We are SO incredibly sad to hear this fine establishment will be closing its doors this coming…read moreMarch. While not always on the menu, ask for a raspberry lemon drop and you won't regret it. The BEST one I've ever had. I will be begging the bartenders to teach me their ways before they close their doors. This is our top choice in town to celebrate accomplishments and achievements. The tavern and patio offer a more casual ambiance, while the restaurant itself is chic and has an element of more formality. The staff is always ALWAYS incredible and thoughtful. The food is always on point, interesting, and flavorful. This place will be well-missed come March, but I know I will be back here plenty in the mean time to get my fill and and support this staff before then.

The Waterfront is truly a very special restaurant. We were in the area and were so in love with how…read morebeautiful it was along the Mississippi River walking path that we dropped by here for an early dinner. We were so fortunate that they were able to seat us on the outdoor patio facing the water. This restaurant isn't just great for the views--the food and drinks here were phenomenal as well. Our appetizers of beer-battered cheese curds and mussels were so flavorful and hit the spot. We also loved our fish tacos and linguini with scallops (I absolutely loved the crushed red pepper that came with it too!). Our food all paired nicely with their extensive cocktail/drinks menu, which included many different breweries and distilleries. This is one of those restaurants you'll remember visiting forever--definitely come visit if you can!

Our Favorite spot in De Soto!! We stumbled upon this gem while on a weekend get away. This is a…read morelocal family owned business, new owners within the last year. Shannon and Todd are serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner every single day!! You can choose to sit in the dining room or bar. The locals are eating and hanging out here and that's all I needed to know!! They have gaming, but more importantly they have the Wisconsin pull tabs. A fully stocked bar and ice cold beers are ready for your sipping pleasure. We stopped in on 3 different occasions during the weekend. What we ordered: *** homemade hand battered fresh cheese curds- these were the best curds I have ever eaten!! For breakfast the following day: ** 3 egg omelet with fresh ham, tomatoes and cheese with a side of bacon. ** Biscuits and gravy with an over easy egg. Our food was hot fresh, and delicious. This restaurant/bar is exactly how you picture a locals place to be. Everyone was friendly, welcoming and made us feel at home. We were sad to leave as we felt like we were leaving family. This is a must stop while in De Soto!!

Had the pizza for the first time over the weekend. The pizzas are factory-made crusts. They only…read morecome in 12". For 2 adults, one is too small, 2 is too much. I wish they came in different sizes and were homemade crust. Otherwise, basic toppings, expensive add-ons, and not many specialty pizzas. Meh. The jukebox in the bar area is soooo loud. It does not "fit" the crowd of old people out trying to visit. They kept coming out to the dining area complaining it was too loud in the other room. Despite the staff's back and forth, we were not greeted or waited on for 20 minutes. We could hear them BSing in the back, but I think they forgot they were at work. We kept closing the door between the bar and dining room and the staff walking in between constantly left it open. The owners need to "read the room" and adjust the jukebox accordingly. We shouldn't have to YELL over dinner. I wear hearing aids and couldn't hear a thing! Food is inconsistent and owner-after being complimented that the food had improved since they opened only argued that it's the same food they had when they opened, which it is not. Shut up and take the compliment!

So the Good, the Bad, and the Sickening:…read more The food was good once we got it. The service was not so great. The server did only what she needed to do, take the order, bring the food, bring the bill. No welcome, no thank you, no have a good night, no telling us the specials, no soda refills. Even when people came for take out she just stood at the counter staring at them, waiting for them to talk first, never said hello, never said thank you, just got their food and pushed it to them. The Sickening: We were seated where we could see the pick up counter and salad bar. Near the end of the night the server was filling up the salad bar. She was using her BARE HANDS to fill the containers. And then it really got gross... she used her TEETH to tear open a bag of hard-boiled eggs... um thanks for getting your mouth juice on the top of the bag and every egg that passes through the opening. I don't 100% blame the server for lack of food safety knowledge; management is responsible for training front & back of the house employees on food safety, there was no other employee besides the server (and cook) so they obviously just don't care, nor can they seem to afford a simple pair of scissors to cut open bags.

Elsie's is home to my favorite fries. I love the crisp coating and they are fried a golden brown…read morejust the way I like them. Furthermore, they are the perfect size, not too fat or too thin. On this visit I had a BLT which is exactly what I was craving, crispy bacon and fresh crunchy lettuce and juicy tomatoes. Yum! Yum! The ambiance is exactly what you would expect in a rural Midwestern town. It is tastefully decorated, clean, and comfortable. The service is fast and the staff is friendly. You will feel like friends when you walk out the door.

