Location: Madison
Top Restaurants in Madison
Top Things to do in Madison
- 1. Olbrich Botanical Gardens
- 2. Wisconsin State Capitol
- 3. Memorial Union Terrace
- 4. Chazen Museum of Art
- 5. University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum
- 6. Camp Randall Stadium University of Wisconsin
- 7. University of Wisconsin - Madison
- 8. Capitol Square
- 9. Wisconsin Veterans Museum
- 10. Henry Vilas Zoo
Most Popular Pub food in Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Best Pub restaurants nearby. Discover the best Pub food in Madison. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Pub restaurants near you.. The sprawling University of Wisconsin sets the tone for this college town of cafes, bookstores, brewpubs, numerous restaurants (more per capita than anywhere else in the U.S.) and a good share of cultural and historical attractions. Stunning glacial waterways make the City of Lakes one of the more picturesque state capitals in the country. More than 250 parks offer residents and tourists plenty of recreational areas to choose from. If you visit the campus, be sure to try the famous Babcock Ice Cream at Memorial Union or Babcock Hall, before or after a visit to the Elvehjem Museum of Art's collection of Greek, Roman and Egyptian antiquities. And to really get into the college spirit, head over to State Street's eclectic range of ethnic restaurants. Be sure to try the mouth-watering bratwurst sandwich on a homemade bun at State Street Brats, a student favorite. At the end of State Street, the white granite, Roman Renaissance-style Capitol dominates the skyline and offers an observation platform for views of the city and lakes.
Things to do in Madison
10. Bonefish Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By GiseppeGord
We have visited many Bonefish Grills across America. They are consistently well managed. As a national chain, the menu is consistent across locations. The Madison venue is less than five years old. It is pleasant with excellent lighting/decor/noise level. There is a bar area with seating capability. There is a private room. The large dining room has booths and tables. On this occasion, we ordered swordfish with pumpkin ravioli and pecan crusted trout with mashed potato and haricot vert beans. Both were very good. Wine list is acceptable. We had a very good Pinot Grigio from Italy (Bella Sera). It was moderately priced. Wait person was attentive and professional. Reservations are a must.
9. Alchemy
Overall Ratings
4 based on 129 reviews
Reviewed By Cosmopolite22
Great ambiance with a decent selection of menu items. Drinks are tasty and reasonably priced and the food is a bit pricier for the area but tasty and a bit of something different. It's a cash-only establishment & there's an ATM on-site for convenience.
8. The Tipsy Cow
Overall Ratings
4 based on 245 reviews
Reviewed By renarr
Stopped here for our quick dinner on the outside area. Met some friends and enjoyed appetizers (Buffalo fries, curds and chicken fingers) as well as a strawberry monitor. The drink seemed weak with a lot of ice for the charge. Great patio but so so food.
7. Vintage Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 230 reviews
Reviewed By Eisme77
Those of you from the Madison area might remember the previous building occupant being JT Whitney's. We had previously been to the Vintage in Sauk City (the old one) and decided to visit the home base. The footprint inside is just as it was before, but the dark feel of the former Irish brewpub has been somewhat lightened by a different color scheme. We sat at the bar. There was quite a large selection of brews to choose from. Service was decent; we did not have food but saw several tables eating.Overall, this was not a poor experience in anyway. However, this did feel much more restaurant than brewery. If you are looking for food with a signature brew, this might be your spot. If you want a true micro brew experience, move on to another spot.
6. Brasserie V - Neighborhood Eatery & Tap Room
Overall Ratings
4 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By hduck
I've been to Brasserie V a couple of times, after a friend's recommendation as the place to get the best burger. I admit that I was not amazed by their burger; Although I did like the meat, I did not particularly like having a toastie bread instead of a bun. I've tried their salads, which I found to be a good attempt but would not describe them as good. However, I have really enjoyed their steak thus I am giving 3 bubbles instead of 2. Their beer menu is extensive but they have small measures.
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5. The Coopers Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 405 reviews
Reviewed By masaccio
Reviews suggested that the pub had good poutine and indeed it did. It also had an outstanding selection of beer. My wifeâs mac and cheese was excellent, though my mussels broth not great. Overall we really enjoyed it though, possible aided by the superb location next to the Capitol.
4. The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1149 reviews
Reviewed By BrainCS
Most reviews tell the story. Excellent food, not exactly traditional Wisconsin fare, but just the right touch of crazy. A bit eclectic. The Ahi Poke is really good. Go for it.
3. RP Adler's Pub & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 358 reviews
Established in May 2006, RP Adler's Pub & Grill has become a favorite by Madisonian's and travelers alike. Great casual dining with great blue collar service is what sets our restaurant apart. Hospitality like it oughta be!
Reviewed By orchiddoc
Enjoyed the service and food. Ribs and prime rib well prepared. Good choice for a casual lunch or dinner. Grandson loves the Mac and cheese with brisket.
2. Dotty Dumpling's Dowry
Overall Ratings
4 based on 765 reviews
Dotty Dumpling's Dowry is a Madison institution favored by the locals for over 40 years. Located in the heart of downtown, Dotty's offers award winning hamburgers, Friday fish fry, homemade soups and chili, fresh salads and so much more! Cozy up in a boot
Reviewed By amytK2791MP
I love everything about Dotty Dompling's. The atmosphere is great and everything is really clean. You can just tell it's a well-run operation.The servers are excellent.The food is delicious. The cheese curds are so yummy (especially with the sweet mustard sauce) and the burgers are so good. Perfectly executed. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. It's become a must-stop restaurant for us whenever we visit Madison.
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1. The Old Fashioned
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2212 reviews
Reviewed By beckster1223
We had great fun! Place packed! Long wait for a table (like 1 1/2 hours!) Food good and very reasonably priced. Old fashioned drinks outstanding as we waited at the bar for our table. Great place for all ages but must like to stand around ( or if u are lucky) sit at the bar waiting for food. Once seated food service is pretty quick. Interesting old Madison photos on the walls. Beer bottle chandeliers looked neat. I would definitely good again but would get there as soon as possible to 5 pm on Friday if you want a quick table.
