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    Fathead Steve’s

    4.6 (44 reviews)
    Open • 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    FATHEAD STEVE’S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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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

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    27 days ago

    The food was great, the ambiance was very nice and everyone was very friendly. Would recommend.

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    5 months 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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    6 months 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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    1 year ago

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

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    1 year 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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    3 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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