Fairchild

"Terrible experience. Made a reservation, received a confirmation email but upon arriving I was simply told that it is not in their system? The cioppino I ordered has a lot of sand in their clams which r clearly not properly cleaned. When I reflected on the clam they simply said “sandy?” and didn’t even gave me a explanation or inform the kitchen. The waiter handed my check from BEHIND MY BACK. In addition the waitress spilled a significant amount of water on the table twice without saying anything. I ended up still giving a 20% tip since they did removed the sandy cioppino off my check but this is really my WORST fine dining experience ever! To the point that it is kind of funny, like a Dhar man episode of terrible customer service. And the food was as well incredibly mid."

"This was the first time that my fiancee and I visited Fairchild but it definitely won't be the last! Morgan offered impeccable service and he ensured that we had a wonderful and seamless dining experience. He was very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable about the menu and food. The food was absolutely delicious. For a starter, we had the hickory smoked sturgeon, which was beautifully presented and had great flavors from the sturgeon, radicchio, and creme fraiche. I ordered the New York strip, which was very tender and cooked perfectly and came with a piece of beef short rib that just melted in the mouth. The braised chestnuts had great flavor and wonderful texture as well. My fiancee ordered the riso nero which had lobster, scallop, shrimp, clam, and black rice in a rich, delicious broth. The combined flavor of the seafood with the broth was fantastic, and it came with a few slices of baguette which we happily enjoyed with the flavorful broth. For dessert, we opted for the pumpkin panna cotta - beautifully smooth and creamy with a delicate pumpkin flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. Overall, we had an incredible experience at Fairchild and we look forward to going back soon!"

"Take two James Beard award winning chefs, mix with an old school store front on Monroe Street in Madison, and fold in an ultra casual but totally layered menu featuring some of the most delicious food happening in Wisconsin right now and you get Fairchild. This place has it all! Not pretentious in any way, as you are immediately hit with a very chill and friendly vibe from the staff. Attentive, funny, and knowledgeable all come to mind when the service staff were around us. We weren't able to try everything on the menu, but I can not imagine anything off track from the stupendous selection we had. Deviled eggs: smooth, delectable, and so satisfying a bite. I challenge you to find better prepared deviled eggs in Wisconsin. Beef tartar, prepared with a potato pavé and bandaged aged cheddar... the pavé was still warm and just melted the cheddar when it mingled with the beef... utterly delightful. The Foie Gras had to be one of the best preparations we have ever had. Squash puree, coconut milk foam, and a mango sorbet? You wouldn't think in a million years these things belong together on a plate with Foie Gras, but they intermingle beautifully and elevate an already melt in your mouth bite. Agnolotti was one of my favorite plates of pasta I have ever had with butternut squash stuffed into bites of pasta and surrounded by bits of blue cheese, brown butter, and topped with hazelnuts. A-maz-ing! The Rainbow Trout en Croute was a favorite of my wife's. The combination of beet and mushroom earthiness with the sweetness of the trout made it an almost plate licking experience! Let's not forget about the sides, either. French Navy beans are perfectly cooked with a touch of sweetness from the leeks and acid from the vinaigrette. Wonderfully steaming hot creamed spinach that somehow did not lose its crunch as it sat in a pool of cream, shallots, and garlic. And roasted brussell sprouts with a bit of a kick from a chili aioli really paired well overall with our entrées. This is a must for any foodie as it can take you on a terrific food journey! Kudos to the entire staff for a memorable experience!"

"This was a really great experience, fine dining quality food in a more casual atmosphere. Our server was very friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the food. Out of all of the things we ordered, I would say that the stand-outs were the beef tartare, the sweet potato side, the monkfish, and the drink called 'shiso'. Those were all pretty special and definitely worth trying. The deviled eggs and the desserts were just fine, by no means bad, but I wouldn't order them again. This was a good place to celebrate a special occasion and I'd definitely come again!"

"The service was stellar. Our server Sophie was very professional, attentive, and friendly. My favorite dish was the carrots with hollandaise and sarvecchio. Nice unusual flavors. The room gets loud as it fills up. Very nice overall."