Buck & Honey's - Monona

Great celebration for our friend's birthday here. We arrived at opening and there was ample parking and seating. Our hostess was courteous and helpful. Our waiter attended to our needs expertly and checked in with us regularly. We didn't feel rushed or pressured to make decisions. Ordered our delicious drinks, then an app. Bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese are low-key snackable! Our waiter came back for our entree order and the meal appeared faster than we expected. The food was delicious! I had the huli huli chicken. Not like you get in Hawaii, but it was flavorful and well cooked. I really appreciated the effort made by the kitchen staff to season the meals and present them in a beautiful way. Nice job! Payment was easy and we stopped in the restroom on our way out. The ambiance of this place is relaxed and spacious. 10/10 I would recommend. Dine here.

Amazing place, layout is beautiful and clean. Service was amazing without being too much. Had a great experience the parm cheese curds and fresh fruit were amazing. Has a cool infinity mirror behind the bar, and a skating rink and fire pits outside. Was overall an amazing place for a date.

Came here from Chicago and met up with a few friends before a wedding we were attending! Great drinks & menu. The food was delicious and not too heavy. Loved the espresso martinis (such a cute surprise) and the cheese curds!!

First visit local Dane Cty chain. Ordered gnocchi special with It sausage butternut squash mushrooms spinach more. Very hearty. Dish would have been better if squash more heavily caramelized and there was a unifying seasoning. Sun dried tomato? Curry? It was like all the ingredients went to a dance and no one partnered. The staff was friendly and efficient, but as a senior I don't usually wish to be called girl or honey by a youngster. The Monona location is very cool; snag a patio table with water view. Live music the Friday nite I was there.

Fun place with lots of food options! This place was packed on Mother’s Day! Always recommend getting a reservation on popular dates. We enjoyed a nice meal outside which was nice given it was very crowded inside. The drinks were really refreshing (hibiscus cocktail and espresso martini). This restaurant has many different option so if you’re looking to bring a large group, this is perfect as it will have something for everyone. Portions were pretty large which reflects the price. Everything was pretty good!

Nice place inside and outside, with views on the river. But food is really meh, no identity, just to satisfy everyone's taste. A Denny's upscaled. Cocktails way too sweet. Very nice staff.

A great place to enjoy delicious food, lots of seating but reservations are recommended as they can get busy.

Came during July 2025 restaurant week! Amazing and delicious food! For their restaurant week menu, lunch was only $20 pp for an appetizer, entree, and dessert! Happy with the overall value. Everyone at the table particularly found the carpaccio crostini quite impressive. It paired very nicely with the capers, arugula, and balsamic glaze. The patio seating was pleasant, and the view was lovely. Small note is service did fall a bit short. Our water glasses were empty for about thirty minutes before we had to flag him down. Nonetheless, I do acknowledge that it was peak lunch time on a Friday. Will be coming back! 📸 Dishes below are: Carpaccio Crostini, Spicy Tuna Bites, Southwest Chicken Sandwich, Mongolian Ribs, Misoyaki Salmon Bowl, Strawberry Cake, and Vanilla & Mango Panna Cotta

Great service food was amazing I highly recommended this place to everyone I know this location was amazing and catered to our needs for our party of 16

Nice restaurant overlooking a river that is easy to get to - right off a main street; not too far from the freeway. Fast, friendly service. Many choices - with healthy and tasty fare. I had a salad with a variety of vegetables and filet mignon cut up in the salad. Fireplace is nice in winter. Could relax and enjoy. Very reasonably priced.

Buck and Honey's quickly became my favorite restaurant during my visit to Madison so much so that I went back a second time. Both visits were outstanding. My servers were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made each experience feel special. I started each meal with an apéritif, and I have to highlight the Smoked Crown Apple Old Fashioned. Hands down the best Old Fashioned I've ever had. Highly recommended! For dinner, I ordered the Chipotle Chicken Pasta with shrimp, and it was excellent -- flavorful, well-prepared, and memorable. The restaurant itself is beautiful and elegant, with the added option of outdoor seating. I'm already looking forward to my next trip to Wisconsin so I can dine here again!!

