Great Dane Pub – American
This lively neighborhood hub hums with the warmth of a classic brewpub, where the aroma of toasted malt and golden-fried appetizers invites guests to linger over communal tables. The kitchen elevates traditional pub fare into a sensory feast, pairing squeaky, hand-battered cheese curds and salt-dusted pretzels with vibrant, smoke-kissed salads and zesty grilled wings. It is a spirited destination where the clink of glasses and the bold flavors of elevated comfort food create an atmosphere of effortless, everyday celebration.
876 Jupiter Drive, Madison WI 53718 https://greatdanepub.com/locations/eastside-madison/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, kosher, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, renal, tlc, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the exceptional burgers and the welcoming atmosphere that makes it a perfect spot for family gatherings. Standout dishes include the high-quality burgers, while guests frequently praise the polite and attentive service staff
Menu
Starters
- Old Glory Cheese Curds - $11: American Pale Ale batter, chimichurri ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yakitori - $12: Ginger-soy marinated chicken skewers, leeks, sake-soy glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- King Street Nachos - $16.5: Corn tortilla chips, cheese, black beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, cilantro, pickled onion, jalapeños Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bavarian Pretzel - $11: Handmade pretzel, Peck's Pilsner mustard, cheese sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili-Lime Grilled Chicken Wings - $18: Herb-brined, Tajín-rubbed, slow-smoked, chipotle citrus sauce, ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Great Dane Pub Wings (6-pack) - $13: Choice of sauce, Gorgonzola dressing Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Boneless Wings - $17: Beer-battered white meat, choice of sauce, Gorgonzola dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Salads & Bowls
- Hail Caesar Salad - $13: Romaine, creamy Caesar, pretzel croutons, Parmesan crisps, anchovy Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Roasted Artichoke and Beet Salad - $15: Red beets, baby spinach, avocado, roasted artichokes, feta, pickled red onion, lemon vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Smoked Chicken Chopped Salad - $17: Romaine, mixed greens, smoked chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, cheddar, hard-boiled egg, bacon, ranch, pretzel croutons Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Chimichurri Ranch Steak Salad - $18: Carne asada, avocado, tortilla strips, black beans, roasted corn salsa, cherry tomato, radish, red onion, romaine, feta, chimichurri ranch Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Korean Rice Bowl - $18.5: Flank steak or tofu, Korean BBQ sauce, carrot, bell pepper, cucumber, scallion, cilantro, sesame, mushrooms, bok choy, egg Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mediterranean Falafel Bowl - $15: Falafel, hummus, tabbouleh, mixed greens, cherry tomato, olives, cucumber, feta, lemon-Dijon vinaigrette, tzatziki, naan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- High Point Harvest Bowl - $16: Brown rice, red quinoa, broccoli, sweet potato, roasted beets, spiced cashews, edamame, dried apricot, pickled red onion, sesame-crusted tofu, orange-ginger dressing, balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Steak Frites - $20: Marinated flank steak, frites, beer-braised onions, horseradish-Dijon aioli Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Baja Fish Tacos - $16: Beer-battered cod, chipotle aioli, jalapeño-cilantro slaw, pico de gallo, Habanero Hellfire sauce, salsa verde, black beans, cilantro rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pot Pie - $16: White-meat chicken, vegetables, potatoes, puff pastry, applesauce, pretzel Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Beer-Braised Salmon - $20: Seared salmon, leeks, baby spinach, garlic mashed potatoes, Peck's Pilsner cream sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Thai Chicken Linguini - $18: Ginger-scallion chicken, bell pepper, bok choy, spinach, red onion, carrot, linguini, peanut sauce, cilantro, peanuts
- New London Fish Fry - $17: Haddock, Peck's Pilsner batter, tartar sauce, malt vinegar, slaw, pub fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Caballero Chicken Enchiladas - $17: Corn tortillas, smoked chicken, cheddar, tomatillo-poblano-chipotle salsa, sour cream, pico de gallo, black beans, cilantro rice
