I have a theory that Yelp randomly deletes reviews…read more Dotty's has been my #1 favorite burger place for well over a decade. Whenever I need to travel to Madison, I make sure to do it around lunch time just to be able to stop in.

Wisconsin has introduced me to cheeseburgers that have hot sauce and blue cheese and it's dang near…read morethe top 5 delicious things I've ever eaten! I had Dotty's Black & Blue burger and shared a side of cheese curds, perfect! And oh my goodness, their house made ranch is absolutely fantastic! If you're ever in Madison, you HAVE TO stop in Dotty Dumpling's Dowry!

This is a neighborhood bar with tavern food across from Meriter Hospital and Select Specialty, near…read morethe University campus in Madison. I went with a work crew for a goodbye cocktail hour. The menu was a bit heavy with fried foods like hot pretzels, fries, and cheese curds, so I only tasted those, but the drinks were really good. I loved my blackberry cider. Chill inside, comfortable. Not fancy, but clean.

Visited Sweet Home Wisconsin while in Madison and popped in for lunch. The place had the vibe of a…read morelocal neighbourhood hangout, with a laid-back, chill atmosphere and equally relaxed service. I had the House Bleu Salad, and the blue cheese added a nice depth of flavour. We also tried the grilled cheese with tomato soup, as well as the patty melt with fries -- both were okay, but nothing particularly stood out. Overall, a casual neighbourhood spot that's perfectly fine if you're in the area, but probably not a destination I'd go out of my way for. Saluti.

Smashburgers done right! I am extremely happy to report that Settle Down Tavern perfected their…read morecraft, rather than just blindly jumping on the trend for the sake of saying it's on the menu. Settle Down has patties that are smashed to a lacy, crisp, well-browned perfection. Points also given for high quality beef that is well-seasoned. Both times, I ordered a Good Idea (a great idea, if you ask me). A simpler combination of meat, cheese, grilled onions, pickles, and sauce. Everything goes together fantastically and stays in perfect balance. I happily devoured it both times, and would have asked for a second if I was feeling especially ravenous. That said, for me, one burger is enough to no longer be hungry, but also won't make me chock-full. Another thing at Settle Down I enjoy is the different varieties of pickled goodies. These all taste fresh and house-made, with that little bit of magic touch not found in commercially manufactured items of the same name. The chocolate chip cookie also should not be slept on: it is warm, wonderfully chocolatey without going overboard, and had that little sprinkle of salt that elevates it to the next level. Outside of food, I was able to try some of their non-alcoholic beverages, and both times they were a hit. They are tasty, interesting and unique (celery lemonade, anyone?) Love that they aren't necessarily sugar bombs, nor do they use Ritual brand n/a spirits that taste like industrial de-greaser. The service here is very good. Staff is friendly and fairly attentive. On my second visit they were absolutely slammed and shorthanded, but still working as fast as possible to get everyone fed. Finally, there is the question of value. Given the price of everything, and the quality of the product, I feel that Settle Down Tavern delivers an excellent value. It may not be quite as cheap as fast food, but a massive upgrade for a few more dollars. Final verdict: Among many flops, Settle Down is one of two smashburgers I've had that were done right. This, combined with great service and value leads to a winning proposition.

Stopped by for happy hour and ended up having a really enjoyable visit. Everything came out…read morequickly, and the staff was attentive without making us wait around. The drinks were also really good and made the stop worth it. Happy hour here is definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a casual place to grab a drink and relax. Also like that they let you fill out a post card and will mail it out for you, such a cute extra little fun thing we did.

First time coming here, my wife suggested this place to me since we wanted to place to eat at that…read morewas local to Madison. I was not expecting the Mad Rabbit Cafe to be small but it's not that bad because this place was busy and all the seats were filled so we had no issue taking our meal out to eat. I got this incredible wrap and I can only eat it's halfway through because it was so filling. You really get your money's worth out of this place too. Staff here was very friendly, the theme of this place inside with all this rabbit art and Aesthetics make this place really stand out. The bathrooms are a bit dim and outdated but all in all it's worth checking out

One of the best vegan buffalo chicken sandwiches I've ever had !! The loaded fries were also so…read moregood, and the house made cashew cheese

