The Rigby Pub, Grill, and Event Venue
119 East Main Street Suite 300, Madison
restaurant
Ownership
Angie Ziehme co-owns the Rigby with Stephanie Yager, and it is listed as a women-owned business. This appears to be locally owned rather than a corporation or franchise.
Local Sourcing
The Rigby emphasizes their from scratch, locally sourced food and drink, and they take pride in their curated selection of local craft beers and spirits.
Community Involvement
Their commitment to supporting local talent is evident in the myriad of events they host, from weekly trivia and karaoke to drag brunch, live music, comedy nights, and charitable events. Additionally, through sponsorships, partnerships, and donations, they ensure the venue continues to be a space for live music, inclusivity, and meaningful connections.
Local Workforce
The staff is said to be terrific with cool service, and reviewers consistently praise the friendliest staff and fun atmosphere, suggesting positive employee experience.
Revenue Retention
The Rigby was founded by three local partners who wanted a venue for local talent and private events, and it operates as an independent business serving the community. However, specific revenue data is unavailable, limiting confidence.
Local Presence
Strong local signals throughout: specific Madison/WI references, historical building details (formerly The Casbah and Mustang), commitment to local craft beers and talent, single location focus, local phone number, and personality-driven copy. No corporate signals detected such as location selectors, franchise language, or parent company references.