A nice little local spot that's a bit hidden. MadisonTap is classy without being pretentious…read more Disclaimer: I did not order food here so my review may be a bit biased. The bartender assured us that their vegan options were incredible. MadisonTap features many local Wisconsin beers on tap. They seem to often rotate the beers and keep a solid selection. MadisonTap was spacious with bar seats, tables, and booths available. The design and decor were well thought out. The crowd seems to be young professionals in their mid-20s to early 30s. I don't recall the beers I got here but I do remember prices being ~$7-10 range mark. The bartender and owner place special emphasis on being vegetarian and vegan friendly. Even one of the cocktails used vegan butter. There was a single bartender when I visited but it was a bit slow. We had a great conversation and watched Christmas movies on the projectors. Overall, solid experience. 5/5. Favorited in Madison, WI.

This was a fun find for us while we were in town. It was a bit hard to locate - we heard live music…read morebut couldn't tell if we could enter from the back. We entered from the front of the building. It looks like they feature a different brewery every month. The interior of the bar was pretty classy and new. Their patio was very cool and spacious. A great patio for evening drinks! The live music was pretty good too. Can't speak to the food however, since we didn't eat there.

Bartenders were very nice and helpful - they accommodated our large party on a Sunday night! Great…read moreambience and great drinks!!

I love ROBIN ROOM! I was on a trip out of the states a few weeks ago, and all I could think about…read moreeach time I ordered a drink abroad, were the artisans behind the bar at RR. Their expertise is unmatched, if you're searching for a well balanced cocktail this is the place. They're knowledgeable, welcoming, and always willing to try something different, which is something I highly value about Robin Room.

We would definitely recommend Atico Lounge to anyone in the Madison area! We hosted a welcome party…read morefor my sister's wedding here, and the entire team was amazing from start to finish. A special shoutout to Ann, who was incredibly helpful with all of the planning and coordination leading up to the event. The staff was fantastic as well, especially Ben and Alin, who kept the bar running smoothly and made sure everyone had a great time. Our guests absolutely loved the rooftop views, the atmosphere, and the delicious food. It was the perfect place to kick off the wedding weekend, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Next time we're back in Madison, we'll definitely be stopping by Atico Lounge again!

Terrible non alcoholic / non caloric beverage selection. No iced tea and only diet coke instead of…read morecoke zero? Come on get with the times.

The best craft cocktail bar in Madison. Very experienced bartenders, an owner that knows the…read morebusiness inside and out, and at atmosphere that is unmatched in Madison. I appreciate the rotating cocktail menu. I get to try a new and exciting cocktail every time I visit PP.

My boyfriend and I happened upon this bar and decided to check it out before our concert at the…read moreSylvee and we loved it! If we were local to Madison we would probably become regulars and would love to return when we're in the area again. The bartender was prompt, friendly, and knew the menu well, able to provide detailed recommendations. I loved my Mezcal drink and thought the cup and toppings were so cute and thoughtful (red high heel cup). The flavors of the drink went very well together. The decor in the bar was so cute. The gallery wall detail, comfortable yet stylish seating. Very classy vibe but you would feel comfortable in dress wear or casual attire.

We stopped here while waiting for a reservation at Ahan! Such a hidden gem, total hole in the wall…read more The space was decorated so cute for Halloween. It was not busy at all on a Friday night. The bartender was wonderful to chat with and told us some fun history of the space. Cocktails were made well, and they had a great tap list. The Moscow mule seems to be their special!

Friendly and lively place on a Friday, stopped in after dinner at Feast. No real food, but…read moredelicious beer on tap, bright interior and welcoming bartender and patrons alike. Right behind the Wisco.

Stopped in for a quick drink before a concert and had a nice experience. The drink prices are…read moredefinitely a reason I would come back, and the bartender working that day was friendly and attentive. It's a good spot to stop by when you're looking for somewhere casual to grab a drink before a show without spending too much. We were only there for drinks this time, but I'd come back again.

The prices keep us coming back and the weekly bartender is great and has been here a while…read more We are just here for a drink

What an awesome way to kick off our road trip! This was our first brewery stop on our first night,…read moreand it couldn't have been better. The entire staff was welcoming, friendly, and genuinely seemed happy we were there. Terry was especially fantastic--super engaging, took the time to chat with us, and made us feel like regulars instead of travelers just passing through. The beer is just as solid as the food. They poured a fantastic hazy IPA that was so good I ended up taking a crowler home on day one of our trip! The burgers were excellent too--great flavor, cooked perfectly, and exactly what we needed after a long day on the road. The beer, food, atmosphere, and service all came together to make this a memorable stop. If you're in the Madison area, don't miss this place. We'll definitely be back the next time our adventures bring us through!

Grabbed a drink before mannequin Pussy I ordered the…read moreespresso martini, definitely not made , definitely poured out of a bottle, hated it! But love the vintage, the vibe, and we will always come here

We have a great time every time we visit high noon saloon. We usually sit in the very small seating…read moresection upstairs but occasionally get down right to the band on the floor. This time we opted for upstairs seating and went downstairs to grab a couple of drinks just prior to the show starting. The beverage service is generally prompt even though at times there can be a long lines. The biggest joy is hearing these small bands perform and hoping for them that they make it to the big time!

A lovely 400 seat capacity venue complete with a loft that features tables and chairs. From the…read morestreet, the space is available for lease, but on the backside it's all business. The wife and I were in town and had come to see Not Quite Brothers (Iowa) which have a phenomenal mixed set list that covers more decades than their age would suggest. In fact, I'm pretty sure the majority of the crowd were older than the band. Regardless, a good time was had by all. I'm pretty sure this Saturday night show was wrapped up and had a bow put on it by 10 or 10:30pm. I would totally come see a show here again and would totally see NQB again. One interesting thing to note about NQB, is that once they hit the stage, they played non-stop until they were done, no breaks, came back for an encore set and done \m/

Pro: Games! Cheap Booze! Clean Bathroom!…read more Con: Missing some classic games. North of downtown Madison hides this gem. Pinballs in the back, Smash bro by boardgame room, guitar hero by the front entrance, bar right in the middle. There are tons of retro games from paper boy to TMNT to MK2. Drinks are cheap, Long Island, Sex on the Beach, and beer was only 18 dollars. Freaking amazing. Do respect the neighborhood and be quiet when leaving the joint, it's around residential area.

I'm not a barcade regular, but it always tends to be something that my husband and I do on…read morevacation. I found there was a good selection of games that even I enjoyed! We did get a couple drinks and the bartender was MIA for a while so it took probably 10 minutes, but other than that we had a great time!

I. love. the. Up. North. When I lived on Willy street the Up…read moreNorth became my bar. I was never a regular at a bar until I was within walking distance of the Up North. The people that work there are really nice. The atmosphere is always calm and cozy. Very very rarely do a few drunk frat boys dribble in there if the Essen Haus is too busy. People seem to overlook it and thats a part of why I love it. The regulars that go there are also really fun. When I want to hang out with a friend and have a good conversation I go to the Up North. Its always really chill in there. There's a pinball machine if you need it. There's always drinks specials. And popcorn. Basically I have no complaints about the Up North. Its a great bar.

Stopped in about a month ago for a friend's little get together, and had a great time! Currently…read morepregnant, so can't shed much light on the beverage situation, but the vibe is fun and pretty much quintessential Wisconsin bar. My kids enjoyed the pinball machines and the board games they had available, and it was the perfect day to sit outside on the deck. We were thrilled to find out that it is non-smoking out there, because we were able to hang out with our kids out there and just enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. I definitely plan to return post-partum to enjoy some alcoholic beverages at this fun establishment!