UPDATE: we came here for regular dinner service. It was a Tuesday, so it was apparently date night where they have a few selections for a starter, main, and dessert for you and another person for a really reasonable price. We went with that. The soup was small, but a good portion for the overall meal. Salad was delicious!!! Perfect amount of dressing, little bits of almonds and cheese. The main courses we had were the braised beef and the duck. Both were really tasty. The dessert was a molasses cake that wasn't too sweet, everything was balanced nicely. Had a really great time and some delicious wines by the glass. Renee was very attentive throughout, making sure our glasses were full :) EDIT: after receiving feedback, the owner called and we discussed the experience. She was extremely nice and that our experience didn't reflect their standards. We're going to give it another shot. The follow up was professional and very appreciate We came here for the Valentine's pre fixe. I'll keep this very short. Every plate was cold. Like colder than room temperature cold. The first dish, a scallop on a nest of veggies, was and could have been pulled off being served cold. That was fine. Then ame the cold risotto with cold fish, and the over cooked beef (that was also cold) and the cold potatoes and asparagus. Food needed more seasoning. Every dish needed a dash or two from the provided salt and pepper mills. Beautiful ambiance. Ingredients seemed good. Execution was terrible. Service was friendly and attentive as they could have been for an event like this. Large formats, pre fixe menus are not this place's forte; I haven't been here before this other than for cocktails since I am from out of town but I will say this was an incredibly disappointing way to spent my night and money. read more

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My husband and I ate there in December. It was absolutely the worst dinning experience. The restaurant was uncomfortably warm. We asked to have a quieter table considering we could hear the other two tables conversations. They told us there were no other tables even though it appeared to me there were only 6 individuals in the restaurant. The wine was extremely warm and seemed to be served at room temperature. And then the food.......the French onion soup was just ok. I ordered the lobster risotto and I could not cut the lobster with a knife! It was completely overcooked. The risotto was flavorless. I asked to have it sent back without ordering another entree. My husbands scallops had no sear. Just soggy in butter. I never write a review but I hope this helps the restaurant to make the appropriate changes. We were there last March and had drinks in the basement and had a wonderful time and came back the next night with our friends to celebrate my birthday. I was hoping for the same experience and was extremely disappointed. read more

Incredible dining experience, soup to nuts. Can't believe I've lived in La Crosse six years without trying this place.

Disappointing. After hearing such great things I decided we should give it a try. Now maybe it was a bad night or they were especially busy, but there were a few things that really did not sit well with me. 1. The service. Maybe I've eaten at the waterfront too many times and expect good service for the price, but our server was forgetful and not quick. Examples- I asked for limes with our water and it took her about 20 minutes to get them out. I asked to see the tea menu, which she never brought. My dining partner asked for a box. She took his food and said "I'll box it and have it ready for you to go". She never brought out the to-go box. Oh, and it took three times for them to find out jackets. 2. The portion sizes. I got the vegetarian ravioli and it came with three pieces of pasta and few tomatoes, root vegetables and small pieces of asparagus. My boyfriend got the pork tenderloin which was a huge portion, so big that he didn't even finish half of it. 3. The squash soup was terrible. A scoop of barley, a few chunks of squash and a few leeks with a watered down broth is not something I would eat again. I realize you might be trying to cater to vegans with this dish but some flavor would be great. 4. Our server asked us no less than 4 times if we were okay with water. If we wanted something other than water we'd ask. It felt like she was trying to push the wine, in an annoying way. Overall, it was so disappointing. It should not take 2.5 hours to eat 2 courses and dessert. I was still hungry. I won't be back. read more

This mansion was breathtaking! It felt like we were visiting a different country or something. Just an overall great vibe we got here! My husband and I had a drink in the underground bar one afternoon while visiting Wisconsin. The drinks were outstanding and our bartender was very helpful and kind to us! read more

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Beautiful ambiance inside and outdoors. Exquisite food and superb service. By far our favorite restaurant in La Crosse.

