We liked it for lunch today. And we are fans of HuHot (the other Mongolian style experience in Madison).
Quick Like-ables:
a) I'm allergic to egg. I was weirded out when my server asked if I had any allergies and explained "Use the White stick." Thinking HuHot: Y'all don't use eggs~ Well they do. This is a BONUS as the kid loves eggs. I appreciate my food being cooked separately and the fact that they offer eggs. It's a 'best of both worlds thing.'
b) I like that the meat was clearly & obviously meat cut up in the back & not like the shaved & frozen meat of Huhot.
c) A few more sauce options. They have more options that lack oil (which I need at the moment). I do care about my health most days.
d) They have soup options & can make your chosen items into a soup.
e) Mixed veggies that include bean sprouts.
f) The vegetarian friendly options (soy this/chew me that) NOPE~ not vegetarian at all but I appreciate thoughtfulness in the kitchen.
LOVEABLE:
1 THAT BREAD. TASTE LIKE MY OLD HOUSEMATE MOTHER IS COOKING. Initially, I was like no, I don't want any bread. But it's fresh, bubbly hot and tasty. It's Roti Prata & soooo worth it.
2. The grill cook was a sweetheart - explaining things, catering to the kid & helping out with options
3. The servers were more than helpful for our 1st time. They stepped up to offer help & ask questions. VARIOUS SERVERS..not let me get YOUR server attitude.
4. They charge for a to-go box on the unlimited trip version but the kid asked for a to-go box because she didn't finish and I said no. 2 servers stepped up to say - "We won't charge." I overtipped due to the appreciation.
5. They offer breakfast/brunch and we'll return so the kid can have such. Did I mention, I HATE breakfast?
Oh they had squid on the bar. Maybe they read the other YELPERs complain because the labels are clearly printed now and not handwritten and confusing.
Decor - stylish and easy. We loved the tall booths.
Staff - Made me smile to see Managers, Cooks, Bussers & servers alike working to meet customer need. (I am a former server)