“I have to start this by saying I almost don't want to leave this review because I want to keep this place secret to myself, but because I'm disabled and have rarely been treated so well despite the issues I have I needed to leave this review.I have brain damage and it can sometimes be very difficult for me to understand what's going on around me, My first time coming here I was not able to get a drink because they are cash only, the man behind the bar repeated himself for me many times so I could understand what was going on, he was incredibly kind to me even though he knew long before i did that I didn't have the means to pay. Great experience.Then the second time I came I knew to bring cash and again the man behind the bar was very nice to me and made sure he understood what I wanted to drink. (Which can be hard because of my speech)On top of all that the atmosphere is very nice, giving the feeling that you have been to this bar a million times and made many great memories there, the pours are HEAVY, you don't want a double lol, and the other guests are respectful and kind.I really enjoyed the fact that I could come here alone and just be left alone which I find to be harder and harder to find in a bar. Sometimes you just need to be alone with your thoughts and this is a fantastic place to go for that too. In the end I really can't say enough good things about this place and highly recommend everybody to come have a drink here.“
“Tuesday Taco lunch is a deal.Parking: Easy parking with overflow into other nearby lots especially after regular business hoursWheelchair accessibility: The entrance is easy for wheelchairs. Only one foldout table for wheelchair. Otherwise all seating is bat height.“
“Friday Night Fish Fry was AMAZING! Fresh Battered Perch Good Homemade Tarter Sauce. Salad Bar was NOT Handicap Accessible Very Tight Squeeze to make a salad but overall VERY GOOD. I will return and Highly Recommend Fish Fry. 6:30pm and not “
“My husband and I came here after a recommendation when our cooking class was cancelled. This was our first time here and it did not disappoint. From the moment we walked in to the moment we left, we felt as though we were the only guests there. The service and food were exceptional. All of the staff were eloquently watching us to make sure we had the best service, it it was done in a manner we never knew they were watching to help us. This was by far the best service we ever experienced. Thank you to everyone who made us feel how “the other half live”. We will be back again!“
“WOWWWW! As a non-vegan, I was definitely skeptical of this restaurant, but that was my mistake. This is one of the very best restaurants in all of Madison. It was so good that I went twice in one week because I couldn't stop thinking about how fantastic the food was! The service was excellent and Juan, the chef, made our experience super memorable. Make sure to get the chickpea paneer and the bao, they are both to die for! I'll be coming back (maybe again next week haha) and plan on taking all of my friends and family there to impress them. Cannot recommend this restaurant enough! Thank you to the staff for such an amazing dinner!!“
“Cocktails and Misto salad were fantastic. Pizza was ok. This was our first visit and we’ll try pasta next time. Waitress was great.Parking: We had a 5pm reservation and the parking lot was already full. Give yourself enough time to hunt down a spot in the neighborhood. Not too difficult“
“Hosted a group of friends for an adult birthday party there and Chris and his team were wonderful! Super accommodating and flexible, drinks were delicious, pizza was plentiful, and games were fun! Everyone had a great time and I’m sure we’ll be back for more!“
“Have heard a lot of good things about this restaurant. Overall we had a good time there and the food was good but I feel it’s a bit overpriced. The presentation was great but the flavor was just not to our liking. It’s a restaurant good for a date night with wonderful view and atmosphere.“
“I personally had a wonderful experience planning working with Momo's when we had our Lunar New Year on 02/13/24. They exceed expectations from the food that they provided, space, and decorations. I would love to plan another event there in the future. If you're looking for a venue to have your next event, with a centralized location, give them a call.“
