rev:text
| - Based on one recent visit, Madison's Restaurant and Bar in North Calgary - between Huntington Hills and Country Hills - stood out as a great place to eat and drink. The service our group received was exceptional down to every little detail. Our server was timely and friendly, going out of her way to make sure our visit was one to remember. The inside of the restaurant is very clean and has a higher-end pub feel, with seating offered at regular tables, booths, and high chairs, as well as the bar. They also have a bunch of TV's that are conveniently placed for watching a game. Based off a quick browse of the menu, Madison's seems to charge standard prices for their food and drinks. Gone are the days of $7 pub burgers, but quality and innovation have replaced cheap and quick plates. That's totally cool by me!
For $16 I ordered the Lobster Mac 'n Cheese as I hadn't had it in years and had mad cravings for it. The portion is much larger than it looks and comes with garlic bread on the side. The sauce was delicious - creamy, cheesy, smooth and not too heavy. The penne wasn't overcooked and remained its firmness during the baking process. Nothing I hate more than soggy pasta, so this was a real treat seeing as how many pubs screw this up. What I loved the most was the chunks of baby lobster, which tasted fresh and mild and accompanied the cheese perfectly. I had a few Kokanees and they arrived nice and cold!
With a few options in the adjacent plazas, Madison's Restaurant and Bar might be the best bet for food in the area. The wings next door at The Tipsy Pig are unbeatable, but for elevated pub grub, this one takes the cake! The entire group said their food was top-notch!
|