Palette Bar & Grill – American
Palette Bar & Grill invites guests into a vibrant space where the morning air is thick with the comforting aroma of griddled French toast and savory Southern biscuits smothered in rich, peppery gravy. The kitchen artfully balances wholesome freshness with indulgent comfort, serving up everything from jewel-toned acai bowls and creamy avocado toast to the smoky, melt-in-your-mouth richness of BBQ pork belly sliders. Whether you are kickstarting the day with a zesty breakfast burrito or sharing a plate of golden, hand-breaded cheese curds, every dish is a colorful celebration of bold flavors and relaxed neighborhood charm.
East Washington Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin 53703 https://www.palettegrill.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its tender dishes and generous portions, guests consistently praise the intimate setting that creates a memorable atmosphere for any occasion. Reviewers highlight the attentive and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff’s expertise and warm hospitality make every visit feel special.
Menu
Breakfast
- Classic Breakfast - $16: Two local eggs your way, choice of breakfast meat, hash browns or breakfast potatoes, white or wheat toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $13: Sourdough or english muffin, scrambled local eggs, choice of meat, WI cheddar, chipotle aioli, breakfast potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Acai Bowl Parfait - $15: Acai puree, granola, berries, kiwi, mango, coconut flakes, local honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegetarian Scramble - $13: Scrambled local eggs, WI cheddar cheese, local mushrooms, kale, red bell peppers, radish microgreens, white or wheat toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Señor Bucky Burrito - $15: Scrambled local eggs, chorizo, oaxaca, pico de gallo, flour tortilla, breakfast potatoes, salsa verde Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $13: Sourdough, avocado smash, shaved radish, pickled red onion, local microgreens, olive oil everything bagel seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Southern Biscuits & Gravy - $17: XL butter biscuit, cream gravy with local pork sausage, two local eggs your way Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast - $14: Seasonal berries, WI maple syrup, pastry cream, bacon Available at: breakfast, brunch
Starters
- Hand-Breaded Cheese Curds - $15: Lightly battered WI white cheddar curds, ranch and tiger sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Pork Belly Sliders - $18: Charred pork belly, sweet BBQ, horseradish slaw, dill pickles, mini WI pretzel buns Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loaded Steakhouse Fries - $18: Crispy potato wedges, Nueske's bacon, 1yr aged WI cheddar, chives, garlic butter, sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Flatbread - $12: Smoked shiitake, koji cream, micro-radish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses & Handhelds
- Wisco Burger - $14: 1/4lb midwest beef, 1yr aged WI cheddar, Nueske's bacon and onion jam, frisee, fresh WI brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich - $13: Spicy fried chicken breast, kimchi slaw, avocado, spicy mayo, fresh WI brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- XXL Bratwurst - $11: 1/2lb house-made pork bratwurst, whole grain mustard, sauerkraut, fresh WI pretzel bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon Sandwich - $17: Atlantic salmon, remoulade, lettuce, boiled egg, crispy salmon skin, fresh WI brioche bun Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Relleno Melt - $11: Roasted poblanos, oaxaca cheese, salsa roja, fresh WI sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fries - $5: Lightly breaded, served with ketchup and beer cheddar fondue Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Kale Caesar Salad - $6: Tuscan kale, radicchio, buttered croutons, romano, house anchovy caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roth Sunset Mac - $7: Cavatappi, blend of roth cheeses, toasted breadcrumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Bacon - $6.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sausage Patties - $5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Turkey Bacon - $4.5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- One Egg Your Way - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- White or Wheat Toast - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Toasted English Muffin - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Potatoes - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Hash Browns - $3.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fruit Cup - $4.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Chef's Pastries - $5 Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Juices - $4: Apple or Cranberry
- Fresh Pressed Orange Juice - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cucumber Pineapple Mint Juice - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Assorted Tea - $3.5
- Hot Chocolate - $3
- Espresso - $3
- Cappuccino - $5
- Smoothies - $6.5: Peach & banana, berry blend, or banana & oat milk
- Clean Slate Cocktail - $7: Lemon, apricot, raspberry powder Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Water Color - $8: Key lime margarita, clarified Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- The 75 (colorized) - $7: Cranberry, gin, bubbles Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cayenne Constructivist - $7: Semi-spicy white Russian featuring peanut butter fat-washed chocolate liquor Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- WI Tap Beer - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
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