We found the 3 best restaurants in Madison
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...
Discovering Madison’s Best Old Fashioned
There's something undeniably cozy and heartwarming about walking into a supper club in Madison. It's like stepping into a nostalgic hug that smells faintly of fried fish and sounds like the clinking of ice cubes in a glass. But if you're on a quest for the ultimate...
The Best New Restaurants Madison Has to Offer
The food scene in Madison is as lively and varied as the city itself, and new choices are constantly popping up. If you're looking for the best new restaurant in Madison, look no further. The charming city is buzzing with fresh, innovative dining spots that...
Our Readers Told Us the Best Bratwurst in Madison
With rich German roots, Madison is a city that knows a thing or two about bratwursts. When it comes to finding the best brat the city has to offer, no one knows better than our readers. After a city-wide taste test that set the taste buds of UpNorthNews readers...
We asked our readers to tell us the best Madison breweries. Here’s their answer.
Madison is home to dozens of buzz-worthy breweries. But which one stands as the city's best? That's the question we posed to UpNorthNews readers. Thanks to their enthusiastic responses, the answer is crystal clear – Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. stands tall as...
The Best Cheese Shop in Madison, According to UpNorthNews Readers
Madison, often hailed as a haven for cheese enthusiasts, boasts a multitude of cheese shops that cater to the discerning palates of locals and visitors alike. In a recent poll conducted by UpNorthNews as part of our Madison Food Guide, readers cast their votes to...
Madison’s Best Bar Food: 5 Local Favorites Chosen by YOU
The food enthusiasts and bar-hopping connoisseurs of Madison have spoken, and we've listened! There's something heartwarming about diving into a plate of comfort food surrounded by the buzzing ambiance of a favorite local tavern. From award-winning cheese curds...
The 3 Best Pizza Parlors in Madison, According to UpNorthNews Readers
Madison, a city known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant cultural offerings, has a pizza scene that stands out as a testament to the locals' discerning taste buds and Wisconsin’s great cheeses. Madison residents take their pizza seriously, and navigating...
Fry-Day Night Fever: Unearthing Madison’s 3 Best Fish Fries
If there's one thing Madisonians take seriously, it's a fish fry. Friday night in Madison is an event, a tradition, and for many, a beloved weekly ritual. It's a time when the community comes together, strangers share tables, and that first crispy, golden bite...
The Cream of the Crop: Madison’s 4 Best Cheese Curd Spots
If you're a cheese curd connoisseur, Madison is the place to be. Over the last month, more than a thousand UpNorthNews readers cast their votes to determine the cream of the crop, and we're thrilled to bring you the results. From time-honored traditions to...
Madison’s Best Burger: Why This Restaurant is Unbeatable, According to Our Readers
When the cravings for a juicy, flavor-packed burger hit in Madison, there's one name that tops the list every time: Dotty Dumpling's Dowry. According to the UpNorthNews community, it's not just a place to grab a bite—it's an institution. A home to what many declare...
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