Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near State Street, Madison

Kiersten S. • March 31, 2015Lovely restaurant with a very "Chicago" look and feel to it. Give it a try some evening for dinner! You won't be disappointed!

Jenny C. • November 12, 2016The sweet potato oatmeal pancakes are delicious, filling and ALMOST healthy.

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

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!

Jim A. • May 28, 2012Try the Chilled Pea Soup - Simple yet delicious and beautiful.

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

Leybi B. • August 5, 2016You must try black cherry ice cream super tasty

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

Colby M. • August 4, 2017Great fries!

Soren P. • October 3, 2020Their pumpkin pie / chai is amazing!

Heather G. • March 17, 2010The falafel sandwich plus hummus is one of my favorites!

Shelby G. • November 30, 2010This place has a cozy, laid back atmosphere. The art is interesting and there are a few books and board games. Larger than it looks; more seating in the back.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

Kate O. • August 28, 2015Probably the best gyros in Madison, outdoor seating is pretty cool

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

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

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

Aricin R. • July 2, 2022Great food for a fair price. Get chicken with a side or one of their plates like the pollo tropical.

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

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