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Your Guide to Madison and Beyond Photo Credit: Focal Flame Photography Madison Dining Guide Notes on COVID-19 This guide is meant to serve as a planning reference, but please double- check hours, menus, and services for restaurants and activities as many may be subject to restrictions and reductions in service. Though Dane County allows reduced capacity indoor dining, many restaurants have chosen to offer takeout and delivery only at this time. We have tried to remove restaurants that have been closed permanently and mark those that have closed temporarily, but this is not an exhaustive list and some venues listed here as temporarily closed may either fully re- open or permanently close by the time of the meeting. We will make an updated version of this document in June. Madison Dining Guide Your fellow commissioners may have similar ideas for dinner and the summer is a busy time for tourism in Madison. Please remember to make reservations well in advance, particularly for larger groups such as delegation dinners. We’ve indicated general price ranges for each restaurant listing. Please see the guide below (the prices listed are for an average entree). These are estimates. If you are concerned, please consult the restaurant website for current pricing. $ - Inexpensive/Casual (up to $15) $$ - Moderately Priced ($15-$25) $$$ - Expensive ($25-35) $$$$ - Very Expensive/Fine Dining ($35+) Nearby Restaurants in Downtown Madison Each of these restaurants is an approximate ten-minute walk or less from the Monona Terrace Convention Center and Hilton 1. Osteria Papavero 128 East Wilson St., (608) 255-8376 Cozy, laid-back spot serving large portions of seasonal Italian fare & an extensive wine list. https://osteriapapavero.com/ $$-$$$ 2. Great Dane Brewpub 123 E. Doty St., (608) 284-0000 The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Company was established by college friends Eliot Butler and Rob LoBreglio. The two dreamed of starting a brewpub that offered many varieties of house-brewed ales and lagers and hearty made-from-scratch pub fare to accompany the beers. https://www.greatdanepub.com/ $$ 3. Madison’s 119 King St., (608) 229-0900 Casual, 2-level bar with artisanal cocktails & pub grub plus TV sports & a cozy downstairs lounge. https://www.madisonsdowntown.com/ $$ 4. Merchant Madison 121 S. Pinckney St., (608) 259-9799 Merchant is a casual farm-to-table restaurant, craft cocktail bar and liquor store inspired by the American Craft Movement – tradesmen and women who look to history to proudly perform their craft with knowledge and care. http://www.merchantmadison.com/ $$-$$$ 5. Tornado Steakhouse 116 S. Hamilton St., (608) 256-3570 Old-school steakhouse with a rustic, supper-club vibe serving classic chops, seafood & cocktails. tornadosteakhouse.com $$$ 11. The Old Fashioned 23 N Pinckney St #1., (608) 310-4545 Wisconsin-themed, retro-style tavern offering beers, brats & cheese curds (all sourced in- state). CLOSED SUNDAY www.theoldfashioned.com $$ 12. Tipsy Cow 102 King St., (608) 287-1455 Comfortable brewpub with outdoor seating, a big beer selection & artful menu of burgers & Nearby Restaurants in Downtown Madison bar bites. CLOSED SUNDAY http://www.tipsycowmadison.com/ $$ 13. Graze 1 S Pinckney St #107., (608) 251-2700 Lively gastropub plating farm-to-table comfort 6. Marigold fare in a modern glass venue with Capitol 118 S Pinckney St., (608) 661-5559 views. Bright, counter-serve eatery featuring creative https://www.grazemadison.com/ $$-$$$ breakfast & lunch fare plus outdoor seating. 14. Harvest marigoldkitchen.com $$ 21 N. Pinckney St., (608) 255-6075 7. Johnny Delmonico’s Upscale spot overlooking Capitol Square 130 S Pinckney St., (608) 257-8325 offering farm-to-table New American fare & Upscale steakhouse serving classic surf ‘n’ turf a long wine list. & wine in a retro, supper club-style venue. http://www.harvest-restaurant.com/ $$$ https://johnnydelmonicos.com $$$$ 8. DLUX 117 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., (608) 467-3130 Upscale haunt serving gourmet burgers & artisanal cocktails in a modern, trendy setting. dluxmadison.com $$ 9. Bel Air Cantina 111 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., (608) 620-6040 BelAir Cantina is a Wisconsin staple with a tremendous lineup of tacos, mouthwatering margaritas, and more. belaircantina.com $$ 10. Canteen 111 S Hamilton St., (608) 285-5703 Casual Mexican grill for tacos & classic plates including brunch, with late hours & many tequilas. canteentaco.com $$ 15. L’Etoile 18. Tavernakaya 1 S. Pinckney St., (608) 251-0500 27 E. Main St., (608) 286-1548 Upscale farm-to-table spot serving French- Industrial tavern offering a sushi bar, ramen inspired American fare, wine & cocktails in an bowls & Japanese tapas along with local & airy venue. Since 1976, L’Etoile has welcomed Asian beers. hundreds of Madison guests, while carefully http://www.tavernakaya.com $$ building a reputation for consistently delivering local, innovative food. 19. Eno Vino Downtown 1 N. Webster St., (608) 455-0663 https://www.letoile-restaurant.com/ $$$$ Sleek spot with floor-to-ceiling windows 16. Cento & dramatic Capitol views for 122 W. Mifflin St., (608) 284-9378 tapas, craft cocktails & wine. Cento combines Old World Italian traditions with https://enovinodowntown.com/ $$-$$$ modern techniques and features handmade 20. Tempest Oyster Bar pastas and slow-roasted meats and pizza from a 120 E. Wilson St., (608) 258-1443 wood-burning oven. Sleek, stylish restaurant featuring oysters www.centomadison.com $$-$$$ & other seafood fare plus live music on 17. Paisan’s weekends. 