Our Neighbors Upstairs: Visit the Starlite Lounge!
Do you wish to visit a simpler time? Looking for a chance to relax and listen to some old-fashioned jazz? Check out the Starlite Lounge, a 50’s style lounge right above us! Happy hour is from 4-7 PM, and on weekends they feature live music. Check out their website!
Are you a college student with finals coming up? A parent who is still searching for holiday gifts? Maybe your just bored of the same old, same old. No matter what your reason for stress is, we have a hot list for you today. And because we at Buzzard Billy’s know that everyone is busy this time of year, we made this list entirely appetizers. Stop by, snack with your friends, and get back to studying, shopping, or whatever is occupying you in a hurry. These spicy treats will light the fire in you that you need to keep going.
1. Armadillo Eggs- Okay, so they aren’t actual armadillo eggs. Armadillo’s don’t even lay eggs. But trust me, these are a must have. These are bacon wrapped chicken strips stuffed with jalepenos and pepper jack cheese. Probably better than actual armadillo eggs would be (I mean, these have bacon.)
2. Buffalo Shrimp- Everyone really enjoys buffalo chicken wings, right? We’ve brought that southern kick to seafood now, too. Shrimp breaded in spicy seasoned flour (made with Frank’s Original Redhot Sauce). Served with ranch, for those who need it cooled down a bit.
3. Pepperjack Cheese Bites- Similar to Wisconsin deep fried cheese curds, only with jalepeno pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar. Simple, spicy, and an absolute delight.
4. Cajun Popcorn- This isn’t actually popcorn. These are deep-fried crawdad tails, served with New Orleans remoulade. Don’t know what remoulade is? Imagine tartar sauce, but spicy. Definitely worth a try…or two…or three.
5. Oysters Chipotle- fresh fried oysters on chips with house special chipotle and pico de gallo on top. A must for seafood lovers and those into spicy dishes.
These are just some of the delicious appetizers we have to offer. Feel free to stop by and try some of the other, less spicy dishes as well. And don’t be afraid to stay for more than an appetizer too!
Every successful business needs a proper and fitting image to represent it, and Buzzard Billy’s is no exception. A logo is important because it gives customers a feeling of what their business is all about, even before they set foot inside. With this and mind, we created the logo pictured above, and were able to able to answer the questions asked when creating a logo:
What is the exact wording of your business, website, brand, tagline, etc., that should appear in the logo?
It might be a tad difficult to tell, but on the left-handed side is “Buzzard Billy’s”, and on the right, it says “Downtown La Crosse”. It seemed rather pointless to add a giant amount of text to the logo. Text is for a website or blog, a logo needs to be simple
What was the idea behind the name of our business, website, brand, etc.?
The important thing about Buzzard Billy’s is the Cajun theme it represents, as a result: Buzzards and Gators are very important to this restaurant. If you look closely, you’ll see that the Buzzard and Gator are placed in a position to show a circle in the middle of them, one revolves on the other.
What products, services, content, or qualities do we offer?
Again, this logo needed to be simple, and as a result: the three most important pieces that we felt necessary to add to the logo were the Buzzard, the Gator, and the text Downtown La Crosse.
Who is our target audience?
Our target audience is really anyone who is hungry and wants to try something adventurous. Eating Gator isn’t exactly as routine as a Hamburger or Hot Dog, and it does take a bit of variety to agree to such a thing
What words best describe the qualities of our business, website, brand, etc.?
A few words to describe Buzzard Billy’s would be: Unique, Friendly, and Adventurous.
What sort of look and feel is required in our logo?
The look and feel required for this logo was a mix of elegance and informality. While Buzzard Billy’s is a franchise with multiple restaurants in the United States, the Cajun-style that it represents undoubtedly gives you that sense of that this isn’t your average restaurant, and certainly not your fine-dining lean cuisine.
What colors best represents our business, website, personal brand, etc.?
The colors Brown (for Buzzards), and Green (for Gators), of course!
It’s almost here, that magical holiday that brings your whole family together (and no, we don’t mean Christmas). Thanksgiving is coming, the weather is changing, and we are getting ready for it all the right way here in La Crosse. And just like everyone else, Buzzard Billy’s is excited for a day of turkey (yes, we eat turkey for Thanksgiving, we don’t live off of gator) and football. Here are the 3 best things about Thanksgiving here in La Crosse:
3. The Rotary Lights
Currently under construction, La Crosse’s annual Christmas light display is quite the marvel. These beauties will be ready for the public the day after Thanksgiving.
2. The Packers Game
The only thing better than gorging yourself on tons of turkey is gorging yourself on tons of turkey and watching your favorite football team play. And while it’s not a home game (they play at Detroit) we still hope to see plenty of TJ Chedderheads (a business right across the street from us!) famous cheese heads in the stands.
1. The La Crosse Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Is your family going to be away? Can’t get away from work for the weekend and so you’re missing out on travel plans? The La Crosse Community Thanksgiving dinner is a traditional style Thanksgiving dinner held in the La Crosse center, free of charge and open to everyone. Isn’t our community great?
And while some of you may be leaving to see family elsewhere, we hope those of you staying here cash in this turkey day on the great opportunities our community offers, and give thanks for our wonderful city of La Crosse!
