we loooove a good tasting menu + wine pairing! delectable offers fine dining on fridays and saturday nights & cooking classes during the week! not quite as intimate of a dining experience as nook but is along the same line. we got a reservation at the bar a week before so doesn't seem overly difficult to obtain. the menu switches up about 4x a year depending on the season. the chef and sommelier here did an excellent job introducing each dish/drink, and the wine pairings were chosen well!!! I love that you can see them prepare each of the dishes on the screens by the kitchen. excellent service as well, staff did a great job at taking away dirty plates/glasses and replacing accordingly. I also thought each round was spaced out well so that I was never waiting for too long or had too little time to eat. There was a blindfold round where we had to rely on just taste & touch to figure out what we were eating which was both silly and fun (we found out what we were eating at the end and got some more as a gift to go). my personal fav of the meal was the sun meadow chilean sea bass!!! the sun meadow oil is a perfect dupe of butter and melted straight into that sea bass, paired with crunchy capers on a bed of creamy whipped goodness. All of the sauces were done extraordinarily well, especially that under the braised leeks!!! the tuna tartare was my bf's fav - crunchy toppings with fresh tuna on avocado in a spicy, asian inspired sauce. we were less impressed by the raviolo and steak entrees but still good (the chili oil on the raviolo kinda threw me off). the intermission was nice as a brief break to shop around and purchase things at a discount. overall, pricy meal but definitely a whole experience (3 hours long that is!). would highly recommend trying this out if you also enjoy fine dining experiences. I personally wanna come back to try their wednesday night burgers soon!! read more

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I visited DelecTable in Madison for a multicourse chef's tasting experience. The restaurant leans heavily into the idea of dining as an experience, leaning into the European way of dining - that is, you have the table for the night." Think dining as the entertainment and the social experience, not shoveling it in and table turnover for tips. With creative presentations, themed courses, and a strong emphasis on sensory elements, the team puts a lot of thought and passion into crafting something unique. The multicourse meal offered a wide range of flavors and techniques--some dishes were genuinely impressive, others more about the concept than the taste. The pacing was smooth, and the staff was warm, knowledgeable, and clearly invested in making the night feel special. It's the kind of place where you sit back and let the experience unfold. That said, for me, it landed in the category of "worth doing once." The evening was fun and distinctive, but more of a special-occasion outing than a spot I'd return to regularly. If you enjoy immersive dining or want something out of the ordinary, it's definitely worth trying at least once. read more

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We tried their Wednesday night smash burger menu. The burgers were delicious and cooked perfectly. The truffle fries were simple and excellent. They had an extensive cocktail menu. Service was good, and the prices were fair. read more

I am such a fan of Delectable. It's seriously such a wonderful experience and treat in Madison. To me it's up there with nook as far was unique, great quality food, dining experiences go. I've been twice, once on a Thursday and another time on a Friday. I mention that difference because the Thursday price is alot cheaper and thus has less courses. If you're interested to try their food, I would recommend doing that as they have alot of the same flow for the meal with both the chef and sommelier speak after every dish and drink pairing. I am a fan that it's behind Vom Faas, I think thats such a unique touch and there is usually an intermission where you can look around the shop and purchase items at a discount. Now, the Friday dinner is incredible, this is where they usually have the super unique touch of adding blindfolds, darkness, or weird ingredients. And since there are more courses, it's a longer affair. The servers accommodate any dietary restrictions and are very attentive. We were stuffed after both meals, and again it's a pricey dinner, but one that you'll enjoy! Come for a celebration or a good time and you won't be disappointed. Happy Eating! read more

