eat scene 2011/2012

Where to go and what to eat More than 290 restaurants listed!

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RESTAURANT LISTING TASKFORCE Katie Hoffman + Dacia Miller + Hanna Kaiser + Alissa Peterson

PHOTOGRAPHERS Andrea Paulseth + Frank H. Robnson + Leah Dunbar + Drew Kaiser + Hanna Agar

CONTRIBUTORS Kristin Frosch

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BASIC INFO Eat Scene is published by Volume One – a locally owned, locally operated, and locally focused magazine. Eat Scene is distributed to more than 300 locations in Eau Claire, Menomonie, and Chippewa Falls.

RESTAURANT INFO We did our best to include all restaurants in our area. If we missed yours or if you have a new restaurant that you’d like listed in the next issue of Eat Scene, call: (715) 552-0457 or email: [email protected].

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ON THE COVER A photograph of The Livery’s outdoor patio by Andrea Paulseth.

© 2011 Volume OneThe writing, artwork, and photography in Eat Scene remain the property of the authors, artists, & photographers. The opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of the publication or its advertisers.

REUBEN w/ SWEET POTATO FRIESObsession Chocolates, Eau Claire

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AMERICAN CASUAL 16

ASIAN 21

BAR & GRILL 24

BAVARIAN 32

BBQ 32

CAFÉ/COFFEEHOUSE 32

CAFETERIA 36

CAJUN 37

DESSERTS & TREATS 37

FAMILY STYLE 38

FAST FOOD 42

FINE DINING 43

FUSION 43

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OUTDOOR SEATING 23

SUNDAY BRUNCH 27

BREAKFAST SPOTS 27

LATE-NIGHT EATS 35

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GREEK 43

INDIAN 44

ITALIAN 44

JAPANESE 45

MEDITERRANEAN 45

MEXICAN 46

PIZZA 46

RAW FOOD 50

SANDWICHES/SUBS 50

SEAFOOD 54

STEAKHOUSE 56

SUPPER CLUB 59

WORLD 61

VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY 40

CHIPPEWA FALLS 52

MENOMONIE 55

DELIVERY 69

WATER STREET DELI DRAGANETTI’S SMILING MOOSE

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THE CHILLAXIDASICAL VIBEThe Chippewa Valley has no shortage of great cafés and coffeehouses, but few come close to the atmosphere of Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge. Many of Racy’s return patrons became regulars while at UW-Eau Claire, and it’s no secret why. The comfy mix-and-matched couches. The hip music. The late hours. And, of course, the coffee. In true lounge style, they have an aquarium and a bookshelf filled with thinking man’s board games. Maybe it’s to add relaxing and homey distractions from the glow of a laptop screen (which many patrons bring along). By no means the place to go if you have five minutes to get to work and need your double mocha frappe latte with extra-chilled soy milk foam RIGHT NOW. But if you have some time to relax or need some peace and quiet, it’ll hit the spot.

THE SIMPLER-TIME VIBEOlson’s Ice Cream Parlor is an institu-tion. Its success started as most do: with a quality product. And that success has continued over several decades, creat-ing a long-standing history and tradi-tion. As one local wrote in a review on VolumeOne.org, “Any visit to Chippewa Falls calls for a stop at Olson’s. Trip to Irvine Park? Olson’s. Visiting rela-tives? Olson’s. Dinner at Casa Mexicana or Lucy’s? Olson’s. Incarceration in jail due to a misunderstanding at Dam Bar? Bail, then Olson’s.” Their spot on the ped-estal will remain as long as the product and place remain constants, and what it becomes is a piece of comforting nostal-gia. Going there for a late summer after-noon and stepping into the retro-style diner takes you back in time. For several lucky Vallians, that place is childhood. When you’d scrounge up any change you could find, sprinted downtown to grab a cone with friends, and sat outside on the sidewalk, working furiously around the cone to savor every last drop and prevent-ing the melting goodness from dripping to the ground. And, thankfully, that rush of nostalgia is always just one scoop away …

Awesome Atmospheressome Chippewa Valley eateries with unique vibesCompiled By Trevor Kupfer

You might say you’re a regular patron at area restaurants because of their food. Maybe they have great burgers. Or their fish fry is to die for. Or they’re the only place that prepares avocado and haggis paninis just the

way you like them. That’s great. And it very well may be true. But on a subcon-scious level, there’s a whole other group of restaurants you continually frequent because of their atmosphere. A unique combination of décor, staff, clientele, seating, noise level, and all manner of aspects that dictate your personal comfort with a place. Deny it up and down, but it’s true; and what those places are can say a lot about your tastes and personality. So we asked a bunch of Chippewa Vallians, as well as searched within our heart of hearts, about what those places are and why they’re so darn special to us. And here they are …

Never sit the same way twice. Featuring “vintage” seating, eclectic art, and cute fishies, Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge in Eau Claire offers a laid-back mood with its brew.

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THE BUSTLING URBAN VIBEEvery time I eat in both Stella Blues and Zanzibar I get the distinct feeling of being amid bustling young professionals who just got out of work on a Friday in the big city. They all gather at this charming little place to have some food and some drinks before hitting the town. While they can also be great places for dates (I’ve had several at both), this feeling is still inescapable. Thinking about it now, I realize that this charming metropolitan feel comes from the noise level (lots of talking), variety of upscale options at the bar, well-dressed staff (and patrons, for that matter), low lighting, and trendy décor. Said décor includes reprints of movie posters, trendy paintings, and French ads. They feel like hip upscale hangouts, and the fact that their menus are unique to the area and bistro-esque doesn’t hurt.

THE WARM LOG CABIN VIBEThe log cabin design motif is likely the most used (and abused) of all in this part of the country. It’s easy to see why. A log cabin evokes weekend getaways with family and friends, nuzzling up to

a warm fire, a quiet and remote loca-tion, with nothing to do but hunt, fish, whittle, or record For Emma Forever Ago. No one captures this essence as well as Northwoods Brew Pub and Norske Nook. The décor is obvious: log walls, flannel curtains, moose, bears, fish, and antlers. But the real key is the smells and feel of the place, influenced by a fireplace that creates both inviting warmth and that unmistakable aroma of woodsmoke. By the time you dive into a slice of home-made apple pie, you’d swear you were on a rocking chair with a cup of hot cocoa.

THE RELAXING WINE-AND-DINE VIBEDuncan Creek, Mona Lisa’s, and Houligan’s are quite different in the par-ticulars of their décor, menus, and sur-roundings. So it’s quite surprising that the sum of those parts add up to a similar overall feel. But they do. Mona’s and Houligan’s are both rather large places and use dimmer lighting than Duncan Creek, but all three still feel like the intimate downtown dining spots you’d hope to find in any large urban setting. All three have great beverage options at the bar (taking particular pride in wines, specialty beers, and martinis). All three

are relatively quiet. All three have mostly small-table seating (both indoors as well as out). And all three double as relaxing and quiet date-night options, as well as great places for a mellow drink at the bar.

THE EVERYONE-IS-WELCOME VIBEThough many restaurants tout themselves as such, very few are really ACTUALLY honest-to-god inviting for all walks of life. And even fewer actually attract a wide range of people. But such is the case with Girolamo’s Court’n House. It’s great for people looking for a burger or fish fry. It’s great for people looking to drink beer or sing karaoke. It’s a great talking spot after a show at The Gran Little Theatre. They’ve even recently added a big box of board games and coloring books. It’s as diverse a clientele (at least in terms of age) as you’re liable to find around these parts. You’ve got college kids and long-time neighborhood residents sitting a barstool away from each other at any given moment. Credit this hangout anom-aly to the family that runs it, as they them-selves are of varied ages and interests. Their unifying factor is the same as the clientele’s: they’re as nice as they come.

The deep, rich colors, original artwork, and Mediterranean vibe is reason enough to check out Mona Lisa’s in Eau Claire. Also – sofas.

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THE ADVENTURERWhether to come off as bold or as cul-tured as Anthony Bourdain, the adven-turer seeks a little thrill in their eating experience – often looking for strange or unique ingredients that others cringe at. If you fit this mould, Eau Claire offers a few interesting places to check out. With quail, rabbit, and calamari all on the menu, The Livery (aka Cowtown Saloon) might offer the excitement you are look-ing for in a bar and grill-style eatery that combines historical urban with mod-ern hip. Shanghai Bistro likewise adds some flare to their menu with meats like octopi, mussels, and duck, plus all kinds of sushi and seaweed dishes. A safer, though likewise multicultural, option is The Water Street Deli & Grocery for its Mediterranean cuisine.

THE SCAREDY-CATWe all know them. And maybe you’re one yourself. And that’s OK. A scaredy-cat doesn’t want to take risks in their meal choices. When they go out, they want to know they’re going to enjoy it. It’s like a phobia that means ordering only chicken tenders at every eatery, or else only going to certain restaurants “you can trust.” For places that won’t scare your taste buds, we suggest perennial Italian favor-ites such as Olive Garden, Mancino’s, or Cicione’s. Always safe bets, these places have standard Italian fare and always a few slightly interesting options if you’re not as safe as your guest. The same goes for Asian buffets like Jade Garden and Great Wall. If things get really desperate, there’s always pizza.

Taking Out Stereotypesa guide of where to take friends or family from out of townCompiled By Kristin Frosch

You know the scenario. Some friends or family are coming in from out of town. You’re planning to go out for a bite to eat. Being that they’re not from around here, they look to you for suggestions. On the fly, you have to take what you’ve gathered of those people’s collective tastes and think of a place that fits their stereo-

typical needs. We won’t bother to detail how difficult a process this is. You know already. But what we have done is attempt to alleviate these difficult times by breaking down the different eating stereotypes and suggesting some places to take them. So the next time you encounter this situation, peruse our list, find your stereotype, and make the best decision when dining out!

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THE SHARERNot to be mistaken for places that give you huge portions (something many area bar and grills do a great job of), this category instead speaks to the kind of company that can never make up their mind about what dish to order. “They all sound so good!,” they say. So if you’ve got someone who you know likes to try a little of theirs, a little of yours, and maybe even the table next door, we suggest Mona Lisa’s, Zanzibar, and Sweetwaters. All three have great entrée menus, but in this case you may want to look at their rotating appetizers (Mona’s), shared beginnings (Sweetwaters), and tapas (Zanzibar). Your guest will thank you as they wildly throw their hands all over the plate in front of you.

THE SENSUALISTThe Sensualist prefers to experience the aroma and taste of the food as well as the atmosphere in which they are dining, which should be just as impor-tant to you in this case because these people often take their time when eat-ing a meal. Basically, they’re the kind of person who will open a bottle of wine, let it breathe, visually inspect it upon pouring, swirl it in their mouth, and then talk at length about its tannins. They may or may not be a snob. With a charming and intimate atmosphere as well as a well-crafted menu, we suggest Duncan Creek Winebar. On another end of the spectrum, with decadent hand-crafted sweets, Obsession Chocolates is likewise is fine choice. Other excellent sugges-tions include Draganetti’s (great Italian fare and wines) and Houligan’s (steak, seafood, and a great bar).

SPICE LOVERIt doesn’t get any more cut-and-dry than a spice lover. They crave that extra sen-sory kick with each bite. There’s cer-tain places in which it’s obvious – Thai, Indian, Cajun, Mexican, etc. But it just so happens that you’re guests are in luck, because we not only have these kinds of restaurants, but ours are luckily quite good. With every dish coming with a spice level option from one to four, Pad Thai is an obvious favorite. For Mexican fare, both Azul Tequila and Tacos Juanita take pride in clearing your sinuses. With its heavy use of curry and red pepper, Jewel of India makes perfect sense. And Stella Blues provides the southern Creole fla-vorings. The other beauty part about these restaurants is, if you’re not a fan of spice, their dishes can be made very mild and palatable.

GREASE LOVERIf you prefer your burger dripping with grease, you’ve come to the right part of the country. We have no shortage of deep fried bar fare around these parts. We are, after all, the people who first thought of taking cheese, covering it in batter, and deep frying it. More than half of the taverns in the area either pride them-selves on burgers or fish frys, and we’re in no position to say any of them are wrong. But three that locals continually come back to are the traditional greasy spoon breakfast nook Chickadees, the traditional southern-style fried chicken

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kings Chicken Unlimited, and the mas-sive fried, messy, and/or cheesy menu options of Whiskey Dicks.

CHEAP SKATEWe all know them. And, around them, we always refer to their stereotype as “frugal.” But just because these people won’t spend beyond the bare minimum doesn’t mean you have to miss the finer things around here. There are a few quality places with cheap options. Case in point: Egg Roll Plus. They offer really cheap and filling egg rolls that are more like meals than appetiz-ers. In Fall Creek, there’s a bar called Chicken Chasers where it’s rumored people have went in with $10, drank a pitcher, had lunch, and still came out with bills. Otherwise look to the entire Family Style category, where the menus are huge and nearly every-thing cheap, and select options on the American Casual side like Mom’s Kitchen.

HEALTH NUTThe health nut seeks to nourish the mind and body with sustainable foods. If you’re a carnivore, these are people quite foreign to you and often refer to themselves as something “-arian” (e.g. vegetarian, pescetarian, etc.). But no matter how foreign, they’re far from alone around these parts. They’ve been known to travel in herds. And you can often find them at places like

The Nucleus (a great breakfast spot), Raw Deal (a rare raw food spot), or Eau Claire Fusion (health smoothies). Otherwise a gamut of great cafes and sandwich shops like Harmony Corner Café, Grand Avenue Café, Camille’s, Lucy’s Deli, Acoustic Café, and Nelson’s Cheese Haus.

MIXED COMPANYChances are, not everyone in your din-ing party has the same tastes. Odds are good you have to deal with a combina-

tion of these stereotypes. Luckily, there are plenty of places that offer a wide variety of options to satisfy everyone (though an adventurer, scaredy-cat, grease lover, and health nut would be tough to deal with). HuHot allows you to assemble your own stir-fry. That’s a plus. Green Mill has a huge menu, offering everything from American fare to Italian food. Also a plus. Noodles & Company offers a wide variety of sand-wiches, soups, and pastas, three types of food that most everyone can enjoy. Plus trifecta.

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AMERICAN CASUAL29 Pines Corner of Hwy. 29 and Co. Hwy. T, Eau Claire • 874-2929 • A classy yet casual eatery serving up an eclectic and surprising mix of main entrées as well as burgers, steaks, and seafood. The Sirloin 29 is a crowd pleaser, charbroiled and seasoned with a blend of 29 spices. Hot lunch buffet with soup and salad is served on weekdays, and a roasted chicken buffet is available Sundays. Open for Sunday brunch, private party room, banquet services, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6-$15 A G R W

American Table Family Restaurant 2426 Seymour Rd, Eau Claire • 552-5348 • American Table is one of those great places that offers a menu with a bit of everything (some seafood, Mexican, Italian, and clas-sic American fare). Try a hot sandwich, taco salad, or the spaghetti. Don’t forget to save room for dessert. Breakfast served all day long. $7-$13 G R

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 4745 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 831-1255 || 2303 Hwy 25 N, Menomonie • 233-3036 • applebees.com • Apple-bee’s is a national chain known for “eatin’ good in the neighborhood.” With a large menu and a modern bar and grill vibe, they’re best known for their riblets and oriental salads. Vegetarian friendly, open late, carside-to-go service, and online ordering. Entrée: $6-$15 A G W

Broadway Bar & Pizza 1920 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 832-5100 • broadwaypizzaeauclaire.com • This Minnesota-based franchise is known for their 25 specialty pizzas and train-themed decor. With an ex-tensive weekly lunch buffet to match their expansive menu (which includes appetizers, burgers, sandwich-es, and pastas), Broadway makes homemade dough and sauce. Try their famous thin crust sausage pizza. Open late on weekends, outdoor seating, delivery available. Entrée: $9-$20 A D G W

The Cabin on Grand 24 W. Grand Ave., Chippewa Falls • 723-4025 • Nothing comes out of a can at The Cabin on Grand in Chippewa Falls. These cooks are obsessed with fresh ingredients, packing them into dozens of specialty omelets, which are served all day. Slather some apple butter or syrup on their popular potato pancakes, or tie into an Eggs Benedict. The comfortable, homey downtown diner welcomes veg-etarians as well, offering a number of veggie omelets and quesadillas. $4-$8 A G R W

Down to Earth Garden Center 6025 Arndt Lane, Eau Claire • 833-1234 • dwntoearth.com • The newly

opened café in the garden center offers a variety of natural and organic foods (including free-range eggs), along with fresh, local produce. Signature favorites include: grilled sandwiches, cracker crust pizzas, soups, and a variety of espresso drinks. Outdoor seat-ing available, vegetarian friendly.

The Dulany 105 Garfield. Ave, Eau Claire • 836-5261 • Specializing in a new all-you-care-to-eat lunch buf-fet every weekday during the school year, The Dulany is festooned with local historical photos and murals. The buffet always features at least one veggie-based dish. Be sure to sample the special holiday spreads. The Heritage Room – a recreation of a lumber Bar-on’s dining room – is available for private meetings. Very vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $8.75 G R W

The Edge Pub & Eatery 9504 Cty Hwy S., Chippewa Falls • 723-2400 • theedgeonwissota.com • New to the Chippewa Valley, this casual restaurant offers a spacious bar and outdoor deck overlooking Lake Wissota. Whether you come here to experience the fish fry every Friday or prime rib on Saturday, The Edge is a relaxed gathering spot that in summer even allows customers to park their boat and eat! Private

party room, vegetarian friendly. $8-$19 A G R W

Erwin’s 19th Hole 1705 County Highway OO, Chip-pewa Falls • 831-6337 • Homemade onion rings and French fries cater to the customer at the newly re-opened and remodeled Erwin’s 19th Hole. Burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and Friday’s fish fry are at the top of the heap (and by “heap,” we mean “menu choic-es”). Open late, breakfast, outdoor seating available. $5-$6 A G W

Family Farms Market 50684 N. Main St., Eleva • 287-3332 • familyfarmsmarket.com • Just 20 minutes south of Eau Claire, Family Farms Market offers an exciting menu made with fresh ingredients. Try a gourmet sandwich or wrap, fresh salad, homemade soup, or delicious dessert. Be sure to check out their Friday pizza buffet. Sit by their fireplace and enjoy your favorite specialty coffee, wine, or microbrew beer. Customers can find natural and organic products as well as some of the best cheese, produce, and meat Wisconsin has to offer. Private party room, vegetarian friendly, delivery available, outdoor seating. $10 A D G R W

Galloway Grille 409 Galloway St., Eau Claire • 514-0751 • gallowaygrille.com • A classy yet casual place to get your three square meals. Decked out in histori-cal photos and memorabilia of downtown Eau Claire, Galloway Grille is known for great burgers and sig-nature salads. Private party/meeting room available, vegetarian friendly, outdoor seating, breakfast. En-trée: $5-$25 A G R

Green Mill Restaurant & Bar, Eau Claire 2703 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 839-8687 • greenmilleau-claire.com • Green Mill’s full menu is available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Among the extensive menu items are specialty pizzas, chicken wings, large salads, and a number of unique pastas such as the But-ternut Squash Ravioli. Delivery, private party room, vegetarian friendly, open late. Entrée: $8-$12 A D G R W

Grizzly’s Wood-Fired Grill & Steaks 4890 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 832-6481 • grizzlysgrill.com • Grizzly’s is a relaxed, family-friendly grill with a bar side full of TVs and games, and a quieter (but still fun) restaurant side. They have a full menu of appetizers, soups, sal-ads, fish, burgers, pastas, wraps, and more. Favorites

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Look at all the places to eat! Many restaurants are hard to classify, so you’ll find them in multiple categories. Entrée prices are approximate. The icons indicate whether a restaurant features alcohol, delivery, group seating, smoking, and/or reservations (icon key found throughout). “Quick Lists” simmer down the com-plete listings into helpful guides. Red stars indicate restaurants that placed well in Volume One’s annual Best of the Valley Reader Poll. The “User Reviews” are from the more than 1,000 restaurant reviews you can find in the online version of the Eat Scene dining guide at www.VolumeOne.org. We did our best to track down the all the area’s restaurants, but if you find one missing, please contact us. Enjoy!

