Mackesey's Irish Pub

317 State St, Madison
(608) 256-6071

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C M

My experience here has been welcoming, delicious and just general fun. If you want a place to eat, play darts, relax and maybe joke around with the staff, is recommend comming here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Christopher Martin

I have been there a couple of times and I can say I am pleased . Always felt welcomed there for whatever bar desire I have. Also, the food is pretty good and will be coming back for more.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Scott Drews

It was our anniversary, and we needed a quick bite to eat before seeing Wicked at the Overture Center. I walked in at 6:52 and asked the bartender if we ordered 2 sandwiches if he could have them out in time for us to get to the 7:30 show. He said he could do it and even asked if I'd like to pay up front so we didn't have to wait any longer after eating, great idea. We sat nervously awaiting our meal and constantly looking at the time. We made it to the show with 10 minutes to spare. That's great service! I ordered the turkey bacon cheddar toastie and the wife ordered the grilled chicken sandwich. Both were delicious! My sandwich had way more meat than I was expecting, I couldn't even finish the whole thing. The bread was fresh and grilled to perfection. My wife's chicken sandwich was one of the best she's ever tasted. I don't know where they get their bread/buns, but it was the best tasting bun I've ever tried. Our experience couldn't have been any better. Thank you so much for helping make our anniversary special!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jed Venner

This place is cash only

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 3

Service: 3

Mitchell Mcdonough

Had a great time having a few beers and enjoying the burger of the day. Food was delicious and the service was excellent!

Maureen O'Leary

Great casual place!

Jr Kriket

Every bartender is so kind and loving. As long as ur kind and loving to them. Vibe is good however on super busy days the college crowd can make it pretty rowdy. Beware

Chris Contino

Must visit for St. Patty's Day weekend. You must try the special Irish Stew. Homemade only for this time of year.

Henry Khamkhounnavong

Grace was very nice and very knowledgeable about the area. I love me a low-key bar in a distant town.

Amanda Gilliland

Cozy spot with good beer and sandwiches.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cole Downey

Bartender was super sweet and nice, and made a wonderful beverage. Hung around to play a game. Definitely a divey spot with some regulars that gave off a strong vibe, but I love a good Irish bar.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 5

Eric Landrum

I travel for work, so am never in one place for long but love getting out and exploring the areas I get to travel to. Apparently you’re only allowed a drink here if you’re from the state of Wisconsin. Anywhere else? Find another place.

I was told to visit here by a friend so that’s what I did. Upon arrival I was asked for my I.D. (Which is perfectly normal, not a problem) the rude bartender took my drivers license, looked at it, and denied me a drink since I’m assuming because I’m from another state. I’ve never once had my license rejected. So for this to be a first just shows the unprofessionalism and how untrained staff are here. I would highly recommend anywhere but here if you’re traveling or have a license from another state.

Probably time to train the staff on how other states government licenses look. Very unprofessional.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Amy Goettsch Franckowiak

Kudos to the Staff! Amazing, with being a Badger game, constant steam of thirsty people. The Clam Chowder! OMG!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 3

Zachary Austin

Bartender John does not appreciate good tempo and percussion

Cade Fink

Best bar in the entire city. Feels like home.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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