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Restaurants Cost in Madison, WI — 2026 Price Guide
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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Madison, WI by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Sardine with a 4.7-star rating from 2,221 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: The Harvey House and Eno Vino Downtown. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Madison is 4.5 stars from 1,562 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Madison range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 10, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
The Boathouse
The Boathouse stands out for its stunning lakeside setting and consistently high ratings, making it a top-ranked choice in Madison.
Most Reviewed
The Old Fashioned
A high review count indicates broad popularity and reliable, crowd-tested quality, helping you choose a trusted spot.
For a special occasion with scenic views, book The Boathouse; for a classic Wisconsin supper club experience with many local reviews, try The Old Fashioned.
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4.5★
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Top Rated Restaurants
A popular local spot with 4.7 stars from over 2,200 reviews.
617 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, USAThis Madison restaurant holds a 4.7 rating from hundreds of Google reviews.
644 W Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, USA4.6 stars from over 2,000 Google reviews, a top-rated Madison dining choice.
1 N Webster St, Madison, WI 53703, USARestaurants Rankings in Madison, WI
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Sardine617 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA | 4.7★ | 2,221 |
| #2 | The Harvey House644 W Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, USA | 4.7★ | 922 |
| #3 | Eno Vino Downtown1 N Webster St, Madison, WI 53703, USA | 4.6★ | 2,034 |
| #4 | Cento122 W Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703, USA | 4.6★ | 2,120 |
| #5 | Graze Restaurant1 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA | 4.4★ | 2,042 |
| #6 | Naples 1515 N Butler St, Madison, WI 53703, USA | 4.5★ | 1,689 |
| #7 | Merchant Madison121 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA | 4.4★ | 1,413 |
| #8 | Mint Mark1874 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA | 4.6★ | 1,176 |
| #9 | Heritage Tavern131 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703, USA | 4.6★ | 1,159 |
| #10 | Madison's119 King St, Madison, WI 53703, USA | 4.3★ | 779 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Madison
4.6 stars from thousands of reviews, a top-rated Madison restaurant.
122 W Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from over 2,000 Google reviews.
1 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
4.5 stars from over 1,600 Google reviews, a popular Madison dining choice.
15 N Butler St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from over 1,400 Google reviews, a reliably popular local choice.
121 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Praised by over 1,100 reviewers for a consistent 4.6-star dining experience.
1874 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA
4.6 stars from over 1,100 reviews, reflecting consistently strong local customer satisfaction.
131 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Rated 4.3 stars from 779 Google reviews, this Madison restaurant is a reliably popular choice.
119 King St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
A popular local spot with 4.5 stars from nearly 600 reviews.
117 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
4.7 stars from over 400 Google reviews, reflecting consistent customer satisfaction.
1 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Rated 4.9 stars from over 230 Google reviews, this Madison restaurant is a local favorite.
1859 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711, USA
Consistently earns a 4.5-star rating from over 2,300 Google reviews.
116 S Hamilton St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Consistently rated 4.6 stars from over 2,400 Google reviews.
317 N Frances St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
A reliable Madison restaurant with 4.4 stars from over 1,600 Google reviews.
2601 W Beltline Hwy, Madison, WI 53713, USA
A solid 4.2-star rating from over 600 Google reviews.
1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Popular Madison restaurant earns 4.5 stars from over 500 Google reviews.
351 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Praised by over 4,800 reviews, this Madison restaurant holds a strong 4.5-star rating.
23 N Pinckney St #1, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Boasting 4.6 stars from nearly 2,000 reviews, it is a top-rated Madison restaurant.
118 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
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Restaurants in Madison, WI — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sardine | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 2,221 |
| 2 | The Harvey House | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 922 |
| 3 | Eno Vino Downtown | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,034 |
| 4 | Cento | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,120 |
| 5 | Graze Restaurant | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 2,042 |
| 6 | Naples 15 | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,689 |
| 7 | Merchant Madison | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,413 |
| 8 | Mint Mark | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,176 |
| 9 | Heritage Tavern | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,159 |
| 10 | Madison's | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 779 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026
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