Avenue Bar
1128 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI, 53703
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Address :
1128 E Washington Ave
Madison, WI, 53703 - Phone (608) 257-6877
- Website https://avenuebarmadison.com/
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Accepts Bitcoin : No
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Dogs Allowed : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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Shruti W.
I was skeptical when I learned that the Avenue Bar was getting a update, but after visiting last week I was very impressed! Food Fight has done an amazing job turning the old Avenue Bar into the Avenue Club and Bubble Up Bar. Both the dining area and bar area have been updated, with a much more open seating area that makes the whole space look completely different. The space looks much more modern, but it has a touch of retro style reminiscent of its history. The menu has changed substantially. Old favorites such as the fish fry and the old fashioned are still on the menu, but many of the items are more modern takes on traditional fare. I was surprised to see dishes such as salmon and duck breast on the menu. I ordered the duck breast (served with butternut squash and farro and a raspberry balsamic reduction) and was pleasantly surprised with how delicious it was. The portion was also pretty generous and the food was reasonably priced. My friends had the walleye and the salmon, and both seemed happy with their meals. We split the chicken wings for an appetizer, which were easily split between 3 people and pretty tasty. The creme brulee we had for dessert was okay. It was a bit heavier than I would have liked, and the brulee wasn't as dark and crunchy as it should have been. Our drinks were also excellent. I particularly liked the Ave Club Shrub. I also tried the Cava Colada, which was beautiful and tasty but a bit too sweet for my liking. The drink menu had a long and varied list of cocktails as well as a decent wine and beer list. I'll gladly come back for another meal at the Avenue Club and Bubble Up Bar. I recommend checking it out at least for drinks and appetizers. It's the perfect spot for a night out with friends or a nice dinner date! And they take reservations too!
(5)Andrew J.
Got take-out, Short-rib stroganoff and Banh-mi. The new decor is an improvement in the restaurant area which was pretty gross, or at least old-school wisconsin, before. The bar seems a bit more roomy but was not more enjoyable, seems kinda dark. The food was very Food Fight: bland and inoffensive pile of stuff that did not taste very fresh. I can't say it was bad, but it was not up to the quality of many of the restaurants on the east side and did not justify the price. Wife says: the bread for the banh-mi was inappropriate. I think that means it hit on her. I'll give it another try or two and check out the bar because it's a block from my house, but not real optimistic.
(3)David R.
I was really hoping for a better experience. I like many of the Food Fight establishments but I think they missed the mark here. The old Avenue Bar had a warm welcoming feel. Not so anymore. Very cold. Also hate the small tables. I understand the reasoning and versatility it allows in the dining room but to close to your neighbor. Pleasant staff. I ordered the duck breast and the truth is I've done much better at home. Cooking was obviously rushed. Fat was not rendered. Way too thick and skin was not crisp. Meat was difficult to cut and tough to chew. The temperature was just warm when served. Half way through it was nearly room temperature. Gone are the fantastic pork roast, turkey and chicken dinners. I will try it again to see if it improves but with so many better choice, I won't be a regular. Not a warm place anymore.
(3)Sallie Jo C.
Simply put, I loved it. The rebranded Avenue Club and Bubble Up Bar has been given a much needed facelift but stayed true to their mid-century roots with both the decor and menu. The space is peaceful, sleek and modern, yet comfortable and not at all pretentious. We attended a pre-opening event the Friday before their planned Sunday public opening. They said there were a few furniture items yet to arrive, so they will continue to enhance the decor. The cocktail list is diverse and impressive. The menu includes pictures of the drinks, which I thought was a nice touch and practical. I love bubbly cocktails and quickly gravitated to theirs. They also premix a tiki drink and one other and have them kegged. We shared samples of both and they were excellent. The tiki drink is a great throwback to the mid 20th century cocktail party vibe. The food we sampled at different stations throughout the night was excellent. They make their own hummus, chicken pate and wonderful bread, including a pretzel bread. I was particularly fond of the hummus and the lightly pickled vegetables for the bahn mi. Throughout our visit, servers brought around samples of many menu items. The fish fry was so good and the slaw was perfect. My husband even loved the slaw, and he's usually critical of slaw. I also enjoyed the pork chop sample very much. The staff working were all eager to explain the food and drinks and were genuinely excited about the opening and how great the menu is. I loved their enthusiasm. The Food Fight leadership team there were great and welcoming. The sense of pride they all have in the food and the space was infectious. That, more than anything else, makes me look forward to my return trip.
(5)Raphael A.
Are you serious? I'm sure some people will say this reminds them of the 60s. To me it just reminds me of an old hospital. The paintings on the walls just look like desperate pleas for color. The bright lights did not help the mood. Two cocktails, fried pickles, carpaccio, and the Avenue fish sandwich all missed the mark. Rasberry shrub is delicious, but it needs to pop. You know what shrub is, right? Vinegar + fruit. It's a preservation technique. The lemon peel that I paid for needs to be expressed on top because I'm drinking old things and want them to taste fresh. The Jet Pilot Tiki drink took a lot of water to get diluted right. By then my ice was gone, and wtf, come on. I'd have been ok with half the booze to cover your costs. Also, um, you guys cost more than literally all of the cocktail bars in Madison. The fried pickles were OK, but they're better at other Food Fight places. It was fine when the breading distracted from the pickles at DLUX, but come on. If I want a nice dinner I don't want food for children. The carpaccio was covered in a salad. It's another red herring because their beef is flavorless. I guess I shouldn't have been surprised that distraction was the MO. The fish sandwich is what fucking kills me, though. Overcooked (aka dry and chewy), undercrisped (aka not enough time to rest and/or sat in the window too long), undersalted, and bland vegetables on a mushy bun. It's the end of summer and my tomato tasted like it had never seen the sun. Maybe this is what sold me on the hospital feel, but compare this to something like Jin's (now JD's) fish sandwich, and it's just a bad joke. My memories of the old Avenue are pretty much Badger Football cuts of The Avenue's kitchen. It's supposed to be good old fashioned fish fry. Our server provided us everything we ordered him to bring to us and checked up on us as if we were babies but never noticed our sauces were gone. He also had a Mexican bringing us water because he was too busy doing other things. I guess this is new Wisconsin dining.
(2)Maria M.
What a great restaurant. Food Fight really nailed this one. I have been there 2 times and can't wait to go back. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Food was excellent! I would go for the short rib stroganoff. My husband had the cod sandwich -- both were very tasty. Definitely going back and letting my friends know about this!
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