Few people know what a bierock is. I saw the sign as soon as we pulled into the parking lot and…read moreknew we had to investigate. I left hubby with no option other than stopping for lunch or at least ordering some food to go. I lived in Kansas as a teenager and fondly remember discovering bierocks and later making them for my own family. I wish we were locals because not only are the bierocks good, but this place has a fun vibe that would definitely bring us back. It was a game day when we stopped, and there was a fair crowd cheering on their favorite Wisconsin team. We ordered a Classic with Bavarian seasoning and a Rosemary Lamb Bierock to go along with some jalapeño poppers. I really enjoyed the Classic with the additional seasoning. It gave it an added boost of flavor. My husband was pleased with the Rosemary Lamb. Each came with chips and a pickle. Next time, I hope we can stop in and stay for a cocktail or craft beer as well.

German pastries filled with different meats and served with dipping sauces. Reasonable prices on…read moreappetizers and meals-- especially considering that chips are included and you can upgrade to a variety of side dishes. Live bands on the weekends. Place was not busy and our order was messed up -- ingredients and sides weren't correct or were missing -- which is the reason for 3 stars. We did get comped one meal due to the fact that an entire meal for our son wasn't made and we had to wait another 15 minutes for it to be cooked. Overall, I'd like to try this place again to see if it can regain some stars and my confidence in the service.

We are travelers and had a hard time finding a brunch spot downtown that didn't have a long line…read moreout the door, saw this spot recommended by locals on Reddit and even though they too were packed - we were lucky and got into a table for two almost immediately. They were efficient with the flow of people, most not having to wait. They offer self-serve coffee ($3)/water, and can order other drinks - I thought the coffee was well brewed. Our server was kind, attentive, and our food came out fast. We went with the carnitas verdes and the rooster. Both were decent, good portion size, and good value. We preferred the rooster a bit more - like a breakfast blt - super flavorful sauce on it and good bacon! The carnitas just didn't hit for us, lacked the flavor we were looking for but the meat was well cooked. Loved the ambiance and vibes here, felt like an old school small town spot where everyone hangs!

Not pictured: fries and fried pickles because we ate them too quickly. The food here is always…read moregreat fresh, delicious, and exactly what you expect. The service is always great as well. They have different seating sections for any mood.

We were trying to go to another bar in the area on valentines and it was already full so we…read morestumbled over here and we were not disappointed. First thing is they have touch tunes so you can set your own vibes for the night. The decor and lighting is perfect. A lot of velvet seating and gold accents. It is a dog friendly space which is kind of random for a cocktail bar but I don't mind it. I pet 4 dogs. The bartenders were super nice. I ordered the "Yes you can buy me love" which was Espolon Tequila, Strawberry, Lime Juice, Triple Sec, Coconut Milk, Mint, Sugar Rim. It was really good. I also tried my husband's "Stuck in a Snowbank" which was state line coffee liqueur, bourbon cream, frangelico, cold brew. It basically tasted like a coffee that was a little sweeter. All the cocktails were great. Again I'm so glad we stumbled across this stop because even the bar goers were super nice.

Stopped in to catch-up with a friend on a Wednesday night and was shocked at how busy they were!…read moreTurns out they had a cheese raffle that evening. How fun! The lounge has a moody vibe that you really wouldn't guess from the outside. It's the perfect place to escape the cold and warm up with a cozy cocktail. They also change their cocktail menu seasonally, offering something a little fun for each season. It's evident the owners care about the community, as they are frequently offering events to support local providers (River Valley Food Pantry on the night we were there), and have specials for those who we couldn't be without (hello nurses and teachers). They're also dog friendly!

Well I am upset with myself because I deleted all of the photos after posting them to Instagram and…read morecompletely forgot to upload them here. They are a terrific spot just out of the downtown area. I swear I thought I left this review before. We had the nicest server, there were three little casino games in one corner. There's outside seating and indoor tables and a full bar area. Bathrooms are nice. Parking is easy and free. And then we stopped by the park on our way back to downtown area. We got their special which was the fish taco. A $5 for that and for cheese curds. There's a whole menu. Everything was super delicious. If I ever make it back to the area come I will definitely go here!

What a solid place! One of the best chicken club sandwiches ever! Monster beer selection and…read morefriendly staff. Very unassuming but great spot.

Dexter's has one of my favorite fish frys. They make a good old fashioned and have a nice beer…read moreselection. Like any good Friday night spot, expect to wait in the bar or choose to enjoy their outdoor area. They have buzzers so you don't need to be listening for your name. Parking lot is small but street parking is typically available.

