The Best Fall Drinks To Try in Madison
Looking for the perfect pumpkin spice or autumnal drink? Here is your guide to the best coffee shops and bars serving special fall beverages in Madison.
Rob ThomasOct 1, 2026Food & Drink
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Rob ThomasOct 1, 2026
The Best New Restaurants in Madison
This month’s list of the area’s best new restaurants includes a new outpost for a wildly popular local pizza chain, a new sushi spot near campus, and a new Indian restaurant in Verona.
Rob ThomasSep 24, 2026
How the Essen Haus Has Avoided the Wrecking Ball...So Far
Celebrate Oktoberfest 2026 at Madison's iconic Essen Haus on Saturday, Sept. 12! Enjoy a full day of live indoor/outdoor music, German beer, and food specials at this beloved beer hall that continues to defy development odds.
Rob ThomasSep 10, 2026
Where To Eat Halal in Madison
Madison’s first-ever Halal Restaurant Week runs Sept. 4-13. Discover local restaurants offering special menu options prepared in accordance with the Muslim halal tradition.
Rob ThomasSep 3, 2026
These Madison Restaurants Are Gone But Not Forgotten
We also asked our readers and listeners to share their favorite defunct Madison restaurants, and dozens of you responded. Here are some of your old favorites you just can’t let go of, from Ovens of Brittany to Burrito Drive to Jolly Bob's.
Rob ThomasAug 13, 2026
The Best Ice Cream in Madison
There are plenty of spots to indulge in a cold scoop (or several) of ice cream in Madison. Here are some of the best local spots in town.
Hayley SperlingJun 18, 2026
Where to Watch the World Cup in Madison
The 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament kicks off today, and Madison soccer fans are ready. Here's where to watch the matches, including bars like Coopers Tavern and the Free House, and even at Breese Stevens Field.
Rob ThomasJun 11, 2026
These Madison Butcher Shops Are a Cut Above
With summer coming up, you might want to stock up for the next cookout. Here are some of Madison's favorite butcher shops, from Meat People Butcher to Ken's Meat & Deli, many of which work closely with Wisconsin farmers.
Rob ThomasMay 14, 2026
Supper Clubs in Madison You Have To Try
You can savor the Wisconsin supper club tradition without traveling far from Madison, hitting historic spots like Tornado Steak House, Kavanaugh's Esquire Club, and Mariner's Inn.
Rob ThomasMay 7, 2026
Madison’s Favorite Neighborhood Bars
Madison has its share of high-end cocktail bars, but there's nothing like a neighborhood bar where it feels like everybody knows your name. We asked City Cast Madison readers for their favorites, including The Laurel Tavern, Delta Beer Lab and The Village Bar.
Jade Iseri-RamosApr 16, 2026
Where To Find the Best Bagels in Madison
Madison has plenty of great bagel options, from Mermaid Kitchen to Gotham Bagels to Bagels Forever.
Rob ThomasApr 9, 2026
Where to Go For Easter Brunch in Madison
Don't have plans for the family on Easter morning? Don't worry. Most spots in Madison have openings still for their brunch events, including the Great Dane, Madison Concourse Hotel and The Post.
Rob ThomasApr 2, 2026
