The best restaurants in Sun Prairie

82 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Nattspil

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Hidden, cash-only haunt offering global small plates, cocktails & beer in an intimate space.

211 King St (Madison)

Hidden, cash-only haunt offering global small plates, cocktails & beer in an intimate space.

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Nachos, fajitas, margaritas, and more are on the menu at this modern eatery.

1609 Landmark Dr Ste 101 suite 101 (Cottage Grove)

Nachos, fajitas, margaritas, and more are on the menu at this modern eatery.

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Tavernakaya

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Industrial tavern offering a sushi bar, ramen bowls & Japanese tapas along with local & Asian beers.

27 E Main St (Madison)

Industrial tavern offering a sushi bar, ramen bowls & Japanese tapas along with local & Asian beers.

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Camp Cantina

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Family-run eatery serving Mexican mains, including tacos, burritos and more, plus beer, margaritas and cocktails.

1503 Monroe St (Madison)

Family-run eatery serving Mexican mains, including tacos, burritos and more, plus beer, margaritas and cocktails.

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Casual eatery crafting pizza pies (including vegan and gluten-free versions) as well as tacos, and burgers.

10 N Livingston St (Madison)

Casual eatery crafting pizza pies (including vegan and gluten-free versions) as well as tacos, and burgers.

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Japanese hibachi-style steaks & other specialties served with a selection of sushi favorites.

1745 Parkside Dr (Madison)

Japanese hibachi-style steaks & other specialties served with a selection of sushi favorites.

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Eatery doling out familiar Mexican eats such as tacos & enchiladas in a petite, unassuming setting.

1033 S Park St (Madison)

Eatery doling out familiar Mexican eats such as tacos & enchiladas in a petite, unassuming setting.

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Traditional, family-friendly pizzeria with locally sourced, unique toppings on handcrafted crust.

121 E Main St

Traditional, family-friendly pizzeria with locally sourced, unique toppings on handcrafted crust.

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Informal counter-serve doling out simple Mexican standards such as burritos, tacos, nachos & tortas.

819 S Park St (Madison)

Informal counter-serve doling out simple Mexican standards such as burritos, tacos, nachos & tortas.

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Luigi's Pizza

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Cozy, family-friendly joint offering creative, thin-crust pizzas & Italian comfort food favorites.

515 S Midvale Blvd (Madison)

Cozy, family-friendly joint offering creative, thin-crust pizzas & Italian comfort food favorites.

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D’Vino

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Upscale eatery offering Italian cuisine and wine in a cozy, romantic setting.

116 King St (Madison)

Upscale eatery offering Italian cuisine and wine in a cozy, romantic setting.

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Gus's Diner

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1950s-style diner with chrome exterior & jukeboxes serving ample comfort food breakfast to dinner.

630 N Westmount Dr

1950s-style diner with chrome exterior & jukeboxes serving ample comfort food breakfast to dinner.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

550 Oxford Pl

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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Casual pizzeria with a rustic vibe, serving pizzas, burgers, salads, hand-tossed crusts and beer.

1390 Cabela Dr

Casual pizzeria with a rustic vibe, serving pizzas, burgers, salads, hand-tossed crusts and beer.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

1501 W Main St

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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Family-friendly American comfort-food eatery with a Friday fish fry plus a full bar & live music.

804 Liberty Blvd

Family-friendly American comfort-food eatery with a Friday fish fry plus a full bar & live music.

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Because sometimes brunch cravings hit at sunrise or after dark, Bassett Street Brunch Club blends retro vibes with a bold, modern twist,…

444 W Johnson St (Madison)

Because sometimes brunch cravings hit at sunrise or after dark, Bassett Street Brunch Club blends retro vibes with a bold, modern twist, set downtown between campus and the Capitol. Expect colorful comfort plates, brunch meets cocktails energy, and donuts getting the spotlight...

From the Madison newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Sunny Pho

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Sunny Pho is the weeknight reset you forgot you needed. Big, soothing bowls of pho with fragrant broth and all the fresh herbs, perfect…

602 S Park St (Madison)

Sunny Pho is the weeknight reset you forgot you needed. Big, soothing bowls of pho with fragrant broth and all the fresh herbs, perfect when you want something warm, quick, and unfussy, so treat yourself this week and let that slurpable comfort carry you through.

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All-you-can-eat restaurant providing sushi, sashimi, and hibachi dishes for lunch and dinner.

72 W Towne Mall (Madison)

All-you-can-eat restaurant providing sushi, sashimi, and hibachi dishes for lunch and dinner.

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Cool pizza place serving Detroit-style pies with a wide range of toppings, plus cocktails.

