“It's been a minute since we were here, but my aunt suggested This bar and we were not disappointed! It was a torrential downpour outside, but inside we had great staff, cold beer, and fantastic conversation! Will definitely visit again!“
“Always have an amazing experience here, and the food is delicious ? I get the torta with pollo de milanesa with everything on it always hits the spot ? I either order at the restaurant to go or by phone either way the process is super simple and the customer service very well done ? highly recommend ?“
“Bartenders were really busy but still very attentive. All of our food choices were really good. We ordered chicken nachos, jalapeno poppers, Reuben bites and chicken wings.Bathrooms were clean and temperature of the bar was nice and warm on a day that was below zero outside.“
“This was a new place for us and we liked the Friday Fish Fry. It was very good and the options were endless. We had takeout and ordering was so easy. The meal was ready on time. The parking lot was full, but I was able to street park a block away. We will be back.“
“We decided to try this Cafe out on an incredibly busy night! The food was excellent and the service was extraordinary! The manager waited on us because they were so busy! He stopped by twice to ask if we needed anything! Will definitely be back. I love the ambience!“
“We had a wonderful experience at The Harvey House. The service was very friendly and personalized. The food was next level! We even had a surprise dessert come out at the end of the night to celebrate our wedding anniversary! I'd just been reading Unreasonable Hospitality and this place exemplifies that sort of fine dining experience.“
“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!!“
“Not much of a food selection but plenty of drinks and were real good. Lots of old classics and all, some might not work well and bartender just gave my tokens back without much questioning cause let's be real, They OLD CLASSICS but fun“
“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 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!!!“
“Been coming here for many years. I feel like it used to be better. They keep changing things and for me, it's gotten less great. They got rid of a drink I loved and now refuse to make it, they used to have an amazing pastry chef, who at Christmas time, made an incredible buche de Noel and when I asked about it last year, they said they won't have it again. They also used to have the most incredible raspberry princess cake, which also disappeared several years ago. In terms of the main menu, there aren't many vegetarian options. And you have to be careful, even with seafood, becausse sometimes there are meat or heavy ingredients added. The service is generally very congenial but inconsistent. For example, their outdoor seating has always been first come, first served but last summer, they were only seating reservations outside, because, we were told, they "overbooked" the restaurant. So, despite many happy times spent here, there have been several recent disappointments as well. One note: I see some reviews that call this a French restaurant but really, it's more like French adjacent. They aren't strictly French at all. Oh, and you have to pay for bread and butter.“
“Went for lunch with a friend. It was Badger home game Saturday so it was busy. We only waited a few minutes for a table. Ordered cheese burger & beer. Burger was cooked perfectly. It was on a soft bun and was juicy and seasoned well. Atmosphere was friendly and place was very clean. Will definitely return.Parking: There is street parking and area is safe.“
“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!“
“Definitely has character. Small but a fair amount of seating. Tried several food items, appetizers, pizza, dessert. Everything tasted great.Vegetarian options: There were a few good veggie options. Not a wide variety.Parking: Pretty busy area. May have to park a couple blocks away.Kid-friendliness: It's pretty cramped and loud. Not the best for kids.Wheelchair accessibility: Not wide enough inside to maneuver a wheelchair.“
“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 ;)“
“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.“
“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.“
“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.“
“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!“
“I would give this place 10 stars if I could! My car broke down and I rolled into the parking lot of the Springfield Inn. I was so lucky to have found the place. Everyone there was so friendly and helpful to my daughter and me. Thank you Kim!“
“We took a niece and her young children - who have numerous food allergies - and we're able to get excellent meals because of the excellent manner in which the menu lists the ingredients. All of the food was well-prepared and tasty and the service was first-rate, too. We have to go back!“
“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. :)“
“Just wanted to leave this on here.My name is Rico and I was Mitchell's Merchant Experience specialist here at Evergreen Payment Solutions I managed his account for the first 90 days.He was a pleasure to work with and I give this Business 5 Stars Hands down!“
“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.“
“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.“
“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.“
“This bar is a gem!! Great atmosphere! Drinks are very reasonably priced. The staff is friendly and welcoming! How can you not love a shake of the day and pull tabs!! The outdoor seating is great in the summertime! Perfect place to watch a packer game!!“
“Best bar there is in Waunakee. Great burgers made fresh with beef from the butcher down the road. Go on Sunday for a great Bloody Mary made by Cheryl or Marci.Parking: Parking is slim in most instances out front along the highway. More parking is available in back.Wheelchair accessibility: Not necessarily wheelchair accessibly. I little work would need to be done to get in the establishment.“
