Located on the first floor of Union South, the Sett boasts a large menu with breakfast options as well as classic pub fare, accented by a rare tap list. The Sett Pub is a place to gather on game days, or relax and enjoy some live entertainment. Take your food upstairs for some extra seating to overlook the stage!
On the lower level, the Sett Rec offers exciting group activities such as bowling, rock climbing and billiards. With its own specialized menu, the Sett Rec is the perfect spot to hang out with friends and family and indulge in some light eats.
Based on 204 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.1 stars. Price
Address:
1308 W Dayton St room 105, Madison, WI 53715
Phone: (608) 890-4401
Website: https://union.wisc.edu/dine/find-food-and-drink/the-sett/
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Bella Berg
I’ve been to The Sett a couple of times since I’ve been a student at UW, but until today, have only really tried their burgers (which are decent enough). I honestly wish I hadn’t decided to branch out and try their boneless chicken wings with garlic parmesan sauce, because it was one of the most bizarre eating experiences I’ve had. The wings have the consistency of tofu and taste like the most subpar popcorn chicken. Not only this, but the sauce weirdly tastes like cream of mushroom soup, and has the same thickness. I’ve had better experiences eating Rhetas buffet-style sushi at 4pm than this. Besides the aforementioned chicken incident, I don’t have too many complains. The staff are wonderful, food gets done in a reasonable time, and most of their other food is pretty on par with the rest of the university restaurants. Just whatever you do, don’t get the chicken.
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C S
First time ordering here at Sett. Wasn’t in the mood for a burger, so I went to try their new Buffalo Chicken Wrap. I’m glad to see they have a grilled option, as I cannot consume alcohol in any form (all their fried items are beer-battered). However, that does include their fries, hence why I got carrots and celery.
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Rafael Lima
The food is decent, and they sometimes have events like trivia nights or live music. Additionally, the bowling alley and game room is great fun for a group hangout. However, they sometimes have limited options for the items on their menu, and usually if you arrive at 7pm or later, they only serve drinks and appetizers (fries, cheese curds, etc.).
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Ali Rafi
Ordered a mushroom Swiss burger with sweet onion fries. It was delicious! Giving this place a 3.0 because the table was sticky and unclean. But I did return another time for a chicken sandwich and fries. The food was good!
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Jay Fleisher
In general, pretty good food. During the late Fall, Winter, and early Spring, I wish the doors to the patio were ‘Emergency Exits Only’ that could not be opened from outside. Every time one of these doors is opened, if dining in the Sett, you get hit with a blast of cold air. With my unsteady hands, I cannot carry those featherweight cardboard trays up to the 2nd level without spilling/dropping food or drink just to avoid the cold drafts.
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Andrea Kyle
I really dig their beer battered fries, especially paired with the special sett sauce. This place is right in the student union so there is often a lot of traffic going in and out, but if you’re looking for a quick, greasy bite to eat, this is the place to be!
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Terry Bowes
Too few plant based options. Great place for lots of kids, as it’s designed.
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Jay Fleisher
I’m downgrading my previous rating of 4 stars to 3 because:
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Christopher McAllester
Somewhat pricey but good food, noisy but a good place to meet if you’re in the area or have a large social group from the University. Occasionally have shows and live bands, almost always have background music and a huge TV for sports.
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Avery man
Been to this place a few times feeling 5-star good. Until today I was given a chicken sandwich without chicken. It was a to-go order, so I only found it 30 mins later. I was too hungry too tired to go back to argue for the missing chicken. I would consider it a rare mistake so I give it a 3-star based on previous experiences.
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