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Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo, CA
Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo, CA
Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo, CA
Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo, CA
Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo, CA

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

4.6 (4676)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

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19:00
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Enjoy an award winning dining experience in our world-famous pink and gold Steak House - offering a comfortable and opulent dining atmosphere. Indulge in a delicious oak-pit-barbecued steak, fresh seafood, chicken, or vegetarian entrees. Featuring a superb wine list, decadent world-famous desserts and a whimsical, European atmosphere. Boutique shopping makes for a fun experience before or after you dine with us.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Barbecue
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Please visit https://www.madonnainn.com/weddings-events for more information about catering and events!
  • Private party facilities
    Please visit https://www.madonnainn.com/weddings-events for more information about catering and events!
  • Area
    San Luis Obispo
  • Cross Street
    Hwy 101 & Madonna Rd Exit
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free private parking! Easy on and off freeway access with parking adjacent to the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop at the entrance to Madonna Inn.
  • Entertainment
    Voted biggest and best dance floor on the Central Coast! Nightly entertainment and dancing. The adjacent Silver Bar Cocktail Lounge serves signature cocktails, craft beer, and a select wines. Made to order appetizers also available.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,676 people are saying

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Good for special occasions

  • California Central Coast

    Steakhouse

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Ambience

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Good for groups

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Hot spot

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Romantic

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Good for special occasions

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Lively

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alex Madonna's Gold Rush Steak House at Madonna Inn offers a "whimsical steakhouse" experience with "charming" decor and a "fun atmosphere." Guests consistently praise the "great service," "amazing ambiance," and "large portions" of food. The steakhouse is ideal for special occasions, with "delicious cake" and "live music" enhancing the celebration.
4,676 Reviews
  1. ryan

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All wait staff was fantastic. Server was even better. Food was delicious. Every time we go to Madonna Inn it’s a great overall experience.

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  2. Priscilla

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a beautiful time at the Madonna inn steak house. The food was well seasoned and plentiful. Our server was sweet and our waters were constantly filled. Loved it.

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  3. Brian

    California Central Coast2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The Madonna Inn was fine. A little overpriced for what you get. The atmosphere is great. The food is similar to an outback or Tahoe Joe’s.

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  4. donna VIP

    California Central Coast134 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Eric manager was friendly and patient and seated us at great table near dance floor to watch band and dancers. Salad steak potato asparagus all excellent. Crostini minus figs tiny but great. Pecan pie ok but toffee crunch cake essentially white cake with some toffee crunch pieces on plate. Spinach salad huge but nothing special. Took home half steak and spinach. Jeremy server was attentive and accommodating. Extremely expensive. Might return if in area.

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  5. Nathan

    Fresno / San Joaquin Valley2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Kids bbq chicken terribly dry and drenched in bad bbq sauce. Filet overcooked. Asparagus bland. Great service, side salad and chocolate cream pie.

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  6. Melissa

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my daughter’s birthday this past weekend in SLO. We made dinner reservations at Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House on Sunday. Our experience was phenomenal, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was wonderful! We will be back soon. Thank you and keep up the great work everyone. This place is a gem.

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  7. R

    California Central Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner and service. We always have a great time here

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  8. Jennifer

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was perfection. The historic Inn and restaurant are beautifully up, kept and as charming as ever. The food was absolutely delicious. Our server was perfect. A memorable meal all around. Loved the live band and wrap booth. 

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  9. Allison

    Coastal Georgia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. They really show genuine hospitality, we celebrated a birthday and they brought us a decoration and put a candle in our cake. 5 live musicians played tunes while people danced, adding to the romance and vintage vibes. The food is really largely portioned!!!

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  10. Alisa

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere! The service was impeccable. We enjoyed this experience very much! As an added bonus there was a live jazz band in the lounge next to the restaurant, so we moved over there and enjoyed that as well. If you have never been to the Madonna Inn, you owe it to yourself to come see it. It is an iconic piece of our history.

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FAQs

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 543-3000.

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn is rated 4.6 stars by 4676 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. California Central Coast
  4. San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles
  5. San Luis Obispo

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Booked 46 times today
Google Map for Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hwy 101 & Madonna Rd Exit
  • Area
    San Luis Obispo
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Barbecue
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free private parking! Easy on and off freeway access with parking adjacent to the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop at the entrance to Madonna Inn.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Voted biggest and best dance floor on the Central Coast! Nightly entertainment and dancing. The adjacent Silver Bar Cocktail Lounge serves signature cocktails, craft beer, and a select wines. Made to order appetizers also available.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please visit https://www.madonnainn.com/weddings-events for more information about catering and events!
  • Private party facilities
    Please visit https://www.madonnainn.com/weddings-events for more information about catering and events!
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