The über-charming patio behind Mona Lisa’s (428 Water St., Eau Claire) sets the stage to en-joy one of their thin-crust pizzas or other tasty Mediterranean offerings. The lion doesn’t bite.

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include the oriental salad, Bear Creek pasta, and the steak-cheese-mushroom sandwich. Open late. Entrée: $6-$17 A G R

James Sheeley House 236 W. River St., Chippewa Falls • 726-0561 • JamesSheeleyHouse.com • Offers both fine and casual dining in vintage surroundings. Overlooking the Chippewa River, the restaurant fea-tures a three-story, turn-of-the-century saloon and a Victorian dining room. All of the sauces, soups, and dressings are homemade, and the menu spans sand-wiches to steak to seafood. Private party room and vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $10-$20 A G R W

LaGrander’s Drive-In 18143 Co. Trk. X, Chippewa Falls • 723-0672 • Nothing says summer like a trip

to the drive-in. A local landmark located right across from Ray’s beach, LaGrander’s makes their own root beer and scoops up country-style ice cream in addi-tion to their classic drive-in fare. Eat in your car or one of the gazebos. Open May 1-Sept. 1, seven days a week, and weekends in April and September, weather permitting. Entrée: $2-$8

Lake Wissota Golf Course 16108 97th Ave., Chip-pewa Falls • 1-888-382-4780 • lakewissotagolf.com • Lake Wissota Golf Course features four docks where boaters can tie up and stop in for a bite to eat. The dining area enjoys a gorgeous lake view and a relaxed atmosphere where you can grab a pizza or a burger. Regulars like the Friday fish fry, which runs from May to September. Outdoor seating, private party room, open late. Entrée: $5-$10 A G R W

Lewie J’s 800 Wisconsin Street, Eau Claire • 833-7510 • lewiejs.com • With the slogan “bringing families back to the table,” Lewie J’s offers classic American favorites such as eggs and bacon, lasagna, chicken, pasta, and steak. Breakfast is also served all day and affordable daily specials are offered for lunch and dinner. It’s a casual and family-friendly atmo-sphere. They offer catering options to accommodate up to 70 people. Sunday brunch, delivery available. $6-$7 D G R W

The Livery (aka Cowtown Saloon) 316 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire • 833-7666 • A neighborhood saloon and grill in the historic livery stable building. Accom-panying the the old-time feel is comfort food with a modern twist such as their Smoked Pork which is smoked and prepared in-house. Outdoor seating with firepit, open late. $6-$18 A G W Q

The Lodge 1200 W River St., Chippewa Falls • 720-7708 • The newly remodeled bar and grill features American casual dining, and is known for its burgers, chicken, and Friday night fish frys with salad bar. The

Lodge also has a full blown tiki bar, outdoor games, three volleyball courts, and a DJ, karaoke, or live mu-sic every Saturday. $5-$10 A G R W

Lucy’s Delicatessen 117 N Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 720-9800 • foreign5.com • The owners of Lu-cy’s brought a slice of New York to downtown Chipp-pewa Falls when they opened up their full-service deli and sandwich shop. One look at their famous reu-ben or hot beef sandwiches (made with Boar’s Head meat), and you’ll see what’s got the locals so excited. Soups, salads, and personal pizzas are all made from scratch. Be sure to check out Lucy’s Gooeys (caramel rolls) served every day. Private party/meeting room available, outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly, and limited delivery. Entrée: $6-$8 A D G R W

Milwaukee Burger Company 2620 E Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-6503 • Though the name might suggest this restaurant is a regional import, it’s not – this is the first Milwaukee Burger ever built. The menu features lots of great burger combinations, giant real cheese curds, and all sorts of tasty drink concoc-tions. Their bestselling patty, the Famous Juicy Lucy, conceals a “molten core of cheese.” Open late, veg-etarian friendly. Entrée $5-$10 A G R W Q

Mogie’s Pub and Restaurant 436 Water St., Eau Claire • 836-9666 • mogiespub.com • With shiny hardwood floors, brick walls, and local memorabilia hanging left and right, Mogie’s generates a casual and fun vibe. Lots of classic pub food and a long line of tempting beer taps await, but the crown jewel of Mogie’s menu is a list of excellent specialty burgers. Bring some friends and order the cheesy Spuds o’ Plenty. Outdoor seating, private party room, vegetar-ian friendly, open late. Entrée: $7 A G W Q

Noodles & Company 4653 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 858-9000 • noodles.com • Quick and casual, Noodles offers a variety of dishes based on different kinds of, well, noodles. Crowd pleasers include the Japanese Pan Noodles, the Wisconsin Mac & Cheese, and the Penna Rosa pasta. Fun fact: Noodles serves beer and wine! Outdoor seating available, and all menu items can be prepared vegetarian Entrée: $5-$8 A G Q

Norske Nook at Northwoods Brewpub 3560 Oak-wood Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 552-0510 • northwood-sbrewpub.com • The hearty comfort food of Norske Nook combined with the excellent pub grub and mi-crobrews of Northwoods offers a culinary one-two punch capable of destroying your hunger. Check out the elk and buffalo dishes, fried cukes, and various lefse concoctions. Breakfast, outdoor seating, veg-etarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $6-$17 A G R W Q

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1720 N. Broadway St., Menomonie • 235-2234 • perkinsrestaurants.com • With classic favorites like the Tremendous Twelve breakfast and the Chicken Tender Melt, not to men-tion seasonal specialty items, Perkin’s has something for the whole family any time day or night. Breakfast served all day. Curbside to-go service, open 24 hours. Entrée: $5-$10 G R W

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 2025 Highland Ave., Eau Claire • 834-9911 • perkinsrestaurants.com

ICON KEY = Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

= Delivery available. Some restrictions may apply.

= Able to accommodate larger groups of 9 or more.

W = Free access to wireless internet.

= Accepts reservations. Some restrictions may apply.

= Winner: 2010 V1 Best of the Valley Reader Poll.

One look at their famous reuben or hot beef sandwiches (made with Boar’s Head meat), and you’ll see what’s got the locals so excited.

Lucy’s Deli, Chippewa Falls


• Big, comfy booths and a homey feel make Perkins a great place for family dining. From breakfast to din-ner, they’ve got you covered. The pancakes are a local favorite and the bakery offers pies, cookies, muffins, and more. Breakfast served all day. Vegetarian friend-ly, open 24 hrs. Entrée: $5-$10 G Q

Ralph’s Red Apple Grill & Bar 465 Chippewa Mall Dr., Chippewa Falls • 861-5600 • ralphsre-dapplegrill.com • This casual, family friendly place is one part sports bar and another part log cabin (with a fireplace), boasting a unique menu: think Leinenkugel’s battered mushrooms, three kinds of local cheese curds, and hand-crafted ice creams and desserts. Their enclosed patio includes a tiki bar in summer. Some vegetarian dishes available. Entrée: $7-$14 A G R

Red Robin 3005 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 834-4438 • redrobin.com • This energetic and fun chain eat-ery is known for its gourmet burgers, which come

in more than 15 styles, all with bottomless steak fries. The mascot appears on Tuesdays. Open late on Wednesdays. Entrée: $8-$11 A G Q

Riverside Café 1117 Pumphouse Rd., Chippewa Falls • 726-1199 • vallysrestaurant.com • With local art adorning the walls, the dining room overlooks the gorgeous Chippewa River, creating a relaxing dining experience. Sample the homemade soup and try the signature Grilled Caribbean Chicken Salad with honey lime dressing. The Friday fish fry and the fresh ham patty burger are favorites. At this golf course eatery they deliver food right to your hole. Open for breakfast all week, outdoor seating, private party room, and catering services. Entrée: $5-$7 A G R W

Smiling Moose Deli 329 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire • 838-9999 • smilingmoosedeli.com • Hailing from Colorado, Smiling Moose Deli offers sand-wiches (both hot and cold), wraps, salads, four to six soups, and more. Breakfast sandwiches and wraps are available all day, plus the full-service coffee bar. The signature sandwich is the “Mighty Mo,” a cheeseburger grinder with half a pound of chopped, tender sirloin and topped with melted American cheese, tomatoes, banana peppers, red onions, and lightly spotted with oil and vinegar. Free wi-fi, veg-etarian options, and outdoor seating. $6-$12 W

Sparx Restaurant 1827 N. Broadway St.,

Menomonie • 235-3000 • sparxrestaurant.com • Sparx is the ultimate “meat and potatoes” kind of place. Specializing in “incredible burgers and smokin’ good steaks,” Sparx’s menu also includes vegetarian options like Butternut Squash Ravioli as well as signature drinks at their full-service bar. If you’re especially hungry, try the Monster Burger with three 12 oz patties. Open late, outdoor patio. $9-$18 A G R W

Stout Ale House 1501 N. Broadway St., Menomonie • 233-3333 • stoutalehouse.com • Festooned with 37 TVs and packed with video games, dart ma-chines, and pool tables, the Stout Ale House hopes you have a good time. Casual and fun, the eatery features a full menu of all-American food and a full bar with over 40 kinds of beer. Rent out a special “skybox” to recreate an at-the-game afternoon with friends. Outdoor seating, private party rooms/ban-quet hall, vegetarian friendly, and open late. Entrée: $7-$19 A G R W

Sweetwaters Restaurant & Bar 1104 W. Claire-mont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-5777 • sweetwatersec.com • Upscale yet casual with a contemporary vibe, Sweetwaters is great for a night out on the town or a cozy dinner with drinks and conversation. Signature dishes include the Chipotle Ribeye and the chicken tchoupitoulas (served on a bed of ham and potato hash). Check out the lunch buffet and the Friday night fish fry. Outdoor seating, private party/ban-quet room, and vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $8-$25 A G R W

T.G.I. FRiDAY’S 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 830-1424 • fridayseauclaire.com • T.G.I. Friday’s is a national chain known for big food and their drink menu. The upbeat and friendly atmosphere is also home to one of the livelier bars in town. Open late, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6-$19 A G R Q

Yankee Jack’s 2300 W. Princeton Ave., Eau Claire • 834-4050 • yankeejacks.com • Whether you’re a hungry golfer or just hungry, stop out to Yankee Jack’s. The atmosphere is casual, with flat screen TVs, deck seating, and friendly staff, and the food is even better. Fresh burgers, fantastic salads, homemade pizzas, and nightly specials (yes, a fish fry is one of them) will tackle your hunger, and the full-service bar complete with specialty drinks will quench your thirst. Can’t decide? Try their unique Reuben pizza. Open late, vegetarian friendly. $10 A G W

“Yankee Jack’s2300 W Princeton Ave, EC • 834-4050

review by Smiles

Awesome place to hang out and get great food. ... I absolutely loved the service and the food! I didn’t feel like just “another customer.” I felt like I was a regular, which is always nice! I’m sick of going to places and feeling like it’s a burden that I’m there. Yankee Jacks definitely made me feel welcome and I will be back! ”Write your own restaurant reviews of more than 250 establishments at www.VolumeOne.org

from the Dining Guide at:

The ultimate “meat and potatoes” kind of place, specializing in “incredible burgers and smokin’ good steaks.”

Sparx Restaurant, Menomonie


ASIANAsia Palace 4069 Commonwealth Ave., Eau Claire • 552-5883 • An extensive Asian buffet featuring all-you-can-eat sushi, a full bar, and enough food to send you home full. Try the crayfish, coconut shrimp, and egg rolls. They also have a salad bar, prime rib, steak, pizza, and other American choices. Vegetarian friendly, private rooms available for parties. $7.50-$11 A G R

Asian Café 2121 Eddy Lane, Eau Claire • 852-0552 • A calming, quiet place specializing in dishes from southeastern Asia, including China, Thailand, and Laos, the Asian Café uses fresh ingredients to prepare dishes right when they are ordered. Try the Pad Thai or the egg rolls, which are stuffed with pork, veggies, and bean threads. Lunch buffet Tuesday through Friday, catering services, vegetarian friendly. $6-$9 A G R

China Buffet 961 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 552-1198 || 2421 Hwy 25 N, Menomonie • 233-4388 • A hot buffet offering Asian favorites like fried rice, spring rolls, barbecued chicken on a stick, and all the crab rangoon you can swallow. Vegetarian friendly. $7-$9 G R

China Buffet 475 Chippewa Mall Dr., Chippewa Falls • 726-9886 • A plentiful buffet of classic Chinese food guaranteed to send you home full. Try the House Fried Chicken, the coconut shrimp, and other tasty seafood offerings. Private party room, vegetarian friendly. $6-$8.50 A G R

Egg Roll-Plus 1611 Bellinger St., Eau Claire • 832-6125 • The menu at Egg Roll-Plus hops from Thai to Vietnamese to Laotian to Chinese cuisine, all in the span a few modest pages. The special stir-fries and gar-gantuan bowls of rice-noodle soup are hot items, but the namesake egg rolls are worth the trip alone – enjoy a few in the modest dinning area or take some home for the whole family. Vegetarian options and delivery available. Entrée: $5-$7 D G

Fortune Cookie Chinese Restaurant, Eau Claire 1702 Harding Ave., Eau Claire • 833-0088 • A Chinese takeout and delivery joint offering a host of standards – everything from vegetable lo mein to deep-fried chicken wings. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $4-$7 D

Fortune Cookie Chinese Restaurant, Menomonie 319 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 235-3532 • A ca-sual place for Chinese featuring a long lineup of the usual suspects – chow mein, sweet-n-sour pork, ca-shew chicken, fried rice, and so on. Popular items in-clude the chicken broccoli and the aromatic chicken. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $5-$6 D G R

Fuji Sushi & Steakhouse 4864 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 832-3388 • While part of its namesake, sushi isn’t the only reason to go to Fuji. This new addi-tion to the Chippewa Valley prides itself on its unique Japanese menu and hibachi-style cooking. For those who don’t wish to watch their food being prepared, casual restaurant seating is available as well. Many vegetarian options available. $8-$23 A G R

Golden Dragon 2709 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 552-2790 • All of your Asian favorites available for dine-in, carry-out, or delivery. Vegetarian friendly. $8 D

Great Wall Buffet 1431 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 838-9666 • One of the Valley’s larger Chinese buffets, the Great Wall places a wall of food between you and the door. In addition to the standard Chinese dishes, the restaurant features a “Mongolian Barbeque” style grill where you can select ingredients and sauces to be stir-fried before your hungry eyes. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $7-$10 A G R


Happy Wok 4800 Golf Road, Eau Claire • Asian. Quick and tasty.

