OSS Madison

Great food, great service, owner is personable and knowledgeable, the menu is more interesting than a blockbuster movie. Once you eat here it will soon become a staple in your life

The cheese curds were the bomb! Very fast and friendly service. Many hotdog and brat options with unique specials.

Best cheese curds in town — I enjoyed these even more than the ones at The Old Fashioned! This is a fun little place to grab dinner with a couple of friends. They had stacks of table/​card games and the perfect set up to play games. The decorations were rustic and quirky, which was perfect for some good ol’ sausage! The sausage orders were very creative: bah mi, curry, mac n’ cheese, and you can even build your own! I am a fan of their raspberry apple cider, and they also had a variety of beers! The only downside to this restaurant was the parking; it’s close to downtown so parking wasn’t easy to find!

This place is awesome. Great service — they’re happy to make a recommendation if you have trouble choosing from one of their unique sausages. I had the donner kabob today (my second visit) — a Mediterranean seasoned lamb and chicken sausage with fresh cucumbers, cabbage, onions, spicy mayo. Perfectly cooked, juicy, nice balance of flavors, satisfying without feeling like a gut bomb. The side of fresh cut fries and cold craft brew were the perfect accompaniment. I’m going back when I’m not in a hurry to have a couple of cold brews while playing something from their great selection of board games with the wife (who’s a fan of their vegetarian options).

If you’re on the fence about coming here, get your ass off the fence and come get some of the best sausage and cheese curds in America. That is all.

Best cheesecurds in the town! They just melt inside your mouth. The sausages are delicious too. Do try both.

Great food. Friendly staff. Enjoyed it! If in Madison you should grab a brat at OSS.

This place was delicious! Definitely the best cheese curds I’ve ever had. They have such a variety of sausages And they have veggie options! The atmosphere was awesome. The staff is friendly, the drinks come in mason jars, and food is delicious. I will definitely be back.

Went back today for lunch and had another really solid meal! The Korean BBQ sausage was god but I thought the caramelized onions overwhelmed the kim chee a bit. Would have liked to have just a bit more of that funky/​delicious fermented cabbage kick! Also thoroughly enjoyed the poutine quite a bit, but I thought the potatoes could have been fried just a bit longer. Very close to perfect, OSS, VERY close!

Their buffalo cheese curds were fire! I could eat those all day.
It’s a cool little spot with nice staff and food.

They have really tasty cheese curds! Feel like it is the best in Madison!!! Definitely recommend to everyone!
Also their brat is good. Some of the flavor (probably because of different seasonings) are bit strange but overall it is really good~!

FINALLY got to try OSS, after they have been on my list for over a year. They had samples of their sausages at the Isthmus Beer and Cheese fest last year, and the Banh Mi sausage was great.
So when I came into their place on Regent, I decided to try something different. I decided on the Doner Kebab, as I was there for lunch on a work day so didn’t want anything too spicy.
I also noticed they had a special on buffalo cheese curds. I have read many times how good the curds were, but add in a buffalo sauce sprinkled with blue cheese? How could anyone say no to that???
The curds were 5 star. Crispy but light breading, high quality cheese, great dipping sauce. It probably took me only 3 minutes to devour all of them, in what I am sure is a portion size made for 2. What can I say, I am an overachiever.
The sausage was a little disappointing. The chili mayo and cucumber sauce were fantastic, but there was a little too much slaw on there, which made it hard to get to the actual sausage. The onions were also really overpowering. Once some of it was removed, it was a lot better experience for me.
The service was great, one of the guys at the counter asked me how I had heard of the place and walked me through the entire menu. He was very attentive and really wanted to know how my experience was.
This place was really close to getting 5 stars (and probably would have had I just gone for the Banh Mi again!). I will definitely be back, Regent Street has found another gem!

Delicious, interesting brats/​hotdogs. Good beer. Nice style. I head here every so often for lunch and have really enjoyed the variety of different signature brats, from the Meditteranean kebob-​style to the Thai, to the Chicago style. All totally unique and mouth-​watering. Curds are great– especially the green and gold special! And good beer selection as well. Outdoor patio in the summer is boss, and if you like board games, theyve got a ton!

I had lunch for the first time at OSS today. The counter man was friendly and very excited. We ordered cheese curds and a bahn mi sausage. The bahn mi sausage was excellent with fresh cilantro, jalapeños and pickled veggies. I am not typically a sausage fan but I would definitely eat that again.
The cheese curds we did not finish. The cheese curds were battered in a greasy tempura like coating. They got tossed after a few bites.

Their outdoor patio is a hidden treasure. As is their delicious grub! Some of the best cheese curds (many will say the best) that Madison has to offer. Especially delicious with the Sriracha Mayo. They also have a great beer selection (both tap and bottles).
I’ve also endulged in the Banh Mi and Doner Kebab sausages. The Doner Kebab is my favorite, but the Banh Mi is a close second. They are both delicious, along with the rest of their menu I’m sure. I’ve also heard good things about their vegan options, and they have gluten free buns!
This place may seem out of the way or difficult to get to, but it is worth the trip. Plus, you can park across the street after 5 PM! So you really have no excuse. You should just go here.

Our Sunday Savior is what I’ll call OSS.
After a long drive, we were happy to arrive here yesterday. Among the items our group got: bahn mi dog, deep friend bacon dog, fundido dog, poutine, cheese curds and two sloppy dogs.
Everything was amazing, but I thought the sloppy dog was a little lackluster. They’re going with a wow factor on this one (see photo), but the flavor just isn’t that spectacular.
The cheese curds and poutine really hit the spot – fresh and flavorful without being a grease-​bomb. The curds have that great funnel cake-​like batter that takes you back to the best fair food of your childhood. The staff was super friendly and attentive, and they’ll take care of you.
Thanks, OSS!

