Beautiful grounds and a break from the city bustle. I visited during a beautiful week here in Wisconsin, and the grounds were meticulous maintained. Super friendly staff that would take you up to the Shrine via a golf cart if needed. It is about a half-mile walk up a paved trail that passes through some beautiful sculptures. The Shrine is in perfect condition and there is a new construction project going on to expand services. Really worth the trip for anyone, not just Catholics. Plenty of free parking and handicapped services are available.

A place of beauty, peace and deep spirituality. I visited the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe while in La Crosse, and it was truly wonderful. The whole site is incredibly peaceful, set in the middle of nature with several walking paths, gardens, and quiet areas for reflection. The walk up to the church is scenic and thoughtfully designed, with stops along the way like the Stations of the Cross and other devotional areas. It feels like a retreat from the world, very calm and serene. The church itself is stunning—beautiful classical architecture, very clean and well-maintained, with a reverent atmosphere even when it’s quiet. You can tell a lot of love and care went into the design and upkeep. There’s also a small café and a gift shop, both really nice and welcoming. Staff were kind and helpful. Even if you’re not religious or just curious, this place is absolutely worth a visit for the natural beauty, art, and peaceful atmosphere. Wear comfy shoes as there’s some walking involved. But there’s also a shuttle if needed!

The place was incredibly welcoming and pleasant. I thoroughly enjoyed exploring the statues and shrine. We managed to attend the 11 am mass in Spanish, which was convenient since we had our young son and needed to return to the office promptly. The weather was perfect for this time of year, neither too hot nor too cold.

We koved it. Drove 2 hours to witness it. It was beautiful inside and out. The gifts shop was a tad bit pricy. But the trip was worth it for us. As it was Hispanic heritage month they were having mass in Spanish. There were a lot of people, including busloads.There were two or three buses of people who came together. We're definitely going back, just not every weekend sort of thing.

An incredible place. We had limited time but I look forward to coming again. It very hilly and they don't have a great way to see all the Shrine. They will give a ride to the main church. I walked back so the other people I was with could see some more of the Shrine. It was the perfect place to go before the hospital.

Beautiful wooded setting. A bit of an uphill climb from the visitors center to the shrine. But worth it. If you have mobility problems, they do have golf carts to drive you to the top.

Beautiful grounds and chapels for quiet reflection. They also offer golf cart rides to the main shrine church from the visitors center; the chapel in the picture is an easy short walk up a paved path. Please note they do close at 5pm!

A cool spot. Great panoramic view. I went in the middle of the day, but I can imagine a great sunset view from here.

A gem in La Crosse for those who love nature and must see. Note that if you want to see the scenic overview, you have to put “Grandad Bluff Park” into your GPS which is about 0.5 miles further up the road. Pics taken in early fall just as leaves were starting to change colors. So peaceful and a true nature lover escape.

Interesting place ;) the views are stunning.

Great views of La Crosse and greater Wisconsin! A quick 5-10 minute drive and you are at the peak. Just a few switchbacks and tighter corners but nothing too bad. Dog friendly if they are leashed and well mannered.

Amazing views even during the rain.

Beautiful views of the Mississippi River Valley

Beautiful views and historical landmarks. Trails were hilly and well kept. It is very warm in June—90s, humid and limited breeze on the trails. Keep this in mind when planning your hike. There were bathrooms up at the top.

Very nice selection of vehicles which reflected the wide range of automobile history as well as the long involvement of the Dahl Family in the automotive world. 1908 Ford Model T thru the 2025 Ford GT and plenty in between too. Jim was the greeter when you enter. Great guy and very helpful in answering questions about the displayed vehicles. The plaques next to the vehicles provided interesting information which will be used for auto trivia clues @ Carossword.com where you can take a free, challenging quiz about your museum visit.

A great walk down memory lane! The autos are spectacular, history and details accompany each one, and the venue is meticulously maintained. It was very enjoyable.

If you love cars - this place is for you. Come see one of the largest collections of cars in Wisconsin.

Very interesting little car museum with knowledgeable personnel. Lots of history and information to read on displays.

Very nice and interesting I'm very historical with a car dating back to 1911

Very interesting if you like cars!!

