Where to Eat and Drink in Madison, Wisconsin

Where to Eat and Drink in Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison is an awesome foodie town and there are many more great restaurants and bars in the area than just these. I've chosen this short list because they are quintessentially "Madison" and great choices if you're in town for only a short time.
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Downtown Eats

The Old Fashioned
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Go for the classic Wisconsin fare: Fried cheese curds, Friday Fish Fry, Brats, and Brandy based cocktails
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Tipsy Cow
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Go for the fried goat cheese curds
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The Coopers Tavern
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Go for the great views of the Capitol, good food, and beer
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Graze Restaurant
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Go for the eclectic food mix and magic coffee
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Paul's Pel'meni
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Go for the Pelmeni. Nothing less, nothing more
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Ian’s Pizza Madison | State Street
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Go for the late night slice, especially the Mac and Cheese pizza
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DLUX
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Go for the weekend brunch with bottomless mimosas
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Downtown Drinks

The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company
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Go for the bar games and in house brews
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Paul's Club
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Go for the tree
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Red Rock Saloon
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Go for the country bar and mechanical bull
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Memorial Union
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Go for the relaxed outdoor atmosphere and lake views, sharing a pitcher of beer, and the iconic sunburst chairs
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Willy Street and Near East

Weary Traveler Freehouse
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Go for the vibes and Hungarian dishes
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A Pig In A Fur Coat
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Go for the Madison upscale cuisine
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Monty's Blue Plate Diner
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Go for a classic diner meal
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The Biergarten at Olbrich Park
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Go for a beer in the park
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The Burbs

Lake Louie Brewing and Wisconsin Brewing Company
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Go for the local brews
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Capital Brewery
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Go for the local brews and the brewery tour
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Julie's Journeying
Hi! I'm Julie, an avid traveler and explorer. I lived abroad in Dubai and the Netherlands for five years and have been to 70 countries across 6 continents (can't wait to check Antarctica of my bucket list someday!) Now that I'm settled back in the US (North Florida), a lot of my journeys are closer to home and I love being able to dive deep into a compare and contrast of the beaches, hikes, and other attractions in my area. I do extensive research and planning for my adventures and enjoy mid-price trips with a balance of outdoor nature based activities, culture, and great food. On my page, I embrace that variety is the spice of life and you can find a mix of guides, maps, and more detailed itineraries in a range of places I've been and loved.
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