The Laurel Tavern

2505 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711

(608) 233-1043


Our dining is on a first come, first served basis. However, if you have a large party or are planning an event, give us a call and we'll hook you up. 

Exterior view of the Laurel Tavern, 2505 Monroe Street.

The storefront window contains a display of two Schlitz Beer bottle pyramids, two large bottles of Kinsey Whiskey, and

a Fauerbach Beer sign. August 16, 1945 (Photo: Arthur M. Vinje)

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Our History

Open 11am to 10pm Sunday thru Wednesday
11am to Midnight on Thursday, Friday & Saturday
(608) 233-1043


The Laurel Tavern has been a neighborhood fixture

since the end of the prohibition. The tavern was 

purchased in 1979 by Dianne and Peter Zilley 

and continues to be a favorite gathering spot

for delicious food and drink on the near westside

of Madison, Wisconsin to this day.