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[Madison] 🇼đŸ‡č Fratelli's Trattoria

A Solid Madison Italian Spot: Fried Calamari Wins, Pasta Delivers (Tiramisu? Skip It!) 🍝 This Italian restaurant in Madison checks most boxes—great apps, reliable pasta, and friendly service. While a few dishes didn’t wow, it’s still a spot I’d recommend, especially if you’re craving classic Italian flavors. Here’s the breakdown: đŸ€ Appetizer: Fried Calamari – Hard to Mess Up (And They Nailed It!) I went straight for the fried calamari, and let’s be real—this dish is rarely bad
 but they made it good. Crispy, light coating (no thick, doughy batter!), tender squid, and a zesty dipping sauce that complemented it perfectly. It’s a safe pick, but sometimes safe is exactly what you want to start a meal—total crowd-pleaser 😋. 🍝 Main Courses: Pasta Shines, Lamb Chops Are Tasty (But Salty) Regular Fettuccini (P1) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The server mentioned most Chinese customers order the squid ink fettuccini, but I skipped it (not a fan of mussels) and went for the regular version. He warned it was spicy—turns out, I tasted zero heat! The seasoning was pretty standard (nothing super unique compared to other spots), but the seafood inside? Top-tier. The scallops were plump and sweet, the shrimp juicy—they really didn’t skimp on quality here. If you stick to pasta (and pick your favorite noodle type), you can’t go wrong. Lamb Chops (Friend’s Order) ⭐⭐⭐ My friend loved the lamb chops’ flavor—well-seasoned with warm spices that made the meat taste rich. The only downside? It was a little too salty. If you don’t mind bold, salty flavors, you’ll enjoy it; if you prefer milder tastes, maybe ask for less salt. 🍰 Dessert: Tiramisu – Predictably Disappointing We went with tiramisu for dessert, and
 it was just okay. Nothing terrible, but nothing memorable either—soggy ladyfingers, too much cream, and not enough coffee or cocoa flavor. It’s the kind of tiramisu that makes you think, “I could’ve made this better at home.” Save room for gelato elsewhere, or skip dessert altogether! 📌 Final Thought: Worth a Visit for Pasta & Calamari Overall, this is a solid choice for Italian food in Madison. Stick to the fried calamari and pasta (pick your favorite noodle—they’re all reliable), and you’ll leave full and happy. Just steer clear of the tiramisu! #ItalianFood #HiddenGemRestaurant #UniversityOfWisconsinMadison #NorthAmericanLife

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[Madison] 🇼đŸ‡č Fratelli's Trattoria

A Solid Madison Italian Spot: Fried Calamari Wins, Pasta Delivers (Tiramisu? Skip It!) 🍝 This Italian restaurant in Madison checks most boxes—great apps, reliable pasta, and friendly service. While a few dishes didn’t wow, it’s still a spot I’d recommend, especially if you’re craving classic Italian flavors. Here’s the breakdown: đŸ€ Appetizer: Fried Calamari – Hard to Mess Up (And They Nailed It!) I went straight for the fried calamari, and let’s be real—this dish is rarely bad
 but they made it good. Crispy, light coating (no thick, doughy batter!), tender squid, and a zesty dipping sauce that complemented it perfectly. It’s a safe pick, but sometimes safe is exactly what you want to start a meal—total crowd-pleaser 😋. 🍝 Main Courses: Pasta Shines, Lamb Chops Are Tasty (But Salty) Regular Fettuccini (P1) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The server mentioned most Chinese customers order the squid ink fettuccini, but I skipped it (not a fan of mussels) and went for the regular version. He warned it was spicy—turns out, I tasted zero heat! The seasoning was pretty standard (nothing super unique compared to other spots), but the seafood inside? Top-tier. The scallops were plump and sweet, the shrimp juicy—they really didn’t skimp on quality here. If you stick to pasta (and pick your favorite noodle type), you can’t go wrong. Lamb Chops (Friend’s Order) ⭐⭐⭐ My friend loved the lamb chops’ flavor—well-seasoned with warm spices that made the meat taste rich. The only downside? It was a little too salty. If you don’t mind bold, salty flavors, you’ll enjoy it; if you prefer milder tastes, maybe ask for less salt. 🍰 Dessert: Tiramisu – Predictably Disappointing We went with tiramisu for dessert, and
 it was just okay. Nothing terrible, but nothing memorable either—soggy ladyfingers, too much cream, and not enough coffee or cocoa flavor. It’s the kind of tiramisu that makes you think, “I could’ve made this better at home.” Save room for gelato elsewhere, or skip dessert altogether! 📌 Final Thought: Worth a Visit for Pasta & Calamari Overall, this is a solid choice for Italian food in Madison. Stick to the fried calamari and pasta (pick your favorite noodle—they’re all reliable), and you’ll leave full and happy. Just steer clear of the tiramisu! #ItalianFood #HiddenGemRestaurant #UniversityOfWisconsinMadison #NorthAmericanLife

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