Crandall’s
334 State St, Madison, WI, 53703
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Address :
334 State St
Madison, WI, 53703 - Phone (608) 231-2000
- Website https://www.crandallsrestaurantandcatering.com/index.html
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 10
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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Sarah A.
I really enjoyed the food that I had! My boyfriend however did not. He also did like my good food though, ended up eating his and mine. Our server was a little awkward however. We had the most delicious dessert here! It was cookies and ice cream, definetly would suggest
(4)Lauren K.
I am a huge fan of Crandall's. I have been here once when it was a takeout place in Middleton and once downtown. We sat outside on the patio since it was summertime and the experience/vibe was great. We came for the fish fry and also had some glasses of wine. Their fish fry is amazing, but I am now gearing up to try the Peruvian food. I love Peruvian food, so I look forward to checking this place out. I will say I am hesitant to come here in the winter as the inside is a little small. The patio on State Street made for a great eating experience and I don't want to give that up, so we may wait til spring. Overall, some of the best fish fry I have had.
(4)Michelle F.
Although I was sad to see Chautara go, I was eager to sample the fare of the space's new occupant, Crandall's, which offers Peruvian-American cuisine. First, I have to say that "Peruvian-American" is used in the loosest possible sense of the term here, since you can order an appetizer of fried Wisconsin cheese curds...And I can't say that if I had a hankering for lasagna THIS would be the first place I'd come to look for it. But there it is on the menu. Our server was excellent, and the atmosphere was relaxed and nice--although the music selection, which included Bruno Mars, was somewhat disorienting. I ordered the Arroz con Pollo, a very traditional Peruvian dish. I was not expecting chicken and rice to make a grand entrance on an absolutely gorgeous plate, but that's what was laid in front of me. I also appreciated the portion size, which was not overly large. On first bite, the dish struck me as hearty and savory, but a tad on the bland side. Peruvian cuisine is not as spicy as some other Latin American cuisines, after all, and as I kept eating, it suddenly hit me. The pickled red onion garnish was there FOR A REASON. So I assembled a forkful of rice, chicken, and a slice of the onion pickle. The sheer perfection of that bite was amazing: the pickled onion provided a perfect textural counterpoint and highlighted the subtle flavors of the dish. The insanely reeky onion breath two hours later was well worth it. I'll be back.
(5)Matt M.
Delicious food. Get the pisco cocktails, sour but delicious. Also the steak saltado is wonderful
(5)John W.
Very disappointing. They delivered awful fish dinners. Worst ever. But when I called and left messages they even refused to return the calls to discuss it. Less than 1 star. Sad.
(1)Ashley H.
First off; the name is the same as the former American takeout&catering service in Middleton, but almost everything else has changed. About 80% of the food is Peruvian-inspired, there are just a few Americana options (turkey dinner, fish fry, 1 pasta dish, pot roast). Crandall's accommodated a group of 6 pressed for time before an Overture Center show without a hitch. The server was extremely helpful and polite and ensured we were served quickly, yet didn't feel pressed for time. Our party selected Peruvian dishes, which including ceviche (multiple types), chaufa de quinoa (Peruvian "fried rice" except with quinoa), lomo saltado (steak, veggie, french fry dish). Everyone loves choclo, the roasted giant corn kernels served as a snack before ordering, and ceviche usually appeals to anyone who likes fresh fish. Overall the sauces such as ajà (onion condiment) adds a brighter element so even the heartier dishes like lomo saltado don't make you feel as heavy when you're finished. The prices are all right-they seem dead on for ceviche, but the chaufa de quinoa, which is borrowed from fried rice, is a wee bit overpriced. Our group was happy with our experience here, and we would return, especially as a good option prior to an event downtown.
(4)Prathyusha S.
