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    Sultan

    4.0 (50 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Aloo katli
    Olivia B.

    Small plates restaurant with delicious Pakistani flavors. I really enjoyed getting to try so many delicious things at this restaurant. Menu featured vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options. The restaurant is very clean and super cute. There is ample street parking and service was wonderful. They also do not allow tipping which is interesting. I really enjoyed this place and can't wait to come back and try their tasting menu.

    Allison N.

    I really wanted to love this place. Being a huge fan of all food from this region I had high hopes for this restaurant. Either they haven't figured out what works best for them yet or they can't execute on their concept. The pros: food is small plates which I love for sharing and each dish comes out as soon as it is ready so it's pretty quick once your order is in. The ambiance was nice as well and we liked the decor. Many of the dishes are served in a very hip way which makes the dining experience fun (meat on a salt block, cocktail in photos, for example). Room for improvement: there is no host stand so we walked straight into the restaurant into a bunch of tables with people dining, unsure of what to do we saw a bar at the back and just walked over there. After a minute or two the only server working told us we could sit wherever we wanted. There was only one table that wasn't the bar, so we sat there. We were almost immediately greeted with water and a summary of the restaurant's concept after stating it was our first time dining with them. The server mentioned that they were out of one of their drinks (the one that I wanted) as well as four different food dishes (three we had planned to order). We had looked at the menu in advance so we could order right away but since they were out of so many items we asked for a minute to look over the menu again. Unfortunately that one server got busy taking care of other patrons (and working at the bar) and didn't come back for another 15 minutes. I understand the whole paying a fair wage and not needing to tip concept, but not when you only have one server/bartender for an entire restaurant with no empty tables. Now, the food. Our dishes were either too bland or doused with so many spices that we couldn't enjoy them. We were so excited for the garlic naan after reading the reviews but ours was covered in so much salt that it made me cough. Even my partner who LOVES salt said he could barely eat it. We were scraping it off for it to even be edible. For the price, I expected much better quality. At least our rice was cooked perfectly! Hopefully they can get some of these things worked out for future patrons. We will not be back.

    Fantastic food on lab night and cool spins on classic veggies like beets and broccoli! Drinks (mocktails) were also flavorful and unique!

    Murgh karahi - our favorite dish of the night. DO order this!
    Cat P.

    Service: 5/5 - Waiter was attentive! Super nice, easy to talk to. Filled up our waters, communicated the specials well, and led with the whole no-tip process that Sultan works with. I love this mission, and I wish more restaurants would just lead in a similar pay-model. Ambiance: 5/5 - Vibes were great! Walls were dark, but the lighting they chose complemented it well. It would be a lovely choice for a date or a dinner with a few friends to share things together. Food: 3/5 - Lots of room for improvement, but not bad. We ordered a series of things, so let's break it down a little further. Winners (things I would order again): garlic naan (so fluffy! and truly can't go wrong), aloo palak (nothing wrong about crispy potatoes), murgh karahi (am absolute flavor bomb - this was our favorite protein dish by far). Things we would pass on: Salmon was bland comparatively to the other things we ordered, chicken biryani was bland and didn't have much chicken in it, murgh palao was tasty but the rice was undercooked, and the rice in the kheer was also undercooked. Paratha was a little sweet, which I wasn't a huge fan of, and the roti was also just fine. Sultan cheese board was tasty minus the rye crackers, which are super hard to crunch into (almost feels stale). I want to come back again when they're more established, but for now, give them a try and see what you think!

    Corbin B.

    Bottomless mulled wine brunch. Beautiful corner spot on willy. Some great bites. Best naan in MSN. Some great bites. Especially the sweets.

    Bhae Ki Sabzi
    Molly J.