“I first came to Tempest last year on business and it absolutely blew me away. The food is out of this world, especially the scallops (which are some of the best I have ever had). The service is impeccable and you feel like you have been coming here for years on your first visit.I just came back to Madison for work and had to see if lightning strikes twice. Somehow they managed to get better since the last time I visited. The food, including the scallops, was even better than I remembered and I had dreams about them over the last year. The service was, yet again, amazing. Issac was my bartender/server and he was engaging and friendly despite the happy hour rush. Amazing service yet again. The staff here is fantastic and that, coupled with the food makes this a “must visit” when in Madison. I will look forward to my next visit with bated breath because this is truly a fantastic stop that I won’t miss anytime I am on in town. Come here, you will not be disappointed!!!“
“The food here is excellent (I've been about five times now), but I've noticed that "small Plates" seems to have become "tiny plates." My husband and I and another couple each spent $100, and I can't say I was satisfed. Not sure I will return. . . .“
“super cute pizza restaurant in a literal home! it's a small cozy place with a unique menu. the server was soo with me tonight, she recommended the pork confit AND the goomba with bacon (unfortunately no ranch dipping but she also got me there). i loved that the pizza was thin crust but i do wish there was a dipping sauce bc the crust was a bit dry. the bacon was center cut and thick so it was heavy but tasty on the pizza. the app, pork confit, was sooo tender and juicy, very happy we went with this choice! we got a bottle of moscato to pair and that was also delicious. overall recommend this restaurant but would make a reservation bc it's a really small place“
“Classic neighborhood Tavern, with a Menu full of outstanding Food... including the best Ribeye Steak Sandwich you'll ever bite into !! Am really missing this place since we're rarely in Madison anymore. Started having meals here in 1975; and everything I've ever eaten from here, whether dine-in or carry-out, has been fabulous.“
“Me and my partner found Cordial after being referred here by some of our coworkers, and our experience was so amazing on our first visit that we came back here for the next four nights. The staff here is so welcoming, we feel like we are home no matter who is bartending. We have gotten to know all of them very well, and they treat us like family every time we come in. And the fact that they are very LGBT+ friendly is only an added bonus. If you're looking for a chill, low-key bar with the most welcoming staff you will ever meet then this is your place!“
“Garth's is special not only due to their wide selection of rotating taps and large selection of craft beers/seltzers/ciders that you can purchase, but they also allow you to bring in food to eat which offers a ton of flexibility for anyone looking for a relaxed environment to have a drink. There's also a self-serve water/utensil station that allows people to enjoy their meals and stay hydrated effortlessly.I really enjoy coming here with my family to play some board games or just watch the hustle & bustle of Monroe street over a cold beverage. Staff have always been courteous and attentive during my visits, and the place is always very clean which goes a long way in creating a welcoming atmosphere.“
“Always enjoy the food, fish, and steak. Breakfast choices are good. Ate at the bar. Our bartender lacked service skills. We felt ignored. Like the supper club feel. Love the lake views.Parking: May need to park on the street. Restaurant has limited parking due to lake.“
“The Ohio Tavern is as close as you can get to an old school dive bar in Madison. They food is cooked right in the bar area, and is mostly Mexican food. The nachos were delicious and the street corn was sublime. Service was good as well. It can get quite busy, and is louder than most establishments due to the small size. They only take cash and do not have a phone. If you want to maximize your chance of getting a spot - hit it up at an off time. We were there at 3:30 pm on a Saturday (non game day) and there were plenty of seats. At least try it once!“
“I am an international student and live around the area. The Main Depot is a heritage bar. Its more than a bar, its a community of people of all ages. Undoubtedly the kindest people I have met at any spot in my 2 years in America.P.S**** = If you are lucky you can see trains passing from the bench on the backside. Enjoy ;)“
“Busy UW Game Day and this place rocked for brunch! Never felt packed or too noisy or like they were over-reaching. Food? Perfect. Service? Absolutely the best from Sammy, attentive and always there at the right time without hovering or pushing us, pleasant and friendly without being intrusive, really great server! DO NOT MISS THEIR COCKTAILS. As masterful as the food!“
“Attended Muskellounge's Three Dots & A Dash collab. Drinks were spectacular, and the kitchen staff were on fire. We ordered a weekly special (burger/cheesesteak blend) and the chicken tender basket. 10/10 fantastic. I would strongly recommend checking this place out if you haven't yet.“