I was there for an eight course dinner. It was a fancy dinner. Most of the people were dressed up for the event. I took a bar seat, as that was cheaper and I was alone. I was the only person having dinner in the bar seat. Every course starts with chef explaining the food and the source of its ingredients. They will have a personalized menu with your name printed on it. I didn't go for wine pairing. I think that would have been fun. Dinner started with Canapes, which was 4 miniscule items. If anything it made me hungrier. Tipi farmed compressed cucumber was the next course. It was a veggie course close enough to salad (not salad though). J&S farmed purple and green asparagus was the next course. It was flavorful asparagus with some shell fish. They also gave fancy towel to wipe hands after this dish. There was a blindfold course, which was to taste 4 ingredients blind folded to appreciate its flavor without using visual sense. Right after that, a salad made with that 4 ingredients will be served. Spring green ramp risotto was a heavier course. This also happened to be my least favorite course. Something in the flavor combination was off for me. Before getting into the next course there was a 20 minute break. One can explore their wines, cocktails etc and can buy any. It was the time to stretch legs. Braised generations wagyu chuck eye can be treated as the entree. Though it is small to stand alone as an entree. There was a cheese course that followed with 4 good Wisconins cheeses. Finally there is the dessert course which was ice cream and stuff. The dinner took slightly above 3 hours. Because the 8 courses were spread across 3 hours I felt the food was adequate. Some people were taking boxes though. read more

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Let me start by saying the food was good. That was not the problem. The problem was the pacing. It was so rushed the whole evening felt like they wanted to feed us so they could go home. We came to celebrate our daughter's graduation and spend time with our kids- not be hurried through our meal. Our seating time was 7:30, and we arrived on time. The first course came out around 7:45/7:50 and the last of our 5 courses was set in front of us at 8:37. I know because I checked my phone for the time. 5 courses in 45 minutes is way too fast. That is NOT a fine dining experience. They had also cleared the plates, said their goodbyes and turned down the lights (reinterpret as we would like you to leave now) by 8:45. If you're going to spend that kind of money on a nice dinner, go somewhere else where you can actually enjoy it. I left angry and disappointed. read more

First time eating here and what a great dining experience in Madison! Located in Hilldale area with plenty of free parking. The concept is an open layout kitchen serving 8-10 courses which vary depending on what local ingredients are available that season. They also only do dinner service with the seating beginning at 6:00 PM. Cost breakdown: A $20/person deposit and $8 booking fee is required to make a reservation! $120/person + 20% service charge for bar seating at the table where the chef prepares food. Only advantage is it's easier to chat with the chef during the experience. This price is without wine pairing. $99/person + 20% service charge for general table seating. I sat here and still had a view of the chefs plating food. If I return I would pick this seating again. Food: The food is locally sourced, well presented, and tasted great. I especially enjoyed the blindfold course where you wear a blindfold as the waitstaff bring out the food so you do not know what you are eating. As each course is brought out, chef Ben explains the ingredients of each dish and where they were sourced from. There was an intermission of about 15-20 minutes where you could stretch your legs or enjoy complimentary samples of whiskey, oil, and other condiments. Another Yelp review mentioned the intermission was 45 minutes which concerned us initially, but ours wasn't that long. All of the waitstaff and chefs were super friendly and attentive. My only criticisms are that I was there celebrating a birthday and the birthday cake they provided was very basic, especially for a place charging $100+/person and the experience was 3.5 hours which is quite long for 8 courses! read more

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Celebrated my birthday and it was a chef set menu $100/pp. A $20/pp deposit is required plus $8 transaction fee. Plenty of parking. We arrived at 6 pm and it started around 6:30 pm with 20 other guests. You walked past a shop and the cashier checked us in. The chef explained each dish and the highlight was the blind folded one. We are a huge fan of omakase and did dining in the dark. Google those and if you haven't done any. Perhaps it's a good idea to try this first. Attentive service and 20% mandatory service fee. I'd like to have more seafood given the price point. read more

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Visited DelecTable for the first time, celebrating my birthday and it was truly a treat. Upon entrance, the venue has a bunch of liquors, oils, and various novelty spirits that you're able to purchase. Towards the back, we got seats in front of the chef and were able to watch him masterfully create the beautiful dishes. I was equally impressed with the both quality and taste of the dishes and the story behind each dish (chef would explain where each ingredient came from and always had a thoughtful reason for including). I will say I had not tried over half of the dishes / ingredients before and was so excited for the unique combinations and flavors. Truthfully, I was not a fan of a couple of the dishes but everyone has different flavor profiles / types of food they like (not a negative on the chef or the cooking whatsoever) it's me lol. The experience was incredible - there's a seasonal and ever changing tasting menu and chef even had a blind course (which was equally exciting and terrifying). We were given a blindfold and had the ingredients of a dish to truly isolate on the taste. Overall, so cool to have a unique restaurant like this in Madison and would definitely recommend! read more

