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Draper Brother's Chophouse, Madison, WI

Draper Brother's Chophouse

4.4
4.4
200 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
Step back in time to 1867 when the Draper Brothers founded their renowned meat house in the heart of Madison. Their passion for quality and taste quickly made them the region's go-to destination for the finest cuts of meat.

Nestled within the walls of the iconic building that was once home to the renowned House of Wisconsin Cheese and Blue Marlin, our stunning interior design celebrates the building's rich history while introducing a new level of elegance and sophistication to Madison's culinary scene.

Sink into our plush, comfortable seating, bask in the warm glow of soft lighting, and enjoy impeccable service that attends to your every need. If you're looking for an intimate evening for two, a celebratory night out with friends, or a sophisticated venue for a special occasion, our restaurant provides the perfect ambiance to create unforgettable memories.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Steak, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (608) 661-2458
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 200 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Madison

    Great for fine wines

  • Madison

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Draper Brother's Chophouse offers an upscale dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about their steaks, especially the "best steak I've ever eaten," and enjoy the cozy atmosphere. While prices are on the higher side, the ambiance and attentive staff make it a memorable visit.

200 Reviews
  1. katerina

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff was welcoming and service was great. The space itself is beautiful. The upstairs is quiet and intimate feeling. The downstairs is quite noisy due to the proximity of the kitchen (you can hear the dishes being washed while sitting at the bar). Sadly, we were disappointed with our steaks. While they were seasoned well, they were over cooked. We ordered medium rare and got medium well. Barely any pink in my steak. Pretty disappointing for a $54 steak. With a few tweaks, these issues could be easily remedied.

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  2. Guy

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fell a little short of “fine dining” for me. My shrimp cocktail was not good. The shrimp was over cooked and dry. They looked like they had been stored in the cooler for a While. My short rib mushroom ravioli was delicious. My husband’s seafood soup was not good at all; however, his filet was fabulous! We shared the key lime pie, but couldn’t eat it as it had a plastic aftertaste. Wine and coffee were delicious! Service was excellent! As you can see, quality was inconsistent for me. Not the fine dining I am accustomed to and unlikely we will return.

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  3. Kim

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cozy and beautiful atmosphere. Wonderful service and delicious food.

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  4. Marisa

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    This was our 3rd time giving Draper’s a chance. We have now decided this is not the place for us. Ordered 2 steaks. One 85$ medium well and filet well done. The 85$ steak came out completely rare. The waitress did not check in after rhe food was served for about 10 minutes. We had to wait and wait to get her attention before being able to send it back. Which meant one person was completely done while the other sat and waited. Steaks were not tender or seasoned. For the price of the food we anticipate top service and high quality steaks. We gave three chances and we will not return. Extremely disappointed.

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  5. Loren

    VIP

    Chicago

    75 reviews

    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything g was excellent in terms of ambience, food, and service. We will be back.

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  6. Robert

    Milwaukee

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The building and atmosphere is fantastic. Unfortunately we must have been there on an off night. Steaks were well done (no pink) when we actually ordered med rare and medium steaks. The error was said to be a food runner grabbing the wrong steaks but I doubt that in a steak house that all five cuts were ordered well done at any table..LOL They did do us right by remaking the steak, but it kind of ruins the temperature of the sides and then some people eating others not… kind of derails the dinner vibe. We had a Great waitress Fatima. Hopefully this is one off because otherwise Draper Brother’s has everything else working for it.

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  7. MaryEllen

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every course that we ordered was absolutely superb! CAN'T WAIT TO GO BACK!!!

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  8. Bruce

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The appetizers were fantastic. Desert was delightful (and plentiful). The main course, salmon, was underwhelming. We are pescatarians and frequently eat salmon - at least twice weekly. This dish was plain - like something I might prepare at home if I was in a hurry with no time to season it or anything.

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  9. Kirby

    VIP

    Milwaukee

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! First time at Drapers and will definitely be back. Management delivers a great experience and the servers and bartenders deliver on that experience.

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  10. Ruby

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend Drapers for any occasion, the decor is modern and sophisticated, yet has feels of a very traditional steakhouse. Lamb Lollipops: 10/10, incredible value for the amount and quality of meat Meatball: great for large groups you get FIVE huge meatballs I think it’s the best value item on the menu Short Rib Mushroom Ravioli: Absolutely impecable, the pasta is homemade and it tastes like it! Draper Cut: luxurious filet with amazing extra flavor from the bone, perfrct portion size as well My favorite sides were the asparagus and Yukon mash, best mashed potatoes I’ve ever had! The food always comes out hot.

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Draper Brother's Chophouse is rated 4.4 stars by 200 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Draper Brother's Chophouse

101 N Hamilton St, Madison, WI 53703-2115

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Madison
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Steak, Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Private Room, Wheelchair Access
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