Sardine is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

1. Sardine

9.2
617 Williamson St (S Blair St), Madison, WI
French Restaurant · Marquette · 64 tips and reviews

El S.El Soberano: loved the energy and food was delicious! had oyster sampler which was great in August. fish was flavorful and well-cooked.

germainegermaine: best burger in madison, wi. and i'm a total snob about my burgers.

Adam B.Adam B: At least 6 open tables and they tell us to wait still... Like I said bitches.

The Weary Traveler Freehouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

2. The Weary Traveler Freehouse

8.6
1201 Williamson St (S Few St), Madison, WI
American Restaurant · Marquette · 71 tips and reviews

Moriah M.Moriah Mae: The Chicken Dijonnaise is fantastic, along with their assortment of exotic beers. This place is definitely a must to try!

John K.John Kuehl: Go to The Weary, leave the Tic-Tacs at home, and order Bob's Bad Breath Burger.

Steven R.Steven Rogers: Try growing a unique beard, sitting at the bar drinking an overpriced drink and talking about that trendy nonfiction book you just read.

Monty's Blue Plate Diner is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

3. Monty's Blue Plate Diner

9.1
2089 Atwood Ave (Division St.), Madison, WI
Diner · Marquette · 66 tips and reviews

Craig L.Craig Le May: Get the tofu scramble and the veggie hash, wash it down with Just Coffee (local roaster)! Excellence!!

Martin M.Martin Mazie: Marty's Black Bavarian Beer Shake is the most decadent drink creation on the planet. You need to try one.

Gerry C.Gerry Cardinal III: They have a vegan menu. Nothing new, but makes it easier to find the vegan items.

The Old Fashioned Tavern & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

4. The Old Fashioned Tavern & Restaurant

8.8
23 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI
Gastropub · Downtown Madison · 261 tips and reviews

David W.David Wozniak: Great place, good food and 40 beers on tap. Cheese. Curds are a must

Paul R.Paul R: Excellent food and a great selection of Wisconsin beer. Read more.

EaterEater: Madison food writer Kyle Nabilcy: "Its thick pub-style burgers, has provided a gateway for a younger generation's appreciation of Wisconsin supper club culture. Mondays are two-for-one burger nights."

The Melting Pot is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

5. The Melting Pot

8.3
6816 Odana Rd, Madison, WI
Fondue Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Tricia P.Tricia Pawelski: Delicious! I've had the 4 course meal, and I would recommend skipping it and just getting the cheese fondue and the turtle chocolate fondue for dessert. It's enough food!

Lysa G.Lysa Grant: Mix teriyaki with the green goddess on steak. You’ll thank me later.

Lorraine D.Lorraine Dunican: The service wasn't very good. I didn't like cooking my own small portions at an exorbitant price.

Ian's Pizza on State is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

6. Ian's Pizza on State

8.7
100 State St, Madison, WI
Pizzeria · State Street · 98 tips and reviews

annieologyannieology: Get a salad too! They are amazing!

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: A variety of bizarre pizza slices at Ian's Pizza on State Street in Madison. As seen on Bizarre Foods.

Christopher V.Christopher Van Vlack: Classic. Mac and Cheese pizza

Tornado Room Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

7. Tornado Room Steakhouse

8.9
116 S Hamilton St (W Main St), Madison, WI
Steakhouse · Downtown Madison · 61 tips and reviews

Halee I.Halee Iskalis: Be sure to make a reservation! Escargot is great!

Steven V.Steven Vanderveer: Eat the scallops. And all of the mashed potatoes that come along.

Jen H.Jen Holmes: Grassfed burger is great. Late night menu from 10 pm on, worth the wait.

Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

8. Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company

8.5
123 E Doty St (at King St), Madison, WI
Brewery · Downtown Madison · 141 tips and reviews

LizLiz: Their cheese curds are the best I have ever had. The west African chicken peanut stew is AMAZING!

Men's Health MagMen's Health Mag: Fresh brewed beer. Billiards without daiquiri stains. Food served on platters. No wonder the states mandate closing hours, or you’d never leave this place. Start with Peck’s Pilsner, go from there.

