At the corner of Madison and Rock in Derby, Madrocks Restaurant & Sports Bar has become much more than a spot to grab a meal and catch the game—it’s a place where the community can show up and now they’ll see familiar faces. At the center of it are owners Joe and Brandi Williams, who bring a remarkable mix of experience, grit, and heart to their work.
Joe’s story begins with service. As a veteran of the Army Rangers, he completed two tours—one in Iraq and one in Afghanistan—before turning his focus to hospitality. That sense of discipline and commitment has carried into everything he does, from leading in the restaurant industry to building Madrocks into the lively sports bar it is today. For Joe, food, sports, and live music aren’t just passions; they’re the elements of connection that keep people coming back.…