Madison's Cafe

General information

Madison's offers American, Italian and eclectic cuisine. Relaxed, casual yet elegant dining. A Jefferson City Tradition since 1982.

Madison's environment is unique and inviting - a gathering place for family and friends, or perfect for that romantic dinner.

Our menu - featuring hand-cut steaks, seafood, pasta, appetizers, sandwiches, salads, desserts and more - is continually updated reflecting current culinary trends and our 35 year relationship with local growers and farmers providing us with local seasonal available products from farm, garden to table to you. We enjoy growing and using herbs from our own seasonal herb garden.

Choose a wine from our extensive Cellared Wine List to add to your dining pleasure. Or, delight in our unique Martini Menu with Italian Cocktails, and Specialty Spirits Menu. From appetizers to after dinner drinks, it's a fun place to be

Private Dining: We offer two exceptionally appointed private dining rooms accommodating small groups and up to 120 for any special occasion, meeting or celebration.

Catering off-premises is one of our specialties from small intimate gatherings - to over 400.

Gluten Free: We led the way in offering Gluten-free pasta and other gluten free, and vegetarian menu items, and offer a separate Gluten Free Menu.

We strive to ensure that each visit to Madison's is better than your last... where you are the center of our attention.

We are very proud and humbled by the honors we have received; remain most thankful to our guests, and; committed to the community through our personal involvement in and our strong support of numerous organizations throughout the Jefferson City area. Our service has never been limited by the walls of our building or the borders of our property. Since Madison's exists within the context of a larger Jefferson City community, we have always reached out into our city to serve and support those in need.

We invite you to come to Madison's to restore your spirit and share the simple pleasures with family and friends....one delicious bite at a time.

Located in the heart of historic downtown Jefferson City, 1 block from the Governor's Mansion, 1 1/2 blocks from the Missouri State Capitol, 2 blocks from the Amtrak Station, 3 1/2 blocks from Missouri State Penitentiary, directly across the street from the Downtown Parking Garage.

A few Honors: 2017- named by national Full Service Magazine (FSR) in Top 100 Independent restaurants in the nation.
Locally- Voted Best Restaurant, Best Power Lunch, Best Outside Dining, Best Romantic Dining, Best Italian, Best Appetizers, Best Salad, Best Steak, Best Seafood- to name a few.)

Reservations for six or more are accepted.

History: After purchasing and extensive remodeling 216 Madison St., Madison's™ opened its doors in April of 1982. In the spring of 1983, the neighboring building (214 Madison St.) was purchased and remodeled, increasing the size of Madison's™ to 7200 square feet with seating for approximately 200, lounge seating for 40 and two private dining rooms accommodating small groups or up to 120. A large outdoor patio was completed in 2002.
We have continually updated the aesthetics of the restaurant's interior and exterior: modernizing while respecting and maintaining the buildings' rich history and integrity, with a mixture of warm woods, rich colors and various antiques throughout. Both 214 and 216 Madison St. have been home to a variety of restaurants since the late 1800's.