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| - Don't get me wrong, the atmosphere at Madison's is 5 stars.
I've been here twice - once to watch a football game, the other for drinks and dinner. The crowd appears to be mostly young professional, the bar offers plenty of options, and the decor and TVs combine to create a sophisticated sports bar.
But the food is 2 stars, with some dishes flirting with 3.
Their featured tot dishes are fine. I decided to try the poutine, in this case made with tots rather than the traditional fries. It became apparent to me quite quickly that I don't like cold, non-fried cheese curds. Be advised, Madison's cheese curd appetizer comes with half fried curds and half non-fried. I also believe they use mozzarella, which just doesn't stack up to the cheddar curds.
On the next visit, my party tried the fish tacos, the Friday night special fish, the Mac and Cheese, and the pesto-something sandwich. Eh. The one thing that was awesome: the sweet potato tots.
Bottom line: visit this swanky sports bar for some sweet potato tots, a Wisconsin beer, and a good view of the game. Do not come expecting a food orgasm. You will leave unsatisfied.
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