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Madison, WI
food
Marigold Kitchen
The go-to place for breakfast. The farm-to-table kitchen serves classics throughout the day, but their breakfast is famous.
Mental Floss The Best Breakfast Spot in All 50 States
Madison Magazine 2015 Gold medal winner "Best Breakfast
Madison Magazine 2014 Gold medal winner "Best Breakfast"
118 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
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bar
Alchemy
Laid-back tavern offering gourmet pub grub, rotating tap beers and live music most nights. Popular menu items include the stuffed grilled cheese and wasabi green beans. Bring paper as this bar is cash only.
1980 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA
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Greenbush Bakery
Family-owned, kosher bakery since 1996 with late hours & lots of inventive donut flavors & fillings.
1305 Regent St, Madison, WI 53715, USA
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outdoors
Governor Dodge State Park
More than 5,000 scenic acres of hills, bluffs, and valleys, lakes and a waterfall, make this park a favorite for outdoor lovers and adventure seekers.
Governor Dodge State Park, 4175 Wisconsin 23, Dodgeville, WI 53533, USA
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Heritage Tavern
Farm-to-table cuisine in a classic, welcoming atmosphere. Dishes range from the familiar to elaborate. Everything from sandwiches to lobster. Chef Dan Fox has been awarded and nominated best chef by Madison Magazine multiple years in a row and was a James Beard Award Foundation 2017 semi-finalist for Best Chef in the Midwest.
131 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
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Natt Spil
Hidden, cash-only haunt offering global small plates, cocktails & beer in an intimate space.
211 King St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
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landmark
Memorial Union Terrace
The Memorial Union is located on the shore of Lake Mendota on the campus of the University of Wisconsin–Madison in Madison, Wisconsin. On the lakeshore to the north of the building is the Terrace, a popular outdoor space overlooking Lake Mendota. It has gained a reputation as one of the most beautiful student centers on a university campus.
800 Langdon St, Madison, WI 53706, USA
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shopping
Strictly Discs
Music store in Madison, Wisconsin
1900 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711, USA
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landmark
Gates of Heaven Synagogue
Shaarei Shamayim has been the name of two Jewish congregations in Madison, Wisconsin. The first, dating to the 19th century but no longer in existence, built what is now the eighth-oldest synagogue building still standing in the United States.
Gates of Heaven, 302 E Gorham St, Madison, WI 53706, USA
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venue
High Noon Saloon
Large rustic venue offering nightly live music in a variety of genres plus beer & pizza slices.
701 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, USA
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bar
Gib’s
Inventive craft cocktails & unique snacks offered in a snug 2-story house with vintage decor.
1380 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
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Forequarter
Trendy bar/restaurant featuring daily seasonal menus & a long list of classic & craft cocktails.
708 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
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Tip Top Tavern
Cozy hangout with a vintage feel dishing up traditional eats such as grilled cheese & burgers.
601 North St, Madison, WI 53704, USA
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outdoors
Devil’s Lake State Park
Devil's Lake State Park is a state park located in the Baraboo Range in eastern Sauk County, just south of Baraboo, Wisconsin. Devil's Lake State Park is the biggest state park in Wisconsin.
Devil's Lake State Park, S5975 Park Rd, Baraboo, WI 53913, USA
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