The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern

04/16/2026

After 20 incredible years, the doors have closed… but the story doesn’t have to end here. We’ve partnered with Grafe Auction to offer our restaurant’s furnishings, décor, and equipment to the public, everything from the spaces you loved most.

Bar, dining room & patio furniture
Sister Bay outdoor sets
Premium restaurant equipment (including a Hobart slicer)
Smallwares, décor, office items & more

Whether you're opening a space of your own, upgrading, or just want a piece of Waterfront history, there’s something here for you.

Auction is OPEN NOW
Bidding begins closing April 28 at 9:00 AM

View the auction & start bidding here:
https://www.grafeauction.com/event/the-waterfront-restaurant-and-tavern

Pickup in La Crosse (see auction listing for full details)

Thank you for 20 unforgettable years. We’d love to see these pieces live on in your homes, businesses, and memories.

https://www.grafeauction.com/event/the-waterfront-restaurant-and-tavern

Welcome to the complete liquidation auction of The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern. Whether you are launching a new culinary venture or upgrading your current kitchen, this event provides the premium equipment required to streamline your daily operations. Because we are selling the entire inventory...

03/02/2026

A Final Toast 🥂

As we enter our final two weeks of service, we invite you to help us celebrate the memories, milestones, and meals we’ve shared together.

Beginning now and continuing through our final night, all bottled wine is 50% off.

This is the perfect time to enjoy that special bottle you’ve had your eye on, whether it’s a bold Napa Cabernet, a bubbly champagne, or a cherished favorite you’ve celebrated with before.

Join us for one last toast. We would be honored to serve you.

Reservations recommended. ✨

01/29/2026

After nearly 20 years, it’s time to close the doors. Our last date of service will be March 14th.

This restaurant was built on the obsession of hospitality, and it only worked because a lot of people showed up and did the hard work. Our staff – past and present – gave this restaurant its soul. We are endlessly proud of the work that happened here and deeply grateful to the staff who made it matter. There are so many of you.

To our regulars, neighbors, and community: thank you filing the seats, spreading the word, forgiving the off nights, and celebrating the good ones. Restaurants don’t last this long without people who want them to. It’s been an honor serving you.

This industry isn’t for the faint of heart. Those who are in it know this all too well. It’s beautiful, brutal, exhausting, exhilarating – and it asks everything of you. After a long run, stepping away is not easy, but it feels honest.

We’re closing without regret, and proud of what we’ve contributed to the La Crosse area. While this ends the chapter on our hospitality businesses within The Weber Group, we look forward to serving this community in other ways.

Thank you for it all. Cheers,

The Waterfront family

12/26/2025

A thoughtfully crafted collaboration.
Allow us to introduce you to the OH OH Espresso Martini.

Featuring OH OH Coffee’s “Hey Victor” cold brew concentrate, crafted by our neighbors across the way — a blend of Ethiopian and Colombian coffees that’s bold, smooth, and perfectly balanced.
Our bartenders use this energetic blend to shake up the silky-smooth cocktail! Something that’s a little serious, a little playful, and quietly indulgent.

Shaken and served at The Waterfront.

11/10/2025

The pour that says it all. Our Sumac Crusted Black Cod with an Aromatic Citrus Brodo — a beautiful balance of bright and earthy, and part of our new fall menu!

11/05/2025

Our chefs have crafted a new seasonal menu! 🤌🏼

Inspired by the heart of fall ♥️ filled with rich warm flavors, fresh ingredients, and a touch of comfort that celebrate the season. 🍂

Come taste what’s new! 🍽️

10/23/2025

When the review says it all ✨

10/15/2025

Thank You for a Wonderful 2025 Patio Season!

After an incredible summer along the banks of the Mississippi, our patio season is coming to a close. Our last day of patio service will be this Saturday, October 18th.

Join us one last time to take in the river views, enjoy your favorite dishes, and make a few more memories at The Waterfront before we head indoors for the cozy season ahead. ✨

10/06/2025

A guest’s perspective on finding balance — and flavor — at The Waterfront. 🤌🏼

10/06/2025

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