Dan D.
11/7/2025
The Cardinal Bar is both retro and classy. Stopped in for some pre-dinner beverages and listened to the live conga band get set-up and play their first few songs. The service was really good with...
Cardinal Bar
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418 E Wilson St
Madison, WI 53703
The Cardinal Bar is a vibrant cocktail bar and dance club located in the heart of Madison, Wisconsin. Originally opened in 1974 by Cuban native Ricardo Gonzalez, it has become a staple for the Madison Latin, jazz, and LGBTQ communities.
Known for its inclusive atmosphere, the Cardinal Bar attracts a diverse crowd with a wide variety of ages and demographics. The venue features a lively dance scene and an impressive selection of drinks that keep patrons coming back for more.
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Allison N.
4/2/2025
The decor is so cute and I really liked the food options and NA drinks! Parking is a challenge so we parked in the Essen Haus lot then walked over. We arrived shortly after they opened and it was...
Quill G.
3/2/2025
Cardinal Bar is stunning, and almost worth going for the historic architecture and gorgeous decor alone. The service wasn't amazing, as they had only one employee bartending and making food. It...
Julie M.
10/4/2025
Service isn't just terrible, it's nonexistent. I went to meet friends as we were celebrating three birthdays, including mine. I also had a visitor from France who was interested in seeing the hot...
R W.
1/3/2025
Saw Bill Roberts Combo and was blown away that they had such top musicians playing in there. Was it rather early though. I think they said that there's disco in the evenings or something like...
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