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University of Wisconsin

1. The Old Fashioned Tavern & Restaurant

8.9
23 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI
Gastropub · Downtown Madison · 262 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: Best cheese curds in the US. Their food is extraordinary. They have an amazing selection of beers and feature vodkas infused with fruit.

The Plaza Tavern is one of University of Wisconsin.

2. The Plaza Tavern

7.9
319 N Henry St (Gorham St), Madison, WI
Pub · State Street · 37 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: This is the bar to people watch. Some very interesting characters come here, but don't let that scare you. Thursdays has $2 long islands and the Plaza Sauce is the best thing you'll ever taste.

Memorial Union Terrace is one of University of Wisconsin.

3. Memorial Union Terrace

800 Langdon St (at Wisconsin Union), Madison, WI
College Quad · 58 tips and reviews

UW-MadisonUW-Madison: 9 out of 10 UW-Madison grads agree, the Terrace is the most iconic spot on campus. Enjoy brats, beverages, sailing, canoe rentals and Babcock ice cream. Read more.

Restaurant Muramoto is one of University of Wisconsin.

4. Restaurant Muramoto

8.6
108 King St, Madison, WI
Sushi Restaurant · Downtown Madison · 26 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: Delish sushi with great lunch specials.

Irish Pub is one of University of Wisconsin.

5. Irish Pub

7.7
317 State St (btwn W Gorham & W Johnson St), Madison, WI
Pub · State Street · 10 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: Some of the nicest bartenders you will ever meet. Plus, you know it's good when other local bartenders frequent this place.

The City Bar & Restaurant is one of University of Wisconsin.

6. The City Bar & Restaurant

5.8
636 State St (beneath Campus Street Sportswear), Madison, WI
Bar · State Street · 23 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: Delish drinks for a student's budget

State Street Brats is one of University of Wisconsin.

7. State Street Brats

7.8
603 State St (at Frances St.), Madison, WI
Sports Bar · State Street · 64 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: Great place to watch the games!

8. Ian's Pizza by the Slice

8.2
319 N Frances St (University Ave), Madison, WI
Pizzeria · Johnson Street Bend · 53 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: One of the best drunk food places (good sober too!). Mac and Cheese Pizza is what they're known for, but their other flavors are equally delish.

Nitty Gritty Madison is one of University of Wisconsin.

9. Nitty Gritty Madison

7.2
223 N Frances St (at Johnson St), Madison, WI
Bar · Johnson Street Bend · 100 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: A staple for birthdays. Come for the free pint! And Power Hour at 10pm every night!

Madhatter Bar is one of University of Wisconsin.

10. Madhatter Bar

322 W Gorham St (Broom Street), Madison, WI
Bar · State Street · 21 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: Classic Madtown location, plus skee ball!

Wando's is one of University of Wisconsin.

11. Wando's

6.9
602 University Ave (N Frances St), Madison, WI
Bar · State Street · 35 tips and reviews

12. Library Mall

8.0
700 Block (btw Langdon St. & State St.), Madison, WI
College Quad · 5 tips and reviews

UW-MadisonUW-Madison: The diverse and tasty food cart fare is the main draw, but don’t be surprised if you get caught up listening to music or some good old-fashioned rabble-rousing. Expressions of free speech are welcome.

Red Shed is one of University of Wisconsin.

13. Red Shed

5.8
406 N Frances St, Madison, WI
Pub · State Street · 30 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: Long Islands in a Mason Jar. Don't make the mistake of drinking more than 1.

The Kohl Center is one of University of Wisconsin.

14. The Kohl Center

9.2
601 W Dayton St, Madison, WI
College Basketball Court · 28 tips and reviews

UW-MadisonUW-Madison: Welcome to the House that Herb built, home to UW basketball, hockey, concerts and special events. Don't miss the coolest artwork on campus: World-famous glass artist Dale Chiluly's Mendota Wall. Read more.

Camp Randall Stadium is one of University of Wisconsin.

15. Camp Randall Stadium

9.2
1440 Monroe St, Madison, WI
College Football Field · 54 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: ESPN didn't call it the greatest College Town for nothing!

Gotham Bagels is one of University of Wisconsin.

16. Gotham Bagels

7.8
112 E Mifflin St (at N Pickney St.), Madison, WI
Bagel Shop · Downtown Madison · 37 tips and reviews

CollegeCandyCollegeCandy: Best bagels in Madison. Can't go wrong, no matter what you order. Make sure to get one of their juices (Pineapple Mint or Cranberry Lavender).