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    Rare Steakhouse

    3.8 (392 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSteakhouses, Seafood, American
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Dressy

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    Beste B.

    The place where we celebrated our wedding ceremony with family and friends! We've been visiting from now on for our special occasions. I usually get their new york strip which is great!! And never skip cream brûlée because I just love that desert ‍

    Japanese A5 Waygu
    Shawn P.

    Hubby treated me to Rare for my birthday! The food was superb and the overall experience made me feel fancy. We started off with the sweet chili shrimp followed by lobster bisque. The hubby tried the japanese A5 wagyu which is a rare find for a Wisconsin restaurant! He absolutely loved it! The texture was not for me. I enjoyed my perfectly crisp and tender filet mignon and our side of lobster mac & cheese. Follow me on Instagram at yelpershawn for more reviews!

    Lobster Mac
    Donavan R.

    This place is absolutely delicious! I loved everything I consumed, the service was top notch, and it's a nice relaxing setting! My favorite thing was by far the tableside made bananas foster with a little "history" lesson of the dish! I highly recommend checking this place out especially during their weeknight happy hour 4-6 for half off quite a few menu items! I believe I served was Damian, he was incredible and very attentive! 10/10 will be back!

    Filet (wet-aged) and watermelon salad:)

    Fantastic experience for my 1st visit to Madison. I chose the medium-rare Filet which tasted very good. Watermelon with mint makes the salad refreshing! People are friendly and caring, excellent service! A good place for date with others!

    New York Strip
    Chone M.

    You will not be disappointed, but you will not leave itching to come back. You know what you are getting yourself into price-wise, but you are better off dropping a band at a better steakhouse in the area. Service is mediocre, and my New York Strip was overcooked and not medium rare like I ordered. Drinks were great though

    Japanese style cheesecake with seasonal berries
    Gabby N.

    We decided to dine at Rare Steakhouse for our wedding anniversary, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice. We arrived to our 7:30PM Saturday reservation 20 minutes earlier. We were greeted enthusiastically by three staff members at the host table, and were seated immediately, along with greetings of "Happy Anniversary!" We were seated in a cozy and large booth, and were served complimentary champagne to celebrate. The restaurant was darkly lit, which we loved, and each individual table had its own candle. The dining room gave off a sophisticated and cozy ambiance. Luciana was the most attentive and kind waiter. Before we ordered, Lucy made sure to go over the menu highlights in great detail, and shared the daily specials with us. At one point in the evening when she was making a banana foster for a nearby table, she made sure to send over another waitstaff to check on us and deliver the dessert menu. She also warmly wished us a happy anniversary throughout the evening. Luciana helped us decide on our steak order: two 8oz rib caps, and they were cooked perfectly to our medium request. I asked for additional au jus on the side, but the steak was already so juicy, I barely touched the saucière. The mashed potatoes (with the cooked skin included) were the best restaurant potatoes I've ever had! They melted in your mouth, and were light enough not to dominate the steak. My only food critique is the complimentary bread basket with honey butter that's served at the beginning of the dining experience. The bread was extremely tough and chewy, and did not taste fresh. We had some of the best food and the most incredible service in Madison at Rare Steakhouse, and we're excited to dine with the staff again. All the little details and warm hospitality made our visit perfect. Thank you for making our wedding anniversary so special!

    Porterhouse (dry-aged)
    John T.

    What an excellent dining experience. I'll keep this review straight and to the point: The waitstaff are very kind and knowledgeable, I was amazed that they knew every step in the cooking process that takes place from where the cattle is raised to how it is prepared. I thought I could stump my server with my questions but I was wrong! The ambiance of the steakhouse is very clean and sleek. You can tell a lot of care went in to craft an excellent environment for dining. The food!! Everything on the menu is of the highest quality and cooked to perfection. I ordered a porterhouse steak (bone in steak with a new york strip on one side and a fillet mignon on the other) and I have never had a fillet tase as tender, cooked perfectly and flavorful. Appetizers were also such high quality. Example: we ordered a charcuterie board and I thought I would be able to find a sour/bad grape but every single one was fresh and delicious. If you are looking for a high quality dining experience, this is the place in Madison.

    Ashia E.

