Reviews
Taco of the town
Oscar Villarreal, the chef behind Fuego’s, has opened a fast casual taco spot off the Beltline. The centerpiece of the Migrants experience is the taco menu, with ample options for both meat-eaters and vegetarians. Read more
Mar 19, 2020
Basic instinct
It’s easy to make oneself at home with drinks, appetizers and a sushi bar at Willy Street’s new Tokyo Sushi. Donburi, yaki udon, soba, hibachi and teriyaki dishes round out the menu. Read more
Mar 12, 2020
For noodle lovers
Ru Yi’s specialty, as its name makes clear, is hand-pulled noodles. The Langzhou-style noodles originate in Gansu province in central China, and owners Chaofu Lin and Xia Jia studied the craft for a year there. Read more
Mar 5, 2020
Pho heaven’s sake
Willy Street’s new noodle shop serves a winning version of its signature dish Read more
Feb 27, 2020
In Wisconsin, this is our religion
In Wisconsin, every Friday, we observe the ritual. Blue gill! Whitefish! Haddock! Perch! Try these four under-the-radar gems for Friday fish fry. Read more
Feb 20, 2020
Expect the unexpected
There’s nothing limited about the menu at Greenway Station’s Ancho and Agave. While the base menu is what you might expect from a Mexican restaurant, there are novel approaches to familiar fillings. Read more
Jan 30, 2020
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Sweet space
People seem to really enjoy going to Buck and Honey’s in Monona. The intention, and the appeal, of the restaurant is immediately apparent. Read more
Jan 23, 2020
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A noon nosh for less
Feel better about eating out at lunch by ordering a special. Even downtown restaurants have deals. Read more
Jan 16, 2020
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Naan compliant
Royal Indian takes care with all the dishes on its huge menu. And check out its large selection of the stuffed flatbread naan. Read more
Jan 9, 2020
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Big in Stoughton
Breathe easily, Team Free Chips and Salsa. Stoughton’s La Cantina is on your side. Read more
Jan 2, 2020
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