Madison’s Favorite Family Dining Spot 2009

The 2009 Mad Diner Award for Madison’s Favorite Family Dining Spot brings little surprise.  For years now the same establishment has held its position in the final tallies.  And for good reason.  The winner, again this year, is Monty’s Blue Plate Diner.

First Place: Monty’s Blue Plate Diner
Family friendly, good food, and good value all apply to what you would expect when you go there.  Located on Madison’s East Side, and a member of the popular Foodfight restaurant group, Monty’s caters and appeals to all ages.  See restaurant information here.

Second Place: Ella’s Deli
Our flippant commentary might be, “Always a bridesmaid and never a bride”.  Ella’s Deli continues to come in second in this category.  This restaurant is a circus for the eyes, and entertains everyone who enters the door.  A Madison staple for many, many years, Ella’s Deli is a well-deserved finalist.  See restaurant information here.

Third Place: Red Robin
Red Robin is a new finalist in our Mad Diner Awards.  This restaurant caters to families and with a new location on Madison’s East Side, it appears to be gaining in popularity amongst the family crowd.  Monona location information here.  East Side location information here.

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