So how does this work?
We pick our top choices based on the quality of the food, service, and consistency over time. We’ll start off by giving you the best options overall for dining in Madison and then follow up with links to different types of restaurants in different neighborhoods at the end of this page.
Best Restaurants Madison
Heritage Tavern Description: New American plates & a vintage vibe. Upscale New American fare for dinner & weekend brunch served in a classy space with old-world flair. Address: 131 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703, United States Phone Number: +1 608-283-9500 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 4-9PM | Wednesday: …
Everly Description: Airy Californian bistro with a patio. Modern, light-filled eatery with ample outdoor seating offering inventive Californian-style cuisine. Address: 2701 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711, United States Phone Number: +1 608-416-5242 Website: home Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM | Thursday: 11AM-9PM | Friday: Closed | Saturday: …
Sunroom Cafe Description: Bustling spot for global & veggie fare. Hopping cafe serving global fare with lots of vegetarian/vegan options plus house-baked pastries. Address: 638 State St, Madison, WI 53703, United States Phone Number: +1 608-286-1640 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-3PM | Monday: 7AM-3PM | Tuesday: 7AM-3PM | Wednesday: 7AM-3PM | Thursday: 7AM-3PM | Friday: …
Willalby’s Cafe Description: . Address: 1351 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, United States Phone Number: +1 608-259-9032 Website: https://www.facebook.com/willalbyscafe/ Store Hours: Sunday: 7AM-3PM | Monday: 6AM-2PM | Tuesday: 6AM-2PM | Wednesday: 6AM-2PM | Thursday: 6AM-2PM | Friday: 6AM-2PM | Saturday: Closed
Sardine Description: Hip French bistro & bar with lake views. Hip bistro with creative French fare & a lively bar in a former warehouse with Lake Monona views. Address: 617 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, United States Phone Number: +1 608-441-1600 Website: http://www.sardinemadison.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 5-9PM | Tuesday: 5-9PM | Wednesday: …
A Pig In A Fur Coat Description: Trendy, cozy Mediterranean bistro. Hip, cozy bistro serving small & large Mediterranean plates, beer & wine at butcher-block tables. Address: 940 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, United States Phone Number: +1 608-316-3300 Website: http://apiginafurcoat.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 5-10PM | …
Quiznos Description: Counter-serve toasted subs chain. Known for toasted, build-your-own subs, this counter-serve chain also sells soups, salads & more. Address: 318 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715, United States Phone Number: +1 608-268-1010 Website: https://restaurants.quiznos.com/?y_source=1_MjgyODMzMS03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-6PM | Monday: 10AM-7PM | Tuesday: 10AM-7PM | Wednesday: 10AM-7PM | Thursday: 10AM-7PM | Friday: 10AM-7PM …
Garver Feed Mill Description: . Address: 3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI 53704, United States Phone Number: Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 8AM-9PM | Monday: 7:30AM-9PM | Tuesday: 7:30AM-9PM | Wednesday: 7:30AM-9PM | Thursday: 7:30AM-10PM | Friday: Closed | Saturday: Closed
Gordon Dining and Event Center Description: Sizable campus buffet & food court. Sprawling food hall at the University of Wisconsin-Madison with varied stations & buffet options. Address: 770 W Dayton St, Madison, WI 53706, United States Phone Number: +1 608-262-9471 Website: Gordon Avenue Market Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-10PM | Monday: 7AM-10PM | Tuesday: 7AM-10PM | …
Four Lakes Market Description: . Address: 640 Elm Dr, Madison, WI 53706, United States Phone Number: +1 608-262-2225 Website: Four Lakes Market Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-2PM, 4-8PM | Monday: 7-10AM, 11AM-2PM, 4-8PM | Tuesday: 7-10AM, 11AM-2PM, 4-8PM | Wednesday: 7-10AM, 11AM-2PM, 4-8PM | Thursday: 7-10AM, 11AM-2PM, 4-8PM | Friday: 7-10AM, 11AM-2PM, 4-8PM | Saturday: 9AM-2PM, …
Estacion Inka Description: Low-key stop for Peruvian cuisine. Unfussy, quick-serve eatery offers Peruvian fare such as rotisserie chicken & sides plus take-out. Address: 616 University Ave, Madison, WI 53715, United States Phone Number: +1 608-467-3010 Website: https://www.estacioninka.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-7PM | Monday: 12-8PM | Tuesday: 12-8PM | Wednesday: 12-8PM | Thursday: 12-8PM | Friday: …
Conrad’s Grill Description: . Address: 563 State St, Madison, WI 53703, United States Phone Number: +1 608-630-8026 Website: http://www.conradsgrill.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 11AM-2AM | Thursday: Closed | Friday: Closed | Saturday: Closed
Nook Description: Cozy restaurant for upscale cuisine. Intimate eatery with an open kitchen & understated decor dishing up an elevated tasting menu & wine. Address: 2138 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704, United States Phone Number: +1 608-852-7894 Website: http://nookmadison.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 6:15-10PM | Thursday: 6:15-10PM …
Five Guys Description: Fast-food burger & fries chain. Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait. Address: 517 State St, Madison, WI 53703, United States Phone Number: +1 608-255-2520 Website: https://restaurants.fiveguys.com/517-state-st Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 11AM-4PM | Tuesday: 11AM-4PM | Wednesday: 11AM-4PM | Thursday: Closed | …
Liberty Station – Madison Description: . Address: 2161 Rimrock Rd, Madison, WI 53713, United States Phone Number: +1 608-286-1019 Website: HOME Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM | Thursday: 11AM-9PM | Friday: 11AM-10PM | Saturday: 12-6PM
Five Guys Description: Fast-food burger & fries chain. Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait. Address: 2253 Zeier Rd, Madison, WI 53704, United States Phone Number: +1 608-244-5016 Website: https://restaurants.fiveguys.com/2253-zeier-rd Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-10PM | Monday: 11AM-10PM | Tuesday: 11AM-10PM | Wednesday: 11AM-10PM | Thursday: 11AM-10PM | …
Pasture and Plenty Description: Local café serving farm-to-table produce. Light & airy farm-to-table café serving wholesome meals & selling frozen produce. Address: 2433 University Ave, Madison, WI 53726, United States Phone Number: +1 608-665-3770 Website: What’s On Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 3:30-7:30PM | Tuesday: 11AM-7PM | Wednesday: 11AM-7PM | Thursday: 11AM-7PM | Friday: …
Graft Description: Bistro with refined small plates & wine. Midwestern small plates, wine & local beer in a casually refined restaurant with booth seating. Address: 18 N Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703, United States Phone Number: +1 608-229-8800 Website: http://www.graftmadison.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 5-9PM | Wednesday: 5-9PM | Thursday: …