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Eastside - Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue restaurant
3.9

Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

  • Eastside
  • $$$
  • French
  • Upscale
  • Food
    okay
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    bad

Food: Culinary adventure turns sour

The highlight dishes at Madeline Bistro, the Afternoon Tea Set and Champagne Brunch, promised a delightful culinary experience. Yet, they fell short as customers labelled the taste as bland, found the freshness to be disappointing, and the portions inadequate for the premium price tag. Further blight was the limited menu that lacked the creativity one would expect from such a venue.

  • Very Creative

    Food is innovative, creative, with beautiful attention to presentation.

  • Okay Taste

    Some food items described as good or enjoyable, others as mediocre.

  • Bad Variety

    Menu was hit or miss, limited options, inconsistencies, and confusing layout.

Top 3 dishes at Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue

  1. 1

    Afternoon Tea Set 🏆

    Delicious, high-quality selection and presentation; excellent service.

    Afternoon Tea Set dish
  2. 2

    Champagne Brunch

    Everyone raved about the delicious taste and excellent service provided.

    Champagne Brunch dish
  3. 3

    Creme Brulee

    Perfection in sweetness and texture, with creamy, dreamy satisfaction.

    Creme Brulee dish

Vibe: Charming idyllic with melodic merriment

On the bright side, the ambiance of Madeline Garden was the saving grace. Its elegant and intimate setting accentuated by the enchanting strains of harp music, made it a haven for date nights. The wine list, appreciated for its variety and reasonable pricing, added to the charm. Yet, the neutral buzz hinted at an unmet potential.

  • Great For Dates

    Frequent mentions of romantic, intimate setting perfect for date nights.

  • Okay Buzz

    Restaurant boasts history and charm but food and service need alignment.

Perks: Service snags dampen delight

The perks at Madeline leave room for improvement. Finding parking was often an uphill task and poor pet accommodations didn't help their cause. The service was reportedly slow leading to long waits and cold food, although large group accommodations and dietary flexibility were praised. Their neutral stance on kid-friendliness and outdoor option left visitors with mixed feelings.

  • Easy To Hear

    Quiet, conducive for conversation, live music complements the atmosphere.

  • Okay To Reserve

    Reservations on Yelp generally smooth, but confirm to avoid confusion.

  • Bad For Pets

    Food and service overshadowed by poor pet accommodations.