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    Novanta

    4.6 (391 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Stephen V.

    Stopped in for a quick (90seconds in a 900F stone pizza oven) pizza last night. This place has nearly always been very accurate when the pizza is cooked with perfect leoparding on the crusts perimeter. This visit was a reminder of when they get it right it's incredible. But in truth, the previous two visits, they failed at this, due primarily (how I chose to justify the error) because they were very busy on those two consecutive visits on a Friday night during a dinner rush. That was early last June, which I recall because it happened to have been my sisters birthday. I was let down enough that I didn't want to return for the foreseeable future. In May it happened the first time which I figured as a forgivable mistake. Last night I just wanted pizza and it had to be done in the way that I prefer. Plus I had earlier this week noticed that the University Ave location had closed down, which I learned when I asked, had happened in June as well. But this visit was not to be a sorry decision. Because they were slow, maybe at 40% capacity I was surprised when my pizza came out well before I was expecting it. At first peek, it looked great in the box. 27min later at home it was no longer hot but it smelled amazing. It also looked incredibly well made. Perfectly consistent spotting of the high gluten doughs edging and the texture was precisely what I was hoping for. Pulcinella is the usual pie that I always get, with added roasted garlic. Often I also request prosciutto as well but this time I wanted the pure basic taste I've come to adore.

    Build your own - meat lovers
    Mark R.

    It's a beautiful restaurant and the staff are amazing but the pizza is just OK. I built a meat lovers build your own pizza and it was good. I ordered online and would've liked to put in instructions to cook it well done, but I did not have that opportunity. And that's exactly what it needed - crisp up that crust a bit. Otherwise great concept of pizzas and build your own options. I also had the lemon sorbet, which was good.

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    Sho R.

    Caprese wase my absolute favorite item here. It was mainly fresh Wisconsin Mozerella cheese. I loved it. It comes with olive oil, pesto, baby tomato, toasted bred and arugula. Pesto pizza was my another favorite here. Again the hightlight of that is also fresh Wisconsin Mozzerella, pesto, baby tomato and olive oil. I also went for a canoli for dessert. I had an espresso coffee to finish the meal. Quantity was small, but the coffee was very strong. I dined in for lunch. You go to the cashier, order food, pay for it, take a token number and wait in a table. Food came pretty quickly.

    Interior shot behind the oven. The space was not warm either, meaning the heat stays where it should and goes out like it should.
    Andrew C.

    Went to lunch a bit late, around 1:30pm on a Tuesday. Ordered a naponetana and a cannoli. Pizza size was good, perfect for one person. It arrived rapidly (three orders were ahead of me). The anchovies were not overly salty, the balance in flavor vs sauce and crust was excellent. I of course wanted to two other pizzas, but considering I have a couple of hours drive yet and need to stay awake, I did not get the chance to try them all. The cannoli was delicious. Service was very attentive, polite, and positive. Id come again if in the area.

    Max M.

    Visited Novanta again for a Friday dinner. With summer in full flight, it was great to enjoy their outdoor dining patio. We ended up ordering a pepperoni and sausage pie and they were just as good as I had remembered. The pies were each $13 which I thought was reasonable for a handmade woodfired pie. The crust of the pie had nice chew and flavor from the heat of the oven. The toppings tasted great and overall service was fantastic. Will return!

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    Htx Herbivore H.

    Novanta is one of my favorite spots to grab dinner with friends. They usually close at 9pm but don't close the kitchen exactly at 8pm, which really helps! I've been here twice so far and have no complaints: service was amazing (and quick), food was great, and prices are reasonable (~$13 for a personal pizza). The first time here I got a margherita pizza, which I really enjoyed (even more so than the toscano that I had during my second visit - was a bit underwhelming because it doesn't have sauce). I heard from friends that their caprese is also good. Anyways, I've yet to try their desserts but look forward to eventually doing so!

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    Service is great and the restaurant was clean. The pizza was below average and the dough / crust tasted processed.

