Buck & Honey’s
804 Liberty Blvd, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590
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Address :
804 Liberty Blvd
Sun Prairie, WI, 53590 - Phone (608) 837-3131
- Website https://www.buckandhoneys.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 11
- Mon : 11:00 am - 11
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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Mara B.
We both ordered one of the chef's three course specials for $24. Both 12 oz Ribeyes. Mine is French Onion Soup, Brussel Sprouts and Sweet Potato Fries. Hubs ordered Seafood Chowder, Garlic Mashed Potatoes and grilled Mushrooms with Onions. Dessert is included and not even thinking about it yet! Lots of food. I'm taking home more than half my entree! I had to save room for 6 bites of rich and creamy Creme Brûlée. We will be back!
(4)Jason H.
We love dining here and our son loves live music nights. We wanted to take advantage of their date night special and made a reservation for Thursday night after confirming with the restaurant that it was on Thursday. I called the restaurant about 45 minutes before our reservation to see if they could accommodate us a little earlier since we had gotten our kids ready to go in record time. Matt (Restaurant Manager) answered the phone and I am glad he did because he made the effort to confirm with me that we were interested in the date night special. I panicked for about 10 seconds, but he made a quick judgement call and guaranteed that we would be true advocates (more so than we already were!) for Buck and Honey's. We arrived and were taken to our table within minutes which was exactly what we needed, both Matt and his boss came by to make sure everything was to our satisfaction and offered assistance if we needed anything that night. Truly exemplary service all around and was continued by Carrin, our server. She had a great connection with our two children and made sure we weren't left wanting for anything. We chose to forgo the usual Date Night wine list and opted for a bottle of the Chateau Ste. Michelle Reisling, which my fiance enjoyed more than me and I ordered a Barenjager Lemonade. She ordered the Stuffed Chicken Breast and I chose the Pot Roast. Both made perfectly and very satisfying. When it came time to pay the bill, I had no qualms about tipping heavily and we look forward to visiting again soon!
(5)Shayn L.
We have been trying to get to this place for the past year or so after hearing everyone rave about it. So finally on a Monday... not a tuesday... a little joke for you younger readers... we got here! Let me tell you it was worth the wait. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly when it came to answering questions about the place and reccomendations on thier menu. Great drinks and beer selection for you beer snobs. Lots of wine choices for the ladies to choose from as well. Nice big place that was very clean. Nice ambiance. And now for the main event what we are all waiting to hear about. Drum roll please.... FOOD The food was excellent. We went with a group of 6 and everyone was impressed. I had the 14 oz Ribeye cooked perfectly. The Mrs. had Chicken Parmesan which our talented waitress recommended. Kudos for that, tip just went up. Ribs were killer and on and on. Did I forget to mention desert. Oh my. Just go try for yourself and you'll see what everyone and now myself is talking about. Well done B&H keep up the great work. Nice to have a place like that in the area.
(5)Brian J.
Stopped in to buck and honeys for lunch and was not disappointed. It was not to busy at the end of the lunch hour. I had the fire cracker shrimp and a bloody Mary. I could not believe how fast my order came out, nice staff and bartender. The fire cracker shrimp was very good and it had quite a snap to it! I will be back for the sassy cow cheese curds.
(5)Jaber W.
Great atmosphere, local restaurant, owners are friendly, food is really great and fun too (sometimes they have unique and new items on the menu). Live music nights are fun. Always busy Thursday - Saturday so get there early or be patient in the bar. Crab cakes are delicious, for dinner: salmon or steak would be our favorite choices.
(5)Frank H.
Food here is tasty if not on the high side price wise. I had the Ribeye Steak and it was cooked perfect and they even had roasted Brussel sprouts on the menu! Yum. My friend had the scallops and berries salad and it was AWESOME looking and he said it was tasty to boot. We had a locally brewed IPA and there was even live music (three guys playing ukuleles) We sat outside as the weather was perfect. Nice experience, would go back in a heart beat. Service was top notch as well
(4)Steve R.
Very disappointed with our trip to Buck & Honey's tonight. Service was poor - I had to stop our server to say we wanted to order drinks before he ran off. We ordered the calamari and it was over cooked and sort of burned crispy tasting. My daughter had the chicken Parmesan. The chicken was thin and soggy and she gave up after a few bites. I tasted it and would not have known it was chicken it was so bad. My wife's pan fried tilapia was also very thin and soggy. My seafood gnocchi was good although we got into a discussion about the fact that it's listed as an entree that gets two sides, but I was told when I ordered it that its so large it doesn't need sides. I deferred at first to the server, but then thought that for the price, I should get my sides. I was then told it was a typo and that that entree doesn't come with sides and that the size of it would make it obvious that it doesn't need sides. The server did say he'd honor the menu and bring sides at no additional cost. I'm glad they did because the serving of gnocchi was not that big. On top of that, we got a wrong side with my wife's meal, which they corrected. My daughter ordered a lemonade that she never hit that I had to ask to remove from our bill. The server never asked if we wanted another drink, and didn't think it was strange enough that we had full plates left to take away. He didn't offer boxes either or ask about desserts. I had the impression they just wanted us to eat and get going. It's a Thursday night and not terribly busy. Very disappointed. I will likely never return to Buck & Honey's because there are better options that are far less expensive.
(1)Melanie N.