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If you're new to fine dining and coursed menus then this will be a fun experience. It's a very casual environment and the wait staff are very nice and professional. Here's the bad: there was a 45-minute "intermission" in the middle of dinner. It was abrupt and confusing. Other than Thanksgiving, who would ever need an intermission during a meal? It was presented as a generous gesture for patrons to stretch their legs, but in truth it's an invitation to direct those poor, cramped legs into the Vom Foss store right outside the dining room where you get 10% off--tonight only!! Here's the sad: don't expect anything special or thoughtful if you're celebrating a birthday. The birthday person at my table and at the table next to ours got the same deconstructed dessert as everyone else. Except the chef glued a generic birthday candle onto their plates with frosting. You get more effort at Olive Garden. I doubt the intermission will ever go away, but I genuinely hope that management considers that when a 3-hour dinner costs over $150 per person, it would be a prudent practice to make guests' celebrations feel celebratory... and not perfunctory. read more

DelecTable - Happy birthday...? - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

We visited twice. The first time was the cooking class. We learned how to make Indian food. It was fun. You were not always eating the foods you prepared which sometimes could be a disappointment because you wanted to know how well you did. The second time, we did a chef's tasting class. It was a fun experience because we got to try different things. They were very accommodating with my boyfriend's weird citrus and shellfish allergies. Most of the dishes were very creative and delicious. There was one dish that we didn't like as much. That was the risotto with ramp kimchi. I think the ramp kimchi and the greens made the risotto too bitter. It was very creative but not my cup of tea. They also introduced me to a Wisconsin cheese that I became obsessed with, the Carr Valley Airco. Also, their dessert was so delicious. It was a chocolate mousse with strawberry ice cream on top. Overall, fun place. read more

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This is one of the most underrated yet incredible dining experiences in all of Wisconsin. From the creative and largely locally-sourced menu to the impeccable service and wonderful bar, this restaurant checks all my five-star boxes. Haven't heard of this place? That's just it--this is the hidden gem that delivers an outstanding dinner each night. Located at the back of the Vom Fass retail store, this 32-seat prix fixe dining experience offers one seating each night with a set 5 or 6-course meal. This space is neatly nestled in the Shorewood Hills retail center, flanked by Penzy's Spices and Conscious Carnivore--two fantastic culinary shopping destinations in their own right. Dinner seating is at 6 pm, and that's when the magic happens. Chef Benjamin and his talented team begin preparing the first course right in the dining room. Chef Benjamin explains each dish as it's being plated, including the source of the ingredients. He and his staff work tirelessly to locally source much of the produce within a 50-mile radius of Madison. This is no small feat, especially during the winter months, yet they consistently pull it off. Each subsequent course is handled in the same manner: final preparation, plating, a brief description by the Chef, and then serving--all done in the presence of the diners. I highly recommend splurging a little to take advantage of the wine or bourbon pairing offered with the meal. These pairings transform a great dining experience into an unforgettable favorite of the year. That was certainly the case for the five of us who dined there on a Thursday night in November. With a mix of wine and bourbon enthusiasts in our group, everyone commented on how the pairings elevated the overall meal. The menu changes not only seasonally but often weekly. However, there always seems to be locally sourced wagyu beef, fresh greens or root vegetables, honey, and some amazing dressings and sauces using the diverse vinegars available in the Vom Fass retail space. We were lucky to catch a spotlight dinner/chef's tasting menu night, highlighting a farm located 25 miles southwest of the restaurant that naturally raises wagyu beef. Our six-course meal started with beef liver pâté, moved on to roasted bone marrow with beef tartare, braised beef tongue, short ribs with potatoes, and finished with a hay-smoked ice cream that was astounding. This is just a glimpse of the creativity of the Chef at Delectable. You owe it to yourself to check it out and see if it isn't an incredible dining experience. read more

Soooo we went for a murder mystery evening! Justin, the host and owner, did an amazing job keeping it all moving. The food was delicious, drinks were flavorful and seasonal. Unique flavors. Prime ingredients. We laughed and giggled... don't we all need more fun in our lives? Our co-diners were great fun too. We all left totally full! read more

DelecTable - After the "murder"... with the victim - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Creative menu, great execution and a simply fantastic staff that is super committed to ensuring you have a fabulous evening. Highly recommend this place, they also have a very nice wine and whiskey collection. read more

Fun & delicious dining experience for the chef's tasting menu. Thank you to the owner, chef & staff.

