Pour One Out for Madison’s Best Bygone Bars and Restaurants

Is there a meal in Madison you used to get all the time, but that now you can only dream of because the restaurant closed? Maybe it’s a burrito filled with tater tots from Burrito Drive or a sandwich from Radical Rye. The City Cast Madison team pays tribute to our beloved and departed former haunts. Plus, we hear from you about the spots that used to rule Madison’s food and drink scene.   This episode originally aired on Aug. 21, 2025. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email [email protected]. We’re also on Instagram!  👀 While you’re here…take our annual audience survey! It’s just a few minutes of your time and it will help us make better shows and newsletters to better serve you. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast City swag.  📧 You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the City Cast Madison morning newsletter.  🏠 Get more from City Cast Madison when you become a City Cast Madison Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events, and more. Join the City Cast Madison Neighbors program! Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 23rd episode: Madison Magnet