Came here today for lunch with some family. Be sure to make reservations. The service was slow considering it was not very busy late in the afternoon. There was very little staff around to assist us. Salads were okay. Entrees we're good, not anything special. Smells very weird inside the restaurant so I recommend eating outside. Also, there are very few booths so you will likely be sitting at a crowded table. Nothing special.
(3)Lizzie R.
Stopped in for brunch on a breezy Sunday. Place was pretty full but we were seated right away by a very nice hostess. Waiter was pleasant, prompt, and knowledgeable. I had the eggs benedict, and while small, packed a good punch. One of those meals where you ate 'just enough' instead of being so full you couldn't move after. I'll be back for sure!
(5)Jen W.
Buck and Honey's was recommended more to us, after moving to the Sun Prairie area, then anywhere else. I first ventured there for a "girls night out". We ordered half price martinis, I think it was a Thursday night. I enjoyed mine - the perfect margarita - salted rim, and wow did it pack a punch. We also ordered off of the "balanced life" menu. I had the salmon roulades. They were simple and tasty. I would order them again. My friend ordered the chicken skewers. Also tasty, and spicy, which was a good thing. We sat outside on the outdoor patio, the atmosphere was fantastic, comfy outdoor furniture, live music, great lighting. I enjoyed the atmosphere so much on my next date night with my hubby I insisted we check it out. It rained. But, we were able to sit in the Georgia O'Keffe patio, and learn that G.O is from Sun Prairie! Who knew. Apparently, a lot of people, according to Facebook. I ordered the Salmon off of the "balance menu" it, again, was simple but good. My husband ordered lasagna. Full disclosure, his was better. :) It was meaty and spicy, and had a cream sauce alongside the red sauce that just made the dish. Overall, a great place to eat. Worth the recommendations.
(4)Jenni B.
Not bad Sun Prairie, not bad at all. The bar experience was a little better than the restaurant one, so I'll start there. The bar area makes for a pretty homey atmosphere. Everything looks new and clean (unlike most places in SP), but with some unfinished industrial pieces to add some "cool" factor, or whatever factor it is that you get when you use raw construction materials in your final product. Add a small staged area for some live music and a few local craft options on tap and you really have the best spot in town to grab a beer with a friend. There are a few dining areas that spread across the building, two of which are close enough to hear the live performers, but we were seated just outside of that in a sort of indoor courtyard for the complex. The walls were open to the inside of the building which was mostly empty aside from people coming and going to the wine bar next door. It was kind of a commotion in the hallway when I was there, with servers coming back and forth from across the hall over and over again, I would suggest you request to sit inside the main restaurant so you can hear the music anyway. Everyone in my family liked their dinners and the service was pleasant. I had the French Onion soup as a starter which wasn't anything to write home about. It was pretty salty broth and the cheese was melted, not caramelized. I absolutely love French Onion when it's done right, so maybe I'm a bit hard to impress. For my entree though I split the Thai Chicken Pizza with my mom which was really good. We got the fourteen inch which really could be split by three very hungry people, so we definitely would have gotten the twelve if we had realized how generous the portion was. The peanut sauce had a surprising amount of kick and I also liked that they tipped it off with crunchy cabbage. I was impressed that they were thoughtful enough to design a health conscious menu. My sister avoids gluten as much as possible and having a set menu of better for you options to choose from really puts Buck and Honeys higher on our list of options because of how easy they make it to dine out but stay healthy.
(4)Laura L.
So... I'm here now, been sitting at a table in the bar area for about 15 min. At least three different employees have, literally, walked right past me without saying a word. Not one word. No eye contact, no glass of water, no "Someone will be right with you," no "GTFO of our restaurant," nothing. The only reason I'm still here is that I wanted to post my review while it was still fresh in my mind, and I also want to find somewhere else to eat before I leave.
(1)Peter K.
First I must say how wonderful it is to have such a "top shelf" restaurant in small farming community like Sun Prairie. The first time was a sensory flashback to fine dinning in New York City. I've been back four more times and not a single complaint except I wanted more. Gave three gift certificates away as Christmas gifts last year and again this year as well. The salmon and the Seared Ahi Salad are my favs when in the mood for seafood but nothing beats their perfectly grilled steaks. If you haven't been there, well your in for a pleasant treat. Oh ! And Romantic.
(5)Ling R.
A couple close friends were in town and we decided to try this place out. We got sassy cow cheese curds to share and it was def one of the best I had. Very stringing, right amt if grease and loving that texture. I don't even need any dipping sauce to go with it. I had the lands and sea which consisted of a 5oz filet and 3 scallops with mash and daily vegetable. I thought the filet was on the salty side and the medium looked more like well done.. Little disappointed until I tried the scallops which was surprisingly phenomenal! Super well seasoned to bring out the taste. It's tough to cook scallops since they are pretty bland. The sides are alright..nothing spectacular. I also had a strawberry mojito which was pretty yummy. My highlight of the meal was definitely the curds and the scallops. So why is this a 3 star? We were there on a Friday night and the band was playing.. Do they have live music every weekend? They might want to do a little better search next time when it comes to live music. The band that was playing was just terrible! Songs were out of tune and the lead singer was basically yelling his lungs out. Like a couple other ppl mentioned.. The service needs a little work. Our waiter basically asked whether we were done while my friend was still chowing down her food.. After we said that we are still working it, he followed to give us our check 5 minutes later. It was 9pm and after the dinner rush...so that was a downer.
(3)Ronn I.
