Food & Drink
Linda Falkenstein
ONE DISH: Vegetarian and vegan lunch at Taj Indian
The new Taj Indian Cuisine and Bar has a smart solution for lunch — vegetarian or vegan specials, served in a thali.
Robin Shepard
It’s worth looking for Green Bay’s Noble Roots in Madison
Co-founder Alex Falish tries to make the trip to Madison to distribute every six or seven weeks.
Feb 14, 2026
Kyle Nabilcy
Hot Lunch and Grey Market are two underappreciated spots in Tenney-Lapham
Both serve cocktails and sandwiches. They’re both in the burgeoning Tenney-Lapham/East Wash corridor. And both are slightly misperceived.
Feb 7, 2026
Courtesy Lakestone Properties
Mariner’s Inn waterfront site to host restaurant in new development
The Mariner’s Inn site in the town of Westport will be redeveloped with multi-unit housing and space for a first-floor, waterfront restaurant.
Jan 14, 2026
Robin Shepard
Smoothie or seltzer?
Beers from Karben4, Delta, Flix and Tyranena are worth seeking out.
Jan 14, 2026
Lizzy Larson
Madison dining 2025
Despite rising menu prices, there was plenty of play in the Madison restaurant scene in 2025.
Jan 8, 2026
A holiday flight that’s on schedule
There are more than a few local beers not to miss this December. After all, it is time to celebrate.
Dec 15, 2025
Tommy Washbush
New restaurant ‘Friends Applaud’ planned for Gilson Street
Friends Applaud will occupy 1602 Gilson St. in Madison’s Bay Creek neighborhood. The space was formerly Black Rose Blending Co. and, before that, Funk Factory Geuzeria.
Dec 11, 2025
4:30 PM
Linda Falkenstein
One dish: 49er flapjacks at The Original Pancake House
Thin but not too thin. A little chewy. Floppy. Pancake heaven.
Dec 11, 2025
8:00 AM
Robin Shepard
Giant Jones develops a barrel-aging program with State Line barrels
A chance to create something new and different with John Mleziva, founder of nearby State Line Distillery, prompted Giant Jones’ entry into barrel-aging.
Dec 7, 2025
7:00 AM
Eric Anders
The Deliciouser thrives on a spice-driven menu
The Deliciouser, a spice shop turned buzzy restaurant, succeeds on its own terms. I can’t see anyone asking for the salt here.
Dec 5, 2025
8:00 AM
Megan Watson/Unsplash
Where to find free Thanksgiving meals in Madison
Options are available for drop-in meals, and sign-ups for pickup or delivery.
Nov 19, 2025
11:30 AM
Linda Falkenstein
Viet Town thrives on classic flavor pairings
Vietnamese dishes have been in short supply on the east side for a long time, so Viet Town is a welcome addition.
Nov 15, 2025
8:00 AM
Latest Food & Drink Stories
ONE DISH: Vegetarian and vegan lunch at Taj Indian
The new Taj Indian Cuisine and Bar has a smart solution for lunch — vegetarian or vegan specials, served in a thali.
It’s worth looking for Green Bay’s Noble Roots in Madison
Co-founder Alex Falish tries to make the trip to Madison to distribute every six or seven weeks.
Hot Lunch and Grey Market are two underappreciated spots in Tenney-Lapham
Both serve cocktails and sandwiches. They’re both in the burgeoning Tenney-Lapham/East Wash corridor. And both are slightly misperceived.
Mariner’s Inn waterfront site to host restaurant in new development
The Mariner’s Inn site in the town of Westport will be redeveloped with multi-unit housing and space for a first-floor, waterfront restaurant.
Smoothie or seltzer?
Beers from Karben4, Delta, Flix and Tyranena are worth seeking out.
