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Mickey's Tavern
Categories: Nightlife Bars Pubs Restaurants American (New) Pubs, American (New) [Edit]
1524 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
(608) 251-9964
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 11:30 am - 2 am
Fri 11:30 am - 2:30 am
Sat 9 am - 2:30 am
Sun 9 am - 2 am
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- No
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Price Range:
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$
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Late Night, Lunch, Dinner
- Music:
- Live, Juke Box
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Loud
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Hipster
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
60 reviews for Mickey's Tavern
Review Highlights
"You have to try the sexy fries."
(in 11 reviews)
"...and cheese and my wife loved the World's Greatest Sandwich."
(in 5 reviews)
"The bloody mary had the perfect amount of spice and a great..."
(in 5 reviews)
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60 reviews in English
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Review from Eric T.
Madison, WI
Mickey's is really the only place in town that feels right anymore. There's nothing pretentious or phony about it, it's a neighborhood bar that is honest to the core. All the old fixtures remain, augmented by the wacky, thrift-store additions of the owner. Different times bring in different crowds. There are regulars at happy hour, a young, hipper crowd that pushes in during music shows, families and couples at brunch....
Mickey's recently started serving food and it's as good of bar food as you'll find. Skip the fancy restaurant and sample the menu here. It's good, locally sourced, lovingly prepared food that can be hearty or delicate - whatever strikes your fancy.
It's Mickey's. You'll love it.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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2/23/2010
Mickey's is great. A dive bar full of locals, you'll often see the same character sitting at the… Read more »
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Review from Nev D.
Madison, WI
11/22/2011
Having lived across the street from this place for years, it became the go-to watering hole. For that, I'm sure I'm biased, but it's still my favorite bar in Madison.
$2.50 rails. Enough said. And for a mere $6, there is the Holy pink pint-glass called the Tranquila. It's grapefruit, Chambord, tequila and delicious.
The bar has pretty much been untouched since the 60's and is divey but not grimey. The owner, Jane, has a knack for kitschy decorating and the back rooms are colorful and cozy. The back patio is great in the summer and is usually crowded.
I can't say I'm a huge fan of the food. You're getting what you pay for, and it's nothing special in my book. People rave about the sexy fries, but I think they're just glorified soggy potato chips.
The crowd is mostly 30-40 year old hipsters, but the music is always old and good, and the live shows usually draw in an eclectic and noisy bunch. -
Review from Amber M.
Chicago, IL
8/26/2011
The décor is very 1960s bar in your basement, laid back and enjoyable. The wait staff was some of the best I've encountered in a long time--not too much hovering, but their when you wanted them.
Their sexy fries were delicious, could have used a bit more parmesan but I think that is a personal preference. The rest of the food was solid. We had a steak salad and the Greatest Sandwich Ever (as it is so labeled), as my husband said of the sandwich "I don't think it's the greatest ever, but its pretty damn good." -
Review from Lisa S.
Ashburn, VA
1/30/2012
Tied with Tattooed Moms in Philly for the best bar ever award! Just go... you won't be disappointed, and you won't need alot of money, either. Have some great bar food (the sexy fries will actually make you sexier..), free wi-fi (Spike!), cheap happy hour drinks, and if you're a smoker you can light up at the adorable patio seating area outside (umbrellas!)...and remember to tip the staff well, they deserve it for always being friendly and unique.. it is a cash only establishment, so leave your plastic at home...Oh Madison how I miss you....= ^ {
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Review from Bobb S.
Madison, WI
1/25/2012
One of my favorite watering holes in Madison. Has got to have one of the most eclectic set of patrons I have seen. Hipsters, homeless, emos, conservatives (me), and queer, it is a great mix. Drinks are hella strong and have some great nightly specials. I also think their food is great for a bar. It doesn't try to be anything it is not...It doesn't have to as it is that cool.
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Review from Michael B.
Port Chester, NY
8/14/2011
Was in town for one night only, wanted to check out some local music. Based on a review in the Onion, chose this place, very wisely.
Cool, divey neighborhood bar with a lively but relaxed crowd, attentive bartenders, and a good beer selection. Didn't get to sample the food, but suspected that it was very good by the feel of the place and the specials on the chalkboard near the bar, and it looks like that's the case based on the reviews below. The stage was near the front entrance, and there was surprisingly good sound and clear vocals given the set up. It was busy but not so jammed that it was difficult to move around.
