MAD

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   warren

   Houston

   15 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is just an all around great restaurant. My partner and I have been there three times now and everything we’ve tried is amazing. We had the duck/apricot paella the last time and it was an amazing dish. Frankly, it’s equal to or better than the paella I’ve had in Spain. The grilled shrimp appetizer was also incredible. The shrimp was more consistent with langostines so that was a real bonus! The waiters are great, especially Cameron, so there had never been an issue. The last time I rated it, I dinged them a little for their very un-Houston like dress code (men can’t wear shorts no matter how nice but women could waltz around with their b~tts and b@@bs hanging out), but men can now wear nice shorts with the relaxed dress code. Thank goodness because now I’ve been there three times in two weeks…. It’s a must try restaurant
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Baton Rouge

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Truly an amazing dining experience. We did the astronaut special - the waiter picks all the food. It’s really a fun experience.
   

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   Elizabeth

   Washington DC

   68 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   68 reviews

   Dined on November 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is one of the best and most innovative restaurants I’ve eaten at in Houston. The food was delicious. Our server Erik was amazing. Excellent cocktails. Thank you to MAD! We left very HAPPY.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Chicago

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 14, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Excellent cocktails, starters and entrees! Service was attentive and timely!
   

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   Christopher

   Atlanta Metro

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on November 13, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Experiencing the 12-course meal at MAD was extraordinary. From the moment we were seated, the service was impeccable, with each course presented cleanly and described with expertise and passion. The staff was attentive, anticipating every need while allowing us to fully savor each dish. Each course offered a balance of flavors, crafted with precision, and presented as true culinary art. The progression from one dish to the next felt seamless, each course adding depth to the overall experience. The pacing was impeccable, giving us ample time to appreciate each creation without feeling rushed and enjoy conversation. MAD delivered a dining experience that was not only a feast for the senses but also a showcase of exceptional service. While we were unable to get a reservation at BCN taste tonight (because they were closed celebrating their Michelin star). MAD was more like an upstart younger sibling rivaling to overtake the former rather than a second choice. MAD provided a meal that left a lasting impression—an elegant, immersive journey that defines fine dining at its best.
   

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   Samantha

   San Antonio

   2 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 12, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What an amazing birthday dinner! It is definitely a vibe, and a great experience. The food is amazing, the server and staff made sure that we were taken care of! Will definitely be back
   

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   Peggy

   Houston

   23 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined on November 12, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A wonderful experience! Food was amazing, server was so friendly and helpful. Everything was perfect. Love the vibe and decor as well. Definitely a splurge $$$ from our regular dining budget but worth it! Will definitely go back!
   

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   Amanda

   Seattle

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 11, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   This is my second time going to MAD. The first time we were blown away, talk about it often with friends. Which is why when we had family come visit we had to take them. We had the astronaut experience, every single corse was rushed and piled of top of each other. The weight staff didn’t take their time to explain it. They didn’t ask us about drinks or try to explain any drinks to us. The food this time was okay, I wasn’t blown away. Which is unfortunate because the first time I definitely was.
   

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   Leticia

   Houston

   11 reviews

   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on November 10, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a wonderful time celebrating my birthday. We were even given a tour of the restaurant that included several of Picasso's original art.
   

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    Mayte

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2

    My boyfriend and I had reservations here for indoor dining room, standard table at 9pm. Arrived 30min early and we were willing to wait for a table. They sat as down immediately but it was not the table I reserved for. I asked kindly to move to a standard table that was available instead of a high top. The hosts told us no because that table was reserved already. I told her I originally booked a standard table not a high top and she came back to tell me I didn’t reserve a standard table. I had to get up and show her the email where I did book a standard table. She then told me both standard and high top were the same thing and it didn’t matter what I reserved. At this point the host was getting upset that I was proving her wrong and she didn’t know what else to say to me. I was so upset that she tried to lie to me about my reservation. A different host then offered we sat and had a drink while a table we reserved for became available and we would be seated by 9:15. I told her that was fine and we could wait. While waiting another group of 2 asked to sit at the table we requested to be moved to as soon as we got there and they moved them when they had already told us that table was taken. We weren’t seated at our reserved table for 9pm until 10pm. The service here is horrible and the communication was poor. I do want to say we were the youngest group there and the staff did not prioritize us.
    

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