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Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo, CA

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

4.7
4.7
4505 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 47 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 areas

Additional information

  • 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
  • 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!
  • Area
    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, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,505 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Steakhouse

  • California Central Coast

    Most Booked

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Overall

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Service

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Ambience

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Innovative

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Good for groups

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Hot spot

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Great for fine wines

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Romantic

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Good for special occasions

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Lively

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    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.

4,505 Reviews
  1. Susan

    New Mexico

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  3. Sylvia

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the pork chop which was excellent. They have upgraded their bread to an herb bread which we loved, even my granddaughter liked it. Waiters were friendly and always refilling drinks. My daughter really liked her pasta. Food was seasoned perfectly. We had a lovely night.

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  4. Christopher

    Greater Boston

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely a must do when visiting SLO or for special occasion. Romantic nostalgic setting; a bit tacky; but that adds to charm & history of it. I did not see waterfall in urinal though I’ve dined here about 5-6xs…as I have no desire to go in “men’s bathroom” or view a urjnal, ever-LOL! Gift store is upstairs from restaurant—it has 2 floors & something for everyone—in addition to gifts (for urself or others) it encompasses a giant boutique style clothing, shoes & accessories!! Wonderful evening! O h& check out the bar/lounge b4 or after dinner or both & dancefloor w/live band tops it all off. If you stay @ hotel definitely try “Copper Cafe & bakery”—the cakes are “signature” one of a kind & very delicious & impressive & can be purchased in dining room; lounge; copper cafe or bakery. TIP: if ur interested in taking home a whole cake they require advance purchase so check out very informative website that gives more detail than i just did! Cant wait to go back with our adult children this Christmas Eve & maybe stay there to check out “spa & pool with outside food & bar service (for hotel/spa guests only”)!

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  5. Drue A

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What amazing Christmas decorations on top of their normal full blown decorations! We had been wine tasting all afternoon so we didn’t get any drinks besides iced tea. The food was very good, lamb chops and salmon dinners were so delicious. One chop was way overdone but the other two were fine despite my requesting medium rare and clearly getting medium. Surprised me with a huge piece of their pink champagne cake for my birthday treat! Staff could not have been more gracious or helpful. Delightful evening.

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  6. Sarah

    Hawaii

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our experience! Ashlee was our wonderful server and she was so great. The food and service were impeccable- we are here for a couple days celebrating my husbands Birthday and it was such a nice first days meal.. I got the filet which came with a salad or soup (I got salad) and baked potato- she recommended this amazing blue cheese dressing.. so good!! Husband got the Ribye with the broccoli cheddar soup which was delicious as well and a baked potato.. the place is decked out for Christmas which made it magical.. they do such a great job with their decor.. highly recommend!

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  7. Angie

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time dining at the steakhouse. It did not disappoint. The ambiance was wonderful. The staff friendly, and our server Jamie was amazing! We enjoyed all that we ate and drank. We will definitely be back. We will tell our friends & fam they have to dine here at least once-especially Siri g the holidays. It is a gem!

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  8. Jeffrey

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dining room was beautifully decorated for the holidays. The service and food were wonderful and our guests had a memorable experience.

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  9. ROBERT

    Caribbean

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Highly over rated. Average food, poor service, high prices. Will not return.

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  10. Sarah

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Madonna Inn as a whole is a beautiful and unique experience. The venue and the fun, dancing, singing, it's truly a great place. However, the food is nothing special at all. It's mediocre at best. The waitress wasn't the best, and for a steakhouse, I'd expect a little better. The food was nothing special and for $70 for a steak at least, you'd expect it to wow you. The veggies are literally steamed from a frozen bag. 

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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 4505 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 47 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
  • Area
    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, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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!
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