I have visited this place twice, and both the times I did not find a reason to complain or be disappointed. With regards to food, I dont know which is worse. So, the first time I was here I ordered the Loma Saltado with tofu. My dish that day, though good was a tad bit acidic (could be the balsamic or any other vinegar that was used). The dish though flavorful, was not something I would come back to again. However, on my second visit (with my husband) we went through most of the menu. We got a Chicha Morada, (some regular beer), the Vegetable and Cheese Empanadas, Loma Saltado (again!, for the hubby) and the Arrozo con Pollo (without chicken, but with tofu instead). The Arrazo was absolutely delicious! The cilantro sauce (without beer) subtly enhanced the carrots and green peppers in the dish. Fragrant and full of flavor and a lovely color, this dish is certainly a winner! I would come back for this! The Saltado was as expected, OK! nothing to complain about (the tartness being accounted for), but nothing to praise either!. I would skip the Empandas!(buy them off the food cart for half the price and twice the taste). On the whole, our dining experience was good, with the Arrazo emerging as the hero of our dinner! Go back for the Arrazo! Forget everything else and bite into the cilantro goodness :). The dishes were a bit pricey too, with the exception of the Arrazo. I would certainly pay the $15 asked for taste and the portion. This is a 4 star review with 1 star exclusively for the Arrazo. Go ahead and give Crandall's a try, I would go back only for the Arrazo though!.
(4)Christoph J.
I ate lunch at Crandall's last week, and used the Hooked iPhone app to get a $6 meal. While it was affordable, it unfortunately wasn't very good. The rotisserie chicken was way overcooked and seriously lacking in flavor. I couldn't eat some of the meat, as it was too chewy. The garden salad on my plate was fine, just a pile of iceberg lettuce with red onions and carrots and dressing. The thickly cut fries were easily the best part of my meal. The $6 Hooked deal also includes a soda. I had a nice yet slightly inattentive server. Overall, a pretty underwhelming meal. I'll perhaps try the dinner menu sometime to see if that provides a better experience.
(2)Christina D.
The wait staff was very attentive, but the kitchen was extremely slow. The food wasn't anything to write home about.
(2)Ari W.
Pleasantly surprised with how delicious and wonderful this place was! Walked in just after 9pm unsure of how late they were open.. Treated great even though closing time was near (I think!) The yuca was very good and the sangria was AMAZING! Overall great experience! Large portions made for great leftovers and another meal the next day!
(5)Federico R.
I was in town on business today and wasn't certain what to eat. Took a walk down State St to see what grabbed my eye. You don't see Peruvian restaurants everywhere so I thought 'what the heck'. Great decision! The waiter was a sweetheart and guided us around the menu. She gave us three recommendations. There were three in the party so we each took one. I went with the Seco de Cordero which was excellent and filling. I would've grabbed dessert but I was stuffed. They were offering $5 sangrias tonight which were awesome. I would've had a few based on the taste and the price but they were so good I don't think I would've stopped. Highly recommended
(5)Donna M.
I have an undying love of Peruvian food, and Lomo Saltado is definitely in my top #5 favorite dishes of all time. Since Peruvian restaurants in my own hometown are hard to come by, checking out Crandall's was an absolute necessity while I was in Wisconsin. Lots of variety to be found on the menu with Peruvian Dishes but also with a smattering of Classic American fare as well including Roast Turkey, Pot Roast, and even Pasta Primavera. I love ceviche too, and they have a handful of those to choose from but I had to stick to my guns and get the Lomo Saltado with Steak. I liked the crispy fries, and the steak was marinated well and had a nice depth of flavor. However, the steak was also very overdone, and very tough. There was also wayyy too little steak to justify the $17 price tag! It was mostly fries and rice! Our waiter was attentive and friendly but we were also the only patrons in the restaurant at the time so that might also have something to do with it. The restaurant smells heavily of incense too, so keep that in mind if you're adverse to strong smells while dining. Although I finally got my hands on some Lomo Saltado, it wasn't as satisfying as I'd hoped it would be. My friend got the Seafood Paella and really enjoyed her food. It looked good too! Maybe I ordered the wrong thing, but with so many other great dining options in Madison to choose from, I wouldn't waste my time coming back to find out.
(2)Melissa G.
My husband is from neighboring Ecuador, and since there are just a few South American options in Madison, we took the opportunity to dine here recently while holiday shopping on State street. Our meal was fantastic. We has ceviche mixto, Seco de Cordero, and alfajores for dessert. My husband felt a taste of home. The ceviche was fresh and perfectly spiced, the seco de Cordero had amazing texture and flavor, and the dessert was homemade and delicious. I also had a pisco cocktail with infused basil. The server, also the catering manager, told us there are other unique cocktail options with pisco. These cocktails should absolutely not be missed. Service was extremely friendly and attentive, and it was a busy night. The tables were all occupied and there was a private party upstairs (I believe we were told you can rent the room for an event free of charge with food). I will go back, and my husband agrees! For previous folks who said there were American items on the menu, that was not my experience. It is now an entirely South American menu, and it is amazing!