Great experience here. Over 100 years of automotive history presented by the group that owns Dahl Automotive. The docent on site was very friendly and informative.

Very beautiful place. I loved the sea front and it has plenty of places to seat. One can also rent a boat.

Riverside Park is a public park located on the riverfront of downtown La Crosse, Wisconsin. It's beautiful place on the bank of Mississippi River. It's just at walking distance from downtown. The serene view of the river and surrounding makes it a must visit. The ferry licated in the part is operated on specific schedule not throughout the year. Usually May to mid Oct. Check the operating schedule in advance...

Pleasantly surprised by this park. Awesome walk along the river. A bunch of art on the north end. Glad we stopped.

Don’t forget to stop here and Friendship Gardens Mississippi River front plus confluence of Black and LAX rivers. Beautiful natural views and impressive community engagement. This area really comes together with a variety of amenities and features Would really love to see a live music or community event here. Or be down here during the rush of a La Crosse Center event

Just go! You won't regret it's beautiful.Rest rooms are. Lea,pets allowed on leashes.

“Riverside Park is one of the best places in La Crosse to walk dogs and enjoy the riverfront. We come here often because the scenery, paths, and open space make it easy to get dogs around real distractions—fountains, people, bikes, and the lights in winter. It’s always clean, dog-friendly, and a great spot to relax. One of our favorite places to spend time in La Crosse.”

Wished we had more time here. It's beautifully done and The Friendship Garden is wonderful.

Three stores in one: cafe, ice cream shoppe and confectionery. The flow does feel like walking through three different spaces Affogato is pictured and it was truly delicious! Also tried drip coffee and mint chocolate chip / cookies & cream waffle cone. Did not get any candies but they have fudge, truffles, turtles and lots more. You’ll definitely find something for a sweet tooth

November 2025: While visiting La Crosse, my husband and I stopped at the Pearl to grab a coffee and some locally made chocolates for dessert. The chocolates were amazing! I especially loved the toasted coconut truffle. The locally brewed coffee was great and we enjoyed sipping it inside while we smelled the fresh waffle cones being made next-door. Highly recommend stopping here!

This place is a local treasure. Visited on 6.28.2025 and 6.29.2025 and enjoyed arguably the most delicious ice cream I have ever had. Their Turtle and Salted Caramel along with Vanilla and Mint Chocolate Chip flavors are AMAZING! The staff here is friendly and AWESOME! Highly Recommend to anyone traveling through La Crosse.

When we come in town we always make a trip here. Some really good ice cream. love their plain chocolate ice cream. We always get candy from the shop. There is a coffee side too. Love the layout and history to this place. The staff is always so nice.

Wonderfully delicious ice cream and huge selection of other palate pleasing treats served and managed by attentive and very fine friendly staff. The venue is a wonderful treat in itself! You haven't been to La Crosse until you've visited "The Pearl Ice Cream Parlor"!

Great freshly made ice cream! Waffle cones also freshly made, sundaes & banana splits! Nice atmosphere! Lots of choices for other sweets!

We love this place. It’s a must stop for anyone who loves ice cream, particularly those with kids. We most recently had two waffle cone ice cream flights for about $16. We also love the attached sweets shop and coffee house.

High end atmosphere look out at the river indoor and outdoor seating. Great food and Kaylee was the best waitress we had in town all week. Came for my birthday it's a nice place. Wagyu beef and yummy martinis farm to table local food too. When back in town we will come here again. Can meet in the bar and have bar food for happy hour. Easy walk downtown. 👍🏻

We have traveled the country for several years and there are a handful of restaraunts that have the trifecta (food, atmosphere, and service). The waterfront has all three in spades. Beautiful decor and ambience. Impeccable food and Sophie, our waitress was an absolute delight. I ordered an Old fashion that was well done with a local whiskey. Steak was perfectly cooked with a delicious salty skin. MacNCheese was unique and delicious. With bread crumbs on top, giving a unique crunch and salty flavor. The pork chop was the standout. Incredible quality and flavor. Every bite was a delight. For desert, my wife got the creme brulee which was as excellent as expected based on the other food. I got the key lime pie. It had a unique take on the pie that was excellent and quite unforgettable. Our waitress, Sophie, was incredible and friendly. She committed a chunk of time to ask about our adventures around the country and had such good insight on the food prepared.