It may not be quite on I-94, but La Crosse DID get a special bonus exploration on this show. Plus, Buzzard Billys gets a mention at the end of the video!
With Halloween creeping just around the corner, what are your plans this Halloween? Are you planning to take your kids out Trick-or-Treating? Many of the Radio stations in the La Crosse area are hosting parties at some of the various bars on 3rd street, will you be celebrating this way? Or are you planning for just a easy, quiet night inside but want to sneak a peak at some of the costumes this year? Whatever your Halloween plans, make Buzzard Billy’s the center of your plans tomorrow night!
– For the parents taking their kids out for Halloween, come enjoy a nice meal before the Trick-or-Treating begins, especially when the 3rd street crowd probably won’t be making an appearance until well after you’ve left to grab Candy for your little ghouls and goblins.
– For those planning to party downtown, you certainly aren’t planning on partying on an empty stomach and calling off the festivities early, are you? If not, make a stop and get your fill with some of the hearty platters that we have to offer! While you’re there, get the party started early with some of our amazing drink specials!
– For those planning a overall quiet night but are intrigued to see the effort that everyone has put into their costumes this year, Buzzard Billy’s is in the heart of the 3rd street activities, it always has been! So enjoy a nice meal in Downtown La Crosse, and grab a window seat if you can in order to take a peak outside at all the guys and gals in their crazy costumes this year!
Buzzard Billy’s – a La Crosse, Wisconsin restaurant serving the best of authentic New Orleans and American cuisine.
Winter is coming, which means only one thing: It’s going to get cold, ESPECIALLY here in Wisconsin! Lately, La Crosse has usually seen the frost and felt the chilling breeze that winter has had to offer, but never sees the winter snow until the later months of winter. Regardless, the winter will keep your time outside to a very limited amount, and in many cases: You’ll hope to warm up as quickly as possible once you’re out of the cold! Here are 5 different menu possibilities that can keep you warm during your stay in Downtown La Crosse…
#5: Seafood Gumbo
What would a cajun-style restaurant be without Gumbo? Try this magnificent blend of gulf shrimp, crawfish tails, and andouille sausage, in a highly seasoned roux-based broth served over rice. One of Buzzard Billy’s many signature meals that should accompany any meal! Grab a cup for 3.99, or a Bowl for 5.99!
#4: Pepper Jack Cheese Bites
This list wouldn’t be complete, especially not in Wisconsin, without a cheese-themed delight, and there’s no better choice of cheese than Pepper Jack to warm you up this winter! This appetizer has small cubes of Jalapeno Pepper Jack cheese hand breaded and deep fried to a golden brown and served with Ranch dressing for just 7.49!
#3: Cajun Nachos
Freezing, but not famished, just looking for something to nibble on? Try these Tortilla chips topped with Buzzard Billy’s own red beans, Monterey Jack cheese sauce, mild banana peppers, fresh pico de gallo, and sour cream, served with Salsa on the side. A generous plate for you or a couple friends to warm yourself back up for only 7.99!
#2: Buffalo Shrimp
What better way to battle the freezing cold than with Hot Sauce? How about Frank’s RedHot? You can these coated on Buzzard Billy’s premium butterflied shrimp and dusted in a spicy seasoned flour, then fried to a golden brown and served with Ranch dressing, for those who might warm up a little TOO much after a bite from one of these bad boys priced at 7.99!
#1: Wings
Freshness comes first at Buzzard Billy’s, and size is a close second! The choice is yours when it comes to preference, choose between regular or boneless wings and from the following sauces, all priced at 8.99, depending on what sauce you think will do the trick to battle the freezing cold outside this winter:
Mean Green Buzzard Sauce – Our secret jalapeno lime sauce with one of kind flavor.
Sweet Chili Sauce – Sweet and sour with a kick!
Buffalo – A nod to our neighbors from New York, this is the original!
Golden BBQ – A Carolina mustard-based favorite.
Buffalo Ranch – Two favorites combined into one great tasting sauce!
Thai Peanut – Nutty, spicy, good!
Just 5 out of the many various choices that you can order off the Buzzard Billy’s menu this winter to keep you warm, and all choices that won’t hurt your wallet either, all under 10 dollars! Whatever your preference, brave the Wisconsin Winter and join us for our warm food and warmer hospitality!
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Want to learn a bit more about Buzzard Billy’s? Maybe you’re curious about the area and other things you can do after enjoying a delicious southern-style meal? This graphic talks a bit about our history and other attractions nearby. So come enjoy some great food at Buzzard Billy’s and explore other local treasures in La Crosse!
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Welcome to Buzzard Billy’s blog! We are a local Cajun restaurant nestled in beautiful downtown La Crosse. We serve up the most delicious authentic Cajun food in the area, from our shrimp creole to our fried alligator, all in a fun, family friendly setting. On this blog, we plan to keep everyone in the loop about our current and upcoming specials, events, and everything one would want to know about our restaurant! For more info, you can follow us on Twitter, @BuzzBillysLAX and check out our website, http://www.buzzardbillys.com/la-crosse/. More to come soon!
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