We were looking for someplace for breakfast this morning while on a weekend getaway. Everyplace in Madison had long lines, but I remembered walking by Madison's the day previous and seeing the "brunch" sign in the window. We walked over there and there wasn't a line, so we decided to take a chance. Madison's is obviously a wonderful secret! The food was awesome, the Bloody Mary solid, and the coffee really good. I had the biscuits and gravy and it was just unique enough to make it a "must have" when I return to Madison. The cheesy biscuit was a wonderful twist! The breakfast potatoes were very good, they just cooled off really fast. But, hey, what are you going to do about that? Nature wins out there. Great place! Will happily return in the future. read more

I've been here for brunch and I typically order the brisket Benedict. It's incredible. Filling. Today.....I decided to veer away from my usual. Coffee was watery. Water and cream...that's what it tastes like. Not sure what happened. I ordered the Biscuits with Gravy and as soon as it came out....I regretted veering away. The gravy was luuuuummmmppyyyyy. Bland, lumpy and between cold and lukewarm. I literally only ate one poached egg and couldn't eat the rest. See the picture... What was interesting is the service. Everyone else was getting their water refilled around me and my glass was empty the whole time. It was never refilled....I'm so hungry, thirsty, and disappointed. I had high hopes because everyone else ordered amazing choices and they finished their plates and I still had a full plate left. Server never asked if I wanted a box which servers usually ask if there is a lot of food on a plate...she just asked, "want me to take this away?" And I just handed it to her. No questions asked. Order anything BUT the Biscuits with Gravy. read more

Madison's - DO NOT order this...Biscuits with Gravy - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Great bottomless brunch, service, and ambiance! They have many tvs which also made it convenient for us to watch the football games that were on at the time! read more

Incredibly slow service, terrible atmosphere and our food came out cold. To add, the servers were unexpectedly rude to our entire party. Struck with disappointment, our party attempted to shake it off and have a good old brunchy time (as UW alumnus, this was our first time reuniting in months). Luckily we were able to make the best of the situation just until our server spilled a drink all over a member of our party. Drenched in sticky orange juice and surrounded by broken glass....just the cherry on top. To this day we are still waiting for an apology from our server. As a respectful paying customer who lives to "brunch," I can confidently say I will NEVER step foot in the Madison's establishment ever again. Instead of wasting your time, I would strongly consider Graze, Marigold or Sardine for a much better brunch experience. read more

Madison's - My yogurt came on a napkin.... - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Im surprised at the negative reviews on this place. Madison's is consistently one of my favorite spots to eat in Madison (ha). Full disclosure, I have only been here to eat, not dance. The cheese curds are easily top 5 in Madison..A bold statement that may offend some or many, I know. But I am sticking to it. They have great cocktails..although a little small but hey, thats "fancy," right? They also have a quality selection of beers on tap. I have never had anything but great service and a friendly wait staff. The food here is fresh, unique and served with beautiful presentation. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. read more

Madison's - Cheese curds and the drink special - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

First time everything was fantastic from truffle tots to cheese curds Bloody Mary was spicy breakfast burrito was enormous and flavorful and my husbands burger was cooked to perfection! Service was also wonderful! read more

Madison's - Drinks never to early - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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By day: An above-average sports bar. Many people I know don't think of this place as a sports bar, making it easier for me to get a table for a big packer/badger game (heh heh heh). Most spots have a decent view of a few TVs. By night: The real discotheque in Madison, one of the few places with consistently good DJs and dancing. Beware that it will be very crowded on Friday and Saturday nights. Fortunately, the bar service is adept and can process orders in a timely fashion. The menu here has been revamped recently, but I've been pleasantly surprised. The nachos have a rich cheese sauce reminiscent of the flavor of box mac and cheese packets. I mean this in a good way, and it is great with the jalapenos. The salad was better than most sports bars but I could go with a little more selection in the ideal world. Still need to try the burger, I shall report back soon. read more

Madison's - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

First time here. I loved the outdoor seating. Autumn was our waitress and very friendly. The service was very good and so was our Breakfast. We both had The classic breakfast which was toast, eggs, potatoes and bacon or sausage. read more