“Great local neighborhood bar. Best whiskey bar in Madison. Also a very good craft beer selection and great beers on tap. With October almost here I had to stop by Bill's bar to try his Oktoberfest beer on tap and wasn't disappointed. It was great and a good size mug (see pic attached). You can find some of the most unique beer and premium whiskey selections in Madison. Great to support locally owned Madison establishments like the Malt House. There is no food kitchen, but you can get food delivered. Check out the Malt House Facebook page to see what nights local bands are playing here.Parking: If you get here early, there is a parking lot at the Malt House. On a busy night you may have to get nearby (free) street parking.“
“Absolutely love this restaurant. Been 4 times, and tried something new each time (except street corn, we always get the street corn). It’s not your common Mexican, much more authentic. Do yourself a favor and give it a try, the service and friendliness of the staff is also outstanding. Already one of my go-to places!Kid-friendliness: They understand the value of friendly service, and they try hard to do it well. Bravo.“
“We held our wedding reception at The Madison Club and we highly recommend it to other couples! We loved the classic, timeless, and memorable look and feel of the Club itself, central location downtown, and found it especially beneficial that they offered so many wedding services. From catering (cake included in our selected package), beverages, tables, chairs, linens, place settings, day-of getting ready spaces, and an on-site event coordinator. This was very important to us as we didn't want to have even more vendors to coordinate with, and the Club being a "one stop shop" was incredibly helpful in simplifying our planning. They have so many options to choose from so you can offer more classic wedding meals or something a little more adventurous (which we did and loved). The food is truly delicious! They also provide a list of vendors recommended by the Club and we were able to work with a few of them for our day. Alex, our event coordinator, was so responsive, patient, and accommodating throughout our planning process which entailed many emails, questions, and changes :) He was amazing to work with! We were so pleased with how everything turned out and we will cherish the memories made at The Madison Club forever.“
“Really good atmosphere, super kind staff. The jam pretzel burger special was fire. Square cheese curds, strange shape, very tasty. I would definitely come back to this spot. They served an adequately liquored up drink and did it with a smile. I may have found my new "local" as they say out in the Midwest. ALL good here.“
“If your not running to this place, you need to be. Best bartenders and dive bar in Madison Wisconsin! Amazing beer & drink choices, great music, bubbly and fun staff. The environment is super inviting, friendly patrons to meet and become friends with! Get here and fast, they can't wait to serve you!!!“
“What a great music club. Professionally managed, excellent accustics/sound, house piano, comfortable environment, and quality cocktails. Al books the best in jazz, blues, bluegrass, cabaret, local, regional, and national acts. If you love music and a welcoming joint to hang out in, you will love the North Street...“
“I can’t say enough about this wonderful bar. I was hesitant to write this review just because I don’t want this gem to get too busy that I can’t find a table! But of course this place deserves way more than a 5 star review. Staff is friendly (understatement), drinks are out of this world (understatement) and everytime my girlfriend says “can we go to Oz?” I can’t say no! Such a unique place and the staff are so incredibly accommodating. I could say wayyyy more great things but I’ll stop here for now!! Love love love!“
“Solid choice for Italian food. Everything we ate was good. The pizza we had was tasty. Our pasta dishes were all good. We had the calamari for an appetizer, and it was kind of flavorless, but at least it didn't taste fishy. I think the breading could have used a bit more seasoning. The atmosphere is kind of fun, probably looks the same as it did in the 60s. Definitely the kind of place you can bring the whole family or a date.“
“Visited on a brutally cold Friday night in February.There was plenty of seating both at the bar and table tops. The bartender was super friendly and attentive and made our parties (8) drinks very quickly.The inside is very cozy and an awesome selection of 90's alternative music was playing.Would definitely be back to pregame if I have an event in the area.“
