FreshFin

Located in the lobby of The James, FreshFin is a successful Poke franchise with locations in both Utah and Wisconsin. In a statement on their website, FreshFin proclaims that “Our Mission is to promote a healthier lifestyle in our communities, by serving great tasting food with excellent value and service.” The restaurant offers a variety of house-crafted poke bowls for all diets, with their most popular being the spicy tuna bowl.I personallyenjoythe“MangoTango”bowl, a great option for savory-sweet fanatics. Another special feature of FreshFin is how they have many different bases, including lemon herbed quinoa and zucchini noodles. On-the-go diners will enjoy FreshFin’s mobile app, on which customers can redeem rewards to earn free bowls and donate meals to Feeding America.

No matter which of these popular poke destinations you pick,you’re bound to walk awaywith a full belly and a tropical state of mind.

The hamburger has designated itself as America’s chef-d’oeuvre, acting as one of the most favored items on any restaurant’s menu. Whether you are in a college town, a five-star restaurant, or a suburban drive-through, this Americanized go-to has deemed itself a classic.

In Madison, Wisconsin, a good burger is not hard to come by. The college town is home to a plethora of sports bars and famous bistros; however, there is one place that simply holds the reign for the best burger in Madison: DLUX.

The upscale burger restaurant is located with a view of Madison’s capital, and the name says it all, as this burger is as deluxe as it comes. The OG smash burgers’ crispy edges, and juicy inside are smothered with the most decadent layer of cheese, shredded lettuce, caramelized onions, pickles, and their beloved thousand island dressing.

The restaurant also offers popular appetizers as an ideal side to their immaculate patties. You can’t go wrong with the appetizers and sides, whether it is cured black pepper cheese curds, battered fried pickles or famous parmesan and truffle cream fries.

While the restaurant and its delicious craft cocktails are most popular among Madison locals, it acts as a staple for many UW-Madison students.

“When I take a bite of the burger, the cheese melts in my mouth alongside the special sauce, and I simply feel like I’m in heaven,” says student Sydney Albert.

For restaurant-goers with dietary restrictions, the restaurant offers many alternatives to your traditional patty. The “sorta burgers” section of the menu hosts a variety of vegan and vegetarian options, includwwing everyone to enjoy the burger joint.