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Caribou Tavern

Pub · Old Market Place ·

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East Johnson’s cash-only ’Bou Burger is a neighborhood legend—fresh beef from Jenifer Street Market and a seasoned griddle. Profiled by PUNCH and beloved by local regulars for decades.

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Cash-only dive bar serving legendary burgers & stiff drinks

dive bar

burger

neighborhood bar

friendly service

great food

cheap drinks

great burgers

cash only

703 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703 Get directions

$10–20

Restroom

Accepts reservations

Cozy

Good for solo dining

Credit card accepted

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Information

Cash-only dive bar serving legendary burgers & stiff drinks

dive bar

burger

neighborhood bar

friendly service

great food

cheap drinks

great burgers

cash only

703 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703 Get directions

$10–20

Restroom

Accepts reservations

Cozy

Good for solo dining

Credit card accepted

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