Best Restaurants, Must Try Places 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."

"Enjoy the Union during the summer months when you can grab friends or family and head to its location off the shores of Lake Mendota. Here a bench seat and free live music await you by the docks. Grab a pitcher of New Glarus Spotted Cow or Leinenkugel's Honey Weiss, both popular Wisconsin beers available on tap at the Union, and watch the sunset over the lake."

"level 1 and lower level, 800 Langdon St, Madison(608) 265-3000. Full of activity and quick bites to eat. The restrooms were untidy and out of toilet paper but they fixed that within an hour."

"And while you can drink it at almost every bar and restaurant in Madison, there is no better place to indulge than the Memorial Union Terrace overlooking Lake Mendota."

"Belgian beers both local and from Belgian, other craft beers at this lively European-style pub. Some entrees pay tribute to the Benelux countries (frites, quiche Lorraine, salads) but the focus is on indulgent breakfasts, burgers, and sandwiches. American, Bar, Belgian, Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Restaurant, Salad, Sandwiches, Wheelchair Access"

"The brick-and-mortar outpost of Banzo keeps it casual with counter service, several craft beer options, and an expanded menu that includes locally sourced lamb, daily salad and side specials, and a sweet potato falafel with a welcome, swift kick in the pants from serrano peppers. It's all about the chickpeas here, though; ground fresh and fried to a perfect middle ground between crispy and creamy, they're as peerless in a pillowy pita now as they were when Aaron Collins and Netalee Sheinman opened their first food cart in 2011."

"The Banzo food cart serves popular Mediterranean dishes from the restaurant. The dishes are super filling and flavorful. Banzo is home of Madison's Favorite Falafel."

"Casual dining is anything but dull when you’re perched lakeside with a basket of truffle fries and a beer. Grab a seat on the deck just steps from Lake Monona for a salty break. The menu boasts Wisconsin pub classics, including the fan-favorite cheese curds, brats, burgers and wings."

"Address: 30 North Carroll Street, Madison, Wisconsin (WI), 53703, USA Tel: +1 608 264 6555 If you are interested in learning more about the city's past history and its earliest settlers, then the Wisconsin Historical Museum on North Carroll Street is the place to come. Managed by the Wisconsin Historical Society, this attraction is overflowing with important artifacts from yesteryear, with displays relating to Frontier Wisconsin in the 1800s, the People of the Woodlands and Making a Living. You can also find out about the state's more influential residents within the Wisconsin Innovations section, and learn about local labor laws at the Sense of Community exhibit."

"If you choose to visit the Arboretum at the University of Wisconsin then you can also visit the adjoining Geology Museum at the same time, where you can learn all about minerals and fossils from the area. The museum is something of a hidden gem in the area, but if you do make it here then you can expect to find full dinosaur skeletons on display as well as real life meteorites, and sparkling gemstones from the area."

"Housed within the University of Wisconsin Weeks Hall, the Geology museum is home to mineral and geode samples along with fossils from all over Wisconsin. Within the museum, you will find the vertebrate room. This is also one of my favorite things to do in Madison, Wisconsin for homeschool families."

"The Washburn Observatory is an astronomical observatory located at 1401 Observatory Drive on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus in Madison, Wisconsin, United States."

"The 422-acre Governor Nelson State Park sits on the shores of Lake Mendota. On most days, you can enjoy a unique view of the Wisconsin State Capitol from the park. Popular activities available include swimming, boating, fishing, and picnicking."

"Botanical Gardens3330 Atwood Avenue Madison, Madison, WI 53704MoreLess Info. Voted as one of the top ten inspiring gardens in North America, Olbrich Botanical Gardens provide beauty and peace. With over 16 acres of gardens to see, visitors get their fill of exotic plants and appealing landscapes."

"Olbrich Botanical Gardens is a stunning 16-acre outdoor garden display that features an incredible mix of hearty Midwest plants and colorful tropical greenery. Every season offers something new to see. Stop by in the spring to check out the blooming bulbs."

"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."