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| - Such a beautiful, simple concept. The menu and restaurant itself are both delightfully small, but equally enjoyable. I've lived in Madison for three years and kept hearing about Paul's Pel'meni, but never walked the extra block off of State Street to try it out - my mistake, it is a WONDERFUL gem.
Food: The "works" (potato or beef stuffed miniature dumplings complete with a drizzle of Sriracha, a sprinkle of cilantro, a dusting of curry powder, and sour cream on the side) is a perfect combination of different flavors. The spices add a great kick, and the sour cream tones it down enough so that you don't shed a few tears. Perfect for a meal at any time of the day - late-night drunk snack, comfort food, or even just sitting down for a nice treat.
Atmosphere: This place is actually a hole in the wall. Lighting is dark and there is small seating along the window, but this is not a fancy place by any means. The food comes in a cardboard box for takeout, or a harder paper bowl for eating in. It's hardly aesthetically pleasing, but the food really makes up for it! Employees are always friendly and the crowd is extremely laid-back. Go for the food and casual atmosphere - those are the winning characteristics of this place!
Tips: If you want some late-night dumplings and want to avoid the line, call ahead of time and order take out. The "Hooked" app in Madison also has weekly, if not daily, deals and discounts especially during the late afternoon if you need a fixing and are looking to save a little! The prices are already extremely reasonable, but this just gives you another reason to stop by.
Overall, a wonderful, unique little place to stop by at any time! It's usually a hit or miss with people who visit but those who go once and like it are bound to return.
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