No doubt, Madison is a unique city with countless places to go on first or forever dates!
Let’s dive into the dating scene and tell you a bit more about the most unique and romantic spots we think are a must try and our top 15!
1. MADISON PUBLIC MARKET:
Although it’s not open yet and we have not been or visited we want to draw attention to this place as this is super exciting for our city! Madison Public Market is a public spot that will highlight our city’s diverse cultures and with the food bringing people together it will be vibrant and a cool spot to check out on a date.
2. LEOPOLD’S & FABIOLA’S:
We love this spot in the heart of the city. Its vibrant, romantic vibe is unique and so are their cocktails and coffee brews. Leopold’s is a bookstore, bar and coffee shop in one and therefore definitely made our list of unique dating spots of Madison. Up for dinner before or after? Check out Fabiola’s next door. Leopold’s and Fabiola’s are actually connected. Fabiola’s offers a romantic setting with Italian cuisine and a cozy bar to get close.
3. LOLA HI/LO LOUNGE:
Lola’s is definitely a unique place for a date and it’s relatively new to Madison. We love this Vinyl bar with its hip atmosphere, fantastic cocktails and shareable plates of pizza, noodles and baskets. A fun fact is that the owner, Lola Otto (87) still bartends every night. Lola’s Hi/Lo Lounge also pays homage to the Jazz Kissa concept and listening bars in Tokyo, where customers listen quietly and attentively to vinyl played on high-fidelity speakers.
4. THE EDGEWATER HOTEL:
The Edgewater Hotel is something very special and we are lucky to have this unique hotel in Madison. You can do just about anything here: A romantic get-away with an overnight, a day at their luxury spa, a date night by an outdoor fire while enjoying a wood-fire pizza, cocktails and ice skating, or a romantic dinner at some of the featuring restaurants this hotel offers. A must-go for any lovers.
5. MINT MARK:
Mint Mark at the near East Side of Madison is on top of our list of places to date. The place is hip, vibrant, and their menu changes with delicious shareable plates that meets every foodie’s pallet. The cocktails are unique and the vibe is definitely romantic with a beautiful lighting throughout the place.
6. GRAZE:
The Graze is unique for its most amazing and breathtaking sweeping views of the State Capitol while you are sitting in a big “glass house” of beautiful but casual dining decor. The bar is extensive and crafts beautiful cocktails. Dining is more casual but definitely not boring.Their signature bites range from cheese curds to a chicken waffle to bibimbap which makes it a fun experience for two.
7. L’ETOILE:
L’etoile means “the star” in French and you might see them while dining here! L’Etoile is a beautiful restaurant with breathtaking views of the Capitol in an elegant setting. This restaurant offers several course meals and if you love to pair every dish with the perfect wine, this place is your go-to as a sommelier is on staff every night. L’Etoile is a place to experience that very special date.
8. TEMPEST:
Champagne and oysters are best enjoyed here, at this beautiful and very unique restaurant. You walk in and see a restored boat, candles and warm romantic atmosphere. A definite dating spot with amazing seafood dishes and expansive wine list and cocktails. Try to get a stool at their bar and share one of their signature seafood towers or snatch up the table in the shell and of course their dining room is elegant and perfect for a special night of conversation.
9. ENO VINO DOWNTOWN:
Eno Vino Downtown is one of Madison’s hot spots to date. Their outside rooftop has breathtaking views in every direction of the Capitol. The plates are shareable and their bar is big and creative. This place is definitely a go-to for wine lovers and it features a big wine cellar made out of glass with wines from all over the world. Unique and top of our list! Don’t miss their “Tango for Two” date special.
10. THE HARVEY HOUSE:
This is fancy, elegant, and so much more! The Harvey House in Madison is a high-end, modern reimagining of a classic Wisconsin supper club, uniquely housed in a renovated historic 1900s train baggage handler’s building. It features a glass-enclosed dining area on a former train platform and a private dining room inside a 1960s train car. Not sure it can get any more unique than this. The atmosphere is chic with a cute bar with an amazing dinner and wine menu that beats every foodie’s imagination. A must-date-to-try!
11. THE MERCHANT:
The Merchant is a perfect date spot to share a conversation over wine, a cocktail and a bite to share. This place is unique in decor and the bar is a beautiful setting. The outside is hip and vibrant in the summer. Later at night, this place turns into a night club, often with a live DJ which makes it super fun and unique in our books.
12. AHAN:
Ahan meaning “food” in Lao is a special spot at the edge of downtown Madison on artsy Willy Street. Their dishes are out of this world and the fragrance you experience the minute you step into this place takes you around half the world. Their cocktails are to die for but so is their sticky rice with mango and custard to finish any of their authentic and beautiful dishes. A culinary experience and definetley a romantic place to share a date.
13. GRANDPA’S AND GIB’S BAR:
Owned by the same family, Gib’s and Grandpa’s go together! It’s a unique place to date – you enjoy a cocktail in a beautifully renovated Victorian villa, then go to dinner next-door and share a bottle of red and a pizza. Their pizzas are unique like no other place and their decor and candle light makes for a romantic get-away for a couple of hours as two.
14. SUSHI RED:
Sushi Red is an exciting spot of Madison. Their creations are so unique and beautiful you will have a hard time choosing the roll you like most. People tend to dress up and it’s a downtown place to get one of the best sushi and cocktails. They have a lovely bar and outside space and a newly renovated second more causal floor. Once you step outside, you see the Capitol and it makes a romantic stroll by night after one of the best experiences you will ever have. Sushi Red deserves 10 out of 10 stars for a romantic date spot and sushi lovers.
15. NATTSPIL:
A “hole” in the wall and dark with candles and music from vinyls and live DJ’s. This is our top spot for a late night date with small devious bites to share, unique pizza and noodle dish creations with a vibe that is hard to beat. Bring your reading classes because it is definitely dark and when you get this first kiss it won’t even get noticed. This place is so unique it doesn’t have a website or an outside sign. Right in the heart of downtown and seconds from the Capitol.
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