What a great place. Excellent service. Food is well prepared and generous portions. Cocktails are always good. Yes, it is a bit of a drive from Madison, but well worth it. We will be back again and again.
(5)Matt W.
Popular yes, memorable no If you are looking for a solid casual dining experience, I have no problem recommending Buck and Honey's. I've not had a bad dish during my two visits to the restaurant. So why the three star rating? Well, nothing's been great either. While I enjoyed my entrees at Buck & Honey's the (buffalo chicken salad and chipotle chicken pasta), I probably wouldn't order them again. The "A-OK" definition of the three star rating accurately sums up my feelings toward this establishment, so that's what I went with. Things I liked: * The service I encountered during both visits was excellent. I experienced friendly knowledgeable servers and prompt, attentive service during both visits on very busy nights for the restaurant. Props to Stephanie and Allison for a job well done. * Sassy cow cheese curds. 'nuf said. * The dinner specials are a great value. During my first visit, my father got the Sunday prime rib special. Three courses for $22 and he was extremely pleased with the quality of the meal. * The bar staff at B&H is solid. My wife enjoyed her spicy Bloody Mary and my red wine flight was a great value (very generous pours). Beer section is above average. The bar area was packed both times I visited. Things I'm conflicted about: * The French Onion Soup. During my first visit, Buck & Honey's nailed the preparation of this dish. It was the pure essence of caramelized onion perfection. The soup had a touch of natural sweetness with a hint of bitterness. The proportions of bread and cheese were perfect. This was a dish to dream on. Unfortunately, this was not the dish I received on my second visit. The proportions were all out of whack. Too little sweetness, too much bitterness. Too much cheese, too few croutons. Too much broth, too few onions. While the second rendition wasn't bad, it was far from memorable. Since the soup can be added to an entree for just $2, it's worth taking the chance of getting version one. Things I didn't like: * The portion size of the Chipotle Chicken Pasta dish is far too much food for one normal sized person. Give me less quantity and more quality please. * The mac and cheese pizza ordered by my daughter was the weakest entree of my two visits. The crust was burnt and the pizza needed more of the Alfredo sauce. My daughter who is a pizza devouring machine ate only half the pizza and did not want to bring the leftovers home. If you are in the mood for pizza in Sun Prairie (or anywhere else in the greater Madison metro area), proceed with great haste to nearby Salvatore's. * The other entree that fell slightly flat was the Buffalo Chicken Salad. Like the pasta entree, it was quantity (lots of chicken and pasta) over quality (the onion was unevenly cut, so the larger pieces were almost raw). Don't be scared off by the three star review. As I mentioned early, this is a solid casual dining option. But it is not a destination dining option for me. The place was packed both times I visited, so Buck & Honey's is definitely doing something right.
(3)Steve S.
Been visiting B&H's since they opened. I would consider this establishment one of, if not thee best restaurant in Sun Prairie. They have a great lite menu, well prepared entrees, and make the best Thai Chicken Pizza. With that said, the offerings in Sun Prairie for dining are pitiful, so B&H's holds up well. They've fallen a notch (just a bit) since their startup in food quality, but have added an outdoor eating area that frequently hosts live music. Along with a great drink selection. Above Average
(3)Dana A.
Buck & Honey's is one of the most consistently "good" restaurants I've ever been to. For those who are coming for a once-only time, you can count on a good meal and great service. For those who have been back time and time again, you know that the atmosphere and service make this a great spot to return to time and time again. Just knowing that they have a donation pizza every week ($1 proceeds going to a charity) and a Life Balance Menu (calorie/fat conscious menu) should let you know how much they care about their guests and community. There is little I'd tell someone not to get... with lots of familiar, tasty items and more adventurous things that are also worth checking out. GO THERE.
(4)Cindy T.
We've been to this establishment numerous times and the food and service are both consistently good (not great, but good). Love the creme brûlée and the filet mignon steak!
(4)Corey D.
It's true folks, Sal's on Main St. isn't the only reason I drive to Sun Prairie. But it still remains my favorite for hitting the road. Here's what's up: I'm more than pumped that Sun Prairie has a local destination for great food, but my last visit couple of visits were less than stellar. The most recent was around the time they were gearing up to open Plate & Barrel, so I wonder if I need to get back there and give these guys another try. Their beer line up is always stellar and they are incredible at partnering with the community, but my meal (meatloaf and taters) was cold and lacked flavor. I really wanted to catch the attention of our server, but I think her section was large and it was a while before she came back to check in. When I left that night I was a tad discouraged, but oddly when I reheated the leftovers, they were better. Maybe I just need to grab take-out and make my way back to Madison with their grub? Maybe I'm not ordering the right things?
(3)Jesse B.
You're at war and the security of your appetite depends upon choosing Tapas shared plates or Bistro fare as your weapon to strike hunger. We opted for small plates (quite a few) at the Plate and Barrel and then went over to the patio at Buck and Honey's for drinks and more food. I will update this review as soon as I get an email from my friend because I can't remember what she ordered but I helped her eat it and it was great. I think I liked the setting and ambiance of Plate and Barrel better. I am also more biased towards wine and cheese and those cheese curds were to die for. Sassy cow cheese curds to be exact. This restaurant would be a great choice for a fun dinner with friends as it can be very noisy. If you are looking for date night maybe try and book a table during the week.
(5)Morgan H.
They have a modern take on fish fry. I was pleasantly surprised. They vegetable didn't have much flavor. But the fish was very tasty. I'd try the regular fish fry if I went back on a Friday.
