Grant S.
Yelp
Wow. Heritage Tavern went from a brunch front runner during our Madison trips to a dinner 'must' in one weekend!
We found heritage a few years ago for brunch and LOVED our experience. As a result, we tried to replicate that brunch while in town. We discovered that the brunch currently wasn't happening due to restaurant week, but we were able to get reservations via Yelp for dinner and stopped by Saturday night.
We were blown away! We each got two drinks. I got the Pear Gin Rug, which is absolutely divine and you MUST try it, and the Soho, which was also yummy. My husband got the peanut butter Porter and the 755 Local IPA. He loved the great mix of regional beer options.
We started with the Brussel sprouts and they were so good! The sweet and savory sauce/broth was the highlight of the starter...I could have eaten this starter all night!
For our meals, I got the steak frites and my husband got the pork schnitzel. We were so happy with our entrees and walked away stuffed. The steak was perfectly tender and juicy and the gravy sauce was so decadent with the steak and crispy frites! Connor loved the tender pork schnitzel and thought the crispy breading was perfect! One of the best schnitzels he has ever had!
As we were about to leave, we noticed the amazing 'Restaurant Week' menu and asked when it started...the next day, 1/23! We got a reservation on the spot and came back again tonight.
This incredible deal is $35 per person and comes with three courses each. Wow!!!
We each got two drinks throughout the evening. I got the restaurant week special cocktail, First Kiss, with gin and cranberry rosemary syrup. Sweet, fizzy, and yummy. I also got the 131 Bourbon Street and loved this smokey take on the Manhattan! My husband got the 755 Local IPA and an IPA from Nashville, TN. He loves his IPA's!
For our starter, we got the charcuterie board and pork/beef meatballs. The charcuterie board was a perfect mix of cheese, spreads, breads, and veggies. Yum and beautifully presented. The meatballs were so savory and sweet with a perfect bread-crumb crunch.
For our entrees, we both got the 'Pork Duo.' This included Heritage's infamous schnitzel and a house sausage atop German potato salad and red cabbage. It was so delicious and flavorful. And very filling!
For dessert, we each got our own flourless chocolate cake. Oh my goodness it was decadent, luxurious, and divine. The presentation was perfect and the flavors were wonderful. I particularly loved the hazelnut crumble. Yum!
And all of that food for only $35 a person. Wow! What a deal! If you are reading this during restaurant week, snag yourself a reservation via YELP asap to take advantage of this wonderful deal!
Finally, I want to note that the staff (from hostess to server) were wonderful, warm, and helpful. We enjoyed each person we encountered and it helped us feel comfortable coming back a second day . Thanks for a great experience everyone!
Also, the ambiance and decor are very date-mood friendly and cozy. We felt very comfy and fancy! Plus COVID protocols are on-point...we felt very safe.
Thank you for the wonderful dinning adventure this weekend, Heritage Tavern! We look forward to seeing you next time!