Good show, Mickey's. -
Review from Sarah Z.
Atlanta, GA
8/10/2011
I love Mickey's in the morning and in the afternoon, especially in the evening on the patio underneath the moon.
Lived in this neighborhood for about a year, and Mickey's was by far my favorite place to hang out. The weekend brunch is decidedly solid, especially given their awesome breakfast potatoes. My husband and I would most often share the scramble du jour and the special breakfast sandwich-consistently rotating and consistently good. I especially liked the specials featuring pulled pork. I only ate dinner here once, but the pulled pork burrito I had that night was delicious.
I would be remiss not to mention the best feature of brunch: the rocking Bloody Mary with a beer back. The Bloody Mary is hearty and spicy, and the beer helps to neutralize the bite and provides a clean finish. The pairing is so natural and the Bloody so good that Bloody Mary's at other establishments suffer by comparison. Don't try it unless you're ready to set a new bar for Bloody Mary consumption (and spend the afternoon in a blissful state of buzzed slumber). -
Review from Melanie S.
Chicago, IL
12/30/2010
My kind of place.
*casual vibe; laid-back clientele
*great selection of beers, (not surprisingly, very Wisconsin-centric)
*jukebox, with a wide variety of tunes
*nice crowd (but not too crowded)
*delicious looking food (we just had dinner so we didn't eat, but others seemed to be enjoying it)
*friendly bartenders
*comfortable bar stools (a much-appreciated detail; I have a bony ass)
Mickey's is just the kind of place where you could spend an evening and not feel the need to go anywhere else. We did just that.Listed in: Mad for Madison
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Review from Holly D.
Madison, WI
4/18/2011 4 Check-ins Here
my friends have always been big fans of Mickeys and since I've moved closer, I frequent it much more often.
I like the atmosphere a lot, anyone can feel welcome here from 70 yr old biker dudes to sorority girls, you'll find them all at Mickeys. And I live how it feels like youre at a house party, with all of the cozy couches and little books.
The prices are in line with what you'll find around Madison ($6 so co old fashion, $4 ale asylum beer) and they have standard bar food.
Fun place, me likey. -
Review from Timmy T.
Fountain Valley, CA
5/15/2011
A great bar that manages to cater to multiple kinds of patrons----from college students to family diners to the local drunks. Good beer garden in the summer, nice dive-y front area for people watching, great surprisingly quiet 'pool room' that feels more like a 1960s den.
The pizza is great, very thin and I'm surprised to say that it's probably one of the five best pizzas in Madison. Their mac and cheese is enormous, rich, greasy, and decadent. It's good, but could probably use an acid to cut the grease, and something like bacon to add texture and smoke to the cheese. 'Sexy fries' were about as sordid as Estelle Getty, but did the job of tasting like fresh-made potato chips and were good for sharing. -
Review from Natalie R.
St Paul, MN
6/6/2011
On a Friday night:
Cute, fun, cozy. The bar was pretty busy and so kind of slow. A band was getting ready to play and there were a few obnoxious microphone screeches. We played pool, and there were plenty of places to sit around the table. The drinks were strong enough for me! Love that they kept it homey and house-like. -
Review from Amy B.
Madison, WI
2/1/2011 1 Check-in Here
I Love the decor and the original charm kept when converting the house into a bar. The little rooms in the back with the old couches and furniture are great for hanging out with a small group of people.
The food is fun, with a name like "sexy fries", who wouldn't be tempted? It isn't gourmet by any means, but for casual hippie/hipster-area bar its perfect.
Willy Street is of course, a great location, with lots of other bars and restaurants a hop, skip, and a jump away; and the people who hang out or live around the area are great.
If I lived a little closer, Mickey's would be a main hangout. -
Review from Stacey L.
Madison, WI
1/29/2011
I love Mickey's. I love that it's a converted old house, with the back rooms still looking as such with bright paint and comfy couches. There's a pool table in back, and the bar area also serves as concert space. In the warmer months their huge patio is perfect for a nice night chatting with friends.
The drinks run strong (last night we couldn't taste the difference between the whiskey ginger and whiskey Sprites we ordered) and the beer is cold. Sometimes the bartenders can be a little gruff (though never rude or mean), but that's half the fun.
