About The Sett

The scientific name for a badger burrow, The Sett is the center of recreation at Union South.  This three-level experience offers live music, dancing, bowling, billiards, rock climbing and a place to watch all of your favorite Badger sports. Check out what events are coming up!

Pub fare is served all day and into the night. The lower level houses recreational activities and additional food options.

Semester Hours

Sunday: 11:00am – 10:00pm
Monday – Thursday: 11:00am – 11:00pm
Friday – Saturday: 11:00am – Midnight

Note: Grill closes at 9:00pm Sunday through Thursday and at 10:00pm Friday and Saturday. Appetizers are available until last call on all days.

Payment Options

  • Cash
  • Visa/MasterCard
  • Wiscard
  • Capital Cafe Gift Card
  • Union Gift Card

Recreation in The Sett

The lower level of The Sett is Union South’s recreational facility. Here you can enjoy the indoor climbing wall, billiards and other table games and bowling. There is also a concessions bar available with a variety of snack foods.  For more information about recreation in The Sett—like activities and pricing—click here.

Sign up for a Fall 2011 Bowling League today! Fill out this form and submit to the Recreation Counter in The Sett's lower level by the bowling lanes. The first information meeting is scheduled for September 14 at 7pm.


Contact The Sett

Union South
First Floor &
Lower Level


Riley Garcia
Food Manager
608-890-4401
rggarcia2@wisc.edu 


Bob Wright
Recreational Activities Manager
608-263-5181
rcwright@wisc.edu

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