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I half don't want to spread the word about brunch at Madison's because I don't want it to change! Alas, I want to review accurately. The first thing that drew me to Madison's was the vibe. Trendy, open, good music, the people. My first experience here was surprisingly not brunch. It was a weekend night for a few drinks, but like I said I was taken by the vibe. Then I found out they had a good brunch deal I dragged my friend out the very next weekend. Madison's is just about the best brunch deal I have ever seen. 10-2 $12 bottomless with a breakfast entree. Then immediately following bottomless is mid day margs starting at 2 PM and margs are $3. The only reason why this isn't 5 stars is because the food was pretty standard and the service can be slow sometimes. I frequent Madison's for brunch so yes I am a fan! read more

Madison's is a great place to visit for brunch with friends, one of the best brunch spots in Madison. I highly recommend the Eggs Benedict and the AYCD mimosas on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Only giving it four stars because sometimes the bartender's aren't the friendliest - food is always great though. They also have outstanding nachos and cheese curds! read more

Madison's - Eggs Brisket Benedict* - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Chicken sliders and the dry rub wings are so good. Bartenders are amazing and serve great old fashioneds, especially for the price. Really cool place too! read more

A girlfriend and I came here for dinner after already having a few drinks on a Friday night (Happy Hour can get ya, right?). Anyway, I was craving a fish fry and after stopping to see that the fish fry at Merchant was outrageously expensive ($16) we stopped by Madison's to check out the prices. And we were happily surprised! The fish fry at Madison's is only about $8 for two large pieces, and a couple dollars more for all you can eat. What a steal! I ordered the fish fry of course and a Blackberry Pear Crispin. The food was so yummy! The breading was thin enough so you could still taste the fish, and it was not greasy at all. Only complaint was that the breading tended to fall off of the fish, not as bad as some other places I've had it but still a nuisance. I didn't care for the coleslaw, I'm a big fan of really vinegar-y coleslaws and this one was a little too creamy for my taste. As a side, I ordered the sweet potato tater tots and they were very good. Maybe a little on the cold side but still tasty. My friend ordered the ahi tuna salad, which I've had before and really enjoyed it. The ahi tuna steak was cooked perfectly. Service was also great and fast! Can't wait to come back! read more

Madison's - Fish fry! So good! - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I hit up Madisons every time I visit my hometown (I'm now in Chicago). This spot is a great reprieve from the college vibe of State St. Don't get me wrong, I like getting banged up as much as the next person, but if you're past 25 the downtown scene in Madison is, well, lacking. Madisons is one of the few great spots downtown that helps to fill this void. The drink selection is awesome and the food is great. Servers are very kind and the bar staff definitely know how to mix a drink. There's a plethora of TVs if you're looking to catch a game, but at the same time you're not in a sports bar. The location - right off the square - is prime. There's a parking garage across the street and I've left my car there overnight a slew of times with no trouble the next day. read more

Madison's - Graduation Party - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Amazing brunch spot for the weekend! Madisons has a great selection of food and unlimited mimosas are only $12. I had the eggs benedict on a english muffin and it was delicious. The atmosphere was perfect because we could be loud and watch the game while enjoying brunch. The service was amazing too! Great spot and I can't wait to go back. read more

Madison's - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I was walking around the capital yesterday and wanted to grab a bite to eat. I have been traveling to Madison for a few years and tried many restaurants in and around Madison but had never been to Madison's so I thought "what the heck!". Glad I did. Sat at the bar around 6:45pm. Bar had a few people but not terrible busy. I was not sure what I wanted so I just ordered the happy hour wings to start. They were really good. It was 5 wings in cast iron skillet that were dry rubbed and spot on perfect. I would order those again if I had not already ordered my dinner before they came. I ordered the burger and it was really, really good. There was some grease in the burger, but that is the good stuff right :) One thing I was disappointing in was for an 8oz burger it was a little small. Also you had to order fries separate and it was $4, for fries really? No thanks. The service was really good, everyone was nice and the food was good quality. I would eat here again for sure. read more