(4)Andrea P.
Can't complain after my last trip to Buck & Honey's! The first time I was there was last summer, and we sat outside... chillin out maxin relaxin all cool... you know how we do. Anyways, went there again a couple of weeks ago with friends. Because we're lushes, we ordered a couple of tall glasses of wine, which was maybe a glass and a half and definitely the way I pour! Yup yup. I ordered the fish tacos for my entree, because since I moved back to Madison from San Diego, all I ever want are amazing fish tacos. I dream of them. To my surprise, these fish tacos were actually not too shabby!!! Who knew a little place in Sun Prairie would satisfy my craving! Definitely order them from the regular menu though, since the first time I was there I ordered them from the Life Balance menu, and those were just so-so (I seriously try fish tacos everywhere I can). Definitely worth popping over for a casual night out!
(4)Quinton H.
Great food and great service will keep you coming back to buck and honeys! They have a good drink selection and their food has always been wonderful. Fish fry on Friday night is the best in Sun prairie. Highly recommend giving this place a try.
(5)Jessika G.
I go here whenever I visit home from college. I have never had anything that I didn't enjoy from the menu. Staff is attentive and friendly, and our wait times are never long. The staff also has good knowledge of the menu which comes in handy when trying something new. Our family enjoys the food so much that we are having them cater my parents wedding.
(5)Jack and Kissy I.
We finally tried this Best of Madison establishment. Was early on a Saturday night when we were in Sun Prairie and decided to stop in. Prime Rib night, and though there were some really delicious looking things on the menu, the waitress recommended the Prime Rib. We both ordered ours medium. Jack ordered the French Onion soup to start. Wow, what a nice start. That alone may have been best ever! We also both chose the garlic mashed and the house veggie - corn, to accompany our entree, and good choice it was. Our prime ribs came out and the first bites were simple amazing. So many prime ribs taste like, well, meat. Theirs is seasoned to perfection, which is key. The manager visited just after those first bites and he noticed Jack's cut was overcooked for medium and said he'd replace it, that this was not acceptable. Jack didn't want to see it go back so turned him down. The manager took a percentage off the bill as an apology! So, here comes the awards: Best prime rib ever. Best French onion soup ever. Outstanding staff, knew their menu in depth Key point - the manager knew exactly what we ordered when he visited us. He obviously checked before he stopped by. That is amazing service, going that extra step. Bravo. We will be back.
(5)Steve L.
A full year later and the fish fry is still rock solid. My most recent visit was on 10/4/13; attended with 3 other friends. We waited about 30 minutes for a table, which wasn't bad, considering it was a peak dinner time. We placed orders for: baked cod, fried perch, and fried cod. Sides included asparagus, broccolini, and the cheesy potatoes. The food arrived quickly, and it was as great and tasty as ever. Rave reviews from everyone in attendance. The baked cod was flavorful, moist, and tender. Both fried options were perfectly prepared; no grease, excellent breading, and extremely high quality fish. Service was a bit spottier than before; aside from that, a truly outstanding experience, as usual.
(5)Joshua B.
Fish was good here. The bartender was a tad uptight though... I'd say for the price it's a great deal. As others mentioned, the fish is fantastic! Plenty of beers on tap. Buck & Honey's 5 Stars!
(5)Ann K.
The Life Balance menu is what I usually look at. I decided to try a Tofu Parmagiana at 300 calories. It's like a lasagna except there are thin, seared pieces of tofu instead of the noodles. It was so good and so very satisfying. I can't even finish it sometimes. You won't miss meat.
(5)Sarah P.
Great spot for the cheese curds alone. They use Sassy Cow and it is easily the best, dare I say better than Old Fashioned?! They have some competition out here in Sun Prairie. We went for brunch and I have three complaints: not much variety for brunch, and they don't sell fancy coffee. No latte with my brunch, only regular ol coffee. The waitress reported that the new Plate N Barrel opening next door will sell fancy coffee but they only open in the late afternoon. That doesn't make sense to me. Our waitress must have been new, her customer service was off. She served my mom a soda that had garnishes she doesn't like because she can't stand the taste of lemon with her soda. She asked for it specifically without lemon. A good server would have given a brand new soda. This waitress just looked at her and said something to the effect of "oh ok, you can just take the lemon off." To the newbs, if you want to wow with service it's all about the little ways you can take care of people. She got a full tip, we're not asses and it wasn't a big deal, but it caught my attention and made this a three star instead of a four star review. So for brunch we had the following: Sassy cow cheese curds Eggs Benedict Crab cake Benedict Two eggs, toast, hash browns, fruit, and crab cakes A salmon burger Everyone enjoyed their meal, but those cheese curds did me in. I would go back to Buck & Honey's by my own choice and if my parents ever want to go again I'm on board!
(3)Michael J.
A superb menu selection. A casual atmosphere but a tad pricey. My selection were served promptly, and we're quite flavorful. Service was on par, so I wasn't disappointed. Had a really nice dinner overall.
(4)Jenny W.
The food was good, but our waiter was angry for some reason. It could have been because my in-laws (older) and 3 kids were with us. I promise you we are great tippers for that very reason, but he would not give us the tome of day. I Asked for a dinner roll to keep the baby happy and got some packaged crackers thown on the table. This is the 2nd time we have had questionable service here. Not sure when our next visit will be.
(3)China Moon C.
