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| - Sometimes you need some old school supper club-style ambiance. Delaney's does not disappoint.
I haven't been compelled to write a review until my partner and I went last night to celebrate our anniversary. The service was so exemplary that I needed to share. Our romantic evening out was enhanced greatly by the upscale yet unpretentious milieu, the careful and patient service, and the delicious food.
I've been here on multiple occasions. One time, when treating some friends and their toddler to a farewell meal, the staff bent over backwards to ensure that the adults still had a fine time out while accommodating our junior dining mate.
Some highlights from my visits to Delaney's:
Seafood bisque: Incredible. The three times I've enjoyed it, I've felt that it fills like a cioppino, without weighing too heavily on the palate. If you're not a big steak fan, please try this excellent soup.
Filets: Prime. I personally believe in eating a small amount of exquisite food rather than a large amount of mediocre fare. Delaney's shines in this department. One of the few places that will serve an actual rare steak (in order to enjoy the flavor of the red meat in which I seldom indulge). Yet the staff still unobtrusively checks in on us after two minutes to ensure I am pleased with my choice. I certainly have been. I've had their filets Au Poivre and Oscar Style, but I'd honestly recommend skipping it. The steak itself is great.
Salmon Fillet: This is what I always consider ordering before I remember that I'm at an excellent steakhouse, and luckily, this is what my partner usually orders. It's like magic; tender to the tongue, and savory throughout. They make the fish not taste fishy. The cherry relish really excels here.
Crab Cakes: Exceptional insofar as they were not what I expected. They appeared as though the chef had simply sauteed them, for they displayed a fine crust without being dipped into a fryer. Light and tasty, and served with a zesty herbed aioli. Will order again.
Ostrich Wellington: Delicious. Just try it. How often do you eat ostrich? It's great.
Their larger steaks I've only tried bites of from friends, but the T-Bone melts in your mouth the way it should. The sides, which are often included with an entree, are definitely on par with a restaurant of this class.
To be entirely honest and ward off concerns of my being a sycophant, their wine list is not as large as some restaurants. They are also not a chain joint. I enjoy their cocktails.
There are many steakhouses in Madison, WI. The comments from those that don't appreciate this place seem to me to be from people who have never worked in the service industry. It is harder than it looks, and that's fine. There are plenty of fine chains that serve cheap food with mediocre results. The service has always been wonderful here, and last night, it was exceptional.
I hope that if you are looking for a quality night out with delicious food and drink, you will try Delaney's. It will likely be a night that you remember.
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