Kind of torn on this review…read more Grounded has a great patio and well-priced drinks. I just would say I haven't been super impressed by their drinks. I tend to prefer places that make some of their own syrups, etc. and from what I can tell, Grounded doesn't really do much from scratch, which is fine, just not my preference. Their drinks are usually good. I was kind of disappointed to see their even their seasonal specialty drink was not a homemade syrup. My biggest complaint is their cold brew is super weak/too watered down. Service is usually okay, cleanliness is usually okay as well. I do love their expanded hours, so we do stop here when others are closed.

Grounded has been part of our mother, daughter story since Leyna was just nine years old and brand…read morenew to living in La Crosse. Back then, it was our little ritual, cozy mornings with warm drinks and big feelings, just the two of us figuring out a new chapter one sip at a time. She'd order something with way too much whipped cream, and I'd pretend I wasn't tearing up over how grown-up she looked holding her cocoa. Now? We still go, only these days, she brings her friends, and I'm just along for the ride, and maybe to pay. It's gone from quiet catch-ups to full-blown coffee shop photo shoots with her crew. And honestly? The lighting in there gets it. The huge windows, the plants, the downtown charm, it's practically begging for cute, candid best friend pics and "caught laughing but obviously posed" moments. The vibe is warm, welcoming, a little artsy, and always buzzing in the best way. Whether we're talking about life, school, crushes, or just sitting in that comfortable silence that only comes with time, Grounded feels like home. A beautiful, caffeinated home with oat milk options and the occasional scone we swear we're splitting, but somehow I never get half. Grounded isn't just a coffee shop to us. It's a memory maker, a tradition keeper, a growing-up landmark in latte form.

Based on our visit here earlier today we can atest to the fact that these folks received a very…read morewell deserved award for the Best Burger in Iowa 2026! All three of us (the Mrs, my Aunt, and myself) ordered the Biertgarten Smashburgers and we split an order of the Cheese Curds. The burgers were two 4oz chuck/brisket patties, fried onion, American cheese, lettuce, pickles, and Smash Sauce served on a toasted brioche bun and is FANTASTIC! Have plenty of napkins at your disposal as the flavor oozes from this burger! The hand-cut fries are a great side and very good too (I had to add some salt to put them over the top)...the Cheese Curds made it a trifecta...they were outstanding as well, crispy coating and melt in your mouth cheesyness! The servers were very helpful and ready to help out at a moments notice. Dixie's Biertgarten Smashburger has moved on to my Top 5 Burgers I've Ever Had list... It was around 3 in the afternoon and the place was packed (casual atmosphere and some sports on the big screens) so you may have to wait for a seat...there is some outdoor seating but it was raining today but FYI....it's definitely worth the time so be patient!

We rolled into Decorah after a hot day on the motorcycle and pulled into the parking lot which was…read morefull. Walked in and was greeted warmly and told how things work. Seat yourself, order at the bar and receive a buzzer to pick up food. 2026 best burger in Iowa so we ordered that to share, along with a generous basket of lightly battered and delicious cheese curds. Burger was very shareable and came with fries. Not sure it's the best in the state, but it was very good. Despite being busy, food came out quickly. Great selection of local craft beers on tap. Decorah has amazing beers. Special note that the staff was very friendly. This was a great bar and grill and I can totally see why it was crawling with guests. We will be back when in town again.

Really, really good pizza, a great selection of beer while sitting in a quant booth. This is a must…read moretry in Lansing.

We had boneless wings, duck bacon wontons and bruschetta. Everything was great. Friendly and very…read moreattentive staff. Their Beer menu that rivals any I have ever seen.

We came too early the first time so we had to come back after noon…read more We are glad we did, as the place is quaint and fun. The place is tucked into an older building and has great indoor and outdoor seating options. We skipped the bar this time and opted for the patio. They have a nice selection of interesting beers and sours. We enjoyed them all! Our 2 favorites were the salty dawg and Tingles (amazing). We ended up taking home a couple of 4 packs. Sadly they are gone already! The guys working this day were very friendly and helpful with selections and quick to serve! If you have not tried Pulpit Rock beers give them a try, it is very high quality and delicious!!!

A very nice little corner brewery and must-visit in Decorah. Stopped by a couple beers after a…read morehike and it's a very nice casual place to sit and enjoy. Try The Agenda!

12" Woodfired pie and a glass of Portuguese red blend for $23. Could only eat half, made decent…read morebreakfast. Attentive bar area service, upscale feel for a pizzeria. Went a controversial route of ham and pineapple, but it had chopped Serrano pepper on top to contrast the pineapple. Yum in my book!

Great urban feel, nothing says urban than a restaurant in a renovated factory! Large windows gave…read morean airy feel, beautiful original red brick walls, augmented with large Italian scenic photos, definitely give it an industrial aura. We started with a sangria, we had been in Spain the month before and wanted to relive that visit, we found the drink to be very authentic. We shared the cheese and salami appetizer and were very happy we did! It came bubbly hot with a delicious baguette. We were seated at the counter in front of the prep area. The pizzaiolo was very friendly and accommodating to my barrage of questions about the pizza ingredients and the dome oven. The pizza itself was fantastic, nice thin crispy crust, flavorful sauce, and ample tasty toppings. I would highly recommend Uno Venti and look forward to our next visit. The only thing that surpassed the food and atmosphere was our server, Kayla. Prompt, attentive, knowledgeable, and a great sense of humor. Great experience all around.

Finally got around to checking out the Shop yesterday, Saturday! I didn't peruse their page before…read morebut assumed there was a mass of Oktoberfest shenanigans afoot. To my delight there was not and arriving shortly after 2:00 I had the joint to myself!! Allowing me to chat up friendly beertender Niki! She was so fun to talk to beer and breweries about. I liked their beer selection; not too much, not too little, just a good enough selection to reach any palate. I loved when I got up to take a picture and discovered an old cigarette vending machine. In the other room is a vintage motorcycle, vintage a hammerschlagen stump and a plethora of randomness sure to spark your nostalgia. It was a perfect afternoon for the two garage doors open. A cute chubby cat may pop on to the bar, I didn't have time to pet them as in my talking w my hands flailing I slapped the bar and they weren't sticking around for my antics. I really liked the welcoming and calm vibe of Beer Shop, the delightful, friendly service, and he beer selection. There is just a small parking lot off to the west but I think there may be street parking off to the east. Thanks Beer Shop for an absolutely wonderful inaugural visit, cheers.

We dropped in, had a few, then left. They have this display on the wall that lists all these beers…read morewith a short description. In Sparta, this is the spot! We started with #1 and only got to #12 before we said we were done. The service was phenomenal! They also have beers to go, which we did. I cannot tell you how much we enjoyed the atmosphere and service. We will be back and I believe we found our new spot!

Amazing Pickle Pizza Pies, great service, and cozy atmosphere. Also a relaxing patio with picnic…read moretables to hang out on.

We had a crew of 9 to eat today, Service was fast, friendly, clean and the food was awesome! Would…read morerecommend The Rookery to any traveler going through La Crosse any time!

Had lunch at The Rookery with friends yesterday. So clean! I had a chicken sandwich with tomato,…read morelettuce and tzatziki sauce. So good. The fries were served with "gold dust" seasoning. Parmesan and brown sugar. Not my favorite but the fries were excellent! Food came out fast. There is a QR code at your table you can order from. I'm not a techie by any means but found it user friendly or you can order at the bar. Bartender was very friendly! Would go back again!