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Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro, Belleville, WI

Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro

4.8
4.8
958 Reviews
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro is located on the banks of the Sugar River in Paoli, WI. The Schoolhouse was built in 1864 and was converted into a restaurant in 2008. We pride ourselves in supporting local vendors and ingredients to bring you the best quality dishes.

Enjoy a meal in our beautiful bistro or on the deck/patio as weather permits. We have a great selection of wine, cocktails, and carry a variety of domestic and craft beers.

The Schoolhouse is also a great venue for small events - micro weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, baby showers, and any other celebrations!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, American, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (608) 848-6261
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Luis Garcia
  • Private party facilities
    We book private events tailored to your specific needs. Please call for details! 608-848-6261
  • Neighborhood
    Madison
  • Parking details
    Also Available Street Parking- No Cost Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Menu

    $120.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    4 courses at $120 per person - this price does not include tax, gratuity, or drinks.
    New Year's Eve Menu Photo

What 958 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Great for brunch

  • Madison

    Best Overall

  • Madison

    Best Food

  • Madison

    Best Service

  • Madison

    Best Ambiance

  • Madison

    Hot spot

  • Madison

    Neighborhood gem

  • Madison

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Madison

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food" and "great service." Visitors praise its charming atmosphere and creative menu, featuring standout dishes like Beef Wellington and Chilean sea bass. The friendly staff, including servers like Aiden and Forest, enhance the experience. A "hidden gem" in a historic setting.

958 Reviews
  1. Michelle

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wish I could have checked something less than outstanding for any of the questions, just so I could highlight how truly outstanding the service is. It's so obvious that this restaurant is well-managed. Pleasant, sincere staff who make you feel like the only people there, even when the house is full. Food is absolutely scrumptious and beautifully served. And it's all just so dang pretty. The right people got their hands on this beautiful building. Our group has decided to make this Sunday brunch a monthly outing.

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  2. Lyly

    Anchorage

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came in with reservations and was seated immediately. Shared the frites. They were excellent. Miss the shoestring. Prime rib hash had good size pieces of mushrooms for that umami taste. The potatoes were nice and crispy. Side salad was nice and bright. The kids loved their French toast and bacon. Good portion sizes. The Rolling Stop Omelet and biscuits and gravy were delicious. Can't wait to try more!

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  3. Aubree

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was the very best - made it a wonderful experience. Cocktails were great, steaks and Wellington was awesome. I didn’t love my lobster pasta dish - it was beautifully made but a spice in the sauce just didn’t suit me. Music was lovely. Can’t wait to come back.

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  4. Elizabeth

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A beautiful setting for a celebratory dinner. The waitstaff are amazing, the food delectable, and the cocktails superb. The seating was comfy, even for my husband, who recently had spinal surgery. The room was beautifully appointed and lit. We were in the room with music and a party of 8, yet still able to have an intimate dialogue. The Chilean sea bass was the best I’ve had. My husband enjoyed the seared pork chop. The menu had so many wonderful choices, I hope to return soon to sample them. Definitely a must go!

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  5. Susan

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were excellent. Nice cozy environment on a cold winter night. Background music was an added bonus. We will definitely be back.

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  6. Jeff

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience again. Been there twice and is now hands down my favorite restaurant in the Madison area

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  7. Beth

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat next to a larger party that was pretty loud. It was at times harder for us to hear each other. Otherwise, the food and service were fantastic as always.

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  8. Rachel

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great brunch. The staff was friendly and professional. They service was amazing. The space is lovely. The food was delicious. Everything our group ate was exceptional.

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  9. Lynn

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely ambience. Quiet and intimate. Delicious food at very reasonable prices. Attentive staff.

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  10. Dawn

    Milwaukee

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This fabulous restaurant never fails to exceed our expectations! We loved the delicious, high quality, creative food which is always beautifully presented. Even though it was a busy Saturday evening, our party of 5 enjoyed wonderful, attentive service and everything went smoothly. We have eaten here many times and are never disappointed in our selections. This time, we enjoyed fresh salads, a goat cheese appetizer and entrees of tenderloin, sea bass and mushroom risotto. We appreciate the attention to detail of the charming atmosphere, excellent music and nothing is lacking. The staff is amazing and Chef Luis is superb. Looking forward to our next visit already!

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FAQs

Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (608) 848-6261.

Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 958 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro

6857 Paoli Rd, Belleville, WI 53508

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Madison
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, American, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Also Available Street Parking- No Cost Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luis Garcia
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (608) 848-6261
  • Private party facilities
    We book private events tailored to your specific needs. Please call for details! 608-848-6261
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