Absolutely the best food in Madison area. Service is absolutely perfect and the place has a speak easy feel. Quaint, exotic to a degree . I can't recommend this place enough , the soup is even trip worthy , and the entrees are top notch . read more

Serviceable is what comes to mind. We had appetizers and dessert at the bar with drinks. I wouldn't order a mixed drink here again. The drinks are not well crafted tempura were not. The Manhattan was served on the rocks and simply was rye poured out of the bottle into the glass with a splash of vermouth. The old fashioned prepared in the same way. Bourbon on the rocks with a splash of some sort of premade mix. Oysters were ok, a bit fishy smelling but we ate in the Midwest. Desserts were definitely the highlight although pretty small, not suitable for sharing. read more

Louisianne's - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

Food was just ok. The soup was not hot when it was served. There was nothing special about the shrimp pasta I had.

We rarely dine on the west side of town but since we were on our way home from Spring Green we decided to give this place a try after friends had recommended it. Despite the fact this restaurant has been here for decades we had never heard of it. We got a reservation for an early Saturday summer evening - it was unnecessary since it was very quiet. We got a table in the front room. The basement space is very atmospheric and charming. The menu had many classic New Orleans/ Cajun dishes. Prices were generally OK. I started with the shrimp chowder which was very good. The soup did come with the entree. Perhaps I ordered poorly because their version of jambalaya was uninspired and bland with very little andouille sausage. I should have tried one of their catfish dishes. My wife got the Catfish Louisianne which was very good. The service was a bit indifferent. Maybe we will give it another try in the future. read more

Delicious and cute atmosphere. Did not expect to find such a gem. Would definitely recommend

I don't know where this place is from but you walk down the fairs and feel like you are in Europe. The walls are stone and barrel vaulted like ceilings. Old world vibe. Great low lighting and chill atmosphere. The waitstaff was all super friendly and made our dad's 80th birthday celebration so perfect! Love the food choices on the menu. Not huge portions but really all you need. Thank you for all you did! Can't wait to come back! read more

I stopped by on a weekday for a dinner. The place was not too busy. I went for one of their favorites - pecan catfish. It was a good flavorful item, with a good amount of crunchy pecans on top. Shrimp and corn chowder soup was my side. That was a good flavorful and thick soup. The restaurant's ambiance was very good. Most of the people were having a date night. read more

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This is hands down my favorite place to go for etouffee! The service has always been exceptional and the 'cellar' atmosphere is great. I can't say we've ever had a bad meal, or experience here. While the bar area is small, it is intimate and cozy. It is also nice when they have the pianist there. And also important... The bathrooms are very clean. read more

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Food was just ok, boring. Ambiance was very noisy, bad live music. Overcharged for a glass of wine that was not the wine I ordered. Told to leave after 90 minutes was our limit apparently. Never again. read more

The food, service, and ambiance are excellent. Be prepared for an excellent experience, and you'll certainly pay for what you get. This is a place for special occasions- at least on my budget. read more

cozy restaurant downstairs essentially in basement with super quick service. i was especially impressed with the steamed mussels in garlic cream sauce - we really soaked up the sauce with the bread and it was DELICIOUS. less impressed by the entrees although the shrimp & crawfish pasta was definitely the better of the two that we'd ordered. catfish was fine, i just didn't think it was that great read more

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I was in town for a conference, and dined at Louisianne's with a group of colleague at the recommendation of a friend. What a great experience! First, the restaurant itself has a lot of character and charm. Walking down the stairs and into the dining area felt like traveling to another country. Our waiter James was also fabulous! Not only did he help with meal selection, if you couldn't decide, he also made sure our glasses were always full and that we had a great time during our meal. Now for the food. I ordered the special, which was a pasta dish with grilled shrimp crawfish tails, and andouille sausage cream sauce. With my entree, I also had the shrimp corn chowder. Yum, yum. Yum!! The pasta had a little kick but it wasn't too spicy at all. The sauce was really rich and was packed with flavor. The chowder was also delectable. I thoroughly enjoyed every bite! My only complaint is that I ate way too much. The next time you're in Madison, I highly recommend that you drop in for dinner. Bon Appétit! read more

Louisianne's - The Shrimp and Corn Chowder is absolutely delicious! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