HuHot Mongolian Grill 3805 South Oakwood Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 834-2222 • huhot.com • HuHot is a grill-it-in-front-of-you kind of place, with one flat rate and unlimited refills on your bowls. Mix and match your sauce, spices, and stir fry players (a ridiculously diverse array of meats and veggies) and they grill it up right in front of you. The ingredients vary from day to day, but the most extensive menu options are always at night. And save room for the s’mores. Ca-tering available, party room suitable for about a dozen people, vegetarian friendly. $8.50-$12.50 A G R

Jade Garden 3620 Gateway Dr., Eau Claire • 833-9868 • jadegardenwi.com • A large Chinese buffet featuring row after row of popular appetizers. Expect all your favorite Asian dishes to make an appearance, along with a few pleasant surprises. Private party room, vegetarian friendly. No delivery on Mondays. Entrée: $7-$10 A D G R W

Jumbo House 2633 Birch St., Eau Claire • 835-9188 • A Chinese takeout restaurant, Jumbo House sets it-self apart by offering seriously large portions. A single crab rangoon could be used as a delicious, deep-fried beanbag chair. The menu features Szechwan, Hunan, and Cantonese cuisine, so you’ll have no trouble find-ing all your Asian favorites. Vegetarian friendly. En-trée: $4-$10

Kim Chi Cafe 2823 London Road, Eau Claire • the-kimchicafe.com • Kim Chi serves up Korean cuisine as a healthy alternative to other Asian foods. Each entree comes with rice and “bancheon,” Korean side-dishes complete with kim chi itself which is a spicy, fermented cabbage. Try the popular Bul-Go-Gi, a dish of beef, pork, or chicken served over a bed of onions and mushrooms. Wi-Fi and vegetarian friendly. $8-$15 A G W

Kingdom Buffet 1502 E. 9th St., Menomonie • 233-0465 • As the name implies, an empire’s worth of food awaits you at the Kingdom Buffet. Whether you like your Chinese cuisine steamed, stir-fried, or deep-fried, there’s something for everyone. Vegetar-ian friendly. $6.50-$8 A G R

Noodle Wrap 3021 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 552-0525 • Noodle Wrap is an unassuming, quiet place for fresh Asian fare with an emphasis on Hmong dishes. Meals are prepared the minute they’re ordered. Stir-fries, soups, and other dishes can be had with veggies, chicken, or shrimp. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $8-$13 A G

Pad Thai 203 N. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 552-1715 • ec-padthai.com • Take a seat in the tidy dining area and peruse Pad Thai’s menu of unique Asian fare. All items can be custom made to your preferred level of hotness, ranging from “seriously, not hot at all” to “se-riously, get me some water.” The namesake Pad Thai noodles are the local choice, and most people order the dish with chicken, although tofu is also popular. Students enjoy a dining discount. Carry out available, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6-$14 G R W Q

Quick Wok 501 Water St., Eau Claire • 832-4545 • The name says it all: timely Chinese delivery is the daily special at this Water Street staple. Takeout favor-ites like chow mein, lo mein, crab rangoon, moo goo gai pan, and ... wait for it ... fried rice span the menu, but the General Tso’s Chicken just might turn you into a regular. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $4.75 D

Shanghai Bistro 2930 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 835-3348 • shanghaibistro.org • A contemporary urban at-mosphere thrives at Shanghai Bistro. Using centuries-old preparation techniques while experimenting with


The Barley Club at Pine Meadow 4324 Fairfax Park Dr. • 831-9224 Broadway Bar & Pizza 1920 S. Hastings Way • 832-5100 • broadwaypizzaeauclaire.com • PatioBuffalo Wild Wings 4612 Keystone Crossing • 858-9453 • buffalowildwings.com • PatioBurrachos Fresh Mexican Grill 5314 Prill Rd. • 834-1843 || 329 Water St. • 835-6195 • burrachos.com • PatioChuck’s On Clairemont 1807 N. Clairemont Ave. • 835-2485 The Coffee Grounds 3460 Mall Dr., Hwy. 93 • 834-1733 || 2116 Craig Rd. • 797-2198 • thecof-feegrounds.com Cold Stone Creamery 4613 Keystone Crossing • 831-8482 • coldstonecreamery.com Dana’s Bar & Grill 6505 Texaco Dr. • 874-5954 • Area with tiki barDown to Earth Garden Center 6025 Arndt Lane • 833-1234 • dwntoearth.comFireside Bistro Located inside Dove Healthcare-South on Hwy 93, 3656 Mall Dr • 552-1035 • CourtyardFox Run Tavern 1515 S. 65th Ave. • 835-6489 • foxruntavern.com Galloway Grille 409 Galloway St. • 514-0751 • gallowaygrille.com • PatioHilltop 924 E Madison St • 835-9223 Hipps Pub-N-Grub S7650 State Rd. 37 • 834-7822 Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub 415 S. Barstow St. • 835-6621 • houligans.net • PatioThe Livery (aka Cowtown Saloon) 316 Wiscon-sin St. • 833-7666 • Patio with firepitThe Living Room Coffee House & Drive-Thru 2006 Cameron St. • 831-0245 • BackyardLuther Midlefort Clinic Cafeteria 1400 Bellinger St • 838-5369 Manny’s Cocina 4207 Oakwood Hills Pkwy • 514-0818 • mannysmexican.com • PatioMaple Lounge & Café 2507 S. Hastings Way • 552-1998 Mike’s Smokehouse 2235 N. Clairemont Ave. • 834-8153 • PatioMogie’s Pub and Restaurant 436 Water St. • 836-9666 • mogiespub.com Mona Lisa’s 428 Water St. • 839-8969 • monalisas.biz • PatioNorske Nook at Northwoods Brewpub 3560 Oakwood Mall Dr. • 552-0510 • northwoodsbrew-pub.com Panera Bread 4601 Keystone Crossing • 834-9752 • panerabread.com • PatioRiverview Grille at Fanny Hill 3919 Crescent Ave • 836-8184 • fannyhill.com Shanghai Bistro 2930 Craig Rd. • 835-3348 •

shanghaibistro.org • PatioSmith’s Country Inn S5786 Hwy. 37 • 836-9003 Stella Blues 306 Madison St • 855-7777 • stellab-lues.biz • PatioSummer Snow 2600 London Rd • 894-7436 Sweetwaters Restaurant & Bar 1104 W. Claire-mont Ave. • 834-5777 • sweetwatersec.comTacos Juanita Mexican Restaurant 2873 E. Hamilton Ave • 835-3229 Tailgates Sports Bar & Grill 1505 N. Clairemont Ave. • 552-1733 Beer gardenTempo 315 E Madison St. • 833-7449 • coffeeti-meeauclaire.com VFW Post 7232 2900 W Folsom St • 832-3528 The Water Street Deli 628 Water St. • 514-4555 • SidewalkYankee Jack’s 2300 W. Princeton Ave. • 834-4050 • yankeejacks.com • Deck

menomonieBullfrog’s Eat My Fish Farm N1321 Bullfrog Rd., Menomonie • 664-8775 • eatmyfish.com • Pond sideBurrachos Fresh Mexican Grill 2401 State High-way 25 N # 2 • 233-0281 • burrachos.com • PatioCaribou Coffee 2321 State Hwy 25 N #308, Menomonie • 235-3627 • cariboucoffee.com Dean & Sue’s Bar & Grill 2002 Midway Rd., Menomonie • 235-9940 Golden Leaf Café 1706 Stout Rd, Menomonie • 231-5323 • goldenleafcafe.com Jake’s Supper Club E5690 County Rd. D • 235-2465 • jakessupperclub.com • Three decksMenomonie Family Restaurant 2616 Hils Ct • 235-9000 • menomoniefamilyrestaurant.comMenomonie Log Jam 709 S. Broadway St. • 235-0703 • menomonielogjam.com • Large patioPioneer Grill & Saloon E5699 Cty. Trk. D, Menomonie • 235-9927 • pioneergrill.com Skoog’s Parkside 932 N. Broadway St, Menomonie • 235-6124 • skoogsparkside.com • PatioSparx Restaurant 1827 N. Broadway St. • 235-3000 • sparxrestaurant.com • PatioStout Ale House 1501 N. Broadway St., Menomonie • 233-3333 • stoutalehouse.com Waterfront Bar & Grill 512 Crescent St. • 235-6541 • Deck

chippewa fallsThe Coffee Grounds 3042 Commercial Blvd., Chippewa Falls • 797-2370 • thecoffeegrounds.com Duncan Creek Wine Bar and Grille 213 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • 723-7000 The Edge Pub & Eatery 9504 Cty Hwy S. • 723-2400 • theedgeonwissota.com • Deck

Eisold’s Irvine Bar 130 Fleet St. • 720-1280 • PatioErwin’s 19th Hole 1705 County Highway OO, Chippewa Falls • 831-6337 Glen Loch Saloon 1300 Jefferson Ave. • 723-1297 High Shores Supper Club 17985 Co. Trk. X, Chippewa Falls • 723-9854 • highshores.com James Sheeley House 236 W. River St., Chip-pewa Falls • 726-0561 • JamesSheeleyHouse.com JimBob’s Pizza 3636 Melby St, Chippewa Falls • 836-0909 • jimbobspizza.net LaGrander’s Drive-In 18143 Co. Trk. X, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-0672 • Open area Lake Wissota Golf Course 16108 97th Ave., Chip-pewa Falls • 1-888-382-4780 • lakewissotagolf.comThe Lodge 1200 W River St., Chippewa Falls • 720-7708 • Area with tiki barLoopy’s Saloon & Grill 10691 Buisness 29, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-5667 • 723loop.com Moke’s Bar and Grill 3077 CTH OO, Chippewa Falls • 720-8950 • Area with tiki barRalph’s Red Apple Grill & Bar 465 Chippewa Mall Dr. • 861-5600 • ralphsredapplegrill.com • Enclosed patio with tiki barRed Zone Sports Bar 2071 S Prairie View Rd, Chippewa Falls • 726-3030 Riverside Café 1117 Pumphouse Rd., Chippewa Falls • 726-1199 • vallysrestaurant.com

West Hill Bar 250 W. Elm St. • 720-9281

otherAlbertville Tavern 8114 35th St., Colfax • 874-6217 Connell’s Club 12 E11295 Hwy. 12, Fall Creek • 877-2140 • DeckDraganetti’s Ristorante 3120 Hillcrest Pkwy., Al-toona • 834-9234 • draganettis.com • DeckFamily Farms Market 50684 N. Main St., Eleva • 287-3332 • familyfarmsmarket.com Fischer’s On The Green 2333 Hillcrest Pkwy., Al-toona • 832-9711 • fischersgreen.com • PatioFoster Cheese Haus E10934 County Hwy HH, Osseo • 597-6605 • fostercheesehaus.comGolden Spike Bar & Grill 228 Division St., Al-toona • 552-5526 Moe’s Diner 12701 10th St, Osseo • 597-3912 Piff’s Pizza at the Eagle’s Club Eagle’s Club, 2588 Hallie Rd, Hallie • 720-0915 The Pourhouse W301 Menomonie St., Elk mound • 917-1020 • elkmoundpourhouse.com Shari’s Chppewa Club 106 W Main St., DurandSimply Cakes 3636 Melby St., Lake Hallie • 514-4549 • simplycakesllc.com Whiskey Dicks 943 Harlem Ave., Altoona • 829-3425 • whiskeydicks.net

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fresh, new seafood (and other ingredients) from well beyond the Midwest, the Bistro’s chefs keep things lively. Signature sushi includes a number of rolls, in-cluding the Red Dragon Roll, and the Strange Flavor Chicken stir-fry is a local favorite. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $8-$12 A G R Q

Tokyo Japanese Restaurant 2426 London Rd., Eau Claire • 834-0313 • tokyoeauclaire.com • A teppanya-

ki-style restaurant where hungry patrons sit around an iron griddle and look on as the trained chef prepares your meal, cajoling fresh ingredients into miniature acrobatics. The fresh seafood dishes are a particular favorite, especially shrimp. Teppanyaki dining is available for dinner only; patrons can be seated at non-grill tables for a lunch of traditional Japanese cuisine. Lunch available for carry-out Wed-Fri. Veg-etarian friendly. Entrée: $14-$28 A G R Q

BAR & GRILLAlbertville Tavern 8114 35th St., Colfax • 874-6217 • Albertville is a casual family place where the gener-ous Friday fish fry and BBQ ribs are legendary, but the prime rib (served Wednesdays and Saturdays) draws people from halfway across the state. Word has it the bar will serve you the best Old Fashioned in all of Albertville. Located on the state snowmobile trail with outdoor seating and late-night eats (pizza). En-trée: $8-$12 A G R Q

Amber Inn Bar & Grill 840 E. Madison St., Eau Claire • 832-0568 • An “original” bar and grill where the food is prepared right behind the bar, the Amber Inn is a neighborhood favorite. The signature half-pound, all-beef burgers are served up on a toasted homemade roll, and independent experts have of-

ficially classified them as “spectacular.” Open late, lunch delivery available to businesses. Entrée: $6-$10 A D G

Azul Tequila 2503 London Road, Eau Claire • 833-0200 • Azul Tequila boasts an inviting interior and large, reasonably priced portions of their Mexican dishes, almost all of which – from the nachos and tortillas to the salsa and guacamole – are made fresh every day. The signature “Fajita Special” combines

sizzling chorizo, chicken, beef, and shrimp with rice, beans, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas. Veg-etarian friendly, open late on weekends. $4-$12 A G R Q

The Barley Club at Pine Meadow 4324 Fairfax Park Dr., Eau Claire • 831-9224 • Fun and friendly, The Barley Club offers a full menu year-round with outdoor dining overlooking Pine Meadow Golf Course. The signature fish fry, served with homemade potato salad and coleslaw, features battered walleye,

baked or fried cod, battered shrimp or shrimp scampi, and salad bar. Indoor and outdoor banquets and ca-tering services available. Sunday brunch, daily lunch and dinner specials, outdoor seating. Entrée: $6-$10 A G R W

Blue Moose Grill & Steak House 1628 Woodard Rd, Bloomer • 568-2687 • bluemooseco.com • This Southern influenced restaurant is an old school kind of steakhouse. Right away customers will notice a moose up on the bar and some wooden chainsaw-carved grizzly bears. Comfort your palate by the fireplace with some pecan chicken, barbecue ribs, or sweet potato pancakes with maple or honey butter. Catering and delivery are available as well as banquet rooms, Sunday brunch, and vegetarian options. $12-$38 A D G R W

Bresina’s Hometown Bar and Grill 12037 County Highway B, Chippewa Falls • 288-6303 • This coun-try karaoke bar features a number of daily specials from tacos and burgers to chicken wings and a Friday fish fry. All that plus homemade pizzas. Entrée: $5-$10 A G R W Q

Brewski’s 1202 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-3181 • This casual lounge is attached to The Pla-za Hotel and Burgandy’s Restaurant. Known for the Burgandy’s Ribeye Grill and the popular char-grilled burgers the Ultimate (roasted red peppers and garlic aioli on an onion roll) and the Whata Burger (apple-wood smoked bacon and cheddar on an onion roll). Entrée: $6-$12 A W


Chuck’s On Clairemont 1807 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 835-2485 • Open for breakfast Monday through Saturday at 6am, Chuck’s is a casual place to hang out, talk, and have a great homemade meal. Crowd favorites include the ribs on Wednesday and the chicken wings (served all week). Check out the summer bean bag league. Business delivery, outdoor seating, open late. $5-$7 A G R

Dana’s Bar & Grill - Eau Claire 6505 Texaco Dr., Eau Claire • 874-5954 • Dana’s is a log cabin-themed sports bar and grill known for great ribs, steaks, and burgers. Weekdays feature a pizza and salad lunch buffet. Dana’s has many nightly specials including Wednesday Wing Night and a great Friday Fish Fry. Some outdoor seating with a tiki bar, open late, serves

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Downtown Eau Claire’s new Smiling Moose Deli (329 Riverfront Terrace) offers up an armada of sandwiches, both hot and cold, such as their signature “Mighty Mo” cheeseburger grinder.

The signature “Fajita Special” combines sizzling chorizo, chicken, beef, and shrimp with rice, beans, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas.

Azul Tequila, Eau Claire

“Galloway Grille409 Galloway St., Eau Claire • 514-0751

review by Josephcast

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Sunday brunch. Entrée: $5-$18 A G R W

Dean & Sue’s Bar & Grill 2002 Midway Rd., Menomonie • 235-9940 • Dean and Sue’s is the place for a laid back good time. Regular patrons love the Philly steak sandwich – beef, cheese, green peppers, and onions piled between two slices of Texas toast. Outdoor seating, private party room, dance hall, open late. Entrée: $5-$12 A G R W

Dooley’s Pub 442 Water St, Eau Claire • 834-2388 • An Irish restaurant and sports bar combine forces to make for a relaxed hangout destination. Specialties include traditional Irish food, but American fare like burgers, sandwiches, and wings abound. Some outdoor seating, private party room, vegetarian friendly, and open late. Entrée: $6-$11 A G R W Q

Doubleday’s Sports Bar and Grill 3020 London Rd, Eau Claire • 833-2255 • Doubleday’s has been a sports bar and grill destination in King’s Plaza on Eau Claire’s south side for quite awhile. A wide range of ages calls it their hangout, and they have plenty of TVs, darts, pool tables, and video games to go around. Burgers are on special all the time, and the calzones are among the more popular menu items. Vegetarian friendly, private party area, open late on weekends. Entrée: $6-$8 A G R

Duncan Creek Wine Bar and Grille 213 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • 723-7000 • Customers have com-pared their dining experience at Duncan Creek to that of a casual, metropolitan bistro. This eatery features a nightly special along with signature dishes such as the pan-seared halibut, the chicken messina stuffed with mozzarella and goat cheese and topped with a tomato vodka sauce all over ricotta ravioli, or the caramel fried banana dessert. More than 70 varieties of wine to choose from, vegetarian options available, and outdoor seating. Entrée: $10-$19 A G R

The Edge Pub & Eatery 9504 Cty Hwy S., Chippewa Falls • 723-2400 • theedgeonwissota.com • New to the Chippewa Valley, this casual restaurant offers a spa-cious bar and outdoor deck overlooking Lake Wissota. Whether you come here to experience the fish fry every Friday or prime rib on Saturday, The Edge is a relaxed gathering spot that in summer even allows customers to park their boat and eat! Private party room, vegetarian friendly. $8-$19 A G R W

Eisold’s Irvine Bar 130 Fleet St., Chippewa Falls • 720-1280 • This cozy and spacious tavern features nightly specials and signature menu items such as the Railroader Wrap, jumbo shrimp dinner, ribeye steak, and homemade chips and onion rings. Enjoy buck burg-ers on Sunday and Monday; come back for taco Tues-days or wing Wednesdays; fill up on the fabulous fish fry on Friday, or some shrimp and steak for a Saturday surf and turf. Open late, and check out the outdoor patio seating and breakfast. Entrée: $5-$7 A D G R W

Erwin’s 19th Hole 1705 County Highway OO, Chip-pewa Falls • 831-6337 • Homemade onion rings and French fries cater to the customer at the newly reopened and remodeled Erwin’s 19th Hole. Burgers, pizza, sand-wiches, and Friday’s fish fry are at the top of the heap (and by “heap,” we mean “menu choices”). Open late, breakfast, outdoor seating available. $5-$6 A G W

Every Buddy’s Bar and Grill 19 W. Central St., Chip-pewa Falls • 861-3838 • everybuddysbar.net • Located in the heart of downtown Chippewa, Every Buddy’s features food entirely provided by local businesses, in-cluding the freshest meat and produce. The all-you-can-eat wings on Thursdays and cheap burgers on Wednes-days are perennial favorites. Entreé $5-$7 A G R W

Fill-Inn Station 104 W. Columbia St., Chippewa Falls • 723-6551 • fillinnstation.com • A casual neighborhood


BREAKFAST & BRUNCH

BREAKFAST SPOTSEstablishments open for breakfast

4:30 AM Coffee Shop 608 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • 720-6165 Altoona Family Restaurant 2000 N. Hillcrest Pkwy., Altoona • 830-5000American Table Family Restaurant 2426 Sey-mour Rd, Eau Claire • 552-5348 Blind Munchies 621 Wilson Ave., Menomonie • 235-9300Bresina’s Old Home Restaurant 704 E. Grand Ave., Chippewa Falls • 723-7973 Camille’s Sidewalk Café 1120 122nd St., Suite 3, Chippewa Falls • 833-2233Chick-A-Dee’s Family Restaurant 1928 3rd St., Eau Claire • 832-7724 Chippewa Family Restaurant 1701 Kennedy Rd, Chippewa Falls • 723-4751 Chuck’s On Clairemont 1807 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 835-2485 City Limits Restaurant 2100 Co. Trk. B, Menomonie • 235-1166 CVTC Valley Cafe 615 W Clairemont Ave, EC • 559-3513Eisold’s Irvine Bar 130 Fleet St., Chippewa Falls • 720-1280 Erwin’s 19th Hole 1705 County Highway OO, Chippewa Falls • 831-6337 Exit 59 Family Restaurant 6220 Texaco Dr, Eau Claire • 874-6213 Fireside Bistro Located in Dove Healthcare-South on Hwy 93, 3656 Mall Drive, Eau Claire • 552-1035 Four Corners 14982 Co. Hwy. S, Chippewa Falls • 723-6783 Galloway Grille 409 Galloway St., EC • 514-0751The Goat Coffee House 408 Water St., Eau Claire • 831-4491 Golden Eagle Restaurant 16760 Co. Trk. X, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-2948 Grand Avenue Café 119 W. Grand Ave., EC • 831-1100 Harmony Corner Café 210 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 838-8760Heckel’s Family Restaurant 2621 Hwy. 53, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-0844 Kyote’s Den Bar & Grill E2339 Hwy 29, Menomonie • 235-2777 The Living Room Coffee House & Drive-Thru 2006 Cameron St., EC • 831-0245 || 1400 Bellinger St. (Midelfort Clinic), EC || 6025 Arndt Lane (Down to Earth Garden Center), EC Luther Midlefort Clinic Cafeteria 1400 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire • 838-5369 Maple Lounge & Café 2507 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 552-1998 Menomonie Family Restaurant 2616 Hils Ct • 235-9000Moe’s Diner 12701 10th St, Osseo • 597-3912 Mom’s Kitchen 3035 Hastings Way, EC • 838-8994 Norske Nook at Northwoods Brewpub 3560 Oak-wood Mall Dr., EC • 552-0510

The Nucleus Café 405 Water St., EC • 834-7777 Obsession Chocolates 18 S Barstow St., Eau Claire • 830-8301 Old Country Buffet 2613 E. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 834-7747Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1720 N. Broad-way St., Menomonie • 235-2234 • // 2025 Highland Ave., EC • 834-9911Pioneer Grill & Saloon E5699 Cty. Trk. D, Menomonie • 235-9927Porter’s 205 S. Barstow St, in the Ramada, Eau Claire • 855-0856Randy’s Family Restaurant 1132 MacArthur Ave, Eau Claire • 839-8449 Riverside Café 1117 Pumphouse Rd., Chippewa Falls • 726-1199 Sue’s Deluxe Bake Shop 1319 Birch St, Eau Claire • 552-3931 Tacos Juanita Mexican Restaurant 2873 E. Hamilton Ave, Eau Claire • 835-3229 Turks Head Coffee House 307 S Barstow St., Eau Claire • 552-3838 UWEC Dining Halls Davies Center & Hilltop Cen-ter, UW-Eau Claire campus • 836-3727

SUNDAY BRUNCHEstablishments open for special brunch on Sunday morning (excludes places that al-ways have breakfast).