WOW! This meal was incredible. We went for the Epicurean tasting menu with paired drinks. Disclaimer, it was expensive. But it was so good and worth every penny. (Sign up for the club for free and get some money back in rewards to buy things in the store!) Every dish was made at the head table where we could watch on screens, then described in detail and served. The drinks were wonderful! This was definitely a meal to remember. We loved the steak and asparagus dishes, but honestly it was all amazing! read more

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Really great food and excellent value for everything you get. The wine pairings were great and appreciated hearing why they were paired with the dish. They also had a nice touch for the birthdays in the room with a surprise gift! The staff were pleasant and knowledgeable about what was being served. Area for improvement - the pacing is slow. For a 6pm dinner we didn't leave until 9:45pm. Almost 4 hours for dinner is too long. read more

We had so much fun at DelecTable! The dining room was full but was not crowded or too loud. The staff were delightful and attentive. The owner, Justin, and the head chef, Ben, give their notes of the course before you begin. It was so fun to hear them talk about the food and wine, you can tell they are passionate about what they do! Okay, now for the reason we're all truly here. The food and drinks. My husband and I have been learning more about wines lately and had great fun trying out the pairings on the menu. We each had a full tasting pour and a cocktail before the meal. Each course was remarkable. Chef shared with us that the first half of the menu was his favorite and I could see why. I couldn't think of a single critique if I tried. The blindfold course was a truly unique experience. You put on your blindfold and a member of the staff brings you a plate with a small bite of each part of the full course, which you are served in full with a wine pairing, after you sample each bite blindfolded. The only complaint I had about the whole meal, and let me tell you, it is small. Is that we thought the Magic Molly Pomme Anna could have used a bit of salt. This however, did not keep me from clearing my plate. The strawberry ice cream made with liquid nitrogen was interesting to watch and delicious! All of this and there was an intermission where we had a break to walk around the vom fass storefront, sampling their selection of balsamic vinegars, liqueurs, and spirits. We had the best time and will absolutely be back, huge thanks to the entire DelecTable team for an exceptional evening. read more

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This is a review for their Saturday night prime rib takeout dinner which I would highly recommend! For about $50, the portion sizes of each of the courses was what I expected and very filling. The prime rib came with roasted vegetables and smashed red potatoes. There was enough food to fill each person's plate and then some, which was great because I was really craving a home-cooked comfort meal. The other two courses were a Caesar salad (which was pretty standard) and raspberry cheesecake (more of a deconstructed kind of dessert than a traditional cheesecake). Overall, I thought that everything was delicious, packaged well to retain the quality of the food, and very reasonably priced. Their paired wine was about $12 and went well with the prime rib. It all made for a really great evening at home and I will definitely be getting more of their take-out dinners in the future. read more

DelecTable - Prime rib dinner - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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The food was exquisite and the ambiance was romantic. I loved every plate and it was perfectly paired with wines from around the world. The quality of food and service was exceptional! The balance between watching the show and enjoying dinner conversations was perfect. Highly recommend getting this on your calendar soon! read more

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All I can say is wow!!! We went for our anniversary and it was definitely the most memorable one yet! The whole production was amazing and the food was delicious. Highly recommend, it's 100% worth every penny! read more

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What a treat!! The European Excursion Culinary Dinner Theater was everything that it should be. Great food that was cooked by Chef Joel and his staff, presented by an exceptional server and delightful wines. Gabe was our host for the night. His knowledge and delightful banter set the tone for the evening. Gabe presented information about each wine that demonstrated that he knew his stuff. Betty was our server and she was hysterical. Great skills and commentary. During the intermission she kept serving us tastes of spirits. I left with an appreciation of gin. It doesn't always taste like pine needles. Our food portions were small and at first I thought that we would leave hungry. In true European style, if you take 3 hours to eat and you have 7 courses, you are full by evening's end. Chef Joel described each course in detail which made each course an experience, not just food. As you can tell, I was pleased with our evening and I highly recommend that you try it yourself. read more