Friday night date night. Fish fry. Drinks. Great ambiance and Bartender. This is my second time here; we were in the mood for fish and decided to check out reviews and decided on B&H. Once we entered, there was a bit of a wait (Friday night, no surprise there.) The lady in front of us was all exasperated because her party had a 20 minute wait. After she huffed off I greeted the hostess with a smile and said, "There'll be just two (2) of us, we don't mind the wait and we'll be at the bar until you're ready for us. The name is China, like the country." In which she smiled and replied, "I love you." *chuckling* I said "hey, fellow service industry workers have to stick together; on and off the clock." He saved me a seat at the bar and our Bartender's name was Kevin; my beau ordered the New Belgium Snapshot beer. I asked Kevin if he had any mint, he said not quite yet; next month for sure. So I ordered a Hendrick's gin cocktail with muddled lemon and lime on the rocks topped with 7-Up. He said, "a woman who knows what she wants. Perfect." My beau ordered the Perch and I had the deep fried cod with the asparagus. Awesome... I will be back; hopefully it won't take another two (2) years. You should go here. Soon!
(5)Laura Kate S.
The first time I tried to visit Buck & Honey's was in July. I came with my fiance an hour before the closing time listed on their website. We thought we'd get something light to eat on a weekend night. No such luck. The place was clearly in the process of closing and the kitchen had longsince closed. This week, I returned hoping for a better experience. Heck, any experience! I went to Buck & Honey's with my mom for dinner. We were greeted by a very courteous hostess and our waitress was very smiley as she explained the myriad of specials. I had the potato soup and the tenderloin salad and my mother the tilapia with shrimp. Both were nice, but nothing to write home about. Our waitress, however, was nice enough, but very lacking in the ability to wait on a table. She was slow, never returned with things she said she was bringing, and left the appetizer dishes sitting on the table after 3 'check-in' visits. It was rather bizarre. In the end, it wasn't a bad meal. It was alright. We both enjoyed our food. But the service and the very noisy table neighbors, along with the rather high price, made us unsure if we'll give Buck & Honey's another shot.
(3)Huma S.
We had an engagement party for my dearest son at The Barrel Room at Buck & Honeys this past Sunday. The food was great and the service was top notch. I wanted to make our traditional samosas and Chris Franks, one of the owners, very kindly offered a space in their very own kitchen for us to make them the day before the party. It worked out wonderfully. Samosas are one of the traditional appetizers in Pakistan and a family favorite. I really wanted to incorporate a bit of tradition at this very important event of our lives. Thanks Chris and Tom for the beautiful event and appreciation for the culture! I couldn't imagine a better spot then The Barrel Room to hold this event!
(5)John W.
One of my favorites. Outdoor dining and entertainment in summer is best on East Madison or Sun Prairie. Constant menu changes my only frustration. Keep the scallop pasta on there and I'd be 5 star.
(4)Fei X.
This location use to be a Beef O'Bradys. They sure classes up the joint and surrounded the bar with a classier dining room. There's an extension of the restaurant into what use to be the old entrance and now includes a special dining room off to the side. For the kids there's a small arcade. The menu is just barely higher priced for Sun Prairie but is really priced right to justify the excellently prepare meal. While I was there, I could not get the WiFi o work even though I was repeatedly told it's the phone number for the restaurant. I can't really deduct any stars for that--after all you go there for the dining experience.
(5)Sarah Z.
My husband and I just had the pizza from Buck & Honey's for the first time recently, so I HAD to post an update. We only ordered the Mac & Cheese pizza, but OH.MY.GOODNESS. We ate it at least two weeks ago and my mouth still waters just thinking about it. They use several types of REAL cheese and serve it on a thin crust. Mind = blown. I've had mac & cheese pizza before, but never like this.
(4)Tamara C.
Tried the restaurant week menu. I had a taste of the Ahi appetizer (coming back for the full thing later), steak Gorgonzola pasta, and my hubby had the BBQ chicken and ribs. The mashed taters and corn were also tasty. Not a bad taste in the bunch and the meats were all done properly...no over or under-cooking.
(5)Tom Q.
Anyone who knows me knows that I looooove a good fish fry. Buck & Honey's serves up one of the best I've had. I ordered the cod and out came three good-sized pieces of fish. The batter was great: light, crispy and well-seasoned. Got cheesy hash for my side - thebomb.com . The fry also comes with a rye (?) roll and coleslaw. They were nothing to write home about, but fared far better than some other places. Beer selection was better than expected and the service was super attentive for a frantic Friday night This place gets packed on Friday, so make a reservation or expect to wait at least 30 minutes. Despite the huuuuge space, you probably won't find a seat at the bar while you wait. I promise you, it's worth it. Sun Prairie wins again.
(4)Carrie O.
Disappointed... Great atmosphere & wonderful smells upon entering, but after that nothing spectacular. Food was generic & plated very basically- unlike their website pics. I had the Breaded Tilapia & bacon wrapped shrimp with green beans & sweet potato fries. Boring, a little greasy, & salty. Sorry, way better options when I'm in the area...
(3)Adam B.
Great atmosphere. Really good food! I had the fish tacos and my girlfriend had the chipotle chicken pasta. Both were amazing. Good selection of tap beers as well
(4)Tatjana F.
Very hit or miss for me. The food is usually okay but the atmosphere and wait staff is what turns me off the most about this place. Its always jam pack! The tables are so close together and service is soooooo slow. The food is average but pricey for what it is.
(2)T N.
