A chic, cedar-walled gem with vaulted ceilings, serving up modern Mediterranean dishes and inventive cocktails, perfect for dates or gatherings.
"Perhaps better known for its cocktails, this University Heights bar and restaurant also boasts a great selection of natural wine that are all clearly marked on their menu. Get your hands on anything Bichi makes if you can." - Jill Dehnert, Candice Woo
"Madison Locals flock to this restaurant and bar in lively University Heights for innovative cocktails and award-winning design. (The midcentury–inspired design of the 3,000-square-foot space, with an impressive vaulted ceiling and cedar walls decorated with colorful geometric patterns, won an Orchid Award from the San DiegoArchitectural Foundation in 2016.) The Cali-Med menu features simple, well-executed dishes such as a watermelon salad with grilled halloumi cheese and a bone-in pork chop served with broccoli rabe. The bar program shines with a wide selection ofnatural wines and creative cocktails like the Jumping Cholla with mezcal, pineapple, lime, egg-white foam, and Hawaiian black lava salt. Madison’s owner Jeffrey Fink also runs M-Theory Music so the restaurant’s soundtrack is always on point and an artwork strung across the dining room archway is inspired by guitar strings."
"Street-side patio dining is available at Madison on Park, which is offering a Valentine’s Day brunch special from 9:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., while dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The restaurant recommends making reservations for dine-in, but takeout and delivery will also still be available." - Grace Cassidy
"The cozy neighborhood lounge is currently offering several festive holiday drinks for takeout Tuesday through Sunday from 5pm to 9:30pm. The menu includes staples like the Madison Old Fashioned with 1776 Rye Bourbon, pecan wood smoked maple syrup, and cherry bark vanilla bitters and their take on a Carajillo, made with Licor 43, espresso, and orange peel. Orders can be picked up from the restaurant or placed via Postmates and DoorDash for delivery." - Kelly Bone
"Along with food, Madison on Park added their natural wine list plus cocktails—like their You & Yours London dry gin based Negroni—to their to-go menu. Call ahead for pick up or order delivery through Postmates and DoorDash. Open Tuesday - Sunday." - Kelly Bone