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L'Etoile Restaurant


4.5 of 5 stars 83 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: French

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5 of 5 stars
jbillin   19 contributions
Near Chicago
Oct 24, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

We were in Madison in July 2009 for two nights and based on reviews here, we made an advance reservation at L'Etiole for the first night. I have to admit that we figured it wouldn't be that great....after all, it's Madison (and I'm not trying to be snobby. I grew up on a farm and still live in a county... more

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5 of 5 stars
MaryIN   4 contributions
Indianapolis
Aug 8, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

While I did not dine at the restaurant, I enjoyed the chef's handiwork at an Outstanding in the Field dinner at West Star Farm in Cottage Grove, WI. Never before has "ordinary" food been so extraordinarily prepared and presented. DELICIOUS. more

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5 of 5 stars
macjrs   41 contributions
San Francisco
Aug 1, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

In case you are curious like I was, "L'etoile" means star, or highest ranking French ballerina, or an appellation of wine growing in France. Never the less, here it means excellent food. My partner said it was one of the best meals he has ever had, and we are from San Francisco. Kudos again, Madison! I'll let the photos speak... more

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5 of 5 stars
bmstit   2 contributions
madison, wi
Jul 8, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

the food is delicious and the service is top notch. pricey but worth every single penny more

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5 of 5 stars
Love2TrvlMM   92 contributions
Orlando, Florida
Jun 28, 2009
3
people found this review helpful

Not too many times do you get to take the menu, but it frequently changes. So now armed with my menu I can say exactly what I had. My first course was Beef Carpaccio. For my entree I had Pheasant, the Pheasant came with Mashed Potatoes, Braised Baby Bok Choi and Cognac Jus. This was so good. I did manage... more

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4 of 5 stars
amott325   2 contributions
Madison, WI
Jun 25, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

Living in Madison for over a decade, I had still never found the right occasion to visit L'Etoile until last weekend. We have many favorite local spots that we find it tough to break away from but, partially based on comments from this site, decided it was finally time to give it a try. On a very rainy summer night,... more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jun 20, 2009
1
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Amazing food and impeccable service. At one point, it was rated among the top restaurants in the US. more

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5 of 5 stars
DawnMR   76 contributions
May 17, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Tori Miller is amazing!!! They also have a map of Wisconsin that outlines their local suppliers. Great for any night of the week (not just special occasions as you might think). more

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5 of 5 stars
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Nov 17, 2008
1
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Classy....good food and if you call ahead for reservations, your name will be on your menu, pricey for a student more

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5 of 5 stars
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Nov 9, 2008
1
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Local Ingredient and a young brilliant Chef and Sister own. Bring wallet. more

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L'Etoile Restaurant Address

25 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703
Tel: 608-251-0500 Fax: 608-251-7577
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.