On a little road trip into Wisconsin today and headed to Arcadia. A friend recommended Larry's…read moreLookout and wow! It's a hidden gem among corn fields and cows and tremendous valleys and hills. They have a super cool indoor bar but my favorite part was the outdoor deck. You literally can see for many miles on a beautiful day like today. They also have an outdoor fireplace with cowboy boots hanging from the rafters. So cool! I had the sloppy Joe special with Mac and cheese and a side of cheese curds-which are mandatory if you are visiting Wisconsin! Food was fresh and delish and I 100% recommend this place.

From the owner: The Lookout offers a memorable experience with great food, drinks, and an outstanding view. Located…read moreatop "the ridge," this cozy spot serves up classic and modern dishes such as burgers, sandwiches, and appetizers. Guests can enjoy local beers, wines, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks. Open year-round, The Lookout is the perfect stop whether you're out on a snowmobile in winter or on a motorcycle in summer. Relax on the spacious deck in warm weather or by the fireplace on colder days, all while taking in beautiful Buffalo County scenery. The menu is regularly updated to keep things exciting

It was the most surprising eating place I've been into in a long time. FUN and great food!read more

Always good! Great atmosphere, excellent service and great food!…read moreI have been there multiple times over the years and am always impressed with how well they do! Unique experience!

I can't believe how every time we go in the Turtle while biking, it's always busy yet two people…read morehandle it all...and still smile and chat with customers. This Saturday, our bartender from last time was now the cook and a help to a newer bartender who was doing good job keeping the customers happy. Watching them work is a pleasure. I don't know how the Thirsty Turtle does it but they find the hardest working people with great personalities to serve their many customers. Prices are right. Food is good. Give it a try.

This is just above average. Fries are crisp and good but the burger was just ok. I went by the…read moreprevious reviews thinking we were in for a great bar burger but both my husband and I were not impressed. Maybe this is the best in the area? But Lacrosse isn't too far away so I'm guessing not. We sat at a table so can't really speak on the service as you go to the bar to put your order in so very little interaction with the staff. Locals at bar definitely were something and gave us a lot to listen to... Won't go back.

I'm guessing the limited nasty reviews here for Wason's, are made by people trying to be funny or…read morejust people that wouldn't recognize good food or service if it bit them. They nowhere near resemble our experiences the three times we've been, in the last year. The first time we went was February of 2017 for my mother in law's birthday. Shrimp, Tips & Walleye.....all fantastic! 2nd time was Decmber 2017, 11 of us for my great uncle's 80th birthday. Prime rib, shrimp, tips, filet mignon, walleye....birthday cake....all fantastic, not a single complaint. 3rd time was tonight, with the mother in law again. Shrimp, tips, cod, again all great! The salad bar is excellent & fresh, soups are too! Service was the best! We had a young gal for our waitress the first time and Monica W. was our waitress these last two times. I couldn't think of a single thing that could have made this dining experience better. The bartenders are friendly and attentive. The desk gals are accommodating and pleasant. The food is awesome and the waitresses are too! This is why we drive from Wabasha to Wason's !

Good spot. Supporting local instead of a large chain. Nice people. Good food. Good drinks.read more

Spectacular - This is probably the only time I've started a review with that word…read more Service - Perfect. Very attentive, great recommendations on figuring out the menu, while being unintrusive. We shared these things: Small plate with scallops, pork belly, cantaloupe. Pork chop, flattened & breaded & fried, with amazing sauce and fresh green beans. Delicata squash, stuffed with a feta forward filling, with hummus and fresh mushrooms on the plate as well. My descriptions do not adequately capture the depth of flavors & sauces on each plate. So many flavors in pleasing combinations! Finally, this place is a great value. I'm not saying it is cheap. But you can spend this kind of money on much less interesting food.

What a lovely little spot in a quaint little town. I was definitely not expecting this level of…read morequality food and service. The menu is pure Wisconsin, but high quality. Burger was very good and so was the large portion of Friday Fish fry (it was Walleye). Solid beer and cocktail list and some tasty desserts. I'd go back in a heartbeat. If you are passing through, do stop. Loved that every employee was friendly and had a smile on their face.

Fast, friendly service and delicious food! The chicken grain bowl was absolutely fabulous and full…read moreof flavor!

Great little restaurant in a small town. I had the blackened chicken Bowl and it was delicious. My…read morehusband had the shrimp bowl. Also great. Nice atmosphere. Good quality -- good value

The service was great, the drink, salad, stead, (canned) mushrooms, all the worst I have ever had…read more Pass this one by.

Great place! Bartender was awesome - she was so friendly and fun! Food was great and beer was cold…read more We will definitely stop again.