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    Consistent and fresh! Great dine in or takeout Options on locations however the team in Middleton is amazing.

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    Great pizza mostly carry out but the location was easy to get to. The value was perfect

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    Great pizza and crust. Don't forget to ask for anchovies. Fast and courteous service.

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    Great pizza! Just like Italy. I like mine extra crispy and it comes out perfect each time. A definite must try.

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    It was really good! The pizza was great! I definitely recommend! There wasn't a ton of seating so it might be a good to go option.

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    Had a late dinner at Cento and it did not disappoint! I ordered the Tuscan kale Cesar salad and the…read morescallops entree. Both were impeccable! My server, Prasad, was really the highlight! He was so sweet and informative. Went through the menu and described everything in such detail. My friend and I were visiting Madison for work and he offered us so many options to fill our free time. He takes so much pride in everything and it shows. The ambiance of the restaurant is a little on the nicer side, but they do allow casual attire. 10/10 recommend and can't wait to come back for the wine flight with the in house Somm.

    First time at Cento for a friend's birthday today and spoiler, will be back! We all went ahead with…read morethe Boozy Brunch for $35 a person, which comes with 2 cocktails, unlimited coffee, a pastry of your choice, and any entree on the menu. Drip coffee was delicious to start. I had the lobster fettuccine and there was PLENTY of lobster in it. Pasta tasted fresh and it hit the spot! Some of our party got the French toast which looked amazing and I'll probably try next time-- peaches and pecans with it! A few of them ordered bacon on the side too and it came with plenty of it, 3-4 long strips. Cannoli was the pastry I chose and it was the perfect sweet treat. Filling had cinnamon and was dipped in pistachios, which I will be back for! Ella was our server-- simply amazing! Super attentive, knows the menu like the back of her hand, and went above and beyond for us many times. Michael was one of the hosts who went out of his way to practically give us a photo shoot to capture my friend's special day. Beautiful restaurant with an elevated feel. Open environment while still making the table feel private. They were piping pastries while we were there which was fun to see. Went on a summer Saturday around 11, and if you're from Madison, you know that means the farmer's market (aka, make a plan A/B/C for parking, plan plenty of time to get there and be patient with the crowd outdoors).

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    Restaurant looking from the kitchen.

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    Bar Corallini

    4.4(265 reviews)
    8.9 miSchenk - Atwood, Williamson - Marquette
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    Solid Italian food in Madison, Wisconsin. I thought the Rigatoni ala Bolognese was the best dish…read moreI've eaten in Wisconsin and if you served me that in the West Village I'd be impressed with it as well. Pasta cooked very nicely and a fantastic flavor profile on the sauce & meat. Pizza is also decent; I'd get it again although I I much prefer the Novanta in the area. I didn't like sauce on the pizza and the cheese & crust were only okay. I'd come back again.

    Excellent food, service and atmosphere. It is a very cozy Italian restaurant setting with an open…read morekitchen concept, where you can also see them cooking the personal pizzas in a brick oven. I also love being in restaurants where they really bring in the traditions of the cuisine. For apps, we shared the eggplant fritters (which were amazing!), burrata and salad. Must get the eggplant fritters, they were little balls of eggplant delight! And I am a huge eggplant parm fan so this was right up my alley. For my main, I opted for the shrimp scampi with homemade pasta! I loved the homemade pasta! However, I felt the sauce was very light. I wish I could've ordered this pasta dish with the san marzano sauce. I think that would've made the flavor pop more for me. And for desserts, they were also incredible. Tiramisu, cannoli and the lemon sorbet! Highly recommend the lemon sorbet, was such a strong lemon flavor. Overall, definitely recommend in the Madison area, one of my favs so far!

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    Fratelli's Trattoria

    4.2(55 reviews)
    10.4 mi

    We popped in for a quick bite and it was fabulous! Some of the best chicken piccata I've had in a…read morelong time! Dessert was insane, definitely recommend the crème brûlée. They have a gluten free pasta option to swap traditional pasta and it was an incredible texture.

