I came here for Friday fish fry in the winter - I think there was a basketball or hockey game, but…read morenothing causing a crazy wait or crowd. We had some old fashioneds before ordering food, and I thought they were good. Service was super attentive, especially as we delayed ordering to enjoy drinks and an appetizer for a bit. I ordered the beer battered cod fish fry (my staple), and overall it was yummy to eat. The two pieces that came out were enormous and a bit wonky shaped... made me wonder what on earth this fish looked like in its swimming days. The batter was quite tasty, crunchy but not too crunchy/hard, but it was so incredibly think I'm not sure I got fish in every bite. I took one piece home and give the fish part to my pup as a meal topper, and the ratio of breading I had to pull off compared to fish was a bit (quite a bit) much. Still, everything I ate was tasty. I got the salad with my dinner, and was so happy that it came out with quality greens instead of a chunk of iceberg type lettuce. Overall, I'd come back again if others wanted, but wasn't wild about the batter to fish ratio.

Quaint little corner-ish bar in the middle of downtown Regent street…read more Got the sour cream and chive potato wedges for an app, which came out piping HOT and fast. Great seasoning! Ordered the soup and half sandwich special for $6!!! Soup was good flavor but the consistency was chalky, you can tell it was on too hot and milk had split. Sandwich was perfectly grilled and served with a pickle. Nice portions for how extremely reasonable. Servers were helpful and quick, they both helped each other and had a good time behind the bar.

A must visit in Madison! The food is great and the beer is tasty…read more Came in early evening on a Wednesday. It was pretty empty. They have a wing deal - 15 wings and 2 pints for $25. We got the Korean BBQ and Habanero. The habanero is SPICY!! My mouth was burning after two wings. I always get the APA beer. Classically delicious! Luckily we walked because parking can be tricky to find. Service can also be a little hit or miss. Today our server was a lil forgetful.

Every time I visit Madison, it is an absolute guarantee that I will be stopping by The Great Dane…read morePub...most trips more than once! Great Dane Pub has become one of my favorite spots in Madison for a variety of reasons from the drinks, vibes, service and community support! Situated on the corner of Doty and King in downtown Madison, Great Dane is a welcome sight for any visitor or local looking for a chill spot to have a solid drink, tasty bite and/or a good time! The pub is one large space, but it is separated into a few unique areas. One side is quintessential pub with a long bar, lots of dark woods, and a good sized dining room. The other is more of a pool hall vibe where you will find the other side of the bar, several pool tables, lots of TV's, high tops, darts, etc...We have bellied up to both sides of the bar and while I like both sides, I prefer the vibe of the pub side. They have a fairly extensive food menu with several bar/pub classics such as wings, nachos and burgers. But they also offer a good variety of sandwiches, bowls, salads, soups and even tacos. While we are normally here for the drinks, we do enjoy the cheese curds, wings and poutine! Speaking of drinks, they always have a great menu of house cocktails that is constantly updated for seasonality. I have had several iterations of cocktails and since I visit a few times a year, I always get to try new seasonal cocktails and beers! Service is always stellar here, no matter what side of the bar you are on. Welcoming, friendly and helpful...every time! Overall, I am an absolute fan of The Great Dane Pub!

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.

Unfriendly bartenders. Bartending staff gave me grief about my order of an espresso martini, which…read moreis on their online menu of classic cocktails. I know it's a dive bar, technically, but their website emphasizes the availability of cocktails. I was thrilled about the prospect of being able to order such a drink at a bar in Madison in general. And no, it was not busy, I was the first customer there. So unnecessary attitude about an order despite it being available on the menu. The drink was good though, so that's why this review is higher than one star!

Rating the erstwhile Red Shed and new baby sister of Wando's solely on the #Guinness pour, as my…read morecompanion was suffering through dry January on my first visit here, pregaming for a UW hoops game at the Kohl. First pour looked like a pint they'd serve you in Dublin -- bartender poured it, let it rest, topped it off. Outcome: unblemished white foam, domed above the rim of the 20 oz., G-split-friendly Guinness glass, stopping above the harp. First sip smooth, not a hint of bitterness, drank easy all the way down, light foam coating most of the empty glass. Just how you'd draw it up. Fluke? Had to find out, so I ordered a second, same as above. Heat check? Got a third (stopping back in after the game to wait out traffic), and it was same as above. Sláinte! One visit to a new place does not make it the king of pours in town -- maintaining the lines, having enough staff to know the proper pour, etc., but Jay's is off to a solid start toward finally getting us a proper pour on the campus side of downtown.

Man... I had a grilled cheese earlier and they offer it with a habanero jelly that I got on the…read moreside. It's something new for me and I've never heard of it. MY MIND IS ABSOLUTELY BLOWN!!! By far the best condiment I have ever had in my entire life, DELICIOUS. I wish I could order a jar to be delivered home

The salad here is SO GOOD!!!! I'm a vegetarian and often struggle to find a solid, meat free salad…read moreout and about but the salad here was just great. Their lettuce was so good in it as well! The cheese curds, fries, and chips were also amazing. The staff is super nice and even though I got it to-go the wait wasn't too bad in the nice bar.

If you are looking for authentic, German-style food and ambiance, look no further than Prost…read more I was raised with my mom's German cooking and the food is very spot on. The servers are great and promote a celebratory atmosphere.

We were looking for dinner when we were in Madison and this place looked right up our alley…read more.. hefeweizens and weisswurst, what's not to like? It was a cute German bier garden vibe inside an old church with lots of stained glass windows. How fun! The beer was as expected and service was relatively quick. The weisswursts were not served poached as they are in Germany. I'm not sure if it's due to having another style of preparation or just the cook overdoing it, but the sausage was very dry and overdone. Neither of us that ordered it could easily peel the skins off either. The sides were so-so. I would have been happy with just two poached sausages and a pretzel as the entree like in Germany. Oh well. The chicken schnitzel was reported to be good from another member of our party. Overall, the vibe was cool and I'd go back again for drinks and maybe a pretzel, but I'd look elsewhere for dinner.

What a fantastic fish fry!! Erin was an amazing server. Even though we aren't regulars like many…read morepeople there, it was a super welcoming environment. The energy was great, and the food came out quickly. The grilled and blackened walleye were both excellent. The coleslaw and tartar were also delicious. We've been here before for burgers, and we have really been missing out on the fish fry! I love that you can get the fish fry any day!

I can't believe I haven't written a review for Badger Tavern - I've loved this place since it was…read moreTony Frank's and continue to love it. It is a great neighborhood bar with surprisingly great food and a nice variety of beers on tap. While the food isn't anything fancy, the menu has a good range of stuff and everything I've had is always delicious. Bartenders and servers are attentive and provide good service. It's a small place so sometimes it can be hard to find a spot at the bar or a table, but it's worth the trip. They have one of my favorite grilled chicken sandwiches - again, nothing fancy, but always well cooked and very tasty. My mother swears by their fish fry. Parking lot is usually full and a bit haphazard, but there's plenty of parking down the street if you can walk a tiny bit. Highly recommend!

Awesome time at the LovB game- watch of the USA Women Olympic Volleyball game today (vs Serbia)…read more Great service. Good bar food and a great crowd Yeah!!! Nothing like being at a bar on a Wednesday at 9:30 in the morning - very Wisconsin!

Absolute bull I was…read morewaiting in line. Two belligerent women in front of weren't let in. The bouncer assumed I was with them. I have zero desire to associate with them. I wasn't allowed entry. I'll be suing