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Sardine

French Restaurant and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Marquette, Madison
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    Matthew R.
    "Get the Red Derby cocktail."(2 Tips)
    Rob S.
    "Oysters and the house burger all day"(8 Tips)
    Jen H.
    "Great oysters, great mussels."(4 Tips)
    JH H.
    "Great view of the lake and so romantic for dates and anniversaries"(6 Tips)
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  • Jingyanheart icon on user image
    JingyanFebruary 28, 2016
    I personally would rate Sardine best of Madison, after been to close to 50 restaurants here. Everything we had was tasty, quality food.
  • Joanna M.heart icon on user image
    Joanna MerrillMarch 2, 2015
    Fantastic place for brunch. High quality, tasty, and creative food choices set in an inviting and trendy atmosphere. French themed bar options with a good selection of champagnes and gins.
  • Dani N.
    Dani NSeptember 12, 2013
    The oysters were a little bland, maybe a twist of lemon would've helped! The salmon was GREAT with the capers and spinach; just awesome!!! Nice location & nice to sit on patio if available.
  • Nick R.heart icon on user image
    Nick RoyJanuary 31, 2015
    Pork abd beans with the salmon at Sunday brunch are fantastic! Great bloody Mary's. All around best brunch I've found in Madison.
  • El S.
    El SoberanoAugust 25, 2013
    loved the energy and food was delicious! had oyster sampler which was great in August. fish was flavorful and well-cooked.
  • Brad S.heart icon on user image
    Brad StarksFebruary 3, 2013
    Tae by the front window is the best for brunch!! Dana is right! Nate is the man for drinks!! Mojitos here are great!!
  • Julie C.
    Julie ChampionMarch 19, 2015
    Side salad that comes with most brunch items is delicious and perfect with the rest of your meal.
  • Corey J.heart icon on user image
    Corey JacobApril 4, 2016
    Best Sunday brunch in Madison. All the classics done right with a lakefront view to match.
  • Clay K.heart icon on user image
    Clay KonnorJuly 5, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    The shrimp, bacon, crab called on the brunch menu are to die for!
  • Pamela D.
    Pamela DerbyJuly 6, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Lobster croquettes are divine. Braised beef is supreme comfort food.
  • Christian T.heart icon on user image
    Christian TafoyaFebruary 26, 2017
    Great variety of seafood on the menu. I recommend starting with some oysters.
  • Chanda L.heart icon on user image
    Chanda Lang HaldermanSeptember 19, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Scallop appetizer is yummy. Anchor Steam on tap. Also - Omelets and frites for brunch? Yes please.
  • Alexis B.
    Alexis BendjouiaMay 18, 2014
    Mussels are amazing. And the hazelnut dessert is unreal
  • Lysa G.
    Lysa GrantMarch 15, 2016
    Ask to sit outside on a nice evening. Very romantic.
  • Greg A.
    Greg AlfordFebruary 1, 2021
    When i visited the restaurant they were having a great outdoor seating arrangement and food was great.
  • Joseph H.
    Joseph HouseJuly 6, 2013
    Amazing place! Get the red derby. Almost immediate seating
  • Tony T.
    Tony TandeskiMay 12, 2011
    Great atmosphere right by the lake with great service. Stop by for brunch on the weekend. In a word amazing. Top it off with a mimosa.
  • Justin F.
    Justin FrederickMay 25, 2013
    So good! Great view of lake! Food is worth the wait! Happy hour is fantastic!
  • JH H.heart icon on user image
    JH H-DOctober 10, 2015
    Great view of the lake and so romantic for dates and anniversaries
  • Jennica S.heart icon on user image
    Jennica SteinMarch 7, 2013
    I've eaten here before, absolutely an awesome place to dine
  • Anna P.
    Anna PetersonDecember 28, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    The baked creamed eggs are phenomenal! It's almost like a quiche but instead of a crust, they use prosciutto.
  • Jason O.
    Jason OliverMay 14, 2012
    Try the chocolate chip cookie - Was yummy. Get without mint, unless you like mint!
  • Dmitriy S.heart icon on user image
    Dmitriy SandlerAugust 16, 2014
    Spinach omelette and buckwheat pancakes are amazing!
  • Corey J.heart icon on user image
    Corey JacobAugust 16, 2014
    Theres no better place to have the perfect brunch in madison then at Sardine.
  • Christopher
    ChristopherJune 23, 2014
    The goat cheese, duck, and chocolate ganache won over my mouth and stomach.
  • Erik S.heart icon on user image
    Erik SkurkaNovember 10, 2018
    Great burger and great sevice
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    MichaelDecember 20, 2013
    It's all good, but the steamed muscles are amazing.
  • Kate F.
    Kate FurmanJuly 6, 2016
    Half price oysters 4-6 pm M-F
  • Carl D.heart icon on user image
    Carl DirksSeptember 3, 2015
    Monkfish was great, great atmosphere
  • Rob S.heart icon on user image
    Rob SanheimApril 10
    Been here 5+ times
    Oysters and the house burger all day
  • Matthew R.
    Matthew RathboneAugust 29, 2014
    Get the Red Derby cocktail. Delicious.
  • Brian E.
    Brian EllisonFebruary 12, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Have Nathan make you a Last Word Cocktail- equal parts Death's Door Gin, lime juice, Maraschino, Green Chartreuse. Be sure to have a designated driver. Read more
  • Paul L.heart icon on user image
    Paul LaneNovember 19, 2021
    Been here 10+ times
    Everything is fabulous. No wrong choices.
  • Paul B.
    Paul BakerOctober 5, 2010
    Great service, wonderful food. Try to get a window seat for a lake view!
  • Katie
    KatieApril 21, 2014
    Excellent view. Lovely bloody nary
  • Wesley V.
    Wesley VerhoeveAugust 7, 2014
    This oyster barely fit in my mouth
  • Bill Brasky
    Bill BraskyApril 14, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Weekend brunch is tasty and the bar provides ample comfort for your Scotch imbued brain.
  • AB M.
    AB MannJuly 16, 2013
    The Bloody Mary is the bomb at brunch.
  • Julie M.heart icon on user image
    Julie McHughApril 25, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Happy hour oysters. Great deal.
  • Rebecca L.
    Rebecca LinJune 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    They make a fantastic salty dog
  • Terrence
    TerrenceAugust 8, 2011
    sit on the patio and enjoy a nice view of the parking lot
  • Molly B.
    Molly BeranJuly 29, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the bistro hot dog. You won't be sorry.
  • Sara N.
    Sara NettesheimJuly 17, 2013
    The mussels are delicious!
  • Melissa
    MelissaSeptember 29, 2010
    love weekend brunch, tasty frites, crispin on tap!!!!
  • Wesley V.
    Wesley VerhoeveAugust 7, 2014
    Oeufs mayonnaise mmmmmm
  • Thomas H.
    Thomas HoutingNovember 15, 2014
    Mimosas and bloody marys!
  • Dan M.heart icon on user image
    Dan MillerJanuary 1, 2013
    Excellent New Years Eve 4 course dinner.
  • Adam B.
    Adam BSeptember 16, 2012
    The hosts always seem like snotty "witches" with a b ;)
  • Amy R.heart icon on user image
    Amy RobertsonApril 30, 2016
    Dinner is better than brunch
  • Ken S.
    Ken SolivaNovember 14, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the freshly squeezed orange juice and the grilled pork sausages.
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