Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near State Street, Madison

Katie M. • November 11, 2014The blueberry pancakes are fluffy and delicious! The greens are also surprisingly great!

Charlie W. • July 4, 2014Magnifico! Great decor and food was as close as you can get to Italian food. Wine was amazing as well! We will be back!

Vesper V. • September 24, 2013I went here all the time back in college. So simple and so good. Fresh Black Earth beef or seasoned potato, you can't go wrong. My favorite way is with butter, curry, and hot sauce.

Colby M. • August 4, 2017Great fries!

Amy R. • September 25, 2016Large selection of whiskey and a chill place for an after work cocktail

Denise • February 23, 2013Best salad in town! Ingredients are always fresh...always a few specials or extensive 'build your own'.

C • December 30, 2015Great variety of drinks, entrees, and desserts. Can't go wrong with their current drink menu that is constantly changing.

Derek V. • September 27, 2010Best lunch on state street and very affordable. Everything is excellent, and cash only set up keeps the cost low. Try the Lamb Akin's Plate!

Lauren B. • April 22, 2017I got the strawberry cheesecake ice cream and it was absolutely amazing!! It felt very light but filling and it was a great way to end the night! Service was very nice too :)

Austin C. • March 25, 2014Coffee's okay, but the vibe, service, and home-made brownies are excellent. A great place to meet with friends (and clients).

Ben L. • April 20, 2020Go-to spot for consistent quality coffee and quick meal near campus. Have to try the Pumpkin Chocolate Chip bread!

Marissa H. • November 12, 2011The pizza sandwich is quite yummy

Amy R. • August 25, 2016Hummus bowl with chicken and extra pita is a solid lunch for the hungry

Charlotte G. • July 28, 2019Delicious super filling salads!

Monica C. • August 25, 2018The salads are good and the place is popular. However the staff has not figured out the assembly line technique so the line backs up quickly.

Corey J. • April 28, 2016The stand out dishes are the paella. Huge, perfect for the entire table to share and packed full of flavor in every bite

Jessie W. • January 28, 2016Roasted pineapple is to die for! Amazing appetizer bar.

Nina H. • July 9, 2011Cheese plaza is really good. Come here all the time.

Ally M. • July 22, 2015Don't skip the fries! The burger AND the fries will give you the whole experience.

Joanna M. • March 2, 2015Fantastic bartenders. The kind of low key place that has a lot of regulars. Good tap selection, and bar food.

Nancy W. • September 7, 2013Been coming here since 1976 my favorite gyros

Paul D. • October 11, 2010Try their homemade chipotle spread. It's nice and spicy!

Michael B. • March 28, 2016Great selection of fresh, out of the oven cookies!

Jessica B. • August 7, 2014Great service. Get the garlic & herb bread!

Dougie C. • June 9, 2021The chicken fingers are all kinds of awesome! You need these in your life!

Clare • March 8, 2010If you are vegan or vegetarian, their burritos are great. Filling and full of flavor!

Amy R. • July 5, 2016Everything here tastes artificial. But if you have a hankering for tapioca balls, they have plenty

Dan S. • March 19, 2012Spaghetti and Meatballs, Steak Stroganoff, worth it.

Conrad C. • July 10, 2015Huge on tap beer selection, delicious burgers, in a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of TV's

Dave T. • September 10, 2011Everything is good. Burgers? Get the double. Come early to get a seat in weekends.