If you cook steak as a staple on the menu the temps have to be better. Our well was pink. The med rare was black and blue and my chicken must have been cooked a week before they served it to me. It was drier than Death Valley. :-(. The other items were good but we came for the meat and it wasn’t great. All the other items got it to three stars. But the meat abuse is unforgivable.

Great walleye fish tacos & caesar salad on the patio today! Love Waterfront, always our go-to.- so delish. Excellent super friendly, efficient service from Dylan today. Super highly recommend.

One of our favorite spots for special occasions! We came for the Mother’s Day brunch and everything was phenomenal most definitely worth the price. Even the baby loved the dessert! We’ll definitely be back for more celebrations.

Excellent place to enjoy environment and food. Definitely, I would like to visit here again. Highly recommend to have a reservation.

Had the most amazing dinner! We tried so much food and every bite was incredible. Very impressed. The staff was kind and attentive. I do think the tavern area is a little odd with small tables and bright lighting, but I bet it’s a great spot for happy hour small bites. Should have made a reservation for the dining room. Would love to come back and try more of their delicious offerings.

First time here and the ambiance was Amazing! The bar downstairs in the "cave" was really neat, there's plenty of room to sit with friends. We toured the home while we waited for our food. The waitress and staff were friendly, the drinks were delicious and the food was ok. My fish was too salty but I still ate it all. My wife was not happy with her scallops, the noodles were bland and mushy.

My husband and I journeyed to La Cross after hearing recommendations to visit La Cave & The Chateau- both owned by the same people and located in the same stunning vintage house. We started our evening at La Cave and had a marvelous time enjoying custom cocktails. Then we ventured upstairs to The Chateau where we enjoyed delicious French-inspired cuisine. The beautifully decorated rooms enhanced the dinning experience and each bite left us wanting more. Highly recommend!

This restaurant lives up to its name. It's like a castle or a palace with very nicely decorated rooms and a high-class decor. The staff is very nice and the food was delicious. I had the lobster risotto with french onion soup to start and lime cheesecake for dessert.

Let’s start with the basics, the food was not good. My husband ordered the duck and received a tiny plate of bland couscous topped with a very small duck breast, that to be fair was cooked at the temp requested. I ordered the steak frite. From past experience I know that when I order a steak medium rare it rarely comes that way, so I specifically asked our server if they will cook it accurately and he reassured me that their Michelin star chef would not have it any other way. Of course my steak came medium well. Realistically, it would have been difficult for anyone to cook it any other way because it was just so thin. Now, if that wasn’t enough, the whole thing was absolutely drenched in salt to the point my tongue shriveled up. This was certainly an expensive disappointment. They did bring us a couple after dinner drinks on the house to make up for the steak, but it turned out to be an undrinkable, overly sweet, orange liquor of some type (not Cointreau). Reviewing the service is a little more challenging because we had a very good experience in downstairs ‘La Cave’ with the bartenders before our formal dinner. The upstairs restaurant service was friendly but uneven. A restaurant pretending to be fine dining needs to train their server properly imo.

We had an exceptional stay for our 25th anniversary! The food was spectacular - my husband had salmon and I had scallops - so good. The dessert was to die for! The aura of the mansion is very elegant- LaCave underneath the restaurant was crazy- with yummy drinks! Highly recommend!

The atmosphere of La Chateau will speak to only certain people, as it has the feel of eating inside a very old home. The interior we will kept and the staff were very inviting. Our service was fast and attentive. But the food. Oh, the food is incredible!

We loved visiting the Le Chateau! The French onion soup, duck, scallops and chocolate tart were exquisite! The festive Christmas decor and charming atmosphere made for such a delightful experience.

We were traveling from Missouri and ended our trip here and it was absolutely fantastic experience. Gents (sp?) was our server and he made our experience fantastic. You can tell he took pride in his work and was proud to work there. I had the short rib ravioli and it was delicious. My husband had the flat iron steak with chimichurri sauce. The sourdough bread was fantastic. We are road tripping and were worried we’d be under dressed in jeans and nice shirts but maybe because it was Oktoberfest weekend everyone was super casual. It was a tad loud maybe because of drunk Oktoberfesters, mainly the people at the bar. The wine list was insane and whiskey/bourbon choices were plentiful. If we lived here we would come here regularly. We are well traveled foodies and not easily impressed and this place was delightful.

