Game Day Grub: 6 Places to Catch the Game

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November 19, 2025

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Game day and great food go hand-in-hand. Whether you’re a local looking for a new game day hangout or a visitor trying to catch your favorite team on the big screen and a quick bite to eat, we’ve got 6 perfect places to cheer on your team.

Best Places to Catch the Game

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Features Sports Bar & Grill

Features’ atmosphere provides everything from a quiet night out in the dining room, to a true sports bar experience. They are recognized as having one of the area’s largest HD screens. With the surround sound and the size, you’re not just watching the game, you’re becoming part of it.

Game Day Grub: 6 Places to Catch the Game

Hunter’s Last Chance

Looking for your next game-day hangout? Hunter’s Last Chance has the full bar, great food, and laid-back atmosphere sports fans love. Grab a seat, grab a beer, and cheer on your favorite team!

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Howie’s

A historic La Crosse landmark for decades, Howie’s has been a gathering place for friends and families alike. The restaurant has a menu full of gourmet burgers, signature sandwiches and wood-fired crust pizza. The bar offers tap beers, martinis, and specialty drinks. With TVs located at every angle, it’s definitely the place to watch your team “get the W.”

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Schmidty’s

A local favorite, Schmidty’s is a casual restaurant with quality food & spirits at a great value. Delicious appetizers, salads, sandwiches and burgers fill the lunch menu perfect for the big afternoon game.

Game Day Grub: 6 Places to Catch the Game

Coulee Golf Bowl

Located in Onalaska, Coulee Golf Bowl is a friendly local Sports Bar and Grill that offers great food and drink specials. The newly remodeled Sports Bar and Grill offers 13 large televisions for your viewing pleasure, offering every NFL game and the Big 10 Network.

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Sloopy’s Alma Mater

When an establishment is known for their “Big Ten” burgers, you know they are a game day favorite! They also offer a great choice of sandwiches, wraps, handmade pizza, wings and more along with 24 taps of ever-changing beers.

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The Sports Hub Bar and Grill

At the Sports Hub Bar and Grill, it is guaranteed you will have an amazing experience. This is the prefect laid-back spot to catch the game, grab a bite, and relax with friends. Good drinks, good energy, and all your favorite sports on deck. Give them a try your next game day… you won’t regret it!

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Alpine Inn

Perched on Grandad Bluff, the Alpine Inn serves up great views, famous Bloody Marys, and a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Enjoy burgers, daily specials, cold drinks on the deck, and summer volleyball action at the gazebo bar. Enjoy the scenery as you cheer on your favorite team! pc: @papswitdahaps

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