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Had a great, intimate Saturday evening at Lousianne's. We shared a good bottle of Cabernet and made a dinner of appetizers. The food was wonderful and we truly enjoyed the piano player. The Louisianne's crab puffs are to die for and the grilled shrimp made me feel as if we were in a grotto in Europe. Our server was extremely helpful and provided superb service. read more

We can't say enough about how much we love Louisianne's! We come here for special occasions, quick after dinner drinks, cocktails and appetizers and more. The owners and staff are exceptional. Their food is consistently excellent. We love reserving the private room for special occasions. Middleton is so lucky to have such a fantastic establishment. read more

From the moment you step into this place, you know there's something different about it. The atmosphere, vibe, and even the entrance to the restaurant is not ordinary. Right when you open the door, there are a set of stairs that lead down into the restaurant. It is a cozy space with touches of New Orleans style decor. This is absolutely one of those restaurants where I had to stare at the menu for about 30 minutes and could barely decide what to order. Everything just sounded so good (and looks good in others pictures on Yelp!) I picked the waiters brain for recommendations (mostly based on what was more spicy and what was less spicy). I had never had crawfish before, so I knew that was something that I wanted to try. My mom ended up ordering the nightly special which was shrimp with crawfish and blackened tomato sauce angel hair pasta. It was delightful and very flavorful. My aunt opted for the étouffée with half shrimp and half crawfish. I ordered the Seafood Au Gratin which was just delicious. You don't often see cheese with seafood on menus at restaurants, but other reviews raved about this dish so I had to try it. It certainly did not disappoint. It was nicely creamy and very cheesy while still having a nice balance with the seafood. Another thing I love about this restaurant is that it was not skimpy on the seafood at all. The prices are not cheap, but I really appreciate the fact that they give you a good amount of seafood on your dish (as they should!) We stopped in on a Friday night, so there was some live music which brought the place to life. The service was good although not the fastest. If you are in a hurry or like a very quick dinner, this may not be your place. But if you are there to enjoy your time, enjoy your food, and enjoy the company that you're in... This is a great choice. read more

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Ate at Louisianne's Wednesday evening to celebrate our anniversary. Delicious food, friendly, professional staff, great dining atmosphere . Our only complaint was being seated next to a table of 9 people, making it extremely noisy for a nice intimate meal. The group arrived after we had started eating our appetizers. In hindsight we should have asked to be seated somewhere else. It was so noisy that we decided to skip dessert. The food was delicious. We shared the pecan crab cakes with mushroom slaw appetizer. I ordered the catfish Louisianne and my husband had the Tasso and shrimp. The sauce was very flavorful, but he would not order the Tasso and shrimp in the future. He didn't like all the ham. My catfish with spinach was perfect. The mustard sauce was very tasty. read more

Louisianne's - Catfish Louisianne's on bed of spinach. Tasso and shrimp with pasta. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

Tried Louisianne's for the first time based on a friend's outstanding reviews, sooo I decided to surprise my husband for a birthday dinner here as he loves Cajun style food. The restaurant entrance is on the side of a building and located in the basement. The decor was like a time warp to a very old-world New Orleans-style restaurant with old brick work with a low-light romantic ambiance. They didn't have a drink menu, but we were told they could make us anything from the bar we'd want. They also have a wine list to choose from. Their dinner menu had a great selection of seafood specialties from crawfish, mussels, crab, oysters to even escargot. If that's not your jam, they do have chicken, steak or pork dinner options. The Lemon Pesto Shrimp & Scallops was very good. The seasoning was on point and the protein in the dish was not skimpy at all as some restaurants tend to do...needless to say we definitely had some leftovers! I'd say the dishes Louisianne's serves are not very health conscious, as they are pasta based and creamy or buttery but man they sure do taste good!!! I would recommend to anyone looking to try something different, or if you're a fan of New Orleans style food :) read more

Louisianne's - Lemon Pesto Shrimp & Scallops - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

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Omg! What a hidden GEM. Found this place by Referal. The stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer were tasty. The bread was crispy and had a soft interior. The house salad with FRESH raspberry vinaigrette was unreal! Tasty and light which danced on the tongue. The main courses of cajon style catfish was another pleasant surprise. The fish was tender and the flavor was uniquely tasty. The shrimp and scallop dish was an awesome presentation of pesto and soooo tasty. This upscale restaurant is well worth the money. The wait staff were very attentive and the atmosphere allows for pleasant dining. The owner is a sweetheart who came by to ask how things were and you can tell she wants the BEST for her customers. read more

Really great service and food. Ambiance was great. Need more GF options pasta / bread. Really great dining option.