I grew up in La Crosse from 2000 to 2006 and this restaurant didn't exist back then (as far as I know)... I recently came back to La Crosse with my partner for a reunion and visit and we decided to try this place. We are from DC and we have some pretty good food out here, but I was absolutely BLOWN AWAY by the quality of the food at La Chateau! The service was so good, the food was so tasty, and everything so authentic that I literally cannot eat French food here in DC anymore because it just doesn't compare to our experience here! I mean, literally, I have never had such a wonderful dining experience as my dinner at La Chateau! We had the escargot, the foie gras, selections of cheese, the lamb wellington, and the lobster risotto. The meal experience took about 3 hours, which is the proper way a full course classy meal should go. Then we adjourned to the new basement bar to have our dessert. Everything was just divine, and there was NOTHING that anyone could complain about! The interior space was amazingly beautiful. I just can't say enough good things about this place and I think it'd be TOTALLY worth making another trip to La Crosse just to eat here! Oh yeah, and as I mentioned, we live in DC and comparable dining out here would cost $500 for two. We got entrees, cocktails, a full course meal, dessert, and a half bottle for just under $200! The value to quality ratio was incredible and I would have gladly paid twice as much for such great food and service! read more

Le Chateau - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

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Tuesday is Date Night at Le Chateau! This includes 2 three piece meals for $55. This is a great way to experience a high end restaurant! There are 3 entrees to select from. Two of the 3 are on the regular menu. I highly recommend the item that isn't on the regular menu, the shrimp pasta dish. It is rich and creamy. The pasta is house made and very fresh! The chicken entree has a tasty sauce. The soup and salad are both delicious! I wish you could have both. My husband had the salad and I had the soup, so we shared! The dessert was a dense ginger flavored treat. I was so full that I couldn't even finish it. We will certainly be back to try other items on the menu! read more

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I have lived in La Crosse for two years and I am MAD that no one has told me about La Cave (the downstairs bar). I had dinner in Le Chateau this evening and it was beautiful. A wonderful meal, great service, and delectable food. The house is a wonder to see and a place that all Driftless Area visitors will want to check out. La Cave was my favorite part of the visit, as this bar is right up there in my book with the Charmant and The Mint. It is definitely added to my list of bars for the next time I'm showing my pals a good night out in La Crosse. The perfect quaint, off the beaten path, unique decoration, dark cellar feel that mysterious people love. Next time I go to Le Chateau, I will definitely be having my meal and drinks in the Terrace area, which I didn't know about until we sat down for our meal! Can't wait to come back and I highly recommend a visit. read more

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We have fined here before. Nice speedy restaurant. We walked out last night. We were treated horribly. Restaurant was super hot. No one else there but they gave us the worst table there. No other customers. We left. Too hot. Didn't want our money and we knew it would be well over 100. We were treated horribly. Not by hostess but others. No other customers we ever saw. We may never go back read more

The food, atmosphere and service were all good. Their French Onion soup is hands down the best around. That's the good and there was plenty the bad was the ( normally amazing) escargot it was over cooked and lacked the normal spices. Also, the portion sizes have shrunk while the prices have increased. This would normally have earned a 4-5 star review but due to their management and handling of reservations I'm giving them 2 Stars, canceling my reservations for Saturday and will not be going back again. read more

I have been truly impressed with La Cave, the basement bar at Le Chateau. Casey is a very creative mixologist, so I have ordered the bartender's choice 4 or 5 times and each time it has been exceptionally delicious. Actually, all the bartenders are very well trained, having observed some of their training. My partner is a former bar trainer, and he was complimentary of their work. The appetizers are a high quality presentation of cheeses, pate and seafoods. We also ate at the restaurant and had delicious and classic French dishes and refined service. I really was not expecting such a sophisticated experience in La Crosse, and this has become our go to place! read more