Bonus points for supposedly being haunted by a guy who got knifed. No old building is complete without a good ghost story. -
Review from Spike S.
Madison, WI
12/22/2010
Great bar. Great food. Good selection of beer - on tap and bottled. I like having lunch in the outdoor seating area on a nice sunny day and I've seen many great musical performances in the bar at night. My only complaints are that the "stage" area can get quite cramped and that second-hand smoke can be annoying when dining outside.
The bartenders at Mickey's range from exceptionally good to really crappy. Please don't write the bar off if you happen to get a crappy one on your first visit. -
Review from Jonathan W.
Chicago, IL
7/7/2011
I used to pass this place every day when I headed to school. I started going there right after college around 2000. It was still a little rough around the edges as in it catered to both hipsters and the local scumbags. Now it is full on yupster / stroller contingent. Now there's always a marginal band that's always too loud. Still like it though as it will always be home.
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Review from S K.
Chicago, IL
8/30/2011
Stopped here on our way through Madison to canoe up north at the recommendation of other yelpers. If I lived closer, I would be a regular. This place is nostalgic and comfortable. The bartender (might be an owner) was super nice and makes a mean bloody! Sexy fries aren't just pretty - they have a little complexity from the truffle oil and the parmesan. The burger and reuben were both solid and the wedge salad was fresh! The skill of the kitchen folks comes through here...a step above bar food. Next time I am heading North, I will be stopping at Mickey's and maybe we can stay longer this time....
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Review from Leanna T.
Madison, WI
6/12/2010
If pressed, I'd have to say that Mickey's is my favorite bar in Madison, which, as you know, is a town full of great bars. I come to Mickey's for three reasons, in ascending order of awesomeness-of-experience: typical bar-going; my Wednesday knitting group; and their weekend brunch.
Mickey's as a bar is fun and homey. It's a collection of different rooms, plus an outdoor patio, which on summer evenings is a divine place to have a beer with friends. The beer selection itself isn't huge, but it's definitely more than adequate. The bartenders are friendly and don't play favorites. There's lots of seating and standing room. The crowd is local, pleasant, and hip, but not too hip -- the "swivel factor" is pretty low here. And they host cool stuff like April '10's Karaoke Underground, which was one of the funnest nights of my life!
Mickey's has been incredibly accommodating to our fairly rowdy, 10- to 20-person knitting group as well; while they couldn't reserve a space for us for our Wednesday evening meetings (we generally gather from 5-ish to 9-ish), the back room is usually available, and the wait staff is always gracious as we clamor for booze, soda and food. They're responsive to our requests and frequently check on us. Jane herself even dropped by once to welcome us!
But my favorite reason to come to Mickey's is their weekend brunch, which I adore so much that my boyf and I have made it a Saturday-morning ritual. The World's Greatest Sandwich (a BLT with a fried egg and Swiss cheese) is, indeed, the world's greatest sandwich, and their bloodies are always topped with a delicious assortment of pickled vegetables (my favorite is the Brussels sprout). The coffee is serve-yourself (yes!!) and FREE (YES!!!!). The waiters and bartenders are very sweet and always smile politely when I give them my Sally Albright-style sandwich specifications. The food in general is actually really good -- everything I've tried has been tasty -- although, as a creature of habit, I do tend to stick to the WSG.
So, Mickey's is really more than just a bar -- it's a restaurant, a meeting place, and the kind of cozy, quirky establishment that makes me thank my lucky stars I live in the Wil-Mar neighborhood. -
Review from Katy B.
Madison, WI
1/5/2011
As everyone else has already said, the atmosphere in Mickey's is great. All of the different rooms allow for a certain element of privacy, but there is also a friendly, neighborhood-y vibe.
I got lunch there with some friends the other day, and had the "World's Greatest Sandwich," which has 1 fried egg (over easy), bacon, cheese, lettuce, and tomato. For me, it would have been "greater" with 2 eggs and riper/more flavorful tomatoes. That said, the egg was cooked perfectly, and the bacon was nice and crispy. Also got a bloody mary, which was OK, though not great (didn't quite have that zing, you know?), though it came with a beer chaser, which is always appreciated. -
Review from Craig R.
