36 Best Bars near Madison

“Always speedy and friendly service with exceptionally good food! The atmosphere is awesome—especially the upstairs! 10/10 and will continue to patronize this restaurant!“

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Old Black Bear Brewing Company in Madison, AL, is an absolute gem that combines exceptional food, welcoming service, and a warm atmosphere. From the moment you step in, you’re greeted by the friendly faces of Jason A, Anna, Kai, Jason D, Sara, Steve, Finley, and Marin, who go above and beyond to make every guest feel at home.

The menu offers a diverse selection of dishes, ensuring there’s something for everyone. A standout feature is their use of beef tallow to fry their French fries, resulting in an unparalleled flavor and crispiness that elevates this classic side to new heights. This attention to detail in their cooking methods showcases their commitment to quality and authenticity.

Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Old Black Bear Brewing Company is a must-visit destination that consistently delivers outstanding food and exceptional service.“

“A great place to hang out with friends“

“The new owners atTHE STATION are super nice......THEY HAVE HOSTED TWO BIRTHDAY PARTIES FOR MY FRIENDS....MIKE (one of the owners) is A badass on theBBQ and SMOKER!The food here is SO GOOD!It was a GREAT TIME!!!!!The BAND WAS AWESOME!!!!THEY HAVE KARAOKE??In a smoke-free room!!The outside bar isSuper NICE!!!!IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A GOOD TIME WITH AWESOME BARTENDERS AND DOWN HOME PEOPLE, THIS IS THE PLACE TO COME TO!!!!“

“This is the perfect place to wind down after work or on a day off. It’s great for meet-ups (there’s already been multiple book clubs, estate planning groups, young professionals gatherings, etc). The new owner (Lauren) is also incredibly passionate about supporting the community and has been involved in several charity events. The beer and wine selection is constantly growing.“

“The food is fantastic. I would recommend this place to everyone!“

“I really enjoy the great family atmosphere , delicious food and fast service at this location near the Walmart on Madison Blvd. This restaurant is under new management and new ownership and I love all the things they have done to make it a new and impressive location. This is definitely a spot for dinner you want to try! Thanks for the great meal tonight and we will be back soon. 🙌“

“Excellent service, friendly environment“

“You would drive right past, if you didn’t know it was here. But, OMG……STOP AND GO IN! The selection is SECOND TO NONE! Great food and service! Please…..make time to come check it out!“

“Such a clean environment, the bartenders are super friendly and the games are so cool! 10/10 recommend! It was so worth it and so fun! I definitely will be coming back here!“

“Visited for dinner me and the wife. I had a 10pc wing and fries Honey Garlic. My wife had the 5 PC Lemon Pepper with fries. Wings were crispy and favorable. The service was great. Didn't have to wait all day. Just sat back ate good and listened to grown folks music. I give it a 9 of 10 only because they don't do Celery. But I highly recommend“

“Food is banging tonight was my first time ever going me and the hubby and I had an awesome time the bartender was amazing and she’s gorgeous I can’t remember her name but she had braids and wore glasses of u see this thank u for making my first time there awesome, I needed this so bad my brother just passed and mind was going crazy. So thank u I appreciate it.“

“Beautiful location inside the stovehouse campus. Great dance floor, great event lighting, it's just a clean , fun place to be“

“Beautiful venue! Kaitlyn was very accommodating.“

“It was fine. Not overly attentive or chatty service (would have been nice to get some color commentary on the cocktail menu but got vague responses of “it’s good”) but I liked the drink I got. Awkward seating options inside with a banquet under a large tv so you could easily look at it.“

“This place will always have a special place in my heart. My friends and I found it on Jan 6 (yeah, that one) while scouting for apartments for our friend Dave who was moving from Iowa to Huntsville. An experience in an experience and then that experience got drunk. Great time. Over the years, I went down to visit several times and was always welcomed while Dave was a frequent visitor. We were always greeted warmly and it seems Dave and the owner developed a sincere friendship over their chats. I doubt I ever get back down to Huntsville now that Dave is gone but you never know. And if I do, I’ll be sure to stop by and say hello to Shelly. 💚“

“One of the best run bars in town! Great food options that cater to not only the Irish tradition, but good quality bar food options outside of that! Amazing events happening about every week!:) also very much a safe space . Would highly recommend .“

“Best drunken noodles I’ve ever had, and amazing service!“

“Lone Goose is my favorite bar! My friends and I call it our "safe bar" because the environment really does just feel very safe, not too wild, and has a decent crowd.

