Welcome to Nook, our little corner of the restaurant world. Nook is a family owned and operated restaurant. It is an expression of who we are: adventurous, whimsical, and a little eccentric. The food is built on quality ingredients that are treated respectfully and served artistically. Nook is a communal 12 seat dining room that is comfortable and professional with no barriers – literally. There are no walls between the chef and the guest. The dining room is very much a part of the kitchen, giving diners an experience to embrace and remember.
Intimate eatery with an open kitchen & understated decor dishing up an elevated tasting menu & wine. Based on 154 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.9 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ No takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
2138 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704
Phone: (608) 852-7894
Website: http://nookmadison.com/
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Hours
| Thursday | 6:15–10 PM |
| Friday | 6:15–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6:15–10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 6:15–10 PM |
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Reviews
Anna
I’m half tempted to leave a bad review to deter everyone from going so I can get a reservation! I love doing tasting menus, and Nook is hands down the best one I’ve been to from Madison to Denver. The food is beyond amazing, you leave so full and the atmosphere is top tier. As soon as I can get a reservation again, I’ll be back!
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RJ P
The absolute best! If you have what it takes to get a reservation here, you will be rewarded with not just some of the most amazing food but an absolutely wonderful dining experience. Cannot recommend enough!!
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Micah Coffman
This was the best meal I’ve ever had. Not only are the dishes delicious, but the experiences with the wait staff and chefs is beyond comparison. Non-pretentious, homey, and intimate but more gourmet than anything I’ve ever had. Highly recommend visiting before Nook becomes world famous.
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Janmesh Patel
Nook has some of the best cuisine Madison has to offer. Their tasting menu consists of about 14 courses. The chef walks you through each of the courses before you begin to eat. The chef had a great personality and he made it seem like I was visiting an old friend with his charm and hospitality. The seating is communal style for 12 people, so you better get ready to socialize a bit at this dinner. I am vegetarian and Nook created a separate tasting menu for me. The food was delicious and innovative. Some of the dishes were so unique that I had never heard of them before. My favorite was a pesto pasta created from heart of palms. I even bought some heart of palms the day after to try and recreate this masterpiece of a dish. I went on my birthday and I even got a small “cake” made of chocolate ganache with a candle on it. I would definitely eat here all the time if the price was lower, but there is no doubt I will return for another meal the next time I get a chance.
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Ashley S
My partner and I loved our experience here! I’m vegetarian and they were so thoughtful about alternatives for me. Near the end there were some plates I couldn’t finish because I was so full. We also splurged on the wine pairings, which were fantastic. You can tell they’re really passionate about food and family. It is expensive but we went to celebrate our 3-year wedding anniversary and it was 1000% worth it. Just be sure to read their FAQ’s before booking so you know what to expect (and take the release time of the reservations seriously – I got on right at midnight and we barely squeezed in!). Thank you – we hope to be back next year!
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Emily McGaver
This was such a great experience! Starting with tiny persistent bubbles all the way through to a tasty cookie bite, the food and paired drinks did not disappoint. Reservations are hard to come by, but it’s worth the effort and wait. Shout out to CC, Major and the party of 8 we shared our experience with, y’all were great dinner companions. I can’t want to return to Nook again and again!
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Sajan Thandaserry
Prepare to take your taste buds to the moon. Come hungry and leave in a state of bliss. Food is art. The 13-14 course meal over 2 hours is a feast not only for your taste buds but also for your eyes. The small communal atmosphere adds to the experience. Chef Noah and his wife have created a gem on Atwood Ave
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Barbara Gulten
What a unique and delicious nook!
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Jonathan Lala
The food is incredible, of course, but what sets Nook apart from other fine dining establishments is the atmosphere. With a single communal table with only 12 seats, right next to the kitchen, you are truly dining in the chef-owners’ “nook.” It felt almost like a dinner party with friends, but with the service and quality of a fine dining establishment. My water never ran dry, the dishes came out at a perfect pace, and the drinks were solid. Frankly, $100 for 13 courses is a steal compared to what you’d pay in a larger city. I went with a single wine a la carte but the pairing looked like a great deal too with 9 half-pours for $50. Chefs and servers were lively and friendly, and I dug the music (mostly 90s hip-hop and R&B).
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Alejandro Perez
The ever-changing menu and genuine love the owners/chefs have for what they do makes for a truly unique experience. You don’t know what you’re going to eat, but you can count on still thinking about at least a couple of the dishes months later because they are just that good.
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