Guide to the Best Bars in Madison, Wisconsin

Whether you're someone who likes to enjoy a casual drink with friends or you're someone who likes to order a virgin margarita at bars, it's important to know which spots in town are great for nights out. There are so many bars in Madison WI, so no matter what kind of drink you enjoy, you're sure to find a spot in town that you love. Let's talk more about the cool bars in Madison, WI. You'll learn more about some of the best bar food in Madison WI, too. Let's get into the list, so that you can check out some of these spots in town!

Cornerstone Bar & Grill

Located just a short drive from Sun Valley Apartments, Cornerstone Bar & Grill is a locally owned Fitchburg hangout that serves tasty bar classics and a long list of midwestern-made brews. The menu is filled with variations on classic barroom dishes like the bourbon bacon bleu cheeseburger, the buffalo chicken wrap, and a BLT made with applewood smoked bacon. On top of this, guest can enjoy a wide range of salads and appetizers like chicken wings, mac & cheese bites, and steak salad. Cornerstone also serves breakfast/brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings and hosts a fish fry on Friday evenings. Cornerstone is your go-to bar & grill in Fitchburg.

Mickey's Tavern

At Mickey's Tavern, you can enjoy nice music, great food, and even better drinks. If you're looking for some traditional bar food, you'll find it at Mickey's Tavern. You can try the classic French fries, the cheese curds, or chips and dip. If you're looking for burgers, you can try the Delux Burger or the Bar Burger. It's important that you pair your food with a tasty drink, and there are a variety of great drinks at Mickey's Tavern. The Mimosa, the Bloody Mary, the Champagne Cocktail, the Drunken Barista iced coffee with Vodka, and the Beers on tap are all great options.

The Thirsty Goat

The Thirsty Goat is another spot located right in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. To pregame your drinks with tasty bar food, try ordering the Nachos, the Gouda Mac and Cheese Bites, the Bavarian Pretzel, the Zing Wing Basket, the Baked Brie Dip, or the Cajun Shrimp Bake. After you enjoy the food at The Thirsty Goat, order a drink or two. Of course, there's beer on tap, but there's also unique mixed drinks available, too. We love the Grasshopper, which is a crème de menthe and crème de cacao drink, and we also love the Peanut Butter Cup, which is a frangelico and screwball peanut butter whiskey drink.

Coopers Tavern

You're sure to have a good time when you visit Coopers Tavern and Taproom. Some of the most popular items on the menu include the MacDoogle Burger, which as lettuce, onions, American cheese, sweet pickles, and a special sauce on it, and the Nashville Chicken Sandwich, which has lettuce , tomato, and sweet pickles on it. The drinks are great at Coopers Tavern—in particular, you should try out the Toasted Pina Colada, the Patio Crusher, the Spicy Pineapple Margarita, and the Smoked Old Fashion. Everything you try at Coopers Tavern will be great!

The Ohio Tavern

The Ohio Tavern is a unique spot in Madison, Wisconsin. If you're visiting, be sure to bring cash, because the restaurant only accepts cash. Plus, they don't have a phone, so they can't accept reservations! The food at The Ohio Tavern doesn't disappoint. They serve great tacos, nachos, oysters, and street corn. The tacos are amazing at The Ohio Tavern, and you can get them with a variety of proteins. The beer on tap and the wine options at The Ohio Tavern are great. This spot is open late, so come hungry after a night out!

The Mason Lounge

The Mason Lounge has been open for over ten years, and we can say with confidence that the people in Madison, Wisconsin are so happy this spot opened. There's pizza on the menu, and you can choose whatever toppings you want to put on it. There are incredible cocktails on the menu, too. The Kiev Mule, the Lemon Drop, the Margarita, the Spicy Margarita, and the beers and wine at The Mason Lounge are great. Come to The Mason Lounge ready to have fun with your friends and family in America. The atmosphere cannot be beat at The Mason Lounge.

Ready to Visit the Best Bars in Madison WI? Join Us at the Sun Valley Apartments

There are so many incredible bars in the Madison, WI area, and there are so many incredible spots that you can find in the Fitchburg WI area, too. If you join us at the Sun Valley Apartments, then you'll be in close proximity to all the incredible nightlife in town. We encourage you to remain responsible as you unwind with friends at these bars, and we also encourage you to check out the floor plans available at our Sun Valley Apartments. For more information, contact us.