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...
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...
We asked our readers to tell us their favorite Madison pizza places. Here's what they said.
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...
Nestled in the heart of Madison, Green Owl Cafe has carved out a distinct niche as the city's premier vegan destination. This charming eatery captivates both locals and visitors alike with its innovative plant-based cuisine that defies the stereotypes often...
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...
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...
Leave it to a physicist to make a day commemorating a decimal point delicious! Here are our favorite spots to grab a slice in southeastern Wisconsin...
In November 2022, Katya Temchenko arrived in Madison as a refugee from southeastern Ukraine. A year-and-a-half later, she’s serving her country’s classics to her new neighbors.
At its peak, Blockbuster had more than 9,000 stores worldwide, including about 100 here in Wisconsin. That was 20 years ago. Just five years later, in 2019, most of those stores closed. But everything comes back eventually… right?