SO GOOD. Friendly service, delicious food, fun atmosphere. Not sure what else to add.. was our first time trying and it was a pleasant surprise! read more

Madison's - Brisket Benedict* - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Great place to grab a drink! Definitely plan to come back and try the food. Fun atmosphere (busy), great & attentive bartenders. They have several types of liquor that they make in-house----try the Strawberry & Rhubarb Vodka! Yum! read more

Madison's - House-made strawberry + rhubarb vodka! - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Not as great as I was told or hoped for. I got the fish tacos and felt that I got robbed. Each taco had a very small single piece of fish and fixings. There was more tortilla then anything else. Son's burger was nothing special. I understand it's going to cost a little more for items due to location, but you would think the menu and food would stand out. I will say the staff was spectacular. Very polite and professional despite how crazy busy they were. read more

Food and drinks are great! However ordering on the phone is absolutely terrible. They make you pay before you even receive a drink! not to mention phones at the table, i just wish we could go back to the old days where technology did not have its tightening grip around society's neck. simple human to human contact. read more

I'm a bit old for this bar but my group wanted to hit one more spot before we called it a night. I hadn't been to Madison's in several years and was pleased with what I found. We sat at a table near the door and even though the bar wasn't super crowded yet (it was about 10 pm), it was very loud inside. Our server came just as we were debating moving to an outside table. She took our order and told us if we moved outside she would find us. Sure enough, we moved and she found us. There was dancing for those of us who wanted to dance. There was good service from our server and the security during our whole stay. So Madison's is for young urban professionals and a place to meet up and be seen. But the staff was excellent and the drink prices were very good. So I may end up here again if friends drag me out. read more

I like Madison's for: * larger group meals where we didn't plan far enough in advance to get a reservation elsewhere * NFL Sunday Ticket during football seasons and brunch * cocktails/beers when near the majestic and everywhere else is really crowded and we don't want Great Dane beers. * their tater tots are pretty tasty * cheese curds are greasy, but very melts/crunchy/cheesy/salty Definitely not a go here all the time... and you are not missing anything by not coming here. But if you are, it's probably for one of the highlighted times above. read more

Weekend brunch "bottomless mimosas"... Need I say more? Our glasses rarely were less than a quarter full before someone came around with a carafe to fill them back up. Staff is very friendly and attentive, which is refreshing and a huge plus. Ample outside and indoor seating provides lots of options for small and large 8+ person groups. If you're a sports person you'll likely want to sit inside and peruse one of the 6 flat screens with different games on. read more

Madison's - My food pyramid hierarchy: mimosa, fried cheese curd, Cobb salad. - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I thought this was a place to semi-club and drink, but the food isn't necessarily bad either. By food, I actually mean just their tater tot appetizers. I decided to eat here once and ordered their sweet tots and the smoked gouda burger. The burger was okay, but I devoured the sweet tots. I ended up not finishing the burger and instead ordered both the poutine tots and the truffle tots. I'm sure most people go to Madison's for drinks and dancing, rather than the food. But if you're hungry and want to drink, at least you can coat your stomach lines with the tater tots beforehand to maximize your experience. read more

This place has the potential to be great. The layout is perfect and easy for large groups. There's a perfectly sized dance floor and the bartenders are fast and efficient. The music sucks. There was a lot of r&b from the 2000's. Dj said owner won't let him take any requests or play any sort of line dance (wobble for example). Music was slow and made dancing less fun. Ended up leaving much earlier than planned. read more