(5)Liz C.
Friendly service & large portions. Solid food. Nothing spectacular. Pisco Sours were big, but with large pieces of ice.
(3)Meghan M.
I went with my husband and 2 kids (2 and 5). We ate outside. The tables were tiny, and the tops wobbled, so we couldn't fix them by stabilizing the bases. The empanadas were good, flaky crust and tasty filling. My husband had a quinoa dish, which they forgot to add chicken to. I had a rice dish with chicken. It was ok, but very heavy with the oil. The kids split fried fish with fries. It was pretty good. The service was slow for a table with children, but it seemed like they were not used to having kids. The best part of the meal was the pisco sour.
(3)Jessie S.
Ok food at great food prices. The Pisco Sour was good, the Seafood Paella was below average with frozen veggies, rubbery calamari and average shrimp. Service was not good, but I can look past that because it was busy. For the price, I doubt we will go back.
(3)Eric K.
Excellent food. Good service. I'll be returning, often. We ordered chicken empanadas as our appetizer. The crusts were amazingly flaky, the chicken tender, and the aji Amarillo pepper sauce had a nice bite. I'd go back just for those. My lomo saltado featured tender sautéed hanger steak, red onions, and tomatoes in a nice sauce. It was tasty comfort food. The French fries that accompanied them reminded me of Red Robin (meh), but were an excellent medium for the remaining delicious sauce that came with the empanandas. The ceviche mixito my friend ordered was quite good. I sampled a few tender morsels, and only one had a hint of "fishy" flavor. The rocoto pepper leche de tigre leant everything a delightful burn.
(4)Rob P.
New restaurant here! I came here for lunch with a few colleagues. Check out the attached photos. They serve Peruvian food with some traditional american items on the menu. (There was a regular burger on the menu). Overall things were pretty good. Great service, clean restaurant, and a nice feel. The empanadas are really great. Extra flaky. I would suggest the cheese or chicken. I had the steak sandwich. I think it was called the Pan con Lomo. It was pretty good, but could've used a bit more meat on it. Fries were so-so. Overall, I'd go back for sure. There are plenty of other items that looked great!
(4)Sabine W.
So this restaurant is new to State Street here in Madison. Until a month or two ago it was a Himalayan restaurant. Not sure if Crandall's moved here from another location in Madison or whether it's completely new to Madison. Anyway, we thought we'd give it a try today (a group of 4 of us). It really didn't impress us at all, as you can tell from the rating. In fact, it was downright disappointing. When you order something for $13, you don't expect to get something that tastes like something I can get for $6 at a local Chinese take-out. And I don't know if it was a bad day for them or what, but the wait was too long AND they couldn't offer us half the things on their menu. So... what DO you have to serve us today? You could count on one hand the options we had. After we got our food, it was really unimpressive for the price and setting. Our food was bland and didn't have much taste. The chicken was bland ("Rotisserie chicken" from the menu), the Quinoa dish was bland and tasted like chinese stir fry, the tofu version of the "lomo" dish was ok, and the steak version of the "lomo" dish was ok. Really, really not worth anyone's time considering the amazing other restaurants surrounding it on State Street - and DEFINITELY not worth the money they're charging you for these dishes. In one word: "meh".
(2)Chris B.
Stopped in spontaneously for dinner with my family. Not much bang for the buck. We ordered empanadas, paella, and pollo a la brasa. The empanadas were fair. The chicken was done well but overly simple. We ordered a full and were given 3/4 plus some extra thighs due to a kitchen shortage. The paella was sub-par for sure -- rubbery calamari, small portion, little protein. While the meal was average, the cost was much too high for the quality. The space was also chilly for us all and the tiny speaker blaring dance music was a major distraction. Would have been happy at 2/3 the price.
(2)Ifat K.
Second time here. Food is excellent. Authentic Peruvian. Everything was made perfect. Highly recommend the ceviche Great patio to spend last days of summer outdoors
(5)Rich P.
