River Cafe

We stopped in while exploring small towns along the Great River Road. Last time I was here, I…read moredidn't know I could explore the hotel rooms upstairs, at least the rooms with open doors. I didn't open the rooms with closed doors, as it seemed there were a couple of guests staying there, which is cool! This place has the look and feel of history, and we enjoyed seeing the antique furniture, framed portraits, and layout of the rooms. The lower level of the building has a beautiful wooden bar and two spacious dining rooms. I hope I get a chance to dine here in the future, and maybe stay here during cooler temperatures.

The bar/restaurant is just lovely! We got there at 3pm when the bar opened and we sat outside with…read moreour beverages overlooking the Mississippi River. At four, we ordered from their menu and we were very happy to enjoy their spinach flatbread and their legendary walnut burger! Do try it if you stop by and do sit outside, weather-permitting! Nice, welcoming, and attentive staff. Highly recommended!

Historic Trempealeau Hotel and Restaurant

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Cat Daddy's Bar And Grill

5.0(1 review)

0.5 mi

After a hike at Perrot State Park, I swung by Cat Daddy's Bar and Grill with my dog, Keeva. The…read morebeer was cold, and the cheese curds were awesome! The best part was the service - the bartender even filled a pail with ice water for Keeva. She was so friendly and kind. Sitting on the patio with great views of the mighty Mississippi made it perfect. This place is a true gem - perfect spot to chill with good food, drinks, and amazing scenery!

Here's a view from the Mighty Mississippi: Cat Daddy's Bar and Grill in Trempealeau, WI. Great times, food, and service.

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Sullivan's Supper Club

3.7(80 reviews)

1.7 mi

Salad bar was great the walleye was superb. My husband felt…read morethe prime rib and au jus was under seasoned. Otherwise the service was great cute place in a quaint village.

Scenic view of the Mississippi, People were very nice, and the food was great if not EXCELLENT! We…read morecelebrated our Anniversary there and they went out of their way to make the night enjoyable. A BIG Thank You!

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Pickwick Inn

4.1(9 reviews)

3.6 mi

Delicious food, usually not busy since it's not well known! Friendly staff and a great view. Can't…read moreget much better than that!

This is a well kept secret just off of Hwy 61 south of Winona. Located near a historic mill which…read moreoffers a great view of a waterfall this restaurant is under new management. covid19 restriction and guidelines are being followed at this location. Service was very good. The co-owner of the restaurant was our waitress. She was very pleasant and offered great service. Drinks were served very quickly and our order was taken immediately. We order the onion rings as a starter. They were a bit light on the quantity but that was quickly forgotten with a great tasting batter and flavorful onion. We were there for the fish fry and it was outstanding! Plenty of food! Large salad, soup, followed by the main course. I ordered the batter fried cod and my wife ordered the jumbo shrimp (and they are really JUMBO). I ordered the thin fries...never had paper thin FF before. They were not bad, wife had the baked potato which was outstanding! Everything was served fresh and hot. This is a must visit place. The menu has lots of variety and a good view.

Onion rings

Jumbo shrimp dinner

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Four Corners

4.0(6 reviews)

4.7 mi

Stopped into the bar for a casual meal during a hunting trip in the area. Stepping inside you…read morecould immediately feel an upbeat vibe from the music, lighting and laughter in the air. We grabbed a couple seats at the bar and were greeted by the bartender. She dropped a couple cold adult beverages in front of us and asked if we were going to eat which we promptly said yes! She brought us menus and we ordered a burger and fries and a special for the night - walleye fingers, also ordered with fries. The food took awhile and we weren't surprised because there was a sign going into the kitchen that kind of hinted at that in a humorous way. The French fries may be the best I've ever had, great seasoning, crisp and hot. The order size was borderline huge. The walleye was breaded lightly and tasted like any walleye I've had - great. The burger was reported to be great too. Not sure if I'll ever make it back, but highly recommend for anyone who's in the area for a great casual meal at a reasonable price. Sorry about no pictures, we were pretty tired from 6 days of hunting.

