Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

4.7

4513 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

4.7

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

San Luis Obispo

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

Enjoy an award winning dining experience in our world-famous pink and gold Steak House - offering a comfortable and opulent dining atmosphere. Indulge in a delicious oak-pit-barbecued steak, fresh seafood, chicken, or vegetarian entrees. Featuring a superb wine list, decadent world-famous desserts and a whimsical, European atmosphere. Boutique shopping makes for a fun experience before or after you dine with us.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Barbecue
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(805) 543-3000
Website
http://www.madonnainn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Please visit https://www.madonnainn.com/weddings-events for more information about catering and events!
Private party facilities
Please visit https://www.madonnainn.com/weddings-events for more information about catering and events!

Location
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Neighborhood
San Luis Obispo
Cross street
Hwy 101 & Madonna Rd Exit
Parking details
Plenty of free private parking! Easy on and off freeway access with parking adjacent to the restaurant.
Public transit
Bus stop at the entrance to Madonna Inn.
Entertainment
Voted biggest and best dance floor on the Central Coast! Nightly entertainment and dancing. The adjacent Silver Bar Cocktail Lounge serves signature cocktails, craft beer, and a select wines. Made to order appetizers also available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Locally Handmade Swiss & Linguica Sausage$19.95
Barbecued over our oak pit, sliced and served sizzling hot
Romesco Avocado Toast$11.95
Romesco sauce, roasted corn, feta cheese and cilantro
Garlic Cheese Bread$11.95
San Luis Sourdough bread, garlic, green onions and a variety of fresh cheeses
Artisan Cheese Plate$24.95
Chef's selection of five various cheeses served with honeycomb, candied pecans, Greek olives and grape clusters
Pick & Shovel Turkey Sliders$17.95
Turkey patty, cheddar cheese, onion ring, chipotle mayo and Pick & Shovel BBQ Sauce
- For 3$16.95
Shrimp Cocktail$24.95
A generous helping of shrimp served over minced celery and our homemade cocktail sauce
Cheese & Fig Crostini$12.95
Goat cheese crostini with fig compote and pistachio crumbles
Truffle Fingerling Potatoes$8.95
Fingerling potatoes, fresh herbs, Kosher salt, and parmesan cheese. Finished with white truffle oil
Portobello Mushroom Fries$12.95
Parsley, parmesan cheese & lemon aioli
Chicken Caesar Salad$28.95
Sliced grilled chicken breast served over crisp, tossed romaine with parmesan cheese, croutons and our traditional Caesar dressing
Spinach Salad$26.95
Fresh spinach greens served with sliced eggs, chopped bacon, cheddar cheese and water chestnuts topped with our Aunt LaVerne's secret homemade dressing
Prime Rib Salad$39.95
Prime rib served atop mixed greens, caramelized onions, artichoke hearts, heirloom tomatoes, croutons and parmesan cheese, tossed in a creamy horseradish dressing

Entrees

All entrees served with homemade soup or salad, vegetables, baked potato or rice pilaf and fresh baked dinner rolls and focaccia bread

Swordfish Steak$45.95
You will savor the flavor of this mildly sweet fish
Halibut Steak$49.95
A hearty fillet, grilled to your liking
Atlantic Salmon$39.95
Filleted by hand and broiled to perfection. Rich in flavor, firm, yet very tender and tasty
Broiled North Atlantic Lobster Tail$99.95
Served with lemon and drawn butter
French Filet Mignon$72.95
Hand cut aged beef wrapped in bacon. Served with mushroom caps and a rich burgundy sauce
Filet Mignon$69.95
Our most popular steak. So tender you can almost cut it with a fork
New York Steak$59.95
Barbecued to perfection and topped with mushrooms at your discretion
Top Sirloin Steak$52.95
Properly aged for a robust flavor, cooked over our oak wood pit
Rib Eye Steak$67.95
Due to this steak's unique marbling, you will find the Rib Eye tender and juicy!
Prime Rib of Beef$69.95
Traditionally thick cut and slow roasted. Served au jus style with our bold creamy horseradish
Sun-Dried Tomato Farfalle Pasta$29.95
Sundried tomatoes, fresh basil, roasted garlic, alfredo, parmesan cheese, and pine nuts
- Add Chicken$34.95
Spring Lamb Chops$69.95
Barbecued over oak wood to bring out their distinctive tender and sweet taste. Served with apple mint jelly
Filet Mignon and North Atlantic Lobster$149.95
11 ounces of our trademark filet mignon and one full pound of North Atlantic rock lobster. Served with fresh lemon and drawn butter
Chicken Barbecued or Fried$34.95
Fried southern style or barbecued over oak wood and serve with our Pick & Shovel barbecue sauce
Savory Pork Chop$49.95
Frenched two bone, brown sugar brined chop, served with a homemade apple chutney for a sweet and savory finish
Grilled Portabello$39.95
Layered with heirloom tomatoes, goat cheese, seasonal vegetables, and a balsamic reduction drizzle. This lighter fare has a distinct western flavor from the natural red oak barbecue

What 4,513 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Most Booked
San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles
Best Overall
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Best Ambiance
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Innovative
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Good for groups
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Hot spot
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Great for fine wines
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Romantic
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Good for special occasions
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Lively
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Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Alex Madonna's Gold Rush Steak House at Madonna Inn offers a "romantic, charming, and fabulous" dining experience with a "unique and kitschy" ambiance. Guests rave about the "excellent" service and "delicious" food, including standout steaks and desserts like the famous Pink Champagne cake. Perfect for special occasions and celebrations.

