10 local restaurants worth a look for Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is second only to Mother's Day in how many Americans eat out in celebration, according to the National Restaurant Association.
"Valentine's Day has historically been very good for restaurants, and this year will undoubtedly be no different," said Kristine Hillmer, president and CEO of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.Â
Maybe you're a planner who made your Feb. 14 dinner reservation weeks ago. Congratulations. Or maybe this headline made you aware that you need a plan, and your favorite restaurant is booked, and so is that new one you've been meaning to try.Â
Porta Bella on Frances Street, arguably the city's most romantic restaurant, is booked from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday. But it's holding five bar tables open for walk-ins. Â
There are plenty of restaurants in Madison that don't take reservations where you can create a memorable night out, particularly if you are willing to go early or late.Â
Here are a few other ideas.Â
Union Corners Brewery
Union Corners Brewery, 2438 Winnebago St. Phone: 608-709-1406. Website: unioncornersbrewery.com
bartaco
bartaco, 464 N. Midvale Blvd. Phone: 608-620-8226. Website: bartaco.com/location/madison
The Globe
The Globe, 309 N. Henry St. Phone: 608-640-4435. Website: thegloberestaurant.business.site
Graze
Graze, 1 S Pinckney St. Phone: 608-251-2700. Website: grazemadison.com
Mint Mark
Mint Mark, 1929 Winnebago St. Phone: 608-285-5096. Website: mintmarkmadison.com
HungryBadger Cafe
HungryBadger Cafe, above IT'SUGAR at 540 State St. Phone: 608-501-1468. Website: hungrybadgercafe.com
North and South Seafood and Smokehouse
North and South Seafood and Smokehouse, 6604 Mineral Point Road. Phone: 608-829-0093. Website: eatnorthandsouth.com
Ha Long Bay
Ha Long Bay, 1353 Williamson St. Phone: 608-255-2868. Website: halongbaymadison.com
Alchemy
Alchemy, 1980 Atwood Ave. Phone: 608-204-7644. Website: alchemymadison.com
Brasserie V
Brasserie V, 1923 Monroe St. Phone:Â 255-8500. Website:Â brasseriev.com
Samara Kalk Derby | Wisconsin State Journal
Wisconsin State Journal feature writer Samara Kalk Derby writes about the arts and brings you the latest news on the Madison area's eclectic restaurant scene. She can be reached at skalk@madison.com or 608-252-6439.
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