The Root Note - Cafe in La Crosse - 115 4th St S, USA

Best coffee we’ve had nearly anywhere in the US. Amazingly lovely staff that took time to talk about the roasters for their guest coffees and what to look for in each of the cupping’s. The breakfast sandwich was out of this world, we have literally dreamed about it and cannot wait to get back! Bought coffee from each of their guest roaster and it was just as amazing at home! This team has a passion for coffee and service and it was a joy to meet them.

Excellent espresso options, ask the friendly and knowledgeable baristas about the flavor notes. Awesome breakfast options! Cool vibe , wooden floors, brick walls natural light. Small stage for live music with bar options for the evenings.

This was my favorite find in Lacrosse. The food was delicious, and they’re hitting the details just right. Had a great tomato basil soup and amazing herbed grilled cheese. Not only did the sandwich have a great balance of creamy/cheesy, the person who made it let enough cheese hit the griddle to get that awesome crust. The “Definition” latte with a house made citrus spice syrup was flavorful without being overly sweet. Not only do they have a few Na cocktails on offer, several of the “signature drinks” on the coffee/tea menu are essentially mocktails that have the same level of thoughtfulness and flavor as a quality craft cocktail. They also have a good selection of alcohol incl some great amaros. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, without coming across as pretentious. After I found it it was tempting to have every meal here. Def will be back next time I’m in town!

A trendy cafe in downtown La Crosse, this place exudes hip vibes. While the breakfast portions may be on the smaller side, their delightful taste makes up for it. Moreover, this cafe offers a wide range of coffee drinks and an impressive selection of craft beers, ensuring there's something for everyone's taste.

The location is great right off the river near the park. The food is decent and prepared quickly. I'm not a fan of self-serve. The roasted bean juice is the best part. Not a big fan of the interior change, the past setup had a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Though I like the hosted local art.

I think it's a great spot. My wife on the other hand liked it better before the remodel. We didn't eat anything so no stars there, but we did see a band and I thought it was fine but was told by someone who knows a lot about music that the acoustics could be better. Whatever, it's a fairly inexpensive place to hang out, have a drink and see some bands.

The food and drinks were spot on, would definitely be a regular if I lived in the area. Syrup was house made, and there were gluten-free and vegan options available. The staff was gracious and helpful with questions and recommendations (they even switched the esspeso in a drink, so the flavor profile would match my meal better!) The espresso and tonics were light and refreshing; I wish more shops offered this as an option.

This is only real coffee shop in La Crosse, no questions asked. Their beans are medium roast, the follow the italian recipe for coffee and have real cups when you are drinking at the place instead of paper cups. The coffee is delicious and done right.