Great sandwiches and service…read more Stopped for lunch on a busy Saturday. Parking can be a bit challenging, but we got one of the handful of spots out back. I got the Smoked Turkey special of the day, and my wife got the Egg Salad. Food was delivered quickly and was fresh and flavorful. Lots of seating and very friendly and polite employees.

Really enjoy the sandwich and soups here. Recommend numero uno and cream of chicken soup. Bread and…read moredeli meat texture are perfect!

We were in town for the night and decided to stop in. We were able to walk in and shared a large…read morehigh top table. We got the walleye fish fry and the birria tacos. Both were good but not great. They just needed something extra. We did wait a while to get service, but our waitress was very nice and helpful. I'd come back and try a few other items on the menu.

This was my first time here and I was thoroughly impressed. Their cocktail options were plentiful…read moreand I got the espresso martini which was very good. The service was quick considering it was pretty packed already at 1pm. They serve food though I didn't get any, the food I saw looked delicious. The apparel is also some of the cutest I've seen for a distillery. The decor gives a fresh vibe and there was an outside sitting area. Would definitely come back.

This is a special occasions venue that my husband and I both love. Consistently excellent food,…read morevery good to excellent service, and lovely ambiance. I always end up getting whatever pasta they have because it is homemade... and it's hard to find homemade pasta in this wonderful little city. I wish they would bring back their happy hour at the bar.

I went with two colleagues since we were in the area for a work trip. The place is super vibes and…read moregorgeous. We had one of the best waitresses we've ever had. We asked a lot of questions and she was able to help us and provide wine pairings. The pasta was delicious! We would definitely recommend going here and we'll definitely come back the next time we're in the area.

Cute little cafe with great coffee and delicious food. Had the cranberry crepe (seasonal crepe…read moreoption) with a latte. The latte was great with a beautiful design included. Tends to get busy, and seating can be hard to come by. You do have to order at the front and they call your number to come get your food from the kitchen window. Only other criticism, is that it needs better signage out front. It is hard to find if you are from out of town. Overall though, cute coffee shop with good vibes.

Delicious! Order at the counter pickup at the window. The Root Note is a modern cafe with delicious…read morefood options. The interior is brightly lit and although the ceilings are very high up it's not too noisy to chat with a friend.

Do yourself a favor and enjoy! The sirloin was amazing. Save room for dessert. The staff was…read moreamazing!

What a great dining experience. Had an appetizer and 2 entrees and all were excellent. Such a nice…read morealternative from the same old thing at other restaurants. Atmosphere was very nice with plenty of options on seating. Outdoor patio looks great for a warm summer evening. So glad we found this place!

A Chromatic Feast: The Warm Embrace of Sagra in La Crosse…read more To dine at Sagra in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is to be reminded that genuine culinary warmth can be found far from the traditional epicenters of Italian gastronomy. Guided by an exceptionally attentive and gracious staff, the experience unfolds with a well-paced rhythm that immediately puts the diner at ease. It is an establishment that clearly understands the intersection of great service and great food. The meal begins with a study in subtle elevation: olives presented with a gentle, deliberate warming. It is a small but vital touch that awakens their natural oils and briny depth, setting a welcoming tone for the table. The meatballs follow suit, boasting a robust, comforting heft. They are deeply hearty and undeniably tasty, anchored by a rustic authenticity that demands a proper piece of bread to chase the remaining sauce. However, the quiet star of the evening was a sweet potato dish that essentially stole the stage. It was a vibrant, chromatic triumph--an absolute masterclass in both visual palette and culinary palate. The kitchen managed to coax an astonishing spectrum of colorful flavors from the root vegetable, elevating a humble ingredient into something genuinely amazing. "Life is a combination of magic and pasta." -- Federico Fellini The pasta course, often the crucible by which an Italian kitchen is judged, was a remarkably pleasant affair. While it may not have possessed the sheer, surprising theater of the sweet potatoes, it remained a fundamentally nice, deeply satisfying plate of food that grounded the meal in tradition. Ultimately, Sagra delivers an unequivocally great dining experience. It is a restaurant that balances hearty comfort with vibrant execution, proving that a well-crafted Italian menu in the heart of Wisconsin is a journey well worth taking. If this dispatch from the La Crosse culinary scene was useful to you, please leave a like or comment below so I can keep writing these reviews for your education, preparation, and enjoyment.

