Crowded as expected but nice atmosphere, I got sat at the bar pretty quickly. The staff are super kind and good at making conversation and being helpful. I got a cocktail and the 4-course. The cocktail tasted really smoky yet incredibly smooth. The fois gras mousse was kinda ok but also 4 small bites maximum. The salad proved that even basic vegetables can be perfected. The casonelli was one of my favorites dishes for sure. Extremely satisfying texture and flavor combinations. The pork collar was also pretty pretty solid with flavor combinations, and texture was a little chewy depending on how you cut it (in a good way). The dessert was not bad, to me it kinda reminded me of really fancy whipped cream on top of vanilla pudding. Would come back here again (if they weren't closing!) read more

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Wandered into this restaurant with a group and enjoyed a lovely dinner! We tried a few different cocktails, all of which were nice. We tried a range of dishes and some of the favorites included the lamb belly, the beet salad, and the duck breast. Many items were beautifully cooked, such as that duck and the octopus on top of the risotto. However, overall we felt that there were some missed opportunities for stronger flavors. There were many bites where I felt that everything was tasty but just missing the full flavor potential of such lovely ingredients. Service was perfectly fine and friendly and everything came fast once we ordered! I would certainly return for another visit and hope that this restaurant, which is clearly a community staple, takes some bolder flavor risks in the future! read more

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I made a reservation on Resy for one person. They do charge if you cancel but when I arrived, it was not busy. After I was seated, the service was just....slow. The servers tend to hide at the kitchen and not check on the guests. I finally placed my order for the duck and focaccia bread. They both came out at the same time. Duck was cooked perfectly but it was kinda missing more sauce and a bit of salt/seasoning. The focaccia was so crispy and buttery and delicious. I had to wave my server down again to box up the bread and get my check when I was done. The server was friendly, just not attentive and a bit slow. read more

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TLDR: A MAGICAL place that brings my inner fat kid so much joy. We came here for their New Years Eve prefix dinner. I had been here several years ago when I worked a gig in Madison, and thought it was truly amazing without any of the pretension that comes with restaurants of this caliber. I forget birthdays and anniversaries but I'll #NeverForget their yolk filled raviolo. We had zero expectations bc we've literally never had an amazing prefix meal before--until NYE!! Even their salad was so fucking tasty! The Scallop Souffle was the fluffiest damn souffle I've ever had. The rich umami was so perfect with the koji brown butter... their Potato Filled Casoncelli was *chef's kiss*. The black truffle was just so incredibly tasty. It took everything in my bf to not lick the plate clean. He would've if the restaurant wasn't so packed! The Bison Wellington had the best demiglace sauce ever. Would've bathed in it if I could... We were SO FULL but SO SAD when the meal ended!!! I would happily give up my first born child for another meal there. read more

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Giving this "really liked" status, maybe not quite to "love". Reserving that for the few faves I will go back to regularly. Don't get me wrong - you will have a great creative meal here. It's fun to sit outside on Willy St and watch people pass by. The menu is eclectic. Our server was really sweet and attentive. Totally worth a try and this might be your "love". read more

Pig in a Fur Coat - Beets - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I stopped by on a Saturday evening for dinner. I reserved ahead of time, otherwise I may not have recieved a seat. I decided to go for the 4 course chef's tasting. It was $75. Essentially chef randomly picks 4 items from each course for you. So 2 different people picking it is probably going to get 2 sets of dishes. Dinner started with a complimentary duck liver mousse. This dish was very small, but had flavors. Then cam the first item, bison tartare with crostini. It had a raw feeling to it, as with all tartare. That was my least favorite item. Cavatelli was the next item. It was a very flavorful pasta with snails. Lamb belly was the entree item. It was a very fatty cut of lamb. The dish was very flavorful as well. Dessert course of the dinner was cheesecake, which was good as well. Overall I think the dining experience was worth it. read more

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expensive spot with a cute interior and outdoor seating - definitely draws an older crowd, most people were at least in their 30s. service was pretty impressive, although our server's spiel felt very well rehearsed. food was delicious, the focaccia goes CRazyyyyy. roasted garlic was infused into its layers, and the olive oil to dip in was perf. oreganata was not what i expected, since it was all mixed together and like placed on a shell? it was a little salty for my liking imo the raviolo was unlike anything i'd ever tasted and was just a gooey mess. the yolk breaking was so satisfying. the lamb belly was bigger than i thought but was super fatty. it was also on the expensive end ($45) so can't say i was a massive fan of this one tbh read more