The food is good but very pricey for what you get. The waitstaff has always been very very slow and takes forever to just get your drinks. Everybody is always very nice though. The atmosphere is very neat, especially the outside sitting area. They always have some sort of live music going on.
(3)Miranda K.
I went here midday on a Saturday for lunch. The food was pretty good and everything on the menu sounded good. I saw some of the personal pizzas, and I will be back to try them! I had the chicken, bacon, ranch panini with sweet fries. The fries were seriously awesome. The panini was decent, but not great. It was just dripping with ranch; I couldn't even taste the bacon. The chicken was a little tough and could all come out when I tried to bite. My boyfriend got the jambalaya and slammed the whole thing -- it's spicy, be warned! The services and everything was great; I'll be back.
(3)Bumper K.
Great place to eat and great live music! Good family environment as well!!
(5)Clay P.
Gave it a try and would go back. Good service and the food OK. Like to try the outdoor seating and a steak / mac & cheese. Pizza was really good, reminded me bit of Piasans from way back. AYCE mussels were OK and the crab stuffed tenderloin friend had was quite good. Bread pudding was top notch. pt II - went back . prime rib , bbq ribs, mac/cheese pizza and some apps were good but the service definitely dipped, although they were bit busier. no more bread pudding on desert menu because it was "too labor intense" ; per staff, sucks. like to try their fish fry; but no real hurry.
(3)Margaret M.
Ate here with a large group. The service was terrific and very accommodating. Friendly atmosphere and it felt like they were really happy to see us. The food was excellent. I had the walleye and it was terrific. My cousin had a pasta dish and she was very pleased as well. There wasn't one complaint among us.
(4)Ben B.
Darn good brunch, though wasn't expecting to spend as much. Maybe prices were jacked for Mother's Day. Whatever the price, I'm still tempted to come back for cheese curds and fish fry.
(4)Sam N.
Good service. Lunch menu was decent.
(4)Amanda A.
The food was very good. I had the prime rib sandwich and it was wonderful. The fries were ok. My son's mac and cheese was really good too. The service was pretty poor. The waitress didn't seem to care we were there. I'd give the food and place 4 stars and the service 2.
(3)Rebecca P.
Decent restaurant...very busy on Friday night. This restaurant menu is so similar to Bonfyre in Madison...they need some originality. Decent beer selection and ok prices, seem a little high for being in sun prairie. Service was good...fish fry was ok, but there are better in the area for sure.
(3)Brie P.
We came here on a Saturday night and were nervous when we saw a live band setting up (the last few times we've been anywhere with live music it is always ungodly loud). They were doing restaurant week specials and my husband got the New York strip with bleu cheese, which was good. And the wine they recommended with it was a wonderful suggestion. I had the prime rib which was excellent for the price. Our food was served quickly, very quickly actually. Our server (Ryan) was excellent and we never went without water and plates were cleared away quickly. He also was quick to point out specials and it was $1 off glasses of wine when we were there. The atmosphere is nice, if not a bit eclectic. There's live music, but televisions are showing sports, but it's also romantically lit with wine pictures on the wall. It's loud but not so loud you can't hear the people at your table. In short, a nice place for a date night. We'll be back.
(4)Toni F.
Had a private function here - beautiful space and the staff was attentive and friendly. Not much here for vegan's and the kitchen didn't try to accommodate very well even though they had all the ingredients to make a great salad!
(2)T. D.
Fri fish fry...mmm...ok. Culver's is better and you can have it anytime you want!!!
(3)Lisa H.
Fish fry reminiscent of Culver's cod. Three decent sized pieces were heavy on the breading and the grease. Served with a rich and fatty glop of cheesy hash browns and a coleslaw swimming in mayo. The roll that came with the meal was quite good: warm and fresh-tasting. If I do go back I will try something else. Did not enjoy the ambiance of the indoor "patio" area, which was open to a mall hallway.
(2)Dave O.
Very nice atmosphere. Some fun outdoor seating options with live music on the weekends. Staff consistently does a good job, very professional. Great menu & they emphasize local products such as Sassy Cow. You'll enjoy the experience, a local gem.
(5)Terrence R.
This is a new place that takes over the building that was Beef O Brady's. Fortunately, the only thing this place has in common with that dump (see review: yelp.com/biz/beef-o-brad… ) is the address. Buck & Honey's is your standard American fare, but with a little zest. The menu isn't huge, but offers your standard steaks, pasta, pizza, burgers, salads, soups, fish, etc. I was told by the waitstaff that all the food was "made from scratch" and most of their stuff was local. I had the Bomber's Special pizza (pictured) and it was fantastic. It's your normal Wisconsin style flat thin crust pizza. I don't understand the appeal to this style of pizza over normal pizza cut into triangles, but maybe that's just my NYC brain. Either way, it was great. People say that Anna's pizza in Sun Prairie is good.. this made Anna's taste like one of those Red Baron pizzas. The pie was large, the cheese and veggies tasted fresh, and the pizza itself had a bit of heat to it which kept the flavor on your tongue long enough that you never lost the taste in between bites. The decor is a bit fancy, but soft and inviting. The staff seemed friendly and welcoming. Seems like a big focus on local; the artwork on display features Georgia O'Keefe as well as other Sun Prairie history. The owners are an old couple from the city. In fact, Buck once owned farm land in the exact spot that his restaurant is located. The redesign from Beef O Brady's is well improved as well. They actually have an entrance and you dont have to go through the stupid little mall to get in. They have turned that old entrance area into a patio style atrium (see pic) for dining. Lots of local beer on tap, some TVs in the bar area, and a little stage area for live music make it a great place to spend an evening. It's in a bit of a weird location, so I hope they do well. Can't wait to get back and try the crazy good looking dessert menu.
