About The Root Note
Welcome to The Root Note, where La Crosse's community gathers for thoughtfully crafted coffee and freshly made food that celebrates quality over excess. With nearly 780 glowing reviews, this independent gem stands out for its genuine care—from perfectly prepared beverages to dishes like their beloved mushroom and onion biscuit sandwich, made with ingredients that taste as good as they feel. Experience the kind of hospitality and authenticity that only a locally-loved, independently-run café can offer.
What People Are Saying
from Google"I had the mushroom and onion biscuit sandwich and it was very good. I would get that again without hesitation. The cappuccino was good as well. It was busy and a bit loud, but worth the stop for sure."
"This place had great food with fresh ingredients. Portions are not huge just enough but tasty. We would come back!"
"Stopped by today with our 2 kids! Daughter was on the hunt for a perfect chai! Beautiful lattes and delightful grilled cheese and black bean chili! Crepes are also bomb! Happy we stopped and friendly staff! They need a bit more signage as we walked by twice but it is there on the door and worth the stop!"
"Corey and Jared run a fantastic cafe! From the lovely decor (I love the plants at the front and as a divisor of the space) to the super tasty Gibraltar (i.e. cortado) along with the beautiful latte art, this place is a hidden gem. The coffee selection here is also veryich on point! The only thing I regret is to not have bought a bag of the Colombian coffee that they were serving that day. I'll definitely come back whenever coming by!"
"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."