29 Pines Corner of Hwy. 29 and Co. Hwy. T, Eau Claire • 874-2929 The Barley Club at Pine Meadow 4324 Fairfax Park Dr., Eau Claire • 831-9224 Blue Moose Grill & Steak House 1628 Woodard Rd, Bloomer • 568-2687 Bridgewater Restaurant and Pub 1009 W. Park Ave., Chippewa Falls • 723-6941Burgandy’s Restaurant 1202 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-3181 Connell’s II At the Airport 3800 Starr Ave, Eau Claire • 833-9400 Connell’s Supper Club 18525 50th Ave, Chippewa Falls • 723-5656 Dana’s Bar & Grill - Eau Claire 6505 Texaco Dr., Eau Claire • 874-5954 Fox Run Tavern 1515 S. 65th Ave., Eau Claire • 835-6489 Fuzzy’s Bar & Grill N5729 410th St., Menomonie • 231-3899Lewie J’s 800 Wisconsin St, Eau Claire • 833-7510 Panera Bread 4601 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 834-9752 Raw Deal 603 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 231-3255 Riverview Grille at Fanny Hill 3919 Crescent Ave, Eau Claire • 836-8184Sammy’s Pizza Restaurant & Pub 2812 London Rd, Eau Claire • 831-1300 Skoog’s Parkside 932 N. Broadway St, Menomonie • 235-6124

bar and grill and former gas station, Fill-Inn is known for their Canadian walleye, ribeye steaks, homemade cheese curds, and burgers... plus homemade pizzas, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, six Leinenkugel’s on tap at all times, and Bloody Marys served with fresh shrimp and a beer chaser. Private party hall available. Entrée: $5-$15 A G R W

Four Corners 14982 Co. Hwy. S, Chippewa Falls • 723-6783 • Four Corners serves up classic diner fare in a homey, family atmosphere. The fried chicken is a hit with the locals, and other favorites include the Friday night fish fry and the prime rib on Saturdays. Check out the large well-stocked salad bar and week-ly breakfast. Reservations suggested for large groups. Private party room, and banquet services. Entrée: $4-$17 A D G R

Fox Run Tavern 1515 S. 65th Ave., Eau Claire • 835-6489 • foxruntavern.com • Affording diners a great view of the local pines, Fox Run specializes in classic bar food like half-pound burgers and grinders. If you’re looking for something more exotic, try the homemade pizza. Everyday specials, outdoor seating, private party deck, catering services, Sunday brunch, open late. Entrée: $5-$8 A G

Fuzzy’s Bar & Grill N5729 410th St., Menomonie • 231-3899 • fuzzysbarandgrill.com • A casual new-comer to our “eat scene,” Fuzzy’s Bar and Grill points to their pizzas with pride and boasts tasty specials ev-ery day of the week. Each Wednesday, enjoy all you can eat chicken wings and, each Friday, a fish fry. Pri-vate party area, delivery available, open late, Sunday brunch buffet. Entrée: $6-$8 A D G R W

Galloway Grille 409 Galloway St., Eau Claire • 514-0751 • gallowaygrille.com • A classy yet casual place to get your three square meals. Decked out in histori-cal photos and memorabilia of downtown Eau Claire, Galloway Grille is known for great burgers and sig-nature salads. Private party/meeting room available, vegetarian friendly, outdoor seating, breakfast. En-trée: $5-$25 A G R

Girolamo’s Court ‘n House Bar 113 W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire • 832-5478 • A fun, family-owned bar and grill that attracts a wide range of patrons, the Court ‘n House is best known for its juicy burgers. (Seri-ously, they’re in high demand every Thursday when it’s two-for-one). Other favorites include the Icelan-dic Cod fish fry on Fridays. Open late. Entrée: $5-$10 A G Q

Glen Loch Saloon 1300 Jefferson Ave., Chippewa Falls • 723-1297 • A casual saloon serving burgers, sandwiches, homemade pizzas, and a wide array of deep fried stuff. Also featuring Thursday night all-you-can-eat-wings and a fabulous Friday fish fry. Outdoor seating, open late, delivery available. Entrée: $8-$25 A D G W

Golden Spike Bar & Grill 228 Division St., Altoona • 552-5526 • This neighborhood bar and grill has burgers that keep the locals coming back for more. Wednesday is wing night, and the kitchen stays open from 10am until bar close every night. Outdoor seat-








ing available. Entrée: $5-$6 A G

Grizzly’s Wood-Fired Grill & Steaks 4890 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 832-6481 • grizzlysgrill.com • Grizzly’s is a relaxed, family-friendly grill with a bar side full of TVs and games, and a quieter (but still fun) restaurant side. They have a full menu of appetizers, soups, sal-ads, fish, burgers, pastas, wraps, and more. Favorites include the oriental salad, Bear Creek pasta, and the steak-cheese-mushroom sandwich. Open late. Entrée: $6-$17 A G R

H20 Restaurant 5150 Fairview Drive (Metropolis Resort), Eau Claire • 852-6000 • metropolishotel.com • Located inside Metropolis Resort, H2O is a fam-ily venue featuring delectable steak and seafood, as well as grilled burgers, homemade chips, and wraps. While you’re in, stop by The Aqua Bar for all of your libation needs from a kiddy cocktail to a Hello Kitty martini. Private area available. $5-$25 A G R W

Hallie Bar and Grill 1713 Cty. Hwy OO, Hallie • 861-3870 • A popular game day spot, Hallie Bar and Grill also has a full pub menu. Between cheers and boos, grub on over 20 different burgers. The Western Burger gets a cheer, with a half pound of ground beef, bacon, cheese, onion, and barbecue sauce. Check out the Friday night fish fry or Tuesday all-you-can-eat wings. Bar open late on weekends. Entreé $5-$10 A G R W

Hilltop 924 E Madison St, Eau Claire • 835-9223 • A long-time neighborhood hangout, Hilltop offers clas-sic bar food like burgers made to order. Check out the lunch specials served daily from 11am-2pm. Open late, outdoor seating. Entrée: $5-$7 A G

Hipps Pub-N-Grub S7650 State Rd. 37, Eau Claire • 834-7822 • The former Oak Wood Bar & Grill whips up everything from burgers and pizza to pasta. The Friday fish fry is pretty popular, as is the Philly Chees-esteak. Also try their broasted chicken with coleslaw, Manhattan bread (spicy garlic bread), and a twice-

baked potato on the side. Private party room, open late. $5-$13 A G

Kyote’s Den Bar & Grill E2339 Hwy 29, Menomonie • 235-2777 • A classic bar and grill, Kyote’s is laid-back and friendly. The trademark Kyote Burger is piled high with cheese and green peppers. Don’t for-get about the Friday night fish fry buffet, or the cheap beer special on Sunday. Entire menu available for takeout, open late. Entrée: $6-$8 A G R

The Livery (aka Cowtown Saloon) 316 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire • 833-7666 • A neighborhood saloon and grill in the historic livery stable building. Accom-panying the the old-time feel is comfort food with a modern twist such as their Smoked Pork which is

smoked and prepared in-house. Outdoor seating with firepit, open late. $6-$18 A G W Q

The Lodge 1200 W River St., Chippewa Falls • 720-7708 • The newly remodeled bar and grill features American casual dining, and is known for its burgers, chicken, and Friday night fish frys with salad bar. The Lodge also has a full blown tiki bar, outdoor games, three volleyball courts, and a DJ, karaoke, or live mu-sic every Saturday. $5-$10 A G R W

Loopy’s Saloon & Grill 10691 Buisness 29, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-5667 • 723loop.com • A log cabin atmosphere sets the stage for casual eating at Loopy’s. Located right on the Chippewa River, the fish fry and homemade pizza are popular menu items, but make sure to check out the terrific nachos. Weekday lunch buffet, outdoor seating, outdoor private party area, banquet services, and vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6-

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Menomonie Log Jam 709 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 235-0703 • menomonielogjam.com • The deep booths, warm colors, and dark woodwork give the Log Jam a cozy, classy atmosphere. But don’t think it’s all posh and snooty; the menu’s signature item – the Lumber Jack Burger – is a half-pound burg-er topped with pepper jack cheese, bacon, fried onion slices, and BBQ sauce. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $7-$9 A G R W

Milwaukee Burger Company 2620 E Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-6503 • Though the name might suggest this restaurant is a regional import, it’s not – this is the first Milwaukee Burger ever built. The menu features lots of great burger combinations, giant real cheese curds, and all sorts of tasty drink concoc-tions. Their bestselling patty, the Famous Juicy Lucy, conceals a “molten core of cheese.” Open late, veg-etarian friendly. Entrée $5-$10 A G R W Q

Mogie’s Pub and Restaurant 436 Water St., Eau Claire • 836-9666 • mogiespub.com • With shiny hardwood floors, brick walls, and local memorabilia hanging left and right, Mogie’s generates a casual and fun vibe. Lots of classic pub food and a long line of tempting beer taps await, but the crown jewel of Mogie’s menu is a list of excellent specialty burgers. Bring some friends and order the cheesy Spuds o’ Plenty. Outdoor seating, private party room, vegetar-ian friendly, open late. Entrée: $7 A G W Q

Moke’s Bar and Grill 3077 CTH OO, Chippewa Falls • 720-8950 • Known for their pizza, Moke’s Bar and Grill also has a full blown tiki bar, outdoor games, including horseshoes and ladder golf, and occasional live music. Moke’s also has a 1.5-pound burger (and fries) challenge that, if finished faster than the record time, rewards the competitor $100. Entree: $8 A G R W Q

Norske Nook at Northwoods Brewpub 3560 Oak-wood Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 552-0510 • northwood-sbrewpub.com • The hearty comfort food of Norske Nook combined with the excellent pub grub and mi-crobrews of Northwoods offers a culinary one-two punch capable of destroying your hunger. Check out the elk and buffalo dishes, fried cukes, and various lefse concoctions. Breakfast, outdoor seating, vege-tarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $6-$17 A G R W Q

Pioneer Grill & Saloon E5699 Cty. Trk. D, Menomonie • 235-9927 • pioneergrill.com • There’s a distinct party atmosphere most nights at the Pioneer Grill & Saloon. Gourmet pizzas and burgers round out a sizable menu of sandwiches and family-style fa-vorites. Thursday through Saturday, try the tender age steak. Try out their famous all-beef burgers and don’t miss the live music on Saturdays. Breakfast served all week. Outdoor seating, private banquet room, and open late. Entrée: $6-$11 A G R W

Playmakers Bar & Grill 101 Graham Ave., Eau Claire • 830-8292 • Playmakers offers an open and clean atmosphere with a long bar and three levels of seating. They’re known for their specialty burgers and nightly specials such as all-you-can-eat crab legs on Saturdays. There’s also seven large-screen TVs for game days, and vegetarian options. $7-$10 A G R W

With four different Chippewa Valley locations, Cancun Mexican Grill offers classic festive favorites like fajitas and chimichangas, but don’t underestimate their almighty margarita.

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They also have a 1.5-pound burger (and fries) challenge that, if finished faster than the record time, rewards the competitor $100.

Moke’s Bar and Grill, Lake Hallie


The Pourhouse W301 Menomonie St., Elk mound • 917-1020 • elkmoundpourhouse.com • This bar and grill in Elk Mound both serves as a great place for a cup of joe and to watch the game with friends. The Pourhouse serves daily lunch specials, and all their sandwiches and pizzas are made from local and or-ganic ingredients. Take out pizza available, and open late. $4-$8 A G R W

Ralph’s Red Apple Grill & Bar 465 Chippewa Mall Dr., Chippewa Falls • 861-5600 • ralphsredapple-grill.com • This casual, family friendly place is one part sports bar and another part log cabin (with a fireplace), boasting a unique menu: think Leinenku-gel’s battered mushrooms, three kinds of local cheese curds, and hand-crafted ice creams and desserts. Their enclosed patio includes a tiki bar in summer. Some vegetarian dishes available. Entrée: $7-$14 A G R

Ray’s Place 838 Water St., Eau Claire • 832-3991 • People come from miles around just to grab a beer and an excellent hot beef sandwich served on a pile of napkins at Ray’s. The optional horseradish sauce (highly recommended) will clear your sinuses. Cheese slices are available upon polite request. Dur-ing the cooler months, try the signature Spanish stew. The homemade soups – pea or bean with ham – round out the menu. Outdoor seating and open late. Entrée: $4-$6 A G Q

The Red Room 302 E Madison St, Eau Claire • 855-0000 • Adjoining the ever-popular cajun joint Stella Blues, this bar counterpart features tables with Stella’s menu and they’ll gladly take your order and walk it over to you. $6-$10 A

Red Zone Sports Bar 2071 S Prairie View Rd, Chip-pewa Falls • 726-3030 • This down-to-earth and friendly sports bar offers food that goes beyond run-of-the-mill bar food. While their burgers are worthy of many compliments, the bar favorite is the Philly Cheesesteak. Also serves appetizers such as cheese curds and wings, and homemade soups. Outdoor seat-ing and open late. $5-$9 A G

Riverview Grille at Fanny Hill 3919 Crescent Ave, Eau Claire • 836-8184 • fannyhill.com • The elegant yet casual setting at Riverview Grille at Fanny Hill will please all ages. Their menu includes steak, sea-food, and Fanny’s famous Bailey’s Irish Dream Des-sert. Try the award winning Sunday brunch with it’s breakfast staples and unique creations from the chefs. Outdoor seating available, private party area, and veg-etarian friendly. $8-$22 A G R W

Sammy’s Pizza Restaurant & Pub 2812 London Rd, Eau Claire • 831-1300 • With a family-style pizza place up front (complete with cool diner furniture) and a full-scale bar in the back, Sammy’s is great for lunch, dinner, or a night out. Bring your friends for the House Special – pepperoni, hamburger, kosher salami, sausage, mushrooms, onion, and green pepper – or check out the broasted chicken. Weekday lunch buffet, private party room, vegetarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $7-$18 A D G R Q

Shari’s Chippewa Club 106 W Main St., Durand • 672-8785 • sharischippewaclub.com • A destination bar for its many music events and outdoor patio over-looking the river, Shari’s also serves up homemade specialty pizzas, burgers, and sandwiches. Their but-

terfly shrimp with Chippewa Chips is a house favorite, as is the scorching hot live blues music. They serve food late, and have a private party room. A W

Smith’s Country Inn S5786 Hwy. 37, Eau Claire • 836-9003 • A favorite local spot for eaters of all ages, Smith’s is homey, friendly, and relaxed. Popular menu items include classic comfort food, not to mention the famous fish fry and the juicy prime rib steaks (served on Thurs. and Sat.). Private party room, no reserva-tions on Friday, outdoor seating and pavilion available for parties. Entrée: $9-$13 A G R

Sparx Restaurant 1827 N. Broadway St., Menomonie • 235-3000 • sparxrestaurant.com • Sparx is the ulti-mate “meat and potatoes” kind of place. Specializing in “incredible burgers and smokin’ good steaks,” Sparx’s menu also includes vegetarian options like Butternut Squash Ravioli as well as signature drinks

at their full-service bar. If you’re especially hungry, try the Monster Burger with three 12 oz patties. Open late, outdoor patio. $9-$18 A G R W

Stout Ale House 1501 N. Broadway St., Menomonie • 233-3333 • stoutalehouse.com • Festooned with 37 TVs and packed with video games, dart machines, and pool tables, the Stout Ale House hopes you have a good time. Casual and fun, the eatery features a full menu of all-American food and a full bar with over 40 kinds of beer. Rent out a special “skybox” to rec-reate an at-the-game afternoon with friends. Outdoor seating, private party rooms/banquet hall, vegetarian friendly, and open late. Entrée: $7-$19 A G R W

Sweeney’s Bar & Grill 201 E. Canal St., Chippewa Falls • 723-9905 • A classic Wisconsin bar and grill where the locals go to get a burger or a homemade pizza. Sweeney’s boasts 26 kinds of half-pound burg-ers, and its relaxed atmosphere puts customers at ease. Open late and vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6-$7 A G

Tailgates Sports Bar & Grill 1505 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 552-1733 • tailgatessportsbar.com • As a classic Midwestern sports bar, Tailgates is known for their televised games. The menu itself features seasoned half-pound burgers and homemade pizza. The Monday night special – cheap burger, fries, and beer – is a local favorite. Outdoor seating (sum-mer beer garden), private party room, open late. En-trée: $6-$10 A G

Taverna Grill 2839 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 835-2845 • tavernagrill.com • Taverna Grill is a sports bar and grill from the owners of Draganetti’s. Dubbed “The Godfather of Game Day,” the restaurant combines the accommodations of a sports bar and a mafia theme. They offer an affordable Italian-American menu and







Think Leinenkugel’s battered mushrooms, three kinds of local cheese curds, and hand-crafted ice creams and desserts.

