NostranoLoved It!My first time at this restaurant and I can't say enough good things about it! Service was great and the food was superb, especially the chocolate ganache dessert with kumquats that was to die for. We'll definitely go back again.5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Mother's Day DinnerMy wife and I took a mini-vacation over the weekend and chose Nostrano for a Mother's Day celebration.
Overall, had a great experience and plan on eating there again.
Enjoyed the beer selection, which complimented the food.
The highlight of the evening was the Affogato for dessert.
May even stop in for beer and Affogato next time in town.5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMFantastic!We had a great meal at Nostrano - delicious soup, great charcuterie, and really fabulous pasta. Highly recommended!5/10/2013 12:00:00 AMSuperbCreative, elegant, excitingly unique dishes; relaxed, comfortable ambiance; wonderful wine...can't wait to come again!!5/4/2013 12:00:00 AMOur FIrst ExperienceWe were told by a friend in Chicago about a new place to eat in Madison called Nostrano's. So we decided to try it the next night.
I must say that I have never tasted squash soup that delicious in my life~ even my own! The snapper was amazing as well.
I am not sure why there is not beef on the menu, but left without that as a choice we were just as happy with the fish. If there was a place their menu would improve, it would be in the gluten free selections. I would have ordered something else but it required bread and there was not a gluten free bread offered.The dessert didn't have enough gelato to go with the AWESOME chocolate ! It would be okay with me to skip all that other stuff and give the dish 2 scoops of gelato ! We will be back!5/4/2013 12:00:00 AMOh What a Night!Nostrano may now be my favorite restaurant in Madison. The food was fresh, seasonal, and so delicious! We started with the olives and salumi board - a must! - then shared a refreshing panzanella salad with fava beans, pea shoots, radishes, and a fresh herb dressing. We thoroughly enjoyed our entrees (whole wheat pappardelle with lamb ragu and rabbit boudin blanc and confit with gnocchi). The flavors were rich and complex. The wine, suggested by our waiter to be paired with our entrees, was perfect. We finished with the basque cake - the best! Amazing dinner, start to finish! Can't wait to go back again!4/23/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat cocktails in a veryGreat cocktails in a very nice atmosphere.
The food is great as they combine interesting ingredients together. However, I still think that for the price you pay, the portions are rather small.4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMWe have been to Nostrano moreWe have been to Nostrano more than 6 times, and the food is always excellent! Staff is very attentive and warm.4/19/2013 12:00:00 AMWhile we would have appreciatedWhile we would have appreciated a sightly larger menu, we were both more than pleased with our choices. Each dish featured a complex blend of subtle flavors, and they were presented beautifully. Our waitress was helpful and responsive without being intrusive. The noise level was high--but that seems to be the case in every Madison restaurant we go to. (We enjoy conversation as much as food!) Need to make special mention of the coffee: outstanding!4/2/2013 12:00:00 AMExquisite food, some of theExquisite food, some of the best in Madison, and that is saying a lot.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMFOUND THIS PLACE BY CHANCE,FOUND THIS PLACE BY CHANCE, WHAT A TREAT. THERE WERE FOUR IN OUR GROUP, AND WE ALL COULD NOT SAY ENOUGH GOOD ABOUT IT. QUINN WAS AN EXCEPTIONAL WAITER, FOOD INFORMER....3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMAt first the entree seemedAt first the entree seemed small, but by the end it was quite satisfying thanks to the wine and amazing dessert.3/29/2013 12:00:00 AMAbsolutely love this MadisonAbsolutely love this Madison gem. They need to get off their snooty bar drink attitude and bring me a regular cosmopolitan & drop the egg white.3/27/2013 12:00:00 AMThe meal at Nostrano exceededThe meal at Nostrano exceeded my expectations. Flavor combinations were exquisite and ingredients fresh and unusual. Will definitely return!3/27/2013 12:00:00 AMWe had the best experienceWe had the best experience at Nostrano for our anniversary. Thanks to everyone. It was fantastic.3/23/2013 12:00:00 AMThe menu provided a difficultThe menu provided a difficult choice, as the select dishes that they offer are all really unique and well thought out. Portion sizes are perfect- rich and decadent, while not too filling. Save room for dessert!3/21/2013 12:00:00 AMBoth the salmon and rabbitBoth the salmon and rabbit dish were superb.
The chestnut desert was also memoreable. Great staff as well.3/21/2013 12:00:00 AMThe appetizers and dessertsThe appetizers and desserts were exceptional. I had the Rabbit Boudin Blanc & Confit and must say it was scarce on rabbit...a few shreds and a rather large sausage composed of pork and rabbit, which was really quite bland.3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMI was not able to attend,I was not able to attend, but the other people that did attend said the experience was outstanding. We are all planning to come again. I hope I can attend the next time. Thanks for taking such good care of them. Ruth Ellen3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat view of the Capitol.Great view of the Capitol. It was a little bright inside. The service was terrific and prompt. I had the apple dessert with molasses gelato and it may be the best dessert I have ever had!3/12/2013 12:00:00 AM