Best Family Restaurants in Madison

"Ha Long Bay is a favorite haunt for locals who love Asian cuisine because of its delicious food, huge menu, and great value for money. It specializes in authentic Vietnamese, Thai, and Laotian dishes. You can opt for familiar Asian fare such as spring rolls, Thai fried rice, seafood tom yum, and Vietnamese beef pho, or try something unique such as the Vietnamese crepe, drunken noodles, roast duck curry, or crispy rice with pork sausage."

"Cheerful and cozy Himal Chuli serves up homemade Nepali fare, including momos (dumplings), quati (winter bean soup) and lots of vegetarian dishes. Beer and wine are available."

"Is there ANYthing better than a hot cup of dahl and a warm seat in Himal Chuli after a cold, blustery walk on State St???. It is the best dahl…"

"As we navigate the evolving impact of coronavirus on our communities, we are temporarily closing our dining room seating to help limit person-to-person contact. Some of our restaurants may only offer service through our drive-thrus, while others may be able to offer takeout, delivery or mobile or..."

"The Washburn Observatory is an astronomical observatory located at 1401 Observatory Drive on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus in Madison, Wisconsin, United States."

"The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art’s glass-faced building attracts countless sets of eyes on the corner of State and North Henry, and is known around town for not only its impressive collection of art, but for its rooftop restaurant Fresco. Fine dining aside, MMoCA’s collection of modern art has grown over the years to include art from the 20th and 21st centurie —  a perfect spot for art lovers more fine-tuned to contemporary work. In addition to its own collections, MMoCA takes great pride in its exhibitions, including a rooftop sculpture garden."

"Art has been used throughout human existence in order to express that which cannot be easily put into words. Places like the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art show the never-ending importance of creating and discussing art. Coming here is one of the best things to do in Madison, Wisconsin, as it can thrill your mind with how much great work there is to take in."

"Museum of Contemporary Art, Madison, WI|© Franco Folini / Flickr. The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art (MMoCA) is easy to spot on State Street with its triangular glass façade. The museum comprises four galleries, including one specially equipped for film or sound-based artwork."

"Exhibit at Wisconsin Veterans Museum|© kenneth casper / Flickr. The Wisconsin Veterans Museum has been sharing the stories of the state’s military veterans for over 100 years. From the Civil War to present day, the museum chronicles the history of the brave men and women from Wisconsin who fought for their country."

"The Wisconsin Veterans Museum, established in 1901, has two galleries dedicated to the Wisconsin veterans who served in the military from the time of the American Civil War to the present."

"If it’s a lighter and sweeter refreshing treat that you crave, check out Forever Yogurt for the best frozen yogurt flavors out there. Seriously, they have pumpkin pie, turtle caramel, cake batter, campfire marshmallow, cinnamon cookie, Dutch chocolate, marshmallow, praline and pistachio."

"Teddywedgers has long been a Madison institution, but new owners’ siblings Anthony Rineer and Karima Berkani have given it a fresh, slightly hipper feel while still serving the same delicious pasties. Located at the top of State Street, the little eatery offers traditional pasties, including steak and potatoes and onions, chicken pot pie and the Big Cheesy, as well as delicious breakfast pasties like the bacon, cheese and egg pasty. Sip on frothy cappuccinos, lattes and a range of sodas with your meal."

"Located at the top of State Street, the place has a traditional way of cooking and serves some yummiest pastry of the city. Plates of simple and tasty food which contain steak, potatoes, onion along with juicy chicken pot pie with lots of cheese on top of it. Egg pastry, chess pastry, bacon etc are on the top menu of the bakery shop."

"There are a few places on this list that are iconic to Madison, and Teddywedgers is one of these places. First opened in 1976, Teddywedgers has stood kitty corner to the State Capitol Building as a Madison staple for almost 50 years. There’s only one item on the menu: pasties, pasties and more pasties."