Pig in a Fur Coat - egg yolk ravioli - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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I went for Valentine's Day - they offered a prefix menu. It was just okay. I wish I could leave my review at that, but yelp is making me write a third sentence...... sorry yelp but some things are best said with fewer words. read more

Review of Pig in a Fur Coat It pains me to write this review about such a well-respected restaurant, but my partner and I do not dine at this price level often, and I expected more based on its reputation. Drinks & Service The cocktails were fantastic--easily the highlight of the night. I would happily return just for the drinks. The service was kind and casual, though our server spoke a bit too softly and quickly, which made it hard to follow the dish explanations. I found myself relying on the menu to understand what was being served. Food Experience We ordered the chef's 4-course menu, which included 2 appetizers, 2 pastas, 2 mains, and 2 desserts. Appetizers: The foie gras mousse was unfortunately overpowered by the sweetness and acidity of the balsamic and fig. The steak tartare, on the other hand, was excellent. Pastas: The ravioli was good, and the pasta was cooked perfectly; however, the smokiness of the bacon dominated the dish. The Parisian gnocchi was truly outstanding--my partner's favorite of the evening. Mains: The duck was fantastic, rich and flavorful. The black cod, however, was a disappointment. While cooked well, it was far too salty, lacked a "wow" factor, and still contained bones, making it difficult to eat. A nearby table even sent theirs back, and I understood why. Desserts: Both fell short. The pavlova was traditional but uninspired, with the strawberry sorbet as its only bright spot. The Budino di Caramello was pleasant but unremarkable. Overall While the cocktails and a few standout dishes shone, the experience as a whole did not live up to the restaurant's reputation or price point. The highs were high, but the lows left me frustrated, and unfortunately, I would not return. read more

We came in on a Saturday night without reservations and were pleasantly greeted and told we could find seats at the bar. The bar was a little closed off and intimate; which was kind of nice. It felt like we were having a private meal. The bartenders were young and slightly pretentious in the best of hipster ways. They guided us through the menu and provided wonderful recommendations. We tried the foie gras mousse which was absolutely dreamy, albeit three bites. We then did the gnocchi. It was pillowy and rich. Delicious! Our least favorite was the beef tartare. It wasn't bad. Just nothing exceptional. They had a great list of interesting NA beverages at the bar. And a full bar and cocktail program that matched the complexity of their menu. It was a great experience although portions were on the smaller side. We opted to continue our evening elsewhere and find some additional food to fill us up after relishing in the flavors of the bites we tried here. read more

This place was a random find when my parents were visiting Madison. We went here for a birthday dinner and the service was lax but efficient. Food was absolutely delicious and for fine dining, the prices made sense/were reasonable. Great location for if you're looking for something more lowkey. read more

From the beets to the raviolo to the duck - everything was great! Much smaller portions but the plating and detail on the dishes is worth the hype. read more

Was great we ordered Pork Collar, worth the money, is a bigger size what most pictures look like, Lamb belly was rich and tender and Casoncelli was a perfect balance of flavor!! Service was great we seated outside, busy night and our waitress was accurate and fast service on or drinks. Place was nice, lovely neighborhood so enjoyed a little walk while waiting for table. (We arrived earlier our table was on time) Definitely come back read more

We had an excellent meal here. First make sure to have a reservation because this place is small. (Warning if you don't cancel by 8am the morning of they say they might charge you $25). Second know that it features "small plates" that are meant to be shared though the prices are not small (but the food is well worth it). The plates come out in a random order. From most delicious to pretty darn hood here is what we ate: 1. Yolk Filled Raviolo with ricotta, bacon, brown butter and Brussel sprouts - wow was that great. This was the biggest surprise of the night! 2. The Short Rib was tender with a sauce that was divine. 3. Foie Gras Mousse was creamy and subtle on a pastry that was airy. 4. The Risotto was good though a bit bland compared to the other dishes - it could have used more bacon! The service was very good - helpful in navigating their process and attentive. We will be back but I will make sure to study the menu ahead of time to make sure there are items of interest since it is small. read more

Pig in a Fur Coat - Delicious short rib - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I am very unsure how to review this place. My friend and I went here for the first time last night and it was kind of a mixed bag. The service and drinks were great and all three of the small plates/appetizers we got were STUNNING. The focaccia, tartare and foie gras were perfect and we were blown away. However, both of us got pasta that was... very mid. The raviolo was a strange preparation, considering it just had a slice of bacon on top and was drowning in parm and browned butter. It tasted just okay, but the preparation was odd and my friend also thought the tortellini was just okay. We also split the cheesecake and it was very very lackluster. So I'd say overall it's worth a stop here for the drinks and small bites alone, but maybe avoid the pasta and cheesecake. read more