The women owner is absolutely horrible. I heard her firing someone for laughing! What the heck! The food is pretty good. They need to clean better too! Bugs, dirt, dust everywhere. Gross! I will not be back! read more

Their outdoor seating is beautiful! I use to come here because of the awesome indoor ambiance, but with covid, well you know (that being said, inside you can eat in your own private room, so really nothing much to worry about compared to other places:). Outside is spacious, beautiful gardens and looking at the outside of this magnificent home is just as intriguing as when you are inside! As always the French food is spectacular. My wife, father, golden-doodle and I, ordered slowly and shared our food. This gives you more time to enjoy the ambiance and savor the different flavors. I also feel good signing the check here, as it supports keeping this gem of a home in tip top shape and as an asset to our community's history. read more

A beautiful atmosphere, delicious food and service was top-notch! We had a lovely time and will definitely be back. Will give 5 stars if we have a consistent experience in the future. read more

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We visited for a nice evening out after our engagement the week prior. Our service was great, attentive, friendly, and accommodating for any requests. Our food however was a little less than par. We got the Elk Loin and the Lamb Wellington. The lamb had a wonderful vegetable mix with it which was enjoyable however the lamb seemed overdone, slightly dry as compared to what a lollipop would be like, and unseasoned. The elk was a similar experience, while the texture was expected it had no additional seasoning and salt and pepper would have simply amplified the dish. The same was found with the additional items with the elk, in this case asparagus and the potato "hay." The potatoes were seasoned however they were dry and crumbly preventing much of the taste to come through. The asparagus was bland, no seasoning and being late season they don't have much of an identifying taste already. Our deserts were overall good and just personal taste preferences such as an accessory sauce not being a taste we enjoy or parts being too crumbly etc. Our service though did boost the experience and because of that we may try again but these entrees were not our favorites or would be tried again. read more

If anything, Le Chateau has improved with time! The chef continues to experiment without becoming weird and finds wonderfully fresh local seasonal ingredients to pair with French standards. Excellent variety and new dishes always appear on the menu, which remains a reasonable length. The place is becoming popular and busy, but we've never felt rushed and the service remains outstanding. The husband-wife owners are now busy with small children, but they both pursue their culinary careers with passion and dedication. Bravo! read more

I enjoyed a quiet meal here with my wife recently. The service and food were great. The atmosphere is wonderful owing to the fact it is in a large and historic home. Parking is a little tricky but we did find a spot on the street just around the corner. The staff were attentive and professional. I'll keep this on the short list of places to go for a nice evening and a great meal. read more

Great place to return to on our first night out in a year. The service and food was just as great as we remember. Thanks for a wonderful night. read more

Tonight was Le Chateau's fall food and wine pairing. Parsnip amuse busche soup thickened with almonds, caramelized onion tart, brussels sprouts and steamed radish with shaved parmesan, duck sausage cassoulet with white beans, and spiced cake with brown butter icing and poached apple. But the surprise was the ginger beer served with dessert. Yummy. read more

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We just finished an absolutely superb take out dinner for Valentine's Day from Le Chateau. While we missed the lovely ambiance, the food was spectacular! The beef filet melted in our mouth and the scallops were cooked to perfection. The sides were seasoned beautifully and the green beans still had a lovely snap. Truly, we couldn't imagine a better dinner for our celebration. The chocolate lemon meringue cake was a divine dessert. Many thanks for making our evening so special. read more

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL! By far the best meal I've had in La Crosse, hands down. I had the filet with roasted veggies, & fried potato cake. Each bite melted in my mouth. Great service, great atmosphere. Drinks were spot on. read more

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Delicious meal. The first time I've ever had escargot! My wife and I recently went there for our 9th wedding anniversary and the night was near perfect. Our server was incredibly friendly and the food really was top notch. Worth every penny. My only complaint and why I didn't give 5 stars was the pace of the meal. We would have loved to enjoy dessert but by the time it came around we had already been there for over 90 minutes. Appetizers and meal shouldn't be paced that far apart. If the service was tightened up a little, not rushed but just paced better, it would be perfect. read more