I would go here again. Stopped in on a Wednesday night with a large party because it was the only place we could find that didn't have a wait. They had a really good Wisconsin beer pitcher special, and we ordered several pitchers. The waitress was just a bit slow, but she was nice. Their menu doesn't have a huge selection, which doesn't bother me because so many restaurants have menu bloat these days and you know when the menu's huge, it's highly unlikely that all of it is good. I had a wedge salad, and it was FANTASTIC. Really awesome blend of french dressing with good blue cheese and bacon. I could eat that all day. I wish I had another one right now. I also had the beef sliders, which were good as well, maybe a slight bit dry but nothing hateful. They were having a pretty good wing special and a couple of the people in our party ordered those, they looked really good. The only minor issue I had was that when I went to get a drink at the bar I had to wait a while for some unknown reason. Maybe the bartender didn't see me but there were only like 3 other people at the bar so I'd say it would have been difficult to miss me standing there. For some reason it seemed more important to do dishes and clean up behind the bar. He wasn't very friendly but whatever. read more

Madison's - Really great wedge salad! - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

We have been here drinking and dancing late at night many times. Usually the music is good and it's always hopping until 2:00am on a Saturday. I did venture here for brunch recently and it was surprising pretty good. There drinks are always great and they have many house infused alcohols to choose from. We ordered some nachos for an appetizer. It was really good and had what tasted like homemade quest sauce. I always like a good queso on nachoes vs just shredded cheese. I ordered the granola and my husband got there omelette. The omelette changes daily and it was bacon, cheddar and pesto this day. It was a really good combo. I was trying to be healthy and wished I ordered something a little more greasy. Overall I would give it a try again. read more

Best "breakfast shots" in town! Jameson whiskey topped off with butterscotch schnapps and chased with a shot of fresh orange juice. Thank you Madison's! read more

Madison's - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I feel like Madison's has two identities. There is Madison's the restaurant, serving up yummy food and ambiance, and then there is Madison's the dance club, which comes around every Friday and Saturday. Admittedly I am much more familiar with Madison's the dance club. This used to be my spot. My friends and I were here every weekend, and it was a BLAST. So much fun! The location is perfect if you're wanting to hop around, and it's directly next door to a large parking garage, if you're DD or staying safe enough to get yourself home. The garage allows overnight parking too, so don't risk it. The DJ's were always on point, and they take requests. It always gets a little crazy inside. Super packed. Sometimes you have to wait to get in, but I've never had to wait too long, really. It can be difficult to wiggle your way up to the bar, and the drinks are a little steeper in price compared to some other Madison establishments, but it's whatever. I loved dancing the night away here. Now I don't really come here that much, outgrew my dance phase, haha. Madison's the restaurant isn't a bad choice if you're downtown and want something to eat. They offer brunch as well as dinner, I myself have only had dinner here. The menu is a decent size. Not overly extensive, yet leaves enough options that everyone can find something that works for them. Pricing is really good for a downtown spot, too! read more

Hell of an establishment. Great food, even greater people. Love the mimosas. Overall great time.

I will be coming back two or three times a year. Madison's was a nice place for brunch and mimosas today. We got a full row of bar stools and noticed our drinks being refilled faster than the drinks of those sitting at tables. Hehhehhehhh, chumps! Also, at only $10 per person, the mimosa deal at Madison's can give an enthusiastic bruncher quite a good booze:buck ratio. One note though, you a required to order some food to activate mimosas - chips and a brisket taco for $4 will suffice. The atmosphere was great! Nice people, nice light, not crowded, but plenty of souls in the joint laughing and sharing good times. read more

I couldn't get a drink without getting food that cost 8 bucks and I just ate breakfast they had to hold my id and I went to see an old friend who I though would be here but I haven't seen him he would let me do what ever I wanted to do here the also Raised the prices I thought I was going to spend 5 bucks it cost me 28 bucks the guy also had a problem with me sitting at the bar They also had to hold my ID I use to enjoy coming here and I don't as much I will try this place one more time but if I don't see any of my friends or have any issues as I did last time I will never come back there again read more

The wings!!! They are amazing...they say they are the best in the city and I agree! I hope they never stop making these. Had a Caesar salad also and it was good... Margarita was very meh...didn't taste like much, but I like it less sweet so for me it was fine. Sat outside and were seated right away which was appreciated. My advice is go for the wings. They are truly outstanding. read more

Madison's is my new favorite brunch spot! I haven't found a resto that does unlimited mimosas that *ACTUALLY* has good quality mimosas. If you're a mimosa fiend like I am, get the unlimited deal. They're generous with their pours, and super nice (which compliments a mimosa buzz, haha). Get out there while the weather is still nice! read more

Madison's - Best mimosa in town! - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Good food, bottomless mimosas- yes they do refill at a good pace . Day manager is personable- not just your typical " how was your meal"

Stopped in on a Sunday for brunch. Really creative brunch dishes, including smaller dishes, which I really appreciate. Friendly staff.

