Exceptional! fantastic food with excellent wine pairings. Gorgeous historic building... superb atmosphere for.... Catching up with old friends, business meetings, or a fancy date night! My family has been coming here for years! Le Château in La Crosse is owned by a lovely married couple from France. They catered my brother's wedding and this year I had a wonderful Valentine's Day date. Must try: the Escargot, Risotto, crème brûlée & fantastic white wine!! read more

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Recommended by god friend. Wanted a place public but not too public. Everything else was great - we enjoyed ourselves more than we thought we would - teenagers. read more

Atmosphere is sweet and elegant. Husband made reservations for two. The host couldn't find our reservation even though we could see our name written in the book. She had to go get another host to come point our name out. After finally being seated. Our waitress took our order right away. We were the only diners and came along 2 other tables. Le Cave was quite busy so it took a while for us to get our two drinks. We finally got our food after a little over an hour. My husband got the lamb wellington but they didn't have lamb and offered beef instead. The sauce was overly salted. So i couldn't try more than the tiny bite i took. I got The lobster risotto. It had mixed reviews but i thought i would try it and have my own judgement. It was also the waitresses favorite. I will say, the herbs in the risotto was over powering and the lobster which was supposed to be poached tasted grilled and was over cooked. Like many other reviews, i couldn't cut it with my butter knife. Perhaps a steak knife would've helped. But it still doesn't help the fact that it was over cooked. The side of butter was unnecessary as everything was too flavorful. And the edamames were just a tad bit too much. Escargot was over cooked. The herb butter was flavorless. We were very disappointed as this was what we were looking forward to the most. Fois gre was ok. $200 dinner and we were not impressed. But it was worth a try. read more

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I've only been to the basement bar, but ordered three appetizers and had countless rounds of drinks with my friends. Cool atmosphere and friendly service. Bathroom was especially surprising in design read more

Went for a birthday party. The duck was delicious! Loved being able to walk around and check things out read more

Nice ambience, the basement bar La Cave was amazing. Ate dinner in the restaurant and couldn't be more disappointed. I ordered the duck and it came out on a child plate while my wife ordered a steak frite and it was portioned for a caveman. Service was uncomfortable,, the steak was overcooked. Overall, an expensive disappointment. read more

The meal and atmosphere was simply amazing. The service was great. I ordered the Magret de canard and took the server suggestion for medium rare and it was perfect. The duck had a lovely sear and was very tender and juicy. The brussels sprouts were addicting providing a sweet and salty complement. The mushrooms were cooked perfectly and gave a nice woodsy and nutty flavor. The sweet potatoes gnocchi was so sweet and soft providing a great contrast and finally the pear gave such a sweet and perfect finish to the meal. The wine pairing of Pinot Noir was perfect. Can't wait to return! read more

Le Chateau - Magret de canard - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

A wonderful dining experience in one of the more unique places in La Crosse. The ambiance leans toward elegant, but no need to be dressed to the nines to dine here. Though making a reservation is a must. The French onion soup was delicious and flavorful, compared to other places where it is not. The ribeye was tender and juicy and cooked correctly. I wish there was more red win reduction to get it on my steak. The potatoes were crunchy and the brussel sprouts were a nice touch. read more

Le Chateau - 12 Oz ribeye with a side of shrimp. - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

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Le Chateau is in a basically commercial area of LaCrosse, but the atmosphere inside the restaurant is quiet and refined. The food could not have been better! My husband and I shared the smoked salmon carpaccio. For an entree, my husband had the tuna; I had the striped bass. Both were excellent. We followed the wine suggestions for each dish and we agreed that the recommendations were spot-on. Service was friendly and professional. This will be a "must stop" on any future trips to LaCrosse! read more

They are so accommodating with dietary restrictions if you call ahead of time. The interior is so beautiful and peaceful to dine in, it feels like a movie. I also like the outdoor area you can walk in after partaking in one of their incredible desserts! read more

We had a work function at Le Chateau. It was a wonderful, non traditional venue for drinks and dinner. Can't miss the exquisite artisan cocktails in Le Cave, the downstairs bar. Owners invested heavily on the ambiance, and followed with an incredible drink menu and talented barkeeps. Dinner on the main level was wonderful - great service and a excellent menu with a French flair. Consider Le Chateau for a date night or business function, you won't be disappointed! read more

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My wife and I celebrated her birthday at Le Chateau. She had scallops and I had duck and both meals were fantastic. We had cocktails at La Cave (which is located downstairs from the restaurant) before dinner and we really enjoyed that too. Our service was exceptional and we will definitely be back. Le Chateau is top notch and prices are very reasonable for their high quality food and awesome service. read more