- Wisconsin-Style Cheddar Mac - $14: Sharp cheddar, Gruyère, Parmesan sauce, cheddar-sourdough breadcrumbs, house pretzel roll Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Buffalo Mac & Cheese - $20: Cheddar, gruyere, Parmesan sauce, grilled chicken, 3-alarm hot sauce, scallion, tomato, Gorgonzola
Burgers
- Pub Burger - $14.5: Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bavarian Burger - $16.5: Roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions, Butterkäse cheese, horseradish-Dijon aioli, romaine, garlic butter pretzel roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Dog Smash Melt - $16.5: Double smash patties, sharp cheddar, white American cheese, sweet onions, Big Dog Sauce, Scotch Ale pickles, sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Texarkana Burger - $16: Sharp cheddar, chipotle stout BBQ sauce, bacon, haystack onion, chipotle cream cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Wraps
- Caesar Wrap - $13.5: Grilled chicken, romaine, Parmesan, Caesar dressing, vegetable tortilla Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mayan Chicken Wrap - $14: Grilled chicken, guacamole, roasted corn salsa, mixed greens, cilantro dressing, spinach tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Gyro - $16: Seven-spiced pork, grilled naan, lemon-garlic yogurt sauce, romaine, tomato, onion, cilantro, dill pickle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Turkey Sandwich - $17: House-smoked Cajun turkey, bacon, baby spinach, tomato, cucumber, sharp cheddar, chipotle aioli, sesame French bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Onion Soup Grilled Cheese - $15: Red wine-caramelized onions, Gruyère, Swiss, baby spinach, sourdough
- Pesto Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $15: Pesto chicken, spinach, artichoke spread, tomato, smoked mozzarella, pesto aioli, sourdough
- Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich - $14.5: Fried chicken breast, Nashville hot sauce, Scotch Ale pickles, creamy slaw, chipotle mayo, toasted bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Hot Pastrami Reuben - $15: House-cured pastrami, Swiss, Sauerkraut, Thousand Island, marble rye
Brunch
- Playa Burrito - $15: Chimichurri flank steak, pepper jack, scrambled eggs, crispy potato, pico de gallo, tomatillo poblano salsa
- Sloppy Kisses Breakfast Sandwich - $16: Stella's Hot & Spicy Cheese Bread, fried eggs, bacon, sharp cheddar, arugula, tomato, caramelized onions, breakfast potatoes Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Huevos Divorciados - $15: Chorizo, black beans, ranchero salsa, roasted poblano and tomatillo salsa, fried eggs, queso fresco, onion, cilantro, jalapeño
- Shrimp & Grits - $18: Gulf shrimp, sunny-side up egg, bacon, andouille sausage, sharp cheddar grits, scallion Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Tex-Mex Breakfast Grain Bowl - $14: Cilantro rice, black beans, scrambled eggs, ranchero salsa, queso fresco, avocado, cilantro, pickled red onion, salsa fresca, corn tortillas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Spinach & Gruyere Crepes - $16: Baby spinach, gruyere, arugula, lemon-tarragon cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Salmon Benedict - $15: House-smoked salmon, avocado, poached egg, English muffin, hollandaise, breakfast potatoes Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Challah French Toast - $12: Thick-cut challah bread, sweet batter, fresh berries, maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Daner's Breakfast - $13: Two eggs, breakfast potatoes, bacon or sausage, buttermilk biscuit with jam
- Biscuits & Gravy - $13: Two buttermilk biscuits, sausage gravy, bacon, two eggs
Desserts
- Black & Tan Brownie - $8: Cream cheese and chocolate brownie, vanilla bean ice cream, stout fudge, hot caramel, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Peanut Butter Cheesecake - $8: Pretzel crust, peanut butter, Black Earth Porter-chocolate ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Beignet - $12: Six warm croissant beignets, Black Earth Porter chocolate ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $3: Pepsi products
- Dane Rootbeer - $4: House-made root beer Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Cold Brew Martini - $10: Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur, Tito's Handmade Vodka, simple syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- House Margarita - $11: Milagro Silver Tequila, Gran Gala orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, simple syrup
- Dog Gone Cannabis-Infused Seltzer - $8: Hemp-derived Delta 9 THC seltzer (5mg), 12 oz. can Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
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