Madison's has an awfully ideal location right by the Capitol. The atmosphere of the restaurant itself was pretty nice too: cool combo of a bar and a restaurant. Huge tvs for sports-lovers in both the bar area and the dining area. Also, the seat cushion for the booth we sat in was super comfy. I swear it was tempurpedic. As for the food, I ordered the tequila-chili chicken with garlic-lemon green beans and some pita on the side, and that was quite yummy. But the mac and cheese was fabulous, a delicious mix of penne with bacon and a beautiful blend of different cheeses. So rich, so creamy, so on point. Overall, pretty decent spot to grab some grub or watch a game. read more

Madison's - Baked Mac & Cheese!! - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison's has some of my favorite fish tacos in Madison (I'm from San Diego, so that's saying a lot). To be honest, I've only had a couple things off their menu (mostly from the happy hour section), but the fish tacos are always a win. They use cabbage (which is HUGE for me, I don't do lettuce on fish tacos), and their sauce is a remoulade (as supposed to a chile-lime-cilantro crema, but it's still delicious). Topped with pickled onions, it's a little spin that works. read more

Madison's is the place to be when the DJ is good and the music is bumpin'. I can't give Madison's a full 5 stars because the two times I've been there, I have had vastly different experiences. The crowd is always great, but I think the music really makes or breaks the experience. The first time I was there, the music was sorely outdated and made for awkward dancing. Last night was a completely different story - the top 40 playlist made for great fist-pumping dance moves on the floor. It was great. Drinks are reasonably priced, seating is abundant, and best of all, the women's bathroom is large enough to accommodate large mobs of females trying to share the same sink/toilet/mirror space at the same time. read more

Short but sweet visit. The Live on King Street with Cracker was performing outside. I stopped into Madison's for a cocktail and a taco. Ordered the Spicy Cucumber drink and the brisket taco. To my surprise the taco came with chips and salsa. All for $4.00 (well not the drink too). What a deal. The drink paired well with the tangy bbq sauce in the taco. I was impressed. Service at the bar was quick and attentive. Definitely coming back for those truffle tots. read more

Madison's - New American Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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My friends and I went to Madison's for brunch, and I was excited to try a new spot. The interior of the place is really cool and cozy! We were the third group in the door when the place opened at 10, and the hostess told us it would be a 5-10 minute wait for a table. We were a bit confused while sitting at the bar, seeing a couple tables wide open. They don't take reservations during brunch, so we knew they weren't waiting for anyone. Twenty minutes go by, and we go check to see when we'll get seated. Again, they said it'll be 5-10 minutes. Miffed, but in it for the long haul, we waited. Fifteen more minutes go by. FINALLY they came to get us, saying they had two parties ahead of us that they were trying to get taken care of, and there was a long wait in the kitchen. I was frustrated that they weren't upfront about this, instead making us wait at the bar (and taking up space for other bar patrons to sit). They could've seated us, let us order drinks, and told us about the backup in the kitchen - we would've been totally fine with that! After that ridiculous wait with zero explanation, we finally were able to order food and drinks. Once we got our food (1.5 hours after we got there), it was pretty good. I got the breakfast sandwich and breakfast potatoes. I skipped the bottomless mimosas this time around, but my friends got them and I do have to admit they're a good deal and are quick to refill. They're probably one of the best bottomless deals in the area. Over all, I am willing to try this place again - maybe not on a game day morning though. What would get me to come back was the cool atmosphere and intriguing drink/food menu. I'd definitely encourage the staff to be honest with their guests about the wait - not keep stringing us along when they know it'll be a long wait. read more