Like the other reviews stated, this is your typical Wisco five bar with cheap eats and a local crowd 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. read more

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Love the conservative dive bar ambiance but without the conservatives! Accidently walked into drag bingo & it looked so fun! The bartender Scott was great and the food was EPIC especially for the price. Love this local joint. read more

Casual bar and grill. We enjoyed beers and a Bloody Mary, ribeye sandwich, Reuben sandwich, cheeseburger, 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. read more

Friendly staff, great food, and all around great time! This establishment truly cares about its patrons and treats you like family no matter if you've visited one time or a hundred times. I love Slice's! read more

This little bar is tucked away in an unassuming area and doesn't look like much from the outside. Inside, a friendly staff, plenty of entertainment, cheap drinks and great food. Tried their fish fry Friday night and was blown away by the portions of perch vs the price. Flaky fish, light breading, perfectly fried, it was delicious! Old Fashioneds were spot on. Enjoyed the fact they have a breathalyzer so you can scientifically check how inebriated you are. It was crowded and there is not a lot of space so get there early. read more

Slices had a wonderful burger we had a large group who called ahead in order to stop on our bicycle ride. The cook nailed it. They were very efficient and made a wonderful burger. This particular cook is a master at making rueben sandwiches. I would recommend this for a good burger and bar food. read more

First visit here since Covid and it was very good. Yep, it's a dive bar, torn seat covers and messy view of kitchen area but a great bartender, server and excellent food. Bacon cheese burger was different in a good way as was the fries and tater tots. Plus it's open on Mondays which few restaurants are! Give it a shot if on this side of town. (near the ice arena). street parking. read more

I love clam strips but every time I order them at other bars it is usually deep fried until it is like eating rubber. But last night I ordered them and wow is all I can say. You can actually taste the clams! This morning we are going back to try the biscuits & gravy!! The bartender's were great, the guy that cooked my strips just started and I was impressed. Oh yeah they even had popcorn.. read more

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If you have never been, this is unassuming as it gets. Great bar, great food and great staff! The service is great! The burgers are TOP NOTCH! The buns are awesome, they are light and not heavy to overpower the burger. They hold up to the burger when eating as well. Soup and chili was available as well. read more

Excellent dive on the near east side housed in an unassuming shack. Great for folks in recc sports leagues or looking to eat classic bar staples. read more

Love this place, great food, stiff drinks, friendly staff, owner is in the bar. Great fish fry, nice crowd. One of the best burgers in town. read more

Hidden Gem! I hadn't been here in more than 20 years.. pretty much forgot about it until recently. Friend and I wanted a burger and ended up here... sooooo happy we did!! Clean, friendly, great burgers, good beer selection.. and super reasonable prices! Burger was legit! Cooked on the flat top so has some crunch, and cooked medium. Bun is nice and fresh. Fries came out super hot and ready to eat. Been back a few times since rediscovering, and it will now be in my regular lunch rotation. Stop in and check it out! read more

Probably the best burger in Madison and I stand by it. I wish I could have tried the fish fry! Will most certainly come back.

Great food, classic Wisconsin environment. Burgers are top notch and fries are tasty.

Could slices girlfriend please give me a call at 6:08 -347-5207 I was wondering if I can come back and be a part of you guys lives I have learned a lot over the years and like to spend my money there again read more

Great service!! Bartenders are all so nice!! Food a quick and fantastic!! Fav bar to go to.

East side's best kept secret! I've lived 1 mile away for 5 years and I just found this place. Great food, low prices, authentic dive bar atmosphere... The burgers are phenomenal, bathroom was spotless...I can't say enough. Find it once and you'll go back over and over! read more

Great burger, take out is fast and pricing is super reasonable. I've only had the take out, but it was decent.

This hidden gem is probably the best dive bar in all of Madison. Interactions between regulars and bartenders make it feel much like a family. The owner is a hell of a great guy. Smile and stick around long enough, someone will buy you a drink (which are more often than not heavy handed). Not much for entertainment aside from 3 TV's that are always playing the newest and relevant sporting event. But if you're coming to Slice's, you're coming to get down to business, and that business is drinking, and you'll find it is a very comfortable place to do so. Tip your bartender well and they will take care of you. Seeing as you're drinking, hunger shouldn't be too far behind. This place offers a good burger (order it rare, don't be weird) and deliciously greasy and satisfying Sunday morning-only breakfast. Don't come to Slice's expecting a jaw-dropping experience. Like I said, if you're stepping through those doors, you're stepping in to drink. That's the goal this place caters to. You're stepping into a tight-knit community where most people know each other. And they're all damn friendly. It is a place where local northsiders congregate for drinks, and it shines at being that beacon for townies. Very unique place. You shouldn't leave sober or without a new friend. read more

Cozy place with good fried food and super cheap booze. I expected some attitude from the locals when stopping in here before a party nearby and got none--partly because we were the only folks there but also the bartender was nice as could be. Perhaps some day I'll go back and point out the inconsistent apostrophe position in their signage and get punched in the face. read more

Love this place! The people are nice, the booze and food is cheap, and I never run into anyone I know. Yay!!!