131 W. Wilson St., (608) 257-3832 https://tempestoysterbar.com/ $$$ Established in 1950, Paisan’s Italian Restaurant remains one of Madison’s favorites for thin crust pizza, homemade pasta and trademark sandwiches. Paisan’s also features one of Madison’s finest lakeside dining areas. https://www.paisansrest.com $$ 21. Natt Spil 211 King St., #3419 Hidden, cash-only haunt offering global small plates, cocktails & beer in an intimate space. www.eatarctic.com $$ 22. RED 316 W. Washington Ave., #100 (608) 294-1234 Sleek eatery serving creative sushi rolls & grilled Japanese fare in modern environs. http://red-madison.com/ $$$ 29. Morris Ramen 23. Heritage Tavern 106 King St., (608) 416-5547 131 E. Mifflin St., (608) 283-9500 Hearty bowls of Japanese noodle soups plus sides Upscale New American fare for dinner & & sake served in a narrow, serene space. weekend brunch served in a classy space https://www.morrisramen.com $$ with old-world flair. https://heritagetavern.com $$-$$$ 30. Sardine (10 min walk from Monona) 617 Williamson St., (608) 441-1600 24. Rare Steakhouse Hip bistro with creative French fare & a lively bar 14 W. Mifflin St., (608) 204-9000 in a former warehouse with Lake Monona views. Elegant, low-lit steakhouse featuring http://sardinemadison.com $$$ chandeliers, a full bar & an extensive wine selection. 31. Fresco (11 min walk from Monona) https://www.raresteaks.com $$$-$$$$ 227 State St., (608) 663-7374 Perched on the top floor of the Madison Museum 25. The Coopers Tavern of Contemporary Art, Fresco features the best 20 W. Mifflin St., (608) 256-1600 view of downtown Madison. The modern Upscale Irish tavern serving pub grub & American menu is an appealing mixture of international beer & wine in a warm, contemporary updated classics and fresh, seasonal fare. venue. https://frescomadison.com $$$ https://thecooperstavern.com/ $$ CLOSED MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS 27. Essen Haus 32. Estrellon (12 min walk from Monona) 514 E. Wilson St., (608) 255-4674 - Temporarily Closed 6/7/21 Bavarian restaurant featuring hearty German 313 W. Johnson St., (608) 251-2111 fare, a long list of imported beers, & live polka Spanish-style fare is served at this spacious tapas music. eatery/bar with an elegant, laid-back ambiance. http://essen-haus.com/ $$ https://www.estrellonrestaurant.com $$-$$$ 28. Lucille 33. Settle Down Tavern 101 King St., (608) 283-0000 117 S Pinckney St., (608) 442-6335 Vintage, industrial-chic tavern with 3 floors Casual tavern with expansive patio serving serving wood-fired & steel-pan pizzas, plus burgers, sandwiches, and Sunday brunch. cocktails. https://www.settledownmadison.com/ $$ https://www.lucillemadison.com $$ CLOSED MONDAYS Quick Grab Dining There will be casual dining and grab-and-go options in the convention center, but here’s a list of quick options nearby for a cup of coffee and a pastry, a fast lunch between sessions, or a bite before heading out for a day of activity. 1. Milio’s Sandwiches 116 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., (608) 819-7827 (4-min walk from Monona Terrace) Casual, counter-serve sandwich chain featuring subs on a variety of house-baked breads, plus soups. http://www.milios.com/ $ 2. Starbucks 1 E. Main St., (608) 250-5020 (4-min walk from Monona Terrace) http://www.Starbucks.com $ 3. Subway 19 W. Main St., (608) 255-1636 (5-min walk from Monona Terrace) www.subway.com $ 4. Colectivo Coffee on the Square - Temporarily Closed 6/7/21 25 S. Pinckney St., (608) 255-0474 (6-min walk from Monona Terrace) Hip cafe chain serving locally roasted coffee & light eats in a relaxed setting. www.colectivocoffee.com $ 5. Ancora Coffee 107 King St., (608) 255-0285 (6-min walk from Monona Terrace) Inviting spot with comfy seating & fireplace features a global selection of house-roasted coffee. https://www.ancoracoffee.com $ 6. Good Day Cafe - Temporarily Closed 6/7/21 101 S Webster St., #3474, (608) 251-0157 (6-min walk from Monona Terrace) Downtown Madison’s best-kept secret for breakfast & lunch. https://gooddaycafemadison.com/ $ 7. Barriques West Wash 127 W. Washington Ave., (608) 268-6264 (8-min walk from Monona Terrace) Chill cafe serving coffee, beer & light fare, plus many wines that are also on sale by the bottle. https://barriquesmarket.com/pages/west-wash $ 8. Casetta Kitchen and Counter 222 W. Washgington Ave., (608) 467-8108 (8-min walk from Monona Terrace) Stylish, contemporary eatery with a long counter serving creative riffs on American classics.