We have enjoyed Tempest ever since it opened. Great atmosphere, decor, great food and excellent cocktails. Not fussy or pretentious--just solidly good in every respect. This past week we were fortunate to host a private party here and the experience exceeded every one of our expectations. The food and drink were outstanding (one of our well-traveled guests said it was the best meal he'd ever had at a "catered" event). The staff was efficient, professional, and friendly. They added to the atmosphere by seeming to enjoy themselves even as they worked very hard to make our party come together.We wanted an event that was fun, festive and elegant and Tempest delivered all of those things--and more. There are a lot of great restaurants in Madison, but Tempest will now always be at the top of our list.