L'Etoile Restaurant

L'Etoile Restaurant L'Etoile is a fine dining restaurant in Madison, WI. Our seasonal menus are inspired by the artisans and small sustainable farms of the Midwest.
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L’Etoile has served local and seasonal offerings since it first opened its doors in 1976. Former owner Odessa Piper, a pioneer of the sustainable food movement, prided herself in the cultivation of strong farm-to-restaurant relationships. Her support of Madison area farms and artisan producers helped grow what is now the largest producer-only farmers’ market in the nation. Through the years, L’Etoile has become known as a “shining star” in the Midwest for its consistence in quality and service. L’Etoile, under Chef Tory, continues to win high praise both locally and nationally for its excellence in food and service. Recent recognitions include Gourmet Magazine’s “America’s Top 50 Restaurants”, Saveur’s “Top 100” and the title of Madison Magazine’s “2010 Chef of the Year," as well as Chef Tory's James Beard "Best Chef: Midwest" Award in 2012. We still believe that supporting our local farmers and artisan producers has a direct impact on our community: it strengthens local economies; it encourages variety and enriches our food traditions; it promotes health and wellness by offering menus made from natural and wholesome ingredients. We will always have local and seasonal ingredients on our menu, no matter the season.

L'Etoile welcomes graduates and their families, and those celebrating Mother's Day, on May 8th, 9th, and 10th with a fou...
02/19/2026

L'Etoile welcomes graduates and their families, and those celebrating Mother's Day, on May 8th, 9th, and 10th with a four course prix-fixe menu at $175 per guest, with optional and additional wine pairings curated by sommelier Michael Kwas. Reservations will be available starting today at 2pm, please visit our website. We look forward to celebrating with you!

We are thrilled to announce the third event of our 50th Anniversary Dinner Series: A special dinner featuring our friend...
02/18/2026

We are thrilled to announce the third event of our 50th Anniversary Dinner Series: A special dinner featuring our friends and Milwaukee area James Beard award-winning Chefs! We are honored to welcome Chef Justin Aprahamian of Sanford, Chef Dane Baldwin of The Diplomat, Chef Milunka Radicevic of Three Brothers, and Chef Adam Siegel of Lupi & Iris to L’Etoile! Join us for what is sure to be an extraordinary evening of dining with a six course tasting menu experience, accompanied by a beverage pairing from the L’Etoile team. Tickets available on our website.

The culmination of the savory portion of our Tasting Menu is currently this beautiful Son of a Beach Beef New York Strip...
02/03/2026

The culmination of the savory portion of our Tasting Menu is currently this beautiful Son of a Beach Beef New York Strip | Emmi Roth Grand Cru pavé, parsnip confit, beef tallow popover, maitake mushroom, bone marrow-oxtail ragu and a port wine soubise.

01/27/2026

Valentine’s Day reservations are available now, we will be serving our special 5 course menu both Friday, February 13th and Saturday, February 14th. Join us to celebrate!

Thank you, Lindsay!
01/23/2026

Thank you, Lindsay!

Some of the culinary pop-ups around Madison include L’Etoile’s 50th anniversary series, chef residencies at Seven Acre Dairy and a new hot dog pop-up.

01/06/2026

Chef Tory Miller prepares our new pasta dish | Honeynut Squash and Dream Farm Chèvre Cappelletti with Pinn Oak Farms Lamb Sunday Gravy.

In 2026 L’Etoile restaurant is proud to celebrate our 50th anniversary! We are commemorating this incredible accomplishm...
12/22/2025

In 2026 L’Etoile restaurant is proud to celebrate our 50th anniversary!

We are commemorating this incredible accomplishment by celebrating with the many friends we have made along the way. We will have a monthly dinner series featuring guest chefs, wine makers, and some of our wine director, Micheal Kwas’ favorite selections and vintages.

We are honored to announce our first guest chef dinner featuring local celebrity chefs that started out here at L’Etoile! Join us for our Chef Alumni dinner Tuesday, January 20th. Featuring Chefs Itaru Nagano, Jamie Brown-Soukaseume, Andrew Kroeger, Evan Dannells, and Eric Rupert. Tickets on sale now.

We present our New Year’s Eve menu! Available both Tuesday, December 30th and Wednesday, December 31st.
12/18/2025

We present our New Year’s Eve menu! Available both Tuesday, December 30th and Wednesday, December 31st.

Spiced Snug Haven Carrots | winter Snug Haven carrots are highlighted with pastrami spices and roasted in Greek yogurt, ...
12/08/2025

Spiced Snug Haven Carrots | winter Snug Haven carrots are highlighted with pastrami spices and roasted in Greek yogurt, plated with Badger Flame beet and buttermilk soup, carrot top oil, rye crisp.

Join us to celebrate the New Year! We are offering a Five Course Tasting Menu for $175 on both Tuesday, December 30th an...
12/06/2025

Join us to celebrate the New Year! We are offering a Five Course Tasting Menu for $175 on both Tuesday, December 30th and Wednesday, December 31st.

Reservations are available on our website. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Our Five Spice Pumpkin Cake | hazelnut dacquoise, pumpkin crème fraîche mousseline, toasted maple ice cream, orange.
12/04/2025

Our Five Spice Pumpkin Cake | hazelnut dacquoise, pumpkin crème fraîche mousseline, toasted maple ice cream, orange.

Join us for dinner this week. Welcoming guests Tuesday, November 25th, Wednesday, November 26th, and Saturday, November ...
11/24/2025

Join us for dinner this week. Welcoming guests Tuesday, November 25th, Wednesday, November 26th, and Saturday, November 29th.

Address

1 S Pinckney Street, Ste 107
Madison, WI
53703

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5pm - 8:15pm
Thursday 5pm - 8:15pm
Friday 5pm - 8:45pm
Saturday 5pm - 8:45pm

Telephone

+16082510500

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