Shamrock Bar & Grille Bars & Clubs in Madison – GayOut Guide
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Shamrock Bar & Grille

Google (137) 4.3
Tripadvisor (5) 2.4
What reviewers say

Visitors often praise the friendly atmosphere and welcoming staff, noting it's a great place to meet people and enjoy good company. However, some reviewers complain about the quality of the drinks, citing them as too sweet or lacking alcohol, and there are also reports of rude bartenders and issues with billing.

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G4.3 🦉2.4
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Address
117 W Main St, madison
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Phone
+1 608-259-8480

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About this place Shamrock Bar & Grille

Shamrock Bar & Grille is a gay bar located in downtown Madison at 117 W Main St, offering a welcoming space to connect with friends and the local LGBTQ+ community. The venue combines the social appeal of a neighborhood bar with quality food and a well-stocked bar, making it a solid choice whether you're looking for a casual meal, drinks, or an evening out. The atmosphere here is relaxed and friendly, with staff known for being helpful and attentive. You'll find the space is well-maintained and clean, and the venue offers fun diversions like bar games and trivia nights, which can be great ways to socialize and meet other guests. The food menu features quality bar fare, so you can grab a bite while you're here rather than needing to eat elsewhere. If you're visiting Madison and looking for an LGBTQ+-friendly bar that emphasizes approachability and community, Shamrock Bar & Grille provides that kind of low-pressure, inclusive environment where you can simply be yourself and enjoy good company.

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Gay Casual Food served

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4.3
137 reviews

Based on 137 Google reviews.

Micah Darling
Micah Darling Mar 2026

Dollar coin friendly establishment, lovely place and excepting of all folks!

Douglas Haltinner
Douglas Haltinner Mar 2026
Lin Larson
Lin Larson Feb 2026
Nate Hurd
Nate Hurd Jan 2026
Natasha h
Natasha h Dec 2025
Tyrone Lettelleir
Tyrone Lettelleir Dec 2025
Bharat Ram Reddy
Bharat Ram Reddy Oct 2025

Very bad. The bartenders there are the worst. They are rude., misbehave with people and act as if no law applies to them. Never going back.

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Last updated on 11 August 2026

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