Tempest – Seafood
Tempest channels the spirited energy of the coastline, where the rhythmic shucking of chilled oysters and the dramatic presentation of tiered seafood towers set the stage for a lively maritime feast. From the crunch of golden conch fritters to the buttery richness of Oysters Rockefeller, every dish celebrates the ocean's bounty in a sophisticated space that feels both vibrant and timeless.
East Wilson Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53703 https://tempestoysterbar.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its mouth-watering pasta dishes, Tempest offers a relaxed vibe that guests find incredibly pleasant for a casual meal. Reviewers highlight the efficient and timely service, noting that the kitchen clearly takes pride in every plate served. Standout dishes include the expertly prepared pasta, which diners frequently recommend to friends seeking a high-quality dining experience in a comfortable and welcoming setting.
Menu
Happy Hour Appetizers
- Oysters Rockefeller (Happy Hour) - $3: broiled, spinach, bacon, fennel, breadcrumb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail (Happy Hour) - $3: large white gulf shrimp, horseradish cream, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly
- 3 Conch Fritters (Happy Hour) - $6: fried, pickapeppa remoulade Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Scallop (Happy Hour) - $6: pan-seared, lardon, apple, brown sugar, brandy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, TLC
- Smokestack (Happy Hour) - $8: whitefish salad, lox, trout, caviar, horseradish cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, South-Beach, Carnivore
- Oysters on the Half Shell (Happy Hour) - $2: half dozen oysters minimum per order Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
Towers
- Tower #1 - $65: 10 select oysters, 6 gulf shrimp, 6 chilled mussels, 4 littleneck clams Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Tower #2 - $95: 14 select oysters, 8 gulf shrimp, 6 littleneck clams, 8 chilled mussels Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Tower #3 - $185: 24 select oysters, 12 gulf shrimp, 8 littleneck clams, 12 chilled mussels, king crab claw Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
Starters
- Shrimp Cocktail - $17: large white gulf shrimp, horseradish cream, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly
- Smoke Stack - $17: whitefish salad, lox, trout, caviar, horseradish cream Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Oysters Rockefeller - $18: broiled, spinach, bacon, fennel, breadcrumb
- Mussels - $18: steamed, butter, fennel, garlic, white wine, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Scallops - $20: pan-seared, lardon, apple, brown sugar, brandy
- Oysters - $18: fried, cocktail sauce, lemon caper garlic aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Fruits de Mer - $26: fried, scallop, oysters, calamari, shrimp, cod, caper aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Conch Fritters - $15: fried, pickapeppa remoulade Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Garden
- Seaweed Slaw - $13: jicama, carrot, wakame, nori, sesame, lime Dietary tags: Pescatarian, South-Beach, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Arugula Chèvre - $13: radish, hazelnuts, lemon thyme vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Caesar - $13: white anchovy, parmesan, crouton
Fish, Crab & Lobster
- Ono - $34: broiled, hazelnut pesto, lime aioli, crispy leek Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach
- Yellowfin Tuna - $39: seared, peppercorn, olive, avocado, citrus niçoise, lardon, parmesan, roe
- Rainbow Trout - $37: pan-fried, walnut crust, delicatta squash hash, sage, brown butter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Bucatini - $38: sauteéd, lobster, shrimp, scallop, mussels, capers, tomato saffron broth, parmesan Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Shrimp, Scallops & Grits - $38: sauteéd, pork belly, parmesan, shallot, lemon, white wine
- Fish & Chips - $27: fried, Atlantic Cod, fries, coleslaw, malt vinegar syrup, tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Walleye - $28: fried, fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Shrimp or Oyster Po'Boy - $21: fried, pickapeppa remoulade, house cut fries, caper aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lobster Roll - $32: Butter-poached maine lobster, caper aioli, brioche bun, fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Live Maine Lobster - $60: broiled or steamed, 1½ lbs Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Alaskan King Crab - $180: steamed, 1½ lbs Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
Steaks & Specialties
- Marinated Flank Steak - $48: broiled, gulf shrimp, creamed spinach
- Carpetbagger - $48: grilled tenderloin stuffed with oysters, beer brown sugar reduction Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, TLC
- 8oz Tenderloin - $52: broiled, marrow butter, choice of side
- 16oz New York Strip - $57: broiled, marrow butter, choice of side
- Chicken - $26: fried, green beans, mashed potatoes, biscuit, honey Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Double Cut Pork Chop - $28: bleu cheese, apple mustard jus, yukon gold mashed potatoes
Sides
- House Cut Fries - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Broiled Asparagus - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Haricot Verts with Macadamia Nuts - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Pan-Roasted Red Onion Brussel Sprouts - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Hash Brown with Scallion - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Scalloped Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Carrot Cake - $9
- Key Lime Pie - $9
- Pear Upside Down Cake - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vanilla Bean Creme Caramel - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Caramel Walnut Tart - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
House Cocktails
- High Tide - $13: Jameson Irish Whiskey, Blackerry Shrub, rosemary, on the rocks