Stopped for lunch after golfing. Super friendly service. Food was good for bar food. Burgers,…read morewraps, wings. Affordable and tasty.

Menu Dec. 2020

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Hungry Point Bar & Grill

3.2(9 reviews)

0.5 mi

Slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow slow service. Do you…read morereally think your customers have 2 HOURS to wait for lunch ?! Losers. We'll never go back. NEVER.

I'm so glad this place was open after covid. But what we got for food wasn't great. We ordered…read moreburgers that were bloody and cold . She had forgot our order. We had to track down the waitress for our food after a hour. It's mainly a beer bar off the river. I suggest they take it to the basics and serve fryer food with beer.

Wowza! Now that's the perfect fish sandwich and sweet potato fries!!

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Locks nearby and big barges pass by. Pretty cool to see.

Wason's Supper Club

3.2(22 reviews)

6.7 mi

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

Our waitress was pleasant, and efficient. Our old fashioned seemed to be from a mix. Appetizers…read morewere fine. My husband order the daily special fish, he said was good. 2 of us had the tips, they were ok, not bad, not good, ok. My blackened tips had mushrooms and chunks of bacon all over it which I was not expecting - the description didnt mention that so I was disappointed. My son seemed to enjoy his regular tips. Our 4th person had the chicken sandwich, she was good. The meal was not bad, but nothing to get excited about - perhaps the cooking style more geared toward the locals??

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Tenderloin tips.

Boondocks Locker Room

4.0(4 reviews)

4.3 mi

What a place! If there is a Cheer's west of Cambridge Square in Boston, this is it! Nestled in…read morethe cornfields if west central Wisconsin, this is a local gem. If you're traveling, set your GPS for "Boondocks". You'll find typical Wisconsin drinks and decent food, served up by friendly staff. What gives this joint its five star rating are the local regulars. From anorexic farmers to overstuffed U-pers, this place has it all. Grab a chair and enjoy good drinks and down home wisdom served up Boondocks Style! If this place has a negative, there is no mirror in the men's room. That may be a blessing for the regulars though.???

OMG! The best time ever. Laughed so hard with everyone while eating awesome food and having a few…read moredrinks. Love this place. We will be back soon.

Spicy Bloody Mary - awesome!

Breakfast burritos

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Jordan's Omelette - ham, cheese, sausage with American fries

The Station - Ma's Kitchen

5.0(6 reviews)

0.6 mi

Cute little cafe with fresh bakery, ice cream, coffee and other food items. Fast service and a cozy…read moreseating area. I tried the pumpkin spice latte and, not gonna lie, it's better than Starbucks. My husband got a medium roast coffee and liked it as well. I'm glad I finally got to try this place out! I'm usually too busy fishing to get here before they close for the day.

Very friendly and good service, probably some of the best tasting lattes we've ever had, no joke…read more The lakefront latte and matcha latte were amazing.

The Station is a coffee shop with a down-home vibe on Main Street in Trempealeau, WI.

Shirley A. Heffner, Owner of The Station in Trempealeau, WI

The Station - Ma's Kitchen - Ma's Kitchen @ The Station is located on Main Street in Trempealeau, WI with Mississippi River views right off the Great River Road.

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Ma's Kitchen @ The Station is located on Main Street in Trempealeau, WI with Mississippi River views right off the Great River Road.

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Steve F.

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12 years ago

A -4° day outside but warm and accommodating inside The River Cafe! If you are making your way down Great River Road (Hwy 35) into Trempealeau a must stop would have to be this restaurant. I am one of the pickiest eaters known to man and a servers nightmare. I ordered a 3 egg Denver Omelet and asked for "No Rabbit" food. Not only did they keep the "Green Stuff" out, but the cook added extra meat to fill the dish. The entire staff was friendly and the service was fast. What else could you ask for in a small town establishment? Do yourself a favor and stop in and you will understand why I will be a regular from now on. read more

K B.

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11 years ago

Stopped in for a late lunch while biking the great river trail. Fantastic salad with fresh ingrediants and great service. We were the only couple eating outside and were served promtly with super friendly service. read more

River Cafe - tradamerican - Updated September 2026

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