Came here for a private group and we had a great time! You start in what looks like a candy store…read moreand then you're in charge of finding the way to the main room. The staff was super friendly and helpful as well. We did the murder room which has various riddles, clues in hidden places, and puzzles. The level was easy but I think we could have done a harder level. We also had a larger group of 11, but we didn't feel crowded in there. We completed with 25 minutes to spare! The phone speaker in the room was a little hard to hear. Some physical exercise is needed for one of the clues. Won't give anything else away, but we had a good time and I'm glad I got to experience Escape in Time again years later.

I came here for my bachelorette and it was such a blast, we did the Haunted Mansion. And not to…read moregive anything away, but will confirm that it was scary and a really great time. We got out in 35 minutes as a group of 10, would definitely go here again. The staff was super friendly and they got into character really well, I appreciated the theatrics

Absolutely a blast!…read more My wife and I went to celebrate our birthdays and it was fun and relaxing. It was our first time and the staff were fun and super helpful. The curds were good. Nice canned beer selection. Definitely will be coming back.

I had such a great experience here with coworkers for our coworkers sendoff. We went on a week day…read moreand it wasn't busy, which was honestly really nice. The instructors/bar tenders helped me go from being a horrible axe thrower to successfully nailing the throw. It was nice to not just struggle through it like I have at other places. It was reasonable based on my previous experiences at other axe throwing bars. This place tops those however with EVEN MORE games in the "backyard". We loved playing hammerschlagen and other table top games while we waiting for our other party member to show up. They have some food options and you can even bring in other food if you wish. The bar menu was awesome and I loved the mystery can option for 4 bucks. I plan to go back and check out some of their other events they have. It seems like a great place to hang out after work.

After dining next door, we wanted to have a night cap nearby and Madison Local Motive, which is a…read moretrain car turned bar, was highly recommended, so we popped over. The space is two cars, with one set up as a full-time bar, and the other a mixed space that was a dance club on the night we visited. The bar car was super cute and quaint, but also tight and cramped, especially with a crowd. The car is set up with a single person bar towards the back, and lounge seating along one side leaving small space for folks to walk and wait for the bar. The other car had the bar up front and the dance floor and seating in the back. This car had a cover, so we just did cocktails and lounged a bit in the bar car. The single bartender, while he was friendly and made a good cocktail, created a backlog of folks waiting for drinks. We waited 10 minutes in a single file line for our cocktails. I went with the espresso martini, and my pal got an old fashioned. Both tasty, but the glassware was wayyyyy too small. The line never cleared, so we did one and done unfortunately. The concept is great, but execution is lacking. I know there is limited space, but the current layout and function is not the greatest, especially on the cocktail car side of things. Overall, it was cool to experience and now we can say we have done it.

This is easily among the most unique and playful spots in Madison for a drink! But it's also so…read moremuch more than just a good aesthetic! This bar has excellent cocktails and friendly staff, featuring the kind of classy drinks I love but rarely indulge in (sidecars, manhattans, palomas, and more). Some nights they even feature a DJ! The prices are fair and the drinks are adequately strong!

A very unique spot if you're looking for a dinner as a family or a group! Wonderful menu and the…read moreservice was great even though we had a large group. Do recommend reservations! Portions were generous and if you plan to order this chicken and bacon quesadilla, it's easily two meals if not more! Blown away. Thanks Kayla for taking care of us! The teens loved the escape room, the floor is lava and laser tag after we ate as an added bonus.

We were looking for something to do while in Madison for a day. I thought this would've been cool…read morebecause they have a tiki bar (restaurant), bowling, arcade, mini golf and more. I will say generally the experience was underwhelming but it was about 2 hrs to close on a Saturday night. The place was DEAD empty. Like 20 or less ppl spread out. We first went to the tiki bar to grab drinks and to think about what we wanted to do. There was a sign that said "wait to be seated" but we were going to just grab drinks. Someone greeted us after a few minutes of waiting and said that they had a "wait" mind you the place was EMPTY... I asked if we could just sit at the bar and they kind of hesitated to say go ahead because no one was tending the bar at the moment. We sat at the bar and eventually 3 staff appeared to be working the bar. We ordered drinks - they didn't actually serve drinks in tiki cups so it was just a bar with basic drinks. We walked around to check everything out and decided to just go back to the hotel.