Cute spot. Food was good at a great price. Service not the best. However I would return, but with my travel prob not. Good time though. The lack of education and mindfulness behind the bar is the lack of a star.

It has been a minute since we have been here. Very good service and food. It was at 1:30 and they did have a table but a reservation is recommended. Seating was quick. We had a wonderful server, Liliana, who was very kind and exceptional!!! Highly recommend and as always, impressed. Turkey burger $15, 2 piece cod dinner $16

Six of us dined here on Saturday night after a long at the nearby annual Beer Fest. It was a gametime decision to go as we wanted to shower at the hotel but we got a second wind and headed over to B&H. We are glad we did. The host staff and our waiter was very friendly. There were 3 of us that ordered the special which was the 16 oz Prime Rib (Med Rare of course!) My cousin had some apps and that Firecracker Shrimp was amazing! Unfortunately, there were 2 issues that night. First, was a few of us ordered a small side salad but only a few minutes later our entrees came. I wish it was spaced out better. Then my wife had Bone In Ribeye and ordered it Medium Rare. When she got it, it was more Medium. She asked our server to bring back another one Medium Rare this time and he said "Let me talk to my manager and I'll be back". Several minutes passed then his manager came with a new steak. This time it was Medium rare but there was a break down in communication somehow. Parking is available in their lot and their ambience is cool.

2026 Restaurant Week lunch brought it! Fire Truffle Brie, Dragon Shrimp Bowl, Tipsy (it did!) Toffee Cake. Great portions of tasty food!

A really fun spot to grab a meal with good views and a relaxed feel! We were there for lunch and had great service and we enjoyed everything we ordered. The Flower Sprouts appetizer was our favorite with the Sassy curds as a close second. We'd love to visit this place again! Highly recommend reservations!

Pizza always good. Beautiful inside with the tree behind the bar and the very brightness from all the windows! Other then the pizza the dishes fall short of what is expected for dining out. Service wasn't great either, male waiter took a long time for the initial welcome, bring drinks, and bringing plates to eat the pizza on. Too expensive for the quality of food served.

First time at a Buck and Honeys - Came for brunch/lunch. Although their website says lunch only served M-F, their lunch menu is available on Saturday and Sunday. We were there for a leisurely time and told the server up front that we would be there awhile. Started off with drinks - I had there expresso martini which was delicious- came with a cute cat design on the foam - that is made from a machine. They have a QR code that you can send a design to and it will print it - pretty cool! We split the bacon wrap dated and the tuna on crispy rice cakes. The tuna was spicy with a slice of jalapeno on top but so good. The bacon was crispy and the goat cheese was creamy inside the date. I had the eggs Benedict special which was with filet, mushrooms and a spicy sauce. It came with melon and hashbrowns. I believe the bread was a ciabatta bun. It was good - but the eggs was almost semi hard and it was light on the steak. My friends had the fish tacos and a side salad - which they both very much enjoyed. Service was great - she didn't rush us and we never felt we overstayed our welcome. Would definitely come back when the patio is open!

I've been here numerous times before but I'm posting because I couldn't find any photos of their brunch menu on Yelp. I was hoping to preview before I ordered. I got "The Cure" - everything bagel with a fried egg, very thick bacon, and pepper jack. The bacon is super thick, almost like pork belly (which i love). The sandwich was delicious but it's huge. Hashbrowns cooked to perfection. Mimosa flight was great as well (very sweet, like candy). My wife likes less sweetness in her drinks and thin crispy bacon, so our experiences were different. But if you're like me it's great.

We're in town a for a couple podcast live recording shows and decided to eat dinner near our hotel. This place looked neat. Upon entering, there were 4 groups of people in line ahead of us with more starting to line up behind us. I was nervous that there'd be a long wait. The hostess got us in right away. This place is massive with indoor seating and outdoor seating. They have a cool bar area too. You could feel how busy the place was but everyone seemed happy and on top of what they were doing. I ordered the veggie centricity and it was amazing! I would eat way more veggies if I could prepare them how they did. Cauliflower mashed, Brussel sprouts, additional cauliflower all so good. I love the fried polenta. My boyfriend liked his stuffed chicken. The sauce was really good. This place looks to be a Madison maybe Dane county chain so if I am near one again, I'd for sure come back.

