live music is great more

like tapas best. Some of the entrees seem like a stretch for originality. more

Creative meals, great presentation, above average service. We are sorry that we don't live in Madison and can't frequent this place more often. more

Very good food. needs a fresh menu. more

Great food, but you have to be willing to try some new things. Great atmosphere too! more

Just can't get over the fact this was a funeral home...! more

Magnus is absolutely fantastic in every way. Despite being an old funeral parlor, the interior and decor is wonderful and on the dark/romantic end. The service is fantastic. The owner (also owner of the Weary Traveller and Natt Spill) goes over the specials with each table and treats patrons like lifelong friends. The wait staff knows the menu inside and... more

a local bartender recommended magnus to us, so we decided to check it out. unfortunately, we never dined at magnus. there were just too many options to squeeze into a short weekend in madison, but we did make time for two trips to magnus for late night drinks. we were staying at the hilton in convenient walking distance, so we... more

Great for live Jazz music. Food is good and the bill can add up quick. The greatest down fall is seating during a live venue, particularly if you arrive a little later than usual. I have been lucky. more