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| - 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 that is found in supper clubs throughout the state. I enjoy the classic supper clubs as much as the next guy, but in my opinion the Old Fashioned exceeds these establishments by using higher quality local ingredients and a fresh dose of experimentation. Now it should be stressed that the Old Fashioned is NOT a supper club. I've gone there with friends that were under this impression, and it lessened their opinions of the place because they were expecting the usual prime rib specials and relish tray. No, this is a downtown restaurant and bar on the Square, with food that combines the traditional with modern flavors.
The food at the Old Fashioned is the main reason I never hesitate in coming back. I'm especially fond of the roast beef tenderloin sandwich (#42) - maybe my favorite roast beef sandwich of all time. The turkey breast and the pulled pork are also perfectly balanced sandwiches, and the chicken (#37 - sans the mayo) is another stand-by. I haven't screwed up the courage to order the summer sausage sandwich quite yet, but every time I inch a bit closer to doing so. The Old Fashioned Burger, with fried onions, bacon, cheddar and an egg, has always looked to be too much for me, but my friend ordered it last night and he indicated that I should not miss the opportunity in the future. The side salads that come with the sandwiches are very good, but I have a hard time passing up the fries, which are perfectly salted and crispy. I would also suggest trying one of the cheese platters before a meal, especially if someone else is buying.
The bar is well-stocked and there is an excellent tap selection of local brews. There always seems to be running specials (last night was pitchers of Tyranena Honey Blonde for $9). I have not tried the signature cocktail, however. I'm not partial to brandy, but my mother, an aficienado of the brandy old fashioned sweet if there ever was one, enjoyed hers, though she was quick to point out that the drink at "her" bar will always be the undisputed king. The only drawbacks to the place are that it can get loud and that it is seemingly always busy. Fortunately you can order from the bar instead of wait for a table, and the meals tend to come quickly when you're at the bar, which helps speed things along if you're in a hurry. The entree prices are a bit on the high side but balance out with the drink specials, so overall the place is a pretty good value for downtown.
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