Wow, I had no idea this place existed until a friend mentioned it. Madison is such a great place for a rooftop experience given that our buildings are generally lower than the Capitol and it is a lovely focal point. Alas, we have so few, and I'm so excited this concept opened! I came on a fall/winter evening, but definitely would love to come back in sunny outdoor weather. On the top floor of the Moxy hotel, Atico serves up a really lovely array of Mexican and Mexican-themed foods. They've got some really elevated entree options, but also have a host of street tacos. While their menu is a bit pricey (some were actually outrageous), the happy hour specials they had listed on the table were a great deal -- definitely would love to come back here for happy hour. I ordered 2 al pastor street tacos and a carne asada street taco. They're nicely sized and are decently full with meat. Onion and cilantro tops them off just like a street taco should be. I thought they were pretty tasty. I didn't love that the pineapple in the al pastor was chopped on top and was served cold (the pineapple, not the meat), but I still ate every ounce of both my tacos, so take my complaint with a grain of salt. My margarita was also good, I appreciated that they were willing to make it "up" instead of "on the rocks." Our server was very accommodating and able to answer questions. Overall, I don't know that the food is worth the price, but it would definitely be worth it on a rare occasion to enjoy the rooftop ambiance. The happy hour also solves for this conundrum. So, I'd certainly like to be back to Atico. read more

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I stopped here for a cocktail with a few friends right when it opened and I had a great experience! The service was friendly and they were accommodating and knowledgeable. I haven't had any of their food but the drinks are always great here. They have an extensive menu. The space inside is beautiful and I love the bright fun colors! I would love to try their food before a show at the Sylvee or Breese Stevens as it's located in a prime spot on east wash. read more

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I had a lovely time at Atico Lounge and would give it another try for happy hour. The drinks were delicious and the service was great. Only feedback is finding the sweet spot for prices with food. It's a hard sell for enchiladas to be so expensive without understanding why. The free basket of chips and salsa is a nice touch though! And of course you are paying for the beautiful view and ambiance of the space--which is unmatched. read more

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Ático Lounge is a new rooftop bar above the moxie hotel and it is such a vibe. It's absolutely gorgeous and so so cool inside! They have indoor and outdoor seating as well as a great menu with tons of vegetarian options. I really enjoyed the guacamole and the arepas! The service was excellent and I'm sure this place will be a huge hit now that the weather is getting warm. read more

Atico Lounge - Chips and salsa ft guacamole - Latin American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I came in craving something good, and this place did NOT disappoint. I started with the juicy steak skewers (because duh) and leveled up with the steak tacos and mushroom skewers -- everything was flavorful, tender, and cooked to perfection. For my drink, I tried the Media Noche Margarita made with Rooster Rojo Blanco tequila, orange liqueur, fresh lime, and a hint of charred hardwood. It was smoky, citrusy, and dangerously smooth -- officially my new favorite margarita. On top of the great food and drinks, the service and the ambiance were absolutely amazing. Friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience feel even better. Highly recommend if you're looking for delicious bites, fantastic cocktails, and a team that truly takes care of you! read more

A rooftop bar/lounge in Madison? Yes please! My review is going to be based on happy hour small bites/drinks. I did not get any of the main entrees-heads up. My friend and I came during the week at happy hour (4 pm-6 pm) on weekdays. This place is a little pricey, so happy hour made it possible to try a few more options. The views of Breese Steven Field are fantastic; if there is a game or concert going on, you will be able to see it all. For my drink, I ordered the Pina Colada, and it came in a coconut glass! I'm a sucker for a good-looking drink, and it tasted as good as it looked. A little sweet but still well balanced. For food, we shared the happy hour Nachos, Coctel De Camarones, and Lobster Arepa. My favorites were the Nachos: very simple but tasty with fresh ingredients, and the Coctel. The Arepa was just alright, but this happens sometimes with Lobster for me. I either love it or do not; someone who is a lobster lover might like it more. Last but not least, the service was great! So friendly and helpful, I will definitely be back for a splurge or a happy hour bite! read more

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Food- 5 stars Ambiance 5 stars Staffing 1 star- 5 pm on a Saturday night is no time to have only one bartender for the whole place. Not her fault, but it did make for a slow bar. The bigger issue was our waiter. He really needs to be trained better. No reason a beer ordered at the same time as an appetizer, shouldn't be delivered with or before the appetizer. In our case the appetizer had been finished by the table and I had to ask about it before he went and got it. read more

I have been here a few times since opening and Atico always hits the mark! The food and drinks have always been great (delicious margaritas). The location, ambiance, and views can't be beat! The rooftop patio during the summer is an excellent experience. read more

Our experience at Atico was wonderful! The service was very speedy. Our food was ordered timely and the food arrived quickly which we really enjoyed. The aesthetic of the place was absolutely stunning. It was such a beautiful place and felt very high class. The staff were very kind and helpful! We enjoyed complimentary chips and salsa and for our entrees we enjoyed three street tacos and Pollo Pibil! I will definitely be eating here again. read more

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my drink was amazing & also beautiful! food was 8/10, only because it didn't seem to be authentic mexican food but quality still good. the service was slow but we had a large party. the rooftop patio was great (weather permitting. ) read more