The best Italian food in the Lacrosse region!!! Homemade noodles & bread, fabulous spinach…read moreartichoke dip, and cocktails to die for! Worth every penny. Reservations recommended. I went for my birthday with my husband and it was perfect.

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!

Went here with a large group (11) during our winter weekend adventure in LaCrosse. Our hike ended…read moreearly so we popped in here around 10:30 on a Sunday morning and were surprised we could get a table right away (was crowded but there were a couple of tables for large groups). Cate G was an excellent server and totally not ruffled by our large group. It was no problem when we asked for separate checks - she just asked that we not play musical chairs! We were chilled from our hike so the tumeric antioxidant tea with honey (extra charge) and lemon hit the spot. We had only planned on staying for a warm beverage before heading out to lunch elsewhere but the food menu enticed us so we decided to stay. The menu offered food I love as a vegetarian! I had the Ancient Buddha Bowl with farro (quinoa is an alternative). Tumeric toasted cauliflower, roasted sweet potatoes, beets, sumac roasted chickpeas, crisped kale/brussel sprouts mix with a lemon tahini dressing. So much goodness in a bowl!! There were so many other choices but if I were to eat here again, I would try the housemade vegan burger or one of their salads. It was a bit noisy with so many people but not so that our group was not able to enjoy conversation. Family friendly with a kids corner stocked with toys.

Great place to come for brunch when visiting the La Crosse area. Delicious specialty coffee drinks…read moreand smoothies. There is also a drive through. I recommend the garden omelet. It is also a very family friendly place with a play area for little ones. The place is busy, so service takes a little while. Overall, a great brunch spot.

We stopped in between doctor's appointments and the food was amazing. It was an early lunch and was…read morevery quiet with a friendly staff!

Good food! I came up to lacrosse to visit my daughter and we couldn't find anything that was open…read moreso we tried it and we really liked it!

Staff really friendly. Food came out so fast & was amazing. Unique little joint I'd definitely…read morerecommend.

Our large group of 13 stopped at Buzzard Billy's after weigh-ins on Friday night. We were told the…read morewait would be about 90 minutes, which we understood and were willing to accept. Around the 90-minute mark, we got a text saying we were 2nd in line to be seated. When we let the hostess know, she snapped back, "That doesn't mean you'll be next." She explained--in a very rude, condescending tone--that smaller groups would be seated ahead of us if a table opened for four. Not ideal, but we stayed patient. While waiting, we noticed tables being cleaned and split apart from a larger party near the bar. I politely asked the hostess if those tables could be used for our group. She cut me off mid-sentence and spoke to me extremely slowly and dismissively, as though I didn't understand basic seating. It was unnecessary and unprofessional, but again--we stayed calm. When we were finally seated, our group was split between two different sections, even though the tables were literally touching each other. The boys ended up with two tables of their own, and the adults were placed at two tables next to them. We still had three more adults arriving, so we asked our server (who was wonderful) if we could move one unused table from the boys' area to the adult side. She said she'd need a manager. Who shows up? The same rude hostess--now calling herself the manager. We asked if we could move the unneeded table so our adults could sit together. She immediately refused and started lecturing us about "affecting her waitresses' livelihood." She insisted each waitress needed their own tables and that she wouldn't "take away" from them. She repeated "livelihood" multiple times, even though we clearly explained that we were all on the same bill and were trying to make things easier for everyone, including the staff. We offered multiple reasonable solutions: Seat us together while allowing both servers to split the table and the tips Let the servers collaborate since we were one large group Allow us to use one table that was otherwise empty Every suggestion was shut down. She told us she had been "accommodating enough already." That line alone says everything. Meanwhile, the actual waitresses were fantastic. We tipped them very well because they provided great service. Our frustration was 100% with the "manager/hostess," not the servers. We visit the Buzzard Billy's in Des Moines regularly and have always had excellent experiences. Unfortunately, the La Crosse location handled customer service very differently--and not in a good way. Being talked down to, dismissed, and blamed for impacting staff "livelihood" when we were simply trying to sit together was unacceptable. For large groups: I cannot recommend this location. We won't be returning. Do better, Wisconsin.