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Dotty Dumpling's Dowry
317 N Frances St
Madison, WI 53703
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#31 of 421 restaurants in Madison
  • Cuisines: Steakhouse
Traveler Description: Dotty Dumplings Dowry is known for their best burgers in Madison for over 25 years! Throught the years they have moved to many different locations but more »
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“Good food, nice atmosphere”
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4 of 5 stars
BigScreenHD 10 contributions
Southeast Wisconsin
Apr 18, 2009

We found a reference to this establishment as having the best burgers in Wisconsin. While I'm not sure that the claim can hold water, the burgers we had were very good. I had a cheddar melt burger, which tasted very good, but was also quite sloppy to eat. The other burgers in our party were also good, and easier to... more

“I miss the old location...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 15, 2008

I miss the old location and atmosphere. Mostly because this is where my husband and I had our first date. more

“The cutest staff ever! Oh and great burgers :)”
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5 of 5 stars
Dumpette317 1 contribution
Dumpette317
Sep 17, 2008

Dott'ys has the best burgers all around. Where else do you know that you can get a burger with such great quality meat and actually get it cooked RARE if you ask for it?! No where! Not to mention the great beer and liquor selection! more

“Overrated”
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 21, 2008
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“A downtown classic pub...”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 6, 2008

A downtown classic pub restaurant. more

“Unique selection of...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 3, 2008

Unique selection of burgers. more

“Great bar food and more!”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 3, 2008

Great bar food and more! more

“Good "bar" food. Nice...”
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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 15, 2008

Good "bar" food. Nice appetizers. more

“To me the burgers aren't...”
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 8, 2008
0/2 found this review helpful

To me the burgers aren't as impressive as everyone says and they charge extra for fries, etc. Fries should come with a burger no matter what! more

“Love it!”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 29, 2008

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Dotty Dumpling's Dowry Address

317 N Frances St, Madison, WI 53703
Tel: 608-259-0000
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.