For years I have wanted to come to your bar and check it out. A bunch for my friends got together last night and decided to check out a new bar location, which was yours. As you know, there is plenty of others places in Madison we could have taken our business. After getting severed with our first drinks and having a great time, what happened next was very disappointing. Your staff decided to totally ignore my group of friends (15 thirsty drinkers) and not provide service. We were not intoxicate (I only had one drink). After 20-30 minutes of waiting patiently for service, we left for a bar that would provide service. Myself and majority of my friends are from the hospitality industry and we would never treat customers in this fashion. The bar was not busy or under staff.
Sincerely, one very disappointed customer.
Argus is a fun, tasty and reliable lunch choice on the Capitol square. Especially if you are with a crowd because Argus has something for everyone, including vegetarians and the gluten free.
But the main reason I love Argus is because ordering can make you feel just a little dirty, as in "I'll have Dick Frank's super sub and the lady will have Barbara's Garden." Add a side of sexy fries to the order and you get the feeling that this might just turn into a long lunch. Nooner, anyone?
The Argus and I have a relationship. I worked at La Mestiza (which has since closed) next door for a few months while in Madison. I was originally drawn to the Argus by the very handsome man who works there named Davin. (He is still there, go visit him!)
The offer live music, pool tables and great food.
The best sandwich in Wisconsin exists here: The LGBTA
Lettuce, gouda, bacon, tomato and avocado. And you get fries...but not just any fries, sexy fries. Reasonably priced, clean and always friendly, the Argus is one of the best casual restaurants to go to in Madison,
I keep waffling between three stars and four on this one. On a good night, I really like Argus. It's generally not too crowded, prices are average, and on warm nights they have one of the more comfortable options for seating. The music is usually pretty good, and at the very least it's interesting - not a lot of Top 40 or classic rock.
Some nights though, the lack of a crowd works against the atmosphere, and the food (in my limited experience) was fine but nothing stellar despite their large menu. It could have been an off night, and maybe my particular sandwich isn't indicative of their other offerings.
I always enjoy Argus, but there's not anything that's yet to tip the scales permanently from "A-OK" to "Yay!".
Food/drink were good, but I couldn't get past the owner (at least I assume she was an owner the way she bossed people around). Â There was a very high strung woman running around who seemed to ruin the mood of the staff and patrons. Â She acted like we were inconveniencing her by being there. Â Sorry for patronizing your bar. Â I'll be sure to not do that anymore.
Review Source:Burgers are on the better side of ok. Â The other things I've had, since it changed hands a few years ago, have been on the lesser side of ok. Â If you're craving a burger, it's a fairly inexpensive place to go, but there's better places around to get a burger from, within a block. Â It's just a couple doors down from my boyfriend's house, and has later hours than many nearby restaurants.
Review Source:Argus is where it's at!
They're menu is never-ending, with a wide variety of vegetarian options to choose from.
Exceptionally friendly interaction between the employees and their patrons. Argus has a sort of Cheers feel to it. They could use a bit more space to accommodate such a fantastic crowd of people, though.
If you can't find a sandwich here, then you don't need a sandwich.  They offer a wide variety including hot sandwiches, wraps and burgers.  The special pulled pork sandwich was tender and served with slaw, which is a must for anyone who knows about pulled pork sandwiches.  We were there for lunch and the server was very attentive and generous with the soda refills.  The "Georgia Reuben" was a tasty, lighter version of the  reuben with smoked turkey and coleslaw substituting for the pastrami and sauerkraut.  The "Rob 'N' Steph's Veggie Melt" was a good vegetarian choice, and has left this diner with the much needed energy to finish the day.
Review Source:The Sandwiches are very reasonably priced and decent. Certainly not amazing, but I was not displeased when I left. The chips that come with the sandwiches, though, are clearly normal potato chips from a bag, so next time I'll opt for the fries instead.
The beer list is pretty good and reasonably priced, and the atmosphere is cozy. I'll probably be back.
Its a great place to spend the afternoon for a drink and lunch on the patio. The inside of the building is also very historic. Â
I would highly recommend the jalapeno cheese curds. Â I think they are super delicious. They are not too hot and come with a yummy ranch dip.
I also love the wrap I believe is called RC's Identity Crisis! Â Its a buffalo chicken wrap with bacon, bleu cheese (I love bleu cheese).
Every time I have been here the wait staff has been very friendly and quick to help us out.
They have quite a large menu which I don't think is overpriced.
I'll be back.
The waitress was a little surly, but other than that this place is great. Â Nice atmosphere, good location, great beer selection and wonderful food. Â I had the Barbara's Garden sandwich which was delicious. Â I am a huge fan of avocado on a veggie melt. Â My friends got the patty melt and the pesto chicken sandwich and they both raved. Â Go for the fries.
Review Source:The location right up by the capital is great, they usually have somewhere to sit, and the owner is always there and seems to remember people and what they drink- definitely a unique atmosphere compared to most of the bars in this area. Â Food is mediocre, but cheap, so I never feel particularly good or bad about eating here...this is a great back-up bar, at the very least, but also certainly an easy place to become a regular at...which is always a nice assurance.
Review Source:The Argus is "my" bar. Â They have a great happy hour. Â I love their vegetarian sandwiches (separate section on the menu), and they make great long islands. Â The cheese curds are pretty good, too. Â The lady who (I think?) owns the bar with her husband is awesome. Â She remembers your drink, remembers which sandwiches you like, and always makes you feel welcome. Â I hang out on their patio and read with drinks and dinner in the summer, and I spent election night there.
Review Source:I had the usual 5-8 happy binge+hoot with close friends. Had a really good time. Nice casual bar with a friendly bar tender (thanks for putting up with us).
Pretty good bar snacks (still prefer the Plaza). We ordered the classics: wings, fried curds, french fries, and onion rings. Thought the dice's french fries are far better than Argus'.
So why the 3 stars? Because I got the hangover the next morning. This doesn't usually happen to me at other places - what were they pouring in my glass? and I consider myself as a pro on binge.
LOTS OF VEGETARIAN BAR FOOD!!!!
Nice place to hang out w/ a large group. Â Food is good, not awesome. Â Service is pretty good. Â Decent drinks ($5). Â Good beers. Â A little overpriced, but overall you will have a good time with many coworkers or friends. Â Good place to watch a game, but they are not open on Sundays.
The veggie ruben is my personal fav although a close second is the California fiesta.
Perfectly located up on the capitol square, where else, other than Wisconsin can you get a grilled cheese, ham and cheese sandwich? Perfect spot to go drinking during your lunch hour with the friendliest bartender around. And where else can you get your lunch hour Strong Man Competition fix?
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