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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was in Madison for work recently and ate at the Old Fashioned after my shuttle driver recommended it. I was not disappointed.I had dinner one night with my parents and brother who had driven up from...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been there a couple of times since my original review, and I've decided they deserve three instead of two stars. The service has still been less than great, but I think this reflects how busy...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went on a Friday night without reservations. We were told it'd be a 3-45 minute wait, and it was certainly towards the upper end of that spectrum. But they comped us our first round of drinks for...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It seems foolish to even write a review. You know when you walk in the door and their are bus loads of people that a place is good. So why didn't I give them 5 stars?I hate to wait - if you are this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Rolled in at 11:30PM on a Friday in August. Our party of 6 was seated immediately and gave drink orders. Waited 20 minutes, never saw our drinks. Tried to order food but was told the kitchen was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Went to the OF to have dinner on 9/14--it was very busy but we got a table right away and ordered drinks. While trying to decide what to order we noticed we could not hear each other from across the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I rescind my previous review. Whatever kinks with food and service existed when the Old Fashioned opened no longer exist. The walleye fish fry is the best in town. (and so are the aforementioned...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the Taste of Madison this weekend, and the cheese curds from the Old Fashioned are probably the best i've ever had. I can't believe I've never eaten here before! They were super greasy (as...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone seems to be out their minds enamored with the Old Fashioned... I liked it, just wasn't obsessed.The absolute best aspect was on Mondays, burgers were $5! Exactly what students needed! Though...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Two words sum up The Old Fashioned: Woefully underwhelming.Dropped in on Friday night at around 6:30pm. Put in our name, grabbed a seat at the bar. Atmosphere gets big ups; they've got the "kitsch"...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food, service, beer selection, and atmosphere are all top notch -- one of the best pub-style restaurants I've ever been too. The signature burger is delicious, replete with soft-boiled egg,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
BURGERS MADE IN HEAVEN, with cheese curds (which I've never heard of, maybe this is a Wisconsin thing? but they are gooooood) and onion rings (thin, crispy, couldn't stop eating those) on the side. I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you've never tried the Old Fashioned, you must do so ASAP.First thing's first: Try the cheese curds. Best you'll ever have. It's not just about the beer battered cheese curds themselves, but about...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The burger here was delicious. That burger (and all the other food) would get at least a 4.5 star rating from me, which is impressive because I am often a bit of a snob when it comes to ground beef...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You can't beat this place. Absolutely delicious food, very reasonably priced, amazing beers (usually the beer of the month is great and cheap). My favorite is, of course, the Old Fashioned burger....
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously, what's not to like about this place!? Their menu is extensive, drinks are made perfect, their beer lineup is diverse, and their food is delicious and doesn't break the bank. You're only...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here recently with my wife and 4 month old. The staff was very accommodating of our giant stroller and extremely friendly. We split the No. 7 and 8 for dinner and it was excellent -- great...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Having brunch at the Old Fashioned is one of my favorite things to do on the weekends. There's rarely a wait, the bloody mary's are fantastic, and the food is delicious. I have never left...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Upside(s): Good, cheap bar. Great staff. Decent menu and portions. Like the burger, tuna sandwich, and Sunday Chicken Dinner. Tuesday tacos are good, too. People rave about the fish (haddock?)...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was good, real good. If I were you, I would make plans to come two days in a row, because we ordered way too much food because everything looks so good. If you already have a second visit...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been for brunch but it is very good. They have a version of eggs benedict using a brat patty instead of canadian bacon which is out of this world. Also their potatoes are awesome, I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
one of the best restaurants in town. casual atmosphere, great authentic WI cuisine done with a new (but not to hipster) flair. lived here 10 years and this is one of my favorite places in town. beware...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AAAHHH!!!! I love this place! The food is absolutely delicious, not your typical bar food. You have to try the cheese curds with the tiger sauce!! The House Brew is amazing, walleye sandwich is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm always amazed at how busy this place is for lunch...especially because at lunchtime you have to order at the counter. However, they experience is always enjoyable! I usually get their salad with...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yet another no-rezzie Madtown restaurant! We called ahead to get the scoop and give them a heads-up re: our requirements, got there at 6:30 after hunting around for handicapped parking, and put our...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has what may be one of the best burgers I've ever had! I also had a sample of the Friday Fish Fry which was also really good! Atmosphere is very unpretentious and welcoming. I went there...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
delicious restaurant on the square - get your fried cheese curds, mac and cheese, and other fatty wisco classics all in one place. if you want to pretend to be healthy, their salads are pretty decent...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoy the Old Fashioned. There is always an exciting atmosphere, but it can get a little crowded. Their food is excellent and very decently priced. I go there as much as I can :)P.S. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you are looking for great food at a decent price then the Old Fashioned is the place. The food here is AMAZING. You should make sure you have a burger with an egg on it, especially if it is a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really miss this place. When I lived in Madison, I was a regular here and dragged in every friend and family member as often as possible. Now I live in Chicago, which has many wonderful things to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great drinks, great food, great atmosphere, great place to go. You will have to wait but it will be worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Best thing I had here was my son's mac and cheese, which can be seen as both a good and a bad thing. This was probably the best mac and cheese that I've ever had, and I felt bad for eating most of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The old fashioned is one of those places that you want to hate because it seems so cliche- but you can't. In fact, every time you visit, you become a bigger fan.Reasons to love it:* Cheese curds (and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This review is based solely on their brunch. The food that came out seemed to be prepared well enough so as far as taste goes I have no complaints but I felt that the brunch menu itself was very...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I have guests in town I love taking them to the Old Fashioned to get a taste of WI. Most food on the menu and ALL beer on tap comes from Wisconsin. I also love coming here to just hang out with...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, one of the best places to get your midwest fill, seating is a little limited-bar is beautiful! I wish it was my place!
