After reading the reviews on here for Madonna's, I decided I was going to give this place a try today. I've walk into this place a number of times and then walked out simply because I had no idea what any of the stuff behind the cafeteria style line was. But today I decided it was time to step outside my norm and throw my culinary caution to the wind. I'm glad I did.
Like James R. pointed out in his "tip", I found the staff to be very friendly and helpful. The lady on the serving line explained what each item was and told me that the lunch special consisted of "one meat and two sides". I went with the kaftans for my meat choice (sort of a lamb and beef mini meatloaf) and for my two side dishes I choose the loubieh (green beans and onion in an oil, garlic, and herb dressing) and sleek (a collard greens and chick pea's dish). It also came with a zip-lock baggy containing a couple of pita slices. Everything was delicious and I'm sure I'll be back again to try some of their other offerings.
Madonna's isn't exactly a plush or cozy place. The seating is more like what you would find in a fast food restaurant. But the service is quick and the food is good. I challenge you to step outside your culinary comfort zone during your next lunch break and discover something more than burgers and pizza.