AVOID!!! Rudest bartender ever! If you want to be sworn at and treated disrespect by an immature,…read morearrogant female bartender-go ahead and patronize this establishment. Don't expect good service or a bartender that when called out for swearing at a member of your party, kicks you out. Absolutely unacceptable behavior from the bartender.

Love coming down here on a Sunday Funday, our favorite bartender Mary always a delight to see…read more Unfortunately the owner was here today, wowee to say the least. What a mean angry animal, haven't seen that sort of unpleasant unprofessional owner in my life. What is wrong with her, don't bring anger into a bar, stay home, get a volunteer position taking care of yourself. My gosh!!

I'm visiting Monona and decided to try the Mooyahs near my hotel. They did not disappoint. The…read moreburger was fresh and delicious. I stay at this hotel whenever I'm in town and will definitely eat at Mooyahs again. Great job Mooyahs.

New location on Broadway in Monona. Came for late lunch at 3pm and place to was quiet. Time to get…read morefood is quick and service with a smile. For my order right too. There are 2 kiosks to order your food. That's convenient. Lettuce is chill so that good. One of the lettuce has brown edges though. So it could be better.

Damn good Friday fish fry. Friendly servers and staff with a laid-back atmosphere and good drinks…read more Can't miss with the Settle Down Tavern

I came here on my last day in Madison to experience a Friday fish fry, and I was not disappointed!!…read moreThe fish was super crispy and the fries were really good as well. I liked all the different dipping sauces and the slaw they served with it had a nice unique flavor. We also shared the chocolate chip cookie, which was huge and served warm. It was loaded with chocolate chips and had some flaky sea salt on top. I think this had to be one of the best chocolate chip cookies I've ever had! All of our servers were super kind and helpful, and the food came out pretty quickly. The ambiance is really nice, we ate in the patio area and it was super cute with nice natural lighting.

Waypoint for the win! Back again for another great round of apps and drinks!…read more Sunset was beautiful and bugs stayed away until Sun was completely down. Server was super friendly and helped move us inside for finishing up our drinks.

Fantastic Tuesday dinner with the family. Sat immediately. Great service all around our waitress…read morewas nice gave good recommendations, checked on us, refilled drinks promptly. Everything was fresh and flavorful. happy hour cheese curds were good. Kids loved the smash burgers and Cajun fries. Had the blue gill sliders which wear cooked perfectly and dressed nicely with fresh toppings and the creamy coleslaw was really good. Had the Thai up cocktail for happy hour and it was deliciously spicy and refreshing. Husband loves super spicy food and enjoyed the jalapeño popper brisket sandwich which had some heat. It was huge and couldn't eat all the bread. Sat in a booth in front of bar which was loud. But it's a bar and lots of people enjoying themselves. stripped down decor is fun.

At first glance, the place presents itself as a neighborhood dive--a worn-in local haunt where the…read moredécor is secondary to the conversation. But the illusion fades the moment a Bloody Mary arrives at the table. This is a bar that takes its craft seriously. The cocktail was thoughtfully prepared and balanced, revealing an attention to detail rarely found in establishments trading on casual charm alone. The atmosphere is equally compelling: lively without being chaotic, welcoming without feeling manufactured. It possesses the kind of authenticity that cannot be designed or replicated. In an era of increasingly curated hospitality, this remains a genuinely local gathering place--unpretentious, distinctive, and unmistakably its own.

We like our walleye and eggs for breakfast, and decided to try out the Squirrel's Nest. It is a…read moresmall establishment with a bar to the left and seating area, to the right, with two smaller tables on the side of the bar. We arrived about 10:00 am, and it was packed. It was very loud with people talking, due to the small space. We sat at our table and waited awhile for a server, but didn't know if we needed to order at the bar. After a while, a waitress arrived to take our order. She was very joyful and friendly. We both ordered the walleye and eggs, which included hashbrowns and toast. My husband added cheese and onions on the hashbrowns at no extra cost. We also ordered a Bloody Mary, which came with a chaser. They arrived with a spear of mozzarella cheese, pimento olive, smoked sausage, and a dill pickle. The walleye had a nice thin crust and the eggs and hashbrowns were cooked perfectly. My better half said that he didn't taste any onions in the hashbrowns and they used American cheese, which made them runny. It was a good breakfast, and we enjoyed our time there. However, due to the loudness, we probably won't go back, as it was hard to have a conversation. Be aware that they only take cash, but they do have an ATM in the building. This establishment definitely had a great atmosphere and service, with friendly staff.