Madison, WI
2/13/2011
First time to Mickey's and I wasn't much impressed. As other reviewers have stated, both the quality and service are inconsistent. I guess we got a bad night. My companion ordered a dry vodka martini, up, with a twist. Waitress wasn't sure they could do a twist (really?). Martini glass arrives with olives in it and as the waitress pours the martini out of the shaker, she says, "that doesn't look right." It was in fact, discolored. The bartender had used *sweet* vermouth. Yes, some real competence there.
Our party had to ask twice for water, and my second beer was never delivered. Our sandwiches were good, but the fries were nothing more than glorified chips. The $1 upcharge for the sexy version (with white truffle oil and parmesan) wasn't worth it.
I'm sure the regulars like the place, but I'd stick with beer next time. -
Review from J. L.
Madison, WI
9/13/2011
The decor is cool, the food and drinks, OK, the patio lovely. My only problem is the inattentive service on more than one visit. I chalk it up to my lack of hipness.
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Review from Dan F.
Chicago, IL
7/5/2009
Damn it.
I like this place, don't get me wrong. I just feel a little out of place. From what I understand, they only recently started serving food.
The food I got kind of sucked. It's just that whenever I hear a server say "pork burrito," I just can't friggin' resist. So when our tattooed, pierced server told us of such a special, I had to do it. In retrospect I should have gotten the sandwich that had a fried egg on it, and bacon.
The vibe is great, one of the oldest bars in Madison. They've clearly expanded their space, branching out to all of the small rooms adjacent to the bar, adding pool tables and kitschy couches, lamps, etc.
They've also opened up a nice little patio. Even if it is clouded thickly with cigarette smoke. It was here where I had the "sexy" fries and the pork burrito (I should have known better). Maybe it's because I'm such a taqueria snob, but the flavors really weren't layered. I later thought of it as more of a pork stew burrito. Blech.
What's the deal with smoking anyway? Is it cool again? There's something cathartic I guess about sitting down, drinking a few beers with your cigarettes placed within reach. Oral fixation, plus a coolness factor that can't be denied. Something to do with your hands and mouth that make you look complicated, without having to say a damn thing.
Well, all it does for me is sting my eyes and make my pork stew burrito taste...marginally better.
After a couple glasses of beer, I listened intently as all the smokers compared the shapes of their noses and told Michael Jackson jokes, you know, the ones that refer to him as a pedophile.
Whatever, I'd go back , but only if I had a full pack of p-funks and a bohemian sheik goddess bride, adorned with tattoos and nose rings.
Such is the near East side of Madison, or so I've been told. Where the old hippies and the new hipsters hang out, to see, and be seen. To smoke, to eat sexy fries and egg sandwiches, and tell bad jokes. Really bad jokes. -
Review from Scott J.
Eden Prairie, MN
Nice beer selection, killer garlic fries/chips, super cool old building, and small. If I lived in this neighborhood, Mickey's would be my go-to watering hole.
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Review from Molly O.
8/30/2009 2 Check-ins Here
I hadn't been back to Mickey's since the smoking ban (yeah, it's been awhile)... and it's glorious. And I just went for breakfast. This adorable dive is even habitable during the daylight hours.
Sweet servers, a delicious eggs benny sandwich with sauteed spinach and mushrooms, ham and bacon both (YUM), and myself and my boyfriend happy and full for $15. Booyah. Oh Mickey's, when I am back, I will visit and visit often. Those bloody's looked marvelous...Listed in: Madison, My Homeland
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Review from Angela H.
Madison, WI
Great little bar. Been here a few times for evening festivities, and went today for the first time for lunch with my husband. He got the Mac & Cheese, which he said was just a little bit too cheesy, but still VERY good, just can't eat a lot of it at once. I got the reuben with "sexy" fries. Not a huge fan of the fries, but I can see how someone might find them delicious. I just didn't care for the white truffle sauce they were tossed in. Tasted a bit too mushroomy to me. Still a 5 star review though, because the staff is always wonderful, the building is quaint and cozy, and my sandwich was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be back, just probably won't order the "sexy" fries again... ;)
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Review from jamie k.
Chicago, IL
7/6/2007 2 photos
This place is very cool.
Being from Chicago, the best comparison is "Danny's"
The best part are all the little rooms coming off of the main bar room that are painted in all kinds of funky colors with lots of interesting furnishings.
