Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Wisconsin
  4. Madison
  5. Madison
Fresco, Madison, WI

Fresco

4.4
4.4
2233 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
This summer, Fresco is safely serving our guests indoors and outdoors in the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art Sculpture Garden. We welcome you to join us by making a reservation online or by calling us at 608-663-7374. We are currently accepting reservations for indoor dining and if you wish to sit outside the host will let you know availability when you arrive, weather dependent.

Not available on OpenTable

Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

Is this your restaurant?
Claim this listing

There’s more to explore

Discover countless more restaurants like this one with our app.

Scan the QR code to discover countless more restaurants like this one with our app.

Open app

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (608) 663-7374
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    For offsite catering inquiries, or catering within the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, please contact Megan Moderson at mmoderson@foodfightinc.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Megan Moderson at mmoderson@foodfightinc.com for details regarding private events in the restaurant, Sculpture Garden or Museum Lobby.
  • Private party contact
    Amanda Schnoll: (608) 663-7374
  • Area
    Madison
  • Cross Street
    State Street / Henry Street / W. Johnson Street
  • Parking details
    Parking available at the Overture Center ramp on the corner of Henry & Dayton.
  • Public transit
    Henry & Dayton
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,233 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4
4.4 based on all time ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 1.9Value

NoiseModerate

2,233 Reviews
  1. Pern453

    Milwaukee

    12 reviews

    1.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    It’s closed. No way to cancel this reservation and no notification.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Barbara

    Milwaukee

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 2 October 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined the last night Fresco will be open. It was excellent and made us sad that it is closing. We hope the space will go to another amazing restaurant. The views are terrific and the ambiance is great.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Emerson

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 2 October 2021

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Fresco will be missed in the Madison culinary scene. It was one of the best restaurants in a city with many contenders. We went on its final day for one last dinner. The food was superb, especially the corn soup, NY strip steak, chicken, and flourless chocolate cake. The entire staff is always friendly and professional, and their last day was no exception. We ate outside on an unseasonably warm evening, so it was quiet. Prices were always reasonable for well-prepared meals using excellent ingredients. Best wishes to all of their staff!

    Is this helpful?

  4. JanelleA

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 October 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique and delicious food! We hope to return the next time we're in town.

    Is this helpful?

  5. KimG

    New York City

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 2 October 2021

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Too salty and closing anyway

    Is this helpful?

  6. peacelovers

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 October 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, excellent service, and the loveliest ambiance & views. We are so sad Fresco is closing.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Kathy

    Milwaukee

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 30 September 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful night to eat outside - service was outstanding. I hate to see Fresco close!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Flo1983

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 25 September 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seated immediately, very friendly service, delicious food! Amazing views on the roof

    Is this helpful?

  9. papa

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 24 September 2021

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff was very helpful and friendly. My dinner was disappointing. Pork was in need of an extra sharp knife. Not tender at all. Besides not having a lot of flavor dinner was COLD. Other items on plate were no better than what we could buy at super market. Cocktail was unique, very good although expensive. Dessert was also very good. I am not speaking for my wife. She enjoyed hers very much. I would never order that dish again. If there is a next time I will bring a bag from Culvers. This was a birthday celebration for my wife John Policello

    Is this helpful?

  10. JaneW

    Milwaukee

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2021

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely setting, delicious food, good service. So sorry that they are closing.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Fresco is rated 4.4 stars by 2233 OpenTable diners.

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

Not available on OpenTable

Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

Is this your restaurant?
Claim this listing
Google Map for Fresco

227 State Street, Madison, WI 53703

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    State Street / Henry Street / W. Johnson Street
  • Area
    Madison
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking available at the Overture Center ramp on the corner of Henry & Dayton.
  • Public transit
    Henry & Dayton
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (608) 663-7374
  • Catering
    For offsite catering inquiries, or catering within the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, please contact Megan Moderson at mmoderson@foodfightinc.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Megan Moderson at mmoderson@foodfightinc.com for details regarding private events in the restaurant, Sculpture Garden or Museum Lobby.
  • Private party contact
    Amanda Schnoll: (608) 663-7374
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable Australia Level 22, 357 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo