BelAir Cantina Madison

Elaina Genthe

We came with low expectations because all other Capitol restaurants had a long wait time except this one. We were able to be seated outside within 5 minutes. Interior decor and cleanliness could use some work. Our server was amazing! Margarita was good but a little too sweet. Food was better than we expected. Definitely pay the $2 for the chips and salsa. It’s worth it! The soy chorizo vegan tacos were pretty good but missing the crunch of the fried potatoes. Also - staff should be trained that if someone orders the one vegan taco option that they DON’T want the pinto beans that contain animal fat. Always offer them black beans instead. Churros were ok, not worth the price and for some reason took 20 minutes to make? Server said a cook left and the ticket got missed and they were removed from our bill fortunately. I would come back on another spontaneous night out without a reservation.

John Matsen

Everything was delicious but the chips and queso was the most incredible I’ve ever had! I also got the Korean Inspired Beef Bowl which was pretty good. The meat melted in your mouth and had great flavor but the rest of the bowl was pretty ordinary. I’m definitely going back but I’m excited to try other things on the menu.

Winnie Jan

The place is too loud for casual table talk and the waiting staff are slow and distracted. We waited at least 10 minutes to be asked about drinks and appetizers, which came piece by piece leaving most of the table waiting. It took about an hour after that for our main courses to arrive. The dishes were incredibly mediocre and we were bored and finished with the atmosphere long before anyone had cleared their plate. I would recommend taking your friends and family elsewhere. At least until the staff here have a serious meeting about efficiency and service.

Ashley Kanitz

Absolutely terrible. 10 employees having drinks made for them by the bartender. We are the only customers at the bar-have a bottle in the cage and getting absolutely NO service. Three people standing at the host station with no service as the employees giggle. Sydney (sp) has been great-deserves a raise.