“I was visiting the Madison, WI area on business and wanted to visit a place to listen to some live Jazz. I located this bar on google. This is a small neighbor bar. I got there about 45 minutes before the band was scheduled to play. I was able to order some wings and onion rings for the pizza place two doors down and they delivered my food to me at the bar. By 8:00pm the band was setting up and the place was getting full. The bar tenders were getting really busy. The band played well. The service was great. The bar allowed me to run a tab with no cc on file. The locals kinda keep to themselves and I was ok with that. One couple ask if they could sit with me considering I had a table with four chairs setting along. They were friendly people. There were very few African American there i'm being one of them. Despite that I felt welcome and was treated well by the bar tenders. I would recommend visiting this place if you are in the area and looking for some live music to hear. :)“
“Literally the best bar in town. The games are always in great condition, not to mention the rotating stock of pinball machines that are available. The staff is on point always. Great drinks, great prices, great games, and great trivia. Need I say more? This is my favorite place to be and I could not recommend I/O more“
“The first time I’ve ever been there. I didn’t try everything on the menu so I’m just saying what I ordered today wasn’t the best. My all time favorite was the bartender Ms Michelle who was extremely nice ,friendly, and fast. I’m coming back to try something else on the menu but I hope to see the amazing Michelle in action she makes the best strawberry dessert drink ever.“
“This is a speak easy that needs to be on the map. If you are looking for a great place to eat in Madison, you really need to find this place. It one of the best places to eat in town and is completely different than the average restaurants around town. I ordered a Chicken teriyaki type dish and it was amazing. This place packs a punch when it comes to flavor! Even their Wisconsin Old Fashion is amazing, if you have never had it you better ask for it quick and make sure to ask for a second before you start the first one. The vibe is great for a date night or just to hangout with some friends. The next time I'm in town I will be eating here again. I loved it.“
“Fantastic menu, lots of natural lighting, but the best part is they genuinely have safe options to those who can not have gluten. They even have a GF dedicated fryer. While I enjoyed the Tika Masala flatbread, my husband enjoyed the GF crispy (truly crispy) chicken sandwich with fries, thanks to the GF fryer. About that fantastic menu—I could close my eyes and pick an entree and be very satisfied with anything set in front of me.“
“Stopped after a game in hopes to find a little less crowded place vs. the bars near the Kohl center, good choice! Has that dive bar vibe, loved it! The service was great and the crowd was friendly. The food looked great but we didn't eat this time. They cook everything in the open right behind the bar. Decent amount of TV's for game watching, pool table, darts, gambling machines and a couple other bar games throughout. Would definitely stop again when in town:“
“We were in town from St Louis to see a badgers game. It was getting late and we were hungry. Found this little gem. Great place for fun music and great drinks. Although we went for some food, we got there too late. 4 Fireball shots later...we didn't mind.“
“Great Venezuelan food with a lot of options. Start with the house specials or arepas. Big portions. They also have good vegetarian options. The service is always good. They have a great patio with an awesome view of the sunset over the downtown skyline. Great for happy hour.Vegetarian options: Most of the dishes with protein options can be ordered vegetarian. The flavor of the veggie option is really good.“
“Unique atmosphere and menu. The vibe is moody. Delicious food and drinks. I had the beet salad with citrus, pistachios, goat cheese, and jalapeño vinaigrette. Super fresh. The champagne cocktail was delish too. Definitely recommend this one!“
“Lovely spot for a cocktail or three. Magnificent whiskey selection, but also a great variety of beer, wine, and cocktails.The draft cocktails change seasonally, which is fun to see. Despite being a whiskey fan (and they do have the most exquisite collection) my habit has become to have a split of prosecco before shows.“
“A neighborhood bar with good bar food and warm atmosphere. My chicken sandwich was perfectly cooked as was my wife's burger. Fries are either seasoned or not. I got seasoned and they were just right. Parking out back or on the street. My only complaint was the menu was on the wall behind the bar and hard to read.“
