Bar & grill · State-Langdon
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Ramen restaurant · First Settlement
A cozy, dimly lit ramen spot in Madison serving rich pork broths, chewy noodles, creative buns, and standout vegan options.
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Fine dining restaurant · First Settlement
L’Etoile serves upscale, French-inspired farm-to-table fare with creative seasonal dishes, stunning Capitol views, and spot-on wine pairings.
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Steak house · Downtown
Step into the Tornado Steak House for a nostalgic supper-club vibe, where expertly cooked steaks and classic cocktails steal the show.
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New American restaurant · Marquette
Mint Mark is a hip Madison spot serving creative, seasonal small plates—and their honey-garlic biscuit is always a star.
Bistro · The Isthmus
Sardine serves creative French fare with fresh oysters and moules-frites in a chic, lively lakeside bistro boasting stunning Lake Monona views.
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Bar & grill · Carpenter-Ridgeway
Villa Tap is a cozy neighborhood dive bar known for its legendary Friday fish fry featuring perfectly fried walleye and perch, where friendly service meets a bustling atmosphere.
Oyster bar restaurant · First Settlement
Tempest Oyster Bar serves up fresh oysters, seafood classics, and stellar cocktails in a stylish, nautical spot with lively weekend tunes.
Asian restaurant · First Settlement
Little Palace serves up fresh, shareable American Chinese classics with a fun tiki cocktail twist in a lively, lantern-lit spot by Capitol Square.
Taiwanese restaurant · Warrens Addition
Taiwan Little Eats serves up spot-on Taiwanese comfort food and boba in a cozy, artsy State Street spot perfect for bites and chill vibes.
Italian restaurant · Regent
Lombardino's is a cozy neighborhood Italian joint draped in romantic ambiance, where rustic decor and a quirky replica of the Trevi Fountain set the stage for crowd-pleasing seasonal dishes.