Ralph’s Red Apple Grill & Bar, Chippewa Falls


a wide variety of wine and beer. The menu consists of soups, salads, panini sandwiches, flat-bread pizzas, entrees such as their Tuscan Taverna Pasta, and des-serts. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. $5-$10 A G W

The Buck (aka Silver Dollar Saloon) 315 Main St., Menomonie • 235-9390 • A low-key, low-light, clas-sic pub style restaurant with a long bar and vintage atmosphere. Sit upstairs in the bar area, or escape to the cozy basement dining room. The re-vamped menu includes a wide variety of new appetizers, burgers, wraps, sandwiches and salads. The cheese curds are a big draw, as well as the burgers. Carry out and private space available. Entrée: $6-$10 A G W

Waterfront Bar & Grill 512 Crescent St., Menomonie • 235-6541 • A casual stop for a 20s and 30s crowd serving high-end bar food including many different chicken sandwiches, burgers, fish, quesadillas, wings, wraps, and more. Known for a great Friday fish fry, they also feature live music every Thursday night. The outdoor deck towers over Lake Menomonie, pro-viding a wide, sweeping vista with plenty of birds, boats, and breeze. Carry out available, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6-$14 A G W

West Hill Bar 250 W. Elm St., Chippewa Falls • 720-9281 • A neighborhood bar and grill serving up burg-ers and hot beef sandwiches. Outdoor seating, open late. Entrée: $3-$5 A

Whiskey Dicks 943 Harlem Ave., Altoona • 829-3425 • whiskeydicks.net • A warm and welcoming sports bar, Whiskey Dick’s specializes in burgers, wraps, homemade soups and sandwiches, boneless wings, a Friday fish fry, and Saturday prime rib. The center-piece of the bar menu is the list of Torino-style pizzas – long, calzone-like creations of steamy, cheesy good-ness. Check out the daily specials. Outdoor seating, private party room, meatless pizza available, open late. Entrée: $6-$14 A G R W Q

Wigwam Tavern 314 E. Madison St., Eau Claire • 834-9061 • wigwamtavern.com • A casual neighbor-hood bar and grill with a nice mix of regulars, the Wigwam serves up daily lunch specials like Friday fish fry and their famous creamed turkey over biscuits

(get there early, because when it’s out, it’s out). The regular menu offers sandwiches and terrific burgers. Catering available. Lunch delivery to businesses, breakfast on Sundays, volleyball court available for private parties, open late. Entrée: $5-$8 A G Q

Yankee Jack’s 2300 W. Princeton Ave., Eau Claire • 834-4050 • yankeejacks.com • Whether you’re a hun-gry golfer or just hungry, stop out to Yankee Jack’s. The atmosphere is casual, with flat screen TVs, deck seating, and friendly staff, and the food is even better. Fresh burgers, fantastic salads, homemade pizzas, and nightly specials (yes, a fish fry is one of them) will tackle your hunger, and the full-service bar complete with specialty drinks will quench your thirst. Can’t decide? Try their unique Reuben pizza. Open late, vegetarian friendly. $10 A G W

BAVARIANDas Bierhaus 120 6th Ave. W, Menomonie • 231-3230 • dasbierhaus-wi.com • Featuring a formidable range of domestic, imported, and brewed-on-site German beers, Das Bierhaus is the local destination for authentic Bavarian food and drink. The signature Schnitzel Strips are prepared fresh daily, and the Kae-seknacker (a cheesy sausage) is as enjoyable to eat as it is to say. $7-$17 A G W

BBQBig Daddy’s Barbeque 2495 S. Prarie View Road, Chippewa Falls • 404-8715 • If you’re looking for real barbecue, then look no further than Big Daddy’s. A modest prep shack connected to a big black barrel grill serves up a simple, yet amazingly satisfying menu of pulled pork, pulled beef brisket, and baby back pork ribs with house-made potato salad and baked beans. Also enjoy Italian sausage and Wisconsin bratwurst. Take-out and catering available. $4-$9

Buffalo Wild Wings 4612 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 858-9453 • buffalowildwings.com • A family-oriented sports bar with seven giant TV screens and 26 other TVs. Known for their chicken wings with a wide range of sauces, plus burgers, sandwiches, ribs, and more. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly, open until midnight, take out available. Entrée: $5-$15 A G W Q

Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que 2911 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 835-2227 • famousdaves.com • A fun fam-ily destination with good music and an energetic staff. From Texas beef brisket to chopped pork to rib plates (from four to 12 bones,), there’s plenty of BBQ to go around. Catering is a specialty of Famous Dave’s. Pri-vate party room, delivery, open late. Entrée: $6-$20 A D G Q

Mike’s Smokehouse 2235 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-8153 • Many customers consider Mike’s to be the only place in town for BBQ. Their meaty menu has plenty to offer, from beef and pork to chick-en and fish, plus baked potatoes as big as your head. The prime rib (served Thur. and Sat.) is a crowd pleas-er, and the beer-battered, deep-fried fish is spoken of in hushed, reverent tones. Outdoor seating, catering services, delivery. Entrée: $3-$12 A D G R W Q

Texas Roadhouse 5019 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 838-0035 • texasroadhouse.com • Upbeat and energetic, Texas Roadhouse is “that place they line dance every hour.” Their culinary claims to fame are hand-cut steaks and award-winning fall-off-the-bone ribs. Their bread is baked fresh all day long, and they make all dressings and side dishes from scratch. Free in-the-shell peanuts. Open late on weekends. En-trée: $6-$18 A G Q

CAFÉ/COFFEE HOUSE420 Internet Cafe 420 Washington St., Eau Claire • 833-2297 • cafe420.com • Eclectic décor, bamboo floors, and soothing colors are the backdrop for 420 Internet Café’s full-service coffee bar and sandwich shop. Try the signature gyro sandwich or the popular chocolate truffle mocha drink. Internet stations, out-door seating, private party services. Eat late Friday

The area’s only eatery specializing in Indian cuisine, Jewel of India (205 South Barstow St.) offers gourmet dishes and weekend lunch buffets. The chicken tikka masala is a favorite.

“Turks Head Coffee House307 S Barstow St., Eau Claire • 552-3838

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We stopped by for the first time on a Saturday. We tried the Moroccan Mocha and the Iced Vietnamese ... both unique flavors and delicious. The barista was patient in answering questions. They were also baking a caramel apple scone and were serving them to customers as fast as they came out of the oven. We’ll be back!”Write your own restaurant reviews of more than 250 establishments at www.VolumeOne.org


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and Saturday nights. Entrée: $4-$5 G W

4:30 AM Coffee Shop 608 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • 720-6165 • Known for their signature Cof-fee House Salad, homemade scones, wraps, various baked goods, and nifty little drive-up, 4:30 AM is a coffee mainstay of Chippewa Falls. Delivery, break-fast, vegetarian friendly. $5-$7 D G R W

Acoustic Café, Eau Claire 505 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 832-9090 • theacoustic.com • This down-town destination wants to make sure no one hungers for lack of a better sandwich. Known for their hot hoagies, the spacious and art-bedecked café also has pitas, soups, salads, a number of baked-from-scratch cookies, muffins, and more. Try their gourmet coffees and espressos. Expect live music on weekends. Out-door seating in season, vegetarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $4-$8 A G W Q

Acoustic Café, Menomonie 102 Main St., Menomonie • 235-1115 • A top-notch hoagie shop (everything from corned beef to hummus) that bakes its own bread from scratch, the Menomonie Acoustic Café features a cozy atmosphere and open mic ev-ery other Thursday. The trademark high-back booths make it a great place to grab lunch, hold a casual meeting, or just hang out. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly, and open late on weekends. Entrée: $3-$7.50 A G W

Bake ‘n’ Brew Cafe 17255 Co. Hwy. X, Chippewa Falls • 720-2360 • Everything is homemade at this laid back bakery and café. Bake ‘n’ Brew Café is known for their cinnamon rolls, salads, and sand-wiches. There is also a “lite” menu available. Vegetar-ian friendly, delivery available. Entrée: $3-$6 D G

Blind Munchies 621 Wilson Ave., Menomonie •

235-9300 • streetlevelministry.com • Open Tuesday through Friday, Blind Munchies features a full coffee bar, a from-scratch bakery, fresh sandwiches made to order, and new food made fresh every morning. Try their homemade pizzas, and keep an eye out for live music every other Friday and B-movie nights. Veg-etarian friendly, breakfast served, delivery of baked items available (for groups and events). Entrée: $3-$5 D G W

Borders Books and Music 4030 Commonwealth Ave, Eau Claire • 832-2852 • borders.com • Walk into Borders, hang a right, and you’ll find a full-service

coffee bar (Seattle’s Best) offering baked goods and cold sandwiches. Carrot cake is an old standard and always available, along with mini apple pie.Entrée: $5 W

Camille’s Sidewalk Café 1120 122nd St., Suite 3, Chippewa Falls • 833-2233 • camillescafe.com • Camille’s fast, casual dining offers all-day breakfast, wraps, grilled paninis, sandwiches, salads, pizza, cof-fee, and smoothies. They feature their own brand of soup and salsa, and offer catering services to boot. Outdoor seasonal seating, vegetarian friendly, break-fast, delivery, and private area available. Entrée: $7 A D G R W

Caribou Coffee 2321 State Hwy 25 N #308, Menomonie • 235-3627 • cariboucoffee.com • Wheth-

er you’re craving something hot or cold to whet your whistle (or a tasty baked treat to go along with it), Caribou has it all. Breakfast all day, catering, seasonal outdoor seating. $2-$3 G W

The Coffee Grounds 3460 Mall Dr., Hwy. 93, Eau Claire • 834-1733 || 2116 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 797-2198 || 3042 Commercial Blvd., Chippewa Falls • 797-2370 • thecoffeegrounds.com • The Coffee Grounds is a casual, European-style café plopped into the middle of a gourmet food/coffee/beer/wine/cigar giftshop. They offer a variety of baked goods, homemade soups, and fresh unique sandwiches. Their

menu is always evolving and you can order lunch on-line. Also, don’t forget about the coffee as they roast their own beans. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $5-$8 A G W

Down to Earth Garden Center 6025 Arndt Lane, Eau Claire • 833-1234 • dwntoearth.com • The newly opened café in the garden center offers a variety of natural and organic foods (including free-range eggs), along with fresh, local produce. Signature favorites include: grilled sandwiches, cracker crust pizzas, soups, and a variety of espresso drinks. Outdoor seat-ing available, vegetarian friendly.

Fireside Bistro Located inside Dove Healthcare-South on Hwy 93, 3656 Mall Drive, Eau Claire • 552-1035 • A small café located inside Dove Healthcare

With its retro lounge furniture, local artwork displays, and acoustic music, the 24-hour café is a relaxing place to enjoy a cup of coffee.

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South. The Bistro offers both breakfast and lunch, serving rolls, muffins, specialty coffees, soups, sal-ads, paninis, wraps, and sandwiches. Look for great value with the soup, sandwich, and soda combo. If sitting next to the indoor fireplace and 42-inch TV doesn’t tickle your fancy, head outside to the court-yard area and pavilion. Vegetarian friendly. $3-$6 G W

Gloria Jean’s Coffees 4800 Golf Rd. (Oakwood Mall), Eau Claire • 833-0040 • gloriajeans.com • A full-scale gourmet coffee shop known for its fla-vored brews, Gloria Jean’s uses beans selected from the top of the world’s Arabica bean crop. In addition to brewed coffee, the shop offers a variety of robust espresso drinks and “Blended Chillers” such as the popular White Chocolate Caramel Cookie Chiller. $1-$7 Q

The Goat Coffee House 408 Water St., Eau Claire • 831-4491 • A relaxed, full-scale coffee house of-fering an eclectic selection of fresh sandwiches, The Goat sports an interesting mix of furniture and décor. All sandwiches are prepared with sauces from Sil-ver Spring. A vegetarian delight is the Green Olive Twist (hummus, green olives, onion, and Swiss). Check out the fruit smoothies and cold, blended coffee drinks. Outdoor seating, private party room, breakfast served, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $4-$6 G R W Q

Golden Leaf Café 1706 Stout Rd, Menomonie • 231-5323 • goldenleafcafe.com • Gourmet organic panini sandwiches are the specialty at Golden Leaf Café, where you’ll also find homemade soups and salads. There’s no need to wait for dessert; they also sell Norske Nook pies (whole or by the slice). After eating, peruse the connected specialty shop for wine, foodstuffs, and tea. They also offer a gluten-free menu, as well as an espresso bar. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6.50 G W

Grand Avenue Café 119 W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire • 831-1100 • A quaint (and popular) little café known for their sandwiches, quiches, homemade soups, and bread pudding. Capitalize on one of their creative lunch specials. Vegetarian friendly, breakfast, out-door seating, Sunday brunch. Entrée: $6-$8 G R W

Harmony Corner Café 210 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 838-8760 • harmonycornercafe.com • This relaxing coffeehouse and sandwich shop has a menu full of fair trade, organic, and local eat- and drink-ables. Most everything is homemade, from the baked treats to the paninis, soups, and salads. Have a cup of joe or tea and enjoy live music on weekends and rotating regional art shows. Seasonal outdoor seating along the sidewalk, vegetarian friendly, breakfast, back room available for parties. Entrée: $6.50 A G R W Q

Infinitea Teahouse 112 Grand Ave., Eau Claire • 514-1975 • infiniteateahouse.com • Visit the only teahouse in the Chippewa Valley and prepare to be impressed by about 200 flavors of tea. Start by check-ing out the tea-filled test tubes so you can see and smell the leaves of your choice. The establishment has a constantly changing selection of baked goods, plus soup, salad, homemade hummus, and pitas. Check out the frequently scheduled musical guests. Some sidewalk seating. Entree $4-$6 G W Q

The Living Room Coffee House & Drive-Thru 2006 Cameron St., Eau Claire • 831-0245 || 1400 Bellinger St. (Midelfort Clinic), Eau Claire || 6025 Arndt Lane (Down to Earth Garden Center), Eau Claire • The Living Room’s mission is to make you feel at home - as long as your home has a full-service


420 Internet Cafe 420 Washington St., Eau Claire • 833-2297 • cafe420.comAcoustic Café 505 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 832-9090 • theacoustic.comAmber Inn Bar & Grill 840 E. Madison St., Eau Claire • 832-0568 Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 4745 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 831-1255 • applebees.com Azul Tequila 2503 London Rd • 833-0200Broadway Bar & Pizza 1920 S. Hastings Way • 832-5100 • broadwaypizzaeauclaire.com Buffalo Wild Wings 4612 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 858-9453 • buffalowildwings.com Burrachos Fresh Mexican Grill 5314 Prill Rd. • 834-1843 || 329 Water St. • 835-6195 • burrachos.com Buzzy’s Pizza Emporium 414 Water St., Eau Claire • 552-1600 • buzzyspe.com Chuck’s On Clairemont 1807 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 835-2485 Dana’s Bar & Grill - Eau Claire 6505 Texaco Dr., Eau Claire • 874-5954 Dooley’s Pub 442 Water St • 834-2388 Doubleday’s Sports Bar and Grill 3020 London Rd, Eau Claire • 833-2255 El Patio 228 Water St, Eau Claire • 855-8590Erbert and Gerbert’s 409 Water St, • 835-9995 || 3003 London Rd • 552-1933 • erbertandgerberts.com Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que 2911 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 835-2227 • famousdaves.com Fazoli’s Restaurant 3730 Gateway Dr, Eau Claire • 830-1039 • fazolis.com Fox Run Tavern 1515 S. 65th Ave., Eau Claire • 835-6489 • foxruntavern.com Girolamo’s Court ‘n House Bar 113 W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire • 832-5478 Glen Loch Saloon 1300 Jefferson Ave., Chip-pewa Falls • 723-1297 Golden Spike Bar & Grill 228 Division St., Al-toona • 552-5526 Green Mill Restaurant & Bar 2703 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 839-8687 • greenmilleauclaire.com Grizzly’s Wood-Fired Grill & Steaks 4890 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 832-6481 • grizzlysgrill.com Hilltop 924 E Madison St, Eau Claire • 835-9223 Hipps Pub-N-Grub S7650 State Rd. 37, Eau Claire • 834-7822Jim’s Pizza 421 Water St., Eau Claire • 838-8888 • jeffandjims.com Kim Chi Cafe 2823 London Rd • thekimchicafe.comThe Livery (aka Cowtown Saloon) 316 Wiscon-sin St., Eau Claire • 833-7666

Maple Lounge & Café 2507 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 552-1998Milwaukee Burger Company 2620 E Claire-mont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-6503 Mogie’s Pub and Restaurant 436 Water St., Eau Claire • 836-9666 • mogiespub.com New York Pizza & Deli 320 Water St. • 835-5000 Norske Nook at Northwoods Brewpub 3560 Oakwood Mall Dr. • 552-0510 Olive Garden 4920 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 838-0707 • olivegarden.com Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 2025 Highland Ave. • 834-9911 • perkinsrestaurants.com Pioneer Grill & Saloon E5699 Cty. Trk. D, Menomonie • 235-9927 • pioneergrill.com Pizza Del Re 911 N. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 834-0703 • pizzadelre.com Pizza Plus Eatery 208 S. Barstow St • 832-8844 Playmakers Bar & Grill 101 Graham Ave., Eau Claire • 830-8292Porter’s 205 S. Barstow St, in the Ramada, Eau Claire • 855-0856 • portersec.com Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge 404 Riverside Ave., Eau Claire • 834-0000 • racysnucleus.comRay’s Place 838 Water St., Eau Claire • 832-3991 Red Lobster 1019 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 833-0184 • redlobster.com Red Robin 3005 Golf Rd. • 834-4438 Sammy’s Pizza 2812 London Rd • 831-1300 T.G.I. FRiDAY’S 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 830-1424 • fridayseauclaire.com Tacos Juanita Mexican Restaurant 2873 E. Hamilton Ave, Eau Claire • 835-3229 Tailgates Sports Bar & Grill 1505 N. Clairemont Ave. • 552-1733 • tailgatessportsbar.comTempo 315 E Madison St • 833-7449 • coffeeti-meeauclaire.comTexas Roadhouse 5019 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 838-0035 • texasroadhouse.comUWEC Dining Halls Davies Center, Eau Claire • 836-3727 || Hilltop Center, Eau Claire VFW Post 7232 2900 W Folsom St • 832-3528 The Water Street Deli 628 Water St. • 514-4555 Wigwam Tavern 314 E. Madison St. • 834-9061 • wigwamtavern.comYankee Jack’s 2300 W. Princeton Ave., Eau Claire • 834-4050 • yankeejacks.com

menomonieAcoustic Café 102 Main St. • 235-1115Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 2303 Hwy 25 N • 233-3036 • applebees.com Burrachos Fresh Mexican Grill 2401 State

