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Blue Moon Restaurant

3.6 (130 reviews)
Closed 6:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Crispy chicken melt minus ham
Amber S.

Over all excellent. No real complaints. We had a group of 7 of us and stopped after a gymnastics meet in town so it was fairly busy. I had the bomb burger and although it was super messy it was amazing. I don't order burgers at places very often and was glad I did. They have quit a few other things I would have loved to try. Too bad they aren't closer. for how busy they were I'm surprised how quickly the food came. Prices I felt were reasonable. Everyone seemed to enjoy their food they picked. Would definitely come back if we were in the area. Plus the view is pretty from the windows.

Paul L.

Stopped in here first time on a Friday morning. Place was packed. We got right in, and seated. Tracy was our server and she was great! The food was way more than I expected. Fresh, hot, house made, huge portion, served pretty fast considering the crowed size. I honestly can't wait to return.

Peppered pulled pork sandwich
Helen S.

This is a lovely little what I would call an upscale diner. The restaurant is located on what the locals told me was Lake Onalaska. Just a lovely site looking over the water and with an excellent view of the bluffs. For lunch today I chose the peppered pulled pork sandwich. This was barbecued pulled pork, coleslaw, candied bacon, and pepper Jack cheese on a hoagie. I really enjoyed this sandwich. The crunch from the toasted roll and coleslaw was really good. The French fries had a great crunch and the perfect amount of seasoning. The only downside was that any time you put coleslaw on a sandwich, it gets a little messy. A very enjoyable lunch. The restaurant itself had a very inviting atmosphere. Lots of light to balance the darker wood. Our server was very friendly. I did not feel we had to wait for anything. Enjoy!!

Wings and fries
Andy W.

Service was ok but not exceptional. Wing sauces (BBQ and Bourbon) were very nice. But... the wings were a little dry and tough.

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Nikki B.

Four of us met for breakfast Sunday about 10, the place was already pretty full. Food and service were good. Thanks to the manager who was standing nearby when one gal made a comment about a "basted egg" he piped up to tell us it was like over easy but put on the grill then a pan cover placed over top of it while it cooked. All of us enjoyed our meals. I liked the used of piped and plumbing pieces to make light fixtures throughout the restaurant. It was a little warm out for us but they offer deck seating w lake views! It can be a small parking lot if it's peak time so you may have to park on the street. The only downside of our experience was it got pretty loud in there since it was so busy. Thanks for the breakfast Blue Moon.

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2 years ago

Great find. Bloody Mary flight and excellent menu option. Service with a smile. Easy to find.

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4 years ago

Great mahi-mahi with yellow rice. My 3rd time eating here. Chocolate pie delicious! Great waitresses

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4 years ago

The food was really delicious. Service was excellent. Went on a Sunday for brunch. I was stuffed.

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Just had the best food tonight at the blue moon! the pretzel bites were to die for and our server Lexi was just amazing. 10/10 recommend.

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8 years ago

Great food. Our server missed out on a larger tab by not asking if we wanted more drinks and dessert.

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Beautiful view of the lake and great food! Service was prompt and friendly. Would recommend and come again .

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