Culina Mariana Café

5250 Justin Rd, La Crosse, WI 54601, United States
+1 877-799-4059
$$$ Cafe
(21 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Nestled just moments away from the serene Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine, Culina Mariana Café is a charming haven for those seeking a delightful culinary experience. Located at 5250 Justin Rd, La Crosse, WI 54601, this café effortlessly combines comfort and flavor, embodying a warm and inviting atmosphere that beckons both locals and visitors.

The café's menu caters to a variety of palates, boasting a selection of delicious treats perfect for any time of day. Start your morning off right with a Flan Diego, a delectable twist on a traditional favorite, or indulge in their hot or iced lattes, complete with an array of syrup options to customize your drink. For those with a sweet tooth, the rotating flavors of muffins, cookies like the beloved chocolate chip, and freshly made scones are sure to entice and satisfy.

A visit to Culina Mariana Café is not just about the food; it's an experience. The café offers a cozy ambiance filled with friendly chatter and the enticing aroma of freshly brewed coffee. Reviewers like Edward Benedict have labeled it a “little gem,” where delightful dishes like the piazza panini and comforting options offered during their popular Sunday brunch—think scrambled eggs, bacon, and roasted pork or chicken—create a homey feel that patrons adore. Many guests are particularly impressed with the attentive service, as highlighted by R P’s appreciation for kindness even beyond closing hours.

For a satisfying sweet ending, don't forget to pair your meal with a slice of their scrumptious cake, perfectly complemented by a strong cup of coffee. Emma recalls enjoying good food and a beautiful location, though she noted the menu could occasionally be limited. Nonetheless, the ever-evolving selection—including tantalizing treats often found in their case—ensures there’s always something new to tempt your taste buds.

Culina Mariana Café invites everyone, whether you're on a pilgrimage or simply exploring the area, to take a moment to unwind and rejuvenate over delightful food and friendly faces. This café is a perfect stop to create lasting memories, tantalize your senses, and indulge in delicious comfort food that will leave you craving more.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
21 Reviews
Edward Benedict

02 Oct 2025

Our pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine concluded with lunch at Culina Mariana Cafe at the door of the hill! It was an amazing experience. The piazza panini was delightfully delicious! The service was friendly and professional. I would recommend this lil gem of a cafe, if your pilgrimaging to this shrine or simply visiting.

Peach Twentyfifth

21 Aug 2025

The Sunday Brunch offers breakfast items such as scrambled eggs, bacon and sausages. A little salad bar and for lunch there's available roasted pork and chicken. Both are great options to have with steamed veggies or smashed potatoes. Nice comfort food. For dessert they have good coffee and cakes.

R P

06 Aug 2025

They were so kind in getting me a coffee even after they had closed. Thank you!

Anthony Shay

29 Jul 2025

Awesome food and atmosphere! I highly recommend visiting-plan to check out the entire shrine experience!

Emma

29 Jun 2025

Good food and beautiful location. Prices are always reasonable. Last time we went the menu was very limited which was somewhat disappointing. Otherwise it’s a pleasant spot for a meal and they sometimes have yummy treats in the case!

Christina Barnett

16 Jun 2025

Beautiful atmosphere with delicious and fairly priced food! I’d expected more of cafeteria style and quality. Boy was I wrong! I ate here twice during my weeklong visit, because I was so impressed. The food was quality and thoughtfully prepared. The service was cheerful and polite. I’ll definitely be back the next time I’m in town.

Alma Boland

16 Jun 2025

The Sunday brunch is amazing, there's usually two meats along with awesome cheesey mashed potatoes, or roasted potatoes, steamed veggies, also breakfast foods, wonderful omelette station, and oh so yummy desserts. The weekly menu offers great sandwiches and soups amognst other tasty side dishes. Awesome chef and waitstaf. Whenever I eat here, I feel as if I was at a cafe in I talk or somewhere in Europe.

Lisa Guest

14 Jun 2025

An adorable cafe. Delicious and reasonably priced food and very friendly service. Thank you for being so welcoming to our family!

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