My husband and I had fun taking portraits in each room.
The outdoor beer garden is super pleasant and they make a good
vodka gimlet.
minus one star for the dumb ATM that ate my money...booo..
beware. -
Review from Luther Z.
Madison, WI
11/1/2009
Kick arse brunch
Kick arse bloody
Kick arse coffee
Kick arse service
Kick arse atmosphere
Only suggestion is that they carry a small selection of single malt whiskeys (Laphroaig, Caol Ila, Talisker, Glenlivet, etc). -
Review from Seth M.
Madison, WI
9/16/2009
Well, its a house converted into a tavern. So the seating arrangements can sometimes be tricky; BUT if you can get a group of people together and grab one of the rooms with couches I guarantee you'll have a terrific evening!
The prices are reasonable and the drink specials are ok, they sometimes have live music which makes for a good time!! -
Review from Daniella M.
Madison, WI
12/21/2010
I really enjoy Mickeys. And now with brunch on the weekends I really love it. Great scrambles. Try the tranquilla. Super tasty and good for a drink before noon.
Listed in: Best Bars
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Review from Kate S.
Chicago, IL
1/5/2010 2 photos
I recently went to Mickey's Tavern for brunch after Mickey's Dairy Bar was closed. What a great place! When I walked in I thought it was really small, but then my friend led our group to the back rooms. The atmosphere and layout were so cool. It felt like I was in someone's living room just hanging out and eating breakfast.
The food was great, too. The bloody mary had the perfect amount of spice and a great variety of vegetables to top it off. The waitress was even kind enough to bring me more olives. My boyfriend, friend and I all ordered the eggs any style with toast and breakfast potatoes with a side of bacon. Everything was great. My other friend ordered the vegetarian scrambler which looked pretty tasty.
Very satisfied with my experience and would love to go back. -
Review from Billy D.
9/27/2009 3 Check-ins Here
I love this place. It is literally a house half-converted to a bar. Pretty low key place to stop. I am going to make a regular visit when I am in the Willy St area.
Also has a nice outdoor patio... so get there while the weather is still tolerable. -
Review from Mio S.
Madison, WI
2/7/2008
Mickey's Tavern is a "nice" place. They have nice bartenders and really cozy atmosphere, so if you are in the casual mood, this is a good place to come with friends and talk. I'm not sure if this would be a party scene. Summer months seem to have more fun as the outside seating area open up.
*Updates*
I had the chance to sit outside and enjoy a very fine evening with friends. We ordered "Sexy fry", which supposedly is a french fry with truffle oil. It was SO good especially on a empty stomach after a softball game. It was a perfect accompaniment to beer and good time. -
Review from Kelly R.
Middleton, WI
Updated - 9/20/2009
Joined a few friends here for Sunday brunch, but none of us realized that they don't open until 10(a bit late, in my opinion) though...so we were stuck loitering for a half hour outside..
Thankfully, it was nice out, so when we were let in, we decided to go right back outside--onto the back patio. There are quite a few tables outside, several large enough for 6-8 people.
Two of us decided that bloody mary's were a must, and I was pleased. They came topped with an array of veggies, but the drink itself was a bit mild for my taste. I meant to ask for extra spice...but forgot.
I tried the World's Greatest Sandwich, which was basically a BLT with an egg. Good, but not great. Certainly not the World's Greatest. The slaw that came on the side was a nice touch, though. It was tangy and not mayo-laden. The scrambles looked yummy, too.
Our server was friendly and competent, which is always a plus. So, all in all, Mickey's is a good Sunday brunch for late risers who enjoy outdoor dining!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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8/31/2008
Mickey's is...interesting. I dig all the different rooms, which make for nice places to get away and… Read more »
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Review from Heather T.
Champaign, IL
6/27/2008
I really love their outdoor patio. It is a great place to chill and have a beer in the summertime--and Mickey's really does have oh-so-many tasty microbrews on tap!
I love the concept of the indoor bar, as well. It's a converted house with each room painted a different color. My favorite is the reddish-room just off of the main bar area.
