Ben Luginbill: Some of the favorite burgers in Madison and has been apart of UW community for decades. Had to try the appetizer sampler with Cheese Curds and Mac&Cheese wedges. Pair with Spotted Cow beer!
AJ Storrs: The Heartthrob burger is a close second to the Melting Pot, especially if you like the spicy. The chili is also excellent.
Beth: Fabulous veggie burger but really messy. The onion rings my friends ordered were delish! Exactly how onion rings should be made. Will be back!
Julie Shackleton: Great staff, DELISH salads and the pizza is gooood. I had the margarita on cracker base. Tip: get sauce. I didn't and was a bit dry. The cinnanuggets for dessert are YUM
Ed R: Fantastic BBQ chicken pizza
Allison: Not much of a sit-down joint, but the pizza is delicious and easy to pick up for dinner elsewhere. We always swap pepperoni for tomatoes on the deluxe... Mmm!
Cooper Smith: Start with the Cheese & Artichoke Dip (if you're craving more, order the Dane Burger, which comes topped in the dip). Goes great with a Crop Circle Wheat in the summer.
Men'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 Huber: Ask for Dario. He makes the dirtiest drinks.
10. Essen Haus
7.4
514 E Wilson St (Btw S Franklin & S Blair), Madison, WI
German Restaurant · Downtown Madison · 41 tips and reviews
Brent Gatewood: Great beer on tap, pretzels and German music!
Esquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Try any one of the 17 German tap biers, in a two-liter boot stein. Read more.
Peter M: Loud atmosphere. A fun place to party.
11. Tipsy Cow
7.6
102 King St (at Main St), Madison, WI
Bar · Downtown Madison · 80 tips and reviews
Rk S: Burgers are a must. Truffle fries are decadent. Great beer selection.
Serious Eats: Fantastic smashed burgers in a little, casual bar that can compete with the more well-known spots on Capital Square.
Erin Perry: Excellent burgers and great beer menu. So many choices, get a few apps in half orders to try everything!