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Downtown Madison

Capitol Square and nearby streets sit between Lakes Mendota and Monona.

Madison and its lakefront

Capitol Square and nearby streets sit between Lakes Mendota and Monona. Use the directory to choose a nearby restaurant, then leave time for the surrounding streets and public spaces. Check hours before you go.

Areas in this guide

Leave yourself a little room.

Pick a starting point and build from there. Confirm opening hours, access and reservations with the venue; this guide does not imply availability or an affiliation with the places mentioned.

Restaurants and shops to know

Independent restaurants, cafés and shops from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Hours change; confirm with the business.

Restaurant

RED

Restaurant · 316 W Washington Ave #100

RED is a restaurant located in Madison, Wisconsin, at 316 W. Washington Ave, Suite 100. The restaurant offers a menu that spans continents and goes beyond sushi, with a focus on using the highest quality ingredients…

Restaurant

Heritage Tavern

Restaurant · 131 E Mifflin St

Heritage Tavern is a farm-to-table restaurant located in the heart of downtown Madison, offering an exquisite dining experience. The restaurant is owned by Dan Fox, Executive Chef, who has a passion for cooking and a…

Restaurant

Taigu Noodles

Restaurant · 5372 Old Middleton Road

Taigu Noodles in Madison specializes in homemade fresh hand-cut noodles and authentic Chinese cuisine, introducing new tastes from the Shanxi and Canton regions of China to the local community. This family-run business…

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