Lots of fun on a summer evening - sometimes there's a band ( which means a crowd) and other times…read moreyou feel like you have the place to yourself! Great bar, unmatched views of Madison's beauty, friendly vibe always!

A shorter review since I was just here on a random Monday evening meeting up some co-workers who…read moreI'd never met in person before. The tiki bar didn't seem to be open, but since I was driving anyway and we had a long day of meetings the next day I didn't miss it. Since I'm coming from Illinois I had to get the requisite Spotted Cow. A fly took a swim in my colleague's beer who was really looking forward to it after a long day of travel, and they were nice enough to give her a fresh one. I also got a freshly grilled brat and some chips for just $6 which feels like a steal these days. Overall a nice place to chill with a great view of the lake and can see why it might be a popular spot for events.

Private party group of 60. Self service chicken and beef buffet. Beef was passable but chicken was…read moreover cooked and tasteless. Desserts were tasty though. Though sound baffles hung from ceiling diner noise was deafening. Also, even with heavy rains you could hear the passing freight trains. Could not image anyone wanting to park their AV here.

Do Not Book here, go to WhiteTale Bluff (family owned, much better business)…read more Save your money, they will not refund you if you want to leave and admitted everyone complains about the trains. The TRAINS and HORNS all throughout the night will keep you up, SHAKING your camper. It is so bad, we left the second night without them offering a refund. Would rather lose our $69 per night, than our sleep and sanity. Your welcome in advance for the warning.

Amazing on all fronts! We were lucky enough to get a chefs counter seat and could watch all the…read morehard work and love that goes into all the dishes here. The head chef Casey served us our plates and he was a delight to chat with! He puts so much love and thought into every dish. He explained some of the inspirations for things on the menu which was fun! If you are vegetarian this place is a dream with tons of options! Do not be fooled, they are very filling. My husband and I shared the marinated white beans on toast, cauliflower, oyster mushroom and pesto spaghetti. All were great and delicious! Least fav (although still tasty) may have been the cauliflower cuz it's fried and gets a little heavy but the raisins in the dish are a nice surprise and treat! Although tapas style, the portions are generous. You can taste how fresh the Ingredients are in each dish as well. The pesto was a flavor bomb of fresh basil and garlic! The drinks are also top notch with interesting ingredient that create a wonderful medley together. Highly recommend trying a few. For dessert we shared the bay leaf cake and the creme brûlée- also delicious. I look forward to returning the next time I visit Madison. Also love how the restaurant ambiance is a homage to blanches lanai from golden girls! It's a fun space with great decor. Recommend getting there early as they don't take reservations and it gets very busy on the weekend! Highly recommend and overall a wonderful experience!

I've dined at MM more than 10 times since moving to the area, and the food is consistently…read morecreative, flavorful, and among the most exciting in Madison's dining scene. They clearly take risks in the best way, and it often pays off. The only reason I can't give five stars is an ongoing issue with salt levels. On a few occasions, dishes haven't just been slightly over-seasoned, they've been overwhelmingly salty to the point of overpowering the flavor and, at times, bordering on inedible. And that's coming from someone who genuinely enjoys salty food. When they get the balance right, the food is exceptional. I just wish the seasoning were more consistent.

Wow this place is super cute and fun! It's small - so keep that in mind, but bring your island…read morespirit when you walk in the door. And if you forgot it, don't worry, the leis and surfboards, and tropical drinks are sure to take you there. The staff was super great too - they bring a fun vibe! My only gripe is that it's a smidge overpriced.... Otherwise love this bar!

Had a great time. Was in St Charles for dinner and came out of where we ate and noticed the bar…read more Decided to walk in for a drink and was happily surprised by all of it. Had no idea it was there and the bar tender was super busy but super friendly and provided great service. Place was crowded and lively. It was a great place to have a very casual drink.