Photos are from the Friday night menu. We had broiled cod, broiled shrimp, grilled salmon & clam…read morechowder soup. I also got the drool worthy cheesy potato casserole as a side - this is only available on Fridays and runs out as the night goes on so get there early! My absolute favorite item on the normal menu is the Chicken Salad Sandwhich Melt on sourdough bread. It's SO good. This bar is an excellent spot for cheap drinks & watching sports since it has a million TVs. I've never had the burgers here but I've heard good things.

Went on a Friday night, were expecting a wait. Sat ourselves immediately. Waitress came over not…read morelong after and got our drinks quickly. The French dip special was heavenly and has so much meat. They were so busy but waitress still managed to check in with us which was awesome. Also sat near a nice couple who had nothing but good things to say about the place. I will definitely be going back here. My only wish was it wasn't SO loud but it is also a bar so ‍

Very welcoming! And every meal we've enjoyed here is above and beyond -- often enough for…read moreleftovers, twice.

An above average diner experience. If you've been to a breakfast/brunch spot before then you know…read morewhat to expect, but Luke's was very well lit and clean inside with stellar service. The coffee was pretty good for a diner. I don't think you'd be disappointed stopping in here for a bite to eat.

We enjoyed the salad bar! We also ordered prime rib with hash browns and all of it was delicious…read moreand well seasoned. Our server was very friendly and wonderfully accommodating!

I usually write reviews only when I am highly impressed by my experience. Unfortunately, I was not…read moreimpressed today. We had Easter dinner reservations. We were seated 40 minutes after our reservation time. Explanations for the wait were: our table wasn't ready yet, they needed to clear off a table, earlier tables lingered longer than expected, it was table change over time, they needed two more minutes. Interestingly, we walked past at least three empty, freshly set tables as we were seated that would have accommodated our party. Our table was not fully set when we sat down. The food was mediocre. Prime rib was tough, ham was tasteless, mashed potatoes were good, mac and cheese was okay, salad bar was basic, dessert was okay. Not worth $40 per person. Service was acceptable given the buffet dinner. Appropriate cash tip was left. We have had far better experiences at the Maple Tree in the past. This is why we chose to make reservations for Easter dinner. We were offered no discount or compensation for our trouble. Very disappointed.

Don't believe the hype. After hearing raves about Hank's, we decided to stop in on a weeknight. I…read morehave been to the Muskellounge a handful of times but our first to Hank's. Order at the counter for takeout or bring it over to the bar area to enjoy. I will say having it attached is a huge perk for those wishing to absorb the great vibes (and beverages) the Muskellounge has to offer. Moving to the food, I walked away unimpressed. A solid C with perhaps the exception being the biscuit in the chicken tender basket (a solid A). After hearing about their burgers, I opted for their special. Perhaps my fault but the burger was completely overdressed with flavors that overpowered the beef patty. On the other side was the chicken sandwich. Pedestrian. Rather flat and under seasoned. The chicken tenders were fried well but lacked salt. Perhaps I set the bar too high for Hank's but plenty of places in Madison to get your fix on burgers and fried chicken.

Went here for a quick food option and ended up ordering both of the specials for the day. It was…read moreone of the first nice days of the year, so we were lucky to grab a patio spot at Muskellounge. We were kind of shocked when out food was actually ready in 5 minutes like we were told, that's some efficiency! The specials for the day were a cuban and a meatball sandwich. This cuban sandwich was one of the best I've ever had and I really hope it's on their menu more! The meatball sandwich was also very tasty with a spicy giardinara to give it some extra flavor. We also had to get the waffle fries with Hanks sauce because it's just so tasty. Always a great option, especially if you can eat it next door.

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!

Such a cool place! Great ambiance. Many menu options and great happy hour prices! One of my…read morefavorite places in madison