Blue Velvet, Madison

Located in downtown Madison, on West Gilman Street, Blue Velvet is a nightspot that comes highly recommended by the locals. It is a lounge bar with nice lightning and specialty drinks that can only be found here. The staff is pleasant and does its best to make you feel at home. Blue Velvet has a wide variety of cocktails and an excellent selection of beer. If you plan to have an outstanding night out in Madison, Blue Velvet is definitely the right place.

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Sight Name: Blue Velvet
Sight Location: Madison, USA (See walking tours in Madison)
Sight Type: Food/Drink

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