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| - Monty's goes back a very long time in Madison and is a great place to get a home-cooked style meal. I used to go with my parents as a kid, and now as an adult I've started to rediscover how much I loved their food.
Nestled in the eclectic Atwood Ave neighborhood, Monty's presents a 50's style diner with yummy lunch specials like meatloaf (very good meatloaf), sandwiches, and a wicked good brunch. They also have ridiculously delicious chocolate shakes, so don't be afraid to splurge while you're there.
One of the other great things about Monty's is the atmosphere; the area around it is filled with little mom and pop shops, the Barrymore theater, and relics of an older time. Take a stroll around if it's a nice day and your bound to find something you like. If not, I'm sure you probably enjoyed the food as all the dishes I've ever had were great and the portions were generous.
There are a few drawbacks though that held me back from giving a 5 star review. First, there is usually a very long wait. The place is popular, but I don't feel that the food and eastside location (I live far westside) always justifies the overall experience. Secondly, the service is hit or miss. I've had some waitresses who were prompt and polite, making me feel right at home, and others who were sarcastically rude to the point where people in my party almost had to say something. Furthermore, the kitchen doesn't always look clean, as trays of biscuits have been left sitting out and flies have been a buzzing.
Setting all those things aside though (which I know may be hard for some), the blue plate is a Madison delight that should not be missed. The food is so good you'll be stuffed in a recliner when you get home pining for more.
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