Madison, WI

2009 - Best Steak and Best Sunday Brunch - WI State Journal 

2009 - 1st Place at Taste of Madison for Best American Entree "Johnny's Steak Deburgo" and 2nd Place for Best Italian Appetizer "Betta Bruschetta"

2008 Wisconsin Beef Backer Award - by the Wisconsin Beef Producers in October 2008 and 2007

DesMoines, IA 2007
Iowa's Beef Backer Award - by the Iowa Beef Producers in October 2007

The Beef Backer competition was established to recognize restaurants that go the extra mile to give their customers a great beef eating experience,” said Terri Carstensen, a beef producer from Odebolt and chairman of the Iowa Beef Industry Council.  “Johnny’s dedication to promoting beef is evident by their commitment to serving high quality beef and ensuring their patrons have a rewarding dining experience.  They have been a loyal partner and are deserving of this award.”

Peoria, IL
"Superb Steak" - by the Peoria Journal Star May 20, 2006 
"Best Fine Dining" - Peoria Journal Star Reader's Choice Award 2007 & 2005
"Best in the Midwest Newcomer of the Year" 2003 by the Heart of Illinois Hospitality Association

 Moline, IL
Quad Cities Magazine Best of the Quad Cities 2009, 2008, 2007 & 2006 

• Fine Dining
• Best Steak
• Most Romantic restaurant 

ARTICLES

DesMoines - featured in NWA World Traveler Magazine - Feb. 2008

• Fine Steaks, Italian Style
  (Omaha World-Herald)
• Superb Steak
  (Peoria Journal Star)