The Old Fashioned

Restaurant · First Settlement

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Capitol Square’s ode to Wisconsin taverns serves a wood-grilled burger on a buttered hard roll with Bavaria bacon and cheddar. Frequently recommended by Madison Magazine and Travel Wisconsin; the cheese curds are essential.

https://theoldfashioned.com/food
Best Burgers in Madison (2025)

23 N Pinckney St #1, Madison, WI 53703 Get directions

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