Seasonal small plates & house-baked goods in a charming greenhouse setting; praised for 'insane' mussel toast & standout Caesar salad.
Willa Moore reviews Cafe Mado, a Prospect Heights spot offering a fresh take on small plates in a unique greenhouse setting, highlighting seasonal dishes and house-baked goods.
This Prospect Heights spot is a versatile all-day cafe that transitions seamlessly from a lively daytime hub to a refined evening dining destination. Known for its vegetable-forward menu and enchanting greenhouse-like atmosphere, it offers seasonal small plates and house-baked goods. Standout dishes include a memorable mussel toast, a praised Caesar salad, and the delicious mortadella sandwich, 'The Tony.'
Cafe Mado offers a fresh, vegetable-forward menu with seasonal small plates, praised for its inventive use of ingredients. Recommended dishes include the 'INSANE' mussel toast, a flavorful Caesar salad, and the mortadella sandwich called 'The Tony.' The bread and pastries from their bakery are also highly regarded.
"The mussel toast is described as 'INSANE,' and the Caesar salad is highly praised for its presentation and flavor. 'The Tony' mortadella sandwich is also a recommended and delicious option."
Customers generally have a positive view of Cafe Mado, frequently recommending it for its unique contemporary American cuisine and pleasant atmosphere. Specific dishes like the mussel toast and Caesar salad have garnered significant praise.
"Cafe Mado in Brooklyn is a place the user really likes."
Positive"The Tony sandwich at Cafe Mado in Prospect Heights is described as insanely delicious."
Positive"The user clarifies that they want to indulge in unhealthy food choices when asking for recommendations for the salad."
Positive"The user expresses that they are thinking about the Caesar salad from Cafe Mado non-stop and recommends trying it."
Positive"The user is looking for restaurants with Caesar salads similar to Cafe Mado's presentation and preparation."
Positive"The user expresses that the Caesar salad from Cafe Mado is very flavorful with interesting flavors like anchovy and a great texture."
Positive"Responding to a suggestion, the user expresses interest in trying it and thanks the commenter."
Positive"The original poster loves the presentation and how Cafe Mado prepares their Caesar salad, seeking similar restaurants."
Positive"This comment is a reference to the Dagobah system from Star Wars, describing the appearance of the Caesar salad."
Neutral"Cafe Mado was suggested as a potential restaurant for a birthday dinner, aligning with the user's request for a lively spot in NYC."
Neutral"Cafe Mado is simply listed as a go-to breakfast spot."
Neutral"A user states that Cafe Mado, described as the new iteration of Oxalis, is quite good, though a little more casual."
Positive"User praised Cafe Mado for its really nice lunch, describing it as simple but perfectly executed."
Positive"User recommended Cafe Mado as top-notch, alongside Place des Fetes and Laurel Bakery."
Positive"The author recommends Cafe Mado as a restaurant fitting a request for unique contemporary, modern American, or eclectic dining experiences in NYC."
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