I've visited Monona Buck & Honey's a few times now. Service is always pretty good. There were 12 or so of us in the 1 or 2 servers checking on us regularly who brought drinks and food quickly. A charcuterie platter was out when we arrived. We had a meeting in the hidden room in the basement. There was a large monitor our hosts were able to project the meeting information on.

I went here for an anniversary dinner, and I would highly recommend it. I was drawn here because I saw the pictures online, and I will say in person, it does live up to the hype. The atmosphere is beautiful with a woodsy aesthetic. The best part is the little forest of trees behind the bar. Quite unique and gorgeous. Since we made a reservation and told them it was our anniversary, they put a little framed sign that says "Happy Anniversary" on our table. It's a small little touch that made us feel special. My spouse got an old fashioned to drink. The presentation was stunning and unexpected. It came in a small lantern. When you open it, smoke comes out and adds to the smoky notes of the drink. I absolutely loved this! The food is very good as well. The curds were decent as appetizers. I prefer something more crispy and beer battered, but that is my personal preference. The main courses were what blew me away. We got the prime rib, which was so tender and flavorful. They also have fresh daily vegetables and today it was garlicky green beans. Those were delish! We also got the miso cod. I was excited to try this because I don't see this item on too many menus around Wisconsin. It melted in my mouth. I should have ordered another portion. It was amazing. For dessert, we got a brownie with ice cream. Also very tasty. Service was also good. Our sever was very nice. It was very crowded, but she still tried to be attentive. I would recommend this place and will definitely be back to try other menu items!

Grabbed dinner with my bestie and enjoyed the meatloaf! So flavorful and the glazed carrots were delish. Service was good and the place was packed even on a week night when we went. Thankfully my friend made a reservation for us! She really enjoyed the chicken pasta as well! Follow me on Instagram at yelpershawn for more reviews!

Dinner here tonight with my mother. We got there early so no wait for a table. At first they seated us at a very tiny 2 top but they were gracious about moving us to a larger table. The food and service were excellent. I had fried cod and my mother had baked cod, we both preferred the fried. Parking is inadequate. We are both disabled and we had to park far away even though they were not yet busy. I don't like valet parking but maybe that would be useful here during busy hours. We will come back but there are other places just as good and easier to park.

The Driftless Glen bourbon they have is amazing. Try the Driftless berry cocktail. For the blackberry old-fashioned they use balsamic from the distillery

Wonderful location with a gorgeous interior. Parking can be difficult but they have an overflow lot off to the back/side. The wait can get long but you can make a reservation online to save time when you arrive. Our meal arrived accurately and the timing between apps, main, and dessert was ideal.

I was in town for work and had some locals recommend Buck and Honey's. Very cute interior and a nice patio to sit outside. I ordered a hibiscus martini to start and cheese curds. The cheese curds themselves were a little disappointing, and the martini was fairly strong. However, for dinner, I had the salmon and mashed potatoes. This was very good. The salmon came on its own wood plank and the sauce paired nicely with both. They had a lot of different options and I would come back if I was in town again

I'm going to harp on price through this review, be forewarned. The quick one liner: The food is good, the portion sizes are so-so, but the prices speak to excellent quality or plentiful portions. Their baked French onion soup was very good; A satisfying amount of cheese, flavorful croutons, and good broth to onion ratio. I had Spanky's Meatloaf (stop it, you!) -- it was good, even if there wasn't enough of it. The garlic mashed potatoes were alright, but the mac and cheese felt like it was from a bag. Which, fine, but it was an $18 entree. Mrs. T got the Thai chicken bowl that had pickled cabbage and it wound up being unexpectedly spicy and the ingredients didn't work cohesively together and it was $22 for a miniscule portion of chicken and some peeled veggies (not even cooked peeled veggies) and more kale than should be in any bowl that isn't just a bowl of kale. All in all the food choices felt a bit pretentious, and while the quality occasionally measured up to it (that French onion soup was quite astounding) -- the prices don't reflect the level of quality / quantity. The wait staff was great, for what it's worth, I don't think we had a glass go dry and they checked in on us at good intervals without feeling pushy. As for the ambiance: It's an odd mix between dim lights for an intimate feel and a sports bar. Beautifully decorated and dimly lit (and expensive) but the TVs cheapened the feel somewhat. Buck and Honey's is good, but for the price -- you can get better.