Stopped here on a busy Saturday night with another couple. We sat at a high top and waited forever for service. We actually gave up and went to the bar to order our drinks. I decided on a cocktail that wasn't on their menu, an espresso martini, because every good cocktail place should know how to make a good one. Then we waited even longer for the drinks to arrive. I've had A LOT of espresso martinis and I've never had one look like what arrived. I've also NEVER asked to have a drink removed from a bill because it was so awful I couldn't drink it. That's exactly what I did. Once the waitress finally came back I told her that I couldn't drink it and her response was "I didn't think it looked right either". Then why did you serve it to me and wait 30 minutes before checking on us?! Yikes...one extra star because the place looks cool. Just don't stray from the drink menu I guess?! read more

Le Chateau - This is supposed to be an espresso martini?? - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

Wonderful atmosphere. Excellent service. Amazing food! You wanna treat yourself and your spouse to a special night out, make your reservations now. The Lamb Wellington was prepared perfectly. A delicious follow-up to the very richly tasting escargot. We barely had room for dessert, but we're so glad we ordered the Pecan crusted honey lemon cheesecake. A very bright and tasty finish to our dinner. Definitely a place to visit again. read more

Le Chateau - Yes....Lamb Wellington! - A plated beef Wellington features a flaky pastry crust, cooked beef center, and green garnish, served with a sauce and vegetables. - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

So much to say and yet where do I begin? Ok, so my fiance and her family are from Paris, France (true story), and we ended up in La Crosse, Wi for residency. We've been to all the great French restaurants in Paris, Los Angeles, and NY so we have a great sense of the way French food should be. Driving past Le Chateau we thought to ourselves what a beautiful looking establishment. Seriously it's spot on. So after doing a little research we figured we would give it a try. We weren't expecting much- truth be told. As soon as we walked in we met Eva, one of the owners. Immediately the conversation turned into French! Mind you I'm not a good French speaker, but I sure know about the food. So far so good! We get seated, and order a few items for the appetizers. The French onion soup was spot on and nice and oniony. It's also just the right amount and not an entire meal in itself- very French. Next up was the foie gras- which is served cooked and very delicious. Generally it's served cold in France- but a very nice twist. For the main we went with duck breast which was also fabulous. The wait staff are extremely efficient and very friendly. You really can't beat this place. We absolutely loved it and we'll be back! Merci! read more

We came here on a warm evening in early September to celebrate a birthday. There is an older European charm that greets one as they approach the building. We entered through the garden area and made our way to our reservation within the building, where we were promptly seated and provided with a menu. We ordered a bottle of wine at the recommendation of the staff and perused the menu. I ordered the french onion soup, the salmon dish with risotto, and for dessert the basil strawberry cheesecake dome. My partner had the same soup but instead had the ribeye steak. Overall, the food was very flavorful and the was plating lovely. The french onion soup was appropriately salty and the toasted baguette topped with creamy melted gruyere complemented the sweet onion and added more texture to the dish. One star off because the salmon was undercooked and needed to be sent back. I also have a soy allergy which was noted in the beginning of our meal yet there was edamame in the risotto that was not mentioned on the menu. Slight oversight, but disappointing given the ambiance of the place. This is a great environment for a date night or celebration dinner. It's peaceful, intimate, and the food is delicious and varied to enough for most palettes. read more

Wow! Where do i begin...came to La Crosse from Santa Monica, California to visit my partners family. I found this "Speakeasy" La Cave from a google search. Upon arriving we found this unique downstairs bar at this mansion, which i must say was a beautiful venue, kind of small (got fairly busy) but got there right at opening. Great prices, great quality, great quantity. The bartenders were very sweet, and dressed nicely. We had a few drinks and appetizers for date night. The bad part? Well, not much bad, maybe just the clientele, i expected with something this nice maybe a little more high class folks, not men in Jeans and tshirts talking about their wives or strip clubs, men in their 50-60's at the bar, and the bad thing about those men was, the owner was being kind of a sleaze ball and hanging out with that crowd of men at the bar, not a very good look. Like he wasn't into the success of the bar but making it a sleeze hang out spot for his friends and him and save spots for friends who wanted a table. I felt like i was sitting at the bar top of a hole in the wall bar, not even the men in Beverly Hills act like that. Those white men were kind of rude to the bartenders who were of other race, not a very ethical diverse owned. They only had a meat charcuterie board or a cheese, not one combined. Seemed very odd. I may come back if i visit again but they should really change the way they allow their clients (friends) act in a "fancy" establishment they're going for. Owner bought his friends a round of drinks, i said wow that's nice maybe we should to deal with their maturity like they never left high school, BUT on the other hand they gave me two free glasses of wine which made it all much better! Check it out if you live here or visiting, cute little upscale bar. read more

