Guidebook for Madison
Food Scene
Hand rolled bagels, fresh squeezed juice, a plethora of cream cheeses to choose from, and tasty sandwiches. Located just off the Capitol Square, they open at 7AM and close by 3PM.
8 moradores locais recomendam
Gotham Bagels
112 E Mifflin StHand rolled bagels, fresh squeezed juice, a plethora of cream cheeses to choose from, and tasty sandwiches. Located just off the Capitol Square, they open at 7AM and close by 3PM.
If the Scramblers, omelettes, and pancakes don’t fill you up, try some of their house-baked pastries. Look for their black and yellow awning; they overlook State Street from the second floor and are a little tricky to spot.
Sunroom Cafe
638 State StIf the Scramblers, omelettes, and pancakes don’t fill you up, try some of their house-baked pastries. Look for their black and yellow awning; they overlook State Street from the second floor and are a little tricky to spot.
Kitty corner to Camp Randall Stadium, this place has been around longer than even the oldest tenured professors. Get there early on the weekends, this is everyone's favorite breakfast spot! We recommend splitting a hash as well as a milkshake; both are a meal to be reckoned with!
23 moradores locais recomendam
Mickies Dairy Bar
1511 Monroe StKitty corner to Camp Randall Stadium, this place has been around longer than even the oldest tenured professors. Get there early on the weekends, this is everyone's favorite breakfast spot! We recommend splitting a hash as well as a milkshake; both are a meal to be reckoned with!
Stop by here from 8AM to 2PM on Saturday or Sunday for “darn good breakfast with large portions and homestyle cooking.” The Crab Cake and Asparagus Benedict is our personal favorite, followed by their $3 dollar Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s.
6 moradores locais recomendam
Come Back In
508 E Wilson StStop by here from 8AM to 2PM on Saturday or Sunday for “darn good breakfast with large portions and homestyle cooking.” The Crab Cake and Asparagus Benedict is our personal favorite, followed by their $3 dollar Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s.
Best known for their mac and cheese pizza, their hand tossed za is sold both by the slice ($4) and whole pies ($15-30). Try out their salad bar; it is the hands-down the BEST one in town. Located at the top of State Street, it is a great option for lunch, dinner, and late-night (open until bar close 7 days a week).
14 moradores locais recomendam
Ian's Pizza on State
100 State StBest known for their mac and cheese pizza, their hand tossed za is sold both by the slice ($4) and whole pies ($15-30). Try out their salad bar; it is the hands-down the BEST one in town. Located at the top of State Street, it is a great option for lunch, dinner, and late-night (open until bar close 7 days a week).
With high quality ingredients and options Subway can only dream of, this top notch deli and convenience store is our favorite place to pick up a sandwich, some snacks, and a beverage.
Head to James Madison Park (one block down from Pinkus) for an instant lakeside picnic.
6 moradores locais recomendam
Pinkus McBride Market
301 N Hamilton StWith high quality ingredients and options Subway can only dream of, this top notch deli and convenience store is our favorite place to pick up a sandwich, some snacks, and a beverage.
Head to James Madison Park (one block down from Pinkus) for an instant lakeside picnic.
Food Carts! Empanadas, falafel, spring rolls, sliders, smoothies, tacos, pork buns.... and plenty of excellent outdoor seating!
You’ll find them parked both at Library Mall and around the Capitol Square
Library Mall
715 State StreetFood Carts! Empanadas, falafel, spring rolls, sliders, smoothies, tacos, pork buns.... and plenty of excellent outdoor seating!
You’ll find them parked both at Library Mall and around the Capitol Square
A restaurant as well as a craft brewery, their menu is versatile both in food and drink. Ask to sit in the beergarden and start the meal with an order of poutine and a pitcher of their Scotch Ale. Located less than two blocks off the Capitol Square
30 moradores locais recomendam
The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company
123 E Doty StA restaurant as well as a craft brewery, their menu is versatile both in food and drink. Ask to sit in the beergarden and start the meal with an order of poutine and a pitcher of their Scotch Ale. Located less than two blocks off the Capitol Square
Begin your Wisconsin themed dining experience with their cheese plate, cheese curds, or beer cheese soup. Or all three. Pair with a local brew or a Brandy Old Fashioned Sweet. Located on the Capitol Square.
86 moradores locais recomendam
The Old Fashioned
23 N Pinckney StBegin your Wisconsin themed dining experience with their cheese plate, cheese curds, or beer cheese soup. Or all three. Pair with a local brew or a Brandy Old Fashioned Sweet. Located on the Capitol Square.
Inspired by the New York gastropub scene, Graze serves locally sourced food and a great view of the Capitol. They don’t accept reservations, but waiting for a table is a great reason to stroll around the Square.
56 moradores locais recomendam
Graze
1 S Pinckney StInspired by the New York gastropub scene, Graze serves locally sourced food and a great view of the Capitol. They don’t accept reservations, but waiting for a table is a great reason to stroll around the Square.