912 E Johnson St (Madison)

Cool pizza place serving Detroit-style pies with a wide range of toppings, plus cocktails.

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Izakaya Kuroyama

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Japanese-cuisine izakaya/restaurant specializing in skewers, ramen and tonkatsu chicken dishes.

419 State St (Madison)

Japanese-cuisine izakaya/restaurant specializing in skewers, ramen and tonkatsu chicken dishes.

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Wisconsin-born chain known for its creative pizzas including its signature mac 'n' cheese pie.

100 State St (Madison)

Wisconsin-born chain known for its creative pizzas including its signature mac 'n' cheese pie.

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Graze Restaurant

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Lively gastropub plating farm-to-table comfort fare in a modern glass venue with Capitol views.

1 S Pinckney St (Madison)

Lively gastropub plating farm-to-table comfort fare in a modern glass venue with Capitol views.

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Wisconsin-born chain known for its creative pizzas including its signature mac 'n' cheese pie.

319 N Frances St (Madison)

Wisconsin-born chain known for its creative pizzas including its signature mac 'n' cheese pie.

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City Barbeque

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Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

7015 Sligo Dr (Madison)

Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

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Daytime American cafe with views of planes taking off & landing at Dane County Airport.

3606 Corben Ct (Madison)

Daytime American cafe with views of planes taking off & landing at Dane County Airport.

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The Harvey House

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Creative cuisine & cocktails served in a redbrick restaurant with a stylish, old-school interior.

644 W Washington Ave (Madison)

Creative cuisine & cocktails served in a redbrick restaurant with a stylish, old-school interior.

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Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.

571 State St (Madison)

Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.

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Neighborhood restaurant serving seasonal cuisine in a space with Roman columns & a Venice mural.

2500 University Ave (Madison)

Neighborhood restaurant serving seasonal cuisine in a space with Roman columns & a Venice mural.

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Informal, eco-minded chain serving creative pizzas & classic pastas, plus wings, fish & shrimp.

2916 Atwood Ave (Madison)

Informal, eco-minded chain serving creative pizzas & classic pastas, plus wings, fish & shrimp.

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MISSION BBQ

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Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.

4702 E Towne Blvd (Madison)

Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.

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Upscale-casual choice offering contemporary American fare & a full bar with local beers on tap.

2601 W Beltline Hwy (Madison)

Upscale-casual choice offering contemporary American fare & a full bar with local beers on tap.

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Mint Mark

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Light American small plate restaurant & bar in a blue brick building offering martini lunches.

1874 E Washington Ave (Madison)

Light American small plate restaurant & bar in a blue brick building offering martini lunches.

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Naples 15

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Wood-fired pizzas, housemade pastas & classic Italian mains served in a warm trattoria with a patio.

15 N Butler St (Madison)

Wood-fired pizzas, housemade pastas & classic Italian mains served in a warm trattoria with a patio.

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Gourmet thin-crust pizza, wine, craft beer & desserts served in a cool space with an herb garden.

1374 Williamson St (Madison)

Gourmet thin-crust pizza, wine, craft beer & desserts served in a cool space with an herb garden.

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Informal, eco-minded chain serving creative pizzas & classic pastas, plus wings, fish & shrimp.

5003 University Ave (Madison)

Informal, eco-minded chain serving creative pizzas & classic pastas, plus wings, fish & shrimp.

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Industrial-style tavern with varied burgers, sandwiches & other Americans eats, plus many beers.

223 N Frances St (Madison)

Industrial-style tavern with varied burgers, sandwiches & other Americans eats, plus many beers.

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Osteria Papavero

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Cozy, laid-back spot serving large portions of seasonal Italian fare & an extensive wine list.

128 E Wilson St (Madison)

Cozy, laid-back spot serving large portions of seasonal Italian fare & an extensive wine list.

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Cento

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Farm-to-fork Italian restaurant with housemade pastas & wood-fired pizzas, plus a sizable wine list.

122 W Mifflin St (Madison)

Farm-to-fork Italian restaurant with housemade pastas & wood-fired pizzas, plus a sizable wine list.

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Modern campus bistro featuring seasonal New American fare & cocktails in stylish surrounds.

330 N Orchard St (Madison)

Modern campus bistro featuring seasonal New American fare & cocktails in stylish surrounds.

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1950s-style diner serving comfort food plus vegetarian & vegan options in a renovated gas station.

2089 Atwood Ave (Madison)

1950s-style diner serving comfort food plus vegetarian & vegan options in a renovated gas station.

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Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.

402 S Gammon Rd (Madison)

Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.

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Unpretentious, busy cafe specializing in Vietnamese dishes & Asian fare, with weekend specials.

