We asked our readers to tell us their favorite Madison bars and restaurants across a dozen categories, from fish fries to cheese curds. Here’s what they said.

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We asked our readers to tell us their favorite Madison bars and restaurants across a dozen categories, from fish fries to cheese curds. Here’s what they said.
There’s no shortage of amazing restaurants to choose from in Madison. Read on to discover what to order at some of the top restaurants, as chosen by readers.
Madison, a city known for its vibrant food scene, is home to an array of places to eat that cater to every palate. But when it comes to identifying the crème de la crème, the task can seem daunting. That's why we scoured the city, consulted with locals, and tallied...
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UpNorthNews is a locally based digital news source dedicated to exploring how the daily goings-on in places of power—especially Madison and Washington, DC—impact Wisconsin families and communities.
Sunday is National Cheese Curd Day, and here in Wisconsin, where to find the state’s best curds is a hot debate. Fresh, flavored, or frozen? That question alone can divide families. But first, let’s start with the facts: Wisconsin produces more cheese than any other...
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