We love that there is outdoor seating in addition to the inside space, you can play music over the speakers like in most bars, and karaoke is hosted every Wednesday!

There's also a pool table, very friendly bartenders, and surprisingly affordable drinks. Something else that's a plus, in my personal opinion, is that it doesn't smell like smoke in there! Smoking is only allowed outside.

I love this place, and I'd always suggest it to anyone!“

“Absolutely love Fat Tuesdays. The only complaint about the Fat Tuesday's in Huntsville is it was lacking on flavors. I've been to other Fat Tuesday's and they all seemed to have more options/flavors. But will definitely be returning when visiting Huntsville.“

“There is something for everyone here: breweries, restaurants, pool tables, local art galleries, a tattoo parlor, an axe throwing range, and even a concert venue. The nightlife only enhances the atmosphere. Appeals to adults from all walks of life.“

“Never disappoints! I have been going here for years. Last time in I ordered the red beans and rice. The smoked sausage had a little too much smoke for my liking but still an 8 out of 10. My daughter had the fried shrimp. It’s by far the best fried shrimp I’ve ever had in Huntsville or the surrounding area. Every side dish is always on point. I highly recommend this place! The food is only second to the service we always receive here! 5 stars!“

“5 stars, Great bands, great selection of food and drink, great crowd, great people, the owners care very much, Great bar, highly recommended ��“

“The smell of bleach was beautiful to my sense of smell. It’s so clean and beautiful that I have been just relaxing.“

“LaCresia was a great hostess, Food was amazing, service was great. Would definitely recommend Mississippi Pot Roast 💯 Bread Pudding 💯“

“me and a few of my friends went here Saturday night. We really enjoyed ourselves. I can honestly say one of the best drinks I ever had. Looking for alittle down time and want to sing and dance definitely a great place for that. We all will definitely be back!! Ps.... The Dj is awesome here!!!“

“Came here after having been gone for about 20 years. The outside looks the same and we immediately recognized it in the little mini mall.

They still have steel tip darts in the left corner and the same U-shaped bar on the right, but it was dingier than we remembered.

Still, for 5 people, 3 draft beers and 2 strong liquor drinks, $38 wasn't bad.

Olivia was friendly and fast with service. We played a dart game with the 2 house darts they had, and then went on to our next memory.“

“It was a vibe. Friendly staff, good food, GREAT drinks, and the Playlist 🤦🏾‍♀️ I NEED IT💕😊“

“Still a reliable tapas n drink lounge pre or post movie..
did the sexy ban sushi n pepperoni flatbread apps both great! They had Kentucky bourbon ale on tap which paired well! Service was excellent. Not crowded at 4 pm on a Monday but filling up by 5 pm. Great way to complete a matinee show ! Would be even better if there were happy hour drink specials.

Parking: Gobs of free parking“

“National, Chef Michael Northern makes this little hidden gem a fantastic place the visit. Everyone in the world should visit this place. The food is out of this world and the atmosphere is fun, inviting, and relaxing all at the same time. EVERYTHING is made from scratch, down to the bread and ceasar dressing! We did not have one single thing we did not love!! Wow, I want to shout to the rooftops for everyone to visit here!! GO, run 🏃‍♀️ now..“

“Always great food and great service!“

“This place is awesome. Food is great, and the wall of beer with unlimited pours is super cool. Just watch out because that bill comes at the end and it will shock you if you drink beer like I do.

The setting in a former high school is really neat, and seeing the stairs and lockers certainly jogs your memories.

Can't wait to come back here and see more of what they have to offer.“

“The best brunch in Huntsville“

“We had a great day today but I give a hats off to Dave and Busters in Huntsville .. we always have trouble being "them people" making special requests... but if you know me you know Lucas's food allergies and what we have been through ... not many understand but Dave and Buster's made sure his food was covered until it was in front of him because they heard he had a food allergy.... omg this is the first time I have seen a restaurant do this and I was so grateful... they are the best and I am so thankful that a corporation like this recognizes the importance of keeping our children safe ... and the manager was the one to bring our food out which tasted awesome and waitress was great we willl definitely be back“

“Love the food! Staff is friendly and their catering services are excellent! Best bbq in Huntsville for sure!“

“I’ve always enjoyed the other location, but it was my first time to try this one. It was delicious! I had the Philly cheesesteak sandwich with fries. The sandwich was loaded with lots of meat, cheese, onions, mushrooms, and jalapeños. The fries were equally delicious. There was enough food to take home leftovers. Our server. Nicole, was friendly and very attentive.“