Had a delicious meal and entertaining evening at the recent dinner show, The Shrimp and the Hare! Loved the knowledge and expertise of Chef Jake and the humor of mixologist Phil. We'll definitely return for more shows! read more

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We had zero expectations and have lived in some areas with incredible food scenes. We absolutely adored our dinner experience Friday night. Not only was it delicious AND delectable, but incredibly fun. The team truly wants you to have a great time....and we did. Favorite course....foie vs pork belly and anything with sunchokes, and the cheeses. Wow! read more

Great dinner theater and was able to try and buy excellent wines. The chef made beautiful courses that were artwork. The textured and deep flavor are unforgettable, a delicious dinner. read more

What an amazing experience this was. I took my wife for her birthday and it was worth every penny. The food was incredible and the stories behind the dishes were engaging. The mixologist was funny and his stories about the drinks were fun. If you're looking for a special night out, I highly recommend going here. read more

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What a wonderful experience!! Did the culinary dinner theater and went alone. I was seated with a kind, engaging, interesting, welcoming younger couple - great way to make a couple new friends. The venue runs the dinners on the premise of savoring and enjoying meals to make an event of it. 8 courses, wine pairing, and 3 hours of learning, tasting, and pleasant company. Worth every penny of a truly marvelous experience for such an affordable price! I will definitely go back. read more

Unfortunately the "cooking classes" are not worth the money. They are run more like an underfunded home ec class than an $80 cooking class. I signed up for a macaroon class expecting to get a lot of hands-on cooking/baking opportunities. Instead, I had to share materials and ingredients with two strangers and the instructor did most of the cooking. She did all the work involving the stand mixer and burner. Ultimately, all I got to do was pass the mixing bowl around my table to stir things a few times, pipe the batter (to make only 4 macaroons myself), and add the frosting and ganache. Additionally, the macaroons I took home were not really made by me. After each group's batch came out of the oven, the macaroons were all divided up between the 14 of us. So I was working with the food that others had started. In the end, it was $80 for 8 macaroons and watching someone else cook, which I can do on YouTube for free. I will be looking for other places in Madison where I can actually get some hands-on practice to prepare and eat my own food. read more

All I can say is wow! Similar to other reviews I should mention that it's not cheap but our group of 6 couldn't stop talking about how it was worth every penny on the way home. We did the Chef's Tasting Experience on a Friday evening which included 8 courses and drink pairings (we did the half pour option which was perfect for us). Having a group of 6 we let them know that we had some allergy restrictions beforehand. This was not an issue at all as they either didn't serve those items at all or those with restrictions were given a different menu which was amazing. Very accommodating! Everything about our dinner experience was top notch. Starting with the initial check in, continuing with the in house music, all the way to the special show at the end, we couldn't stop raving about the experience. They describe the wine that goes with each course in great detail and then pass the mic to the chef who explains what we're about to eat. They keep things local as much as possible but also splurge for certain things when needed (shashimi). There are interactive courses that involve dry ice, blindfolds, and more! Honestly I can't say enough and will definitely be recommending this to others we know. Thanks for a great night! read more

This was our first time trying a dining experience of this style and we will definitely be back! Everything about this place is amazing from the service, atmosphere and definitely dishes. For never having tried something quite like this we felt incredibly comfortable and welcomed. They truly have a passion for what they do here and can't wait to recommend to everyone I know! read more

DelecTable ON THE PATIO! Seriously good eats safely prepared and served! A huge bright spot on the dining scene in this Covid time. Definitely worth venturing out for our 37th (?!?!) anniversary, but we'll be back next week! Every dish was unique and delicious. Real food excellently prepared by Chefs Nick Johnson and Scotty Wagner and enhanced with vomFASS oils and vinegars. Ooh, and don't forget the kickin' cocktail menu. read more

