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TOAST
& SAVOR.

Taste Buds

Tickle the

There’s nothing like good food and locally made beer sonal ingredients. The menu also includes a variety
and wine to top off a visit to Madison, Indiana. Whether of mouth-watering sandwiches and entrées. Come for
it’s lunch, dinner, or Sunday brunch, the options are as lunch from 11 AM to 3 PM Tuesday through Saturday,
plentiful as the Ohio River is beautiful. dinner from 5 to 10 PM., and brunch on Sundays from 11
And, in a culinary world filled with big-chain restau- AM to 3 PM—complete with fresh-made mimosas and
rants, Madison’s small-town charm is enhanced by other drink specials.
locally owned eateries where real foodies create wonder- Local and regional craft beers are on rotation at the
ful homemade dishes—from sandwiches and seafood to tap and meals are expertly paired with a fine selection
world-class barbecue. of wines. Outdoor seating is available, where customers
On the menu here are three such establishments: Bad can enjoy a meal along with a great view of some of
Apple Mac’s, which celebrated its third anniversary Madison’s finest historic homes.
in April; Gallery 115, which combines some fabulous Planning a special event? Consider Bad Apple Mac’s
artwork with kitschy gift ideas and an excellent Ken- for your catering needs. There also is additional space off
tucky-style Hot Brown; and the Boneyard Grill, which of the dining room for catered meetings or parties. For
combines great food with a fun sports-bar atmosphere. big events the entire restaurant can be rented, as well.
Gallery 115, located in the heart of the downtown
FOR YOUR INNER FOODIE
shopping district at 115 East Main Street, is located in
Unofficially nicknamed the “BAM,” Bad Apple a spacious storefront that once was home to Hand’s
Mac’s—605 West Main Street—is a short walk from the Clothing Store. In the loft above the kitchen and cash
Broadway Fountain and features the culinary creations register, once the store office and now a studio, Eric
of chef and owner Janet McIntosh. The name—along Phagen creates some of the works that eventually are put
with some of the standard fair, such as Irish Fish on display for sale throughout the restaurant. You will
Cakes—was inspired by her grandfather’s nickname and find everything from paintings, prints, and whimsical
a portrait of him in uniform gazes from its spot behind sculptures. A private second-floor apartment is available
the bar. as a rental for visitors coming from out of town.
The friendly, low-key atmosphere is a favorite for A regular gathering spot for serious Mah-jongg
locals as well as visitors. Imaginative daily specials, players and euchre enthusiasts, the café offers a variety
including amazing soups, are made with fresh, sea- of sandwiches and comfort food, including homemade

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