We had a great experience dining at Eno Vino Downtown last Saturday evening. The service from Abby…read morewas simply amazing, and it made the whole evening event so pleasant. We went there to celebrate the 50th birthday of a friend from New York who was in town for the art fair. Abby was attentive, with good recommendations. She's such a sweetheart. We really had a wonderful time chatting with each other and eating the great food. The mocktails were excellent, and we decided on 2 sets of their special - a two-to-tango meal. The dishes were very generously served and delicious. I would highly recommend Eno Vino Downtown for any celebration.

I was staying in the hotel on a business trip and arrived later on a Sunday evening. Most of the…read moreother restaurants in the area were closed, so figured it was easiest to have dinner here. As a solo female diner, it's always intimidating to eat alone. When I arrived, I asked to sit at the bar, but saw free spots at the tables along the window. It was a beautiful night and I figured I was alone and could watch the sunset. I asked the bartender if I could sit there and she said yes, but I would have to order with a waiter. We'll I waited for a good 20 minutes without anyone checking on me before moving to the bar. The bar was really no better. Service was abysmal and the bartenders were not so friendly. The bar was also not well kept with glassware and napkins still in my space from the previous patron. I had to ask for water, napkin and utensils after my food came. I also had to ask for another drink, while the 2 girls next to me were attended to constantly. I ended up ordering the shrimp risotto and while tasty, it was too salty after a few bites. I'm giving 2 stars because they have a decent wine selection.

The experience overall was really great. The outdoor patio was perfect for a summer evening. We…read moreordered cheese curds for an appetizer which were really good and not overly breaded. I got the steak and bleu salad which was heavy on the blue cheese, but I really enjoyed it. I wish my steak was closer to a medium rare but was still good. The drinks were super fun and the service was good.

Such a good restaurant! It has a smaller menu but various options for everyone. There was plenty of…read moreindoor and outdoor seating and the staff was so kind! There was some very fun drinks that made the instagram :) The restaurant was fairly empty when we went but still had a lively ambiance at the bar. The restaurant was not wheelchair friendly, so just keep that in mind! And parking can be tricky- parking garage is likely the best option when going around supper time.

Mickey's is a proper local pub, right on Willy Street,…read moreRegardless of your sex/age/race, it's a great place to meet, We were told "you must try the food & sexy fries", We weren't disappointed, they weren't telling lies, So next time you're in the area, relax and follow your feet!

Mickey's Tavern may be one of my new favorite spots in the Madison! Located on the eclectic…read moreWilliamson Street, Mickey's is divey, local, welcoming with a tinge of new age and it works, really well. The exterior is quintessential old school dive bar from the worn paint to the old school PBR sign. When you walk in, you are quickly transported into a retro, yet new age space that features old school lighting and artwork mixed with new age neon's and a creative menu. Staff were excellent at the bar. They hooked it up and helped us choose just the right drink, and chatted us up for a while. Patrons were equally friendly, which was nice. With that, it has the vibe of Wisconsin from decor, menu, staff to patrons. We hung out in the main bar area for a while, and then discovered there was a whole other section with a pool table and more cozy style seating areas. They do offer your standard bar food, which looked and smelled good. However, we were there on a liquid diet, so cocktails is all we got, and we were not mad at it. Overall, absolutely in love with Mickey's Tavern. Will absolutely be back on my next visit to Madison!

They crank out good food, especially the Friday fish specials. Super club vibe with blue collar…read morefeel.

Had a quick noontime stop at Paul's Neighborhood Bar - a seems to be a good, fun spot with a…read moredecidedly corner-bar feel. There is a large kitchen, but try any food. Word is they have a very good fish fry that's worth sampling. The service was fast & friendly. This seems to be spot that'd be a favorite of people who live nearby.

Great Friday fish. Busy but service was excellent. Got there around 6:30 and got a table right…read moreaway. Ordered drink order taken as when knew we Hat we wanted. Cod and walley and both were perfectly cooked. Will be going back sooner than later as it had been some time since we were there last.

I've been eyeing this place but haven't wanted to come due to the low 3 star rating. But my sister…read morewanted to come here for her birthday dinner. We arrived at 7:15 and waitstaff quickly worked to get us seated. Drinks and app came quickly. Fast forward to 8:30 and our waitstaff was running around and still hadn't secured our orders, apologizing for the wait, offering 1 free cocktail out of the round of 3. He was extremely apologetic and thankful for our understanding. While it's still a 3 star review, the location is great-- outdoor seating is large and there's an outdoor bar if you just want drinks while playing one of the sand volleyball courts. The indoor atmosphere is a cozy, cabin vibe. There are gaming machines and a pool table tucked in the corner behind the fireplace. There's a second level loft/balcony that overlooks the lake. This spot is stellar and I know a lot of places are experiencing short staffing. I hope they can improve their service and gain a 4-5 star review soon.

What a cool spot in Madison! My friend took me here on a recent visit, and I'm so glad we went…read more Tucked in a strip mall, this place is unassuming outside, but the neon sign hints at the magic inside. When you walk in, the dim red lights and vinyl and moody bar set the scene instantly. We were seated right away - no line - on a Saturday evening. The decoration and ambiance inside is top tier! I got a mocktail with cardamom and cinnamon, and it wasn't my favorite - but that's okay. The food was a hit! They change the menu seasonally, and it had just changed. We split the pimento deviled eggs which were delicious. We also shared the spicy noodles and they were amazing - such incredible flavor. We didn't have enough room for pizza but were eyeing the St. Louis style one. The butterscotch pudding was phenomenal. Vibes were great and such a cool place to hang out!

Pros: Vibes. Walking into this space feels like you're leaving the rest of the world behind, in a…read moregood way. Service. Friendly, attentive and well informed without being overbearing or stuffy. Mid: the menu. It's all been fine buuut Cons: overpriced. It also gets too loud in here to have a conversation at times which is annoying. The space and menu also feels a whole lot like Natt Spil. I don't think it's owned by the same people but I don't know--maybe a little shady?

We often stay at the Ruby Marie when visiting Madison, which gives you a free breakfast at the Come…read moreBack Inn. The service is always great, tons of open tables, and never a wait! A great selection to choose from. I love their Cajun Hash. A cozy restaurant and great setting to grab a bite to eat while in town!

Had a good breakfast at the Come Back In - the CBI is an authentic Wisconsin bar & restaurant. Very…read morecasual and relaxed in the morning. Breakfast was good and the service was Madison-friendly. Not the fanciest place, but pretty dern good. Large parking lot which can be convenient in the downtown area.

I liked the cheese curds and the mushroom flatbread. The potato with some spicy tomato sauce was a…read morelittle weird, the roasted chicken was a little dry and the brownie cake with ice cream (the brownie was a little hard or stale). The short ribs were not as tender, the mashed potato could use a little bit of salt/seasoning. Service was not very good. In fact, it was very bad.

Sat at the corner of the bar with my husband on a Saturday night. Our bartender was awesome and…read moreattentive. The drinks were excellent and watching the mixologist at work was entertaining in itself.