Our dinner last night still remains in our memory...my chicken dish with a truffle sauce as well as my husband's more than generous 36 oz. steak with frites was well presented, generous in portion size and, well, simply delicious. What a delight to sit in the enclosed terrace room and enjoy our dinner companions as well as a visiting duck, a few birds and a rabbit for our viewing pleasure. I'm so glad we were able to make it to this, our annual trek, as it is a great experience to take time to enjoy the food and conversation. Tim and Eva took time at the end of the day to sit with us and made us feel like real family. read more

Our group had the bone in pork loin, duck, seared lemon fish fillet and beef tenderloin. Everyone was very pleased with their dish and our service was outstanding. We finished with two dessert samplers, cappuccino crème brûlée, raspberry bavarois and chocolate truffles and some french press coffee. A great finish to a wonderful evening with friends. If you are in the Lacrosse area you have to try this restaurant. Even if you are not in the Lacrosse area, it would be well worth the drive! Apart from the food, the architecture of this restored Victorian home is magnificent! We have eaten at many of the renowned, historical restaurants in the Savannah and Charleston areas. This restaurant does not take a back seat to any of them! read more

Great food made by a master chef. Just had their Magret de canard aux cranberries, pommes sautées, and it was really succulent. Seared duck on a bed of vegtables, squash, potatoes, mixed with nuts and spices. read more

Le Chateau - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

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The quality of food is awesome and the service is always exceptional. It is fine dining at its finest. Be sure to allow enough time to truly enjoy the experience. read more

I'm from Chicago and was visiting La Crosse last weekend. Was invited to Le Chateau not before having some of the best hip drinks I've ever tried in their lower level aka Le Cave. For starters, I had a healthy plate of Escargot. Plump and tasty. Main course...again I'm from Chicago and have tried risotto from mannnnny Italian restaurants but this French-style squash risotto was by far the best I've ever had. Not clumpy nor watery...done perfectly. Excellent wine, Laurie took excellent care of us and the setting couldn't have been better. The prices are so reasonable considering the experience. A MUST try if you haven't yet. read more

Such a charming restaurant with delicious food. I was in town for work and had a craving for French food. The meal started with a taste of a split pea soup (cold) which initially scared me but it tasted amazing! The bread to accompany it was delicious. I then ordered the escargot which was a little difficult to manage but totally worth it for the reward. For my main entree I got the lobster risotto which was to die for, the fish was delicious and the combination of flavors was tasty. Topping it off was a lovely cappuccino, will be coming again next time I'm in town! read more

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By far this is the BEST restaurant in LaCrosse!! The food is so amazing it's almost indescribable, the owner always chooses my wine and it's like nothing I've ever had and all comes from France. The service is amazing, I love seeing the owner when we go in and hearing about the changes and progress of her family's restaurant!! Don't let prices hold you back, they could charge more and I will still dine here and would still be my favorite place. Also, sitting in the historic home is impressive, it's gorgeous! read more

Le Chateau - Amazing food! - French Near Me - La Crosse, Wisconsin

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This was an amazing night. Lovely atmosphere, the best wine and even better cuisine! Renée was the kindest waitress and took very good care of us. We will definitely be back! Thank you so much for a wonderful evening. read more

First class all the way. Beautiful building, delicious food, excellent presentation and great service! Leek soup and lamb was delicious. Everyone raved about the french onion soup as well. read more

Who knew, great French food in La Cross?? Awesome vision to takeover a old mansion and make it into a superb restaurant. Get the escargot. AWESOME. Talk with Eva, take your time and don't rush it. Enjoy the place and walk around and check out the historic decor. Great wine recommendations. read more

Love everything about this place & the cave is perfect! It's higher priced but well worth every penny! Trying to decide if I want to tell people about it or keep it a secret. It's a hidden Jem for sure read more

