Madison’s Favorite
Lakefront Bar
Madison’s Best Lake Front Bar & Grill
Located at lake level in the historic Langdon Building at The Edgewater Hotel, The Boathouse serves authentic Wisconsin favorites like a Chicken BLT on Stella’s Spicy Cheese Bread. Try a Wisco Burger or the Mahi Fish Tacos, relax with a Mendota Colada and an appetizer—all with beautiful Lake Mendota as your front yard.
Come By Boat or By Land
The Piers at The Edgewater are scheduled to be removed mid-October 2024. Docking at The Pier is complimentary throughout the day. Overnight docking is available for a $135 per night docking fee. For additional information about The Pier including overnight docking, contact: 608.535.8200.
That View, Though
In 2016, 2017 & 2018, Madison Magazine readers voted The Boathouse Madison Best Bar with a View & Restaurant with a Lakeview. Stop on by to see for yourself!
Madison’s Favorite Spot For Over 70 Years
For more than seven decades, locals and visitors alike have gathered here to enjoy Wisconsin favorites, relaxing lakeside vibes & a view you won’t find anywhere else.
Visit our sister restaurant, The Statehouse. The Statehouse offers the best of the Midwest in a relaxed setting with amazing views of Lake Mendota.
Hours
- Monday – Friday
- Breakfast: 7am – 11am
- Lunch: 11am – 2pm
- Dinner: 5pm – 10pm
- Saturday & Sunday
- Brunch: 8am – 2pm
- Dinner: 5pm – 10pm
Visit our sister restaurant, Augie’s Tavern at The Statehouse. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.
Hours
- Monday – Thursday: 3pm – 11pm
- Friday Bar Service: 2pm – 1am
- Friday Food Service: 4pm – 10pm
- Saturday: 8am – 1am
- Sunday: 8am – 11pm
The Market
The Market is open daily for to-go coffee, breakfast items including hot breakfast sandwiches (served until 11am), oatmeal, bagels and muffins, and other grab-and-go snacks including cheese, beer and wine.
Hours
Daily Market Hours: 6 am – 4 pm
View The Market Menu.