I just tried the food last night. I had a "Mickey's Burger," which was good, but I've had better. I was super excited to try the "Sexy Fries," which are thin slices of potatoes with truffle oil and parmesan. Really, they weren't that great. They might have been if the potatoes had been evenly layered with the oil and parmesan, but only a few slices on the whole stack seemed to have any flavor. I dunno about you, but I don't really like eating plain potatoes. The cheese curds weren't all cooked completely, which was extremely sad because I could see their potential for being phenomenal if they had been. They had a good coating and tasty cheese, but it just wasn't melted thoroughly. I'd eat here again, anyway. -
Review from Steve L.
Madison, WI
1/31/2010
Love the vibe, feel, and decor. Bartenders are friendly and fast. Mixed drinks are robust and tasty.
Food is mediocre; I had the "world's greatest sandwich" and thought it was average at best. I've also tried the burgers and the pizza - both are decent but no better than anyone else's.
Beer selection is disappointing. Very limited offerings.
Probably a 2.25-star joint, but the vibe and stellar service bump it to a 3.
Summary:
Service = 4.5 stars (great bartenders)
Food = 2.75 stars (average; not bad - just not great)
Value = 4 stars (reasonably priced drinks)
Misc = 3 stars (awesome vibe; limited beer selection) -
Review from Zie D.
Madison, WI
4/16/2010
After a knitting group I attend had a really unpleasant experience in our last location, Mickey's has been our new, amazing home. In addition to the awesome atmosphere, excellent service, and scrumptious food, they've gone out of their way to welcome us, even once baking us our own cake and having Jane herself come to tell us to make ourselves at home.
Mickey's is simply one of my favorite places in Madison, period. -
Review from Tim B.
Verona, WI
9/8/2008
I've been converted. Mickey's is a GREAT place to hang out on the east side... probably the best place to just chill. Gentlemen, you're odds of picking up a gal are certainly better elsewhere, but that's not why you would come here anyway. Right?
I'll admit, the musicians they book can be hit or miss, but all in all it's a great joint... even if the service is kinda slow.
I've upgraded Mickey's from 3 stars to 4. I just don't know what was wrong with me before. -
Review from Erin H.
Madison, WI
10/3/2010 3 Check-ins Here
i really, really, really like this place.
today was my first time here, after living in the area for a year and driving past about a bazillion times. so finally we decided to hit it for brunch.
the service was a little slow, and the bloody mary was just ok (but it came with a massive amount of salad, which is always a plus in my book)... however, the food was fan-tas-tic. i had a wisconsin peasant sandwich, which had scrambled eggs, feta, spinach, tomatoes and pesto on grilled bread. YUM. my bf had the mickey burger and loved the fact that someone had the idea to put giardiniera on a burger.
i like the fact that the coffee and water is just sitting out on a counter, so if you're thirsty, you can get your ass up and get it yourself. also, the decor is really cool, colorful vintage stuff, which certainly doesn't hurt. there's pool in the back and a few different seating areas.
we'll definitely be frequenting mickey's again soon. -
Review from Kristin D.
Madison, WI
6/8/2011
Best pulled pork in town! You have to try the sexy fries...and do it when you can sit on the back patio and have a few drinks. The bartenders are usually crabby but the servers are always awesome!
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Review from Ben B.
Chicago, IL
11/20/2007
Mickey's is chalked full of old-school vibe and hometown personality, without being excessively hippie or hipster. Each room is different, one a living room with red walls and mirrors, another with pale green walls and old school photographs.
Tasty and cheap define the drinks, with 6 dollar pitchers of Newcastle-type ales or Old Style, depending on your tastes.
The crowd is neighborhoodish, folk-alt-country groups often play on the weekends, and don't forget about the small pool table and darts.
Mickey's is a must-experience for Madisonians and visitors who tire of the increasing blandness of the State Street scene. -
Review from Elliot E.
San Francisco, CA
12/3/2007
I love this place. It's a neighborhood bar that's hip and trendy without trying. The patio is a smokers paradise, in summer anyway. They just added food and the sexy frites are pretty awesome. I had the "Greatest Sandwich in the World," as they call it. I've had better sandwiches, but that wouldn't stop me from recommending it. They've got a nice game room, a nice sitting room full of mirrors. Another one of the bars that gives you a couple settings which allows you to get the right feeling. They also have a lot of cool live bands there so that adds a little liveliness.
The lady who owns Lazy Jane's Cafe owns this place, so she knows a thing or two running a cool joint. Gotta like Mickeys.
