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2701 Monroe St., Madison, Wisconsin 53711
American, Contemporary, Dinner, Lunch, Restaurant, Salad, Take-Out, Vegetarian-Friendly, Wheelchair Access
California-inspired vegetable- and health-conscious dining. ,
601 Junction Rd., Madison, Wisconsin 53717
Bar, Brunch, Contemporary, Open Late/24 Hours, Reservations Accepted, Restaurant, Tapas, Wheelchair Access, Wine Bar
Sophisticated dining room and bar, an impressive wine list, and good calamari, ahi tartar, petite filet with potato goat cheese stack.
3710 Cty. Rd. T, Madison, Wisconsin 53704
Bar, Breakfast, Burgers, Dinner, Lunch, Open Late/24 Hours, Pub Grub, Restaurant, Tacos, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Bar menu with specials like taco Tuesday, a legendarily huge bacon burger and a loaded Bloody Mary. Sunday breakfast.
25 S. Pinckney St., Madison, Wisconsin 53704
Bakery, Breakfast, Burritos, Cafe/Coffee Shop, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Outdoor Seating, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access, WiFi
Coffee and espresso drinks from the Milwaukee roasters, plus smoothies and teas, sandwiches and burritos (both breakfast- and lunch-based), and several daily soups. Pour-overs, the lemon-blueberry scone, smoothies, and house beers are favorites.
1210 Williamson St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
African, Cash Only, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Easy-to-like Ethiopian comfort food. At the heart of Buraka’s menu are several stews, served with white rice or spread on a piece of injera, a sour Ethiopian flatbread. Entrees are often simple, with flavorful sauces.
212 State St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Bar
849 E. Washington Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Bar, Live Music, Restaurant
The full Bos mead lineup is on offer, with tasting flights available, $12 for four samples. No food, currently. Don’t miss a taste of the Pomegranate Pyment. It may well change the way you think about mead.
1 West Towne Mall, Madison, Wisconsin
American, Dinner, Lunch, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Very large menu at this national chain that may make it difficult to actually finish your meal with the namesake cheesecake.
5404 Raywood Rd., Madison, Wisconsin 53713
American, Contemporary, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
A beer-centric upscale tavern, with excellent fries, Friday fish fry, Green County meat and cheese board and a weekend brunch. Thoughtful kids menu.
7457 Elmwood Ave., Middleton, Wisconsin 53562
Breakfast, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Family restaurant with Mediterranean emphasis, featuring Albanian dinners.
4503 Monona Dr., Monona, Wisconsin 53716
Dinner, Hot Dogs, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Pizza, Restaurant, Take-Out
Pizza with a cracker-thin crust, robust sauce and plentiful cheese and toppings.
2690 Research Park Dr., Fitchburg, Wisconsin 53711
Bakery, Breakfast, Cafe/Coffee Shop, Lunch, Restaurant, Salad, Sandwiches, Soup, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Pleasant contemporary coffee shop serving EVP coffee, plus soup, sandwiches, and bakery. A valuable resource in this corner of Fitchburg.
721 N. High Point Rd., Madison, Wisconsin 53705
Dinner, Korean, Lunch, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Fine Korean food, including rock cooker bibimbap, bulgogi, and a faithful rendition of the labor-intensive chicken and ginger soup, sam gae tang. Other soup recs include glass potato noodle soup with red cabbage and beef as well as the squid.
1336 Regent St., Madison, Wisconsin 53715
Delivery, Dinner, Lunch, Restaurant, Take-Out, Vietnamese, Wheelchair Access
Diner specializing in Vietnamese noodle soup called pho, which the adventurous among us can order made with fatty flank, tendon, or tripe. Or stick with the excellent vermicelli bowls.
244 W. Gilman St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Burritos, Dinner, Lunch, Mexican, Restaurant, Tacos, Take-Out
Standouts include the authentic tacos (onions and cilantro as toppings) and the homemade gorditas, served in a thick masa pocket. Also don't miss the housemade salsas.
2505 Monroe St., Madison, Wisconsin 53711
Burgers, Dinner, Lunch, Open Late/24 Hours, Pub Grub, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Neighborhood tap for the near west side, long loved for its Friday night fish fries, brats, and hamburgers.
908 E. Johnson St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Breakfast, Cafe/Coffee Shop, Dinner, Live Music, Lunch, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Kin Kin and other coffees served French press or pour-over, sandwiches, baked goods from Batch and other goodies. Handicapped accessibility: there are front steps.
