My new favorite!
For those of you that are keeping score, Papavero stole the number one spot from my former fave, Nostrano.
Every dish. Every single appetizer, entree, cocktail, and dessert that I have tasted here has been spectacular. There are roughly 12 daily changing specials written on the chalkboard. Many of those specials are fresh seafood - hard to come by in Madison. I would tell you to stick to the specials because they're so fun and different, but lately I've been grateful that the braised boar papardelle was on the menu so I could come back for more of it.
One tip:
Ask for an Amaro as a digestif after your dinner! Your server can explain what it is if you've never heard of it.