DINING

American

• Five Guys Burgers and Fries
  517 State St. • Madison, WI 53703
  608-255-2520
  Five Guys offers diners 100% all beef burgers cooked to order, fresh-cut potatoes, and an unlimited variety of toppings. more...  map

Italian

• Porta Bella
  425 North Frances Street • Madison, WI 53703
  608-256-3186
  Close to the State Street area, Porta Bella has been "voted Madison’s favorite Italian restaurant and wine bar." Guests continually return to enjoy Porta Bella's fine homemade pasta and authentic Italian dishes. Porta Bella’s Cellar, located below Porta Bella, features an extensive menu of signature martinis, wine and microbrews. more...  map

Locally Operated

• Basie's Restaurant and Lounge
  517 Grand Canyon Drive • Madison, WI 53719
  Located in Madison's Westside Shopping District
  608-833-0100
  Basie's Restaurant and Lounge jazz-themed restaurant offers a nice, casual atmosphere and is a perfect place to relax and enjoy all American cuisine. Basie's offers live jazz music every Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Every Friday night enjoy their all you can eat fish fry. Saturday is their prime rib special. Everyday from 5 to 7 p.m. is happy hour.  more...  map

Mexican & Southwestern

• Pedro's Madison West
  499 D'Onofrio Drive • Madison, WI 53719
  608-833-9229
  Pedro's is an award-winning, regional Mexican dining establishment that prepares such favorites as burritos, tacos, tamales, enchiladas and fajitas. Pedro's Madison East is located at 3555 East Washington Avenue. more...  map

Pizza

• Chuck E. Cheese's
  438 Grand Canyon Dr. • Madison, WI 53719
  608-829-2000
  Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more...  map

Regional & Franchised

• Olive Garden
  7017 Mineral Point Road • Madison, WI 53717
  608-829-1158
  A nationally popular restaurant for great Italian dishes. It is a popular place for large groups or families with large appetites.  map

• Red Lobster
  4502 East Towne Boulevard • Madison, WI 53704
  608-244-3530
  Popular chain restaurant that is nationally known for its great seafood specialty dishes and family friendly atmosphere.  map

• TGI Fridays
  2502 East Springs Drive • Madison, WI 53704
  608-249-4544
  Popular place to eat for a good time and good food. Enjoy great American and Italian dishes in this festive restaurant.  map

Specialty Foods

• Greenbush Bakery
  105 Regent Street • Madison, WI 53715
  608-257-1151
  Bakery specializing in pastries.  map

Steaks & Chops

• Capitol ChopHouse®
  9 East Wilson Street • Madison, WI 53703
  608-255-0165
  Located within the Hilton Madison, the Capitol ChopHouse® is a traditional yet contemporary steak house that “specializes in tender steaks and fresh seafood.” An extensive wine list that complements any selection is available. more...  map