Dotty Dumpling's Dowry
Burger Joint and Bar$$$$
Madison
The burgers at Dotty Dumpling's Dowry is a can't miss
"Had this with the Melting Pot, best burger I ever had! Viva Madison!"(7 Tips)
"The best burgers in Madison, by far."(5 Tips)
"Burgers, cheese curds, fries, chili"(7 Tips)
"The sampler basket has the best of everything in it."(3 Tips)
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Fantastic Friday night fish fry! Best fish I've fastest outside of New England! Lovely atmosphere, and love the old music. Best place to eat downtown.
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Ben LuginbillApril 20, 2020Some of the favorite burgers in Madison and has been apart of UW community for decades. Had to try the appetizer sampler with Cheese Curds and Mac&Cheese wedges. Pair with Spotted Cow beer!Upvote3Downvote- John KMay 10, 2017Poutine fries & a Bayou burger! Fries were very good. Burger got a little overwhelmed by the hot sauce but it was very good. I know why this place is popular!Upvote2Downvote
Nia LewisApril 23, 2013The Southwest, every time! I think the barbecue sauce has bacon in it... YUMMM. Get garlic sauce on the side, and dip your burger and fries. You're welcome.Upvote1Downvote
David HJune 3, 2016The cheese curds are good, the service is great and the fries are just right (not too salty). I would definitely eat here again.UpvoteDownvote- BethJune 22, 2014Fabulous veggie burger but really messy. The onion rings my friends ordered were delish! Exactly how onion rings should be made. Will be back!Upvote2Downvote
IanSeptember 19, 2014Start with cheese curds. Do not skip the cheese curds. Get a 3 Sheeps Brewing Rebel Kent on tap and any burger... And be very very happy.UpvoteDownvote
Linds EllisApril 4, 2017Always thought they made dumplings 🙄 the make my own burger was amazing. With sweet potato fries. So yummy!UpvoteDownvote- The best burgers in Madison, by far. Finish your meal with a delicious malted shake.UpvoteDownvote
Burgers are the best in town. Bartenders are very friendly even when place is packed with anxious Badger fans.UpvoteDownvote
Robinson CookAugust 14, 2016Some of the best burgers I've ever had. Definitely the best I've had in Madison.UpvoteDownvote
Best burgers in town. Make sure to order a side of the garlic sauce for your burger or fries.UpvoteDownvote
Allison SlakterMarch 3, 2016The melting pot and toadstool burgers are unreal. Definitely start with a sample basket of fried goodies.Upvote1Downvote
Irvin ChenMay 9, 2013Everybody rants and raves about the sampler basket. That's 'cuz they're right. Do yourself a favor and buy into the hype.Upvote1Downvote
Matthew LaForgeOctober 5, 2011You can get any burger made with buffalo, which is awesome! I love the new Rolls Royce burger. Huge selection of micro-brews on tap.UpvoteDownvote
Sara RobertsonJuly 20, 2017Classic burger is fantastic with their bacon mayo. Friendly FOH staff.UpvoteDownvote- Tyler LNovember 18, 2015Atmosphere, music playlist, cool vibe, great burger, friendly staffUpvoteDownvote
Alice FerrisOctober 6, 2016Try the Fish Fry - Perfect fried walleye on a Friday in Wisconsin (via @Foodspotting)UpvoteDownvote- Scott BradyOctober 14, 2016Curds and fried mushrooms are great. Best burgers in Madison.UpvoteDownvote
- Jack SchulteFebruary 23, 2016Great service and charbroiled burgers served on a toasted semmel roll.UpvoteDownvote
Chas WagginsDecember 20, 2016Black and blue burger with a side of onion rings, hard to beat.UpvoteDownvote
Marita RoddyFebruary 18, 2017Hamburgers and sweet potato and truffle fries were EXCEPTIONAL!,UpvoteDownvote
Corey JacobAugust 15, 2014Bring your bib because these burgers are messy yet delicious!UpvoteDownvote
Melting Pot Burger with a Hopalicious (or Ballistic IPA if available). Enough Said.Upvote2Downvote
Brian HamricJuly 1, 2016Food is OK, I've had better burgers in many places, but certainly not a bad option when you're in Madison. Service was friendly and helpfulUpvoteDownvote
Leo F. MartinezNovember 15, 2012Great burgers and sampler basket! I'm going back for sure!UpvoteDownvote
- MoRizaJune 18, 2011Try the Ale Asylum Hopalicious - I'm so hop hip tonite. Had this with the Melting Pot, best burger I ever had! Viva Madison!UpvoteDownvote
AJ StorrsDecember 5, 2009The Heartthrob burger is a close second to the Melting Pot, especially if you like the spicy. The chili is also excellent.Upvote3Downvote
Michael BJanuary 20, 2013Spend your money elsewhere! Hour time limit at your table, even when eating dinner. Our waitress warned us when we had 30 minutes and 15 minutes left. So much for Wisconsin hospitality.
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Vin SparksNovember 18, 2013Check the price of you're drink. I got charged $10 each for a Blind Russian.UpvoteDownvote
GregMarch 16, 2012Maybe it was an off night, but I wasn't too impressed with the heart throb. Onion rings were excellent...get them with garlic dipping sauce.UpvoteDownvote
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- 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
(608) 259-0000
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