Smitty's Study Pub is a small and cozy spot located inside a building on the seventh floor, offering lovely views of downtown and the capital building. It is a convenient and great place for hotel guests, out-of-towners, coworkers, or friends and family to relax after a busy day. The atmosphere is nice for a conversation as it is often not busy. Reviews note the food is delicious, good, and decent, with highlights including cheese curds, fresh cut fries, and pretzels with a great cheesy dipping sauce. However, one experience found a dessert odd tasting and stale. Service experiences vary, with some reporting good service and others disappointing or neglectful service from staff. It is generally considered a good experience for a simple pub meal and a place to unwind.
The food is so delicious, and you get to eat and drink with a lovely view of downtown! It's a great place to bring out of towners, coworkers, or friends and family.
February 2024
One of my favorite places in Madison. Great drinks, great food, and great people.
February 2023
I came here after a long day of business meetings. I needed something to eat and to relax. The food was good. I had the pretzels that were decent but had a great cheesy dipping sauce. The fries are fresh cut and also very good. Overall, it was a good experience and worked to both take care of needing something to eat and... read full comment