    Oh my oh my is this place delicious! I love the concept and freshness of this new restaurant. They are a no-tip (they pay a living wage) small plate restaurant. They have limited tables but the space is comfy and upscale. My husband and I decided to try this out and we were very happy with our experience. We ordered Roti, Murgh Karahi (chicken in a yogurt & Tomato Sauce), Bhae Ki Sabzi (Lotus Roots), and Maash Ki Daal (Lentils). My favorites was the Daal, I love a good lentil dish and this one had some much flavor while being fresh at the same time. My husband loved the Roti and chicken dish. The chicken had so much flavor and seasoning, I think he was contemplating licking the plate. We are very excited to come back and try some more dishes, definitely will recomend to friends as well!

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    Tenny D.

    The service and ambiance were awesome. It's commendable to see a restaurant pay its staff well that they have a policy of no tipping. In fact- they don't even have a place to tip when they bring out the bill. Parking is hard to find and thats the case for every restaurant on williamson street if they don't have a dedicated parking spot. I have to start with the good first. Service was great. We were seated as soon as we got in. The service was quick and extremely efficient. It's small portions tappas style so they encourage sharing. The garlic naan and the paratha was one of the best i have had in madison. The nihari was extremely flavorful. Just a fair warning- they don't ask for your spice tolerance so, if you are not used to spicy food- ask for recommendation. The murgh karahi was lacking something. I couldn't point to what it was but i felt it needed something. Now- we had an issue with the murgh biryani. The first time- it came out with the rice not completely cooked. We couldn't eat raw rice so we asked our server to check if it could be cooked a little more. When it came back- it was burnt and we could taste the burn. In all fairness- they didn't charge us for the biryani when we didn't even complain about it the second time. I could see that they are making every effort to let you have a good time. If you are looking for good naan and an awesome nihari- i would go try this new place out.

    Katie J.

    We have been to Sultan several times now and it's always delicious from start to finish. Reasonably priced naan as big as your head and the French toast served at brunch are fantastic. They change their menu seasonally, so there's always a reason to go back and try something new!

    Aloo Mattar Methi
    Bobb S.

    Not a fan. Puzzled over the high praise of reviews but upon further review, there are many reviewers with only this restaurant as reviewed (possibly fake/friends of the restaurant?). Starting with the interior, without a vestibule, the winter cold immediately comes through whenever the door is open. The dining room is brightly lit (to a fault) with poor artwork/photos on the wall. Foodwise, with the exception of one dish, the dishes didn't impress and were overpriced. Sure, the no tip policy is baked into the price but $14 for a two egg shakshuka (which tasted excessively of raw spice) is laughable. Our best dish was beef shank. Incredibly tasty but at $26 and without a rice or a starch, it was approaching "not worth it". Thankfully we ordered naan to eat with it. Cocktails around $17 also left me wanting more. Simply not worth it. And while the restaurant was pretty full, I won't be returning.

    Masala omelette (brunch only?) - yummy layered texture, delicious spices and flavors

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    Plenty of food, not really small. Great naan. Tip is included in the price, which is reasonable. We really like it!

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    4.2(372 reviews)
    8.0 mi•Junction Ridge
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    Was taken to Eno Vino as a surprise. It is exactly the kind of establishment I go to when I want to…read moreunwind and enjoy myself. It's luxe and well maintained and it's romantic, family friendly and trendy at the same time. The food was superb, I love the family style that everything's served in. I'm excited to go back and enjoy their extreme wine selection. The dessert was creative, expressive and delicious. It was unique but flavorful and I love how the ingredients represented different aspects of the desert. Service was friendly and helpful. They were patient with our questions and we never felt rushed or like we extended our stay, so much so we ordered a second entree after our first . We will definitely be back! This place is quickly placed in my top 5 for Madison!

    Wonderful atmosphere. Friendly service. The server was on point for refills and pacing the course…read morepresentation. The entrees were excellent. The salmon was flaky and moist. Nice complement of sweetness added by the bourbon, apple & rutabaga hash with coconut parsnip purée. My favorite was the smoked salmon bruschetta. The crème brûlée had a nice crunchy sugar top with the surprise of a brownie base complemented by a topping of raspberry jam. Oh, and did I mention the Truffle Fries? Gotta get the fries! Crunchy and salty outside, soft inside. There is just the right amount of truffle added to bring the fries to another level. Great place to go for a date night.