6754 Odana Rd (Madison)

Unpretentious, busy cafe specializing in Vietnamese dishes & Asian fare, with weekend specials.

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Madison's

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Casual, 2-level bar with artisanal cocktails & pub grub plus TV sports & a cozy downstairs lounge.

119 King St (Madison)

Casual, 2-level bar with artisanal cocktails & pub grub plus TV sports & a cozy downstairs lounge.

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Relaxed, family-friendly eatery featuring all-you-can-eat KBBQ and hot pot fare, plus a sauce bar.

232 E Towne Way (Madison)

Relaxed, family-friendly eatery featuring all-you-can-eat KBBQ and hot pot fare, plus a sauce bar.

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Hi-fi-themed eatery serving pizza and other comfort dishes, plus cocktails, craft beer and wine.

617 N Sherman Ave (Madison)

Hi-fi-themed eatery serving pizza and other comfort dishes, plus cocktails, craft beer and wine.

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Light & airy farm-to-table café serving wholesome meals & selling frozen produce.

2433 University Ave (Madison)

Light & airy farm-to-table café serving wholesome meals & selling frozen produce.

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Upscale steakhouse serving classic surf 'n' turf & wine in a retro, supper club-style venue.

130 S Pinckney St (Madison)

Upscale steakhouse serving classic surf 'n' turf & wine in a retro, supper club-style venue.

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Trendy, upscale restaurant serving sushi, Asian-fusion small plates & sake in modern environs.

546 N Midvale Blvd (Madison)

Trendy, upscale restaurant serving sushi, Asian-fusion small plates & sake in modern environs.

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Jacknife

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Colorful eatery serving up sushi rolls and bowls, as well as beer and wine, plus sake.

1046 E Washington Ave (Madison)

Colorful eatery serving up sushi rolls and bowls, as well as beer and wine, plus sake.

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Oishi

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Cozy spot serving sushi rolls, lunchtime bento boxes & other Japanese fare in a casual venue.

532 S Park St #1620 (Madison)

Cozy spot serving sushi rolls, lunchtime bento boxes & other Japanese fare in a casual venue.

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Rare Steakhouse

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A fancy steakhouse with an old-school vibe serving classy cuts & sides paired with fine wines.

14 W Mifflin St (Madison)

A fancy steakhouse with an old-school vibe serving classy cuts & sides paired with fine wines.

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Beef Butter BBQ

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Meat-centric Texan-style eatery dishing out brisket, plus ribs and pulled pork, along with house-made sausages.

3001 N Sherman Ave (Madison)

Meat-centric Texan-style eatery dishing out brisket, plus ribs and pulled pork, along with house-made sausages.

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Cozy chophouse restaurant offering Italian dishes, steaks, cocktails, and private dining.

101 N Hamilton St (Madison)

Cozy chophouse restaurant offering Italian dishes, steaks, cocktails, and private dining.

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Belgian beers & comfort-food fare served in a European-style cafe with a vintage-chic vibe.

701 Hilldale Wy (Madison)

Belgian beers & comfort-food fare served in a European-style cafe with a vintage-chic vibe.

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Down-home eatery serving pit-smoked BBQ, with all-you-can-eat specials & a lengthy beer menu.

6207 Monona Dr (Monona)

Down-home eatery serving pit-smoked BBQ, with all-you-can-eat specials & a lengthy beer menu.

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Tokyo Sushi

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Sushi restaurant offering bento boxes and other mainstays along with beer.

1133 Williamson St (Madison)

Sushi restaurant offering bento boxes and other mainstays along with beer.

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Yako Sushi House

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Cozy Japanese eatery known for sushi and tempura rolls, plus poke bowls.

515 Cottage Grove Rd (Madison)

Cozy Japanese eatery known for sushi and tempura rolls, plus poke bowls.

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Alchemy Cafe

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Laid-back, cash-only tavern offering gourmet pub grub, rotating tap beers & live music most nights.

1980 Atwood Ave (Madison)

Laid-back, cash-only tavern offering gourmet pub grub, rotating tap beers & live music most nights.

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Fairchild

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Informal eatery serving creative meat plates, seafood & pasta, plus cocktails & wine.

2611 Monroe St (Madison)

Informal eatery serving creative meat plates, seafood & pasta, plus cocktails & wine.

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Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

900 S Park St (Madison)

Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

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Long-running white-tablecloth steakhouse with traditional fare, including seafood, plus many wines.

449 Grand Canyon Dr (Madison)

Long-running white-tablecloth steakhouse with traditional fare, including seafood, plus many wines.

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Old-school steakhouse with a rustic, supper-club vibe serving classic chops, seafood & cocktails.

