Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro

Name: Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro
Address: 6857 Paoli Rd, Belleville, WI, United States, 53508
Telephone: (608) 848-6261
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1025)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

6857 Paoli Rd, Belleville, WI 53508

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro is located on the banks of the Sugar River in Paoli, WI. The Schoolhouse was built in 1864 and was converted into a restaurant in 2008. We pride ourselves in supporting local vendors and ingredients to bring you the best quality dishes.

Enjoy a meal in our beautiful bistro or on the deck/patio as weather permits. We have a great selection of wine, cocktails, and carry a variety of domestic and craft beers.

The Schoolhouse is also a great venue for small events - micro weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, baby showers, and any other celebrations!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, American, Bistro
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(608) 848-6261
Website
http://www.schoolhousebistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Luis Garcia
Private party facilities
We book private events tailored to your specific needs. Please call for details! 608-848-6261

Location
6857 Paoli Rd, Belleville, WI 53508
Neighborhood
Madison
Parking details
Also Available Street Parking- No Cost Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Moules & Frites$18.00
Guajillo cream, chorizo, fresh herbs, grilled lemon, garlic aioli
Peaches & Tomato Salad$18.00
Whipped chevre, red onions, sunflower sprouts, fresh herbs, citrus vinaigrette, house made saltines
Lamb Meatballs$18.00
Espagnole sauce, baguette, Italian salsa verde
Bread & Butter$6.00
Sourdough baguette | honey chive butter
Soup du Jour$7.00

Salads

Add to your salad | chicken $6 | scallops $12 | shrimp $6

Honey Hill Farm Spinach$16.00
Local spinach, lardons, red onions, cherry tomatoes, grated boiled egg, whipped chevre, warm maple bacon dressing
Roquefort$16.00
Belgian endive lettuce, walnuts, local pears or apples, roasted figs, pear vinaigrette
Caesar$16.00
Local romaine lettuce, red onion, cherry tomatoes, brioche croutons, pecora nociolla crisps, buttermilk caeser dressing
Schoolhouse$8.00
Local greens, radishes, cucumbers, carrots, red onion, cherry tomatoes, tarragon dressing

What 1,025 people are saying

Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Wisconsin
Best Overall
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Wisconsin
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Best Value
Madison
Best Overall
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Best Food
Madison
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Best Ambiance
Madison
Best Value
Madison
Great for brunch
Madison
Innovative
Madison
Hot spot
Madison
Neighborhood gem
Madison
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food" and "exceptional service" in a charming, historic setting. Guests praise the "delicious" and "beautifully presented" dishes, live music enhancing the ambiance, and the attentive staff. It's a "hidden gem" perfect for special occasions or a cozy meal.

1,025 Reviews

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Kristen VIP
Wisconsin27 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply delicious. My mom, nephew and I enjoyed dinner on 6/27. We all had the burger because over the years have all tried it in the past and it simply does not disappoint! The burgers were all cooked perfectly and the sides were outstanding! Thank you for the consistency in food and service you provide!
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Pamela
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This cozy restaurant was recommended for our anniversary! We enjoyed the guitar music and the whole ambience! The food was delicious! We will return!
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Suzy VIP
Wisconsin73 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This is a great restaurant tucked away in Paoli. We've been there once before and will definitely return. Each guest had a different meal, the Seabass was prepared perfectly and cauliflower mash tasty, the chicken was juicy and flavorfull and the Beef Wellington is something you do not see on a menu often so try it, excellent! Service was attentive and well timed.
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Jan
Wisconsin16 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This is a cute place in an old school house. Food and drinks are excellent. Staff very friendly. Ambience is really nice. Quiet live music in background. Will be back for sure
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Julia
Alabama2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a delight! First class all the way, from the greeting at the door through leaving. Service was great. My friend had the Roquefort Salad and I had the Beef Wellington. Bough of us left so happy! I highly recommend!
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Betsy
Kansas City / Kansas7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
When we stay at our favorite B&B Cameo Rose, we always go to the Paoli Schoolhouse for a dinner. The food is outstanding, and the service exceptional. I just wish we lived closer so that we could enjoy this restaurant more often.
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Marjorie
Wisconsin25 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a gem of a Resturant! Fabulous food in a wonderful setting and world class live musical entertainment to boot! The music is not loud or over whelming, instead, it provides a great ambiance. Great place to go for a romantic dinner or dinner with group of friends.
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Dawn VIP
Wisconsin9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic in every way! No place we'd rather be for a special dinner/evening entertainment than at the Paoli Schoolhouse! The food is always delectable--cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. We enjoyed every morsel of the warm bread, ceviche appetizer, and our entrees of melt-in-your-mouth tenderloin filets and walleye. Delicious sides (roasted potatoes and creamy mashed) plus fresh grilled asparagus and another side of a roasted cauliflower with a creamy blue cheese sauce. Being there on a Saturday night is an extra special treat because they always have wonderful entertainment and the music of Jim White is never disappointing. He is definitely one of the best! We love the atmosphere, food and beverages, the fabulous service and the weather was also perfect for outdoor dining on their beautiful stone patio. We'll be back sooner rather than later. Couldn't love it more!
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Jane
Wisconsin8 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A welcome feeling from the front door to our table! Waitstaff very helpful in assisting with choices- influenced several of us to make more bold choices. Very accomodating to a special request. Pace perfect that allowed the four of us to catch up and enjoy the flow of the meal. We'll be back- and won't wait for the next birthday!
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Bruce
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Not an inexpensive meal, but excellent food. Good breadth of choices for entree, plenty for f food, excellent drinks. Great experience for a special day!!
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FAQs

Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (608) 848-6261.

Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 1025 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Google Map for Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro

6857 Paoli Rd, Belleville, WI 53508

Additional information

Neighborhood
Madison
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, American, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Also Available Street Parking- No Cost Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Luis Garcia
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.schoolhousebistro.com/
Phone number
(608) 848-6261
Private party facilities
We book private events tailored to your specific needs. Please call for details! 608-848-6261

Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Menu

Starters

Moules & Frites$18.00

Peaches & Tomato Salad$18.00

Lamb Meatballs$18.00

Bread & Butter$6.00

Soup du Jour$7.00

Salads

Honey Hill Farm Spinach$16.00

Roquefort$16.00

Caesar$16.00

Schoolhouse$8.00

What 1,025 people are saying

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