- Pomme de Mer - $13: Campari, Prosecco, apple cider, seltzer, cinnamon sugar rim, on the rocks Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Navy Pea Coat - $13: Rye Whiskey, Averna, maple, orange bitters, clove, served on a rock Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Young Blood - $13: Mezcal, Aperol, blood orange, saline, lemon, served up Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Awniker - $13: Jalapeño Tequila, Old Sugar Factory Honey Liqueur, passionfruit & lime served up Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Carpathia - $13: Tito’s, Mathilde Framboise, fresh raspberries, lemon, cava, served up Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Tokyo Schooner II - $13: Tito's, Moonstone Coconut Lemongrass Sake, ginger, lemon, served up Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Stephano's Fall - $13: Four Roses Bourbon, Calvados, lemon, blackstrap bitters, rocks Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Sadie The Goat - $13: Stateline Gin, St. Germain, Genepy des Alpes, lemon, thyme, served up Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Jib - $13: Hendrick’s Gin, pineapple, sage, Lillet, served up Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Tempest Mai Thai - $9: Cruzan Rum, Orgeat, Curaçao, lime, pineapple, rocks Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Wines by the Glass
- Cava, Los Monteros, NV Brut, Spain - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Prosecco, Scarpetta, Italy - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sauvignon Blanc, Prisma, 2022 Chile - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Rosé, E. Guigal, 2024 France - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Riesling Kabinett, Philipp Horn, 2021 Germany - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer, 2022 Sonoma - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bordeaux Blanc, Les Hauts de Lagarde, 2021 - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sancerre, Fusion, 2024 France - $18 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pinot Noir, Balletto, 2021 Sonoma - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Côtes du Rhone, Roulepierre, 2023 France - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Malbec, Llama, Old Vine, 2022 Mendoza - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Martin Ray, Napa 2023 - $15 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Coppola, 2023 Paso Robles - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bordeaux, Chateau Malbat, 2021 Bordeaux - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Beer
- Spotted Cow Farmhouse Ale - $6: New Glarus, WI Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Modelo Especial - $6: Mexico
- Potosi Cave Ale Amber - $7: Potosi, WI Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Karben4 Fantasy Factory IPA - $7: Madison, WI Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- 3 Sheeps Fresh Coast Juicy Pale Ale - $7: Sheboygan, WI Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Weihenstephan Hefeweiss - $8: Germany Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Krombacher Pilsner - $7: Germany Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- PBR Lager - $4: Milwaukee, WI Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Narragansett Lager - $5: Rochester, NY Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Miller Light - $5: Milwaukee, WI
- Third Space Happy Place Pale Ale - $6: Milwaukee, WI Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Press Blackberry Hibiscus Hard Seltzer - $5: Milwaukee, WI Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Heineken Lager - $5: Netherlands
- Stiegl Grapefruit Radler - $7: Austria Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Alt Brew Hiking Boots Blonde Ale - $7: Madison, WI Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Stella Artois - $7: Belgium
- Pilsner Urquell - $7: Czech Republic
- Hofbräu Hefe Weizen - $6: Germany Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Hinterland Nitro Luna Coffee Stout - $7: Green Bay, WI Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Great Lakes Edmund Fitzgerald Porter - $7: Cleveland, OH Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Allagash White Belgian Wheat - $8: Portland, ME Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Frequently Asked Questions about Tempest
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Tempest accommodates mixed dietary needs with high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, and sugar-free options like Oysters Rockefeller and various seafood towers.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Tempest has a website located at https://tempestoysterbar.com/, though the provided data does not mention specific online ordering capabilities.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Tempest is unique for its lively maritime atmosphere featuring tiered seafood towers, Oysters Rockefeller, and highly-praised, expertly prepared pasta dishes.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain a specific street address or city location for Tempest.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Tempest offers a relaxed, pleasant, and welcoming vibe with a sophisticated yet vibrant atmosphere that is ideal for casual dining.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Tempest offers a relaxed, casual vibe with a lively atmosphere, despite its sophisticated seafood presentation and expensive ($$$) price level.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Tempest stands out as an expensive ($$$) seafood restaurant rated 4.0/5, distinguished by its high-quality pasta and efficient service.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Tempest has an average rating of 4.0/5 based on customer feedback and dining experiences.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Oysters Rockefeller (Happy Hour) works for multiple diets at once, as it is high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, and sugar-free.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features an extensive seafood selection including tiered towers, various oyster preparations, scallops, mussels, and highly-regarded pasta dishes.
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