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Tornado Steak House

116 S Hamilton St, Madison, WI 53703
608-256-3570
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Ranked #18 of 574 restaurants in Madison
Cuisines: Steakhouse
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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North of Chicago, IL
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24 reviews 24 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Although the interior is older, we found it charming. From the cool veggie art given first to the 28 oz ribeye I had, everything was served quickly and it was all cooked right. This place is pricey but I thought we go top quality food and service. I would recommend! Make reservations!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013 via mobile

I have been known to send steaks back for being over cooked. Not only was my steak cooked perfectly, it was one of the most tender and delicious steaks I have ever had. Very good food--we definitely will return the next time we're in Madison.

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Maryland
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

We went back for the bison we had a few years back but were informed they did not have it now because the cost was just too high. But the steak did not dissapoint. There were four of us we all ordered 4 different steaks and we all we raving how amazing they were. Definitely a must eat!!

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Madison, Wisconsin
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52 reviews 52 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

My husband and I had our first date here several years ago, and it has remained one of our favorite spots. Definitely our favorite steakhouse! They have a number of different cuts, all (or at least I think almost all) under $55. The menu is relatively simple, a few main dishes that aren't steak and some seafood options, but really,... More

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See 15 more reviews by MissSarahJ for Madison
Wausau, Wisconsin
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Food was delicious, service was very very good. The only downside of this eatery is that it was so loud.

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See 2 more reviews by Richard B for Madison
Oslo, Norway
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22 restaurant reviews
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48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013 via mobile

Had dinner at the Tornado room in April with a college. He ordered steak and I went for the King Crab. Absolutely top natch food and service. I bet this is the best restaurant in Madison. Be sure to make a reservation. We arrived 6 pm and it was already full so we had to have our dinner either at... More

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Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

The steaks were incredible, we had a group of 13 and everyones meal was perfect. Everything from the salad, to the steak and pork was great. huge amount of food and great service!

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Madison, Wisconsin
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11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

My husband and I came to celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary. The dining room was dark, small and fairly noisy. Upon arrival, there is a cute veggie assortment is a cup of ice to snack on and water with an assortment of bread soon arriving after. I highly recommend the Cabernet/Merlot blend for a red wine choice. My husband ordered... More

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Waukesha, Wisconsin
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22 reviews 22 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We ate at Tornado Steak House on a Saturday evening with reservations. We were glad to be seated right away and greated warmly by the host. The decor and menu had a supper club feel but the building was clean, updated and cozy. While the food was great (steak in particular) our waitress was a little off. She never once... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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45 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

I live in Chicago but go to Madison a lot and I know of cheaper and better steakhouses down here. With that said, it was a fabulous meal (for me). A proper steak house with good scotch. I had the 28oz bone-in rib-eye and it was wonderfully cooked; however, my girlfriend had the NY Strip and it was quite undercooked.... More

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