Buzzard Billy's
A Cajun restaurant and landmark on Pearl Street in downtown La Crosse, serving alligator strips, seafood okra gumbo, and jambalaya.
Located at 222 Pearl Street downtown, it's what local media call a downtown landmark, known for its Cajun flavors. Popular dishes include alligator strips, the Cajun Platter (alligator, pepper jack cheese, fried cornballs, chicken wings, and fried crawfish tails), seafood okra gumbo, and Alligator Grand Chenier. The walls are covered with old signs, and the tabletops are set with vintage sports cards. Expect a wait on most evenings, and a gluten-free menu is available. About US$20–30 per person.
Opening hours
Daily, lunch through dinner (check with the restaurant)
Nearby sights
- Downtown La Crosse & Pearl Street
- Pump House Regional Arts Center
- Riverside Park
- Riverside Museum
- La Crosse Queen
- Hixon House
- World's Largest Six-Pack
- Mary of the Angels Chapel