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An absolutely beautiful, old world European feel. I happened to arrive during happy hour. Cocktails are a couple dollars off. Some wine options available for $5. Also a few appetizers for $3-$5. I decided to try one of their smoked drinks and went for the "Butter Put your mask on," which was a peanut butter whiskey drink. On the sweeter side, but definitely got a nice whiff of smoke, and could appreciate the peanut butter flavor. I decided to skip appetizers and went for their salmon dish. The salmon was cooked to perfection with incredible flavor. The couscous part underneath did not make sense though. I'm not an expert cook by any means but it tasted very saucy Italian and more comfort food. By itself good. With the salmon, it didn't work. Great service. I would definitely try this place again. read more

Le Chateau - Peanut butter whiskey cocktail. - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

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Beautiful building with an abundant history. Food was spectacular and the staff were so kind and welcoming. They allowed me to tour the home after my dinner and I enjoyed a drink after dinner downstairs. This is a Must if you are in the area! read more

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This is a place you come to for the amazing atmosphere but unfortunately they have gone terribly down hill since the last time I was here years ago when it comes to the food quality and taste. We ordered the snails,cheese charcuterie and French onion soup to start - snails were over cooked, cheese board was underwhelming and soup was sour tasting... next was the mains of duck, pasta, and steak frites- all so disappointing ! Duck was lack luster and not fresh tasting, steak had no seasoning and was not a quality cut, pasta was undercooked and again nothing special and not tasty- the only thing we truly enjoyed besides the ambiance was the dessert and coffee. The lava cake was decent as well as the crème brûlée and cheesecake. Our bill was astronomical for the quality of food and taste we received. If you want to come here for the ambiance I'd advise to come to happy hour to at least get a discount and steer clear of the main dishes! I hope they work at improving their food as I've spoken to others who I knew to patron this establishment and they have stopped coming for similar reasons. read more

I have had the privilege of both dining and also photographing at Le Chateau. The atmosphere is absolutely amazing! The food and drinks are some of the very best in the La Crosse area. I have also photographed a wedding and an engagement at Le Chateau. The building and decor made for stunning photos! I highly recommend making a reservation for dinner and also checking out the amazing bar in the basement!! read more

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Such a wonderful 1st time experience. Everything from the tour to the food was lovely. Always had it on my bucket list & after missing two birthdays due to Covid, it was definitely worth the splurge. I would highly recommend scheduling a 7-course meal to anybody who has the money & 3-4 hours to be catered to. I would definitely do this again! Thank you Chef Ben For putting together such a delicious selection & to my serveuse (I believe her name was Melanie) for the tour and the forethought of pairing for me(Dined: 7/24/21) read more

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This place has all the potential is the industry. But it's lack of hospitality and complete disregard for what makes their existence possible, their customers, ruined everything. I came to this place to have dinner for one. Instead I was pushed towards eating In the downstairs lounge. I get downstairs and finally get the bartenders attention. At this point I've already decided I'll have just a drink since I drove all the way here. I order the drink and I wait 30 ish MINUTES. I watch this man make 7 other drinks for the girl waitressing the tables after she whispers something to him and she noticed I left her table area because she was taking forever. He then takes other orders at the end of the bar without telling me a single thing or giving me my drink. I ended up just walking out. The drink was clearly never going to come. Waste of time and an outfit. Left hungry, sober, and disappointed. read more

Well. Right in the middle of lacrosse is this fabulously quant French restaurant. 5 star menu. Smoked old fashioneds. Fabulous date night. The downstairs bar is perfect for either waiting for your table or an after dinner drink. read more

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What a dining experience for downtown La Crosse! Definitely come here for a special occasion, impress out of town guests, or a date night. I recommend enjoying dinner upstairs in one of the many unique dining areas - the food is unlike anything else you'll find in Lax. After dinner head downstairs to La Cave for an after dinner drink where you'll feel like you've been transported out of La Crosse! Hands down, best hand made cocktails in the area and such knowledgeable bartenders. read more

