Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Madison, Madison

Linds E. • September 22, 2016I enjoy ordering the pork tenderloin with tart cherry sauce. With side salad and hash browns. Yum!

Amy R. • May 29, 2016Cookie pizza is a great treat. I wish they had the steel pan pizza at lunch (but the wood fired is very tasty)

Adam M. • May 22, 2010Don't want pizza today? Grab a salad. They offer some great signature salads and an amazing build your own salad bar.

Brandon T. • June 29, 2011Try the squash bell pepper goat cheese omelet...amazing

Michal S. • December 20, 2015Quarter if the apple fritter was more than sufficient. It's huge! Great atmosphere right on the square.

Linds E. • March 5, 2016Bacon wrapped dates! These helped with my craving after trying these at Chicago restaurant, Avec. Give the dates a try as an appetizer. They are rather small, but you get 5 or 6 bite sized pieces.

Alex C. • January 3, 2017A really interesting idea. A lot of Latin American influence, and really cozy. There are lots of souvenirs (bottles, shirts, coffee bags...).

Kate F. • June 27, 2015All the flavors are good. I recommend zanzibar or zoreo for the chocolate lovers.

Jody E. • October 26, 2013Try the jasmine green tea. Freshly baked scones and muffins, still warm.

Andy S. • March 16, 2019You can’t go wrong with anything in the menu. The Italian will make you want to cry in the corner because it is not part of your daily life.

Timothy L. • June 12, 2017We have been looking for a place that serves brunch later on Sundays. They serve brunch all the time. Excellent select and helpful staff. We sat at the counter and prefer that.

Greg S. • April 28, 2014Their home made salad dressing is excellent. The gnocchi is also really good if you're into that kind of thing.

colleen r. • February 29, 2016Food is always fantastic! Love the scrambler with so many options to choose from.

Angela W. • June 11, 2016Book a reservation for a special occasion: they'll make your celebration 20x better... with individualized menus, awesome service, and (of course) amazing food!

Alexander S. • May 11, 2015Great sushi for a great price. Let the chef's choose sushi rolls for you, you'll get a great balance and blend of all flavors.

Aaron F. • June 26, 2010Be sure to try the swordfish and ribs combo

Andy H. • August 6, 2011Cheese curds, nutella stuffed French toast, and biscuits and gravy. All three the best I ever had

Aaron A. • June 15, 2013Great to have Pel'meni back downtown! Good food at bar time, but honestly great at any time of the day!

John C. • January 25, 2014Pair an Old Fashion with the Roast Wagyu & Braised Beef Shank and you'll be in man/whiskey/beef heaven

Peter • June 21, 2021Proper specialty coffee spot with sammies.

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

Amy R. • August 4, 2017Gorgeous views. Wine is better than cocktails (and $2 off before 7pm on weekdays)

Lucy S. • July 17, 2011Wonderful service! Drinks are amazing and food is fresh clean and classic with a bang. Love!

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

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

Colby M. • August 4, 2017Great fries!

Kate M. • June 5, 2013Best atmosphere, food, and beer list in Madison

Alice F. • July 16, 2016Try the Truffled Polenta - Polenta with mushrooms and duck egg. Yummy! (via @Foodspotting)

Corinne • March 19, 2013Get the spinach and feta breakfast scrambler. Their breakfast potatoes are the best!

Linds E. • July 25, 2017Three cup Chicken or Tofu!!!! Sooo good! Anything is wonderful on their menu