My group was looking for a nice, unique spot to round out a memorable trip to Madison, and Mint…read moreMark perfectly fit the bill. From start to end, we could not have asked for a better experience! The interior was super cute and gave Golden Girls vibes. They didn't take reservations, so most times you can expect a wait. We waited an hour but didn't mind, as we simply hung out at the fantastic cocktail bar upstairs (looking at you, The Perch!). They specialize in small plates, so I recommend coming hungry with a group so you can try as many dishes as possible. We split the biscuit, cauliflower, charred cabbage, calamarata, rigatoni, mortadella pizzetta, and Berkshire pork chops. All of the plates arrived as they were ready, so everything was very fresh. The biscuit was super buttery and an absolute must-order! I loved the unique sweet and savory combination from the garlic butter and honey. The cauliflower had a savory sauce that was perfectly rounded out by sweet raisins and crispy cheese. The cabbage was slightly crispy and served atop a smoky, creamy dip that reminded me of muhamarra. I would highly recommend both! Next, we tried the pizzetta, which had a thin, crispy Neapolitan style crust that made the dish not too heavy. With high quality mortadella contrasted by a honey drizzle and crunchy pistachios, this was truly an ideal pizza for me. The tomato sauce was one of the most flavorful I've had in awhile. The rigatoni was well cooked and liked, but given the stardom of the other dishes, fell a bit flat comparatively. The only miss for us was the calamarata pasta. It was extremely briny from the minced olives and had a super sharp cheese in the sauce that left a very strong, unpleasant aftertaste. I think this would take a specific palette to enjoy. It wasn't enough to ruin the meal for us overall, though, since everything else was amazing. We rounded out the meal with the pork chops and frites, which was decidedly the highlight. The pork was among the most tender I've ever had, and was perfectly complemented by a flavorful cherry sauce that didn't overwhelm the meat. The fries were also super crispy and addictive. We left absolutely stuffed and in high spirits, unanimously deciding that this was one of the best meals we've had in recent history. I highly recommend paying a visit and would absolutely return next time I'm in Madison!

We sat out on the patio at Mint Mark and had a really great time. The menu changes quite frequently…read morewith a few standard staples. The staff was friendly and did a great job answering all of our questions. Loved the chips and French onion dip - a must try! The We also got the mafaldine pasta (not pictured) and a pizzetta. I didn't love the taste of these as much. Not the place to go if there are picky eaters in the group.

Ironically, even though The Old Fashioned is known for having the best cheese curds in Wisconsin…read more(Food Network said so!), I still haven't tried them. What I can tell you is that the walleye and eggs brunch entree was the best breakfast I've ever had. The portion is huge for the price, which is a big deal in this economy. The walleye was cooked perfectly. Their rosemary potatoes were a great take on a classic. Maybe I'm gassing this place up a lot, but those potatoes were life-changing. The atmosphere is lively and buzzing in the best way, so it's a fun spot to hang out after going to the Dane County Farmer's Market. I also picked up a cool shirt that shows how to make an old-fashioned one, which is the perfect souvenir. Next time, I'm finally getting the curds.

Food Network rated as the BEST Fried cheese curds. Not sure about that. They were squeaky, salty,…read moreand greasy. Not pleasant at all. I heard the Doubletree does a better job. We had the special BBQ plate on Thursday night. Additionally we had the pickled beet salad. Now the ribs were fire. Tender, moist, and delicious. Beet salad was ok, but nothing special. Ambiance was a very old lodge-like atmosphere. Make sure to get there early as the place gets busy. We had to wait 25 min for a table.

Small local bar. Love the staff and brick burgers are great! Great place to stop in after golfing…read moreat The Glen.

Burger boy bartender is rude to customers... I saw him yelling at a young coworker and thought she…read morewas going to cry and when I went back in a few weeks later, he was rude to me when an expired credit card did not go thru ... I gave him another and he made rude comments... I told him I did not appreciate being treated rudely and he raised his voice to me... I wont be back as I can not stand a bully.

I order 2 burgers with Fries for pick up. When I got home which was a seven minute drive my french…read morefries were hard and cold but the burgers were decent. I will not order their fries again!!

We met some old neighbors here for lunch since it was near their current home. The inside of the…read morerestaurant is pretty nondescript and actually pretty unattractive. Since it was nice outside we grabbed a shady table on their patio (again they have done little to make it interesting). The waitress was a bit quirky but she got our order in and food out with no issues. I got the Nashville Crispy Chicken sandwich which was moist and very tasty with just a bit of heat. My wife got the giant burrito which she gave a thumbs up to - definitely leftovers to bring home. Fortunately the food and the prices were so good to make up for the atmosphere.

I'm a vegetarian and love Reubens. This is the best vegetarian Rubin I've ever had. Actually, it…read morewas vegan and it was still the best! So was the potato salad that came with it. Cool restaurant with a cool vibe.

Finally got to try The Weary Traveler, it did not disappoint!…read more Easy street parking found on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Walked in to a friendly greeting & were seated right away. To drink I ordered a watermelon refresher-tasted like summer! We shared the Goulash, Walleye Sandwich, & Prime Rib Dip. Every single bite was delicious! The garlic fries were crispy & flavorful. I appreciated that their full menu is offered during brunch. Can't wait to come back!

Stopped in with my cousin when I was in town visiting. Found a couple of spots at the bar and…read moreexperienced their tasting menu for the evening. Great food, awesome service and great cocktails. Looking forward to my next visit. Yes ambience was great as well.

Been here for brunch, happy hour, and restaurant week. Interior is nice, but there is a food smell…read moreon your clothes when you leave. Seating is a bit dense, and it can get a bit loud. Hostesses are always welcoming and friendly. Food is good, but quite pricey. I'd recommend going for happy hour for the best bang for your buck--the ham sandwich is tasty (from someone who doesn't even like ham), and the oysters were really yummy.