Ryan H.Ryan Huber: Ask for Dario. He makes the dirtiest drinks.

Noodles & Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

9. Noodles & Company

8.4
4280 E Towne Blvd (at Eagan Rd), Madison, WI
Asian Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

Kat E.Kat Etta: Try the Penne Rosa......best bowl of noodles on the menu!

Your 5th AuntYour 5th Aunt: The rice krispies are worth the extra dollars. Go for it!

Tanner T.Tanner Tousey: The Noodles experience can only be fully enjoyed outside!

L'etoile is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

10. L'etoile

8.6
25 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI
American Restaurant · Downtown Madison · 20 tips and reviews

Dave S.Dave Sawyer: The tasting menu is worth every penny. Incredibly flavorful, beautifully prepared food in an elegant environment served up with a great view. Easily one of the best restaurant experiences in Madison.

77 Square77 Square: Pulitzer-winning food critic Jonathan Gold of LA Weekly tasted cheese curds for the first time at L'etoile and had a revelation. Click on "More Info" below to find out more... Read more.

Rafael M.Rafael Muchon: Food is fantastic! Service is really good as well! It's pricey though.

Eldorado Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

11. Eldorado Grill

744 Williamson St (at Livingston St), Madison, WI
Mexican Restaurant · Marquette · 47 tips and reviews

Kristi H.Kristi Hellmer: Best vegan chili ever! Spicy and delicious! Also: anything on the breakfast menu is amazing.

Ken S.Ken Soliva: The new happy hour menu is fantastic, and cheap! The Beef and Chorizo Street Tacos deserve a permanent spot on the regular menu. The salsa arbol is a keeper too.

Dan M.Dan Miller: Half price appetizers for happy hour. 430-630.

Pizza Brutta is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

12. Pizza Brutta

9.0
1805 Monroe St, Madison, WI
Pizzeria · Dudgeon - Monroe · 26 tips and reviews

Dave S.Dave Sawyer: The open-flame, brick oven adds an incredible smoky char flavor to the wonderfully chewy, delicious thin crust. An authentic Neapolitan pizza for a great price. Can't go wrong.

Peter H.Peter Hurley: Prosciutto arugula is perfection.

Sarah K.Sarah Karlen: My kind of pizza - thin crust and brick oven - any pizza is great, but make sure to check out the salads too!

The Alchemy Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

13. The Alchemy Cafe

8.6
1980 Atwood Ave (S 1st St.), Madison, WI
American Restaurant · Marquette · 52 tips and reviews

Kelly M.Kelly McDonough: The Hanger Steak is fabulous. Try the daily grilled bread special.

Ashley A.Ashley A: The salads are great but a little heavy on the dressing. Try one with the dressing on the side.

Katherine F.Katherine Friedl: The sweet potato fries with black berry jam and spicy mayo are a must! Big serving to split with 3 or 4 if u want room for your main course

Brasserie V is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

14. Brasserie V

1923 Monroe St (Van Buren St), Madison, WI
Gastropub · Vilas · 62 tips and reviews

Jill T.Jill Tomalin: Love tge Frites! Amazing number of beer on tap and bottle. Try the St. Bernardus.

Vanessa D.Vanessa Derickson: If you are unfamiliar with any of the many beers on tap, ask for a taste!

Kira S.Kira Sabin: Super yummy lunch but get here early if you want a table.

Taquería Guadalajara is one of The 15 Best Places for Family Dinners in Madison.

15. Taquería Guadalajara

8.2
1033 S Park St, Madison, WI
Mexican Restaurant · 43 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: Authentic tacos and tamales are prepared behind the counter. The best-selling steak-and-onion or vegetarian tacos go for $1.75 each. Get takeout and picnic at nearby Lake Menona. Read more.

Raul G.Raul Gutierrez Herrera: Excelente! The fire caused major damage but remodel updated kitchen. Great food for little $. One thing I don't understand is why the gringos all get water brought to them but Latinos not, weird.

Greg P.Greg Polinger: The best mexican food in Madison Hands down. Get the enchiladas verde