Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Turn Key Madison

    4.1 (103 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

    Turn Key Madison Photos

    TURN KEY MADISON ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Turn Key Madison

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Brunch Burger
    Dan D.

    Head breakfast at Turn Key on Madison's East side. Food was Ok, service was fast & friendly. Their parking lot is huge and they have an event hall upstairs. The old building is super cool & interesting: This former office building is the last remnant of a twenty-acre complex called the Fuller & Johnson Manufacturing Company. In 1880, John A. Johnson and Morris E. Fuller purchased a small plow manufacturing company and soon renamed it Fuller & Johnson. Within a few years, the two bought an old factory building at the corner of E Washington Avenue and Dickinson Street and, by 1885, it "was the largest and most conspicuous enterprise in Madison." The company's chief product was the "Bonanza Prairie Breaker" plow; however, the company also manufactured other farm machinery. Also in 1885, the company built the main block of the extant office building with other sections being built in 1889 and 1909. In 1900, the company began to manufacture small, general-use gasoline engines, which became its main focus when the company sold its farm machinery line. The company remained in business until 1929. During its tenure, the firm was a leader in employee benefits. Specifically, it offered low-rent housing to employees and had profit sharing with supervisors. The building's next occupant was the Credit Union National Association, Inc., which utilized the building into the 1950s. ^^ from the Wisconsin Historical Society

    Prime rib
    Vince H.

    Decent service and space. Our server was nice and we received most of our food in a timely manner, some of it was a bit slow but the drinks came quickly. The prime rib was decent, not too dry but a little salty. The Mac and cheese was okay, pretty creamy. Most of the food was just lukewarm, which contributed to the lower rating

    Side salad and French onion soup
    Ellena K.

    We have been wanting to try Turn Key for awhile now and I can't believe we waited so long! We loved the warm, cozy vibe, especially the vintage lighting and unique decorations that gave the space so much character. We started off with the Pepper Mary and an old fashioned , the Bloody Mary was one of the best Bloody Marys I've ever had, lots of flavor. The entrees were generously sized and we had leftovers. We tried the Chicken Charchanski and the Prime Rib. The Chicken Charchanski was flavorful and reminded me of a take on chicken schnitzel. The Prime Rib was great, very tender. We were lucky to get the last one of the night! My only regret was not ordering a horseradish side with it. The Mac and cheese side was also wonderful and a must try.

    Chips and dip, charred carrots, risotto
    Olivia B.

    Turn key has a great date night ambiance and some really interesting takes on supper club fare. I tried the chips and dip which was delicious, the chips were not too oily and the dip was fresh and tasty. The charred carrots were so delicious and had a really unique flavor to them. Also really enjoyed their turtle sundae for dessert! Drinks were tasty and service was excellent.

    French Onion Soup
    Carmen R.

    Decided to finally try out the Turnkey. The ambiance was 10/10 and certainly had the old school super club feel. The brandy old fashioned...again, another 10/10. French Onion Soup was 9/10. Not hard to mess up soup really. Now for the rest of the food...uggg. We had the prime rib. The flavor was way too smoky and overpowering on the rub. Outside was too fatty and texture of ash. We also asked for crispy hash browns. No clue what the cook or server was thinking. It was completely burnt. Maybe they thought the dim lighting would hide it!? It also looked like a cheap square hash brown and likely was deep fried in the same oil as the fish. Fish log anyone ? The "charred broccoli" tasted like lighter fluid. I rarely spit food out, but that was in my napkin in a nanosecond. We will be back for drinks, but it will be a long time on the food. Sorry

    Friday fish fry - A metal tray lined with parchment paper holds two pieces of fried fish fillets, a portion of French fries, and a small cup of tartar sauce. The tray is placed on a wooden table, with a glass of dark beverage and a napkin visible nearby.
    Masaru O.