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes you just get lucky. Driving into Madison - a city I did not know - I parked near the capitol and walked around looking for a place for a good local lunch. As soon as I spotted The Old...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good, solid brunch. Selection is bigger than most brunch menus I've pored over and the coffee is excellent. I had one of their scrambles - which is supposed to be their pseudo omelette - with a side...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great cheese curds. The menu does not have many vegetarian options, but the mac and cheese was quite tasty, and the salads are gigantic.
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I will concur, they do not take reservations. And that is annoying, especially with the crowds they draw.But, if you want to have the best cheese curds, EVER, you will need to fight the crowds to get...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands-down my favorite Cap Square restaurant - it's so refreshing to have a non-snooty affordable option! Excellent before a Bartell show. Try the summer sausage sandwich - it's AMAZING!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Atmosphere is fun, energetic, and always busy- a great place for groups or just getting a drink after work and feeling like you're really from Wisconsin/Madison. Tap beer selection is enormous (25 or...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First off, I really hate waiting around for a table, so the fact that I go here even when they don't take reservations should tell you something. The Mr. and I have been here several times, weekends...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Stately and pleasantly it sat, A compact house and strong. Then I went in: The door of it was hung beef, the threshold was dry bread, cheese-curds the walls." -12th Century Traditional Celtic Song....
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2008
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Wonderful experience, great location, and the specials are outstanding. Always busy, get there early or you will have to wait. The wait is well worth it!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Locals told those of us that were travelling that this was a great pub with great grub! The mac and cheese was so tasty and the fried cheese curds were great. We don't have cheese curds in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I WILL NEVER AGAIN EAT HERE SOBER!!!I'm a vegetarian, so I can't say much about the burgers. I can, however, vouch for the fact that the grilled cheese and roasted veggie sandwiches were the most...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I agree with Tim B. The best cheese curds in town and fail-safe. I always have a good time and good conversation here (though be forewarned, it's loud!). I dig the scene and the ambiance, the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my fail-safe, go-to restaurant for out-of-state visitors looking for an authentic dairyland gustatory experience. The cheese curds are the best in town, that I've found thus far, and the beer...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had a perfectly respectable meal at The Old Fashioned. Burger, with egg on top, and fries were pretty good and reasonably sized. Some of our friends ordered the cheese sampler and I nibbled on a few...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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My friend took me here on my visit to Madison. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich and salad: absolutely loved the salad, which, though basic, was fresh and tasty, but thought the sandwich had lots of room for...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Im in good 'ol Madison visiting family and was taken to the old fashioned. Of course I had to try the signature drink - the old fashioned which is a brandy based cocktail with some orange slices and a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Let's give it up for good 'ol fashioned Wisconsin food! The pun was totally intended, by the way.I am *in love* with the Old Fashioned Burger. It's the most cholesteroltastic thing I've put in my...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food I've had there has been relatively good. The Wed/Fri night fish fry was great. They have quite a few interesting drinks, so I don't have to stick to the vodka & soda routine that usually...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think I like the idea of this place more than the food. Everything looks and sounds delicious but is generally underwhelming. The burgers are okay, the mac and cheese isn't nearly as good as it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to the Old Fashioned quite a few times since it opened in 2005 and I've never come away disappointed. I especially enjoy how the restaurant has improved on the traditional Wisconsin fare...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Visiting from SF Bay, in early April, I suffered from the bland starchiness pervasive in Wisconsin food. TOF made it all worth it and actually made me feel like I get ripped off in CA far too often....
