"American" cuisine is perhaps one of the most ambiguous archetypes when it comes to restaurants. You generally know what to expect of a fancy minimalist-plating french restaurant, of a reputable reservations-months-in-advance steakhouse, or a bargain-priced, jam-packed burrito joint. By comparison, what kind of dishes can one expect out of a highly-rated establishment sporting "American" cuisine? Burgers? Steaks?
A Pig in a Fur Coat does American cuisine in its own truly unique way. A look at the menu reveals some of the creativity and style, but only after tasting the dishes can one get a grasp of the actual breadth of ambition behind the menu as a whole.
The poutine is simply the best - the cheese curds are my favorite in Madison (yes, I've had curds at Graze and Old Fashioned). Unlike some others, I thought the ravioli was just okay. The fatty-savory flavor profile unfortunately felt imbalanced on the Wagyu beef and the sauce was much too salty, overbearing and covering up the hearty bone marrow taste that I am accustomed to from Korean cuisine. Finishing with a simple, yet exquisite panna cotta made me forget about my disappointment with the wagyu till I got to writing this review.
tldr; The dishes have character. Try the poutine and pass on the wagyu beef, and you can't go wrong.
Overall experience: 4.17