Le Chateau - Elk - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

Le Chateau (the restaurant part) wasn't my favorite. However, La Cave is my favorite. The Smokey old fashioneds are what I go there for. They are boozy & delicious! The bartenders smoke the wood chips on a plank right in front of you, then cover them with the glasses giving the drink it's Smokey taste, and giving you a fun show. Downstairs in La Cave is TINY. But it makes the experience all the more fun, as if you are in a cave. The room is dimly lit, and the walls are all stone. They have a little back room with a few tables and the walls are filled with wine. The bathroom is also amazing, as there is a waterfall on the wall! The place is very relaxing all around. Food has not been my favorite here, but I have yet to be disappointed by their drinks! read more

Le Chateau - Old fashioneds - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

We looked so forward to dining here for one of our kid's birthdays, but we so disappointed!!! 3 out of 4 of us had less than stellar meals. My husband's and my meals were sent back because they were so overcooked we couldn't even cut the chicken. The salt was so heavy you couldn't taste anything else. The Elk dish was also over salted. We were told our meals would be removed from the bill, but we were charged 1/2 for meals we couldn't even eat. VERY disappointe and will never dine here again. I will say, the "cave" downstairs was nice. read more

Fantastic French food, beautiful decor and fine service. A must do when In La crosse. Great history to the building.

Do yourself a favor and order the smoky drinks. Great service, great ambiance, love the charcuterie board. I went twice in a week.

We were planning a trip to La Crosse and I was researching supper clubs and came up with a large list. Le Chateau won out due to the beautiful exterior, interior and positive reviews even though the menu is very limited. I recommend you go, but check out the menu first to make sure there is something you like. When I made reservations they asked if we had any food allergies. Very nice. We arrived and were promptly seated in a small dining area next to a beautiful black and white marble fireplace. It made me wish it was winter so a fire would be burning. So, I'm hooked on the ambiance. If you like 19th century mansions you'll be in heaven. This was the nicest and best restored older restaurant I have ever dined at. Our server gave us the menu and explained that they served three courses and would come back for our order. As this was our first visit, I was a bit confused until I realized they wanted me to order an appetizer, main course and dessert. When she returned she asked for our dinner order. I looked at her and asked if they served cocktails. Well, usually, after being seated, this is the first questioned asked. She looked confused, said yes, and brought out the wine and cocktail menu so we could place an order. That's when I knew she was a newbie. Despite her lack of experience our service, overall, was excellent. Our craft cocktails arrived and were very good. My husband ordered the duck consommé. The server brought out a silver coffee pot filled with hot consommé and poured it over a small bowl filled with leeks, duck sausage and carrots -- excellent presentation. It was very good. His dry aged steak was cooked to perfection, flavorful and very tender. The sauce was superb and the new potatoes were a generous portion and very well done. He finished his repast with cream brûlée. By the smile on his face I knew it was 5 stars. I passed on a starter as the only salads listed contained duck or salmon and I was hoping for something plain. I ordered the chicken -- it was the best chicken I have ever had. Very moist and flavorful. The side potatoes were also excellent. They have a nice selection of after dinner drinks including a good selection of Armagnacs. Great service, excellent food and a stellar atmosphere -- this is defiantly my go to place whenever I visit La Crosse. read more

This is a fantastic restaurant and we had an amazing experience here. I've forgotten how "real restaurants" operate since I've moved to Wisconsin from New York, so we showed up without a reservation. The hostess was incredibly gracious and accommodating. She just asked that we get some drinks downstairs at Le Cave while they prepare a table. Le Cave was another great experience, excellent drinks and they nailed the European ambiance. Le Cave definitely needs at least a second experienced bartender however. After drinks, we went upstairs and had a delicious French dinner of escargot, duck breast, and scallops; all of which should receive high praise. I ordered the Tarte Tatin for dessert, which I assume the Chef flambéed for smokiness but accidentally burned. In all, it was an excellent evening and I'm looking forward to returning. read more

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Went to La Cave on 9/12 for drinks and dessert. To be clear, the drinks were GREAT! I will absolutely be back for cocktails and that atmosphere is neat. There were about 6 other people in both the upstairs and downstairs total. Ordered desserts and 55 minutes after we asked if we were still receiving those. Confirmed with the bartender. An hour after we ordered, we just asked to cancel them at that point. About 15 minutes later they came. The girl that dropped them off said the molten cake was crushed as she dropped it off ~80 minutes after ordering with few people in the bar. After finally getting our check we asked if there's anything he could do as we were clearly frustrated we were spending money on an order we asked to cancel, was crushed, and then had to wait almost 1.5 hours for. He took $2 off a $56 tab. All in all, I will be back to drink but was amazed that's the service you receive when they are clearly not busy. read more

Exquisite. So happy we were able to experience Le Chateau one last time before moving away from La Crosse. We know we will come back to visit. Dining inside, out on the patio, and getting drinks in La Cave have been highlights of my time in La Crosse! read more

