If you’ve ever found yourself craving a really good margarita, you’re not alone! We recently asked our Facebook followers where to find the best margaritas in the La Crosse area, and they delivered with plenty of go-to favorites. From classic lime to creative twists, this list is built on local recommendations with a few extra spots mixed in that are worth a sip. Whether you like yours on the rocks, frozen, salty, or spicy, there’s something here to add to your must-try list!
4 Sisters
Location: 100 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse
4 Sisters Wine Bar & Tapas offers a variety of margarita flavors, with favorites like the Jalapeño Margarita, Surf & Sand Margarita, Italian Margarita, and Black Raspberry Margarita. Pair your drink with a delicious entrée or order a few tapas to share with the table.
Ardie’s Flipside Pub & Grill
Location: 400 Lang Drive, La Crosse
Ardie’s Flipside Pub & Grill features $4 margaritas on Thursdays, making it an easy go-to for a casual night out. Soak up the sun and sip on the patio!
Buzzard Billy’s
Location: 222 Pearl Street, La Crosse
Buzzard Billy’s serves up margaritas on the rocks or blended, so you can enjoy them just the way you like. Go with a classic or try one of their rotating flavors like the jalapeño, fiesta, or grapefruit margarita.
Hacienda Vieja Mexican Grill & Bar
Location: 208 Holmen Drive S, Suite 105, Holmen
Hacienda Vieja has you covered whether you’re in the mood for a single margarita or a full pitcher with friends. Choose from flavors like strawberry, mango, and raspberry (or mix them for your own twist), then enjoy with fresh chips and salsa or alongside their delicious Mexican dishes.
La Crosse Distilling Co.
Location: 129 Vine Street, La Crosse
La Crosse Distilling Co. offers craft cocktails in a bright, inviting space with views of the distillery, natural light, and touches of greenery. Their drink menu rotates, but a standout is the Hodag Margarita made with Fieldnotes Vodka, Fieldnotes Light Whiskey, orange liqueur, agave, and lime juice!
Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
Location: 2505 State Road, La Crosse
Las Margaritas offers classic margarita options like lime, strawberry, and mango, along with other flavorful choices. Order yours on the rocks or blended, with a range of sizes to fit whatever you’re in the mood for.
Location: 300 3rd Street South, La Crosse
Lovechild serves up a bold Diabolita Margarita with habanero tequila, blood orange, passionfruit, ginger, and lime. You can also opt for a no-proof margarita in original, strawberry, or raspberry, and with a frequently rotating menu and specials, there is always something new to try.
Manny’s Cocina
Location: 301 Hampton Court, Onalaska
Manny’s Cocina offers a variety of margarita options when you dine in, and you can even order margaritas to go with your takeout. A popular choice is the To Go Perfecta Margarita made with gold tequila, orange liqueur, triple sec, and lime juice, served on the rocks.
Taqueria Monarca
Location: 1200 County Road PH, Onalaska
Taqueria Monarca offers a variety of margarita flavors including strawberry, raspberry, mango, cucumber, and classic lime, served frozen or on the rocks. Each can be rimmed with salt or chamoy and Tajín for an extra kick, and on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays you can enjoy 50% off margaritas!
Tequilas
Location: 515 West Ave N, La Crosse
Tequilas is a friendly and lively Mexican restaurant known for good margaritas and flavorful food, making it a popular local spot. They often feature margarita specials, so it is a great place to gather with friends and see what is on the menu.