    Came here for my anniversary. I wish I could remember my waitress' name. She was amazing. She even bought us a complimentary dessert. We were brought out champagne for our celebration and our waitress actually chose our champagne, which we happened to love! It was very sweet and we ended up getting a bottle of that same drink. The food was not a disappointment. I had the NY strip and it was so juice and tender. My partner had the captain cut which was great as well. We got the truffle fries on the side which came with a good sauce. The ambiance is very nice, it's dim lit and it has an intimate vibe with music. I was impressed. Keep in mind this restaurant is very expensive. We only got two entrees, one side, a bottle of wine and it was $200. The price was definitely worth it.

    burger and steak
    Yun C.

    Went during their happy hour. Service was quick and polite. Happy hour deals are great, but don't get the steak--it's a tiny, tiny little thing. It's a bit dark inside the restaurant, but there are nice candles that add a flair to the environment. Overall, good happy hour spot.

    Menu for Valentine's Day dinner
    Anthony V.

    We went for Valentine's dinner, and Rare Steakhouse did not disappoint. The mgr was kind enough to find a booth for us.... So much more romantic. The atmosphere was perfect for Valentine's. Our server was so nice & friendly. Everything was just excellent. The Oysters Rockefellers were perfect. The lobster bisque was so creamy good. The filet was a perfect medium, tender, juicy and full of flavor. It cut like butta. The lobster was tender and sweet. The bartender mixed my Mudslide very well, not watered down. In the end, we left satisfied and looking forward to our next visit to Rare.

    View of the capital on a gorgeous Fall day
    MaryDan H.

    The Rare Steakhouse is the perfect restaurant for a special intimate dining experience in downtown Madison. It's centrally located right on the Capital Square. While there's limited "super closeby" parking, there are two huge parking ramps within a block. We thoroughly enjoyed our booth on the far left wall of the dining room. Our server, Genevieve, was very attentive and personable. She had great insights on all of the menu. Genevieve touted the Pork Chop as the owner's favorite dish...she was so right! The pork "chop" was more like a pork roast for a family of four! It was well seasoned and so tender. We both think it was the best pork we have ever tasted! We rounded out our meals with a side of hashbrowns and green beans. Both sides were delicious and nicely prepared. We topped off the meal with cappuccinos and bananas foster. Genevieve expertly demonstrated making the dessert tableside with ease. Awesome job and incredible dessert!

    Banana Foster dessert and chocolate cake

    Food and experience were amazing in celebrating our anniversary! Our server Jahar was very welcoming and knew his menu and definitely gave great recommendations and history behind the Banana Foster which was so great to hear. I highly suggest the tomahawk steak and sea bass. The old fashion drink had a very nice presentation and taste. I am definitely coming back and highly recommend this place!!!

    Whipped Burrata
    Apurba B.

    Happy Hour at Rare is exquisite! The cocktails are yummy, and the food is delicious. We got the Wisconsin Ol Fashioned and Martini for drinks and the Whipped burrata and the Rare Burger for food. The food was scarfed down so quickly because it was yummy to the nth level. The ambiance is very elite and a great place for date night. The staff is very friendly and attentive and the pictures of the walls show a lot of history. 10/10 on this place.

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    Ask the Community - Rare Steakhouse

    Is there a dress code for this restaurant?

    The restaurant has no dress code.

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    Lallande - Complimentary Gougeres

    Lallande

    4.7(58 reviews)
    1.7 miVilas

    It was our first time here, so we asked for seats at the bar, which looks directly into the…read morekitchen. We had so much fun, and we could see that all of the staff were also having a good time. Nothing but positivity, and it transfers into each and every delicious dish! We absolutely loved the complimentary cheese puffs (Gougeres). It was the perfect start to a fantastic meal. I enjoyed a starter of beet, walnut and cheese tart, and my dining partner thought his French Onion soup was stellar. I chose Monkfish stew for my main dish. It was incredible....silky, savory broth with melt-in-your-mouth monkfish plus tender shrimp and asparagus. The bread served with the stew was so delicious to soak it all up. My dining partner thoroughly enjoyed his Bistro steak with king trumpet mushrooms. The mushrooms were so elevated and so delicious. We shared a side of charred carrots and thought very highly of them, too. We closed out our epic meal by sharing one slice of Gateau Basque cake. It was served with a side of a tart cherry compote, and together this dessert was perhaps THE BEST dessert outside of France. Incredible! Sitting at the bar, our server was bartender Nina W. She was entertaining and didn't mind all of our ongoing questions. She added a another level of true enjoyment to our experience. Just as we were finishing up our dining experience the orchestrating chef stopped over to introduce herself. Once Annemarie said her name, I knew she was one of the founders of Lallander and next-door Bloom Bake Shop, having been a customer ever since their first bakery in Middleton. I told Annemarie how impressed we both were with the food, and how all the staff seemed so happy. She said something like a restaurant is only successful with good people. It seems she is keeping her people, and her customers, very happy.