First time making my own chunky blanket, and loved it!…read more The Space:: Our areas were set up and ready to go at craft tables in the main room. This room also housed the bar area. The store was filled with all kinds of artworks ~ different colors and textures scattered throughout with projects awaiting pick up in the next room. It was clean and spacious, along with unisex restrooms. The Service:: Our multi-talented instructor (and bartender) did a great job leading the class and crafting drinks! Creating the lasso and first row was a bit tricky ~ but the hand knitting that followed flowed like a pro. Focus is still important as you want to make sure you're consistent with your loops (blanket size). So if you're new to hand knitting, this may not be the best activity if you want to catch up with the girls. It's perfect to take your mind off of the day-to-day stressors and create a unique gift for you or a loved one. I ordered two drinks in between: iced pumpkin latte and mackintosh mule. Not as potent as I prefer, but quenched my thirst. Both drinks were more on the sweet side imo. The Product:: I am in LOVE with my new blanket and currently scavenging for chunky yarn deals! I've unlocked a new obsession. The Verdict:: I would definitely return to make another blanket and/or to craft something new.

The artist was great, walked us through step by step along the painting process. We took a break…read moreand played a scavenger hunt for a prize. Drinks and apps were pricey, but it was a great experience overall.

The Bur Oak is a fun spot to catch music - great lineup of bands, perfect acoustics, nice seating,…read morefull bar, etc. Check it out!

Lacy is amazing and kind and makes the best food. Thanks Lacy!!…read more We've been many times and it is consistently good!!

Atwood is a very small venue that feels a little stark. But is overall a nice place. The bar is to…read morethe right of the door upon entry the opens to the floor and stage. Also available is an upper balcony. The bathrooms are downstairs. I see a lot of local shows and venues in Madison but this was my 1st visit to Atwood. We enjoyed ourselves and I would definitely see another show here!

I've come here 2 times for comedy shows and it's a great little venue. One was a sold out show and…read morewe got there right when it was starting and they helped us find two seats for the show. Drinks aren't too expensive. Parking is street so can be a bummer, but overall great intimate venue.

Came here for my birthday with the girls and had a fun time! The space was clean, trendy and open…read more There are a total of 6 simulators (1 in a private room) and many sports options, to my surprise! The simulator rate is $20/hour (weeknight rate). Plenty of seating at the bar--along with a lounge'y space with a cute backdrop for photo-ops! I recall four beers on tap, and no drink specials. However, the menu did have a variety of "upscale" bar food! We ordered a fair amount but I only remember eating the curds (3/5) and fried green beans (5/5), which was my fave! PROS: I loved that we were able to try a variety of activities at our own pace! Each area had seating, enough for 6-7 people (sofas or bar stool/counter). Alcohol wipes were available. Music level was good and lighting slightly dimmed--great ambience! We got to chat with Collin (the owner) about his vision and learned that the simulators can pretty much play anything! This means events held here can be both adult AND kid-friendly--woo hoo! Just try not to bring a stroller here, as it's on the second floor with steep steps. Looking forward to more events here...and to what becomes of the outdoor space! CONS: We came on a Tuesday, so there was only one person working the bar + kitchen. Service was a slow as it got busy, and later into the night. There are only two private restrooms (which were nice and clean!). I can see this being a problem, especially for a place that can hold 100+ people. Will be back for more indoor fun!

I absolutely love going to 7 Iron Social! It is located downtown Madison right on State Street and…read moreis perfect for groups! We've booked a simulator for several birthdays and other special occasions. They have tons of games to choose from on the simulators; golf, baseball, basketball, zombie dodgeball, soccer, and more! It is so much fun when you get a good simulators! We've noticed that some simulators don't work as well or maybe aren't aligned. Some of the equipment they provide is faulty as well. When everything is working well, it's a 5/5 star experience! They also have food and drinks you can purchase while you are playing. I've only tried one of the appetizers but I haven't tried the rest of the food. The appetizer my group got was delicious and the drinks are always good as well. The bartenders and servers are wonderful as well. They are alway super helpful and friendly. They do have happy hour and other specials as well so keep an eye out for those. Overall, if they make sure the simulators are working properly and replace the broken equipment, 7 Iron would be a consistent 5/5 experience in my opinion.