Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Madison, Madison

Keith C. • August 26, 2016Great atmosphere; even better pizza. The crust on the deep-dish pizza is amazing - crispy and cheesy awesomeness!

Aaron F. • June 26, 2010Be sure to try the swordfish and ribs combo

Mary V. • July 20, 2019Food is amazing! Steaks are fantastic, scallop appetizer is superb

Lane P. • February 7, 2014Get the Cheese Curds and Mac and Cheese!

Jake I. • April 15, 2014They have great pour overs and super friendly staff. The space may be small (read as cozy!) but I think it's cool and enjoyable!

Clare • February 16, 2016everything is delicious, the staff is friendly & you can't beat the prices for farm to table eats!

Adam M. • May 22, 2010Don't want pizza today? Grab a salad. They offer some great signature salads and an amazing build your own salad bar.

Ally M. • July 22, 2015Yummy appetizers, like cheese curds and deviled eggs. Desserts are also wonderful.

Alexander O. • July 4, 2015The Bavarian pretzels are the best pretzels I've had and you can't go wrong with any of their coffee options.

Derek V. • December 26, 2013Never disappointed with the scrambler, but everything I have tried is fresh and flavorful. Weekdays are less trafficked. Also, try the marmalade on the table -- it's excellent!

Joe • August 14, 2010Get the duck mango roll!!

Angela W. • June 11, 2016Book a reservation for a special occasion: they'll make your celebration 20x better... with individualized menus, awesome service, and (of course) amazing food!

Andy S. • March 16, 2019You can’t go wrong with anything in the menu. The Italian will make you want to cry in the corner because it is not part of your daily life.

Siettah • December 31, 2014The savory French toast is delicious! I wanted to try the maple bacon donut but they had run out, so get there before noon if donuts are your thing!

Vesper V. • September 24, 2013I went here all the time back in college. So simple and so good. Fresh Black Earth beef or seasoned potato, you can't go wrong. My favorite way is with butter, curry, and hot sauce.

Kiersten S. • March 31, 2015Lovely restaurant with a very "Chicago" look and feel to it. Give it a try some evening for dinner! You won't be disappointed!

Sadashiv H. • June 6, 2010Awesome Pizzas..lots of vegetarian varieties..And its pretty cheap compared to other pizza outlets.

Mara B. • December 10, 2011Best steak I have ever tasted. Try the bacon wrapped tenderloin

Peter • June 21, 2021Proper specialty coffee spot with sammies.

Kristi H. • June 14, 2014Pizzas are great! The hot salami is killer!

Colby M. • August 4, 2017Great fries!

Amy R. • September 25, 2016Large selection of whiskey and a chill place for an after work cocktail

Brandy H. • August 23, 2014Hard working friendly staff, delicious food. Not a huge cocktail selection, but the ones they have are pretty good. Weekend DJ's play the best music ever! Cozy, dimly lit, grown & sexy atmosphere.

Oonline • July 31, 2011Mojito basil is refreshing but lite on the alcohol! Risotto cakes are to die for! All food super fresh and tasty.

Amber B. • June 29, 2013Original and delicious cocktails!! My only complaint...the glass is too small for the price!

Alice F. • July 16, 2016Try the Truffled Polenta - Polenta with mushrooms and duck egg. Yummy! (via @Foodspotting)

Joshua H. • November 23, 2018The crispy lobster was perfectly paired with the slaw. Note the slaw is in the tail shell. Calamari fries were perfectly cooked and delicious. The short ribs melted in your mouth.

Derek V. • May 31, 2013Outstanding. I recommend any dish with the braised boar - and you *must* try the Budino. I am not even a dessert guy...

Heather G. • March 17, 2010The falafel sandwich plus hummus is one of my favorites!

Tony V. • May 18, 2016All the sandwiches are good and try the turkey pasta curry salad. In the summer grab a sandwich or a salad and head down to the lake!