Having eaten food the most deliciousness of food in actual Louisiana, so it is a hard grade to get out of me when attempting but this was actually pretty good. The etoufee was pretty underwhelming compared to the real deal but good in its own way. Def worth the visit and pricing either way!! read more

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The atmosphere is great here. It's loud for sure but very festive. The starters were really good but my meal was literally difficult to eat. Avoid the chicken!! It tasted like it was frozen and not cooked right because it was like rubber. Service was great. The pastas were enjoyed esp the seafood augratin --the pasta my friend got was overly spicy for her. Just ok. read more

Great ambiance with a wonderful staff. We had the corn chowder to start, the Diablo special, which was a shrimp and crawfish pasta as well as the Blackened Pecan crusted Catfish with bbq crawfish. The quality of the food was excellent. Seriously it was the best meal we had while in the Madison area. We definitely did not expect to find great tasting Cajun food in Wisconsin, it really brought back New Orleans feels. Highly recommended, excellent customer service. read more

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Food was great, very loud, Logan was so attentive and kind. He made our dinner special, thank you Logan!

I was fortunate enough to enjoy a holiday party at Louisianne's. It's not the sort of place I get to visit often, but when i do, I really enjoy it. First off, let me say - they make an excellent Old Fashioned. The wine selection is fine as well. The atmosphere is quaint and very "French Quarter" once you're in. The service is excellent and everything feels just right while you're there. Just relax and enjoy the experience. Now, I'm not a big cajun guy. I know the others in our party raved about their dishes. I can tell you from MY experience that they do their beef tenderloin dishes VERY well. Melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and excellent flavor. I wouldn't come for the desserts, but if you're in the mood, they certainly answer the call with ease. I'd just as well finish with a nice glass of wine, or an smooth cocktail. Your choice, however - you won't be wrong. read more

Every time I go to Middleton WI, I try to stop here for dinner. Until this day I have not been disappointed. The service is great very friendly and the ambiance is calming. I had their dinner fish plate with scallops and it was great how they prepared it. I would definitely recommend it. read more

Really cool atmosphere. Really transports you to another place. Food is pricey and quality is good. Service in genuine and friendly.

I tried this restaurant while in Madison. I spoke to Michelle and asked for their special for the day along with their most popular dish. Michelle was friendly and helpful and with her suggestions I ordered the tasso and shrimp pasta, BBQ shrimp and the chocolate torte. This food was nothing short of spectacular! Everything was well seasoned and cooked appropriately. I thoroughly enjoyed the meal and had leftovers for the next day. The chocolate torte was divine and was a great finish to the meal. I will definitely return the next time I'm in the area! read more

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Unfortunately a great meal ended with great frustration. Everything went was hoped. Then our server James abandoned us the last 30 min. We had ordered drinks, had asked for desert menu and never saw server again. We had to ask for check several frustrated times. Typically a 25% tip for a meal like this, but with 6 frustrated friends I was at 10. The bill included 20%, which reflects a service we didn't receive. We did not want to make a scene so we left upset. Expect credit for full tip before a revisit. read more

Enjoyed the atmosphere, service, wine selection and food. Owners are part of the meet and greet... wonderful people. Servers share the same positive energy as the owners and enjoy their job and doing it well. The food was second to none. My wife had a great pasta dish with shrimp and I enjoyed a wonderful cut of steak with a fine wine. #happy read more

Quaint & comfortable setting in upscale neighborhood. James was extremely attentive. Blackened catfish with BBQ crawfish tails was well prepared and flavorful. Jambalaya had nice "kick" but could have been creamier. Tomato bisque soup arrived barely tepid. Recommend the Key Lime pie. Nice bottled wine selection. Reasonably priced by today's standards. read more

Louisianne's focuses on Cajun cuisine, from catfish to jambalaya to crawfish, they have it covered. Walking downstairs it feels more like an old speakeasy. The space might be claustrophobic for some, especially during COVID-19. They have a small bar which suffices for the space. Having spent time in New Orleans and Baton Rouge though, the food was okay but not great. It's a favorite for some folks at our table but I thought it was okay. Maybe my expectations were unrealistic? Give them a try and see what you think! read more