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Dinner tonight was exceptional. Foie gras was delicious. Lobster risotto was fresh and wild boar melted in our mouths. Service was on point. It was such a special night. We highly recommend Le Chateau. read more

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Amazing. And in La Crosse. A family member was celebrating a milestone birthday and a lot of us got together there to celebrate. We broke bread at Le Chateau. While my wife and I have had drinks in the bar there before, It was the first time that we had been there for dinner and the first time our teen children had been there. There were about 16 of us for dinner. We had a big table in a back room. It had a heated floor. First, cocktails and wine. Our waiter was was attentive, efficient, knowledgeable and incredibly polite. She explained wine options, and food pairings. Wine selections were good. Their list is impressive. Appetizers were several small plates. I believe that our large table ordered 4-5 different appetizers. The vegetable olive spreads were fantastic. I considered the French onion soup and regret not ordering it... next time, right? As a main entree, I had my eyes on the salmon, until our waitress convinced me to try an amazing beef entree. Loaded with tender beef, an incredibly flavorful wine-based broth, carrots, potato, onion, and mushrooms, this was delicious. The rest of our group had a variety of entrees. The side dishes were good. For dessert, I stuck with a cup of coffee. Prepared in a French press, which makes sense at a French restaurant, right? Wait staff was attentive and never let a water glass become empty, even with water bottles available on the table. After dessert, several of us had a final drink in the lower level bar. The bar staff knows their stuff - serious cocktail people. I had an Aviation, my brother a Jerry Schafer. My wife a Pinot Noir. Our daughter had tea, which she said was "good". Since she is 15, tea is good. My wife and I live in the Chicago area and in a foodie neighborhood, this are no strangers to great food. Le Chateau gives a number of places that we have been to a run for their money. My compliments to the owners, the Chef, wait staff, and bartenders. Le Chateau is a winner and we will go back. Final guidance - plan for dinner to take the evening, go with a fun adventurous date or group of people, take in all that Le Chateau has to offer, smile, laugh a lot, drink too much wine, and have a great time. read more

I would not suggest this restraint to anyone. There were ten of us and we had reservations. The waitress asked one person if they wanted a drink and was kind of rude when we order more drinks. The wait time was horrible. We were served a drink an appetizer and our meal. it took over three hours. Some of the ladies I was with ordered the chicken. It was soooo burnt. It was dry. Some of the chicken they put the burnt side down so when they first got their meal, it looked okay. then they turned it over..... I would not suggest this place to anyone. For the price you pay, I would rather have McDonalds. read more

We've always enjoyed coming to Le Chateau for the ambiance. Whether it was a cocktail in the cozy Cave, an event or dining on a terrace that transports you to Europe for the evening. But a recent visit to celebrate our anniversary showcased the inspired cooking coming out of chef Tim Ewers kitchen and the expert drink pairings of Eva Ewers. We had reserved the tower for a seven course tasting menu and gave the husband-wife duo some guidance on our likes/dislikes beforehand and they delivered one of the most memorable dining experiences we've had anywhere. Server Lino was charming and provided just the right amount of warm, friendly conversation and attentiveness. The team at Le Chateau proved you don't have to go to Minneapolis, Madison, Chicago or even Paris to get a world class dining experience, you can get it right here in La Crosse. Bravo. read more

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This is a relatively new (June 2016) addition to the Le Chateau restaurant. Probably the most forward-thinking and adventurous cocktail bar in La Crosse. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. To get there take the narrow winding staircase down from the Le Chateau restaurant. I had one of their "Smoked Cocktails" - Fumé Old Fashioned. Their Old Fashioned should NEVER be confused with the traditional "Wisconsin" Old Fashioned [brandy (???) with 7-Up or Sour mix.] Note: there is very little signage for the La Cave or Le Chateau on the building. If you're not familiar with the area you will want to know the street address. read more

Le Chateau - Winding staircase down from Le Chateau - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

One of best meals I've had in LaCrosse in a long time. Very happy with the experience!

This was our first visit. Would definitely come back. The atmosphere and food was phenomenal. We were served by the owners wife. She gave us a little history of where she was from and the home. This home provides a beautiful atmosphere for a French restaurant. The owner and his wife complement that with fantastic food and great service. If you are in the La Crosse area this is a must stop for dining. It's more than just dining it's a wonderful experience. The wine selection is very good with a lot of French offerings. Food portions are large for this type of restaurant, so make sure you save room for dessert. read more

Le Chateau - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

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