Back again! I'm from out of town, but this stop is a must for me when I visit my sister. I typically get the bang bang shrimp since it is the best I've ever had. I asked for that to be turned into a salad. Tried their French onion soup this time - excellent! Not overly salty and they serve a lot of onions and cheese in it. No complaints ever. Their servers are always very friendly and down to earth.

We came in really late and they were still so gracious to serve us . The portions were more than generous , the drinks were delicious and we had gluten-free pizza which wasn't horrible

Buck and Honeys Monona has always been a go to place as food and service have been consistently good. Location is right on the Yahara so great place to relax and ent views of the water. There was free music entertainment too on Friday night. This night was a miss for me as I had the blackened Mahi Mahi which really lacked the typical spicy taste. Also, the fish was overcooked and somewhat dry. However, the other food our group had was good . If you like fish, I would suggest the fish fry or cedar plank salmon with the garlic mashed potatoes...these are consistently yummy

Time to update my review since my original review was from the middle of covid. We have now been here at least a dozen or so times in the last three and a half years. You can make reservations via opentable and it is a good idea to do so since it is alway crowded. In good weather their outdoor space is very nice with a good view of the river. Their Wisco Old Fashion is solid and a decent price. The food has been consistently very good. The apps such as the bacon wrapped dates and the firecracker shrimp are excellent. Their bowls, ahi tuna salad and hot comby sandwich are all tasty. The service overall has been good. The one thing since covid is their prices have soared (even more than most restaurants). Still a local favorite of ours especially in summer when we can sit out on their deck.

The restaurant is lovely, and the service is competent and friendly. The food is good, and well-prepared. What more could you ask for in a restaurant?

Went here for restaurant week, and the place was busy! We had a 10 minute wait to get a table. Staff were constantly moving and maintained a happy attitude with all the diners. They were super accommodating and brought us a car seat carrier to our table to put the seat in. It's nice that they have this as an option instead of the standard high chair. As for the food, we did the Sassy curds and bbq brisket crepe for appetizers. The curds are some of my favorite in town and have just the right breading to cheese ratio and a thinner ranch. I kind of wish that they would have some hot honey with them, just to play up the honey in the name. The crepe was a fun appetizer option, but something about it just didn't work for us. I'm not sure if it was the coleslaw or something else. For the mains we got the mango Mahi and the Korean bowl. The fish had a good flavor, but it was a little overcooked and could have used more of the mango beurre blanc to go with all the rice. The Korean bowl was quite tasty and well sauced. The shaved carrots were a fun touch. For dessert, we got the French silk pie and the tres leches cheesecake. The pie was nice and silky and had a good malty taste. The crust was a little pale though. The tres leches cheesecake also had strawberries and kiwi on it. The cake was sweet but not soggy, however the cheesecake layer didn't have a texture that I would have expected. It was almost like a jelloesque texture. I was also kind of expecting more of a one to one ratio, and this was more 3 parts cake 1 part cheesecake. Overall, it was worth getting the restaurant week menu and it was fun going to this location on the water.

This is a hot spot in Madison and I'm glad we finally went. It's a lovely space, great ambience, beautiful behind the bar area. Our drinks were outstanding, the appetizers we excellent. The bacon wrapped dates were the best! Our server could have been a bit more attentive, as we wouldn't see her for long stretches of time, but I think she was still learning the job. Overall, my only real complaint is the price. It's a bit overpriced for what you get, quality and portion wise. It feels like they charge too much and that's a bit of a turnoff.

I took out dinner from here on a weekday evening. Flower sprouts was the best thing I had from here. It was delicious. Firecracker pizza was my other item. That was and excellent and innovative pizza. It had enough firecracker shrimps topped. Inside the restaurant was spacious. There was ample parking available.