Trusted purveyor of New Orleans cuisine in the northern climes of Wisconsin, this restaurant proved a casually elegant ambiance with well executed bayou cuisine. Service is accommodating and responsive without being overbearing. Music makes you want to stay and savor the experience. Truly a culinary gem in the heart of Middleton. Highly recommended. read more

I cannot believe I've lived in the Middleton area for many years and did not know this gem existed. Down in the basement and around the corner, it is absolutely worth the journey. The food is completely off the hook. Delicious and so incredibly flavorful. The service is second to none, and you can tell by their dedication given the shortest lived server there has been working there over many years. They love their jobs! The drinks were delicious, the food was delicious, that everything was perfect. They truly have a well-established business there with an outstanding chef who is there for every single meal. Strongly recommend trying this place out. You will not be disappointed at all! read more

My mom and niece lived this place. It was a 3 for me. We had crab cakes and crab puffs appetizer. For main entrees, we had seafood au gratin and pecan catfish. Everything had the same flavor for me. Crab cakes were unusually dark. A lot of peppers in everything. Service was fine. I didn't have a reservation and that seemed like an issue. read more

On the Saturday evening we visited Louisianne's, we gambled arriving with no reservation and only got a table due to sheer luck and timing- they just had a cancellation and were able to squeeze in our party of two. I would highly suggest a reservation on Fri and Sat nights. While the service was such that you could get in and out in an hour, my partner and me agreed "why would you want to?" We found this to be the kind of place we want to spend time at- arrive 45 minutes before your reservation, enjoy a cocktail or two in the inviting lounge. This Sat night live piano jazz entranced the lounge without drowning out conversation. Once seated, take time and enjoy the room- either dining space is delightful and intimate. Our server was entirely on top of everything, including recognizing our slower 'pace' and adjusting accordingly, attentive without looming. We very much enjoyed the Tasso and Shrimp Fettuccine as well as the Lemon Pesto Shrimp and Scallops- both were simply divine. If you elect the house salad w/ your entree I highly recommend the Remoulade as your dressing choice- it was superb and a welcome departure from the standard list generally offered. After an unrushed and outright stellar meal, although pretty well sated, I generally can't pass up Key Lime Pie and Louisianne's was terrific, especially paired with after dinner coffee. We were enjoying this place so much, we adjourned back to the lounge for a nightcap, lingering another half hour or so. A few specific notes: would not recommend for large groups, keep it intimate- 4 or less. Also not really advisable for children- adults rule here. We loved this place, and are excited to return and explore more of the menu offerings. Well done Louisianne's- front and back of house. Thank You! read more

Outstanding atmosphere with food to match. We had opportunity to diner here again tonight after years of being away. Now I know what drew me back. Fabulous muscles and escargot appetizer followed by a nice cold mixed greens salad and jambalaya main dish. I didn't think i could eat it all, but I DID!! Wonderfully spicy red sauce with plenty of shrimp and andouille sausage. Great service!! Left with both a full, satisfied belly and gift cards for families birthday and anniversary presents. !! read more

We were in the area and in the mood to explore which led us to Louisianne's. We were quite pleased with the atmosphere (think wine cellar and New Orleans) and the outstanding service. The meal itself was pleasing but not spectacular. Ordered the goat cheese appetizer, and coffee roasted chicken and maple cured duck, both with a salad. The French bread that accompanied the cheese was good, credible but not to the level of noticeably great. And that describes the rest. read more

Louisianne's - Stylish! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Middleton, Wisconsin

Amazing place so cozy and the ambiance it everything. The staff and drinks and food are fantastic!

We tried making reservations three different times. the last time we tried the person on the other end asked me for the time and how many. When I told him, the response "we are too busy". We stopped by anyway, there was no one there. The doors were locked. Never made it beyond the front door and got attitude and rudeness on the phone. So unwelcoming and rude. Such a nice area. Go to Long Table across the street they are amazing. Service is top notch, food is delish. read more

Ambiance and service were great. Food was good. I got the pesto scallop and shrimp and was underwhelmed by the flavor (didn't have much pesto) but my partners duck and dirty rice was very good. read more