First time visit and we are from out of the area. Seated immediately at 4:45pm on a Friday…read more Friendly capable female server. Had a house wine special and my husband was pleased with tap beer options. Space was clean and bright. Seated a bit too close to adjacent table that had a loud woman patron unfortunately. Menu options broad and many things sounded good. Since it was a Friday I went with shrimp with upgraded Brussels sprouts side. Tasty entree with very light batter but rye bread was cold and dry and Brussels sprouts were overdone. My husband had fried walleye with baked potato. He enjoyed every bite. The coleslaw side was very good. Next time I'm leaving room for dessert! $4 for homemade ice cream sandwiches or mini cheesecake l! Outside space in back looked really nice for warm weather days/nights. Would definitely come back when in Madison.

Run don't walk to Lola's to try their Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich before their menu changes for…read morethe summer. I kid you not, I visited the restaurant twice within 24 hours after having one for the first time. One of the best meals I've had in Madison in a while! As always, great vibes, lovely staff, and dope tunes.

Went here for the first time on a Saturday evening for a Girls' Night Out, and it was so amazing! I…read moreloved the lighting, the decor, and overall it was giving "cozy cocktail lounge with a bit of class". Our server was so kind, she made sure that we were well taken care of, and checked in every so often to see if we wanted any more drinks. But the food-- wow! It was so delicious and I don't think I've had better cheese curds than at Lola's. The cheesiness and crunch were perfect, and it was not too hot to burn your mouth. Everything we ordered was so good, and the Pelmeni was super flavorful. I wish we had more rangoons, but I have no complaints about the food. Passionstar Martini was the best drink we ordered here. I definitely can see myself coming back here for another fun night Only downside about this place is that there are only 2 bathrooms (yes, single-person bathrooms) throughout the entire establishment. It gets a little crowded waiting for it, but otherwise everything else was amazing.

Let's be honest. You aren't coming here for an expertly crafted cocktail. Jerry's feels like you…read morewalked into your neighbor's rec room. A few tvs, a solid sound system, and some cheap ass drinks. Definitely some regular's bellied up the bar but a great place to tip back a few. A corner tap at it's finest.

What cant you say say about jerrys. Highway. Beautiful outddor patio. Meth carryout. Limes. Bravo,…read moreMadison

Like the other reviews stated, this is your typical Wisco five bar with cheap eats and a local…read morecrowd of regulars. --Bring cash to save 3.5% But even if you don't, it's truly one of the last places to have lunch specials around $10 and so many app choices around $6! My old fashioned was taller than expected for $6.50. Ordered a turkey burger + pepper jack cheese for $7.50 and a full order of tots for $3!!! They have several TVs for viewing sports and a long bar that faces the open kitchen. BONUS: free popcorn at the entrance (helpie-selflie). I was greeted right away by a friendly bartender that ran the entire place (kitchen, bar, tables) all on her own, without skipping a beat. They have a stack of cards & table games behind the bar if you're so inclined to ask. And a couple gaming machines too.

Casual bar and grill. We enjoyed beers and a Bloody Mary, ribeye sandwich, Reuben sandwich,…read morecheeseburger, French fries, and onion rings. Plenty of food for 3 adults to share the sides. Good service, we ordered at the bar and male bartender brought out our food. We would come back as we hear the fish fry is good.

We stopped for a quick snack and ordered the Rueben sandwich. It was excellent. Service was superb…read more Nice clean restaurant with plenty of seating. Sand volleyball courts outside!

This place was packed with minimal seating left; a couple invited us to sit at their table; quite…read morenice of them to strangers. We like Murphy's; gotta be doing something right to bring in so many people. Had Friday night fish fry's Called in order; stopped earlier than the ready time for our take out. Enjoyed company and bartenders. Food was ready on time and great drinks before we left. If in the area stop by Murphy's! Food = A Drinks= A Customer service = A+ Patrons = A+

Pretty poor customer service - if any at all. No "hello", "How are you", "What can I get you…read moretoday". Then, when we asked for a basic coffee, they only had an Americano. And again I got only a blunt, "I can only make an Americano". No, "Sorry, we can only do Americanos." And no offer to charge me the price of a basic coffee (no basic coffee...at a coffeshop, imagine that!). And then when we recieved out cofee, no, "Thanks for stopping in". Noting but a, "Here's your coffee, this one has cream". If you want a sterile hipster atmosphere without any cozy, then this is the place for you!

I love the multiple businesses in here, and like how they often hold different events for vendors…read moreselling gifts, food, etc. I go to the Young Blood a lot and like how their beers are always rotating. I like that you can sit outside on the patio with dogs. Young Blood even gave us a small water bowl for our dog on our last visit. Definitely a chill place to sit inside too as it is nice and pretty spacious, although no dogs inside. Giving four stars because parking can be a challenge when they have events going on.