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    Today we dined for the first time since the Llazar Konda Group reopened the Belfré in its group of…read morerestaurants, which includes KAVOS, The Beach House Bistro and La Tavola, all in the area. We were thrilled with the familiarity but also with the newness of the menu. As it was far too hot to eat al fresco, we were given a table on the first floor near the window. We had 5:00 reservations and were seated immediately. Our server, Mason, was fun and efficient, but he also had to cover the bar so he was running. A few more staff would have been helpful as the tables filled up, and by 6:15, people were waiting outside to get a table. The age group of diners is varied, and everyone seemed to be very satisfied. We ordered the Bruschetta and the Salmon with Lemon Risotto, both of them prepared very well. The food tasted very fresh, and the presentation was lovely. I also ordered the Bolognese because I love a good dish of it. This one did not disappoint. However, the meat pieces were small pea-sized bits of beef, which tasted good, but looked a bit odd. I would like to know why, but I was too busy enjoying the dish. It is my birthday and so I was offered either a free cocktail or a dessert. I love a good treat so the flourless cake was my choice. It was a very nice birthday present. I really look forward to our next visit. The menu has lots of options I want to try.

    I'm so glad I was able to drop by for their last weekend of service…read more Why review then? They're closed! Well, I do think it's worth mentioning they were top notch until the end and I hear there's a new chapter (possibly different, but with some of the same people involved) on the horizon. So, if when the new chapter arrives for the building where Belfre Kitchen thrived for so long, you wonder what came before and do these folks know what they're doing? They do. Belfre served up delicious food in a chic, warm, and welcoming atmosphere by servers who were kind and caring. Until we meet again, Belfre!

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    Reservations are a must. There are not a lot of tables and the place was full when we visited on a…read moreFriday night. The open brick and candle lit tables provided a cozy atmosphere. Our table for 6 was well taken care of. Our server was excellent. She was helpful with suggestions of the menu. She was efficient and welcoming. Loved her. We each chose a different meal - love when that happens because it means the menu has so many great things to choose from, plus we get to share! I chose the walleye and it was the best walleye I've ever had. It almost tasted like a sea bass. Loved the combo with brussel sprouts. Fantastic flavors and textures throughout. We started with the apps of brussel sprouts and goat cheese spread. They were so good! Everyone loved their meal. We had an excellent experience. Hope to come back and try a new dish.

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    64.1 mi
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    When I first went to eat at the Norbert, I thought I was in heaven! Every dish that I had was made…read morewith love and passion for food. It's always such a great experience from the food To the atmosphere and all of the friendly and amazing people that make it happen. I wanna say a special, thank you to Tony the owner and the two waitresses Michelle and Lisa. My husband passed away around 4 years ago And I decided to keep celebrating our wedding anniversary. And the Norbert did nothing but make it so special for me! My family and I come here all the time to celebrate special occasions, and it will continue on! It is my favorite place! Thank you again, Tony, for doing everything that you do! And hats off to your wonderful staff!!! By the way, I even stopped in there.Sometimes just for dessert and a drink....... with love to you, and everyone, Laurie McCardle

    The Norbert is a quaint spot with art deco charm…read more The dishes have that hearty Midwestern comfort we love, elevated with sophisticated flavors and really thoughtful flavor combinations. Everything felt familiar yet refined, with such a beautiful balance of richness, acidity, and texture. And the Manhattan was the perfect complement--beautifully crafted and smooth without overpowering the meal. The steak tartare was a standout as well: rich, savory, and incredibly well balanced. A little hidden gem that manages to feel both rustic and elevated. Definitely a place I'd happily return to. Also, an honorable mention to our server. We really appreciated that our server was not overbearing with information, table touches or upselling, while still offering great service.

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    View from the bar

    The Norbert - Brussels sprouts with mint

    Brussels sprouts with mint

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