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!!

The space just opened when a friend and I stopped in. They have a lovely craft cocktail menu…read morefeaturing their own distilled spirits. Neat dog-friendly space to chat and relax with those you hold dear.

Great spot tucked away on east wash. We tried some of the fall cocktails which were excellent! The…read morewhite rabbit especially, it was frozen and tasted just like a milkshake. The candy man was a favorite also! I would definitely try one of the flights if I came back another time. The atmosphere was super cute. Would be great for a pre dinner drink or somewhere to have a chill drink. Lots of tables, bar space, and a couch area. There was some street parking around but most were filled, we found a spot about a block away. Bartenders were awesome and made for a great time!

Amazing perfect affordable and flexible wedding venue. Don't expect a concierge because it's a…read morepublic space managed by a friendly lady.

My husband and I were married under the Lussier Family Heritage Center's historic oak tree last…read moreOctober. It was a BEAUTIFUL venue and exactly what we were looking for. They allow you to bring your own food and alcohol which is rare among venues in our area and they have a ton of amenities, including an AV system, table cloth rental, an outdoor fire pit, and a ton of beautiful outdoor spaces for photographs. They were also much more affordable than every other venue we looked at in our area.

The place is great! Beautiful views, nice big Lodge, great bar, good food. The only stumble is…read moreservice, but you have to remember it's a Lodge and half of the people working are volunteers . So just be patient, have another ice tea ( or bourbon) and enjoy good food in a great atmosphere.

So this review is not for the dining experience at the Elks though many years ago my in-laws…read morebelonged here and we came for dinner. I believe it was for their relatively inexpensive burgers. The most recent visit, a few weeks ago, was to see a band play out on their lawn. It was a beautiful evening so it was a great setting. We did get a few drinks at both their upstairs bar and the one set up downstairs for this event. The drinks were good but not as cheap as I recall from years ago. Hard to believe they ran out of tonic, the crowd really wasn't that big! They did have brats and burgers. I got a brat and it was pretty good. That was it for food. Best feature of this place is the location.

Very interesting compilation of rooms for events, restaurants, and small boutiques. Unique…read moreinterior. Cute stores. Great vibe. We had Caesar salads from Ian's pizza. The salads were amazing. We didn't get to try the pizza. So, I can't speak to that. I'm so glad we stumbled upon this place while we were in Madison.

It was 4th of July. Came to this part of Madison to take a bike trip around Lake Monona. Started…read moreat ended at Garvers. The building is a restored feed building, built in 1906. There is a plaque on the outside of the building that gives some of the history. It has a high quality feel to it, and has been well maintained. Inside is a collection of small business, a restaurant, lounge and coffee shop. There are restrooms and seating areas inside and outside. The lower level can be used as an event space for receptions and parties.

This place is super cute! With one bartender and craft cocktails, you might wait a bit for your…read moredrink, but it is worth it. The location is perfect for Kohl Center events, It's really comfortable and nicely decorated.

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.

If you're visiting Madison, Wisconsin, add Olbrich Botanical Gardens to your list…read more We went in the off-season and it was still absolutely beautiful. The conservatory feels like stepping into a mini jungle--lush greenery, colorful orchids, and that warm, humid air that makes you forget it's winter outside for a minute. It's such a peaceful stop if you're looking for something relaxing, something scenic, or just want a quiet break from exploring the city. Honestly, I can only imagine how stunning this place is in peak bloom--but even off-season, it's 100% worth it. If you're building a Madison itinerary, this one's a must-see

This is a really nice botanical garden to visit, especially in the spring! Some things were not in…read morebloom the day I went, but there was a nice variety of plants and some cool structures. I appreciate that the admission is free as well. The day I came there were tons of people taking prom and graduation pictures, making it hard to see everything, so keep that in mind if you come around this time of year. A bit difficult to navigate the paths but overall a very beautiful place and great for pictures.

A nice enough small concert venue in a difficult location. Be prepared for a parking "experience."…read moreThat said, we enjoyed our concert there.

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!

This was my first show at The Sylvee. I had heard a lot about it, but I finally got to see what it…read morewas all about. And OH, I was not disappointed! I got to see the Static-X/Sevendust/Dope show, and fortunate to enjoy it from one of the few suites (far from the mosh pit!) that line the perimeter of the viewing area. The location: If you love downtown, this is a great location. If you fear downtown Madison, well, sorry. The good news is you can find decent (or free) parking nearby without getting lost in the mess of one way streets and chaos. The better news is that there's no shortage of places for your "pregame" efforts, whether you are looking for dinner or just a cocktail. The venue: The Sylvee is clean and tidy. You can tell it was built for the best concert-going experience. Plenty of room to move about, good bathroom situation, and numerous places to find a beverage. Up by the suites? Even better, with a special bar and bathroom situation just for them. And the bars have a great selection of craft/local beers. Overall the technology in the venue is great. The sound is excellent, and the lighting is on point. I know a lot has to do with the act that is in town, but Sylvee seems to have what they need to put on a good show. Now, you won't find Aerosmith or KISS coming by to do a show here, but you can find some pretty sizable acts performing here. If you find a show in town that really trips your trigger - and it's at The Sylvee... book it! You won't be sorry.

My first time at The Sylvee and definitely not my last. Such a cool, modern, spacious, event space…read more I got to see Maren Morris and it was incredible! The layout is great. You walk in and you have a huge bar area on the left to grab a drink, then you can walk down a few steps and it's a huge area right in front of the stage. We got standing only tickets so that's where we stood. It was awesome because you could get so close to the stage. They do have a second floor with an additional bar and paid seating that looked really nice. The sound was great, everything was clean, air conditioned, the bar staff were efficient, and the prices weren't insane. There were a lot of people there but you still had your own standing space, it wasn't a packed sardines situation at all. Even leaving was easy, it wasn't a stampede. Overall an awesome somewhat more intimate experience for a concert. They do have a parking garage for $15. We went to dinner on Willy Street before and had street parking there so we didn't need to move our car. Only a few block walk, super convenient! I can't wait to see another concert at The Sylvee!

The performing arts center offers many opportunities to see various art forms including galleries,…read moreplays, musicals and music. I've recently discovered the broadway subscription package and highly recommended. The packages offer varying price points with some around 50-60 per show. Arrive early and visit the free galleries throughout.

It's been a while since I've been at the Overture and last time was for a Matt Nathanson concert…read more so very different experience. Was very excited when it was announced that & Juliet was touring through Wisconsin. The speciality cocktails were great. Loved the photo back drop space and that they had staff helping to take your photo! We were in the Right Balcony row J. Note it is a very steep set up for balcony- great for view no heads in the way - get "closer" to the stage but for those with height or falling phobias do beware! Sound was really great and if you did have to pop out during performance for some reason- they actually have monitors out in the hallway showing the stage which is nice. Would definitely return for another show.