706 John Nolen Dr., Madison, Wisconsin 53713
Bar, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Restaurant, Salad, Sandwiches, Soup, Take-Out
American fare for breakfast, lunch, dinner in a semi-casual setting. Happy hour, Mon.-Fri., 4.pm-6.pm. Located in the Sheraton Hotel, the Heartland Grill offers American fare for breakfast, lunch, dinner, carryout and room service seven days a week.
2110 Atwood Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53704
Bar, Brunch, Dinner, Indian, Lunch, Nepalese, Reservations Accepted, Restaurant, Take-Out, Tibetan, Vegetarian-Friendly
Pretty dining room with Nepali and Tibetan dishes.
2827 Atwood Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53704
Bakery, Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Vegetarian-Friendly, Wheat/Gluten Free
Cupcakes are a highlight, of course, but this casual east side spot is a favorite for breakfasts and lunches daily. Stratas and omelets are great in the morning; at lunch and dinner, try the six different varieties of meat (and meatless) loaves.
5501 Schroeder Rd, Madison, Wisconsin 53711
Breakfast, Burgers, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Restaurant, Salad, Sandwiches, Soup, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Family restaurant with huge menu of skillets and omelets, pancakes, waffles and breakfast specials, plus sandwiches, burgers, dinners, and diner-style specials like meatloaf and liver and onions.
111 River Place, Monona, Wisconsin 53716
Chinese, Delivery, Dinner, Lunch, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Chinese, with 13 vegetarian dishes, Szechuan specials, chow yok kew and curry dishes, and lunch specials that include fried rice and an egg roll. Also on the menu: bacon fried rice. You heard it here first.
Library Mall Food Cart, Madison, Wisconsin
Caribbean, Cash Only, Costa Rican, Food Cart/Truck, Lunch, Restaurant, Take-Out, Vegetarian-Friendly, Wheelchair Access
Food cart serving special plates of the day, tacos, empanadas and burritos. Vegetarian options available.
2691 Windsor St., Sun Prairie, Wisconsin 53590
Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Mexican, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Fast-casual Mexican burrito-taco grill with create-your own options.
1402 Williamson St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Bakery, Breakfast, Caterer, Kid Friendly, Locavore, Lunch, Outdoor Seating, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
There are a few eat-in tables and coffee, but most importantly sourdough loaves, ciabatta and the rustic Provencal loaf called fougasse. And the sweet is just as good as the savory with muffins, scones, plain and filled croissants, and morning buns.
2105 Sherman Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53704
Delivery, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Outdoor Seating, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheat/Gluten Free, Wheelchair Access
Criminally crispy fresh-made falafel, housemade hummus and baba ganoush, salads, homemade chips and specials. The schnitzel -- seasoned fried chicken in a pita -- is a near-perfect object.
317 N. Bassett St., Madison, Wisconsin
Dinner, Indian, Lunch, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Pakistani specials on the whiteboard are augmented by chicken tikka and beef kabab rolls, all excellent choices. Burgers, gyros and fried chicken complete the American side of the menu.
823 E. Johnson St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Cafe/Coffee Shop, Restaurant, Tea Room
The folks at Macha take the ritual seriously, with usucha and koicha matcha. They serve other green and black teas, and tea-based in-house baked goods like nothing else in town. Food on Friday with special “pop-up” lunches.
18 N. Carroll St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Bar, Contemporary, Dinner, Restaurant, Tapas, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Graft is a very pretty, capable restaurant that swings for the fences. It’s a menu with broad appeal: entirely satisfying rillettes of diced smoked trout, harissa-rubbed chicken thigh atop Israeli couscous, massive wine list.
1612 Seminole Hwy., Madison, Wisconsin
American, Bar, Burgers, Dinner, Lunch, Pub Grub, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Classic Wisconsin tap in an old house, with good cheese curds, burgers, Reuben, fries, and fish fry (of course) on Friday.
6309 McKee Rd., Madison, Wisconsin 53719
Burgers, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Restaurant, Take-Out, Vegetarian-Friendly, Wheelchair Access
A design-your-own-burger outfit, with turkey and veggie patty options. Veggies and sauces available for customizing, including sauteed mushrooms, avocado, and fried onion strings.
Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Madison, Wisconsin 53715
Cash Only, Fusion, Lunch, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Food cart with fusion-style dumplings and dipping sauces, salads, and rice plates.
Corner of N. Charter and W. Johnson streets, Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Cash Only, Food Cart/Truck, Lunch, Restaurant, Take-Out, Vietnamese, Wheelchair Access
Banh mi, the Vietnamese sub sandwich, made to order with several meat and veggie options.
Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Panini, featuring deli meats and cheeses, veggies and a breakfast omelet panini.
416 S. Park St., Madison, Wisconsin 53715
Bar, Live Music, Open Late/24 Hours, Restaurant, Wheelchair Access
Intimate and organic neighborhood meeting spot with 19 taps of interesting craft beers. No food, but patrons can bring in pizzas from nearby Falbo's.
Roaming Food Cart, Madison, Wisconsin
Cash Only, Food Cart/Truck, Indonesian, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Indonesian food cart with sesame chicken, egg rolls, fried rice, specials, sweet banana rolls, and the national drink cendol, a bit like bubble tea.
Mobile Food Cart, Madison, Wisconsin
Dinner, Food Cart/Truck, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Puerto Rican, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Puerto Rican menu with pernil (marinated pork shoulder) and seasoned, roasted chicken; rice and beans or dirty rice; excellent fried plantains, yucca, and crispy empanadillas.
Late night Food Cart, Madison, Wisconsin
American, Burgers, Dinner, Open Late/24 Hours, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Late night food cart at University and Frances Street with a not-to-miss steakburger, served on toasted bread. Also participates in Let's Eat Out neighborhood dinners.
Food Cart/Truck, Lunch, Mexican, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Weekdays at Library Mall, Saturdays at the Dane County Farmers' Market, this food cart serves California-influenced Mexican tacos, burritos and sides.
Food Cart/Truck, Lunch, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Food cart serving casual cottage-style meals including "Bobber Chicken" (jerk chicken on rice), tuna salad and homemade chocolate chip cookies. Daily specials. Locations vary, noon hours weekdays.
2009 Freeport Rd., Madison, Wisconsin 53711
American, Bar, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Pub Grub, Restaurant, Wheelchair Access
Breakfasts, burgers and sandwiches, daily lunch and dinner specials.
5360 Westport Rd., Madison, Wisconsin 53704
Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Outdoor Seating, Restaurant
Would you, could you, on a boat? Dine or snack while taking in the scenery of Lake Mendota or Lake Monona. Pizza and beer cruises, a popular Sunday brunch and Sunday dinner cruise, among others.
444 W. Johnson St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Bar, Brunch, Dinner, Donuts, Kid Friendly, Lunch, No Reservations, Open Late/24 Hours, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheat/Gluten Free, Wheelchair Access, WiFi
Brunch-all-day spot on the ground floor of the new Hampton Inn, with floor-to-ceiling windows, a bar and a U-shaped diner counter. Indulgence is in almost every entree, but accompany whatever you get with the excellent horchata latte.
Library W. Main and S. Carroll, Madison, Wisconsin 53704
Dinner, Food Cart/Truck, Lunch, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Excellent crispy falafel, in sandwiches and plates; hamburger sliders and chicken at this megapopular food cart that is now two carts: Library Mall and a roving placement. $3-$10.
2947 University Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53705
Bakery, Breakfast, Deli, Dinner, Kid Friendly, Lunch, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Pick a dozen bagels fresh out of the bins or order a sandwich. Build your own from a dozen Boar's Head and Vienna meats, add veggies and cheese. Or order a BLT, Reuben, cream cheese and lox or an egg breakfast sandwich.
525 W. Johnson St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Bar, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Open Late/24 Hours, Pub Grub, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Casual dining near campus in the Doubletree Hotel. $5-$39.
1605 Linden Dr., Madison, Wisconsin 53706
Breakfast, Dinner, Frozen Yogurt, Ice Cream, Lunch, Restaurant, Sandwiches, Soup, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Babcock Hall ice cream by scoop or gallon, sundaes, real malts, plus breakfast sandwiches, grilled cheese sandwiches with Babcock cheese, soup and sandwich specials Monday through Friday.
449 State St., Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Asian, Chinese, Delivery, Dinner, Lunch, Open Late/24 Hours, Restaurant, Take-Out, Vegetarian-Friendly, Wheelchair Access
Lo mein, mu shu, kung pao and much more, as well as a special diet menu of steamed entrees.
1 Dempsey Rd., Madison, Wisconsin 53714
Chinese with Cantonese emphasis near Woodman's east. Good number of vegetarian entrees.
6719 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53562
Dinner, Lunch, Mexican, Restaurant, Take-Out, Wheelchair Access
Build-your-own tacos, burritos, quessadilla, torta, salad bowl in the manner of a Chipotle, with chicken, chorizo, pork, beef, or a mix of pork/beef as the meats. Black beans make a vegan option. $4-$9.
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