Small place with a very busy kitchen. They also sell fresh food products and ingredients for ppl…read morewanting to cook at home. I'm partial toward the crab cakes though - especially since that's the only thing I've actually had here . They are BOMB! They guy behind the counter also put me on to the boom boom sauce and I'll never forget it. Can't wait to visit again.

The lake perch dinner is amazing! I always ask for two extra pieces because I eat at least two…read morepieces before I pull out of the parking lot! The staff are knowledgeable, personable and professional.

Loved the deviled eggs appetizer. Laying them on a bed of shredded lettuce was odd, but not…read moreterrible. They could have used a little more pickle relish topping. The fish and chips--chips were cooked to perfection but the tartar sauce and fish were just ok. I commented that they basically tasted like nothing. Our servers were attentive and friendly and service was quick. The ambiance was nice--easy conversational place. If it had been warmer, they have a fantastic seating area outside. Inside there is very little room in the host/check-in table area and we constantly felt like we were in the way when other parties came in.

The wrap was mostly lettuce and kind of mid. The waffle fries and the garlic aioli were delicious!…read more The cucumber cooler and the dragonfruit Paloma were amazing. The margarita was strong! Our server was lovely even though it was very busy and accommodated our split checks. Overall, I would go again but I would probably order something different.

Rated one of the best burger places in Wisconsin. The burgers do stand out. THE VERDICT is the…read moreplace where the burgers are more smoky compared to other places with no hint of excess juices that would make the bun soggy. Price and size are perfect. We also got the cheese curds, though that was okay. The ambiance is great, as it's like a smaller bar without it being in the middle of nowhere. There are always a lot of people.

My husband wanted to treat me to what he said was the best burger in the Madison area. He goes…read morethere with work colleagues for lunch, once in a while. He took me to Oakcrest Tavern. We arrived mid-afternoon on a Saturday. It isn't very large inside, but it has a rustic vibe and had a quaint feel. There is a small dining area to the left of the bar. The bar area is on the smaller side. Immediately a staff member came over to ask what we would like. We ordered two Badger club beers, and cheese curds. The cheese curds came out popping hot, and were very delicious, not greasy, and the best ones I have had so far, in the area. They use white cheddar in their curds. We ordered two medium rare bacon cheeseburgers, with lettuce, tomato and onions. Also, because my husband is an appetizer freak, he ordered onion rings. The onion rings arrived first, and were hot and not greasy, and had a nice crunch. I will admit I am not a big onion ring fan, but they were quite good. Our burgers arrived next, and oh my, they were large. The burger is six ounces and is made with extra lean ground beef and steak trimmings, which is ground daily by the Oakcrest staff. I do admit, that our burgers did end up well done, and I could predict it, as the cooking area was beyond where we were sitting, and it took longer than I expected, but they made it right in the end. The burgers had a nice tasteful char on them, and the steak trimmings they add to the burger, takes it up a notch. The atmosphere was quaint and comforting, the staff was awesome, and the customers were also very friendly. We heard a lot about their fish fry, so we will return later to give it a try.

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.

This is a full service restaurant that I expect would especially appeal to families, couples and…read moresmall groups. I have been here at least 8 times with a super senior who uses a cane and has a hearing impairment and several other times with the super senior and other friends or relatives. We usually come on a weekday in the afternoon or early evening when it is not very busy. The staff have always been kind and patient with taking our order and regularly checking on us. I like that the booth area on the main level is uncluttered and does not require steps to access. This makes getting to the booth easier for those with any mobility challenges and it makes it a bit quieter and easier to hear for those with hearing challenges. They have a decent size menu plus great daily specials. When we bring friends or family who can help us eat an appetizer, we always order the cheese curds which taste fresh, hot and not oily. If we don't find a Daily Special that suits us, we usually go for their Fish and Chips, Friday Fish Fry, or Mushroom Burger. They have a wide variety of sides to choose from but our typical go-to sides are the Loaded Mashed Potatoes or Chef's Vegetables. We have enjoyed everything we ordered there.

Stopped by Lake City Social and it did not disappoint! The Reuben was on point, fries were…read moreperfectly crispy, and the service was great. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in the area!

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.

So good and such great service we came back a second night!! Popped in on a super busy Sunday and…read morewere greeted by Alex with an acknowledgment that I see you and I will be with you in a minute or two. Dropped menus right away and let us know the wait on food. We were committed so we stuck it out and so glad we did!!! (Wait time was way less than anticipated!!) Lydia rocked the grill and I had one of the best shrimp salads and the husband is still raving about the grilled hotdog sandwich!! They were both getting their asses handed to them but they greeted every customer immediately, never complained and smiling. Being from the service industry to see those two work together was awesome and so was the food. Not your classic bar food but elevated and delicious. Highly recommend for the service, atmosphere, hospitality and delicious food!!!

There is nothing that didn't go well on our first visit a couple of weeks ago. In fact, we were so…read moreimpressed with the food and the staff that we are going back again this evening, for dinner this time (it was lunch the first time), and my wife and I are bringing our son and her mom as well. Not sure if I want to do the 65er again, or maybe diversify a little. Definitely getting the frolic curds and the frolic fries. Food is great, service is great and the ambience is perfect for what this delicious place is. Well, we went back but this time the burger patties were like hockey pucks. Our son ordered his 65'er medium rare and got medium well. I ordered mine medium and it was so overdone the patty shrank for about half of the size it should have been. Waited almost an hour for food that, unfortunately, disappointed a bit this time. It was definitely not the owners in the kitchen like it was on Father's Day.

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!

My brother in law wanted to stop in for lunch here while we were in town. We had a pretty large…read moregroup of 7 people; two kids and five adults. We didn't get immediate seating, but for a Saturday at lunch time that makes sense. They did get us in about 25 minutes later which I didn't think was too crazy. In total we were there for 90 minutes. We were seated upstairs, so we all got to take the elevator up. That was fun. We were kind of seated in a corner booth behind a wall, so I feel like maybe we were forgotten about a little bit by our server. I also think he was the only one working upstairs, so he might have been a bit overwhelmed. But he was very nice and took care of all of our requests. All of our food was decently good. Three of us got the bbq bacon style burger, one got a salad, the kids got the Mac bites, and one of us got the brisket sandwich. I was happy to see that one of the side options was carrots and celery, and they were big pieces of veggies for the sides. Would I come back here again? It's certainly not out of the question. This is my first time visiting this area so I'm sure there are other places to try as well.

Met friends for a mid-week lunch. We all appreciated the tall wooden booths which made our…read moreconversations easy. Between the four of us we ordered a burger, a salad, a bowl meal and a chicken sandwich. I had the Pesto Chicken sandwich with a side of tater tots (many other side choices to choose from). The sandwich was very tasty, even the roll itself, but the chicken was a bit chewy. The tots were awesome! Everyone enjoyed our lunch gathering. Our server was attentive and was happy to take a couple photos for us.

I was a member of Blackhawk Church for the last 10 years and am really disappointed in the church…read morelately. They have started to share their political leanings on social topics and even have a special session on it. I go to church to learn about the teachings in the Bible and not to be "taught" on how I should feel about immigration.

My wife and I visited Blackhawk yesterday. She had worshipped there years ago and loved it. We…read morewere very disappointed. It seems like a great social club with great activities for all. I am extremely glad I didn't bring a non believer with us. Instead of hearing a Gospel presentation or a good Bible study they would have heard a message on making the world better at work or wherever. So they would have left thinking if they did what the sermon was about they would be ok with God on judgement day. A very poor excuse for a sermon and more like some kind of motivational talk, but no Gospel message. Very sad. Greggeh1@att