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The Old Fashioned

The Old Fashioned
23 N. Pinckney Street
Madison, WI 53703
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“Old Fashioned has taste of authenticity” onwisconsin.com / Journal Sentinel
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#9 of 418 restaurants in Madison
  • Cuisines: American
  • Recommended For: Local cuisine
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“I had the mac and...”
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 2, 2008

I had the mac and cheese, it was slightly a little cheesy, but still delicious. Very busy, and they don't take reservations. more

“Great burger, other...”
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Oct 16, 2008

Great burger, other sandwiches mediocre. Cheap beer specials and often hard to find a seat for good reason. more

“pure Madison cuisine”
5 of 5 stars
xcduke
xcduke
Sep 19, 2008

If you want the true flavor of Madison this the place to go. The best sandwhiches and beer available. If I have out of town guests this is where I take them for the perfect Madison dinner. more

“It's truth in...”
3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 26, 2008

It's truth in advertising. Things were too heavy and brandy manhattany for my tastes. Kids loved it. more

“great chicken sandwich...”
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 25, 2008

great chicken sandwich and the best mac & cheese you will ever taste more

“I may be a bit biased...”
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 24, 2008

I may be a bit biased, but the Beer Cheese Soup (served on Mondays) is the most delicious food item ever. Plus it comes with popcorn on top. Word. more

“Fun atmosphere on the...”
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 24, 2008

Fun atmosphere on the Square - great Old Fashioneds - and really good Wisconsin inspired food. more

“My favorite restaurant in downtown Madison... so far”
5 of 5 stars
aymazing
Portland, OR
Jul 21, 2008

I had dinner at the Old Fashioned on 2 separate trips to Madison. The first was solo, the second was with 5 friends on the same business trip. Although the Old Fashioned was very busy both times, I felt service was very good. The food was delicious (ordered Mac n Cheese w/ bologna both times), and the signature drink was... more

“Awesome burgers and so...”
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 21, 2008

Awesome burgers and so much more. more

“Friday fish fry...yum!”
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 8, 2008

Friday fish fry...yum! more

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23 N. Pinckney Street, Madison, WI 53703
Tel: 608-310-4545 Fax: 608-310-4110
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.