This place is seriously off the hook! They have classic as well as inventive, delicious sausages and not just something, but many things, for everyone! Even for people (like me) who shy away from white flour and pig parts, OSS has got you covered!
I ordered the bison & blue sausage, which is basically everything good inside of a bun: buffalo, blue cheese, walnuts, pears, tarragon, and almonds. At $ 10 (I went for a gluten-​free bun; otherwise $ 9) it’s a very affordable most-​expensive-​thing-​on-​the-​menu. Our party also got the phuket (Thai-​inspired) and doner party (tasted like a gyro) sausages, both of which received thumbs up. Mad props to the cheese curds with the sriracha mayo, too!
As good as their sausages are, their beer is even better. Good selection of mostly local darks & lights in cute jars of varying sizes (the 24 oz tall jar is pretty awesome!) We got the O’So Sweet Lady Milk Stout on Nitro, which was deliciously sharp and creamy, and we went for the 24 oz of the Saint Francis Beam Me Up, Scotchy!, which was basically a very strong cross between cold brew coffee and scotch ale.
The décor is sly and clever. It’s steampunk inspired, without being in your face. So if you are into that, you will appreciate it. It you aren’t, it won’t be obnoxious. The employees were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely return!

I’m not much of a sausage person, but I really really liked OSS.
OSS takes the simple hot dog/​brat and makes it so much more. The creativity in their menu items is a bit overwhelming at first, because (at least in my case) you’ll want to order everything. We tried the Korean BBQ and Doner Kebab signature sausages. The Korean BBQ one is a pork sausage topped with kimchi, tons of cilantro, and caramelized onions all nestled into a hot dog bun. I had jalapenos added as well. It was very tasty and unique. The Doner Kebab was also excellent. It had a lamb and chicken sausage with a Turkish-​inspired cole slaw and tzatziki, among other toppings that I can’t remember. My one complaint about the sausages is the buns they use, but that might just be a matter of preference.
We also ordered cheese curds and fries. The cheese curds here might be my favorite of anywhere in Madison. They are very lightly battered and fried, yielding a super light and delicious fried curd that feels way less terrible for you than it is. Waayy better than the grease-​gobs you might find elsewhere. The fries were crispy and yummy, just the way we like them. The portions are a good size for the price ($ 2 for a ton of fries!), and OSS offers a great selection of beers on tap as well.

I got the Fresh-​Battered Cheese Curds with Sweet & Hot Mustard, and thought they were delicious; however, my wife was not impressed because the dough they were fried in was so sweet. In fact, due to their dessert-​level sweetness, I agree with her that these curds should not be called curds but instead be called fried grilled cheese or cheesy funnel cake.
Also, if you’re looking for squeaky curds, look elsewhere. I definitely didn’t mind the lack of squeak, but, again, that’s because I felt like I was eating a fried grilled cheese rather than a cheese curd.

It was the best of times, it was the wurst of times…
(I give myself a one star rating for starting off this review with that phrase…)
The lure of a free order of cheese curds on Belly provided me with the perfect excuse to give OSS Sausage another shot. Though the sub-​standard bun underwhelmed me during my first visit, rumors of an upgrade (h/​t to Unilocaler extraordinaire Ashley H) reinforced my desire to return to this hipsteresque Regent Street eatery.
The lack of lunchtime patrons on a Tuesday afternoon surprised me when I stepped into the restaurant. I figured that the parade of tempting photos that appear the OSS social media platforms would draw a perpetual flood of customers.
As the ultimate caramelized onion fanboy, I quickly zeroed in on the Remy LeBeau, (Zuber’s Andouille sausage, caramelized onions, sautéed bell peppers, Wundomus creole seasoning, and cajun remoulade) and my free side of cheese curds.
A staff member delivered my cheese curds soon after I paid for my order. The lightly curds are incredibly light and fluffy, it’s almost like they could float away if I took too long to devour them. While I prefer my cheese curds with a little more exterior crunch, OSS turns out a stellar rendition of this Wisco delicacy. The mild-​tasting curds from Maple Leaf Cheese in Monroe benefited from the punch of flavor provided by the spicy sriracha mayo sauce. Other sauce options include a pedestrian ranch and a sweet and hot mustard.
After I polished off my curds, the person who took my order delivered my sandwich. To my shock and disappointment, the cook practically incinerated my andouille sausage to the point that all I could taste was the exterior char. The dry, chewy sausage completely overshadowed the fact that OSS did indeed upgrade their bun. After a couple of bites, I was ready to write off this restaurant.
Then one of the owners dropped by my table and asked what I thought of my meal. After sharing my disappointment, he immediately offered to prepare another sandwich for me.
The second rendition of my sandwich was pure bliss. The plump, juicy sausage was an ode to porcine goodness, brimming with flavor in every bite. They also amped up the topping quantity. While the caramelized onions were more sautéed than caramelized, their slight sweetness helped balance out the heat of the sausage and the sauce. By the time I finished my sandwich, I was already dreaming about a return visit.
Despite the poor execution of my initial sandwich, I am bumping up my rating of OSS to four stars. While I have concerns about their ability to consistently execute their well-​composed menu, the wow factor I experienced with my second sandwich and the fact that management truly cares about the customer experience pushes this steampunk-​themed shop into four star territory.