Are you hungry?! Good, because there are a lot of new spots soon opening around town that are ready to fill you up, buttercup! We spoke to Cap Times food editor Lindsay Christians, a friend of the City Cast Madison pod, to get the scoop on the spots where you should absolutely get your grub on soon.
Atico
This Latin American-style restaurant will soon be moving into the Moxy hotel in Downtown Madison. It comes from owner Ben Roberts and partner Alin Stupinean of Taberna Tacos & Tequila on Monroe Street.
Northside Lounge
This craft cocktail bar now open on the North Side is owned by lifelong Madisonian and vet of the bar industry, Simon Dettinger.
Molten Monkey Pizza
Coming soon is this Detroit-style pizza spot opening where a Salvatore's Tomato Pies used to be on East Johnson.
Public Parking Bar
Continuing the love for East Johnson, Public Parking Bar has been getting a lot of buzz. They’re looking at a Sept. 5 opening.
El Sabor de Puebla
The iconic tamale purveyor is moving to a larger space on Northport that was once home to Benvenuto’s Italian Grill.
Duck Donuts
Grab one, or a bunch, of doughnuts from this tasty doughnut franchise opening Aug. 17 on University Avenue. Some standout options are the Beach Ball with rainbow sprinkles and chocolate drizzle, plus their piña colada or maple bacon flavors.
Water Street Social Club
This place has got everything! Prairie du Sac spot will have a full menu of snacks, dinner specials, a speakeasy, trivia, live music, and more!
Ancora
This popular cafe is opening its fourth location in an apartment building off Cottage Grove Road in Monona.