Great food at Buck and Honeys tonight! Our server was very attentive and noticed that I had gotten the wrong entree from another employee but got me the right one in just a few minutes. A minor inconvenience. Really good waitress! I got the Veggie centricity and my companion got the Thai chicken bowl. Both were really good! The cauliflower mash under my sautéed veg was so good. As was the polenta! Chicken was apparently excellent with super good flavors in the bowl. They were very sensitive to the discussion we had to have about no dairy- they were so thorough. Great job. Nice decor and very relaxed atmosphere.

What a really different restaurant! The infinity mirror is just so cool and the drinks were fantastic. The food?? Soooo good. We had appetizers of the Thai chicken lettuce wraps and there was plenty for 4 people to share. I ordered the chipotle chicken pasta and it was perfection. Very flavorful, large enough to take home for leftovers and served hot and fresh. The view of the water is so nice and our waiter was excellent. Lovely way to spend the evening

Really great food! Honestly never disappointed by the service, quality of food, or general atmosphere. I will say, it is a little pricey, but reasonable for what you're getting (and you can always look up their menu beforehand). Their espresso martini is my favorite because of the picture printer!! Picture included on my cute pandas!

Wow...so fun...great food, beautiful location right along the river, awesome service, and a very happening vibe. We had a few cocktails that were delicious, an appetizer that was very unique (B&H Sampler), and our dinner was outstanding; the jambalaya was soooo good. We really enjoyed ourselves at this location.

The staff was very knowledgeable about GF needs. I had the seared tuna salad, which was large and fresh, with cabbage, cashews, etc., and a GF flourless chocolate cake, which was very dense, leaning towards fudge - not a problem, just an observation.

Great sandwiches and service, good environment and everyone was friendly. Average cheese curds

I wish I could do a 3.5. Drinks were great. Atmosphere was great. Service was great. Food was ok. The pizza was as bland and lacked sauce. The pepperoni did not have any real flavor. I found I struggled with the dryness of the pizza and it was oddly flavorless. If I find myself back in the area I will stop in and give it another try, but will be more careful in my ordering.

A Madison favorite! The food is always amazing. The menu is very diverse and large. Would recommend the firecracker shrimp! I've visited this location so many times, but came last night for a friend's birthday and wanted to write a review as we were very impressed by the service. Our server Isaiah was super kind, funny, and very helpful! He made the dinner great by taking time to go the extra mile and we really appreciated it.

We came here to celebrate my brother proposing. We had a couple people more people join us than what we thought. While I was walking up to ask what we could do. Nathan, the manager, was already throwing a fit. Saying we had to sit away from each other or leave. Mind you, we haven't even asked what could be done. Our server was very nice and attentive. Too bad Nathan had already left a bad taste in my mouth. And the food being mediocre didn't help. Nathan if you're reading this unlearn stereotypes/prejudice and work on your customers service.

Beautiful location. Beautiful interior. Beautiful cocktail list. Not so beautiful service. Solo woman traveler on a work trip, came in for an NA beer and a bite to eat. I was under dressed compared to the clientele, but it was clear to the staff I wasn't worth their time. Bartender kinda laughed at me and just kinda curbed me the entire time. I did have my air pods in while I ate and then politely took them out after I finished my meal to TRY and discuss my check. I needed the check split for company reimbursements. I had my two cards in front of me. Bartender just took the one AFTER CLEARLY TOUCHING THE OTHER ONE. Turned around so fast to swipe I didn't stand a chance. Came back with the receipt to sign and didn't even leave the itemized. I guess Im just out of luck. It would have been a visible inconvenience to even stick around and try and ask considering the service I received showed he didn't care. Didn't even tell me to have a nice night, the hostess did though. The menu was creative, lots of options. My food was "okay." I'll blame myself for my lame choices, but over all the entire experience was bad. I travel to Monona often and I won't go back or recommend this location. Maybe if I was still in my work entire and not a t-shirt it would have worked out better for me? Either way, I left feeling like I just didn't belong there and now I have to explain my bill to my boss, great... I went out for a dinner before a meeting FOR WORK and now I have MORE WORK. Thaaaaaaaanks.