116 S Hamilton St (Madison)

Old-school steakhouse with a rustic, supper-club vibe serving classic chops, seafood & cocktails.

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Longtime local institution offering specialty burgers, cheese curds & tap beers in quirky digs.

317 N Frances St (Madison)

Longtime local institution offering specialty burgers, cheese curds & tap beers in quirky digs.

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Casual spot featuring noodle dishes & Chinese, Vietnamese & Korean fare plus private karaoke rooms.

1336 Regent St (Madison)

Casual spot featuring noodle dishes & Chinese, Vietnamese & Korean fare plus private karaoke rooms.

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Cozy spot with candlelit tables serving a menu of fine food and a selection of gin-based cocktails.

206 State St (Madison)

Cozy spot with candlelit tables serving a menu of fine food and a selection of gin-based cocktails.

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Heritage Tavern

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Upscale New American fare for dinner & weekend brunch served in a classy space with old-world flair.

131 E Mifflin St (Madison)

Upscale New American fare for dinner & weekend brunch served in a classy space with old-world flair.

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RED

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Sleek eatery serving creative sushi rolls & grilled Japanese fare in modern environs.

316 W Washington Ave #100 (Madison)

Sleek eatery serving creative sushi rolls & grilled Japanese fare in modern environs.

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Cozy restaurant serving tapas, flatbreads, and other small plates, plus 100 martinis.

351 State St (Madison)

Cozy restaurant serving tapas, flatbreads, and other small plates, plus 100 martinis.

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Lucille

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Vintage, industrial-chic tavern with 3 floors serving wood-fired & steel-pan pizzas, plus cocktails.

101 King St (Madison)

Vintage, industrial-chic tavern with 3 floors serving wood-fired & steel-pan pizzas, plus cocktails.

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Easygoing, family-owned restaurant offering pizza, pasta & mains, plus a full bar.

704 S Whitney Way (Madison)

Easygoing, family-owned restaurant offering pizza, pasta & mains, plus a full bar.

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Stadium Takeout

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Popular and friendly spot doling out tasty fare such as burgers, wings, hot dogs and Italian beef.

1517 Monroe St (Madison)

Popular and friendly spot doling out tasty fare such as burgers, wings, hot dogs and Italian beef.

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Popular restaurant chain with a variety of chicken wings, chicken tenders, boneless wings & sides for dine-in, takeout & delivery.

2739 University Ave (Madison)

Popular restaurant chain with a variety of chicken wings, chicken tenders, boneless wings & sides for dine-in, takeout & delivery.

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Vibrant eatery specializing in New York-style pies and calzones, plus garlic knots and strombolis.

711 State St (Madison)

Vibrant eatery specializing in New York-style pies and calzones, plus garlic knots and strombolis.

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Signature pancakes & other American breakfast classics all day in a casual setting.

5518 University Ave (Madison)

Signature pancakes & other American breakfast classics all day in a casual setting.

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Bar Corallini

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Pizza & pasta dishes presented in a modern setting, plus a vegan menu & a robust wine list.

2004 Atwood Ave (Madison)

Pizza & pasta dishes presented in a modern setting, plus a vegan menu & a robust wine list.

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D.P. Dough

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Local chain open late for calzones with diverse fillings, including chili dog & cheesecake versions.

427 State St (Madison)

Local chain open late for calzones with diverse fillings, including chili dog & cheesecake versions.

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Pizza Brutta

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Casual spot for wood-fired, Neapolitan pies created from housemade mozzarella & local ingredients.

1805 Monroe St (Madison)

Casual spot for wood-fired, Neapolitan pies created from housemade mozzarella & local ingredients.

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Hạ Long Bay

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Traditional Southeast Asian eatery serving up a large menu of Thai, Vietnamese & Laotian dishes.

1353 Williamson St (Madison)

Traditional Southeast Asian eatery serving up a large menu of Thai, Vietnamese & Laotian dishes.

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Casual, clean, family-friendly sushi restaurant with a take-out counter and outdoor seats.

610 Junction Rd #113 (Madison)

Casual, clean, family-friendly sushi restaurant with a take-out counter and outdoor seats.

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The Statehouse

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Fine hotel dining establishment offering seasonal American fare & drinks amid scenic lake views.

1001 Wisconsin Pl (Madison)

Fine hotel dining establishment offering seasonal American fare & drinks amid scenic lake views.

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Compact BBQ joint churning out classic platters & sandwiches featuring meat from a wood-burning pit.

2310 Packers Ave (Madison)

Compact BBQ joint churning out classic platters & sandwiches featuring meat from a wood-burning pit.

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