Highway 25 N # 2 • 233-0281 • burrachos.com City Limits Restaurant 2100 Co. Trk. B, Menomonie • 235-1166 Dean & Sue’s Bar & Grill 2002 Midway Rd., Menomonie • 235-9940 El Patio 1414 E. 9th St, Menomonie • 233-1476 Fuzzy’s Bar & Grill N5729 410th St., Menomonie • 231-3899 • fuzzysbarandgrill.com Jeff’s Pizza 145 Main St. • 231-3131 • jeffspiz-zashop.com Kyote’s Den Bar & Grill E2339 Hwy 29, Menomonie • 235-2777 Menomonie Log Jam 709 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 235-0703 • menomonielogjam.comPerkins Restaurant and Bakery 1720 N. Broad-way St. • 235-2234 • perkinsrestaurants.com Stout Ale House 1501 N. Broadway St., Menomonie • 233-3333 • stoutalehouse.com Ted’s Pizza Palace 306 E. Main St, Menomonie • 235-0600 • tedspizzapie.com Zanzibar Restaurant and Pub 228 E. Main St. • 231-9269 • zanzibarmenomonie.com

chippewa fallsBridgewater Restaurant and Pub 1009 W. Park Ave. • 723-6941 • avalonhotelchippewafalls.com Connell’s 18525 50th Ave • 723-5656 Eisold’s Irvine Bar 130 Fleet St. • 720-1280 Erwin’s 19th Hole 1705 County Highway OO, Chippewa Falls • 831-6337 Heckel’s Family Restaurant 2621 Hwy. 53, Chippewa Falls • 723-0844Lake Wissota Golf Course 16108 97th Ave. • 1-888-382-4780 • lakewissotagolf.comRed Zone Sports Bar 2071 S Prairie View Rd, Chippewa Falls • 726-3030Sweeney’s 201 E. Canal St. • 723-9905 West Hill Bar 250 W. Elm St. • 720-9281

otherAlbertville Tavern 8114 35th St., Colfax • 874-6217 Connell’s Club 12 E11295 Hwy. 12, Fall Creek • 877-2140 Hallie Bar and Grill 1713 Cty. Hwy OO, Hallie • 861-3870 The Pourhouse W301 Menomonie St., Elk Mound • 917-1020 • elkmoundpourhouse.com

Shari’s Chippewa Club 106 W Main St., Durand • 672-8785 • sharischippewaclub.comWhiskey Dicks 943 Harlem Ave., Altoona • 829-3425 • whiskeydicks.net

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coffee bar, Panini sandwiches, baked goods, and blended fruit tea smoothies. The monthly drink spe-cials are always popular, as is the breakfast sandwich with sausage and maple syrup. Outdoor seating as well as live music in the backyard for the summer, and vegetarian friendly. Some of these accommoda-tions do not apply to their smaller locations in Down to Earth Garden Center and Midelfort Clinic. Entrée: $5-$7 D G R W

The Nucleus Café 405 Water St., Eau Claire • 834-7777 • racysnucleus.com • Connected via a conve-nient hallway to Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge, The Nucleus is a cozy café with a European vibe serving breakfast and lunch. Check out the desserts, home-made soups, quiches, omelets, and distinctive sand-wiches. The Nucleus is also a traditional crêperie, offering a variety of dessert and main meal crêpes. Sunday brunch, outdoor seating, private party room, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $5-$7 A G R W Q

Panera Bread 4601 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 834-9752 • panerabread.com • A chain store featur-ing a full bakery and café where all breads are baked fresh. On the bakery side, they feature 20 different breads, 12 bagels, and 30 sweets and pastries – the Cinnamon Crunch bagel is among the favorites, sell-ing between 400 and 500 a day. The café features 15 sandwiches, 7 salads, and 7 (of 12) different soups on any given day with Chicken and Wild Rice as a best seller. Outdoor patio seating, vegetarian friendly, and Sunday brunch. Entrée: $5-$9 D W

Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge 404 Riverside Ave., Eau Claire • 834-0000 • racysnucleus.com • Con-nected via a convenient hallway to The Nucleus Café, Racy’s is a loungey coffee shop with an im-pressive range of brews. Check out the desserts, homemade soups, and astounding menu of distinc-tive sandwiches. Outdoor seating, private party area, and vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $5-$7 G W

Starbucks 2016 S Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 834-2513 || 953 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 836-7320 || 3649 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 838-0196 • starbucks.com • Coffee, tea, dessert, and other treats to warm you up, cool you down, or satisfy a crav-ing. W

Tempo 315 E Madison St., Eau Claire • 833-7449 • coffeetimeeauclaire.com • Italian for “time,” Tempo Cafe offers a variety of roasted coffee, cappucci-nos, bakery desserts, and sandwiches. With its retro lounge furniture, local artwork displays, and acoustic music, the 24-hour café is a relaxing place to enjoy a cup of coffee. There is even an historic espresso maker! $2-$4 W

Turks Head Coffee House 307 S Barstow St., Eau Claire • 552-3838 • turksheadcoffeehouse.com • Turks Head is a relaxing coffeehouse that places spe-cial emphasis on unique-flavored cookies and coffees from around the globe. Also try their breakfast items, soups, and sandwiches. Outdoor seating and vegetar-ian friendly. $6 G W

CAFETERIACVTC Valley Cafe 615 West Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire • 559-3513 • Located in the lower level of CVTC’s Business Education Center, the Valley Cafe offers hot breakfasts and lunches daily. Open to students, staff, and the public. Online menu available weekly with a variety of burgers, pizzas, and other delicious entrees. G W

Luther Midlefort Clinic Cafeteria 1400 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire • 838-5369 • Open 7am to 6pm


daily, the Midlefort Cafeteria serves up homecooked eats to patients, visitors, and the public. Their cooks create original recipes for their unique food bars that include ethnic delicacies as well as soups, their fa-mous baked chicken, and a new favorite, black bean patties. There’s also a daily 62-item salad bar and plenty of other options to promote healthy diets. Veg-etarian friendly. $1-$4 G W

Sacred Heart Hospital Cafeteria 900 W Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 839-4121 • sacredhearthospital-ec.org • The Sacred Heart Hospital Cafeteria offers a variety of meals to staff, volunteers, physicians and visitors. Hot entrees, homemade soups, a full salad bar, made-to-order deli sandwiches, “grab-n-go” pre-made sandwiches and homemade pizzas along with delicious desserts make up the menu. Open 6:30am to 6:30pm daily. G W

UW Stout Dining Halls 160 Merle Price Commons UW-Stout, Menomonie • 232-2134 || 712 Broadway St, Menomonie • 232-3463 • uwstout.edu • $1.50-$7.50 G W

UWEC Dining Halls Davies Center, Eau Claire • 836-3727 || Hilltop Center, Eau Claire • Often referred to as “the cafs”, the two cafeterias are popular dining destinations. Riverview is located in the Hilltop Cen-ter on upper campus, and the Terrace in Davies Center on lower campus. Open daily, the cafeterias offer an all-you-care-to-eat meal for breakfast, lunch, and din-ner with something to satisfy everyone’s appetite. Not limited to students or UWEC staff/faculty, the public is welcome as well. Hilltop open until midnight. Veg-etarian friendly. G W

CAJUNStella Blues 306 Madison St., Eau Claire • 855-7777 • stellablues.biz • Gallantly promoting and preserv-ing Cajun flavor in the Chippewa Valley, Stella’s is across from Phoenix Park. The snazzy décor features antiques from the area’s past, and the bar offers a formidable line of taps, not to mention a constantly changing drink menu. Signature dishes include the (spectacularly-named) Better Than Ribs Volcanic Pork. The portabella sandwich with melted bleu cheese and carmelized onions is a vegetarian favor-ite. Great outdoor seating, huge private party room, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $12-$26 A G R W Q

DESSERTS & TREATSBlakelee’s Chocolates & Sweet Things 115 9th Ave., Eau Claire • 514-0226 • Blakelee’s offers hard-to-find, “old-fashioned” candies and chocolates in an old-timey atmosphere. Just walking by the front door will make your sweet tooth tingle. n/a

Cold Stone Creamery 4613 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 831-8482 • coldstonecreamery.com • Personal customization is the name of the game at Cold Stone where you can mix and match an armada of toppings








and ingredients into one (or more) of the shop’s many high-quality ice creams. Be sure to try the Birthday Cake Remix, a customer favorite. The atmosphere is fun and often frantic as employees scoop the goods and sing songs. Ice cream cakes are also popular. Sea-sonal outdoor seating. $3-$6 Q

Dairy Queen 2801 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 835-5329 || 1160 Menomonie St., Eau Claire • 834-9323 || 2451 Birch St., Eau Claire • 835-2181 || 3057 N. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 832-9787 || 124 E. Park, Chip-

pewa Falls • 723-7911 || 12 Bridgewater, Chippewa Falls • 723-2811 || 1221 S. Broadway, Menomonie • 235-2320 || 4800 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 835-5958 • Whether you’re craving some food or tasty treats, they’ve got both. $3-$8

Dairy Queen/Orange Julius 4800 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 835-5958 • Ice cream and fruity smoothies are available through this conjoined shop in the mall food court. $3-$8

Great Harvest Bread Company 4324 South-towne Place, Eau Claire • 552-8000 • greatharvest-breadeauclaire.com • Freshly baked every morning, Great Harvest Bread Company uses quality whole wheat from local farms to craft a variety of breads and sweets with no added chemicals or preservatives. Breads of the month are offered, containing fresh-ground bakery whole wheat, nuts, and fruits. $5

Great Harvest Bread Company 4324 South-towne Place, Eau Claire • 552-8000 • greatharvest-breadeauclaire.com • Freshly baked every morning, Great Harvest Bread Company’s signature items use quality whole wheat from local farms in a variety of breads and sweets with no added chemicals or preser-vatives. Breads of the month are offered containing fresh-grind bakery whole wheat, nuts, and fruits.

Inside Scoop 4800 Golf Rd #69, Eau Claire • 838-0150 • This bulk candy store offers a variety of scoo-

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Legacy Chocolates 632 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 231-2580 • legacychocolates.com • Crafting truffles in no less than four levels of cocoa intensity (41%, 58.5%, 73.5%, and 85%) and eight flavors – that’s 32 possible varieties – Legacy Chocolates has your post-meal sweet tooth covered. Check out their Potion #9 chocolate sauce, roasted coffee beans, and coffee concentrates. Also serving lunch daily, and coffee and

espresso brewed one cup at a time. Vegetarian friend-ly. $3-$5 G R W

Obsession Chocolates 18 S Barstow St., Eau Claire • 830-8301 • obsessionchocolates.com • To call the famed local chocolatier’s freshly opened new loca-tion sweet is an understatement. On one side you’ve got a restaurant serving breakfast items like waffles and French toast and lunch items like sandwiches, soups, salads, and frittatas (all with a unique Obses-sion twist), and on the other a Chocolate Lounge with comfy seating and a fireplace, a perfect place for some wine and dessert (the truffles are amazing). Also has

a classroom space with guest chefs teaching cooking classes (space also rentable). Outdoor seating, Sunday brunch, and very vegetarian friendly. $5-$10 A G W

Olson’s Ice Cream Parlor & Deli 611 N. Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 723-4331 • Heading down to Olson’s for some homemade ice cream is a favorite local pastime. Their fresh ingredients and tempting sundaes have kept people coming back for decades. Now you can grab some soup and a deli sandwich prior to dessert. The Turkey BLT is an employee fa-vorite. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $5-$6 D W Q

Simply Cakes 3636 Melby St., Lake Hallie • 514-4549 • simplycakesllc.com • This small bakery, owned and operated by one person, whips up custom cut-out cookies, homemade candy, whimsical cupcake “bou-quets,” (made to look like a bouquet of roses or sun-flowers), and custom wedding cakes, to name a few. All cakes are buttercream and made from scratch. Ice cream and chocolate-dipped fruits also available. De-livery for larger orders, outdoor seating. Starting at $15 D G W

Sue’s Deluxe Bake Shop 1319 Birch St, Eau Claire • 552-3931 • A neighborhood favorite, Sue’s mostly homemade items include bars, sweet rolls, cookies, and cakes. Take home a pack of the savory onion rolls, try their Custard Angel Food Cake made from scratch, or come in Thursdays for their homemade pasties. Cake decorating available. No seating, veg-etarian friendly, serves breakfast. $1-$3 Q

Summer Snow 2600 London Rd, Eau Claire • 894-7436 • Over 60 flavors of shaved ice to choose from, and even more options when you add the extras like cream, yum! A favorite spot for cool treats in the sum-mer heat. Located in the parking lot of Harbor Freight Tools on London Road. Now accepting credit and cash. $2

FAMILY STYLEAlbertville Tavern 8114 35th St., Colfax • 874-6217 • Albertville is a casual family place where the gener-ous Friday fish fry and BBQ ribs are legendary, but the prime rib (served Wednesdays and Saturdays) draws people from halfway across the state. Word has it the bar will serve you the best Old Fashioned in all of Albertville. Located on the state snowmobile trail with outdoor seating and late-night eats (pizza). En-trée: $8-$12 A G R Q

Altoona Family Restaurant 2000 N. Hillcrest Pkwy., Altoona • 830-5000 • American food in a simple fam-ily atmosphere where breakfast is served all day and homemade specials are the norm. AFR is popular for fish frys on Friday nights. Sunday brunch, vegetar-ian friendly, and, of course, breakfast. Entrée: $5-$9 G R Q

Tucked into Banbury Place, Lewie J’s (800 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire, building D2) serves break-fast all day long, featuring items like their strawberry cheesecake pancakes with sides aplenty.

“Altoona Family Restaurant2000 N Hillcrest Pkwy, Altoona • 830-5000

review by Localeater

This restaurant has got it figured out. Good food, family friendly, lots of local people, repeat customers ... Why? Customer service. They are fast, and always friendly. They want every customer to be satisfied. Can you say coffee? Pop? Wa-ter? Refills galore. Just like the old days ... ah ... finally a business who gets it.”Write your own restaurant reviews of more than 250 establishments at www.VolumeOne.org


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Over 60 flavors of shaved ice to choose from, and even more options when you add the extras like cream, yum!

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American Table Family Restaurant 2426 Seymour Rd, Eau Claire • 552-5348 • American Table is one of those great places that offers a menu with a bit of everything (some seafood, Mexican, Italian, and clas-sic American fare). Try a hot sandwich, taco salad, or the spaghetti. Don’t forget to save room for dessert. Breakfast served all day long. $7-$13 G R

Bresina’s Old Home Restaurant 704 E. Grand Ave., Chippewa Falls • 723-7973 • A quality, plain Jane, working class joint where everyone is wel-come. Known for good home cooking, homemade hashbrowns, and their potato dumplings. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $3-$12 G R

The Cabin on Grand 24 W. Grand Ave., Chippewa Falls • 723-4025 • Nothing comes out of a can at The Cabin on Grand in Chippewa Falls. These cooks are obsessed with fresh ingredients, packing them into dozens of specialty omelets, which are served all day. Slather some apple butter or syrup on their popular potato pancakes, or tie into an Eggs Benedict. The comfortable, homey downtown diner welcomes veg-etarians as well, offering a number of veggie omelets and quesadillas. $4-$8 A G R W

Chick-A-Dee’s Family Restaurant 1928 3rd St., Eau Claire • 832-7724 • A traditional family-style restaurant that has been around for ages, Chick-A-Dee’s is known for its all-day breakfast and daily specials. Sunday brunch available. Entrée: $4-$10 G

Chicken Unlimited 1410 Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 834-6688 • A classic local destination, Chicken Un-limited has been in town for over 40 years. Order at the counter and grab a seat in their kitschy chicken-joint atmosphere where the most popular dish is ... fried chicken. Entrée: $5-$10 G Q

Chippewa Family Restaurant 1701 Kennedy Rd, Chippewa Falls • 723-4751 • One of the area’s big breakfast spots, the Chippewa Family Restaurant cracks open more eggs than a clumsy farmer. How-ever, regulars of all ages show up for lunch and din-ner as well (not to mention the homey atmosphere). Check out the daily specials and Sunday brunch. The plentiful comfort food is available for carry out. En-trée: $4-$9 G R

City Limits Restaurant 2100 Co. Trk. B, Menomonie • 235-1166 • Located right on exit 45, City Limits serves up classic diner food in a fun atmosphere where the waitstaff treats you right and almost every-thing is homemade. Try the popular desserts (carrot cake especially). Sunday brunch, private party room, banquet services, open late, breakfast, delivery avail-able. Entrée: $7-$10 A D G W

Exit 59 Family Restaurant 6220 Texaco Dr, Eau Claire • 874-6213 • A family diner atmosphere fea-turing breakfast skillets, pancakes, burgers, and more. Private party room, vegetarian friendly, buffet, Sun-day brunch, catering, and delivery available. Entrée: $6-$13 A D G R W

Golden Eagle Restaurant 16760 Co. Trk. X, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-2948 • A family-style restaurant cooking up food the whole family can enjoy. Check out the Friday fish fry. Their breakfast and Sunday brunch keep the locals happy, especially the pan-cakes. Entrée: $6 G R

Heckel’s Family Restaurant 2621 Hwy. 53, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-0844 • Heckel’s has a comfort-able hometown atmosphere with friendly service. Family style classics like broasted chicken, creamed corn, and big, hearty muffins fill the menu. Breakfast served all day, vegetarian friendly, and open 24 hours. Entrée: $6-$10 G R

Some places inherently have easy options for vegetarians: Chinese buffets, Mexican restaurants, sandwich shops, and pizza places. Here are a few more full restaurants that consider themselves vegetarian friendly ...

