Winter Restaurant Week 2026
WHEN:
January 25, 2026 - January 30, 2026
WHERE:
Madison Winter Restaurant Week is back with multiple participating Middleton locations! From Jan. 25 – 30, 2026, enjoy a taste of delicious, local food from restaurants around the Madison and Middleton area. A variety of restaurants have curated special prix-fixe menus for the week, featuring three courses. Menu prices start at $30, with some restaurants offering a $20 lunch special. Check out each restaurant’s menu for specific pricing and offerings. If choosing dine-in, reservations are not required but recommended.
Here’s a list of participating Middleton restaurants with links to their Restaurant Week offerings, scroll down to see their menus:
Winter Restaurant Week is presented by Channel 3000’s Madison Magazine and sponsored by Keep Wisconsin Warm/Cool Fund, Heat for Heroes, with additional support from Roth Cheese and E&J Gallo Winery. Discover additional 2026 Winter Restaurant Week participants and learn more through Channel 3000’s article: https://www.channel3000.com/madison-magazine/restaurant-week/
Event Details
Craftsman Table & Tap – Menu
Includes three courses. Choose one item from each course. Beverages, tax and tip not included. Vegan options available upon request.
Lunch $20
- First Course
- White Chickpea Chili
- Brussel Sprout Salad
- Fried Pickles
- Second Course
- Mushrooms and Garlic Burger
- Fried Walleye Sandwich
- Butternut Squash Ravioli
- Mediterranean Wrap
- Third Course
- Chocolate Crème Brûlée
- Caramel Pecan Bar
- Walnut Torte
Dinner $30
- First Course
- White Chickpea Chili
- Pan-Seared Shrimp Cakes
- Roasted Beet Salad
- Second Course
- Grilled Pork Chop
- Beef Ravioli
- Parmesan Risotto with Brussels Sprouts
- Mezze Plate
- Third Course
- Chocolate Crème Brûlée
- Caramel Pecan Bar
- Walnut Torte
Trio Ramen – Menu
Lunch $20
- Drink
- Lychee LemonadeDrink
- Strawberry Lemonade
- Entree
- Tonkotsu Pork Loin
- Miso Chicken Katsu
- Vegetarian Tofu
Dinner $40
- First Course
- Edamame
- Pan Fried Gyoza (chicken or vegetable)
- Seaweed Salad
- Second Course
- Tonkotsu Pork Loin
- Miso Chicken Katsu
- Shoyu Pork Loin
- Tonkotsu Grilled Shrimp
- Vegetarian Tofu
- Base Udon
- Shrimp Fried Rice
- Curry Chicken Katsu
- Curry Pork Loin over rice
- Curry Mixed Vegetables Over Rice Pork Chashu Donburi
- Vegtable Donburi
- Third Course
- Mochi Ice Cream (Strawberry, Green Tea, Chocolate or Black Sesame)
Ruth Chris Steak House – Menu
Includes three courses.
Dinner $50
- First Course
- Steak House Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Soup of the Day
- Second Course
- Petite Filet
- Stuffed Chicken Breast
- Almond Crusted Walleye
- Third Course
- Seasonal Symphony Dessert
- Chocolate Sin Cake
- Fresh Seasonal Berries with Sweet Cream Sauce
Upcoming Events
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