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A wonderful restaurant serving the best foods of Wisconsin. A wide varieties of cheese, beer, etc. Today I had the fried haddock sandwich and fries for lunch - very good. Lunch is handled differently...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
greasy wisconsin goodness. the vegetarian sandwich is REALLY greasy. The salads are awesome. I mean, who really goes on and on about a salad? I never did, until I ate here. I love the brandy...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Breakfast review.I turned up there this morning and was really pleased with what was on offer. First, the bar was decorated with frightenly large (and scary yummy looking) apple fritters under...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Call me boring, but I love the No. 37. Just a chicken sandwich, but a GOOD chicken sandwich. Perfectly cooked, wonderfully tender chicken on yummy bread. I made a few modifications, swapping the swiss...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite place to "drink." I don't care too much about the food. But their "Bourbon Old Fashioned" is fantabulous. Also, unlike a lot of state street places, the place is much more for grown ups....
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you live in Madison and you are trying to think about where to bring visitors, this IS the place. Pros:-Best fried cheese curds on the planet-Their paprika dip could be it's own food group-Their...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the lazy susan appetizers to share and I cannot rave enough about the Walleye sandwich. It was unbelievable.
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not bad, but not incredible either. We came here with company that spanned two tables and we could barely squeeze ourselves in. We had to hunt for a spare chair, which in my opinion, tooked too long....
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for dinner on our last night in Madison. I really like the atmosphere at this restaurant. The vibe here is great and I really got a feel of the Wisconsin culture and vibe here. It has a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'm proud of my Wisconsin roots and am in love with the concept of a Sconnie-themed restaurant. However, this place leaves much to be desired (In the form of a true supper club). The food is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A terrific find in the locavore vein, recommended to us by multiple locals when we tried to find a place to have lunch on Sunday before leaving to come home to NYC. The menu is chockablock with...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Local watering hole specializing in 'the old fashioned', a classic cocktail from back in the day. With about a dozen variations, along with many, many good Wisconsin microbrews, this is where you go...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Four stars for The Old Fashioned. Mainly those four stars are for the drinks & beers here though. I respect a place that not only names itself after a classic cocktail, but one that has also has a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Grade: B-The very boring looking place doesn't detract from the good service and prices too much. At least you will be able to shove more of this good food in your mouth when you're yawning.
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A comfy wood-panelled establishment with good beers on tap and a diverse menu featuring foods from local dairies and farms.And Yum!! They serve the most innovative country take on Eggs Benedict I've...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i like food that is not meal food but not appetizer food... cheese plates, meat trays, etc. this is a great inexpensive way to eat food like you'd eat it out of your fridge. a little of this, a little...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the sunday brunch is well worth trying. they open at 9a, so if you get there early, you'll avoid the crowd during this popular weekend pastime; or at least you'll be ahead of the game.the walleye is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Haven't eaten here, but the namesake drink is great, and the $1.50 Hamms and other legacy beers are even better when you're drinking on a budget.
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I went there once. The food was overpriced, underdelicious, and what I mostly remember was that it took FOREVER. It was brunch time on a Saturday morning, but even taking that into consideration,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ever have an upscale bratwurst? Well, my friend, are you in for a treat. Pair it up with Wisconsin's staple cocktail, the Old Fashioned and you have yourself a great little bar/restaurant. The decor...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to The Old Fashioned 6 times now. So I feel comfortable giving a review.The Old Fashioned is just not that great.I grew up in small town Wisconsin and have a firm grasp on Wisconsin supper...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the Old Fashioned around brunch time on a Sunday and it was a bit crowded. We were sort of in a hurry so the wait for our lunches seemed long, but were we not in a hurry it would have been...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just ate/drank at the old fashioned for the first time saturday night (4/22). I can personally vouch for the deliciousness that is the macaroni and cheese. oohhh man...if you are a true...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I love it so much that if I were to die of a heart attack after eating yet another delicious Old Fashioned burger (which I might), my last words would be "worth it" before I keeled...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tuesday is taco night and they're a buck-fifty each. Fish fry can't be beat. The house brew is tasty, and Huber, so automatically awesome. They serve only Wisconsin beer. They put popcorn in the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'd have to disgree with the previous reviews. I ate lunch at The Old Fashioned Last week and I was frankly not impressed. Basically this restaurant is just an upscale Culver's. You order your food...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very, very busy & crowded but fun. Had an absolutely perfect meal, best Friday night fish fry dinner of my life. Be prepared to wait for a table, it will be worth your time!
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Old Fashioned is a testiment to Wisconsin cuisine. Named after the unoffical state cocktail, it serves up a variety of supper club staples all prepared with a loving touch. With staff from local...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Full disclosure, owned by personal friends. That said, I know how much thought went into this place and it shows. The best cheese curds in town, which should put them high in the running for best...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2005
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