Our signature smoked, split, and grilled bratwurst made with a blend of beef and pork, served with classic toppings.
Enjoy a wide selection of craft beers, Old Fashioneds, and exclusive canned cocktails like Day Drink Transfusions.
Watch games on multiple flat screens in a lively atmosphere, perfect for Badger fans and sports enthusiasts.
Relax on our patio during nice weather, offering a great escape from the indoor crowd with full food and drink service.
A casual, welcoming environment ideal for groups, families, and college gatherings with hearty comfort food options.
Cheese curds were good last year but idk what they gave me this time.. waiter was honest and said the manager was sick of how long the fryers took to clean. We don’t care about that just bring back the square cheese curds please.
State Street Brats deals are a great way to enjoy a few drinks at this local and well established bar and grill. The Old fashioned was definitely the hands down favorite at $9 with tasty Luxardo cherries, brandy, orange and bitters. This is available sweet or sour, and recommend sweet as the staff pours with a heavy hand. The pair of Day Drink Transfusions are exclusive at State Street Brats. This canned beverage is a spirited cocktail made with vodka, grape juice, and ginger ale, with lime. At 2 for $12 you can't go wrong at State Street Brats on a Friday night.
Bucky Madness. Easy goin authentic Wisconsin brat borough. Plenty of craft beer options to go along w an abundant number of flat screens showing sports. Eat brats, be a Badger.
State Street Brats is a Madison institution, a lively bar and restaurant renowned for its delicious and iconic "Red Brat," a smoked, split, and grilled bratwurst made with a blend of beef and pork. Chill atmosphere where you can watch sports. Chill servers with a positive vibe. Our server John was a cool bro and very attentive.
The quintessential Wisconsin bar experience! The barts are on another level and a must try at least once. The perfectly flame grilled burgers give the brats a good run for their money though! Atmosphere, think college, sports, beer, and whole families just hanging out. It's not a high-end lounge more like high-end dive bar... in the best ways. It can be extremely crowded and loud so not for everyone in this way. On nice days, an outdoor patio though offers the perfect escape.

Madison's iconic spot for legendary brats, cold brews, and Badger spirit.
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State Street Brats is a beloved Madison institution, offering a quintessential Wisconsin bar and grill experience since 1976. Known for its iconic Red Brat—a smoked, split, and grilled bratwurst—this lively spot serves up delicious comfort food, craft beers, and spirited cocktails in a fun, casual atmosphere. With plenty of flat screens for sports, an outdoor patio, and a welcoming vibe for families, students, and locals alike, it's the go-to destination for authentic brats, burgers, cheese curds, and unforgettable Badger game days.
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