23 Best Pubs in Madison

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  • RP Adler's Pub & Grill 8202 Watts Road, Madison Pubs · $$

    1 RP Adler's Pub & Grill

    4.6 Superb 336 Reviews

    8202 Watts Road, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Deep Fried Cheese Curds
    • Grilled Chicken Salad
    • Prime Rib Sandwich
    • Sweet Potato Fries

    “We attended a family birthday gathering of about 28 people. Check this place out! Friendly great service with awesome food menu & bar. I highly recommend!”

  • Caribou Tavern 703 East Johnson Street, Madison Pubs · $

    2 Caribou Tavern

    4.6 Superb 181 Reviews

    703 East Johnson Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Tavern Clam Strips
    • Jalapeno Poppers
    • Mushroom Swiss
    • Bou Buttburger

    “Really fun lil dive bar! Friendly bartender. Within walking distance of the Sylvee. ❤️”

  • Johnson Public House 908 East Johnson Street, Madison Coffee Shops · $

    3 Johnson Public House

    4.6 Superb 250 Reviews

    908 East Johnson Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Roast Beef Breakfast Sandwich
    • Breakfast Sandwich - Regular
    • Jazzy Avocado Toast w Egg
    • Sunday Morning Sandwich

    “It was an amazing place. There were 4 of us total out for a girls days out. We were super excited to find this place. They were pretty busy so there were a few tables that needed to be cleaned but other than that all around great time and will definitely be coming back!”

  • Off Broadway Drafthouse 5404 Raywood Road, Madison Bar & Grill · $$

    4 Off Broadway Drafthouse

    4.6 Superb 433 Reviews

    5404 Raywood Road, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Nana's Salad with Grilled Salmon
    • Straight Up Grilled Cheese
    • Thursdays Grilled Pork Chop
    • Sundays Just Fried Chicken

    “😍🌮🍔🥪🍟Tried a few things already and brought other people there. Everything has been good and the wait staff are awesome”

  • THE MALT HOUSE 2609 East Washington Avenue, Madison Bar · $

    5 THE MALT HOUSE

    4.7 Superb 137 Reviews

    2609 East Washington Avenue, Madison

    Customers’ favorites

    • Eagle Rare 10 Yr Single Barrel
    • Four Roses

    “This European style tavern is a classic throw back. The bar itself has some of the best local, national and international beers served in town. And served in proper glassware. The back bar is stocked with a wide and varied selection of high quality whiskies and spirits. There is something here for everyone. Whether you’re looking to meet up with folks or are seeking a drink while reading your current book, this place is for you. Kudos to the team for bringing this to Madison and keeping it alive!”

  • Tip Top Tavern 601 North Street, Madison Bar & Grill · $

    6 Tip Top Tavern

    4.6 Superb 371 Reviews

    601 North Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Tip Top Burger with Breakfast Potatoes
    • Green Chile Mac and Cheese
    • Bloody Mary w Beer Back
    • Hangover Eggs Benedict

    “Thank you Lily and Tip Top for hosting some weary travelers with amazing food and a dog friendly patio. We had the best food, and the patio was like an oasis, beautiful!”

  • Jordan's Big Ten Pub 1330 Regent St A, Madison Sports Bar · $

    7 Jordan's Big Ten Pub

    4.6 Superb 301 Reviews

    1330 Regent St A, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Italiano Burger with Fries Special
    • Blackened Burger with Wedge Fries
    • Tuesday Sloppy Joe Special
    • White Cheddar Cheese Curds

    “Went on a Wednesday afternoon, since I was on campus for work that day and wanted to try something new. They had the special of buffalo chicken wrap, grilled or crispy. It was SO good. I’ve been thinking of it since 😂! The had generous amounts of chicken on it, which is always nice. The service was excellent too. Definitely will be going back when I’m on campus again. 😋”

  • Village Bar 3801 Mineral Point Road, Madison Bar · $

    8 Village Bar

    4.6 Superb 213 Reviews

    3801 Mineral Point Road, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Grilled Summer Sausage Sandwich
    • Brickburger and French Fries
    • Nice View from the Bar
    • Cheeseburger and Fries

    “the People there were so friendly and easy to talk to service was spot on! summer sausage sandwich was so good. variety of sandwiches and burger to chose from we'll be back”

  • The Coopers Tavern 20 West Mifflin Street, Madison Bar · $$

    9 The Coopers Tavern

    4.5 Superb 466 Reviews

    20 West Mifflin Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Sliders and Cheese Curds
    • Pork Belly Mac and Cheese
    • Fig & Prosciutto Salad
    • Beer Cheese Pretzel

    “College visit with the daughter and we dined here with friends on Saturday 28th Sept and being originally from the UK, and seeing the fish and chips were haddock (not cod) I immediately had to have them and they were the best fish and chips this side of the “pond” having put up with 12 years of “just ok” fish and chips, these were amazing. Not only were the fish and chips good, but every dish was a winner. I am now praying my daughter gets into the college as I will be a regular here.”

  • Lucky's 1313 Brew Pub 1313 Regent Street, Madison Brewpubs · $

    10 Lucky's 1313 Brew Pub

    4.5 Superb 376 Reviews

    1313 Regent Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Giant Bavarian Soft Pretzel Vegetarian
    • Wisconsin Cheese Curds Vegetarian
    • Chicken Wings Sriracha Dry Rub
    • Ginormous Nachos Vegetarian

    “Great friendly staff in an awesome atmosphere to enjoy any games. great food as well.”

  • Dexter's Pub 301 North Street, Madison Bar · $

    11 Dexter's Pub

    4.5 Superb 345 Reviews

    301 North Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Perch Fish Fry with Garlic Chili Fries
    • Stuffed Grilled Cheese
    • Buffalo Chicken Wrap
    • Garlic Chile Fries

    “I’m perpetually impressed with the quality of food at Dextie’s. The staff is like family. Incredibly professional, personable, and friendly.”

