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| - Finally got to try Graze after a very long period of anticipation. Everyone kept telling me about them and they look quite inviting from the Capitol Square when you're walking by at the Farmer's Market.
Well they did not disappoint. My wife and I had a wonderful date night out here on a Thursday night. No wait, got a booth, relaxed social atmosphere, excellent food. She had the Pub burger while I went with the Graze burger. I was a little sticker shocked at the $21 price tag compared to her more down-to-earth one, but oooh-weee was it good. Ribs, Sirloin, Bacon, Onions, Butter, and Brioche? Yes Please! And the fries were equally tasty, quite possibly some of the best in Madison. They had a fantastic balance of being slightly soggy/greasy while still being crispy and overall scrumptious. We also ordered the famous cheese curds and they were a must have too.
Trading bites with her, I liked the Pub burger as well. I think you could make this a reasonable place to eat on a regular basis downtown if you don't go H.A.M. on the wine and signature item like we did. I mean, they have a killer bread basket, and that alone gets A+ status in my book.
Service was friendly, but a little bit of going through the motions. I felt a little out of place there as our server wasn't too talkative, but with the combo of great food, a good price, and everyone around you talking/laughing/enjoying themselves, it's definitely a place to be. I will be returning soon and am eager to sample their interesting and expansive cuisine.
And I woulda snapped a pic of the food, but I remembered as I was mid-bite with that giant sandwich of the gods. Peace be with you, lovely burger.
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