I'll continue my series of unusual things with a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience.
Sighting #5: Ella's Deli
I've lived in Madison for a year and a half, and I can't believe it took me this long to blog about
Ella's Deli. Opening on E. Washington Avenue in 1976, it is, to say the least, quite the spectacle. Decorated in a lively mix of vintage toys and interactive displays, the atmosphere is whimsical and full of life: definitely more than just a place to grab a bite. Classic cartoons soar across the ceilings, lighted wall displays blink in bright colors, and the tables are equipped with nostalgic activities (magnetic mustache drawing or pushing a button to activate a train, for example). The carousel outside is the icing on the cake, making the magical world of Ella's Deli a place where kids (and kids at heart) keep coming back.
Since the majority of the displays are constantly in motion, lighting up, or both, it's a tad difficult to photograph, but I did my best to document this rare kitschy gem:
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| Flying Mighty Mouse. |
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| Polar bears surrounding the ice cream menu. |
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| Magnetic drawing table. |
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| Flying Popeye. |
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| Flying Superman. |
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| A lil' band playing a tune. |
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And just to prove that Ella's Deli in fact serves food,
here are the fried pickles (recommended by my coworker, Libby). |
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