    I hadn't realized this place moved into this spot, so we decided to check it out. This place is…read moregreat, and I'll definitely be back. As you enter, there is a decent sized bar off to your right with a few high top tables. To your left is the dining room, which is cozy and intimate. Someone at a table near us was having what looked like a margarita, and that made me want a margarita. So, instead of getting a bottle of wine, we both got a margarita. It was not what the other person was drinking, but oh my was this one of the best margaritas I've had in recent memory! It was SO good. It had a lot of ice in it, so next time I might ask for it straight up just so I can savor it and not let the ice water it down. We also had delicious bread brought to the table with a plate of olive oil and balsamic. The bread was cut into nice little pieces, was warm, and had a delightful texture where the outside was slightly crisped but not enough to impede your bite and the inside was just warm and soft. The have a nice, varied menu and it was hard to decide what to get. I was really craving marinara sauce, so I ended up going with the Cappellaci Di Salsiccia which was a meat and cheese enclosed pasta with marinara. And it was delicious. It also came out very beautifully plated. My dining mate ordered the Penne Pollo e Pesto and loved it. I'm not wild about pesto, but had to sample a bit and the way the pesto clung to the penne was really tasty. They also have a ragu lasagna and chicken piccata on their menu that I can't wait to try. As we were leaving, I saw a sign with two of their featured fall cocktails and both sounded incredible. I will have to be back for all of these things!!

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    Fratelli's Trattoria - Lower level

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    Lombardinos Italian Restaurant and Bar - Pizza

    Lombardinos Italian Restaurant and Bar

    4.0(318 reviews)
    5.1 miRegent
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    If you judge Lombardino's from the outside, you might not expect much. It looks like a place that's…read morebeen around forever, kind of unassuming, maybe even easy to overlook. But once you walk in, it's a completely different story. The service was excellent. Our server was friendly, helpful, and had actually been to Rome, which made the conversation more interesting and added a nice touch of authenticity. And the food? Way beyond what we expected. Everything was well done and felt like a real step up from what the exterior might lead you to believe. You can feel the history in this up close, the statue at the entrance of the Trevi Fountain almost pulls you in before you even realize what you're looking at. The detail is incredible, even with the wear and mineral buildup from years of flowing water, it actually adds to the character. Standing there, tossing a coin over your left shoulder, it's one of those moments that feels a little touristy... until you do it. Then it just feels right. Like you're taking part in something that's been going on for generations. Simple tradition, but a pretty cool one. This place is a bit of a hidden gem. If you haven't been, it's absolutely worth checking out.

    Lombardino's was the fav of my wife and her then-husband 62 years ago. (they are searchable on…read moreAncestry). She and I returned with three others Aug 27 2026. As good as ever. Love the old Italiany ambiance. (not enuf 'Italian' music). Wife and I have been to the land of her mother's birth several times. We cook 'Italian' at home. All five pasta dishes were excellent. Eggplant, Chicken, summer veggie, buccatini, & Bolognese. Tiramisu was good but not great.

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    Lombardinos Italian Restaurant and Bar - Bar area. Note: I edited out anyone who I could see their faces so some areas of the photo look a little strange.

    Bar area. Note: I edited out anyone who I could see their faces so some areas of the photo look a little strange.

    Lombardinos Italian Restaurant and Bar - Eggplant Napoletana

    Eggplant Napoletana

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    Porta Bella

    Porta Bella

    2.8(195 reviews)
    6.8 miCapitol
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    If you are looking for an old world Italian restaurant this is the place for you. I've seen…read morediffering reviews on here and think if you order the right thing you'll enjoy your visit. We visited for a date night and even though it wasn't busy there were a few times I was without water and due to the layout of the restaurant and where we were seated we couldn't flag anyone down. For food, we avoided the pasta due to the reviews and ordered other items instead. The calamari was surprisingly good even though it looks frozen, it was cooked absolutely perfectly which is hard for calamari so I was very impressed. The porto salad was delicious, and reminded me of a supper club salad. The pizza (That's A Spicy) was the best part, as I love a crunchy and thin crust pizza and there were so many toppings. The tiramisu for dessert was also fantastic. Definitely a great date night spot.

