Up North

150 S Blair St, Madison
(608) 250-1730

Recent Reviews

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Nick

Miranda is great! Live music was solid.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Ticker

This is inside the Ruby Marie hotel. There’s an elevator from the bar to your room and thats awesome. Bands, brews, patio, darts and granola eating clientele

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Andrew Bauer

Great dive bar, always and event going on.

Tania Twining

Best dive bar in Madison!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Wil Snodgrass

Didn't do food but great bar. Attentive and spicy staff....authenticity. Comfortable and their guest are way cool. A must visit place in Madison if you want real.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Mark DeLongis

Nice local bar with very reasonable prices. Bar Pizza is available and done well. We had live music that was great. I'll be returning.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Shane Sikes

Cold spotted cows

Atmosphere: 5

T S

A must visit! Exceptional menu with quality food and service. Atmosphere is inviting and warm.

sean mitchell

Bartender was great as well as the drinks

Paul “Gilby” Gilbertson

Great place to enjoy with a bride or date night! Cozy vibe...

Andy Gussert

This is become the go to Bluegrass bar in Madison, with live music almost every night. Positive atmosphere, affordable drinks, really friendly bartenders, and an incredible vibe. It’s a default go to before high noon saloon or other places, lucky to have it as a gathering spot in Madison.

Julie Keller

didnt like the music. they said they had pizza and prezle but it was frozen pizza. wont be coming here again. And it was my first time here.

Astrid Hooper Lofton

Two workers were super rude to me on the phone.

Carrin Wahl

If you’re looking for the ultimate neighborhood bar, The Up North is it. Think Cheers, but with even friendlier bartenders (yes, that’s possible) and some of the most amazing live music around. It’s the kind of place where everyone truly knows your name—and if they don’t, they’ll learn it by the end of the night.

As someone who doesn’t drink, I can’t say enough about how comfortable I always feel here. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure everyone has a great experience, no matter what’s in their glass. Their non-alcoholic beverage selection is stellar, so I can enjoy something fun while soaking up the incredible atmosphere.

And the music? Unreal. From soulful bands to energetic acoustic sets, it’s like a live soundtrack that always delivers. Whether you’re a regular or just passing through, The Up North is the perfect spot to feel at home, connect with great people, and enjoy the best vibes in town.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Barbara Gulten

A classic Wisco bar with a long history. Great friendly service. Good venue for live music 🎶 as well. Has a patio for smokers and summer tables. Very casual and laid back vibe.

Parking: Free parking lot right in front of it.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 5

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