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A photo of Lucille restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1110)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Madison
Booked 59 times today
Lucille is currently open for indoor dining! For large group reservations (15+ people), please email us at info@lucillemadison.com or give us a call at 608-283-0000 for availability. We are excited to have you in!
A photo of Eno Vino Downtown restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2178)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Madison
Booked 41 times today
Eno Vino Downtown is a fun place to be with its award-winning wine selection, great food and ambiance. Reviewers loved the 'delicious food, yummy drinks, and great atmosphere'. The 'creative cuisine meant to be shared in small plates' and 'outstanding views' are also highlighted. The 'great service and knowledgeable staff' add to the overall fun experience. It's perfect for any celebration or just unwinding during happy hour.
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4.3
Awesome(1557)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Madison
Booked 29 times today
Merchant is Madison's energetic industrial-chic cafe, craft cocktail bar and late night destination specializing in no-nonsense, affordable fare and drink steeped in old school culture and soul.Our menu features elevated American classics like shrimp cakes, steaks, burgers, and mac and cheese. As Madison’s first craft cocktail bar, our drink list includes twists on classic cocktails using fresh ingredients and heritage spirits, fresh innovative non-alcoholic drinks, and wines from boutique producers, fresh beers on tap, and heritage beers.
A photo of Rare Steakhouse restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1960)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Madison
Booked 29 times today
Dining and libations on Capitol Square with an incredible view of the Capitol, Rare combines craft cocktails, in-house dry aged steaks and attentive service in an unabashedly old-school steak house setting. Madison's downtown steakhouse features specialty cuts dry aged in-house, like the Rib Cap and the Delmonico as well as offering more traditional cuts like our filet and our rib eye. Rare is also one of the only purveyors of A5 Wagyu in Madison.Complimenting our steaks and entrees is a specialty cocktail list and an extensive wine list with everything from wines for a big celebration to a weekday dinner.If you're just looking for a drink after work, Rare offers discounted cocktails, wines and snacks at happy hour.
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4.8
Exceptional(643)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Madison
Booked 7 times today
Wine/Cicchetti (pronounced: che-kett-ee) BarFine Italian DiningIrresistible little snacks of every imaginable configuration from the varied regions of Italy. Eat them at the bar with an ombra (shadow) of wine with an aperitif. Fine Dining Menu Also available Wed-Sat-Classic Italian favorites and daily chefs specials including Chicken Parmigiano, Sicilian Steak and Shrimp Scampi. Sunday Supper 5-8PM
A photo of Draper Brother's Chophouse restaurant
4.3
Awesome(184)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Madison
Booked 4 times today
Step back in time to 1867 when the Draper Brothers founded their renowned meat house in the heart of Madison. Their passion for quality and taste quickly made them the region's go-to destination for the finest cuts of meat. Nestled within the walls of the iconic building that was once home to the renowned House of Wisconsin Cheese and Blue Marlin, our stunning interior design celebrates the building's rich history while introducing a new level of elegance and sophistication to Madison's culinary scene.Sink into our plush, comfortable seating, bask in the warm glow of soft lighting, and enjoy impeccable service that attends to your every need. If you're looking for an intimate evening for two, a celebratory night out with friends, or a sophisticated venue for a special occasion, our restaurant provides the perfect ambiance to create unforgettable memories.
A photo of CIRC restaurant
4.1
Excellent(192)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Madison
Booked 1 time today
Located in The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club, CIRC serves contemporary American cuisine.
A photo of The Statehouse restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1173)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Madison
Booked 25 times today
Join us at our signature restaurant, The Statehouse, or simply stop in to catch the sunset over Lake Mendota while enjoying a cocktail at the bar. Located at the corner of Langdon and Wisconsin, you’ll be comfortable in our inviting dining room and regaled by gorgeous views of the lake and surrounding area. Our beautiful restaurant serves regionally sourced, Modern Midwestern Cuisine. Augie's Tavern offers classic cocktails with new twists, an extensive wine list, and of course, the best Wisconsin craft beers.
A photo of Palette Bar and Grill restaurant
4.3
Awesome(496)
Price: Moderate
• American • Madison
Booked 6 times today
Palette provides a colorful dining experience with an American inspired menu featuring in-house cut steaks and 21-day aged 100% black Angus beef.As we inherited a space as historical as the former Mautz Paint Company warehouse, we had to do it justice. We kept our building’s architectural features intact while updating the space with contemporary design elements and nostalgic touches. We wanted to keep the space faithful to its roots; filled with hues of colors and textures reminiscing of times when the East Washington corridor was a booming industrial area in the city.Our menu features steak cuts made in-house, chef’s masterpieces, artisan salads and soups, along with a unique beer and hand-crafted cocktail selection.
A photo of Samba Brazilian Grill restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1009)
Price: Very Expensive
• Brazilian Steakhouse • Madison
Booked 28 times today
For those of you who are not current or former gauchos who roam the prairies of Brazil, you might need an explanation of our style of service. At the end on a long day of work tending to cattle and stock, Brazilian cowboys (Gauchos) and their families would prepare great feasts. They would skewer various meats, roast them over a fire pit and bring them to the table for carving. There would be a bounty of seasonal vegetables, stews and salads using fresh ingredients from the fruits of their labor.

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Discover best fun restaurants in Madison

Looking for a fun dining experience in Madison, Wisconsin? Our restaurant reservation system features a collection of venues that promise not only great food and drinks but also an exciting atmosphere. Whether you’re in the mood for sophisticated wine bars with award-winning selections, cozy bistros with live music, or lively steakhouses, Madison's dining scene has it all. Each restaurant highlighted on our platform offers a unique, enjoyable atmosphere that caters to a variety of tastes and occasions, ensuring that every meal is memorable. Madison is renowned for its diverse and vibrant culinary landscape, where eateries strive to provide not only exquisite dishes but also an engaging dining experience. Many of these restaurants boast menus that feature farm-to-table freshness, creative cuisine in small plates, and traditional dishes with modern twists, all served in beautifully designed settings that enhance your dining pleasure. Friendly and attentive staff at each location ensure that your dining experience is as enjoyable as the food itself. Whether for a special celebration, a casual meet-up, or a delightful date night, discover the fun side of dining in Madison with our easy-to-use reservation system.

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