Madam Eatery & Juke Joint

Maribeth Tolson, the owner of downtown dive Ole Hooker’s and the beloved former bar/restaurant Mia’s, recently opened a new bar and restaurant at the corner of Limestone and Vine, in the spot formerly occupied by Habanero Loko. The Madam is a relaxed, casual setting – ”like hanging out in your eclectic friend’s living room,” according to bartender Cara Larkin. Its kitchen is open late and will even deliver to nearby bars. Tolson said the menu will be familiar to former Mia’s patrons – Sunday brunch with special Benedicts, the “Hillbilly Brown” (biscuits, gravy, fried eggs and cheddar cheese, topped with bacon), and daily dessert specials (triple chocolate chunk brownie milkshake is a recent example). Outdoor seating and live music are coming this spring, but in the meantime, karaoke fans can get their fix every Monday at 10 p.m.