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I finally visited after hearing great things for a few years! There were 5 of us, including a vegan, which I noted in the reservation, and they accommodated. One of the members in our group had been many times and made recommendations. The vegan ordered Beets, and the Chef also prepared a Sunchokes dish for her (not pictured). The rest of us shared Octopus, two housemade pasta dishes (Yolk Filled Raviolo & Butternut squash Angnolini), Foie Gras Mousse, Double Pork Chop with sauerkraut and Kabocha squash, and Jerk Rabbit. The octopus was a bit tough and "rubbery," but tasted good. The other dishes were on point! The Jerk Rabbit was our favorite because it was just a flavor explosion, simply amazing! The foie gras was a close second for flavor and texture, and the pork chop was perfectly cooked and succulent! Our server was outstanding! At one point, he noted a subtle use of an ingredient for a dish that would not work for the vegan in our group, which she appreciated. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would certainly go back. read more

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This has become my favorite restaurant in Madison! A gem that only gets better over time. Bartender Bryson is outstanding, and every time I come in I feel comfortable and happy. The warm and tasteful decorations contribute to the positive space. The food is always delicious, and I especially love it when Chef brings it out personally. Their menu is always fresh and creative. I can tell that great care and effort goes into the food and dining experience as a whole. Definitely go check it out!! read more

Pig in a Fur Coat - Raviolo and Carpaccio - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

A really cute restaurant with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Dishes are small but shareable. Drinks are STRONG, be warned (can be good or bad depending on the person)! I have to give it to them, the Salumi e Formaggi charcuterie board is one of the best cheese plates I have ever had. Every ingredient on there, from the salami to the crostini, to the cornichons (tiny pickles), to the mustard, and even the pate (!!) complimented each other perfectly. After having it here, I actually went home and bought each ingredient just to try to recreate the board we had here. Cannot recommend this dish more. We also got a couple of the pasta dishes. Everything is flavorful, but portions are too small. We had to order one more thing off the menu after our main meal because we were still hungry! Will be back again, my mouth is watering just thinking about that charcuterie board. read more

Pig in a Fur Coat - Charcuterie and Cheese Platter - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Went here for my birthday dinner as a special treat after hearing from so many friends that the food is great. They definitely lived up to expectations! We got a reservation right as they opened and had the option to eat either outside or inside, so of course we chose outside. Our waitress was quick to come over and fully explain the menu since it was our first time there. She also made some recommendations based off of the chef's preferences. We ended up getting a fancy mocktail, letting the bartender have some fun, and a cocktail that was scotch based. Both were quite tasty. As for the food, we got an appetizer of the Fischer Farm Tortellini en Brodo, the Jerk Rabbit, and the Porchetta. All were fantastic! I don't think I've ever had a better tasting broth with the appetizer and the presentation of it was very fun as it was in a clear tea/coffee cup. The Jerk Rabbit was super flavorful and had hints of the spice that you expected which was tamed by the greek yogurt sauce. The carrots were cooked to the best texture by having a little crunch and the sweetness of them played great with the salty of the rabbit. The Porchetta was a generous portion that felt like just the right amount. It melted in the mouth and the additional flavors including the 'nduja really benefited the dish. The almond also added a nice crunch. Overall, it was fantastic, and I'm kind of disappointed that we didn't end up getting dessert. Our mistake! We will have to come back to try out some more of the food. read more

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This is a must stop for a nicer dinner in Madison. One of the best dinners. They have a tight menu featuring a handful of starters, 4 pastas and 4 entrees. Every dish hit the mark and more, but the gnocchi (featuring huitlacoche!) and bison short rib shouldn't be missed. We started with some focaccia, beets and foie gras mousse. I hadn't eaten much foie gras before and this is a super interesting appetizer to try. Sweet and savory. Beets and focaccia both incredible, and I also really enjoyed my cocktail. Then we shared the chitarra pasta and the gnocchi. Both great - with the chitarra being on the lighter side, and the gnocchi being highly flavorful and savory and delicious. The gnocchi looked slightly pan fried too so there is some crispiness to them. Perfect in every way. The entrees we ordered were the fish and the bison. The fish is lighter in flavor. I enjoyed the roe that came on top of it. The bison short rib was really one of a kind. So well prepared and the meat tasted so tender, despite being a leaner protein. This was a crowd favorite. Service was really attentive throughout the night and it was super relaxing sitting out on the patio with our dog! I'd definitely return here -- check out their sandwich shop next door as well. read more

