Real Italian dining in Madison with bold flavors, a warm ambiance, and dishes worth the wait.
Lombardino's Restaurant in Madison offers real Italian cuisine in a warm, inviting setting. Diners praise delicious pizzas and pastas, with standout dishes like beef short rib, polenta, tagliatelle with truffled mushroom, and tiramisu. Expect waits on busy evenings, but bar seating and being called when a table is ready ease the experience. Local ingredients and friendly service contribute to a memorable dining night.
2500 University Ave, Madison, WI 53705, USA
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Enjoy classic dishes like tagliatelle with truffled mushroom, beef short rib, and homemade pasta made with fresh, local ingredients.
Savor delicious, handcrafted pizzas perfect for sharing or as a personal meal, featuring traditional and innovative toppings.
Start with warm bread and olive oil or dates and meatballs, and end with must-try tiramisu for a complete dining experience.
Relax at our bar with a selection of drinks while you wait for a table, offering a cozy spot to unwind.
Ideal for gatherings, with a friendly atmosphere and attentive service to make any event memorable.
Overall rating
Eleanor
Delicious food and great atmosphere! Both pizzas and pasta are yummy. Pizzas are personal size, but could be shared between 2 people especially with appetizers. Be prepared for a wait even on weeknights, but you can sit at the bar or have them call you once your table is ready. The wait is worth it!
J.A. Whittler
We had a really great time here at Lombardino's restaurant! Excellent food and ambiance. Our server was a pleasant young man. He was very helpful. We definitely recommend this place to anyone who enjoys real Italian cuisine. We will go back again!
Brian Bex
As close as it gets to real italian food. Pizza was outstanding. The dates and meatballs were simply amazing. Everyone so friendly and welcoming too!
Nayoung Lee
45mins wait on a normal Thursday evening (arrived around 5:30) Great great food! The starter bread was warm and the olive oil had a nice nutty and peppery aftertaste. We got the beef short rib which was very soft and the polenta which was served together was delicious as well. The tagliatelle with truffled mushroom was also great. Strongly recommend trying out their tiramisu!!!
Wendy Kirkpatrick
The food here is amazing. Local ingredients expertly prepared into modern Italian classics. Prepare to wait at a crowded bar with too few bartenders to provide attentive service. But the wait is worth it for the food. I don’t even like Italian food that much! The mushroom ragu was amazing. The kitchy atmosphere is fun. The service at tables is excellent.