  • Murphy's Bar and Restaurant 5344 WI-113, Madison Bar & Grill · $

    12 Murphy's Bar and Restaurant

    4.5 Superb 203 Reviews

    5344 WI-113, Madison

    • Take-Out

    Customers’ favorites

    • Ham and Cheese Sandwich with Fries
    • Grilled Shrimp and Potato
    • Fried Cheese Curds
    • Chicken Ranch Wrap

    “My group of about 14 people came for the fish fryI I had the walleye deep fried with sweet potato fries. they were great the brandy old fashion which was all great. Service excellent. It was somewhat loud but bars a always loud”

  • The Rigby Pub, Grill, and Event Venue 119 East Main Street, Madison Bar & Grill · $

    13 The Rigby Pub, Grill, and Event Venue

    4.5 Superb 209 Reviews

    119 East Main Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Pretzel with Cheese
    • Strawberry Rhubarb
    • Rigby Burger
    • Cheese Curds

    “we stopped in for a drink and stayed for lunch. Amazing vibe and very friendly staff. Loved all of their signature drinks and the food was delicious. Definitely will be back!”

  • The Plaza Tavern 319 North Henry Street, Madison Bar · $

    14 The Plaza Tavern

    4.5 Superb 185 Reviews

    319 North Henry Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Plazaburger with Cheese Fries Brandy Old Fashioned Sweet
    • Plaza Burger and Cheddar Muchers
    • 12oz Tub of Plaza Sauce
    • Deep Fried Mushrooms

    “Plaza burgers are the best! The plaza sauce and the pickles are what make them so tasty! A downtown Madison must stop.”

  • Brat Stand 800 Langdon Street, Madison Bar & Grill

    15 Brat Stand

    4.6 Superb 7 Reviews

    800 Langdon Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    “What a great place to hold a meeting. If you time it right, after the meeting, it’ll be time to grab a pitcher of Spotted Cow and maybe a bratwurst. I love the service at the brat stand. They were very specific that we shouldn’t bother tipping them because the tips went to the organization and they didn’t go to the actual people working the stand. The beer is cold. The food is prepared fresh. The service is exceptional and the views are magnificent. There is free entertainment and apparently Friday afternoons are open Mic. That may be an option on other days as well.”

  • The Plaza 319 North Henry Street, Madison Bar · $

    16 The Plaza

    5.0 Superb 38 Reviews

    319 North Henry Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    “Plaza burgers are the best! The plaza sauce and the pickles are what make them so tasty! A downtown Madison must stop.”

  • Main Depot 627 West Main Street, Madison Bar · $$

    17 Main Depot

    4.4 Superb 104 Reviews

    627 West Main Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Jalapeno Poppers
    • Hog Wild Wings
    • Pot Stickers
    • Cheese Curds

    “! Not a big menu but the burgers were Great!1st time there! We would eat there again”

  • Chief's Tavern 300 Cottage Grove Road, Madison Bar · $

    18 Chief's Tavern

    4.4 Superb 113 Reviews

    300 Cottage Grove Road, Madison

    Customers’ favorites

    • Pilsner

    “Was a great time will go back for sure”

  • The Side Door Grill and Tap 240 West Gilman Street, Madison American · $

    19 The Side Door Grill and Tap

    4.4 Superb 134 Reviews

    240 West Gilman Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Baked Potato Tater Tots
    • The Side Door Burger
    • Fish and Chips
    • Friday Fish Fry

    “Had a tater tot appetizer with guacamole and the side bar burger. Brad had the loner burger that was not a lone. It was a lot to eat so will be having some of this for lunch tomorrow. Yummy!!”

  • Bear & Bottle 601 North Sherman Avenue, Madison American · $

    20 Bear & Bottle

    4.2 Good 309 Reviews

    601 North Sherman Avenue, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Street Corn Chicken Tacos
    • American Classic Burger
    • California Chimichanga
    • California Chicken Club

    “I usually love bear and bottle but my food and service were just bad today I’ve had this server before and they just aren’t attentive Had to go to bar for my second drink Normally food is very good but taco dip has huge chunks of cream cheese Server left my food at edge of table for more that fifteen minutes which attracted flies I love the open air aspect of this spot bit of your food is left for that long…. Flies come to you. I will only eat at the bar from now on. Bar service is amazing”

  • Mackesey's Irish Pub 317 State Street, Madison Irish Pub · $

    21 Mackesey's Irish Pub

    4.1 Good 187 Reviews

    317 State Street, Madison

    • Take-Out

    Customers’ favorites

    • Pastrami & Swiss Toastie
    • Chicken Burger

    “We went to this bar because we saw some reviews saying the bartenders were mean, and we could not have anything farther from the truth. Our bartender, John, was so welcoming and nice. The drinks were cheap, other people in the bar were great. Love this bar. We did not try the food though.”

  • Red Rock Saloon 222 West Gorham Street, Madison Bar · $

    22 Red Rock Saloon

    3.6 Good 193 Reviews

    222 West Gorham Street, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chicken Wings
    • New Glarus
    • Red Rock N
    • Sandwich

    “Wild fun place had a blast performing for the locals. Hope to come back soon”

  • Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. - Eastside 876 Jupiter Drive, Madison Brewpubs · $$

    23 Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. - Eastside

    3.7 Good 254 Reviews

    876 Jupiter Drive, Madison

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • The Great Dane's Brat & Bacon Pretzel Burger
    • Webster Street Chicken Salad
    • Wisconsin Style Cheddar Mac
    • All American Cheeseburger

    “Excelente servicio, muy confortable, ambiente seguro”

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