Best & Cool Bars in Madison

"draws the best of ingredients from all over the state to craft meals closely associated with Wisconsin. Local farmers and suppliers provide the restaurant’s produce, which allows the chefs to concoct mouth-watering fish dishes, cheese platters and brats. The goal here is to create a level of nostalgia around state traditions and foodstuffs, such as wood-fired chicken and spicy pickled eggs."

"All the Wisconsin staples can be found at the Old Fashioned. From cheese curds to fish fry, there are classic, pub, and kid-friendly eats here. The Old Fashioned is located steps from the Madison Children’s Museum, making it an easy stop before or after a visit."

"Dine on Wisconsin-themed menus at Old Fashioned, a retro-style tavern offering everything from beers and brats, to state-sourced cheese curds. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 608-410-4545"

", this restaurant draws well-heeled crowds on the nightly for show-stopping views of the Capitol Building alongside one of the city’s best wine lists. Over 40 wines by the glass and 350 by the bottle are available and span the globe from France, Spain, Italy, and beyond. The crowd-pleasing small plates are just as internationally inspired: Lamb meatballs are accompanied by romesco sauce and toasted ciabatta, tuna poke meets pineapple sweet & sour sauce and wonton, and foie gras two ways shares a plate with blackberry coulis and cranberries."

"Eno Vino Wine Bar & Bistro is an upmarket bistro that serves small and sharing plates of tapas and other traditional Spanish fare along with over 150 wines by the bottle and 40 by the glass. The eatery has a cozy setting with dark wood accents, comfortable décor, and a vibrant, relaxed ambiance. Diners tuck into sharing plates of sea scallops, octopus or squid, truffled fries, heirloom tomatoes, tempura shrimp, meatballs, flatiron steak and more, along with specialty martinis, global wines, craft beers, and signature cocktails."

"Wonderful food, wonderful ambience, wonderful view Sit by the window if possible. Gorgeous sunset The crispy lobster was luscious. The shortribs great."

"While Cooper’s has a large brunch menu, it unfortunately includes a lot of french toast and eggs Benedict. However, order the Benedict without the english muffin and you’re golden. They also have a good selection of eggs, scrambles, and classic American breakfasts to hold you over."

"Experience a quintessential Wisconsin supper club at this old-time spot where your meal still starts with a relish tray. Toby’s Supper Club is a product of prohibition and — like many other supper clubs around the state — it started as a place where locals could both eat and booze clandestinely. These days all Old Fashioneds are poured out in the open and steak and lake perch are the big draws."

"Toby’s Supper Club has been family owned for more than 40 years, with many claiming it has the city’s best fish fry. The restaurant is also known for its frog legs and hash brown potatoes."

"focuses specifically on the dishes of Afghanistan, and cooks up sumptuous curries, dumplings, hummus and other offerings from the region. The cuisine provides plenty of options for both meat lovers and vegetarian, as the dishes here are spiced up with light yet aromatic flavours, catering to all tastes. There is also plenty of choice for those with a sweet tooth with balaclava and firni being favoured desserts."

"Apps, salads, wraps, sandwiches, and burgers, with Beatles-themed names. (No Wild Honey Pie on the menu, though.). Bar, Burgers, Dinner, Live Music, Lunch, Open Late/24 Hours, Pub Grub, Restaurant, Salad, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access"

"Camp Trippalindee, seated atop the University of Wisconsin-adjacent Graduate Hotel, is built on a question it’s hard to believe anyone was asking: “Can we base a restaurant on a combination of northwoods cabin life and a semi-obscure Rodney Dangerfield reference?. ” With spot-on decor, a fast-food-ish menu, and outdoor fire bowls over which you can cook s’mores, the unexpected answer is “yes."

"A post shared by Fuegos - Steak•Tapas•Vegan (@fuegosmadison) on Jun 7, 2019 at 3:47pm PDT. Fuegos is a Spanish word that loosely translates to “fire” or “flames.” The restaurant specializes in a blend of pan-Latin menus, and though it is a steakhouse, it has an enviable variety of vegan options as well. The restaurant has an extensive menu for vegans, featuring delicacies prepared with locally sourced ingredients to provide diners the most palatable experience possible."

"There are 3.1 miles of classic cross-country skiing trails through the marsh. Along the way only, you may see migrating waterfowl or Great Blue Heron. The marsh acts as a living filter for Lake Mendota."

"Owen Conservation Park is a 96-acre park that’s perched on a hilltop overlooking Madison’s west side. It was once the farm of University of Wisconsin professor Edward T. Owen. However, today oak savannas and prairies have started to reclaim the land."

"This spot is located on a scenic hilltop overlooking the West side of Madison. During the summer, it’s a breeding ground for wildflowers like coneflower and bluestem. But in the winter, you can enjoy 1.6 miles of classic cross-country skiing."

"With Wisconsin such a rich state in regards to preserved land and wildlife, it would be a shame to not explore some of the natural beauty Madison has to offer. The Lakeshore Nature Preserve is a great place to engage in nature, with a 4-mile stretch of accessible forest that is located on the shore of Lake Mendota, the largest and debatably the most stunning of all the lakes around Madison."