Osteria Papavero: Fresh pasta and a daily rotating Italian menu in Madison.
Osteria Papavero offers fresh Italian cuisine in Madison with a daily rotating menu. Guests praise the fresh pasta—Cinghiale pasta and al dente pappardelle—and dishes like sea trout, plus game meats such as wild boar, antelope, and camel. Desserts include Budino di Caramello, ricotta cake, and crostata; negronis are also highlighted. Reservations are advised as it stays lively.
128 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
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Fresh, seasonal dishes including handmade pasta, game meats, and seafood with a focus on authentic flavors.
Artisanal pasta cooked al dente, featuring options like pappardelle with wild boar or sausage.
Unique offerings such as wild boar, antelope, and camel, prepared with rich, savory techniques.
Expertly crafted drinks including Negronis and a curated wine list to complement your meal.
Homemade desserts like Budino di Caramello, ricotta cake, and crostata for a sweet finish.
Easy booking options to secure your table in advance, recommended due to high demand.
Overall rating
Steven Weisman
Osteria killed It tonight. Last night of restaurant week. The soup was phenomenal. The zuppetta was outstanding. We both had the sea trout, which was perfectly prepared over a bed of fantastic caponata. The negronis were the best in Madison. The deserts were also perfect: the ricotta cake and the crostata. Perfect meal. Thanks.
B.
This place is hands down the best spot for Italian game meat. I’ve tried their wild boar, antelope, and even camel here. I’m really hoping to get a chance to try their beef too.
Young Guen Lim
The appetizers were excellent, and the pasta dishes were pretty good as well. If you’re near the Capitol, it’s worth stopping by, but I wouldn’t go out of my way just to visit. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was fairly average, and the music was a bit loud. The prices weren’t particularly cheap, but not overly expensive either.
Earl Go-Aco
I recommend making a reservation since it gets busy even on a weekday. Arrived at 6:30pm for dinner. Ordered the Cinghiale pasta. The meat was firm and rich in flavour and the pappardelle was cooked al dente. For dessert, we ordered the Budino di Caramello. I did not have high expectations for the dish but was pleasantly surprised - sweet, buttery, and simply delicious.
Felicia Chang
One of my favorite Italian restaurants in Madison, with a daily rotating menu. We sat at the high top and had a nice open window view. My favorite was the pasta — extremely fresh and the sausage was cooked perfectly. Great place for fresh Italian food and rich but not heavy flavors.