Want to sit out, relax, let life float by and have a dink and a nosh while you do it? This is the…read moreplace for you. No this is not fancy so don't expect it. the wait staff is there to help so when they tell you that they can bring a smaller nacho.....you might want to listen as the regular nacho is gigantic. Drinks are brought out at a regular clip if that's what you are into and food it stick to your ribs kind. I had a grilled fish sandwich and since I belive it was Mahi Mahi it was a tiny bit on the fishy side, but I wasn't expecting fresh in Iowa. Better read might have elevated this from Ok to something you would come back for. I think the advantage here is location as it is right on the river and if you have a boat it would be great to arrive in it.

Not a good experience. Slow and poor service…read more Pulled pork nachos no longer with nachos, just waffle fries. Although other nacho options on menu, Waitress said substitution nachos for the fries was not an option in a cold tone. Really? Coleslaw was also not available for the fish and chips, but for an UP-CHARGE there were other options like a small side salad. UP-CHARGE, really??? No reasonable substitutions here when you run out? There were also no weekly specials as mentioned on the menu. Overall, poor service and don't recommend.

A 23.00 salad made with ice berg lettuce, mixed drinks served in plastic kids cups, our server…read morewould take orders for a couple people and then would disappear for 5 minutes and then would come back a while later and grab a few more. Several drinks were forgotten. Would not go back.

We have been here twice, staff not welcoming,small portions (taco plate). We did enjoy the outside…read moreseating.

Stopped in for lunch. Heard the burgers were good and they were. Quaint place with a lot of…read morecharacter. Grill right behind the bar. Friendly greeting by one of the owners. Wifey had a hamburger with a slice of raw onion. I went with the cheeseburger, pepper jack and a slice of raw onion. Split an order of seasoned fries. Burgers were large, guessing 1/3 to 1/2 a pound, coarse ground beef cooked perfectly for us. Fries were piping hot and nicely seasoned. Everything was excellent. Food came hot to the table. Service was fast and friendly. Highly recommend without any reservations. Will head back on a Friday for the fish fry.

Before you walk in, take a moment to study the rough-hewn, hand-carved columns outside. Cool. I…read morewonder who made them but didn't bother to ask anyone about their history. Inside, it's all lodge-like knotty cedar on it's high ceiling and walls, and while that may not be novel for this part of the state, it is especially good quality, well-maintained, and nicely designed compared to the interiors of many of the other well-worn taverns in the area. However; that does not carry over to the bar seats that are well worn-out and held together with electric tape. So who cares, no one can see it once their butt is firmly in place. Highly recommended: Prime Rib breakfast every Saturday and Sunday from 8a.m. til 12 p.m. Tender, juicy, lightly browned, served with tasty au jus, eggs your way, and hash browns made "special" with the addition of onion and melted cheese, on request. Noteworthy touches: an adorable, elderly poodle mascot behind the bar, a lazy calico cat with her name embroidered on her own stool, and customers are welcome to bring in their well-behaved pups, as well; I would be remiss not to mention a small but adequate selection of slots in a side room near the screened back door. The requisite beer and alcohol are available but served in plastic "glasses", so do like the natives and drink beer from the bottle. Full, decent quality pub grub menu. Ask the bartender for directions to Trader's tiki bar and food on the adjacent camp grounds on the Wisconsin river. It's called an island and it has the vibe. If the upscale, aggressive bar scene in Chicago is beginning to seem more chore than it's worth, the quasi-dive/restaurants and supper clubs strung like wooden beads on a coir chain along the by-ways of this close-in Driftless Region (Google it) of Wisconsin are well worth the scenic, pastoral drive and time--especially if you're not looking to hook up, fall in love, get married, and have kids. It's simply a great way to unwind, relax, and just be yourself by yourself, with your best buds, or SO--and return home with change for your ten-spot jingling in your pocket.

We had an excellent meal at Sandbar on St. George Island. The fried shrimp was delicious (8/10),…read moreand the blackened scallops and grouper were outstanding (9/10). The chicken nuggets and hamburger were surprisingly great (10/10), and the pimento cheese side was the star of the meal (12/10). Everything was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. I'll definitely be back for many years to come and highly recommend this spot for casual, delicious coastal food. Mark

We enjoyed our dinner. Oysters are always delicious. Big and meaty!…read more We love that we can bring our little doggie inside too!