    Came for the Friday night fish fry the first Friday of Lent. We got lucky and there was a table open immediately. Not long after the place started to fill up quickly. The fish fry this day was two pieces of haddock. The french fries were the thinner kind that St Peter's in Ashton also does which I like. The fish has a light beer batter and was pretty solid. I wasn't that big on the tartar sauce, I like when it has more of a zing to it. It could be the lighting but it seems like maybe it had a touch of chipotle? The herbed biscuit is a unique touch here.

    Brandy Alexander
    Lindsay K.

    We came here for a Friday Fish Fry. We were grabbing a drink at the bar and decided to just eat at the bar. We got there early, probably around 4:30 or 5:00 pm, and it wasn't crazy busy yet. By the time we left, it was packed and the bar was standing room only. Overall, it was a good fish fry with good drinks. The bartenders were attentive and friendly. I had their house Old Fashioned first, and I was not a fan. They were able to make me a classic Old Fashioned next and that was fantastic. They also had a really yummy looking Mocktail list which I always appreciate. But on Fish Fry Fridays I get to cheat. The fish was yummy, good French Fries, fun little biscuit that came with it. I ordered a Brandy Alexander for dessert (like I said, it was a cheat night... go big or go home)... I said I wanted it thick like you eat with a spoon. It was definitely a straw only milkshake type drink. Still delicious, just not the vibe I was going for. I'd come back here for fish fry, but I'd recommend coming earlier rather than later.

    Cheese puppies
    Ethan Y.

    [Turn Key Wisconsin] A local gem in Wisconsin that gives off this old rustic cabin x diner vibe. Its got some creative takes on these classic comfort dishes. It's interesting since its like nothing around the restaurant however once you walk in, it is so busy. Both casual and date night dining Steak Au My Cheese Puppies Holy Moly Ravioli Burger Looks like some sort of pasta The vibes were so good. The food was amazing however the food took forever to come out. I think to the point where they were about to close and we came in about 2 hours before. The ambiance was very good, very busy. Overall 7.5/10, due to just the wait time or else it would've been close to a 10. https://www.turnkeymadison.com 1344 E Washington Ave Madison, WI 53703

    Grilled carrots - A ceramic plate holds a variety of grilled root vegetables such as carrots, parsnips, and possibly sweet potatoes, arranged with some char marks. The vegetables are garnished with fresh microgreens on top. The plate is placed on a wooden table in a restaurant setting, with a glass of water, a small glass container, and a cup with a spoon visible in the background.
    Matt D.

    The sign on the door says "supper club" -- it's not, but it's also a great restaurant with a funky vibe and a solid drink and food menu. Make sure to have a reservation. We made one online and were quick seated when we arrived. The vibe is quirky, with a hodgepodge of decor, a mix of thrift shop meets north woods urban industrial restoration. When it came time to order drinks and food we were not disappointed. Everyone loved their cocktails, especially their take on a brandy old fashioned. I had an NA cocktail which was great. We ordered hushpuppy curds and the grilled carrots for starters. The curds were a bit underwhelming, more breading than cheese, and the breading was loose so all the cheese melted out. THE CARROTS, however, were absolutely delicious. For entrees, most of our group got the Friday fish fry special. I had the trout, which was cooked excellently (proper crispy skin, delicious herby sauce, and a delicious vegetable hash. We decided to order dessert -- the menu looked good. We opted for the pistachio pudding pie. It was disappointing. The flavors were good but the crust was thin and the custard was over-set (too much stabilizer or over-baking turned it into rubber). Next time we will skip dessert. The service was excellent throughout. There was even a shift change in the middle of our dinner and the staff didn't miss a beat. Overall, it was a fun experience. We will be back, even despite a couple of menu misses.

    Relish tray
    Julia M.

