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Kate's on State

1810 State St, La Crosse, WI 54601-3757
608-784-3354
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Ranked #15 of 83 restaurants in La Crosse
Cuisines: Italian
Dining options: Reservations
Most recent review
- 15 May 2013
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Dining options: Reservations
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La Crosse
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

We visited Kates on 5/11/13. We had heard good reviews and decided to give it a try. It was so cold in there we (and others around us) never took our coats off. The service was very slow. We had one drink, and an entree - it took an hour & 40 minutes before we managed to get out of... More

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Madison, Wisconsin, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Who would have thought you could get amazing Italian food in LaCrosse, WI?!? On a recent business trip, I had to take two of town colleagues somewhere in LaCrosse for dinner. Coming from the coasts, I was a bit nervous about finding a place with good food in a smaller Midwestern town. Kate's was exactly what we were looking for.... More

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Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
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11 reviews 11 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

Overpriced, slow service. Staff were indifferent. Food is OK but we were very disappointed. We will not go back, ever. I really can't believe it was recommended to us.

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Onalaska, Wisconsin, United States
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10 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

For those older posts please make note that Kate's on State moved in 2013 to a new location. The food is very good at Kate's and the menu does change on occasion. The prices are on the higher side for La Crosse but far from unreasonable given the quality of the food. My wife and I were there for a... More

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West Salem, Wisconsin
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

This was my first experience at their new location - have always loved their food, and still do. My problem with this location was the terrible seating!! We had a reservation, yet they seated us right next to the door. It was freezing out and I never took my coat off throughout the meal because I was freezing. I asked... More

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La Crosse, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2012

We went to Kate's on State for a romantic evening out. The place is small and intimate with eclectic decor. Check out the restrooms for a decorator with a sense of whimsy. The service was outstanding but not intrusive. The salad, included in the price, held many interesting gems of ingredients with a nice selection of dressings. The whole wheat... More

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La Crosse, Wisconsin
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24 reviews 24 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2012

Just went to the newest location in downtown La Crosse. It was outstanding - the building interior has been updated to retain the old atomsphere but with new conveniences. Best soup and sandwiches I've had lately - fare prices, great service...beautiful interior. We'll get back soon!

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La Crescent, Minnesota
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

I've never been disappointed with Kate's. The menu is somewhat limited but just know that you will get the best food in the area. So go with anticipation and your palate will be tickled by whatever you choose.

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La Crosse, Wisconsin
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 December 2012

Love the new location. I ordered the angry seafood because the waiter said it was the spiciest selection on the menu. It wasn't the least bit spicey.

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La Crosse, Wisconsin
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108 reviews 108 reviews
83 restaurant reviews
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2012

but they are still called kate on state, go figure, they do have good food, now just more variety since combining their two restaurants (crunch)

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