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    Fathead Steve’s

    4.5 (39 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    FATHEAD STEVE’S ATMOSPHERE

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    Live music
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Teresa M.

    After a late check-in & 2 failed attempts at dinner (kitchens closed early), we opted to give these guys a try, as we didn't want burgers/fast food. We were greeted immediately and there was a board up for specials. I opted for the breakfast special of the day. The hubs went with the Philly melt. We were both happy with our choices - all of which was made fresh. The "pickle fries" were very interesting. Shoestring style fried pickles, yum. The prices were reasonable and service was good. We were surprised by the quality & thrilled we didn't hit up subway!

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    Randy S.

    Not really any BBQ, but my quesadilla was delish, and filling. Seems most everything is griddled or deep fried, so be prepared. Liked the dive bar feel, and service was decent given a small crowd. Beer selection good. Would return.

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    Came here on a Tuesday for lunch and it ended up being free game day. Got in a game of pool while waiting for our food. I had the BBQ bacon cheeseburger with fries and it was pretty good. Our server was super nice as well.

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    Hannah B.

    Loved the cheese curds, the lady working the bar was extremely nice, it did have a more "bar" feel but we felt pretty comfy there since it was early and we were the only people there, they also had a kid seat which was huge for us with a small lil baby. We were just passing thru on a road trip and wanted some local cheese curds and these were AMAZING also my husband loved his burger! My grilled cheese was also very delicious overall I would 10/10 make this a stop

    Came down to La Crosse for a concert and needed somewhere to go to grab something quick and easy beforehand. We walked from our hotel and found this place. Was unassuming from the outside about how good it would be. Service was decent, food was great. Hit the mark!

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    1 month ago

    We stopped in between doctor's appointments and the food was amazing. It was an early lunch and was very quiet with a friendly staff!

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    17 hours ago

    Good food! I came up to lacrosse to visit my daughter and we couldn't find anything that was open so we tried it and we really liked it!

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    10 months ago

    Good food, great service. Would eat there againMostly bar food, still yummy. Nice place.

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    9 months ago

    Was good food and good service. Nice place to visit and meet and make new friends. The employees and people are very nice.

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    2 years ago

    Great bar, awesome food and a cool vibe too. Wish I lived in La Crosse full time this place would be my watering hole

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    4 years ago

    Delicious food. Super kind staff. And the prices ain't bad. Best cheese curds I've ever had.

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    3 years ago

    Bartender was a super nice guy. Cheese curds went hard. Clean place and a pool table!

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    2 years ago

    The food was great with large portions totally worth the prices. The service was amazing. It was super chill too which was nice.

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    3 years ago

    Reminds me of that hometown bar. Everyone is friendly and grandma is in the back cooking making sure you are fed.

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    3 years ago

    Good local spot. Had the quesadilla on two separate trips. Actually really good. They have a few nice local beers on tap.

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    3 years ago

    Food is insanely good, staff are awesome as well. Order pick up and they'll have your food ready in 10-15 min max

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