Longtable Beer Cafe - Madison

The decor of the place has a hall-like vibe, featuring long communal tables along with some regular tables and several outdoor seating areas. While I’m waiting for my son’s car to get an oil change today, I’m making some progress on clearing out my unfinished review drafts—34 left to tackle after this one! I’ve sampled a few items from the menu. The Brussels sprouts were a popular choice, but they didn't quite suit my taste. The cheese curds were enjoyable, although I still think Craftsman takes the crown in that category. The tacos were decent, but I struggled to pick a favorite. I wasn’t particularly keen on the fish taco, probably because it was deep-fried—an ironic comment considering I just praised the cheese curds. The charcuterie board stands out as one of my favorite dishes from my visits. The brisket sandwich was divine, and the chicken wings were phenomenal, making me feel like I was soaring. I tried the beet salad, which I wouldn’t have ordered on my own, but my ex had chosen it, and it looked too pretty not to sample. I wanted to finish her portion, but she wouldn’t allow it. I can’t recall what else I ordered, but it clearly didn’t leave a strong impression. This restaurant is a popular spot for good reason!

I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant recently and it was a delightful experience. I enjoyed a meal here, and I found the prices to be quite reasonable, falling in the range of $10 to $20 per person. If you visit, I highly recommend trying the Fish and Chips – it was absolutely fantastic! Overall, a great place to eat that offers a good value for your money.

The sour flavors were fantastic, but I was really disappointed that they didn't offer tasting flights.

Nice place with open air seating when in season. Ordered the brisket sandwich and got frites as a side. The brioche bun was great, the meat was well done, and the addition of giardinera was different but it worked. The sandwich was good but felt like it was missing something. The frites were very good as well. I chose the beer cheese as my dipping sauce. I won’t select again. It was runny and pretty flavorless. I asked if I could get the cheese curds as a side instead and would pay the full price for the curds and was flat out told no. So between that and the beer cheese is why my rating is a 4 Food: 4 Service: 2 Atmosphere: 5

If I were to return, I would only go for the beers and the soft pretzel. The service was excellent, and the staff was incredibly friendly, but the food didn't quite hit the mark. The Brussels sprout appetizer resembled boiled Brussels sprouts with a vinegar sauce—definitely not my favorite, although it was unique. I ordered the baked cod fish fry; while the fries were delicious, the fish was overcooked and inedible. Overall, it’s a great spot for drinks and snacks, especially with their impressive beer selection—there were so many options!