Day Trips from La Crosse
Food scene
This is located off the River Road/Hwy 35 just across the river from Wabasha, MN. (North of La Crosse) A wonderful lunch stop or just go for their amazing ice cream and check-out their cheese shop. There is some outdoor seating.
25 locals recommend
Nelson Cheese Factory
S237 WI-35This is located off the River Road/Hwy 35 just across the river from Wabasha, MN. (North of La Crosse) A wonderful lunch stop or just go for their amazing ice cream and check-out their cheese shop. There is some outdoor seating.
This restaurant is 30 minutes north of La Crosse. They are know for their walnut burgers and for using locally sourced ingredients. It is one of our favorite restaurants that we often enjoy after a visit to Perot State Park, which is just down the road. They also have a large outdoor area where they host summer concerts (none so far in 2020).
12 locals recommend
The Historic Trempealeau Hotel, Restaurant and Saloon
11332 Main StThis restaurant is 30 minutes north of La Crosse. They are know for their walnut burgers and for using locally sourced ingredients. It is one of our favorite restaurants that we often enjoy after a visit to Perot State Park, which is just down the road. They also have a large outdoor area where they host summer concerts (none so far in 2020).
This is your classic Wisconsin supper club with Friday Fish Fry and Saturday steak night. (Only open for dinner) Outdoor dining right on the Mississippi and just down the road from Perrot State Park.
6 locals recommend
Sullivan's Supper Club
W25709 Sullivan RdThis is your classic Wisconsin supper club with Friday Fish Fry and Saturday steak night. (Only open for dinner) Outdoor dining right on the Mississippi and just down the road from Perrot State Park.
We have only been here on Mondays for their very tasty lunch of Roast Beef and mash potatoes. This is home cooked food at an amazing price. You’ll share the place with local farmers and other locals. Make sure to also indulge in their homemade desserts that line their counter. Bring cash. Also, make sure to stop in the New Albin Meat Market and purchase some smoked salmon or beef/pork jerky. It is right across the street- follow the smell of the smoker.
Harmon's High Chaparall Tavern and Restaurant
247 Ross AveWe have only been here on Mondays for their very tasty lunch of Roast Beef and mash potatoes. This is home cooked food at an amazing price. You’ll share the place with local farmers and other locals. Make sure to also indulge in their homemade desserts that line their counter. Bring cash. Also, make sure to stop in the New Albin Meat Market and purchase some smoked salmon or beef/pork jerky. It is right across the street- follow the smell of the smoker.
This Farm to Table restaurant is a located in Vernon County, home to over 200 organic farms. Located off of Hwy 14 in Viroqua- about a 40 minute drive, this is a destination to not be missed. The chef, Luke Zahm, also hosts Wisconsin Foodie, which airs on PBS. So, if you are a foodie that loves to eat locally sourced organic food, this is your place. We can’t recommend it enough. They are open for lunch and dinner.
67 locals recommend
Driftless Cafe
118 W Court StThis Farm to Table restaurant is a located in Vernon County, home to over 200 organic farms. Located off of Hwy 14 in Viroqua- about a 40 minute drive, this is a destination to not be missed. The chef, Luke Zahm, also hosts Wisconsin Foodie, which airs on PBS. So, if you are a foodie that loves to eat locally sourced organic food, this is your place. We can’t recommend it enough. They are open for lunch and dinner.
This is our lunch stop on the way to Eau Claire, WI. It is actually located in the Ashley Furniture Home Store located right off Hwy 93. They have really tasty burgers and sandwiches.
The Ashley Pub
343 Dettloff DrThis is our lunch stop on the way to Eau Claire, WI. It is actually located in the Ashley Furniture Home Store located right off Hwy 93. They have really tasty burgers and sandwiches.
This is a great coffeehouse that also serves delicious sandwiches. You order at the counter and then pick a cozy booth to relax in. Local art often lines the wall and is available for purchase. Located in Winona, MN- 30 minutes north of La Crosse.
15 locals recommend
Acoustic Cafe
77 Lafayette StThis is a great coffeehouse that also serves delicious sandwiches. You order at the counter and then pick a cozy booth to relax in. Local art often lines the wall and is available for purchase. Located in Winona, MN- 30 minutes north of La Crosse.
Located on Lake Onalaska, they have spread out tables throughout their property to accommodate for social distancing. Known for their Friday Night fish fry and a favorite of Barb and Bill, your neighbors to the South of Stone’s Throw Cottage. There is a caution on their Facebook page that if you don’t order ahead online that there could be a wait of over an hour for food. They do though offer an express drive-thru fish fry, and it is in a beautiful location, perfect to enjoy a couple drinks while waiting for food. About a 25 minute drive from Stone’s Throw Cottage
12 locals recommend
Red Pines Bar & Grill
W7305 County Rd ZLocated on Lake Onalaska, they have spread out tables throughout their property to accommodate for social distancing. Known for their Friday Night fish fry and a favorite of Barb and Bill, your neighbors to the South of Stone’s Throw Cottage. There is a caution on their Facebook page that if you don’t order ahead online that there could be a wait of over an hour for food. They do though offer an express drive-thru fish fry, and it is in a beautiful location, perfect to enjoy a couple drinks while waiting for food. About a 25 minute drive from Stone’s Throw Cottage