DelecTable - DelecTable chefs and staff care! - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Enjoyed DelecTable's Mid-Summer Tasting Dinner last evening. Fabulous food and drink pairings, great vibe with guitar and vocals by resident manager and musician Gabe, "host with the most" and owner Justin Gibson, executive Chef Ben, new sous chef Kate, and mixologist Tony all made this another memorable fine dining experience at VomFass' DelecTable. I highly recommend DelecTable for a special date night, a evening with friends, or just a change of pace dinner in the European manner of dining - taking time to enjoy each course and conversation with friends, both old and new. read more

Atmosphere, service and cuisine were top notch. We were seated at the chef's table and it was well worth the nominal additional fee. I highly recommend Delectable and I'll definitely be going back! read more

Fabulous is the first word that come to mind when describing our experience at Delectable. A one-of-a-kind celebration of my son's college graduation that we won't soon forget. Great food, wine and the staff was incredible. Can't say enough good things about our time there. Enjoy!!! read more

I have recently ordered two "specialty" dinners from DelecTable, associated with Vom Fass on University Avenue. I had heard about them awhile ago but forgot because they seem to fly under the radar. Too bad that because they are great! I first ordered the BBQ baby back ribs dinner a few weeks ago with all the trimmings. It was very tasty and extremely generous for the price ($40 for two persons). I shared it with a friend who is a big eater and I still had another modest-sized meal for myself on another day. Then, yesterday, I picked up (pre-ordered the day before) the Wednesday night wine dinner for two. $45 for a big dinner and a bottle of wine was really a great deal. The first course was a large and varied "autumn" salad with a whipped balsamic dressing. There was a container of steamed red potato chunks and another container with a large portion of Beef Bourguignon. I made this dish myself in the 60s and 70s, and I know what it should taste like. This was an excellent rendition with a very tasty wine sauce containing lots of beef and very nice mushrooms. The occasional carrot is not traditional I think but I like carrots and appreciated the addition. Dessert was a generous portion of homemade apple strudel. There was a little container of creme fraiche to put on the strudel. I will certainly order again! DelecTable is providing a very nice "fine dining" service for those of us who do NOT go into restaurants these days. Justin, the owner,couldn't be nicer or more accommodating. Just tell him what you want, and I'm sure he will do his best to please. Their website lists (and pictures) all the mouthwatering choices available each week. Some of them change weekly. Check it out! I forgot to mention in detail, when I posted this, the wine that came with the dinner. I had expected it to be a very inexpensive bottle of wine. But it was indeed an excellent wine, a rich and full-bodied 2017 cabernet sauvignon. The "house" was Scotto, a winemaker based in Lodi, CA. The Scotto family goes way back, with the first one arriving here in Brooklyn in 1903 from the island if Ischia, Italy. It's a great story you can read on their website at https://www.scottocellars.com/the-story/looking-back I really liked the wine a lot! read more

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A tipping point for the Madison restaurant scene. Last night I went to DelecTable with a group of 10 women and had one of the most memorable meals in my 2 decades living in town. Clear your evening and tuck in for this generous foodie experience. Their Michelin-trained chef offered one surprise after another over about 10 courses. The play of color, texture, flavor along with the wine pairings were exceptional. The thought that goes into every single course was evident. Justin Gibson, the creator behind DelecTable, offers something totally new to the community and I can't wait to go back and see how these next few years evolve. read more

Almost perfect! We did the Culinary Dinner Theater (8 courses). This is the first tasting menu I've ever had, and it was really fun. The atmosphere was quite relaxed. Each course comes with a drink pairing -- mostly wines, and a couple of cocktails, which were excellent. You get to watch the chefs cook and plate each dish. I'd say that about half the dishes were really really good... The rest were alright or had issues in my opinion. The steak, asparagus, and tomato dishes, and the rhubarb dessert were excellent. I found the chicken dish to be quite dry, and there was a leafy dish which was kind of... boring. There was also a Wisconsin cheese sampling course, which was small and just okay. A couple of dishes had roe, and I found many of the pearls impossible to pop (no clue if that's normal). Overall, a really fun experience, though I'd expected the quality of the preparation to be a bit better for some dishes. read more