Wonderful! This is an authentic European dining experience! My fiancée and I have eaten here several times and have enjoyed tasting some of the seasonal changes in the menu. The service is top notch. For those who say it's slow, they must not understand that the staff is giving them time to appreciate the nuances of a sophisticated meal, allowing you to take the time to enjoy the extensively detailed atmosphere, good company and conversation, and truly excellent food! Since tasting some of the delicious menu items, I have become more adventurous with my choices. My trust in the chef has been well rewarded with a new found love of lamb and cinnamon, a cappuccino of mushroom and truffle oil, ratatouille, and many more. read more

La Crosse is blessed with several fine restaurants. Le Chateau is as good as it gets. In fact, Le Chateau would be among the very best restaurants in any large city. The setting is a large, historic home that was originally built for Mons Anderson, an early La Crosse merchant. Having fallen into disrepair, it was meticulously restored by a La Crosse businessman for his personal use 30 or so years ago. The finding of a bucket of gold coins under an area of flooring helped to pay for that restoration. The home changed hands a number of times thereafter and eventually came to be owned by the present owners who have operated it as a fine-dining, French restaurant for several years. The food is beautifully prepared and presented. Neither my wife nor I have ever had a meal at Le Chateau that was less than excellent. The wait staff is very well trained and very knowledgable about both the food and the wine menu. The service is impeccable. However, be aware that eating here is an evening's entertainment. The pacing of the serving is designed for lots of conversation and savoring. If you are in a rush, you should probably select another location. Pricing is expensive for the area, but well worth the experience. A couple should expect to pay $125, including gratuity (2016 prices). Meals are served in several large, unique rooms. Some of these can be isolated for larger groups. A new room is being constructed that will be like a large porch, and I am told that a very ornate bar is under construction on the lower level. For fine dining at its finest, you cannot go wrong at Le Chateau. Bon apetit! read more

Lovely setting in restored chateau plus true French cuisine. Escargot better than I had in Saumur France 3 weeks before! Stuffed quail with barley and the trout with gnocchi had delicate sauces and a rich, unique edamame purée! Service was excellent as well! A just sweet custard bite was complimentary finish..oh and a buttery asparagus soup cup the amuse-bouche! read more

Le Chateau provides an elegant French dining experience with fabulous food and an extensive wine list. If you are looking for a Bar and Grill or a restaurant that wants to rush you out the door, go some place else. This is a relaxed upscale dining experience. We have eaten there many times and have never been disappointed. Make the dining experience your evening entertainment. You will not be disappointed. read more

Charming location and high hopes while walking up: Location is probably hard to beat, but we went for dinner, so that is the focus of this review. We travel around many states for work and eat out more often than not. With that preface... Solid attempt at great food, but it just came up short. Food was good, but I'm quite certain that with a menu that size, and our table of 2 being 1/3rd of all guests, that the proteins are frozen. Then of course when you eat them, confirmation. My lamb Wellington was underwhelming. My wife's lobster risotto was nice, and would have been better without the frozen lobster tail that sat atop a nice "made to order" risotto. Our quail appetizer was heavily seasoned but still fairly enjoyable. I probably would would have left a 4 star rating, but then we had dessert. The chocolate lava cake seemed to be pre-fabricated and frozen. For their sake, I hope it was. I'd pass on going back, even with the corporate allowance that covered our meal. To be fair, I had to get through dinner before I could put my finger on what was wrong...frozen proteins atop fresh ingredients on the rest of the plate. Trim the menu to avoid freezing the proteins and then there is hope. People don't need so many options if what you're offering is top notch! read more

If you are near La Crosse and looking for a French restaurant, this is the place to go. The food took quite some time to come but the environment was so interesting that I did not even notice. Once it finally arrived, the food was excellent. I had the seared lemon fillet and lobster risotto but my favorite dish at the table was the pressed chicken that my sister ordered. For dessert I had the lemon tart, and the sauce that came on the side was incredible. I hope that eating here will become a family tradition. read more