The Atwood

2116 Atwood Ave, Madison
(608) 422-5440

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The second I walked in (I’m not white) some bartender I’ve never seen before accused me of being kicked out from the past. I’ve never been kicked out of anyplace in my life but Maybe I tipped too well or sipped my drink too quietly or she mistook me for someone else but it’s not a bar I would frequent or would ever go back to

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Darrell Durham

I’ve been a semi-regular at The Atwood, but a Friday night in late August 2025 ended my business there. As another patron was leaving, he flipped me off and mouthed an insult. I stepped onto the public sidewalk and told him he could say it to my face. A staff member, Vanessa, came outside, put her hands on me, and ordered me to leave, saying I couldn’t “yell at new patrons.” I left. When I later tried to address it offline, someone named Isaac—who is associated with the bar—sent me a profane, insulting text instead of attempting to resolve the situation. I’m not expecting perfection—just basic de-escalation, no unnecessary physical contact, and professional follow-up. Based on this experience, I won’t be returning.

Darrell

Was better when it was Mr. Robert's.

I’ve been a semi-regular at The Atwood, but a Friday night in late August 2025 ended my business there. As another patron was leaving, he flipped me off and mouthed an insult. I stepped onto the public sidewalk and told him he could say it to my face. A staff member, Vanessa, came outside, put her hands on me, and ordered me to leave, saying I couldn’t “yell at new patrons.” I left.

When I later tried to address it offline, someone named Isaac—who is associated with the bar—sent me a profane, insulting text instead of attempting to resolve the situation.

I’m not expecting perfection—just basic de-escalation, no unnecessary physical contact, and professional follow-up. Based on this experience, I won’t be returning.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Steven Schmitt

I am not a repeat customer... Many appeared to be regulars. I was hoping for a more welcoming atmosphere.
Probably will not return.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 2

Brice

Bad service

Sidney Nolan

Food is okay. Staff and guests are great. But my live music is waking up the sleepers who slept for too long. R&B, Jazz, Pop, Soul etc...

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Jerry Murphy

Had an order of onion rings. Nice neighborhood bar atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Zo DaVo

NO CARE BAR ‐ Just a bar owner that want to make money

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

Terri Butler

Quaint neighborhood bar with a laid back vibe.

Dan Bock

amazing bar with great atmosphere, great drinks, and surprisingly good appetizers

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Tenders

Terry Talbot

Popular fun spot to meet your friends for a drink in the heart of the Atwood Ave historic arts district.

Jake Kast

The Atwood is great. They are firm believers in keeping their guests entertained. They have Wiis and other video games around with plenty of controllers to play plenty of drop-in style games.

We rented their basement last year for an event and it was great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dalton

Super cool lil place. Very friendly staff and patrons, overall a great vibe. Pool table, jukebox, darts, plenty of TVs. They host a Smash Bros tournament once a month that is always an absolute blast.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

caseyinalaska

always a fun place for a group. Lots of games & reasonably priced drinks. Staff are super friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Doran “Dmack” Mackowski

It's close to home, has reasonable prices, and excellent bartenders.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

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