Really pleasantly surprised. Excellent food, wine and service. Good Colombian - but definitely Latin. Actually was impressed by watching a waiter run out across state street (in bitter cold) after a couple had left a pair of glasses on their table. Good kid - and our waitress (Holly) was great as well. One suggestion for menu (based on Latin restaurant experience in Houston - see Churrascos - known for Venezuela - Venezuelan specialties) as an Appetizer: Add Fried Plaintain (banana) chips with a sweet Mango salsa (but not runny - and sweet/tangy with just a little bite at the end). - It is unbelievably popular.....and so good. Try it. The Tres Leches dessert was excellent - good job of caramelizing (request) the top for me. Excellent wine suggestions to go along with the meal. Will come again next time in Madison on State St.
(5)John C.
We stopped in after our movie at the Wisconsin Film Festival. They were not expecting a crowd on this usually slow Sunday night. Only one waiter and he was overwhelmed. My 1/2 chicken was pretty good but the wedge fries were lukewarm and soft. Wine pours were small. My wife's entree was unacceptable and the waiter took it off the bill.
(3)Sharon M.
Our foursome met here on a quiet Tuesday night. Our server was very attentive and helpful. Although he had been there only a week, he was knowledgeable And when he didn't know a term he asked for clarification from the chef. The food was beautifully presented and quantity generous. I ordered the ceviche which is not the cilantro and lime juice version to which I am accustomed. It was interesting, but heavier on vegetables rather than seafood. They serve only beer and wine and need to do some serious beefing up of both of these lists. The IPA dark, intense brew drinkers in our group were NOT happy. Wine selections were marginal. And it wouldn't hurt to put some fresh flowers or candles on the table. The crisp white cloths and napkins with the large front windows are begging for them.
(3)Reviewer C.
The food was delicious. I had the ensalada de quinoa and not only was it super healthy but very tasty! I only gave it four stars, however, because the server was a tad unprofessional but only because he seemed young and inexperienced. Still, I would definitely go back for that salad and try other dishes!
(4)Liana K.
I've never eaten in at Crandall's, only ordered from them via grubhub.com , so that's what I'm reviewing. The food is fine, but they have no idea what they're doing at the restaurant. I've ordered from them three times and will never order from them again. The first time I ordered from Crandall's, I realized that I had entered the wrong address in grubhub so I called the restaurant to let them know. They had no idea what grubhub was and insisted on rudely telling me I had the wrong restaurant. The second time I ordered from them, I got a call - after an hour of waiting for the food - saying that they were out of what I had ordered. The third time, they packaged my order wrong and I received the wrong food. When I called to ask them to send me the correct order, they insisted it was the delivery guy's fault. I have no idea what goes on at that restaurant, but it is terribly run. I've never had such bad service. I've never written a Yelp review before, but I'm so annoyed with them that I felt it merited a review.
(2)Amanda R.
Great food, great service, and good atmosphere. We found this new restaurant while walking down State Street and the waiter who caught us eyeing the menu was so friendly and enthusiastic we had to sit down and try it out. And we were definitely not disappointed. The fried quinoa was awesome! We will definitely be going back.
(5)Karen P.
Love the food and the waitstaff was attentive.
(5)Mary L.
My companion and I found Crandall's a delightful surprise. The Argentinian wine that I chose was a perfect complement for our appetizer order of the flaky empanadas and amazing lamb entree that I had ordered. My very discerning companion loved the ceviche. To complete the meal, I had the key lime pie: Exquisite. I highly recommend Crandall's. The waitstaff was attentive and very personable.
(5)Jan Q.
Our evening at Crandalls was a big disappointment. After making reservations for six and mentioning we had a one year old grandchild, we were met at the door with a surly manager "oh, I'm sorry...we don't have a high chair and we really cater to adults." We decided to try the restaurant anyway. Our mistake. That manager marched around seemingly angry at everyone, us, the servers, etc. Baby and mom left after 20 minutes, and went back to the hotel. The rest of us waited over 50 minutes for appetizers and entrees followed a few minutes later. When we asked that they box the Mom's order, the manager barked "we weren't TOLD about this!" Our entrees arrived lukewarm but some were good flavor. When we finished eating, we needed to remind them we had a boxed meal, which took over 20 more minutes to arrive. Also cold. As we left we talked to the manager telling him that his attitude had ruined our evening. He blamed our servers and the chef. To us, the most amazing thing is all the good reviews we read online beforehand. We will not return.
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