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Great spot with creative dishes. Dining at Pig in a Fur Coat is always an experience. The beet salad had beets three ways. Definitely the best beets I've ever had. The dish was beautiful, creative, and refreshing. The octopus dish was so incredible that we ended up ordering two portions. I didn't love the bison tartare. The meat was too tough and stringy for a tartare and I would have preferred a classic beef. The egg yolk ravioli was delicious. A little heavy on the lemon. It's topped with a great piece of bacon, but the bacon being in a strip makes it hard to get all of the elements in one bite. The cavatelli was good, but probably my least favorite item of what we ordered. I ordered the Aww Nuts! cocktail, and it is the best cocktail I've had in ages! It seems tart at first, then the aftertaste is creamy and spiced. Truly a journey! We had the Foie Gras Mousse as our dessert, since it is on the sweeter side. it is buttery and a great last bite. We ended our meal with Irish cream and espresso. The espresso brought me right back to Europe. The Irish cream was great as well; I wish I remembered what brand it was! Can't wait to go back and try more items. I hope they bring back the jerk rabbit! read more

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Outstanding unique and eclectic fare. Tasty and nicely plated. Attentive service. The offerings range from small plates to full Dinner plates. Everything is ideal for sharing. Excellent selection of cocktails, wine and draft beers. read more

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I really love the name for starters. It reminds me of a place back home called the bourgeoisie piglet. It was a coffee shop designed like a cave. Super cool. Obviously this is different but pig in fur coat is epic. But I'll be quick apart from the excellent survive. Friendly smiles and a young lady who went above and beyond to get my order right. It was a parting gift for a friend. The munchies were delicious. Everything I ordered was on point. Very yummy. Can't wait to come by again. read more

First time at A Pig in a Fur Coat a few weeks ago and it did not disappoint. Favorite dish was the Yolk Filled Raviolo. The service was top notch. 1. Focaccia-roasted garlic, rosemary, olive oil, balsamic 2. Beef Tartare-Calabrian chili, onion, yolk, mustard seed, carta do musica 3. Yolk Filled Raviolo-ricotta, bacon, Brussels sprout, brown butter, parmigiano reggiano 4. Bison Short Rib-wild rice, mushrooms, cucumber, horseradish, dill 5-Chiffon Cake-strawberry, ricotta, pistachio read more

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The food is absolutely amazing!!! Definitely recommend! The octopus was prepared perfectly! Service is wonderful.

Visited A Pig in a Fur Coat, in Madison, WI this past weekend. The food was amazing, the service was outstanding and the chef was perfectly attentive. I have a food allergy. When I told our server, the chef came out to discuss it with us and assure me I would be safe with any thing he sends out for us to try. We chose the 4 course dining experience. All courses were spectacular. Including the Foie Gras Mousse. This is such a specialty. Not everyone can pull this off, but Chef Bonanno is fantastic. I could have made a meal out of the beet salad. Definitely going back when visiting Madison from Chicago. May even make a trip specifically to enjoy his culinary art. read more

We had a company dinner at Pig in a Fur Coat and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The raviolo was a favorite though everything was delicious. Smaller space with family style tables. Highly recommended if you crave a culinary experience. Eclectic and carefully chosen wine and beverage list too. The service was very attentive and friendly. read more

Pig in a Fur Coat - Menu for our dinner party - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Amazing food and great service. Small plate model letter so many different dishes ! Great place to explore so many unique tastes !

Yum!! Food is unique and delicious in a very casual setting. My only complaint is the portions are not big enough for the money. We ended up having a snack a little later in the evening. We will definitely try it again!! read more

Pig in a Fur Coat - Foie Gras Mousse - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Overrated and not memorable unfortunately. The food was nearly inedible in an effort to be inventive.

I stopped by Pig in a Fur Coat, an elegant Madison bistro and bar in a quiet neighborhood. The restaurant serves up a wide variety of beers and cocktails along with a rotating food menu. I started with the beef carpaccio, elegant slices of beef with black garlic and arugula. This appetizer was delicious! I continued with the casonelli, a stuffed pasta, similar to ravioli. The stuffed pasta contained rabbit and ricotta. You could tell that the pasta was handmade; the entire dish was brilliantly put together and cooked perfectly. I enjoyed every bite. Service was fast and friendly and I look forward to my next visit. read more

