Grab a Bite, Stay Awhile

Eat, Drink & Stay

Munches, Brunches & Booze

Whether you are looking for a homestyle breakfast to fuel your day, or a nightcap to add the cherry on top of an epic adventure, Monona offers options that are sure to impress even the pickiest foodies.

We invite you to check out some of the best cheese curds in Wisconsin, find your new favorite cup of joe at one of our local coffee shops, or sink your teeth into one of our famous Wisconsin fish fries. Oh yeah, did we mention cheese curds? Enough said!

Explore a full list of bars, coffee shops, delis, and restaurants in Monona, WI, to experience the taste of Monona for yourself!

Michael’s Frozen Custard

Local chain serving frozen custard, burgers & hot dogs in an old-school setting

Culver's

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy

McDonald's

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes

Fast casual restaurant known for its burgers, fries, and shakes

Fraboni’s Italian Specialties & Deli

Family-owned Italian deli with indoor & outdoor seating offering subs, entrees, salads & soups.

Ken’s Meats & Deli

Butcher shop offering steaks, sandwiches, and other fare, plus a deli

North Shore Pizza & Subs

Pizzas, subs, and other comfort grub, plus old-school arcade games

Cousins Subs

Sandwich chain specializing in hot & cold subs, plus salads, in a counter-service setting

Jimmy John’s

Counter-serve chain specializing in sub & club sandwiches, plus signature potato chips

Milio’s Sandwiches

Casual, counter-serve sandwich chain featuring subs on a variety of house-baked breads, plus soups

Subway

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options

Buck's Pizza

Since 1960, no-frills thin-crust pizza takeout (1 of 2 in Madison) with online coupons

Rocky Rococo Pan Style Pizza

No-frills, counter-serve chain featuring square, pan-style pies & slices, plus pasta & breadsticks

Falbo Bros Pizzeria

Casual pizzeria chain serving thin-crust, stuffed & deep-dish pies, plus fries, wings & calzones

Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza

Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home

Ian’s Pizza

Casual pizzeria with many slice options and a create-your-own salad bar, plus beer and ice cream

Papa Johns Pizza

Chain pizza restaurant that also serves breadsticks and wings, while offering weekly deals

Salvatore's Tomato Pies

Comfortable pizzeria serving pies with meat and veggie options, plus beer, wine, and cocktails

Taco John's

Fast-food chain featuring Mexican-inspired tacos, burritos, nachos & breakfast fare

Taco Bell

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos

QDOBA Mexican Eats

A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Fast-food chain offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls

Los Perez Supermarket

Supermarket with an authentic taqueria inside, serving burritos, tacos, tortas and more

Hot-n-Spicy

Modest Laotian restaurant in a grocery store serving Asian dishes, including vegetarian options, for lunch and dinner

Noodles and Company

Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac ‘n’ cheese to Pad Thai

Forage Kitchen

Casual spot serving grain bowls, salads, and soups with vegan and vegetarian options for lunch and dinner

Paradise Ice Cream

Family-owned shop offering homemade ice cream in a wide range of flavors including Mexican specialties

Below Deck Concession Stand

Ice cream shop in Grand Crossing Park that carries Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream, a variety of light snacks, and beverages

Monona Bait & Ice Cream Shop

Down-home institution dispensing ice cream desserts, burgers & classic subs, plus live bait

Buck & Honey’s

Family-friendly spot serving dishes including meatloaf and Asian salad, plus happy hours

Breakwater

Sprawling riverside eatery with a boat slip & a full bar, turning out burgers, seafood & steak

Waypoint Public House

Airy, minimalist pub offering craft beer & cocktails, plus a menu of updated American classics

Swad

Casually elegant Indian restaurant featuring a variety of vegetarian options & meat entrees

Mishqui Peruvian Bistro

Casual eatery serving a variety of Peruvian fare including empanadas, lomo saltado, and ceviche

