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| - I am lucky ( or unlucky however you look at it) to recall the old Union South. If you were around the UW Campus area in the past 3+ years, you'd know it was a dump. Horrible building that didn't have enough space, resources or eatery's for students, staff, faculty and the general public. I was overjoyed when they tore down the old Union South and turned into a more retro space.
Unlike other student unions I've visited, it's nice that UW Madison allows the space to be utilized by the general public. You can book rooms, order catering, stay at their hotel, go bowling and rock climbing and tons more. This is actually something I commend UW Madison for allowing. The union is more than just a place for students to eat, meet up with friends and study but it's also a business.
I do think the food could be better and this includes catering. I find their prices to be a bit ridiculous. While I worked at UW my junior and senior year as an undergrad, I had to order catering for certain events. Understanding that I just said they are too a business, I can go to other local places and have them cater for a much cheaper price. There are no discount for students or employees on the food which is unfortunate.
As for the actually restaurants that can be found at Union South, they serve as great places for college students to work part time. I've eaten every restaurant they Union has to offer.
The Ginger Root which is an American version of Asian inspired food ( fried rice, egg rolls, curry, etc). Food is not bad. For what you pay, you really can't complain too much about it not being top notch.
Then there is Urban Slice which is a pizza joint. Very cool looking restaurant. Slices are good sizes and are about $2.50 per slice.
You have the convenience store, Badger Market, which sales typical products that you'd find at a gas station.
Peet's Coffee is a café that sales coffee, teas, pastries and other typical café food and drinks. Love that they have a fire place!
Harvest Grains is a sandwich eatery. Sandwiches are better than what I would have expecting them to be. This is also the most diet friendly restaurant
Of course, there is the Daily Scoop, scooping out the variety of ice cream flavors. Expect long lines suring the summer months!
Lastly, is The Sett. A simple burger and beer grille. I really like their fries though I try to not get them. They are very greasy. They have this HUGE screen where they show sports and movies. There is also a stage. You can rent out the space if you want to host a talent show. I must say, because the room echo's a lot, I am not sure if this is actually a good place to host these kinds of events. Sounds carries too much.
So much has improved here over the last 2 years. Better computers, more seating area's, chargers for electronics and so on. You can also book campus tour here at the Information Desk
If you're in the area, Union South is a great place to bring the kids and family. Parking lot is horrible. Far too small. If you have an SUV, you will have a difficult time parking in their garage. Someone tore off my mirror because they tried to squeeze in a parking space next to me. Plus, you have these large cement beams that takes up too much space between parks. I would recommend parking at Lot 17 unless you park at the Union earlier in the morning. You will have the best access to the better parking spaces. Early bird catches the worm.
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