The East Side Club - Madison

It was a bit chilly, but it was great to be outside by the tiki hut with a tropical drink in hand and to listen to live music by the waterfront.

The outdoors area is great. The cocktails not so much.

Love the location on Lake Monona. The young men at the bar provided good and friendly service with a smile! The Migrants' food is good. Both the bar and food stand need more help to eliminate the long lines on a busy night. If you want to drink and/or eat and do not enjoy spending time standing in line, go on less busy night, when the performers are not as popular. Speaking of performers, last night, they had the always great VO-5. Unfortunately, without an elevated stage, you could barely see them, if at all. And, unlike other venues where I have seen them, a lot of rude people around me were talking. VO-5 are best at a venue with an elevated stage and a crowd that is there to listen and dance, not talk. Unfortunately, the ESC website mentions nothing about cover or entrance fee. escmadison.com/events

Great club right on the lake. Two nice bars inside. And great music events on the lake and in the ballroom.

Wonderful club right on the lake with good food. Great music and outdoor Tiki Bar that has a wonderful view of the capital!