Fratelli's Trattoria

Familiar Italian dishes including popular gnocchi, in a casual setting with a full bar

David's Jamaican Cuisine

Snug, casual Jamaican eatery plating spicy jerk dishes, curries & a lunch buffet plus island beer

Fat Jacks Barbecue

Down-home eatery serving pit-smoked BBQ, with all-you-can-eat specials & a lengthy beer menu

China Star

Casual Chinese restaurant turning out familiar dishes including orange chicken, sesame chicken, and lo mein

World Buffet

Local buffet chain offering Chinese & American eats, plus a Mongolian grill, sushi, wine & beer

La Choza Del Viejo (The Best Chinese Food)

Casual Chinese restaurant serving a selection of comfort food including vegetarian options.

Monona Bakery and Eatery

Counter-serve bakery and cafe with American, Mexican, and Honduran fare, plus a big selection of baked goods

El Gallo Mexican Cuisine

Sit-down mexican restaurant serving everything from homemade salsas to tamales

Silver Eagle Bar & Grill

Burgers, sandwiches & beer served in an energetic sports pub with events & outdoor seating

Tasting Room

Casual cigar shop offering a smoking lounge and a wide variety of spirits, plus a patio

Off Broadway Drafthouse

Rotating craft beers on tap & American eats served in a low-key haunt with reclaimed brick & wood

Toby's Supper Club

Bustling destination for diners seeking simple American fare, cocktails & daily specials

Tully’s II Food & Spirits

Bar & grill offering pub grub, weekend breakfast, pool tables, an enclosed patio & sports TV

The Tiki Bar on Lake Monona

Outdoor bar by a lake offering a variety of drinks, plus food trucks, bands, and lawn games

Tower Inn

Chill, burger-serving bar offering an extensive menu, a large beer selection, and bar games

Buffalo Wild Wings

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews

Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare

Chief’s Tavern

Unfussy tavern with karaoke, a pool table, and bar games, plus live music and cocktails

Delta Beer Lab

Craft brewery in Madison, WI

The WineHouse

Premium full-service bar that offers a unique self-serve wine experience

North Of The Bayou Brewery

Casual restaurant serving Cajun fare & Mardi Gras-themed drinks in French Quarter-style digs

Crema Cafe

Cozy, counter-serve eatery offering up creative, area-sourced American fare for breakfast & lunch

Elie's Cafe

Breakfast-to-dinner eatery serving omelettes, corned beef hash, and more in a kid-friendly setting

Denny's

Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites

PAPAs BBQ

Seasonally-operated food truck located in Ahuska Park that is known for its hot link and brisket

True Coffee Roasters – Cafe

Homey coffee shop preparing a variety of drinks from locally roasted beans, plus bagels & wraps

Dunkin'

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks

Ledger Coffee Roasters

Casual coffeehouse serving carefully roasted beans in small batches, plus live music

Starbucks

Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability

Ancora Cafe + Bakery

Locally owned cafe and bakery serving craft coffee, brunch, and more

Metro Market

Chain grocery outlet offering fresh produce, organic products, and prepared foods

Viet Hoa

Asian grocery with a deli offering prepared items like pho, laab, and banh mi

Catch Some Zzz’s 

Find a place to lay your head after a full day of taking in all that Monona has to offer for lodging. Whether you are looking for a place to act as a home base for a day of adventures or a weekend getaway for you and the family, our lodging options offer the best in class hospitality to help make you feel right at home. Explore the list of hotel and short term rental options to map out your stay in Monona, Wisconsin.

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison South

Hotel located right off interstate 90 with a pool, hot tub, included breakfast, and comfortable rooms

Avid Hotels Madison – Monona

Streamined rooms in a casual hotel near the Yahara river with a fitness room and a convenience store

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

Casual hotel offering an indoor pool and an exercise room, plus free perks such as breakfast and wifi

Feast Your Eyes…

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Monona East Side Business Alliance: PO Box 6264, Monona, WI 53716

(608) 416-1610