7 Best Pubs near Madison

“Best place for a nice chill spot to have some drinks. The patio is great along with the indoor back area for games. Bonus points that it’s kid friendly and we can have date night along with our kids!“

“CDs is literally the greatest bar I’ve ever been to. Mel and Jason have spoiled me for my expectations of service for anywhere else. They are both welcoming and friendly. Jason is always making sure the food is phenomenal!
(I recommend the wings!)
Mel is always upbeat, friendly, and hilarious. Weather she’s making the drinks or hosting the karaoke, I KNOW it’s gonna be a good night when I see her there.
Cannot recommend this place enough!!! The staff truly makes it what it is. It’s been my go-to spot for a fun night of karaoke since I moved to Madison. After bringing in some friends in recently it’s now become all they can talk about! Love it!! Can’t wait to come back soon!“

“Had a great time here with friends!!! Nice homie bar vibe. Fun and friendly locals and delicious food! Wings are absolutely top notch. Bartenders are very cool. Why feel awkward in catacombs or elixir when you can chill with your friends, get a buzz, eat food and smoke cigarettes. 10/10. We bought several drinks and several rounds for a party of six. A round for the table next to us (they bought us shots) we came out with a 200 dollar tab. That’s what we would normally spend at catacombs with no food, no smoking, a time limit and the pressure of acting a certain way. If you’re looking to have a good time versus a special experience. This place is great. Will be returning!“

“Jason and his staff are some of the hardest working folks I’ve seen in the industry. They are proud of their restaurant, particular about the quality of their product, and always striving to meet their own highest standards. Such a wonderful, clean, welcoming restaurant and bar with amazing food and one of the best beer selections in town!“

“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!“

“We read the reviews (not great), but decided to try it anyway. Dory (Hostess) was Super Friendly, Natalie (server), Very Upbeat, answered all our questions about the menu and never let our glasses run dry.
Although, all we ate were their nachos and wings, I would Highly recommend them. We asked for the wings to be Extra Crispy and they were Perfect. We are from Buffalo, NY-so Yes we know wings.
We will Definitely be back.
Thank You“

“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 .“