“Food was good. Burger was quality and not skimpy! Nice dive bar vibes. I like the tall ceilings and exposed brick. There is a counter where you order your food so heads-up about that. They have pull tabs which is always good entertainment but I hear they have even better entertainment on Saturday & Sunday mornings lol! Not my cup of tea but if you're into a unique experience, then check out breakfast here on the weekend for smut n' eggs.“
“Without exaggerating, the brisket taco and carnitas taco are some of the best food I've ever had. 11 out of 10. I can't recommendthem enough.Vegetarian options: They have a section of the menu that is just vegetarian tacosDietary restrictions: I don't know what, if any, practices they use to prevent cross contamination but they have clearly marked gluten friendly options and my mom who has celiac is planning on trying some of them so I'll update this review with the feedback.Parking: There is a side lot to park in but spaces are pretty limited. If they are busy, parking will likely be full. Also, the parking spaces aren't very wide so if you have a truck or larger tires on a Jeep it might be a squeeze.Kid-friendliness: This restaurant is kid friendly. I saw a few young kids (maybe around 5 years old) but there is a bar and most people are probably drinking so take that into consideration.“
“I was surprised by this place. Based on name I imagined it was a Tejano bar with dancing but it is just a super chill neighborhood bar. Tigers are everywhere ? (prolly why the name). There were a few small tables with a jukebox playing old school music. We sat at the bar and bar tender came pretty quick and checked on us a few times. Old Fashioneds were pretty good and came quick. Overall we really liked this place and will come back. If you are looking for something rowdy - downtown Madison is better, but if looking for a super chill neighborhood bar this is a good choice.“
“A wonderful familly facility. Sunfilled sports and events venue, traven area, good family food choices (burgers, wraps, salad, and the best french fries we've had in a traven setting). We'd go back just for the fries. Top notch, helpful and friendly staff. We were there doing an event in the events venue. Lots of free parking. Easy to find. Just off the Interstate. Perfect spot for our event.“
“The perch plate is the best.. it reminds me of the great perch plates growing up..potato salad is wonderful. Fish was breaded lightly and crispy.. coleslaw was delicious..just wished the potato salad portion was a bit bigger.. price was very reasonable.. Burgers here are fantastic I highly recommend this place..“
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“Normally I will only eat at the hotel restaurant if I need something quick. I ate here a few nights during my stay. Will who worked the bar was amazing. He was tentative, joyful and talked to everyone. He created a great atmosphere. I ordered a burger my first day. It was juicy and flavorful and the fried were perfection. Today I ordered a chicken quesadilla and I didnt expect much but OMG it was so flavorful, a kick of spice and so cheesy. I will likely order another one before my trip is up. If you are staying at the Sheraton in Madison I recommend checking out the Hub and hanging out at the bar for a while. It's just a nice vibe and food is really good. Complements to the chef.“
“Food is actually very good and underrated. If you have the right person making it, one of the best burgers in town. There can be a mixed crowd - both in size and type. I've seen some gang bikers there, so be careful what you say. But everyone has treated me great every time in. Went once for breakfast and it was overbooked/burnt. I will try again another time, but I usually go for the night food/fun. Bartenders are the best!“
“I first went to The Plaza in 1968. It was a go-to place throughout my college years. Just went back for the first time in decades. I'm pleased that except for the flat screen TVs it looks pretty much the same as it did then. The Plaza Burger is still outstanding and the french fries excellent. Broad selection of beers with many from Wisconsin. I introduced a friend from Cleveland to it last week and she loves it too. Next time I'm in Madison I'll be back!“
“Antler's has always been one of my dad's favorite bars. I took it upon myself to throw him a surprise party and I knew that would be the perfect place. The owner met with me prior and was more than willing to help me with everything. Also, allowed me to decorate the place exactly how I wanted. If you're looking for a place to throw a party at this is the perfect spot. This process truly could not have gone smoother. I would recommend Antler's to anybody, it is such a good atmosphere, and is so much fun!“