(4)Simian S.
My fiance and I went to Buck and Honey's today for lunch. We expected that it would be pretty quiet at lunch time on a weekday (Friday), but we didn't expect to encounter such dour, inattentive waitstaff. When we walked in, there was no one at the hostess stand- we waited a couple of minutes, some guy who appeared to work there wandered by but didn't even acknowledge our presence. Finally, the hostess showed up. She didn't say hello or welcome, or even smile- just glanced at us and said "two?" in a flat, emotionless voice. She started to show us to a table, and a waitress came up to talk to her, so the hostess told us to "hold it" so she could finish her conversation before showing us to our table. Our waiter was also completely emotionless, barely talked to us, and never asked us how things were or if we wanted dessert. He refilled our water once. When our food came out, it was the hostess who brought it out, but she clearly didn't know which table it was supposed to go to, so she wandered around looking confused until she finally figured out we were the only table who didn't have our food yet. The food itself wasn't bad, but not stellar, either. We ordered a Thai chicken pizza to share. It was decent- it was nice that it was on a thin crust, though the crust was really dry and bland with not a lot of flavor to it, so I kind of felt like I was eating cardboard with tasty toppings. Overall it was ok, but really overpriced. Definitely NOT worth $!9 for a pizza. And definitely not good enough to overcome the mediocre service. It wasn't a terrible dining experience, so I wouldn't rule out going there again (maybe to try the fish fry?) , but I'd probably be more likely to choose somewhere else.
(2)Toni R.
Love, love, love B&H. Food is delicious and beautifully presented without being pretentious. At lunch I'm always torn between the ahi tuna salad and the berry scallop salad. Dinner entrees are universally tasty. Service is friendly and professional. Plus, this non-chain restaurant is locally owned and a huge supporter of the local community. You won't regret going to Buck & Honey's!
(5)Dawn O.
Stopped for lunch, server was extremely helpful!! I had the Buffalo Chicken Salad and it was fabulous!! We also had the Firecracker Shrimp App and that was also very very good. I love Buck & Honey's, can be very hard to get a table on a Friday or Saturday evening but that just means they have good food and service!! We will return!!
(4)Steve A.
let's start by saying this is our 4th visit to the establishment and they always sit us in the corridor outside the main restaurant. We are celebrating both Mother's Day and my 64th birthday, what a mistake by coming here. Sat down and immediately the waiter took both our drink and dinner order. It is all downhill after that. Linda's salad was brought out, still no drinks and they finally arrived when she finished the salad. In the meantime we notice other people arriving and being seated, also issues with the meal for the couple sitting next to us. We start to talk with them and find out of the poor service they have received, also about the extended wait for their desserts to arrive. We watch a couple of young ladies who arrived 20 minutes after we have receive their dinners and we are still waiting. Finally someone stops by our table and asks how we are doing and I say we have not received our meals and have already waited 45 minutes. He leaves to check and then our waiter, needs to find a different profession, stops by to say he forgot to put our dinner order in until after we had spoken to the other person. Then the manager comes over and apologizes for the mistake and says he will cut our bill by 50%, let me say it should have been FREE. The meal finally arrives more than an hour after we ordered and suffice to say mine still wasn't completely what I ordered and didn't get corrected until the manager stopped at the table again. I could not wait to get out of the place and have no intention of returning. My wife said to me as we walked out that it was her worst dining experience EVER. Happy Celebrations for us, not quite.
(1)Joe D.
Stopped in for lunch and was very underwhelmed. Service was poor despite there being not much of a crowd. Ordered a grilled chicken pesto on ciabatta and it was edible but nothing to get excited over. Even the hand cut fries tasted like they had been sitting in oil too long. My wife had a club sandwich that had borderline burnt bread. Sorely disappointed and doubt we will be back.
(1)Sue A.
Food is good and the best fried cheese curds ever!
(5)Andrea M.
Everything here was just average. Average burgers and average pasta dishes. Nothing set them apart from a standard chain restaurant. The prices were fine and the waiter we has was great but this is the kind of place I won't really seek out to go again.
(2)Genevieve P.
I have eaten at Buck & Honey's more times than I care to admit. The service is always excellent and my food has been done to perfection with the exception of one occasion (even then, it was pretty good). I really enjoy the local live music, the upscale but casual atmosphere and the amazing and consistent waitstaff. Their pizza is divine (the Bomber Special is a must -try!), their soups are always good and the Friday Fish Fry is the best (cod) I have ever had. The desserts are yummy and ever-changing and the bread pudding is awesome!
(5)Nancy W.
We tried this place for fish and were not disappointed. The people at the hostess stand are very friendly and attentive. Nothing I hate more than being ignored when you arrive. We had a reservation, and were actually a little late because of traffic, but got right in. We had both the deep fried and the baked cod. It comes with cheesy hashbrowns, that we were told are only prepared on Friday night. A little disappointing that there is no option for a baked potato, but the hashbrowns are good. The fish, baked and fried, was excellent. Creamy style coleslaw was also good. Your meal arrives all on a nice plate, no plastic cup of coleslaw, which I appreciated. It comes with a warmed roll, that appears to be already buttered on the top. I would have preferred some butter rather than being served this way, but it was an OK roll. They have a huge patio outside where lots of people were enjoying the nice weather, and inside is warm and comfortably decorated. Bottom line, good fish, good service, enjoyable dinner.
