Mr. Brew's Taphouse - Madison

The burgers were amazing, and the onion rings were just perfect. Our service was excellent—our server had a great understanding of flavor profiles. They assisted us in selecting the right beer and food to match our tastes, and I really appreciated the opportunity to sample before committing to a choice! Their recommendations for me were absolutely perfect. I’ll definitely return every time I’m in Madtown. Price per person: $30–50.

The food was fantastic! I would rate it a perfect 5 for food, service, and atmosphere. I highly recommend trying the burgers and cheese curds!

With over 50 craft beers on tap, this place offers an impressive selection. The happy hour runs from 3 to 6, making it a great time to stop by. The staff is friendly, and the establishment is clean and convenient, with quick kitchen service. The burgers and fries are fantastic. Why settle for McDonald's when you can enjoy a better burger and a beer for the same price?

On the downside, the service left much to be desired. Our waitress was somewhat rude, took quite a while to bring us the menus, and there were just awkward vibes throughout our visit. After each time she came to our table, she lingered too long just staring at us, which made the atmosphere uncomfortable. The music was excessively loud; I couldn't hear my husband speaking, even though he was less than a foot away. We arrived when it was practically empty, so it wasn’t just the crowd contributing to the noise. I can only imagine how awful it would be if it were busy. Overall, I really didn't enjoy my experience there, but the food was so good—aside from a few overpriced items—that I gave it three stars. I will likely order from them again, but next time, I’ll opt for takeout. Being in the restaurant just felt off.

The restaurant tends to close early, and at times even earlier than usual due to staff shortages. They do offer an excellent selection of beers, but the food is rather average. Pricing ranges from $10 to $20 per person. Ratings: Food – 4, Service – 2, Atmosphere – 4.