    I was so excited to try this place and I must have great intuition because it was ammmmmazing…read more Don't think twice- just go! Heavenly food.

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    Lallande - Open kitchen.

    Open kitchen.

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    Lallande - Aviation cocktail. Pretty and delicious!

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    Aviation cocktail. Pretty and delicious!

    Johnny Delmonico's Steakhouse - 16oz 16 oz Ribeye and famous garlic mashed potatoes!!

    Johnny Delmonico's Steakhouse

    3.8(253 reviews)
    0.3 miCapitol
    $$$

    Celebrated Mothers Day at Johnny Delmonico's and from start to finish things were an A+. Our…read moreserver Ashton was friendly, knowledgeable of the menu and made great recommendations. He was a consummate professional and was always available without hovering. We started our meal with a couple cocktails, and I have to say the Pear Martini was delish! The guests in my party were equally happy with the Bees Knees and the Gimlet. Very nice drink menu, lots of choices for everyone and all drinks were well made. Food wise, we started with a couple appetizers. The Oysters on Half Shell, the Stuffed Mushroom Caps and the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes. We also tried the French Onion Soup. Not a complaint to be heard, and we practically licked the plates clean if that gives you an idea of how tasty everything was. Entrees included the Salmon, the Seared Scallops, The Waygu Burger and the Manhattan Surf and Turf with the addition of Marrow Butter. Absolute perfection... each and every one. I would not hesitate to recommend you give it a try, you will NOT be disappointed! Thanks for making my Mothers Day so incredibly special.

    A fancier downtown restaurant with coat check and lots of comfortable seating…read more Great steaks, cooked to near perfection. Comes with a starch side. Okay cocktails and large selection of liquors and wines (on the pricey side). Good service. It was a Thursday night and wasn't busy. Server was a bit slow but steaks came out fast after our order was placed.

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    Johnny Delmonico's Steakhouse - Entrance

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    Pig in a Fur Coat - strawberry rhubarb lavender pie with honey ice cream

    Pig in a Fur Coat

    4.4(563 reviews)
    1.0 miWilliamson - Marquette
    $$$

    Crowded as expected but nice atmosphere, I got sat at the bar pretty quickly. The staff are super…read morekind and good at making conversation and being helpful. I got a cocktail and the 4-course. The cocktail tasted really smoky yet incredibly smooth. The fois gras mousse was kinda ok but also 4 small bites maximum. The salad proved that even basic vegetables can be perfected. The casonelli was one of my favorites dishes for sure. Extremely satisfying texture and flavor combinations. The pork collar was also pretty pretty solid with flavor combinations, and texture was a little chewy depending on how you cut it (in a good way). The dessert was not bad, to me it kinda reminded me of really fancy whipped cream on top of vanilla pudding. Would come back here again (if they weren't closing!)

    Wandered into this restaurant with a group and enjoyed a lovely dinner!…read more We tried a few different cocktails, all of which were nice. We tried a range of dishes and some of the favorites included the lamb belly, the beet salad, and the duck breast. Many items were beautifully cooked, such as that duck and the octopus on top of the risotto. However, overall we felt that there were some missed opportunities for stronger flavors. There were many bites where I felt that everything was tasty but just missing the full flavor potential of such lovely ingredients. Service was perfectly fine and friendly and everything came fast once we ordered! I would certainly return for another visit and hope that this restaurant, which is clearly a community staple, takes some bolder flavor risks in the future!

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    Sicilian sfingi

    Pig in a Fur Coat - Storefront

    Storefront

    Pig in a Fur Coat

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    Rare Steakhouse - steak - Updated May 2026

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