Grab a pitcher of Spotted Cow beer, a basket of tater tots, and enjoy the lake views!
Head to the Square to shop the Dane County Farmer's Market. Sneak into the Capitol when you're there and then grab a sandwich at Tipsy Cow!
Enjoy Wisconsin cheese curds and a brat while you watch college football before the ceremony!
Coffee/Breakfast
Ancora Cafe + Bakery
Marigold Kitchen
Michelangelo's Coffee House
Fair Trade
Bassett Street Brunch Club
Crescendo
Dining
Lucille (lovely patio and sometimes live music)
Dotty Dumpling's Dowry (delicious burgers, no dumplings despite the name)
Rare Steakhouse (great happy hour)
Cento (delicious Italian food)
The Coopers Tavern (a Madison staple)
Drinks
Oz by Oz (order the gimme flowers drink)
The Ivory Room Piano Bar
The Botanist Social
Cask & Ale
Paul's Club