    My boyfriend and I went here for the Thursday date night and it was an amazing deal. We got SO much food for $60. The house white wine was very good, along with the relish tray. I loved the chips, radishes, and green goddess sauce. My boyfriend had the prime rib sandwich and loved it, he thought it was delicious. I had the walleye po' boy which was very good, but I wish there was more fish and less fries. For dessert we shared the butter cake, which could have been more moist. The place was very cute and the service was good, they probably could've been more attentive with the timing of the food as we got our entrees while we were still eating the appetizer.

    The exotic beaches of Dane county
    Yolanda G.

    Stopped in for some drinks before a concert that was canceled due to weather. ended up weathering the storm there and had the prime rib special for dinner. It did not disappoint. It was very tasty. The prime rib French dip not pictured was also very delicious. The horseradish really makes the meal. Our server was very laid-back and attentive. For dessert ending the meal with a champagne cocktail with a sugar cube was a nice way to end the meal. The decor of the menus being in various books located near your table is a very cool way of looking at a menu. Next time I come I will be excited to try some of the other dessert cocktails that they offer vegan options.

    Cozy seating.
    Jody M.

    This place is a ton of fun. It's got everything ambience, great service and stellar food. I loved the gnocchi-the best I have ever had. Great for a date night or a group of friends. We will be back!

    Charred carrots

    See all

    Photo of Cat P.
    250
    109
    1891

    6 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Zoe C.
    0
    10
    0

    30 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of D A.
    0
    1
    0

    29 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sho R.
    104
    1744
    7502

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 26
    Thanks 1
    Love this 27
    Oh no 1

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 8
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Excellent food and service. Ambiance is a little eclectic. Excellent drink choices and prices.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jah S.
    11
    9
    0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of PJ C.
    75
    2098
    2325

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sue Q.
    0
    14
    0

    9 months ago

    Went for brunch. Incredible food, stuffed chilaquiles, omelettes and drinks were all great. Service was great and attentive.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 3

    Turn Key Madison Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Turn Key Madison

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for New American 6,570 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Flight Wine & Bourbon Bar - Custom flight

    Flight Wine & Bourbon Bar

    (6 reviews)

    I had such a good time here and was really impressed with how fun and relaxed the atmosphere was…read more My drink of choice usually involved bourbon so I was excited to try this place. The space feels cozy, and it was easy to settle in and enjoy the night. My friend and I loved checking out the different drink options, and the wine machines seem simple to use. The prices were a little high for me but I don't mind splurging occasionally. The whole place feels like a spot you could come to for a casual night out or something a little more special. I'd definitely come back to try some wines and explore the menu again.

    I was excited to try out Flight and wasn't disappointed at all! The inside is very cute and cozy…read moreand my friends and I found a nice spot with comfy armchairs to relax in. We ordered some food, including the beautiful and delicious charcuterie board and a couple flatbreads. I really like that there's a decent food menu including everything from $2 snacks to fuller meal options and desserts. Then we were onto our beverage choices. A couple of my friends opted for whiskey flights that they had been looking forward to sipping. And then a couple of us did the wine option. I didn't understand how it worked at first but it is very simple -- you get a little card to swipe at the wine machines and then you can choose whichever wine you want. You can opt for a small tasting pour or more of a traditional pour. At the end of the night you return your wine card and pay for whatever you had. I have heard of this type of wine bar before but hadn't tried it yet. It's brilliant! Everyone enjoyed their drinks and it was fun to try some new wines and whiskeys. I would definitely come back to enjoy the tots and some different wines next time!

    Casetta Kitchen and Counter - Vegetalian on focaccia bread

    Casetta Kitchen and Counter

    (180 reviews)

    $$

    Capitol

    Casetta is one of the best places in Madison. The ingredients are freshly prepared and of the…read morehighest quality. They have a special sandwich every day and I strongly recommend getting it before they run out. Their focaccia is to die for!! Honestly so are their chocolate chip cookies. It's a small spot and gets super busy during lunch so I would expect a long wait that is extremely worth it. All of their employees are incredibly nice and passionate about their job. Shoutout Ella the cashier! She was so funny and gave me the best recommendations - give her a raise!