Love the atmosphere and the vibes. The dimmed lighting is so perfect for a date night. We were seated right away without waiting since we arrived at 5p. The food was amazing and great portions. Only negative thing was that we waited an hour for our entrees other than that I have no other complaints.

There is no other place like this in LaCrosse. If you’re looking for the best place to eat, look no further. The service is perfection, knowledgeable, prompt. Food is incredible, delicious, fastidiously prepared. Atmosphere is classy yet unpretentious. Dress up, dress down, no pretense. Seriously go to this place and enjoy one of the best meals of your life.

Dinner and drinks were incredible! The aesthetic exudes classy upscale modern supper club. The service was top notch.

We had an absolutely amazing experience at Lovechild. From the wait, which was not bad considering a busy Friday evening on a holiday weekend, to our server, who was so excited to tell us more about every item we were interested in, the service was above and beyond. The food was incredible, with highlights being the homemade pasta, steak, and dessert options. The wine menu is almost overwhelmingly extensive, and the cocktails are all unique and inspired. We will be back the next time we're in La Crosse, and would recommend this place to anyone looking for a special evening in the area.

My husband and I loved our meal at Lovechild and had great service from Larson. Delicious and refreshing apple-Manchego salad, fabulous lamb shank, and amazing beef tenderloin. We had a lovely bottle of Cava, too. The atmosphere is beautiful. We’re from the Minneapolis area, and wished we lived closer. This place is a gem!

I loved the vibes in here. Very romantic and cozy. The food was amazing and our server Morgan was amazing she was so friendly and had really great recommendations. We took all her recommendations and had a super great meal. I would absolutely come back. I loved the lamb shank and the apple cake.

Went for a family reunion dinner gathering as an early Father’s Day celebration because one family member suggested it. Probably considered one of the higher-end restaurants in La Crosse area. Ambience and decor was dark, not warm or inviting. Plenty of parking and not a very long wait to get it, although we did have a reservation. Food presentation was decent but the quality left much to be desired. I ordered the Sirloin steak and Scallops combo—the scallops were fine, but the steak was dry and extremely tough because it was overcooked (I had requested medium well) and probably sitting for a bit. Another family had their filet undercooked. The worse part was the asparagus—they were nice and tender, perfectly cooked but had grains of sand so clearly were not washed or rinsed thoroughly. This wasn’t just one spear that had sand grains but every spear on my plate and especially at the heads of the spears. Another family member had the same issue with their asparagus so whoever cooked the batch must have been in a hurry. This is an absolute disappointment for a higher-end restaurant for something so basic. The only reason this wasn’t rated one star was because of the good service of the waitress. Our server was very friendly and even though there were 9 of us which we assumed would automatically result in the 20% tip being added to the check, that did not happen. We of course made sure to tip her well. Frankly all their staff were very friendly. Unfortunately the food quality will deter me from returning the next time I am in town.

Cute place with a great atmosphere. Very cozy and intimate feeling. Stopped in for dinner on a Monday night at around 7:15pm - got seated quickly in a comfy two person booth on the corner. Wine was great and priced affordably. Service was prompt and courteous, although slightly awkward - we were asked about dessert just as our entrees arrived and then asked again after we had 2 bites down. Both of us had steaks; the peppercorn strip was overcooked, tough and underseasoned. Filet was cooked perfectly but woefully underseasoned. The side of asparagus was cooked very poorly - wilty tops and woody stems. Not worth the up charge. I’m sure the place has its moments but it feels like charm is the leading quality here. The food wasn’t too remarkable. Especially when the total before tip was $130 for two steaks and a few glasses of wine.

