SnL’s Madison Guidebook
Food scene
Fab place for outdoor brews and hanging int he park by the lake. Next door to the Olbrich Boat Rental and the Tiki Bar at the Eastside Club.
20 locals recommend
The Biergarten at Olbrich Park
3527 Atwood AveFab place for outdoor brews and hanging int he park by the lake. Next door to the Olbrich Boat Rental and the Tiki Bar at the Eastside Club.
Our favorite fancier brunch spot for celebrations and guests. Spectacular dinners as well.
46 locals recommend
Sardine
617 Williamson StOur favorite fancier brunch spot for celebrations and guests. Spectacular dinners as well.
Mickey's Tavern
1524 Williamson StFantastic outdoor brunch in summer! And right down the street!
Mint Mark
1929 Winnebago StOur favorite dinner spot for great food and delicious cocktails!
Local favorite and an extensive menu, this place is great! Don't miss the spicy wanton app!
55 locals recommend
Hạ Long Bay Restaurant
1353 Williamson StLocal favorite and an extensive menu, this place is great! Don't miss the spicy wanton app!
Not to be missed locally made ice cream and right on the bike path!
15 locals recommend
Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream Co.
2322 Atwood AveNot to be missed locally made ice cream and right on the bike path!
Where the university meets the city, this is one of our favorite places to catch a beer and visit with friends lakeside. Not to be missed!
25 locals recommend
University of Wisconsin - Memorial Union
800 Langdon StWhere the university meets the city, this is one of our favorite places to catch a beer and visit with friends lakeside. Not to be missed!
Neighborhoods
Great little businesses and cool hang-out spots, this neighborhood has it going on!
7 locals recommend
Atwood Avenue
Atwood AvenueGreat little businesses and cool hang-out spots, this neighborhood has it going on!
Laid back and friendly neighborhood, we love it here. A great neighborhood to explore on foot or by bike.
Marquette
Laid back and friendly neighborhood, we love it here. A great neighborhood to explore on foot or by bike.
Sightseeing
Our favorite day-trip for hiking, kayaking, and exploring. We also love to camp here!
120 locals recommend
Devil's Lake State Park
S5975 Park RdOur favorite day-trip for hiking, kayaking, and exploring. We also love to camp here!
Lovely place for a day visit and stroll. Also does evening events throughout the year. Definitely worth a visit during all seasons!
138 locals recommend
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood AveLovely place for a day visit and stroll. Also does evening events throughout the year. Definitely worth a visit during all seasons!
Best nearby spot to rent a canoe, kayak, or stand-up-paddleboard to take out on Lake Monona. Right next to the Beirgarten and the Tiki Bar!
8 locals recommend
Olbrich Park Beach
3527 Atwood AveBest nearby spot to rent a canoe, kayak, or stand-up-paddleboard to take out on Lake Monona. Right next to the Beirgarten and the Tiki Bar!
Spectacular regional theatre, this place is magical and offers some of the best theatre in the midwest. Don't miss it!
67 locals recommend
American Players Theatre
5950 Golf Course RdSpectacular regional theatre, this place is magical and offers some of the best theatre in the midwest. Don't miss it!
In the historic Overture Center of the Arts, this art museum is a great stop on a tour of State Street and the Capital.
51 locals recommend
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
227 State StIn the historic Overture Center of the Arts, this art museum is a great stop on a tour of State Street and the Capital.
Frank Lloyd Wright's home and estate, this is a must-visit for any architecture fan. Look ahead for tour reservations.
15 locals recommend
Taliesin
5481 County Rd CFrank Lloyd Wright's home and estate, this is a must-visit for any architecture fan. Look ahead for tour reservations.
Where the university meets the city, this is one of our favorite places to catch a beer and visit with friends lakeside. Not to be missed!
25 locals recommend
University of Wisconsin - Memorial Union
800 Langdon StWhere the university meets the city, this is one of our favorite places to catch a beer and visit with friends lakeside. Not to be missed!