Eat the Madison Series: B&H

Buck and Honey's (Madison): Bright Vibe, Mixed Bites—Skip the Steak 🥩 Buck and Honey's has a nice, bright, and spacious vibe—great for a casual meal. But the food? It’s pretty “meh” overall, with some hits and a big miss. Here’s my honest take, plus a key tip for ordering: 📍 Vibe: Airy & Bright First, the space is lovely—open, well-lit, and not cramped. We sat near a window, and even though it was summer, Madison’s wind had a cool little bite to it 🪟. Perfect for a relaxed chat, but the food didn’t quite match the ambiance. 🍤 The Hits (and a Big Miss) Shrimp ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The only standout! The shrimp was fresh, cooked just right (tender, not rubbery), and had a simple, tasty seasoning. If you go, this is a safe pick. Steak ⭐️ Yikes—this was a letdown. The doneness was way off (we ended up sending it back initially, and even the redo was underwhelming). It was tough, and the seasoning felt afterthought. Definitely skip this. Pro Tip: Ask for less salt! Every dish we tried was on the salty side—mentioning it to the server makes a huge difference. 🍷 Drinks: Italian Wine Saves the Day Unsure what to sip? Go for the Italian wine—It’s a total safe bet. Smooth, not too heavy, and paired well with the shrimp (and even the so-so sides). No weird flavors here, just reliable. 🥂 Final Thought: Casual, But Not Memorable Buck and Honey's is fine for a low-key meal with friends—thanks to the bright space and decent shrimp. But with that underwhelming steak and salty default seasoning, it won’t make my “must-return” list. Raise a glass to the past, and to better meals ahead 🥂. #food #InternationalStudentEats #StudentFoodHunt #BeautifulMeals #FoodDiary #Madison #MadisonFoodHunt #MadisonLife #MadisonFood