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| - People in Madison are OBSESSED with Short Stack. I think it's good, but a little overpriced and overrated. Overall, it's a great restaurant to have on a college campus - slightly fancier than Sunroom Café but below prices of places like Sardine or Graze. The interior is absolutely delightful - SSE did the cutest job of decorating their glass tables and accessorizing the restaurant to feel like a sunroom at all times. In general, the menu is good but for breakfast food, a lot of it I do feel as if I could make at home without the prices. That being said, there are a few redeeming items that make it 100% worth it to stop by to try:
1) Sweet Potato Oatmeal Pancakes. My old roommates forced me to go back to SSE after I was hesitant and this really won me over. These are actual PERFECTION. Naturally sweet, grainy, wholesome, and topped with mascarpone, fresh strawberries, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar. I dream for SPOP.
2) Breakfast Potatoes. It's like...the potatoes you want to make, but would never make for yourself because they are the definition of buttery goodness. But it's okay when someone else makes them for you because then it just melts in your mouth and the entire world feels good again.
3) Blind Special. Every day, there is a Blind Special that is 50% off - it is what it sounds like. You're allowed to ask if it is sweet or savory, but the rest is up to the Chef for that day. I've almost never been disappointed by this (and your wallet definitely thanks you!) and generally trust the judgment. If you're feeling risky and want to save a few bucks, this is definitely the move! You never know what you'll find. :)
Overall, cute restaurant that is a little overpriced with some unique menu items to check out (see above!!!!).
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