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The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern, La Crosse, WI

The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern

4.9
4.9
1235 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
We are currently open for dine-in, take-out, and curbside delivery.
The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern has been changing the dining experience in La Crosse since 2006. By offering supreme product and hospitality, we have become a favorite of locals and a travel destination all in the same. Our menus highlight seasonal American cuisine that includes certified angus beef and fresh day-boat seafood. With a focus on the freshest foods of each season, our culinary team allows the ingredients to speak for themselves. Every detail is appreciated in everything we do – enjoy the results of hard work and high standards. Our current menus can be found by visiting www.thewaterfrontlacrosse.com
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (608) 782-5400
  • Website
    http://www.thewaterfrontlacrosse.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jordan Freit
  • Catering
    Four unique dining spaces plus outdoor patios offer an elegant backdrop for any event from a private business presentation over lunch, a bustling conference with 300 guests, a wedding, or a relaxing cocktail reception. Your guests will feel at ease with every need artfully met.
  • Private party facilities
    The Cargill RoomThe largest of our event spaces, The Cargill Room is a grand, light-filled ballroom with panoramic views of the river and park. The subtle elegance of the Cargill Room makes it a stunning venue for wedding receptions, conferences and banquets. Dedicated amenities include two private bars, coatrooms, powder rooms, Wi-Fi, customized lighting and projection systems. The Banquet RoomDesigned as a stylish, comfortable venue for 24 to 100 guests, The Banquet Room showcases breathtaking views of the Mississippi River and Riverside Park. Amenities include a private bar, coatroom, powder rooms, private parking lot and complimentary presentation technology.The Private Dining RoomA secluded dining or meeting space for a small group, The Private Dining Room looks out over a spectacular river scene. Adjacent to the restaurant and tavern, it seats up to 16 guests.
  • Location
    328 Front St South, La Crosse, WI 54601
  • Neighborhood
    La Crosse
  • Cross street
    Jay Street
  • Parking details
    There is a private parking lot located between the restaurant building and Riverside Park that is free of charge to all Waterfront guests. There are also reserved spots on the first floor in the parking ramp located on the corner of Front Street and Jay Street that are free to restaurant guests.
  • Entertainment
    Local and regional musicians fill the tavern with classic and contemporary music. In the warm season, enjoy our casual entertainment on the patio!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 1,235 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Best Ambiance

  • Wisconsin

    Great for scenic views

  • Wisconsin

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern offers a stunning riverside setting with "fantastic food, wonder atmosphere" and exceptional service. Known for its "beautiful view of the Mississippi River" and "impeccable service," it's the perfect venue for celebrations and casual dining alike. Guests rave about the ambiance and expertly prepared dishes.

1,235 Reviews

  1. Chris

    Milwaukee

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife had the 6oz filet. It lacked flavor and maybe was a little past medium. Lots of grease or oil (my wife asked for steamed vegetables) on the green beans, broccolini and finger potatoes caused my to have many trips to the ladies room shortly after leaving the restaurant. I had the 14oz ribeye. It was cooked perfectly to medium rare. With it I had the baby reds with chives and same vegetable as my wife. My veggies were also very greasy. My wife’s house salad was very good. I loved my pear and gorgonzola salad. My wife has a very restrictive diet and they did the best to accommodate. But we won’t return with the issues my wife had she will never want to go back. Most people can eat at this fine restaurant, just not us.

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    VIP

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner and location. Recommend the scallops and the filet.

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  3. Laure

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated my husband’s birthday and had a wonderful time. Drinks were tasty and they even offered him a complimentary dessert. He don’t have enough room for dessert but it looked delicious!

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  4. Tim

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our 2nd dinner experience at the Waterfront. First of all their staff was friendly and welcoming. Our waitress was very good at when to bring the various courses of our dinner to the table. We would rate them in the top 5 of the restaurant staffs we encountered since the start of our retirement 7 years ago. My wife had a filet & I had scallops, both prepared to our liking. The crab cake and the upgrade salads were fresh and tasty. All in all we would recommend the Waterfront for dinner and intend to return as soon as we can.

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  5. Kevin

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Looking forward to our next visit! Excellent food, service and value!

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  6. Raymond

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect and the service was excellent.

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  7. Karen

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was very attentive and personable. Food had great eye appeal and wonderfully flavorful. Great dining experience.

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  8. NANCY

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, and atmosphere. It was a lovely dining experience. We would definitely go back.

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  9. Marl

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome! Perfectly nailed the best kind of upscale dining experience!

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  10. Daren

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In my opinion, this is the best restaurant in La Crosse. They really do a wonderful job with seafood for our location in the Midwest. All seafood certified sea to table in <24 hrs so everything is fresh and delicious

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FAQs

The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (608) 782-5400.

The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern is rated 4.9 stars by 1235 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern

328 Front St South, La Crosse, WI 54601

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Jay Street
  • Neighborhood
    La Crosse
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a private parking lot located between the restaurant building and Riverside Park that is free of charge to all Waterfront guests. There are also reserved spots on the first floor in the parking ramp located on the corner of Front Street and Jay Street that are free to restaurant guests.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jordan Freit
  • Entertainment
    Local and regional musicians fill the tavern with classic and contemporary music. In the warm season, enjoy our casual entertainment on the patio!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.thewaterfrontlacrosse.com/
  • Phone number
    (608) 782-5400
  • Catering
    Four unique dining spaces plus outdoor patios offer an elegant backdrop for any event from a private business presentation over lunch, a bustling conference with 300 guests, a wedding, or a relaxing cocktail reception. Your guests will feel at ease with every need artfully met.
  • Private party facilities
    The Cargill RoomThe largest of our event spaces, The Cargill Room is a grand, light-filled ballroom with panoramic views of the river and park. The subtle elegance of the Cargill Room makes it a stunning venue for wedding receptions, conferences and banquets. Dedicated amenities include two private bars, coatrooms, powder rooms, Wi-Fi, customized lighting and projection systems. The Banquet RoomDesigned as a stylish, comfortable venue for 24 to 100 guests, The Banquet Room showcases breathtaking views of the Mississippi River and Riverside Park. Amenities include a private bar, coatroom, powder rooms, private parking lot and complimentary presentation technology.The Private Dining RoomA secluded dining or meeting space for a small group, The Private Dining Room looks out over a spectacular river scene. Adjacent to the restaurant and tavern, it seats up to 16 guests.
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