Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Madison, Madison

Amy R. • May 29, 2016Cookie pizza is a great treat. I wish they had the steel pan pizza at lunch (but the wood fired is very tasty)

Lane P. • August 15, 2014Great place! Good beer selection and tasty burgers. Cheese Curds

John B. • September 29, 2017We came (thanks to all the tips) for the late night menu. It didn’t disappoint! Great snacks at a really affordable price. Get the French Onion Soup!

Stephen M. • August 9, 2015Great family style upscale Italian food. Plan on sharing dishes. The bacon wrapped dates are a phenomenal appetizer. Pizza is great. Will be back to try the pasta and large plates.

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!

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

Mary M. • May 3, 2013Love their brownies but Johnson Public house still makes the best cappuccino in town!

Stephen M. • September 5, 2015Try the French toast. Can't wait to go back and try a few more things.

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!

Alexey • February 27, 2022Best espresso in town!

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.

Rutta O. • August 21, 2014My favorite place to come for lunch :) try the hanger steak!

Slaveiko S. • August 3, 2015Great crepes with fresh-locally-sourced ingredients! Coffee is pretty good too.

Igal G. • August 2, 2017A must try if you're in town. Creamy and very tasty

Dave S. • July 4, 2015They make a fantastic variety of cheese curd. Massive chunks of gooey, deep-fried cheddar coupled with a thick, homemade buttermilk ranch dipping sauce. Always a good decision.

Jenni B. • August 15, 2016Wood fire pizza, lobster ravioli and 3 meat ragu are amazing! Great cozy vibe, authentic food and Chef Sal is a great host! Feels like we are back in Italy!

Yoli Z. • August 1, 2016Get the works !! Potato, meat, curry, butter and parsley. Soon yummy. Get the full size. They're tiny and addictive. Served with a little bit of Siracha and side or sour cream. Soo good!! Value price.

Keith C. • December 18, 2016Be brave and order the Blind Special. It changes every week, and you're allowed to ask whether it's sweet or savory. Always a great meal for $7!

Kellie L. • March 19, 2015Amazing craft cocktails. Dinner is spectacular, as is the bar food. Great place to unwind!

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

Colby M. • August 4, 2017Great fries!

Amanda H. • July 14, 2014Amazing food and customer service! Will def be back.

Anne R. • August 25, 2013The Reuben pizza is awesome! California Burger and Bacon Ranch Potato, too!

Blake R. • November 4, 2011One of Madison's steak triumvirate. This is a place to show off and impress. Great steak. Best calamari anywhere.

VazDrae L. • December 7, 2018Can’t go wrong here! Everything tastes so fresh and excellent. The sashimi was so good the fish just melted in my mouth. And every roll I had I loved! Try everything!

Angela O. • August 22, 2016Best Ribeye I've ever had, could have cut it with a fork. Outstanding meal, incredible service!

Andrew S. • June 7, 2017The Pizza Special is always outstanding. I've ordered it dozens of times and enjoyed it every time. highly recommend any food here ; can't go wrong

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.

Angela W. • October 17, 2011Try the Akin's Plate (Lamb & Beef) - Favorite go-to #lunch place along State St.

Maureen • November 21, 2012Great view of the Capitol! Scallop appetizer just melts in you mouth. Delicious! The seared tuna salad had so many wonderful flavors I really enjoyed it.