“The brunch menu's double smash burger with a fried egg added was amazing. Whatever they do to the bacon on the burger is magical. The donut trio was good. I wish my wife's French toast was as good. The French toast wasn't very eggy at all and it was very moist, not in a good way. Good presentation on all of the above. I'd go back for all but the French toast.“
“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.“
“Our absolute favorite place in Dane County! Hosted my fella's 50th birthday party in the outdoor area in May - was absolutely seamless and beyond fun! The ambience, updates, menu, drink selection, specialty pizza nights....all off the charts awesome! Chuck, Kate and the RT crew are attentive, friendly, fun, speedy, welcoming, accommodating......I could go on and on. 11 out of 10 highly recommend!“
“I ordered the Mushroom Chicken. It was delicious! Two tender grilled chicken breasts and a very nice fresh mushroom sauce. Large enough entree for two to share. It comes with a choice of side so I went with the roasted potatoes and it was perfect with the mushrooms chicken!“
“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.“
“I saw the reviews, so I gave it a shot. Let me start with the fact that I was pretty hungry to begin with, and I'm a foodie. I sat down here during slow hours (~7pm on a Monday) with no expectations. Within 60 seconds I had my water (no ice) in front of me, with the chips and the queso (I requested the queso). Within another minute someone was ready to take my order. I asked for their opinion and they said the burrito diablo. Less than 10 full minutes from walking in elapsed before my food was given to me. Now, as a person, I'm chronically online- always. I scroll through my meals 95+% of the time. While I ate this burrito, I forgot my phone and the Internet existed altogether. I had only one mission: eat this food for all it is worth. And I did. Before I could finish a handful of chips after the burrito, they kindly brought the check over and made sure I enjoyed the meal. Total cost for the burrito diablo + side of queso (queso is typically supposed to be shared): $22.30. The service was great, the food was phenomenal, and I certainly wouldn't get my food faster at any other restaurant. 10/10, I'll be going here for my birthday“
“Oakcrest is exactly what Oakcrest wants to be, and that is absolutely amazing. My wife and I come here for Tuesday dates while the kids are in school, and we've never had a bad experience. I can't recommend this place enough. Best burger in Madison!“
“A nice little country bar nestled in a picturesque unincorporated community of Martinsville, WI just south of U.S. highway 12 and about 10 miles north of Middleton with great food and a friendly accommodating staff. Their hamburgers are great and daily lunch specials will not let you go away hungry.“
“"An evening at Brass Ring is an experience worth raising a glass to! From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted by the warm ambiance and the buzz of excitement. The inviting atmosphere is perfect for both casual hangouts and lively gatherings with friends.The highlight of the night? The thrilling trivia games that keep you on your toes and your brain buzzing with excitement. Whether you're a seasoned trivia pro or just looking for some fun, Brass Ring delivers with challenging questions and a lively crowd eager to showcase their knowledge.And let's not forget about the pool tables! Whether you're a shark or just starting out, there's something undeniably satisfying about sinking that perfect shot while enjoying a cold drink and great company.But it's not just the games that make Brass Ring stand out. The staff is friendly and attentive, always ready with a smile and a recommendation for your next drink. And speaking of drinks, the menu boasts an impressive selection of beers, cocktails, and spirits to suit every taste.Add in the cozy seating, fantastic music, and occasional themed nights, and you have all the ingredients for an unforgettable evening. Whether you're looking for a place to unwind after work or a lively spot to kick off the weekend, [Bar Name] has you covered. Cheers to good times and great memories at Brass Ring!"“
“This place is an old-school tavern style bar, on Railroad street next to Miller's Market. It has clean bathrooms, with drinks a plenty and freshly fried, quickly served bar food. This is a great hole in the wall with darts and music, great service, friendly patrons with generous hours.“
“It's a dive bar just off the square- if you expect more from a place that's been owned by the same family since prohibition than that, go somewhere else. Service was exceptional, as was the music of my youth! Think they have a pizza oven for frozen pies- friends brought in eats from the place named after a cocktail a couple of blocks away to absorb beverages. Go, have fun, and just be yourself!“
“Pitcher's Pub has been around for a longTime. The Entrance is Very poor andNOT Lighted. It is very difficult to seeThe access. THE REST OF THE BAR ISSUPER. GREAT EMPLOYEES THERE- ⭐Parking: Pitcher's Pub is an Awesome place toVisit. Atmosphere Rules. Very GreatEmployees there-!! ? ?“
“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.“
“My friend got married at the capitol and we had seating planned for all 14 of us, but one of the tables didn’t end up leaving like we thought- The manager and wait staff were amazing and made something else work with no ask. Amazing service and so thankful“
“It would be hard to find a more authentic Wisconsin experience without driving deep into the state. Owner is a very nice guy, veteran, has worked there for years and took it over from the previous owner and has kept the history going. A friendly warm place.“