I came in looking for specific things based on the google online menu only to find out that everything I wanted wasn't available. The prices were also different. I also realized that's kinda on me for not re-checking the website as I planned the trip awhile back. Overall the service was good and the food was great! I got the B&H sampler which included cheese curds 10/10, firecracker shrimp 10/10 and bacon wrapped dates 10/10. Everything was hands down amazing and the bacon wrapped dates were a delightful delicacy. My husband got the meatloaf 8/10, mashed potatoes 8/10 and Brussels sprouts 7/10. I recommend this place a for a date it's very classy.

The vegetarian cauliflower dish was absolutely amazing!!! My only complaint is that the ambiance was really loud and we could not have any decent conversation. But the food was yummy.

Met some coworkers here for lunch and really enjoyed this spot. We had a nice table with River views, and there's a lovely patio for nicer weather. Others in my group got salads and power bowls which looked fresh and delicious. I opted for the California turkey burger which was topped with avocado and cheese - I love a good turkey burger, and this was a good turkey burger. Not dry at all, nicely seasoned. You can get fresh fruit as a side and congratulate yourself on your healthy choices. Service - attentive and friendly. Thumbs up.

I enjoyed Buck & Honeys! Met a friend here for a late lunch and the patio had quite a few tables still chatting. We had good service and great food. I loved my fish tacos and the fries were delicious. Great place to sit outside with their nice patio.

Loved the atmosphere and our server was excellent. It was a pretty busy Friday night and we never felt ignored or in need of refills or anything else. The bar is well stocked with great bartenders. Highly recommend this place for cocktails or some wine.... If you can get a seat at the bar. For my meal I ordered the ribs and I would say they were above average, but not spectacular. Same with the crock or French Onion Soup. The soup had plenty of cheese and onions, it was just a bit salty. Would love to come back to try some of the other things of the menu. The Friday Fish Fry looked pretty good.

Do not tip the bartenders! I was there for a special event in the basement area. The bartenders kept charging us different prices for the same drinks and each time they would add 20% tip to each total. So for each round we put on our bar tab, there was a 20% tip. THEN! The bartender added a 20% tip on the WHOLE bill. They tipped onto of each tip they added for each round. There was no sign up that they were charging 20% tip per round/order. Or that there was tip included. Completely robbed us. We didn't notice until we actually looked at our receipt the next day. I should have asked for a breakdown of the cost each time I ordered a round. I will not go back here again or any other location. They stole enough of my money. And if I have to go for an event again, I will not be tipping and will be asking for a breakdown of the cost each time.

The food was very good, and the place was packed on a Monday night. Great non-alcoholic drink options. I'm a sucker for wanting to order multiple appetizers and calling it dinner so did the crispy tuna and spicy shrimp and both were perfect. Friend got chicken Mediterranean bowl and it was huge and reportedly great. We also shared potato dippers that were just the perfect crispiness. I'll be back!

Buck and Honey's was great! We sat on the patio, which was a great spot near the river. Our server was great and we quickly received our food and drinks. Our server recommended the B&H sampler, which was great to start with! We then had the stuffed chicken breast and cedar plank salmon. The chicken was tasty, but a little dry. The salmon was good! The maple bacon old fashioned was a little sweet, but a fun drink.

Very good food and service and the waitress was kind. The meat loaf was cooked well and had a good flavor to it.the ambience was clean and nice inside.and the better then chocolate cake was amazing and tasty.i will be coming back soon. And they're Thai chicken lettuce wraps were delicious. Thank you so much. Will be coming back.

Great food. Friendly staff. Wonderful atmosphere. We dined outside and the view was perfect. My first time there. Highly recommend.

first time here. we had a reservation for 18 people. we had a few more people join us and instead of even TRYING to accommodate us, the manager NATHAN, got an attitude and brushed us off saying we cant sit next to each other. said we either need to sit at another table and even saying "they can go eat somewhere else if they have an issue". keep in mind we didn't even ask yet to see what we could do. as a manager have better customer service!!!! thankfully our server and the host really saved the whole restaurant as he was attentive and got everything we and the host was nicer than the manager. food was lacking creativity. i would never recommend this spot to anyone.