4,513 Reviews

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Claudia
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect restaurant for holiday vibes. Come earlier than rsvp to look around and take pictures
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Henry
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, great service and classic Madonna Inn ambience.
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Mike
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The filet mignon was one of the best I’ve ever enjoyed. The special attention for my wife’s birthday was nice, too.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated our 49th anniversary and everything was just as good as it was that first night of our honeymoon so many years ago!
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Yuriko
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress was very professional and efficient and yet friendly !! Very experienced!!!
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Dennis
Orange County
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent evening,,everything I wanted it to be for my wife and daughters. Staff were courteous friendly and very accommodating.
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Andrew
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great anniversary experience ! Thank you to a great team !!
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Gretchen
VIP
Las Vegas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it. Great service and maybe the best steak I’ve had in months and the festive decorations this time of year are a must!
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Susan
New Mexico
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I had heard how spectacular the Christmas decorations are, so I chose this time of year to dine at Madonna's, and they did not disappoint! There's more than you could ever take in just looking around. The staff was friendly and prompt. My particular waiter did not seem very knowledgeable about wines, but his knowledge of the food was good. The couple at the table next to me were very pleased with his suggestions. The food is your standard, basic steak house faire. It brought back memories of dining with my parents. Along with your main entree you get the basic green salad or soup, vegetables, baked potato or rice and a bread basket. The food was simple, but good. I had the portobello mushroom since I'm more vegetarian, and it was very tasty with cheese and balsamic toppings. Of course, I had to try their famous Pink Champagne Cake which is a white cake with two types of fillings and pink curls sprinkled on the top. It too was very good and huge...best to share with one or two others. I was there early on a weekday, so the noise level from patrons was low. The old fashioned Christmas music was loud and festive. If you enjoy a traditional steakhouse experience, Madonna's Gold Rush Steak House is perfect.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing evening. Holiday tradition as a child and now bringing my own children. Married here 24 years ago and we come back whenever possible. Food is ALWAYS delicious. Can’t find a better steak anywhere. Cooked to perfection. No steak knife needed. Honest. Get the carrot cake!!!!
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FAQs

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 543-3000.

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 4513 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

4.7

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

San Luis Obispo

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Hwy 101 & Madonna Rd Exit
Neighborhood
San Luis Obispo
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Barbecue
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Plenty of free private parking! Easy on and off freeway access with parking adjacent to the restaurant.
Public transit
Bus stop at the entrance to Madonna Inn.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Voted biggest and best dance floor on the Central Coast! Nightly entertainment and dancing. The adjacent Silver Bar Cocktail Lounge serves signature cocktails, craft beer, and a select wines. Made to order appetizers also available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.madonnainn.com/
Phone number
(805) 543-3000
Catering
Please visit https://www.madonnainn.com/weddings-events for more information about catering and events!
Private party facilities
Please visit https://www.madonnainn.com/weddings-events for more information about catering and events!

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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French Filet Mignon

Pink Champagne

Atlantic Salmon

Appetizers & Salads

Locally Handmade Swiss & Linguica Sausage$19.95

Romesco Avocado Toast$11.95

Garlic Cheese Bread$11.95

Artisan Cheese Plate$24.95

Pick & Shovel Turkey Sliders$17.95

Shrimp Cocktail$24.95

Cheese & Fig Crostini$12.95

Truffle Fingerling Potatoes$8.95

Portobello Mushroom Fries$12.95

Chicken Caesar Salad$28.95

Spinach Salad$26.95

Prime Rib Salad$39.95

Entrees

Swordfish Steak$45.95

Halibut Steak$49.95

Atlantic Salmon$39.95

Broiled North Atlantic Lobster Tail$99.95

French Filet Mignon$72.95

Filet Mignon$69.95

New York Steak$59.95

Top Sirloin Steak$52.95

Rib Eye Steak$67.95

Prime Rib of Beef$69.95

Sun-Dried Tomato Farfalle Pasta$29.95

Spring Lamb Chops$69.95

Filet Mignon and North Atlantic Lobster$149.95

Chicken Barbecued or Fried$34.95

Savory Pork Chop$49.95

Grilled Portabello$39.95

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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