    Stopped by here for lunch on a weekday. I ordered the Paradigm sandwich. The flavor of the sandwich…read morefillings were really good, especially on the marinated bell peppers inside. The sandwich had a good variety of textures throughout - my only wish was that the focaccia was also toasted. I think that would complement the sandwich textures even more. The coveted chocolate chip is *that* good. Thin, crispy edges, chewy center with flat chocolate wafer chips. The salt on top was a wonderful contrast to the sweet chocolate. You also can't beat the price of $2.25 for a good cookie. My only other complaint would be the limited seating. The workers here also try to provide table service and bring your sandwich out to you if you do dine-in. However, there isn't a system for them to find you at the table easily and they are just wandering around looking for you by name. Having a little table # placard would benefit the staff here.

    Northside Lounge

    Northside Lounge

    (13 reviews)

    Sherman

    We were trying to go to another bar in the area on valentines and it was already full so we…read morestumbled over here and we were not disappointed. First thing is they have touch tunes so you can set your own vibes for the night. The decor and lighting is perfect. A lot of velvet seating and gold accents. It is a dog friendly space which is kind of random for a cocktail bar but I don't mind it. I pet 4 dogs. The bartenders were super nice. I ordered the "Yes you can buy me love" which was Espolon Tequila, Strawberry, Lime Juice, Triple Sec, Coconut Milk, Mint, Sugar Rim. It was really good. I also tried my husband's "Stuck in a Snowbank" which was state line coffee liqueur, bourbon cream, frangelico, cold brew. It basically tasted like a coffee that was a little sweeter. All the cocktails were great. Again I'm so glad we stumbled across this stop because even the bar goers were super nice.

    Stopped in to catch-up with a friend on a Wednesday night and was shocked at how busy they were!…read moreTurns out they had a cheese raffle that evening. How fun! The lounge has a moody vibe that you really wouldn't guess from the outside. It's the perfect place to escape the cold and warm up with a cozy cocktail. They also change their cocktail menu seasonally, offering something a little fun for each season. It's evident the owners care about the community, as they are frequently offering events to support local providers (River Valley Food Pantry on the night we were there), and have specials for those who we couldn't be without (hello nurses and teachers). They're also dog friendly!

    The WineHouse

    The WineHouse

    (6 reviews)

    Great flatbread pizza , prompt service , classy decorate feel and always something going on , live…read moreperformances, trivia , wine tasting . I wish I lived closer.

    Oh my word, this place is incredible! You'd never guess that the unassuming wine bar store front in…read morea suburban strip mall secretly (hopefully not-so-secretly soon) has the best cocktails and flatbread. Yes, the wine is obviously good too with a selection for all preferences. I've been here a few times now, and it has quickly become one of my favorites. I cannot get over how good their food is! I've now tried every single flatbread on their menu, and they're all outstanding! Even their steak gorgonzola flatbread is incredible and I don't like steak! They also have the best spinach artichoke dip I've ever tasted, and they're served with these delightful warm pieces of pita bread... I'm pretty sure this stuff came right out of an oven. On my most recent visit, I actually ended up getting an Old Fashioned and my dining mate got a cosmo. Both were absolutely fantastic. The bartender even came over and said the last bit of the cosmo he made tasted like it was heavy on the lime and he offered to re-make it... I'd call that service to the hilt! There was no need to re-make the cosmo, however, as we both found it to be delicious. The bar also has some really great high end liquors and craft beer options. They also have NA options. So, while it is a fun wine bar where you get to self-service pour your own wine, don't let the name fool you -- this place has something for everyone. I've also come here with a friend who has a gluten allergy and they have gluten free bread for their delicious flatbreads. Overall this place is great for an intimate night out or a night out with the girls. They have plenty of seating and an upstairs area with games and such as well. There's an outdoor patio as well for when the weather cooperates. I cannot recommend this place enough!

    Turn Key Madison - newamerican - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...