I haven't lived in Madison for 10 years, but I still fantasize about the Scrambler and the blueberry pancakes. I lived at the Regent and this is where I'd sober up after a night out or fuel up after a row.
Your best bet is to get there early. You'll want to stand over tables like a hawk, gawking at the patrons as if to say "Come on, finish that last bite and get out of here so I can have your table." Actually make them feel uncomfortable. They will leave. You will eat. All will be well.
My first time at Mickey's I learned about the pancakes from an Indiana fan. He was there for an away football game. He ordered pancakes and put them into plastic ziplocks to bring back to Indiana for his wife. Yes, they are that good.