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Canteen
4.6 (259)
$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican
111 S Hamilton St, madison, WI 53703
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Canteen
4.6
$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican
Madison
Make a reservation
2 people
Nov 7, 2026
10:00 PM
About this restaurant
- Great for happy hour
- Lively
- Good for groups
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesContemporary Mexican, Latin American, Mexican
- Hours of operationMon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
- Contact
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefJason Van Ommeren
- CateringIf you’d like to arrange a catering delivery, have a special request, or would like to place an order please call at 608.285.5703 or visit https://canteentaco.com/catering/<br /><br />
- Private party facilitiesWe’re great for group events because we’re open to doing just about any kind of awesome you have in mind. We can do taco & nacho bars, tray-passed apps and tacos, or plated entrees. Book us for casual events, business dinners, birthday and holiday parties, and rehearsal/welcome dinners. Let’s pa
- NeighborhoodMadison
- Parking detailshttps://uli.com/parking122 W. Doty Street Madison, WI 53703This underground ramp includes five floors of convenient and secured underground parking with direct access to the Capitol Square. Weekday Hourly Rate : $1.00 per 20 min./$20.00 max Weekday Evenings (after 4pm) : $3.00 flat fee Weekend : $5.00 flat fee
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Reviews
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Review summary
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259 Reviews
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AnnMarie Gold
Tallahassee7 reviews
5.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Alison Gold
Phoenix36 reviews
5.0Dined on October 23, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 3
- Ambience 5
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Andrea
Wisconsin3 reviews
4.0Dined on October 16, 2026
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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William Gold
Washington DC29 reviews
4.0Dined on October 3, 2026
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 3
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Kalpesh Gold
Chicago19 reviews
4.0Dined on October 3, 2026
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Ellen
Wisconsin17 reviews
5.0Dined on September 26, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Steve Gold
Las Vegas81 reviews
3.0Dined on September 19, 2026
- Overall 3
- Food 3
- Service 5
- Ambience 2
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Karen
Wisconsin7 reviews
5.0Dined on September 11, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 3
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Tom
Wisconsin7 reviews
5.0Dined on August 24, 2026
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Carolyn
Wisconsin6 reviews
2.0Dined on August 24, 2026
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 2
- Ambience 4
CanteenResponded on September 4, 2026Is this helpful?
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesContemporary Mexican, Latin American, Mexican
- Hours of operationMon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
- Contact
- Website
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefJason Van Ommeren
- CateringIf you’d like to arrange a catering delivery, have a special request, or would like to place an order please call at 608.285.5703 or visit https://canteentaco.com/catering/<br /><br />
- Private party facilitiesWe’re great for group events because we’re open to doing just about any kind of awesome you have in mind. We can do taco & nacho bars, tray-passed apps and tacos, or plated entrees. Book us for casual events, business dinners, birthday and holiday parties, and rehearsal/welcome dinners. Let’s pa
- NeighborhoodMadison
- Parking detailshttps://uli.com/parking122 W. Doty Street Madison, WI 53703This underground ramp includes five floors of convenient and secured underground parking with direct access to the Capitol Square. Weekday Hourly Rate : $1.00 per 20 min./$20.00 max Weekday Evenings (after 4pm) : $3.00 flat fee Weekend : $5.00 flat fee
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
FAQs
Canteen fills up during its popular happy hour and peak dinner times, guests commonly report packed nights and waitlists, while off‑peak windows and some late evenings can feel noticeably quieter.
Yes, families dine here: guests note that children (for example, two 10‑year‑olds) enjoyed the tacos, and high chairs are available on request.
Casual dress is the guide, come relaxed and comfortable, nothing formal expected.
Yes, Canteen has a sunny patio with a Capitol view, and guests frequently mention sitting outside and enjoying that space.
Canteen is at its best during happy hour, guests rave about the half‑price tacos and margarita deals, and many find the atmosphere more relaxed and budget‑friendly then.
Canteen is open Monday–Thursday 11:00 am–10:00 pm; Friday 11:00 am–11:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am–11:00 pm; and Sunday 10:00 am–10:00 pm. The restaurant also offers weekend brunch and a regular happy hour every afternoon and late night.
If you're after brunch, weekends are the time to go, Canteen serves weekend brunch. Many guests also rave about the restaurant's happy hour, making afternoons a popular choice any day of the week.
Canteen is a bright, colorful corner spot with vibrant decor and salsa music, a cozy, compact dining room that feels lively and full of character, though it can get crowded and noisy at peak times.
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Canteen
4.6
$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican
Madison
Make a reservation
2 people
Nov 7, 2026
10:00 PM