Best meal ever??? Came here for Valentine's dinner with the boyfriend. Was not disappointed! From the tasty, strong cocktails to the phenomenal service to the incredible flavors in the dishes - uff dah. They were especially kind to my clumsy self when I broke a glass at the end of my dinner. My favorite was the raviolo. I could eat 20 of those. I will be back if I can get over my glass-breaking incident embarrassment. read more

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Had an absolutely decadent meal here last night. There menu is a variety of smaller communal plates . Everything we had was so unusual but tasted delicious. My favorite was the ravioli with brown butter Brussel sprouts. We also had bison short ribs, beef tartar with bone marrow. Gnocchi with wild mushrooms & risotto. Service was excellent & good wine listing. It's on the pricier side but very well prepared. read more

Dear everybody who stumbles upon this review, let me tell you something. This was hands down the best restaurant I have ever been to. I'm not some big time foodie who has traveled everywhere and tried everything, just a Midwestern dude who likes good food, good restaurants, and good drinks. Pig in a Fur Coat exceedingly fulfills all of those categories. I grew up semi-local and came to Madison all the time, but hadn't gotten the chance the tour the food and bar scene since I've come of legal drinking age (thanks pandemic). This was a whole other side of the food scene I've never gotten to experience here in WI. Also, the service here is absolutely amazing. The whole waitstaff was very tentative and all had an amazing helpful and inviting vibe all night. To finish out this review, I'd like to show you the message I sent to all of my friends about the food and drinks I had that night while still in absolute food bliss. (Slightly censored for consideration) "Bro, the rabbit THE RABIT WAS INSANE. So perfectly seasoned, amazing texture, the plating GORGEOUS. The foie gras mousse, BUTTERY SMOOTH. Lamb belly was absolutely succulent. The raviolo was so good with a yummy runny egg. And the gnocchi were CLOUDS literally the best thing ever. I need to make garlic scape pesto, that stuff was amazing. Only thing I wasn't the biggest fan of was the beets, don't get me wrong, I like beets and this was good, I just wish the were thinly sliced. Drinks were probably some of the best cocktails I've ever had. And the cake, heavenly, the rhubarb and pistachio combo is so perfect". I guess to summarize, this is a can't miss place here in Madison. If you're coming for a weekend trip and need good place to eat on a Friday night, this is the place to be. (Also for the pictures attached of the menu, everything with a dot is what we had.) read more

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Very fun spot. Came with party of five sampled most menu items. The foie gras was the best I have ever eaten. A hidden gem in Madison!

My first visit here was with a birthday group of 13. Absolutely fantastic food! I loved the seasonal menu, making this place a super fun repeat date night or special event dinner! Even their mocktails were fancy. I especially loved the yolk-stuffed raviolo and blood orange panna cotta most. Our server was super wonderful and the staff overall made the experience fun and easy (not stuffy). Can't wait to be back! read more

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I went here for my birthday with a group of friends. The food was very good. I was expecting the portion sizes to be bigger because they said the plates were shareable but did tell us which ones were smaller and suggested we get doubles. Overall I'd say it was an ok experience. We ordered a lot of food but we're still hungry after. I had much higher hopes because I LOVE Alimentari and this restaurant is owned by the same people. I'd say don't go hungry but the quality of the food was fantastic and the presentation was beautiful. read more

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A low key neighborhood spot with seriously good food that punches way above the weight you'd expect. The bar area is my favorite place to sit when it is available. I've been coming in about once year since they opened and it keeps getting better. read more

Sadly they don't have the pork belly main dish anymore! I was told they rotated it off the menu! 3 months of waiting to eat there (from California), and sadly disappointed :( The meatballs were delicious. A bit disappointed that at 7:30p they had ran out of many items in the menu already. However not much impressed by rest of stuff we had. Since they didn't have duck fat fries anymore, we had to stick with the beef fat fries - you can't go wrong with the fries! read more

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I love Pig in a Fur Coat. It's a small intimate restaurant and the food is incredible. 1. Salumi e Formaggi: This was one of the best charcuterie boards that I have ever had! The cheeses were super unique and the bread had a nice crunch to it. I don't like pate but the house made pâté was flavorful! 2. Beets: I'm a sucker for beets. This dish was different than others that I had before. There were so many different textures going on making it delicious. 3. Risotto: The risotto was my least favorite of the night. It was alright, but it wasn't as flavorful as I was hoping. 4. Yolk Filled Raviolo: This was amazing! I couldn't believe that the yolk was still runny inside! Our server was super helpful in recommending dishes and I didn't feel rushed at all! I was able to enjoy the charcuterie board before the rest of the food came out so the pacing of food was amazing. read more

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