A friendly locals' dive bar. Don't expect much, however, it's a nice enough place if you need to whet your whistle out yonder. read more

A great local divey bar where you get to know everyone. The drinks are reasonable and often reasonably strong as well for the price! They gave delicious food and great specials. You feel like a part of the family here and can come in as you are and feel like you're accepted and can let loose and have a great time. They often have fun events and keep holidays in mind. It can be crowded on weekends at prime hours, but typically there's a spot to sit and be comfortable. read more

The bar is now called Slice's. Bullit is gone (thank god). Great friendly service, great food and the owner is cute as a button. Justin no longer works there but Kimmy and Brian will treat you right. There mixology is beyond reproach. Great fish fry and even better burgers. read more

Due to the third annual Schizophrenia hardcore/gabber event, my friend Aaron and I found ourselves on the outskirts of Madison and in need of whiskey. Luckily the warehouse we were destined for was by Slices' (Slice's/Slices). Boy, oh boy, factory bars in Wisconsin pour stiff drinks! read more

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This is a neighborhood bar and grill that has one of the best burgers around. Just great quality and you will not leave hungry. The fish fry is very good, large portions with good large sides! The bacon cheese burger is my favorite, with lots of bacon, lettuce and tomato! Go to this bar and grill and you will come back! read more

I love this blue collar, east side tavern. First come, first serve no reservations. Friday fish here is excellent and very reasonably priced. I also love to order the grilled shrimp dinner platter which is delicious with generous portion of shrimp. Service is quick and friendly. What you see is what you get here. A great neighborhood tavern and the people that eat and drink here are very fun and friendly. read more

Slices is an awesome spot to grab a burger and a beer no matter what the day! Fresh burgers, awesome buns, and that old school bar atmosphere. Don't get me wrong it hasn't been updated in decades but the food was delicious and extremely reasonable. I think 3 of us ate burgers, fries, and had drinks for $25! It doesn't look like much from the outside, or from the inside, but it's definitely worth a stop! read more

For a little dive bar this place is awesome! I am only upset that I didn't find this place sooner. Great burgers and fried pickles. Strong drinks too. I will be stopping here again. read more

An amazing lunch find! I tried a basic burger and the bean and ham soup and my partner tried the steak sandwich special of the day- with tater tots. . . The steak was lean, perfectly cooked, tender and super tasty. The burger (with pepper jack and fried onions) was the best I've had in Madison in forever- including, and sorry Villa and Plaza, every place else. For under $18 a truly wonderful place to snag a great tasting and wonderful lunch. A bit quirky of a place but it only adds to their reputation (ala Toby's fantastic feud- take a lesson Stalzey's on how to make a real Reuben). Service? Excellent Atmosphere? Quirky but it's a hidden bar on the northside of Madison so no complaints. Everyone was nice. Spacious, well-lit. Visit again? Yep. It's a new go-to spot. Thoughts during lunch? People really still play gambling video games at noon on a Thursday? Too many signs to read but it keeps you occupied! read more

Meh... Doesn't treat non family staff right and it shows in the service when just family is working. Food over priced for the portions you get. Decent fish fry though. read more

OMG if I could go either this less than 1 star I would!! The owner who says he's the "chef" im sorry but don't you mean cook!! A chef doesn't cook in a run down bar!! Especially when you make goulash and tacos (from a package)! The bartenders are rude as hell and the owner is even worse!! My husband would order food from there once in a while and each time we would ask for 3 ranch dressings and I would get a look like WTF really 3? So I made up a lie about what I do with it!! I cAnt believe that I have to feel so horrible about asking for something that I have to explain why!! Especially when they charge me for it!! Then when I call today the COOK YES COOK!! YOU ARE NO WAY NO HOW A CHEF!! I WENT TO CULINARY SCHOOL I HIGHLY DOUBT YOU DID!! But then after he told me he wasn't going to supply me with dressing for home use. I was like WTF?! Who is this idiot who thinks he can tell me how to eat my fries? After you even charge me for it!! He not only owes a HUGE apology for how he treated me but he needs to apologize to his clientele for calling himself a chef when he isn't!! Stick to your local drinks buddy because from all your bad reviews that I have seen on the internet those are the only people that keep you in business!! He'll I. An go to red Robin and get a better ranch dressing from there and those guys are probably really chef's that cook the fries!! Not some run down, overweight asshole who thinks he's entitled to a title of chef when personally the only thing I actually liked there was the dressing that came in a container and he was trying to say that he even made that!! Get a life you loser!! You should actually read your comments on the. Google and any other website and maybe change your ways!! Good luck to you in future endeavors COOK!! read more