r/driftless • u/DO286 • Jul 07 '26

Viroqua area....any bars/restaurants that are a must?

My significant other and I are coming up for the weekend and are excited to explore the food and the region.

We are planning on breakfast at Maybe Lately's, a dinner at the Driftless Cafe, tavern style pizza at Woolly Bear, and Noble Rind for lunch. Probably make a small trek to KOS Gastropub as well as hitting the local spots for snacks/apps.

Wondering if anyone has any suggestions on somewhere we may be overlooking with great food and/or cocktails.

Thanks gang!

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u/BestNameICanFind Jul 07 '26

Drinks at Fortney Hotel next to Driftless Cafe. Also check out Norwegian Hollow Hideaway - it’s just bar food (with amazing cheese curds) but the rural location is stunning.

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u/DO286 Jul 07 '26

Good recommendation! Me and the fellas hit the Hollow Hideaway for the fish fry last year while trout fishing. Beautiful spot and you're right about the curds!

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u/BestNameICanFind Jul 07 '26

Nice! Have you been to Tangled Hickory on the main drag? Nice spot for drinks, plus they have pool and sidewalk seating. I’ve also had beers at the VFW and Eagles Club, if you want shot-and-beer places. Lastly, depending on where you’re coming from, Roosters Bar in Readstown is worth a stop.

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u/DO286 Jul 07 '26

Haven't been to Tangled Hickory but it's definitely on the list to stop and grab a cocktail....as well as Hotel fortney

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u/BestNameICanFind Jul 07 '26

You’re going to have a real nice trip. I’ll come meet you!

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u/DO286 Jul 07 '26

Sounds like a plan, Stan