    Went here last night. We were visiting from South Carolina and make it a yearly visit to have…read moredinner at Porta Bellas. We are a small picture of white sangria and two cokes. Three of us sorted the small Portabella salad and one of us sorted the Caesar salad. The salads are always great, especially the portobello salad with the buttermilk all dressing. It's a staple! Three of us ordered the Garibaldi sandwich. I ordered mine with jalapeños. We had another order with the hot banana peppers and the third order with no peppers at all. The bread was toasted perfectly along with the sesame seeds on top of the bread. Everyone loved Garibaldi. My granddaughter ordered the manicotti with a Alfredo sauce and a red sauce. The three of us took a bite of it and it was absolutely great. They also serve some nice French bread with butter. The atmosphere here is really nice and quaint. The service was excellent. Have to give it four stars. I look forward to coming back next year. It's too bad. They don't have the white house sandwich like Paissan 's used to have.

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    The Harvey House - Relish tray

    The Harvey House

    4.5(253 reviews)
    6.8 miCapitol

    This is one of the best meals I've head. Harvey ticks the box on every dimension - beautiful…read moresetting, great vibe including the music, fantastic service, great cocktails and of course the innovative, unique, delicious food. Our waiter gave us great tips in navigating the menu and experiencing the variety - and it could not have been a more special experience celebrating my brother's 60th birthday with my 91 years old dad. They have 3 Old Fashion options - we tried 2 and they were both rock solid. The ravioli and trout almandine are savory entrees that didn't disappoint. The baked potato is an innovative cloud pleaser but highly recommend sharing. And don't sleep on the onion soup - I've never experienced anything like it. The smell that emanates when you first pierce the creamy foam layer will make you say 'whoa.' Will definitely return.

    My friend scored a last minute dinner reservation while I was visiting, and I'm glad she did! We…read morecame for dinner with a group of 4 on a Sunday. The restaurant was beautiful and the service was amazing. I appreciated that our waitress was very knowledgeable about the dishes on the menu and what ingredients they contained, which is perfect for anyone with allergies or dietary restrictions (like myself). We were seated near the open kitchen which also added to the dining experience. I tried: - Scallop toast - I really enjoyed this. It was mild, not fishy tasting at all, and the brioche was toasted very well. I'm not a huge seafood person aside from sushi and poke, and had never had scallops before, so I was not expecting to like it as much as I did. - Ricotta Raviolini - I was not a huge fan of this, which was especially disappoint since it was my main entree / the most expensive on this list. It was essentially a folded sheet of pasta with a tiny bit of ricotta, topped with barely cooked asparagus and snap peas. The menu also lists lemon infused olive oil, but I didn't taste that at all. The parts of the raviolini with a good amount of ricotta were delicious, but the dish overall was bland and tasted like raw asparagus and peas. My friends also tried it and none of them liked it either. - Baked Potato with The Works - super simple and perfectly executed. It comes with bacon, which we got on the side since I don't eat red meat. Potato was fluffy and salted perfectly, with a good amount of other toppings. My friends who do eat bacon said it tasted more like ham than bacon, and they actually preferred the potato without it. - Dark Chocolate Bread Pudding - Loved it. I love bread pudding and chocolate pudding, but never thought to combine the two. It was delicious - soft, not super sweet, and great portion size. I would recommend sharing, it's pretty rich which can be overwhelming at a certain point. - Flightless Bird mocktail - this was one of the best mocktails I've tried. It has a black tea base but tasted more like a regular cocktail without the alcohol burn rather than tea. Everyone at the table enjoyed trying it too. Despite the raviolini being a miss, the rest of the food, service, and ambiance made this such a wonderful dining experience that I can't wait to come back and try more.

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    The Harvey House - Kitchen View

    Kitchen View

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    Dirty gin martini

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