"It's like going to church, or maybe Cheers. If you live in Madison, you WILL go to the Nautilus. It's town DNA stuff; after the movies, after shopping, after visiting Aunt Tillie, after anything, you hit the Nautilus. The food is varied and very good, but the Nautilus magnet is its stability; it's been there forever. Regulars have their own seating preferences and the staff knows just what it is, too. Do you like your eggs basted? They'll remember. Rye toast instead of white? If you forget to ask, they'll remind you. There are some special dishes, though, like bacon and eggs at all hours (it's a diner, remember Their chili is a treat, as is the Monte Cristo sandwich, the meat loaf...read more"