(4)L C.
Food was excellent, and a very nice presentation of food! I highly recommend the French Onion Soup!
(4)Steve S.
Take out just as good as dining in! For the first time since they opened I ordered take out from Buck and Honey's and it was just as satisfying as eating there, except you miss the exceptional service you receive from Tom & Chris's crew! Special shout out to Aimee and Beth, they rock!
(5)Heather C.
We went here for the first time last night. The décor/ambiance is very nice. The two people up front, who were obviously managers, were very polite. However, our waiter did not bring us any refills or even ask if we wanted any. At the end of our meal he tried to make small talk with us, but it wasn't really appreciated at that point. To start we tried the jumbo shrimp and cheese curds appetizer. The shrimp was good, but the cheese curds were just meh. My entrée was eggplant parmesan served on fettuccine with cream sauce. It was really good. My dining partner had the ribs, they were not so good. He stated that he had to use all the strength in his hands to tear the ribs apart. Anyone who knows ribs, knows that the meat should just fall right off the bone, but he was gnawing at it, which is gross. A minor that was with us had the kids' cheeseburger. The cheeseburger got a thumbs down. I could have cooked a better burger at home for wayyy cheaper. The three of us shared a teeny tiny chocolate cheesecake. It was about the shape and size of a hockey puck. It didn't taste like cheesecake at all. It was just blah. All of our food arrived nicely arranged on fancy plates, however, minus the eggplant dish, that did not make this mediocre meal taste any better, and the bill after tip was 80 bucks for the privilege. Buck and Honey's is ,indeed, in the old location where Beef O' Bradys was, and that place really blew. Unfortunately, Buck and Honey's is only marginally better at this time, and certainly A LOT more expensive. Perhaps with time, and a lobotomy they will improve.
(2)Bill P.
Bartender was fantastic only problem was value of my meal. $15 for a slice of lasagna is way over priced. Some garlic bread would have been nice. Very good beer selection.
(3)Anna L.
My friend Meg and I have been out here on a number of occasions. We thinks it's the best fish fry in the Madison-area. Tasty brandy-old fashioned sweets, fantastic batter on the cod, tasty cole slaw (although I don't really like cole-slaw). Most notable are their cheesy hash browns which are the most delicious of all.
(5)Tony K.
FRIED CHEESE CURDS! These are the best cheese curds I have ever had. I have been to the Old Fashioned and everywhere in between, nothing comes close to this place. Sassy Cow Creamery is right down the road and they get the curds fresh daily. They also make two dipping sauces in-house and they rock!
(5)A.D. M.
The food was solid. The service was decent. The atmosphere was nice and relaxed, however the food was not worth the price. Total bill came to over $50 and that was with coupons. Making the menu sound impressive doesn't mean the food has to cost an arm and a leg. I ordered pot roast. It shouldn't have been as expensive as it was.
(3)Stacey O.
Love the atmosphere, GREAT service too. My husbands walleye was very good.. i had fish tacos which really were not the best.. will def come back and try again,hoping i just made bad menu choice!
(3)Tyler R.
I would say that this is easily the best place to go in in Sun Prairie. We have been here about 6 times and it has consistently been good. I have ordered steak, fried fish, entrees... it's all pretty good. The kids meals are well portioned and the kids eat it. They rotate their menu and the beer on tap - that makes repeat business worth while. It can be pretty busy on a Friday night. They have filled a need in town.
(4)John G.
In town looking for lunch saw the reviews on yelp. Had the buffalo chicken crispy salad excellent combination of flavors blended well Also had pepperoni,salami turkey sandwich crispy chewy bun with a special dipping sauce again flavors blended well funny thing waitress convinced to order the most awesome cheesy hash browns and the meal came with appeared to be regular hash browns. She went back to the kitchen to get an order and found out they were out of the ingredients. Now we have to come back. We think it was a setup.
(5)Steven B.
First time going was last night for the fish fry. I don't do reviews but they deserved one. Food all around was delicious and we bragged about it to friends later on. Service was the best we've had in a long time and the drinks were strong. It's not the cheapest fish fry around, but very well might be the best. Highly recommend and will be repeat customers.
(5)Debra B.
We ordered food to go and were quite pleased with it. One was a Chicken and the other Turkey. The garlic potatoes were very good. Meat was moist and tender. Our friends had a pizza which appeared to have the garlic uncut as a whole on the pizza. They chose not to eat that, but they said it was very good regardless. Ambiance is good. We will go back!
(4)David P.
My wife and I went to Buck & Honey's for lunch. The decor is nice and the place has an open feel. I had a sandwich and my wife had a small steak. The food was good to excellent. The french onion soup was on point though. I highly recommend it.
(4)Ben N.
Pretty good food, but the fish tacos I ordered were rather dry and the wait staff was weird about us asking to switch tables (the one we were at had the sun shining right in our eyes.) But the service was friendly, and I'd probably go back. I would just make sure to sit inside the next time.
(3)Matt K.
Went to Buck and Honey's last night and fell in love with the ambiance and the food. The roasted chicken with the garlic butter was delicious as was the red cabbage coleslaw with an asian kick. The chocolate cheesecake was incredible.
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