I had high hopes for The Freighthouse, given its 4.6 ⭐️ reputation and the unique setting, but unfortunately my experience didn’t live up to the expectations. I ordered the 20oz Porterhouse, cooked medium-rare. While it was prepared to the correct temperature, it had absolutely no flavor. For a steakhouse of this caliber, seasoning and flavor should be the highlight, and this was deeply disappointing. I paired it with a baked potato, which honestly ended up being the best part of the meal — simple, but actually enjoyable. On the positive side, our server Kristen (or Kirsten) was excellent. She was friendly, attentive, and clearly did her best to make the evening pleasant. Service was not the issue here. The atmosphere seemed like it had potential with the historic building, but the dining room was noticeably smokey/hazy, which made it hard to relax and enjoy the meal. Overall, this visit fell short. For the price point and the reputation, I expected much better. Good service can’t make up for bland food and a less-than-comfortable dining environment.

First time here and this place was Amazing! The atmosphere is neat, our waitress Sidney was sweet, courteous, and attentive. Best of all was the food. We ordered prime rib and crab legs, man was it delicious. We lucked out due to arriving a bit later and our food portions were huge, the biggest piece of Prime Rib we've ever had. Needles to say, we had a lot of leftover meat, which fed us the following night. Money well spent and totally worth it.

Long day, and we arrived late and near closing. They were kind enough to accept us in but we nearly left when no one came to our table for the first five minutes. My wife had a great piece of salmon with a buttery dipping sauce and I ordered a small sirloin steak with steamed veggies. There was absolutely no seasoning on my food..at all. It came out hot but that’s all I appreciated about it. Pretty expensive for what I received. I very much liked the atmosphere. I enjoy history and it was neat being in the old train station.

We were seated, not busy. But took forever for the server to come to us. Kinda dark in there. Could use more lighting . I ordered blackened Salmon. Presentation of food was nice. Salmon alittle over cooked. Lacked seasoning. Kinda dry. Gnats flying around too. First time here from out of town. Not pleased with service. Food not horrible. Food Was nice and hot which was good. Overall a 3 out of 5.

It was really fun and exciting and learned a lot about history! I get the king crab everytime and it's great every time.

We stopped in for an early dinner, 5:00 pm last Saturday. We were told the wait would be about 20-30 minutes... it ended up being about 15. We ordered Gator Fingers as an appetizer, they were great. We ordered the Alligator Gran Chenier, Seafood Jumbalaya, and two Chicken Gumbos. The buttered garlic bread was great. All of the food was great and genuinely spicy (a good thing). The lady who waited on our table was very friendly and service minded.

This place is AWESOME!! Visited on 6.28.2025 and was served by Emma. Her recommendation on the Armadillo Eggs was Fabulous. Returned on 6.29.2025 and was served by Katie. She was Amazing in recommending the Blackened Catfish. Highly Recommend to anyone traveling through La Crosse. Generous portions of delicious food, outstanding drinks and Fantastic service. BRAVO Emma and Katie..

Server was a train wreck! Manager was worse!!! A single portion of salad or pasta is big enough for a family of four, making this the number one restaurant of waist in all of my reviews.... The way they handed my concerns regarding the food waist was almost as bad as the amount of food I saw being thrown away. Shame on the owners ! The photos are what's left after we were completely stuffed from eating. The food is great, just split whatever you're having and plan on leftovers.

Great food, excellent atmosphere. Our server Chelsea made some great suggestions on local beers. Try the armadillo eggs as a starter and follow up with a salad and burger. Don’t miss the side of onion rings. We will definitely be back.

We were told that we had to try Buzzard Billy's Armadillo Eggs in La Crosse, so we found the restaurant during our Wisconsin Road Trip and ordered some up. Not my usual style of food, but I liked them! The outside of the "egg" (a little smaller than a baseball) was covered in crisp, slightly spicy bacon and there were jalapeño slices inside the chicken center as well, but overall, the armadillo eggs were pleasantly spicy and not too hot. After a couple of those, however, a house salad and a Spotted Cow were absolutely all I needed as a meal! I really like their homemade ranch dressing -- great on the "eggs" as well as on the salad. We had a fun night, and Chelsie was friendly and helpful.

I ordered the beans and rice with sausage and chicken. It was very good. Nice locations. Would definitely come back if I found myself back in La Cross

Very cool spot. Filled with personality. Good drinks, good selection of local brews, and fantastic food. Worth the visit, and I know I'll be going back.