Located near several other Asian restaurants on Williamson (aka Willy), this authentic Indonesian eatery offers a diverse menu of grilled meats, noodle and rice dishes, vegetarian fare and more. Unlike its menu, Bandung is not huge and seats about 40.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis wine bar also boasts a large menu of eats. The decor is cozy with a fireplace, leather charis, wood tables, and mostly darker colors. There is more than one room and the bar area is spacious. Solo diners are welcome. The location is in a shopping mall so parking is easy.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThis hip Food Fight Inc. restaurant serves up an array of eclectic global cuisine in a contemporary, urban and cool setting. Light cement floors, soaring ceilings, black chairs and bar stools, light wood accents, a white bar and mostly white walls.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveServing up an assortment of salads, sandwiches, and hot entrees, Great Dane's menu is BIG. It's located right near the Capitol and the atmosphere is casual with wood tables and floors, exposed brick, and a billiards room. In the summer the garden patio is very popular.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveYou want a power chef meal? This is the place. While the accolades flow, it is because this menu can work for Athletic-Minded Travelers that we recommend the upscale food experience.
Price: ExpensiveHong Kong Café is gets a lot of campus business with its location on the corner of Regent Street and Mills Street. Take-out is a popular option for this restaurant, perhaps because of the high percentage of student clientele.
Price: Least ExpensiveWhat is there to say, it's IHOP! Serving breakfast fare all day, this could be a good bet if you are on Madison's Westside.
Price: Least ExpensiveWhat is there to say, it's IHOP! Serving breakfast fare all day, this could be a good bet if you are on Madison's Westside.
Price: Least ExpensiveIt's a steak house with cool and classic decor. If beef is not your thing, JD's also offers up a substantial number of seafood dishes and a few other creations. The restaurant has that upscale steakhouse feel with lots of dark wood, white linens, big mahogany bar and servers in white jackets.
Price: ExpensiveFoodies will appreciate the creativity, effort and commitment to fresh, organic and seasonal ingredients for the L'Etoile's fine dining menu. L'Etoile's contemporary dining room is elegant with white table cloths, fresh flowers, huge windows that look out to the Capitol building and soaring ceil
Price: ExpensiveThis near east cafe welcomes all with its living room style lounge area, and eclectic dining area. It's an order at the counter system here. There are big chalk boards listing specials and the baked goods are front and center in a glass case. Count on home cooking and local flavor.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis place relies upon seasonal, local ingredients with a leaning toward health, and it's what differentiates this downtown cafe from others. Located in an industrial space, the setting is warm with natural woods, homey decor and friendly colors. It's order at the counter here.
Price: Least ExpensiveAt first glance Montys may seem like a typical diner with its counter and chrome décor, but Montys takes it to the next level and makes the family diner gourmet. This is another Madisonian favorite, and it gets busy. The counter also fills up so expect a wait at peak times.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveYes, it is a chain, but if you are staying on Madison's Eastside and need a meal fix, Olive Garden's big menu offers a reliable option. We gravitate to the salads, create your own pasta and soup.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveYes, it is a chain, but if you are staying on Madison's Westside and need a meal fix, Olive Garden's big menu offers a reliable option. We gravitate to the salads, create your own pasta and soup.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveThe Mediterranean inspired menu of this Westsider offers a diverse option for light and hearty eaters. The location in a restored stone farm house is upscale without pretension. The two level dining room is located above the full service bar area and has the feel of a quaint living room.
Price: ExpensiveThis is high-class Brazilian barbeque. The building is a historic landmark; inside you’ll find high ceilings and lots of dark wood and candlelight. It’s all you can eat, and there’s something to satisfy any appetite. The buffet allows customizers to enjoy immensely!
Price: ExpensiveThis casual café is a campus favorite and it’s conveniently located downtown on State Street. You have to go up the stairs to the second floor to get to the café, and the inside is bright and cozy. The focus is fresh and healthy with an in-house bakery and plenty of vegetarian and vegan options.
Price: Moderately ExpensiveCome for the healthy prepared foods and fresh salad bar. Lots of gourmet goodies for all including grab and go, hot food, grocery staples, protein bars and more.
Open daily 8a to 9p.
Price: Least ExpensiveThis natural foods store offers organic and locally produced foods. There is also a juice bar, deli, salad bar and bakery. The food is vegetarian and vegan friendly, but there are meat dishes too. Willy's serves breakfast too!
Price: Least ExpensiveThis natural foods store offers organic and locally produced foods. There is also a juice bar, deli, salad bar and bakery.