29 Pines Corner of Hwy. 29 and Co. Hwy. T, Eau Claire • 874-2929 4:30 AM Coffee Shop 608 N. Bridge St., Chip-pewa Falls • 720-6165 Acoustic Café, Eau Claire 505 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 832-9090 • theacoustic.comAcoustic Café, Menomonie 102 Main St., Menomonie • 235-1115 Bake ‘n’ Brew Cafe 17255 Co. Hwy. X, Chip-pewa Falls • 720-2360 Blind Munchies 621 Wilson Ave., Menomonie • 235-9300 • streetlevelministry.com The Cabin on Grand 24 W. Grand Ave., Chip-pewa Falls • 723-4025 Camille’s Sidewalk Café 1120 122nd St., Suite 3, Chippewa Falls • 833-2233 • camillescafe.com Cicione’s 120 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 833-8939 The Coffee Grounds 3460 Mall Dr., Hwy. 93, Eau Claire • 834-1733 || 2116 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 797-2198 || 3042 Commercial Blvd., Chippewa Falls • 797-2370 • thecoffeegrounds.com Down to Earth Garden Center 6025 Arndt Lane, Eau Claire • 833-1234 • dwntoearth.com Draganetti’s Ristorante 3120 Hillcrest Pkwy., Altoona • 834-9234 • draganettis.com The Dulany 105 Garfield. Ave, Eau Claire • 836-5261Duncan Creek Wine Bar and Grille 213 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • 723-7000 Eau Claire Fusion 309 E Grand Ave., Eau Claire • 832-8550 • eauclairefusion.comThe Edge Pub & Eatery 9504 Cty Hwy S., Chip-pewa Falls • 723-2400 • theedgeonwissota.com Exit 59 Family Restaurant 6220 Texaco Dr, Eau Claire • 874-6213 Family Farms Market 50684 N. Main St., Eleva • 287-3332 • familyfarmsmarket.com Fireside Bistro Located inside Dove Healthcare-South on Hwy 93, 3656 Mall Drive, Eau Claire • 552-1035 Fischer’s On The Green 2333 Hillcrest Pkwy., Altoona • 832-9711 • fischersgreen.com Foster Cheese Haus E10934 County Hwy HH, Osseo • 597-6605 • fostercheesehaus.comThe Goat Coffee House 408 Water St., Eau Claire • 831-4491 Golden Leaf Café 1706 Stout Rd, Menomonie • 231-5323 • goldenleafcafe.com Grand Avenue Café 119 W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire • 831-1100 Harmony Corner Café 210 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 838-8760 • harmonycornercafe.com Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub 415 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 835-6621 • houligans.net Jewel Of India 205 South Barstow St., Eau Claire

Legacy Chocolates 632 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 231-2580 • legacychocolates.com The Living Room Coffee House & Drive-Thru 2006 Cameron St., Eau Claire • 831-0245 || 1400 Bellinger St. (Midelfort Clinic), Eau Claire || 6025 Arndt Lane (Down to Earth Garden Center), Eau Claire Lucy’s Delicatessen 117 N Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 720-9800 • foreign5.com Mancino’s Grinders and Pizza 4056 Com-monwealth Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4000 || 809 W. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4100 • manci-noseauclaire.com Moe’s Diner 12701 10th St, Osseo • 597-3912Mogie’s Pub and Restaurant 436 Water St., Eau Claire • 836-9666 • mogiespub.com Mona Lisa’s 428 Water St., Eau Claire • 839-8969 • monalisas.biz Noodles & Company 4653 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 858-9000 • noodles.com Norske Nook at Northwoods Brewpub 3560 Oakwood Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 552-0510 • northwoodsbrewpub.com The Nucleus Café 405 Water St., Eau Claire • 834-7777 • racysnucleus.com Obsession Chocolates 18 S Barstow St., Eau Claire • 830-8301 • obsessionchocolates.com Olson’s Ice Cream Parlor & Deli 611 N. Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 723-4331 The Pourhouse W301 Menomonie St., Elk mound • 917-1020 • elkmoundpourhouse.com Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge 404 Riverside Ave., Eau Claire • 834-0000 • racysnucleus.comRalph’s Red Apple Grill & Bar 465 Chippewa Mall Dr., Chippewa Falls • 861-5600 • ralphsre-dapplegrill.comRaw Deal 603 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 231-3255 • rawdeal-wi.comRiverview Grille at Fanny Hill 3919 Crescent Ave, Eau Claire • 836-8184 • fannyhill.comSkoog’s Parkside 932 N. Broadway St, Menomonie • 235-6124 • skoogsparkside.comStella Blues 306 Madison St., Eau Claire • 855-7777 • stellablues.biz Sweetwaters Restaurant & Bar 1104 W. Claire-mont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-5777 • sweetwater-sec.comTaverna Grill 2839 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 835-2845 • tavernagrill.comTempo 315 E Madison St., Eau Claire • 833-7449 • coffeetimeeauclaire.com Turks Head Coffee House 307 S Barstow St., Eau Claire • 552-3838 • turksheadcoffeehouse.com The Water Street Deli 628 Water St., Eau Claire • 514-4555 Zanzibar Restaurant and Pub 228 E. Main St., Menomonie • 231-9269 • zanzibarmenomonie.com

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Lewie J’s 800 Wisconsin Street, Eau Claire • 833-7510 • lewiejs.com • With the slogan “bringing families back to the table,” Lewie J’s offers classic American favorites such as eggs and bacon, lasagna, chicken, pasta, and steak. Breakfast is also served all day and affordable daily specials are offered for lunch and dinner. It’s a casual and family-friendly atmosphere. They offer catering options to accom-modate up to 70 people. Sunday brunch, delivery available. $6-$7 D G R W

Maple Lounge & Café 2507 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 552-1998 • A cozy family place that’s open for breakfast and lunch. The homemade chicken dumpling soup is a must, as is the classic roast beef sandwich. Breakfast served on Sunday, private party room, outdoor seating, and some food available after 10 pm. Entrée: $3-$6 A G R W

Menomonie Family Restaurant 2616 Hils Ct, Menomonie • 235-9000 • menomoniefamilyrestau-rant.com • This is one of those great places where breakfast is served all day long and the staff keeps things homey and relaxed. With a menu offering hearty favorites like ribs, meatloaf, Swedish meat-balls, and roast pork/chicken/turkey sandwiches, you’ll have no excuse if you go home hungry. Out-door seating, private party room. Entrée: $7-$10 G R

Mike’s Smokehouse 2235 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-8153 • Many customers consider Mike’s to be the only place in town for BBQ. Their meaty menu has plenty to offer, from beef and pork to chicken and fish, plus baked potatoes as big as your head. The prime rib (served Thur. and Sat.) is a crowd pleaser, and the beer-battered, deep-fried fish is spoken of in hushed, reverent tones. Outdoor seat-ing, catering services, delivery. Entrée: $3-$12 A D G R W Q

Moe’s Diner 12701 10th St, Osseo • 597-3912 • As the name implies, the “almost world famous” Moe’s dishes up classic diner food. Excellent breakfast plates, burgers, steaks, and salads fill out the menu. The hand-dipped malts and broasted chicken will put a smile on your face. Check out the 50’s décor and try the car hop service. Outdoor seating, private party room, vegetarian friendly, breakfast served. Entrée: $7-$9 G

Mom’s Kitchen 3035 N. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 838-8994 • Offering home-style cooking at its fin-est, the waitstaff at Mom’s will treat you right. The hot beef and mashed potato sandwich (on homemade bread) is worth the trip all by itself, but also check out the meatloaf and pork-n-kraut dinners. Catering available, breakfast served. Entrée: $7 G R W

Norske Nook at Northwoods Brewpub 3560 Oak-wood Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 552-0510 • northwood-sbrewpub.com • The hearty comfort food of Norske Nook combined with the excellent pub grub and mi-crobrews of Northwoods offers a culinary one-two punch capable of destroying your hunger. Check out the elk and buffalo dishes, fried cukes, and various lefse concoctions. Breakfast, outdoor seating, veg-etarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $6-$17 A G R W Q

Old Country Buffet 2613 E. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 834-7747 • buffetsinc.com • A casual (and giant) buffet where easy listening music wafts about the dining area, the plates at OCB get piled high with numerous home-style favorites. OCB breads its own chicken, and three carved meats are always on hand for your main course enjoyment. Open for breakfast Saturday and brunch Sunday, vegetarian



friendly. $8-$11 G

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1720 N. Broadway St., Menomonie • 235-2234 • perkinsrestaurants.com • With classic favorites like the Tremendous Twelve breakfast and the Chicken Tender Melt, not to men-tion seasonal specialty items, Perkin’s has something for the whole family any time day or night. Breakfast served all day. Curbside to-go service, open 24 hours. Entrée: $5-$10 G R W

Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 2025 Highland Ave., Eau Claire • 834-9911 • perkinsrestaurants.com • Big, comfy booths and a homey feel make Perkins a great place for family dining. From breakfast to dinner, they’ve got you covered. The pancakes are a local favorite and the bakery offers pies, cookies, muffins, and more. Breakfast served all day. Vegetar-ian friendly, open 24 hrs. Entrée: $5-$10 G Q


Randy’s Family Restaurant 1132 MacArthur Ave, Eau Claire • 839-8449 • A classic family eatery where Norman Rockwell would probably love to have breakfast, families and local regulars stop in for the friendly service and homey atmosphere. The menu bursts with all-American dinner favorites, but the locals rave about the homemade chicken dump-ling soup and fantastic hashbrowns. Entrée: $5-$8 G R Q

Ted’s Pizza Palace 306 E. Main St, Menomonie • 235-0600 • tedspizzapie.com • An authentic pizza parlor that crafts its own sausage, sauces, and crust, Ted’s is a family favorite. There’s something for ev-eryone, as the menu also features roasted chicken, hot beefs, and gyros (complete with a creamy family recipe sauce). Games and TVs keep things fun and casual. Meatless pizza and pasta sauces available. Open late. Entrée: $8-$15 A D G

FAST FOODA & W 4732 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 833-8887 • awrestaurants.com • Fast food with a classic drive-in vibe. And root beer floats, of course. Outdoor seating. Entree: $5 G

Arby’s 2821 Hendrickson Dr., Eau Claire • 838-7001 || 1019 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 838-7004 || 4800 Golf Rd., Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire • 838-7002 || 307 Prairie View Rd., Chippewa Falls • 726-8888 || 1456 Kennedy Rd., Chippewa Falls • 720-8888 || 1717 Broadway St. N, Menomonie • 233-0747 || 3227 Benrud Pkwy # 200, Eau Claire • 839-9800 • arbys.com • Roast beef sandwiches and more. $5-$8

Auntie Anne’s Pretzels 4800 Golf Road, Eau Claire • Soft pretzels and more.

Burger King 544 Main St, Menomonie • 235-6017 || 2833 North Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 836-6788 || 926 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 836-6781 || 2626 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 836-6787 || 2752 120th St, Chippewa Falls • 723-8780 || 6124 Texaco Drive, Eau Claire • 874-6534 || 4800 Golf Road, Eau Claire • 836-6783 || 2320 Wisconsin 25, Menomonie • 235-1190 • Burgers, fries, and soft drinks. And more. $5


Culver’s 2021 Brackett Ave, Eau Claire • 831-1060 || 2520 Folsom St., Eau Claire • 831-0741 || 2573 Commercial Blvd, Chippewa Falls • 726-9343 || 1330 Stout Rd, Menomonie • 233-0330 || 4750 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • culvers.com • With a wide range of hearty homestyle eats, Culver’s invites you to “taste how much we care.” The trademark ButterBurgers are never made with frozen meat and the North Atlan-tic Cod is hand-dipped and fried to a golden crisp. The super-thick, creamy custard is made fresh throughout the day. Outdoor seating, open late. Entrée: $4-$8 G W Q

Dairy Queen 2801 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 835-5329 || 1160 Menomonie St., Eau Claire • 834-9323 || 2451 Birch St., Eau Claire • 835-2181 || 3057 N. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 832-9787 || 124 E. Park, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-7911 || 12 Bridgewater, Chippewa Falls • 723-2811 || 1221 S. Broadway, Menomonie • 235-2320 || 4800 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 835-5958 • Whether you’re craving some food or tasty treats, they’ve got both. $3-$8

Dairy Queen/Orange Julius 4800 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 835-5958 • Ice cream and fruity smoothies are available through this conjoined shop in the mall food court. $3-$8

Fazoli’s Restaurant 3730 Gateway Dr, Eau Claire • 830-1039 • fazolis.com • A fast food-style Italian restaurant featuring all the classic favorites includ-ing lasagna, spaghetti, fettuccine, baked pastas, and more. Try the famous sampler platter to get a bit of it all, and don’t forget about the unlimited breadsticks. Vegetarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $3-$7 G R

Happy Wok 4800 Golf Road, Eau Claire • Asian. Quick and tasty.

Hardee’s 1000 West Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 836-6805 || 2109 Highland Ave, Eau Claire • 836-8692 || 2933 Western Ave, Eau Claire • 836-6814 • Thick. Burgers. $6

KFC 2003 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 834-7181 || 1017 Woodward Ave, Chippewa Falls • 723-4771 • Home of finger-lickin’ good chicken. $3-$10

LaGrander’s Drive-In 18143 Co. Trk. X, Chippewa Falls • 723-0672 • Nothing says summer like a trip to the drive-in. A local landmark located right across from Ray’s beach, LaGrander’s makes their own root beer and scoops up country-style ice cream in addi-tion to their classic drive-in fare. Eat in your car or one of the gazebos. Open May 1-Sept. 1, seven days a week, and weekends in April and September, weather permitting. Entrée: $2-$8

McDonald’s 2702 Craig Rd, Eau Claire • 835-7951 || 3708 Gateway Dr, Eau Claire • 830-1135 || 1513 S.

Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 835-9919 || 6251 Truax Ln, Eau Claire • 874-6771 || 100 Prairie View Rd, Chippewa Falls • 723-7187 || 1515 N. Broadway, Menomonie • 235-4339 • Home of the Big Mac. $3-$6

Sonic Drive-In 2831 Hendrickson Dr., Eau Claire • 552-3229 • sonicdrivein.com • Sonic serves a full menu of burgers, chicken sandwiches, chicken wraps, and hot dogs, plus coffee, smoothies, limeades, and frozen treat selections. Order from the drive-thru or their parking stalls, with food delivered from roller skating attendees (weather permitting). Outdoor seat-ing, breakfast served (breakfast burritos, sandwiches, french toast sticks and more). $5-$7

Subway 2705 Henry Ave, Eau Claire • 836-0024 || 1005 Clairemont Ave. W, Eau Claire • 832-8848 || 2413 Eddy Ln, Eau Claire • 831-1090 || 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 833-1605 || 3915 Gateway Dr, Eau Claire • 830-8276 || 329 Water St, Eau Claire • 833-7697 || 1027 N Hillcrest Pkwy., Altoona • 834-2447 || 2119 Cameron St, Eau Claire • 831-6214 || 6123 Truax Ln, Eau Claire • 874-6945 || 4304 Jeffers Rd, Eau Claire • 833-8801 || 860 Woodward Ave, Chippe-wa Falls • 723-0399 || 319 S Broadway, Menomonie • 235-6466 || 2401 Hwy 25 N, Menomonie • 235-1800 || 180 Cedar Falls Rd, Menomonie • 233-0630 • Tasty submarine sandwiches and pizzas. $4-$10

Taco Bell 2056 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 836-9588 || 2512 Craig Rd, Eau Claire • 835-1887 || 1401 N. Broadway, Menomonie • 232-9210 • Run for the border. $5-$8

Taco John’s 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 834-1991 || 2001 Brackett Ave, Eau Claire • 834-0031 || 242 Wa-ter St, Eau Claire • 832-1149 || 257 W. Prairie View Rd, Chippewa Falls • 723-5011 || 1526 Broadway Street N, Menomonie • 235-4477 • There’s a whole lotta Mexican going on. $5-$8

Teddy’s Tubesteaks 617 S Broadway St, Menomonie • Located near the Stout campus, Teddy’s caters to Menomonie bar crowd. Open Thursday to Saturday from midnight to 3am, they serve up hot dog paradise after a night on the town. $2-$4

Wendy’s 1605 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 839-8141 || 959 W. Clairmont Ave, Eau Claire • 839-9208 || 360 Chippewa Mall Dr, Chippewa Falls • 723-9507 || 1627 N. Broadway, Menomonie • 233-1080 • Burg-er meals and cold frosty choices to satisfy the hunger pangs. $3-$8

FINE DININGBridgewater Restaurant and Pub 1009 W. Park Ave., Chippewa Falls • 723-6941 • avalonhotelchip-pewafalls.com • This relaxed and casual yet upscale restaurant is known for their cut-to-order steaks, weekly night specials, and bloody marys. With an attached bar, there is live music Thursday through Saturday. Open late on weekends, vegetarian friendly, private room available. $6-$20 A G R W

Burgandy’s Restaurant 1202 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-3181 • plazaeauclaire.com • Bur-gandy’s offers quiet fine dining attached to the Plaza Hotel and Brewski’s bar and grill. They’re known for their popovers and Friday night fish and shrimp buf-fet. Lunch buffet weekdays, brunch buffet on Sunday. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $10-$22 A G R W

Fischer’s On The Green 2333 Hillcrest Pkwy., Altoona • 832-9711 • fischersgreen.com • Located within Hillcrest Country Club, Fischer’s has been a staple for fine dining in the Chippewa Valley for over 60 years. Known for their dry-aged steaks, you can also enjoy seasonal favorites such as the Apple Ba-con Wrapped Scallops. Private party rooms available, some outdoor patio seating, vegetarian friendly, and catering available. Entrée: $17-$35 A G R W Q

Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub 415 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 835-6621 • houligans.net • Rich, worn-in woodwork threads across the walls of Houli-gans - take a seat at the bar, or in the cozy dining area. It’s a great place to grab a beer and a hearty meal. The menu offers a top-notch selection of steaks and sea-food, but the Candied Garlic New York Strip is the big crowd-pleaser. Outdoor seating, private party room, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $13-$29 A G R W Q

Sweetwaters Restaurant & Bar 1104 W. Claire-mont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-5777 • sweetwatersec.com • Upscale yet casual with a contemporary vibe, Sweetwaters is great for a night out on the town or a cozy dinner with drinks and conversation. Signature dishes include the Chipotle Ribeye and the chicken tchoupitoulas (served on a bed of ham and potato hash). Check out the lunch buffet and the Friday night fish fry. Outdoor seating, private party/banquet room, and vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $8-$25 A G R W

FUSIONEau Claire Fusion 309 E Grand Ave., Eau Claire • 832-8550 • eauclairefusion.com • Inside the bright yellow and orange walls of Eau Claire Fusion you’ll find a wide variety of shakes and smoothies packed with vitamins and nutrients at only 250 calories, perfect for those who want a nutritious meal on the go. There’s an outrageous amount of fusion flavors, ranging from Tropical Fruit Splash to Apple Pie and Reese’s Peanut Butter. The cost also nets you a tea to help boost your metabolism and a shot of aloe to help out your digestive system. Vegetarian friendly. $6 G W

GREEKNew York Pizza & Deli 320 Water St., Eau Claire • 835-5000 • A popular after-bar destination, the un-

“Lucy’s Delicatessen117 N Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • 720-9800

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We went here last year when we had a guest from outside of the area. Wonderful selection of entrees with original combinations of meats, fruits and sauces. Very informative and friendly staff. The menu is always changing with constantly new options to choose from, but if it’s available I recommend the cranberry chutney. ”Write your own restaurant reviews of more than 250 establishments at www.VolumeOne.org


The menu offers a top-notch selection of steaks and seafood, but the Candied Garlic New York Strip is the big crowd-pleaser.

Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub, Eau Claire


assuming and super-casual New York Pizza and Deli offers a quick stop for Greek favorites like hummus, falafel, and (of course) gyros. They also offer pastas and pizza. Vegetarian friendly, open late. Entrée: $5-$7 D G

The Olympic Flame 2920 London Rd., Eau Claire • 835-7771 • Eau Claire’s longest-standing gyro joint, The Olympic Flame offers a number of traditional Greek dishes alongside the trademark, savory, pita-based sandwich. The bar is a bit of a local hangout and a great place to relax. Entrée: $4-$9 A Q

The Water Street Deli 628 Water St., Eau Claire • 514-4555 • This combination deli/restaurant/grocery store specializes in Mediterranean cuisine such as falafel, gyros, hummus, baba ghanoush, and chicken kebabs. They also offer traditional American items such as Philly Steak sandwiches and burgers. Lunch specials are available Monday through Friday. Vege-tarian friendly, open late, delivery available, sidewalk seating available. $4-$10 D G R W

INDIANJewel Of India 205 South Barstow St., Eau Claire • Located next to Porter’s Restaurant on S. Barstow, Jewel of India offers a delicious selection of gour-met Indian dishes in a cozy, traditional atmosphere. Whether you’re in the mood for appetizers, seafood, or the ever-popular chicken tikka masala, the only Indian restaurant in Eau Claire has got it all. Mon-day through Saturday lunch buffet and Sunday eve-ning buffet. Desserts are also available. Drop in for a delicious dose of curry-filled, culturally-enhanced cuisine! Vegetarian friendly. Starting around $11 A D G R

ITALIAN3rd Shift’s Pasty Pizza and More 1722 N. Claire-mont Ave., Eau Claire • 831-7171 • Third shifters have hit the jackpot at this eatery. Choose from a vari-

ety of pasties, like the hearty signature Cornish pasty -- a crusty, warm pocket filled with ground sirloin and pork tip, carrots, and potatoes. Purchase one fresh or take home a few frozen ones. Pizzas can be take-and-bake or made right in the store. Pizza dough and pasty crust are both prepared from scratch and use all fresh ingredients. Vegetarian friendly, party room available for 10-15 with reservation. $5-$17 G W

Cicione’s 120 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 833-8939 • A casual and homey place that virtually takes you to old world Italy with its rustic decor and atmo-sphere. A wide array of Italian (and American) dishes are available, but their Cajun pasta and Philly cheese steak sandwich are among the most popular. Don’t forget the warm bread and special butter spread. Takeout and catering available, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $8-$15 A G R

Draganetti’s Ristorante 3120 Hillcrest Pkwy., Al-toona • 834-9234 • draganettis.com • A family tradi-tion of Italian excellence with a reputable local his-tory dating back to 1982. Enjoy their casual/upscale atmosphere by starting with appetizers and salads, then choosing from chicken, fish, veal, beef, and a vast array of pastas and sauces - plus seasonal spe-cials. Don’t forget about their famous pizzas includ-ing the Pesto, the Commissioner, or a build-your-own masterpiece. Private party room, catering available, seating on an outdoor deck, vegetarian friendly. En-trée: $10-$20 A G R W Q

Duncan Creek Wine Bar and Grille 213 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • 723-7000 • Customers have compared their dining experience at Duncan Creek to that of a casual, metropolitan bistro. This eatery features a nightly special along with signature dishes such as the pan-seared halibut, the chicken messina stuffed with mozzarella and goat cheese and topped with a tomato vodka sauce all over ricotta ravioli, or the caramel fried banana dessert. More than 70 variet-ies of wine to choose from, vegetarian options avail-able, and outdoor seating. Entrée: $10-$19 A G R

Fazoli’s Restaurant 3730 Gateway Dr, Eau Claire • 830-1039 • fazolis.com • A fast food-style Italian restaurant featuring all the classic favorites includ-ing lasagna, spaghetti, fettuccine, baked pastas, and more. Try the famous sampler platter to get a bit of it all, and don’t forget about the unlimited breadsticks. Vegetarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $3-$7 G R

Green Mill Restaurant & Bar, Eau Claire 2703 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 839-8687 • greenmilleau-claire.com • Green Mill’s full menu is available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Among the extensive menu items are specialty pizzas, chicken wings, large salads, and a number of unique pastas such as the But-ternut Squash Ravioli. Delivery, private party room, vegetarian friendly, open late. Entrée: $8-$12 A D G R W

Mancino’s Grinders and Pizza 4056 Com-monwealth Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4000 || 809 W. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4100 • mancino-seauclaire.com • Mancino’s is fast, relaxed, and fam-ily-friendly. Their trademark “grinder” sandwiches are toasted open-face on bread baked fresh every day. The popular Chicken Ranch grinder combines mari-nated chicken, bacon, cheese, ranch sauce, and mayo for a simple yet effective taste explosion. Every sand-wich comes with a crunchy pickle. Catering services, party platters, vegetarian friendly, delivery. Entrée: $4-$6 A D G W

Mona Lisa’s 428 Water St., Eau Claire • 839-8969 • monalisas.biz • The deep, rich colors, original art-work, and Mediterranean vibe is reason enough to check out Mona’s. But the menu, which changes weekly depending on what’s fresh, offers plenty of other reasons. The original seafood dishes are a must, and the thin-crust pizzas are worth your time. Don’t forget to check out the extensive wine list and popular Mona Margarita. If the weather’s nice, get yourself seated in Mona’s charming back patio. Private party room, vegetarian friendly. Closed Sunday and Mon-day. Entrée: $12-$24 A G R W Q

Noodles & Company 4653 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 858-9000 • noodles.com • Quick and casual, Noodles offers a variety of dishes based on different kinds of, well, noodles. Crowd pleasers include the Japanese Pan Noodles, the Wisconsin Mac & Cheese, and the Penna Rosa pasta. Fun fact: Noodles serves beer and wine! Outdoor seating available, and all menu items can be prepared vegetarian Entrée: $5-$8 A G Q

Olive Garden 4920 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 838-0707 • olivegarden.com • The alluring ambiance at Olive Garden has played host to many amorous rendezvous, but the restaurant’s Italian fare makes for a good lunch or dinner any day of the week. As zesty Italian music floats in the background, try the Tour of Italy, which combines three of the most popular dishes. Don’t forget to check out the wine list, you old romantic. Vegetarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $8-$17 A G R Q

One of the area’s very few sushi joints, Shanghai Bistro (2930 Craig Rd., Eau Claire) slices up a team of tasty rolls while their Strange Flavor Chicken stir-fry remains a local favorite.

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Pizza Hut Italian Bistro 2307 Hwy. 25 N, Menomonie • 235-9044 • pizzahut.com • Pizza Hut Italian Bistro offers a more upscale take on Pizza Hut’s usual of-ferings, updating the eatery’s look with fancier décor and an open kitchen. The 10-inch personal pizzas use a sweeter crust and are available with gourmet toppings. Specialty sandwiches, pasta dishes, and ap-petizers are also available. Vegetarian friendly, open late. Entrée: $7 A D G

Sbarro 4800 Golf Rd., Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire • 839-9766 • sbarro.com • Great for a quick slice of cheesy thin crust or a bowl of pasta, Sbarro also fea-tures less common fare like stuffed pizzas and strom-bolis. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $7.50 G

Taverna Grill 2839 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 835-2845 • tavernagrill.com • Taverna Grill is a sports bar and grill from the owners of Draganetti’s. Dubbed “The Godfather of Game Day,” the restaurant combines the accommodations of a sports bar and a mafia theme. They offer an affordable Italian-American menu and a wide variety of wine and beer. The menu consists of soups, salads, panini sandwiches, flat-bread pizzas, entrees such as their Tuscan Taverna Pasta, and des-serts. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. $5-$10 A G W

JAPANESEFuji Sushi & Steakhouse 4864 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 832-3388 • While part of its namesake, sushi isn’t the only reason to go to Fuji. This new addition to the Chippewa Valley prides itself on its unique Japanese menu and hibachi-style cooking. For those who don’t wish to watch their food being prepared, casual restaurant seating is available as well. Many vegetarian options available. $8-$23 A G R

Shanghai Bistro 2930 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 835-3348 • shanghaibistro.org • A contemporary urban at-mosphere thrives at Shanghai Bistro. Using centuries-old preparation techniques while experimenting with fresh, new seafood (and other ingredients) from well beyond the Midwest, the Bistro’s chefs keep things lively. Signature sushi includes a number of rolls, in-cluding the Red Dragon Roll, and the Strange Flavor Chicken stir-fry is a local favorite. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $8-$12 A G R Q

Tokyo Japanese Restaurant 2426 London Rd., Eau Claire • 834-0313 • tokyoeauclaire.com • A teppanya-ki-style restaurant where hungry patrons sit around an iron griddle and look on as the trained chef prepares your meal, cajoling fresh ingredients into miniature acrobatics. The fresh seafood dishes are a particular favorite, especially shrimp. Teppanyaki dining is available for dinner only; patrons can be seated at non-grill tables for a lunch of traditional Japanese cuisine. Lunch available for carry-out Wed-Fri. Veg-etarian friendly. Entrée: $14-$28 A G R Q

MEDITERRANEANMona Lisa’s 428 Water St., Eau Claire • 839-8969 • monalisas.biz • The deep, rich colors, original art-work, and Mediterranean vibe is reason enough to check out Mona’s. But the menu, which changes weekly depending on what’s fresh, offers plenty of other reasons. The original seafood dishes are a must, and the thin-crust pizzas are worth your time. Don’t forget to check out the extensive wine list and popular Mona Margarita. If the weather’s nice, get yourself seated in Mona’s charming back patio. Private party room, vegetarian friendly. Closed Sunday and Mon-day. Entrée: $12-$24 A G R W Q



MEXICANAzul Tequila 2503 London Road, Eau Claire • 833-0200 • Azul Tequila boasts an inviting interior and large, reasonably priced portions of their Mexican dishes, almost all of which - from the nachos and tortillas to the salsa and guacamole - are made fresh every day. The signature “Fajita Special” combines sizzling chorizo, chicken, beef, and shrimp with rice, beans, sour cream, pico de gallo, and tortillas. Veg-etarian friendly, open late on weekends. $4-$12 A G R Q

Burrachos Fresh Mexican Grill 5314 Prill Rd., Eau Claire • 834-1843 || 329 Water St., Eau Claire • 835-6195 || 2401 State Highway 25 N # 2, Menomonie • 233-0281 • burrachos.com • Burrachos serves up made-to-order Mexican fare in a fun, contemporary atmosphere. To build your own zesty entrées, select from fresh meats, veggies, cheeses, and sauces - just start at one end of the counter and let the chefs guide you along. The ginormous burrito is a definite crowd favorite. Open late on weekends, delivery and out-door seating available, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6 A G R

Cancun Mexican Grill 475 Chippewa Mall Dr., Chip-pewa Falls • 723-7007 || 2120 Highland Ave., Eau Claire • 552-8011 || 2713 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 830-0211 || 1919 Stout Road, Menomonie • 235-0851 • facebook.com • A classic Mexican restau-rant featuring a south-of-the-border atmosphere and all the favorite dishes including fajitas, chimichangas, and more. Vegetarian friendly, private party room. Entrée: $6-$10 A G Q

Casa Mexicana 324 N. Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 726-2315 • A Mexican restaurant featuring a festive vibe and all of your south-off-the-border favorites, including seafood, fajitas, chimichangas, and more. Stop by on Mondays and get margaritas for 99 cents! Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6-$10 A G R

El Patio 228 Water St, Eau Claire • 855-8590 || 1414 E. 9th St, Menomonie • 233-1476 • A lively place for Mexican fare. Bring a group a friends for the chi-michangas or the sizzling fajitas, packed with tasty onions and peppers. Private party room (Menomonie only), vegetarian friendly, open late on weekends (Water St. only). $5-$8 A G Q

Manny’s Cocina 4207 Oakwood Hills Pkwy, Eau Claire • 514-0818 • mannysmexican.com • Manny’s strives to create a grand view of coastal Mexico through its lush interior and succulent menu packed with seafood, steaks, and Mexican specialties. Sig-nature items include the Seven Seas Burrito packed with scallops, jumbo white shrimp, and Mahi-mahi – all covered in a chardonnay sauce. Locals also love the sweet crab-stuffed shrimp, wrapped in bacon and grilled. Vegetarian friendly, outdoor seating, party and meeting space available, gluten-free menu. Entrée: $10-$44 A G R W Q

Tacos Juanita Mexican Restaurant 2873 E. Ham-ilton Ave, Eau Claire • 835-3229 • Eating here offers you enough legitimate street cred to confidently in-form anyone within earshot, “If you want real Mexi-can food, I know the place.” Cooking up food that actual Mexicans eat, Tacos Juanita provides a modest dining room to enjoy signature items like the carnitas pork – slow roasted, juicy pork which can be used in tacos, burritos, and other traditional dishes. Other favorites include the homemade tamales and the po-sole (pork stew). Also serving Torta Sandwiches (hot subs) with your choice of vegetarian or meaty ingre-dients. Authentic Mexican breakfast every weekend. Outdoor seating, private party area, carry-out service, catering, vegetarian friendly, and open late. Entrée: $3-$13 A G W

Taqueria Sandoval 2824 London Road, Eau Claire • 832-8226 • This Mexican restaurant welcomes you with decoration so authentic, you might think you’ve actually crossed the border. Take a seat and enjoy one of their impressive 15 signature tacos or the Torta Señorita, a sandwich made with jam, chicken and a special marinated pork. This restaurant carries only Mexican-made products, including 10 types of beer. Wi-Fi and vegetarian friendly. $4-$13 A G R W

PIZZA3rd Shift’s Pasty Pizza and More 1722 N. Claire-mont Ave., Eau Claire • 831-7171 • Third shifters have hit the jackpot at this eatery. Choose from a vari-ety of pasties, like the hearty signature Cornish pasty -- a crusty, warm pocket filled with ground sirloin and pork tip, carrots, and potatoes. Purchase one fresh or take home a few frozen ones. Pizzas can be take-and-bake or made right in the store. Pizza dough and pasty crust are both prepared from scratch and use all fresh ingredients. Vegetarian friendly, party room available for 10-15 with reservation. $5-$17 G W


Buzzy’s Pizza Emporium 414 Water St., Eau Claire • 552-1600 • buzzyspe.com • Get pizza by the slice or order whole pies. Buzzy’s is known for their mac ‘n cheese pizza and other specialty pizzas, as well as soup, subs, burgers, chicken wings, and new manjare rolls, which can be thought of as “pizza egg rolls.” Open very late, vegetarian friendly, delivery avail-able. Entrée: $10-$20 D

“Tacos Juanita2873 E Hamilton Ave., EC • 835-3229

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They’ve earned top Mexican restaurant in my book. I’ve been there a half-dozen times and every one has been great. The chimichangas will blow you away! I’ve also had the pork tacos and a few other dishes ... all excellent! Try the habenero salsa! You’ve got to ask for it – hot-n-tasty! They also have a nice chipotle salsa.”Write your own restaurant reviews of more than 250 establishments at www.VolumeOne.org


Adding to the area’s menu of pizza places, Broadway Bar & Pizza (1920 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire) specializes in crispy thin crust pies, but also serves burgers, pastas, and more.

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Domino’s Pizza 3311 London Rd., Eau Claire • 833-3933 || 1719 N Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 833-3930 || 354 Chippewa Mall Dr, Chippewa Falls • 726-2626 || 1205 Broadway St. S, Menomonie • 232-6333 • dominos.com • Domino’s delivers a wide selection of thin, hand-tossed, and deep dish crust pizzas right to your doorstep, now crafted with their newer recipe. They’ve also got breadsticks, chicken wings, and desserts. Open late, delivery available. $10-$18 D

Down to Earth Garden Center 6025 Arndt Lane, Eau Claire • 833-1234 • dwntoearth.com • The new-ly opened café in the garden center offers a variety of natural and organic foods (including free-range eggs), along with fresh, local produce. Signature fa-vorites include: grilled sandwiches, cracker crust piz-zas, soups, and a variety of espresso drinks. Outdoor seating available, vegetarian friendly.

Fuzzy’s Bar & Grill N5729 410th St., Menomonie • 231-3899 • fuzzysbarandgrill.com • A casual new-comer to our “eat scene,” Fuzzy’s Bar and Grill points to their pizzas with pride and boasts tasty spe-cials every day of the week. Each Wednesday, enjoy all you can eat chicken wings and, each Friday, a fish fry. Private party area, delivery available, open late, Sunday brunch buffet. Entrée: $6-$8 A D G R W

Godfather’s Pizza 2510 Mondovi Rd, Eau Claire • 830-9362 • godfathers.com • Godfather’s is the home of thick and cheesy pizza pies. Popular menu items include the local favorite Taco Pizza (taco sauce, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, beef, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, onions). Weekday lunch buffet, private party room, delivery available, meat-less pizzas available. $10-$17 A D G R

Green Mill Restaurant & Bar, Eau Claire 2703 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 839-8687 • greenmilleau-claire.com • Green Mill’s full menu is available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Among the extensive menu items are specialty pizzas, chicken wings, large salads, and a number of unique pastas such as the Butternut Squash Ravioli. Delivery, private party room, vegetarian friendly, open late. Entrée: $8-$12 A D G R W

Jeff’s Pizza 145 Main St., Menomonie • 231-3131 • jeffspizzashop.com • Jeff’s is a laid back pizza joint with lots of extra menu items, including the unique and delicious Manjare Roll – a hot pocket-resembling concoction with dipping sauces. As far as pizzas go, the meaty “Farmer Frank” is a popular pie (beef, bacon, bison, gyro meat, ham, and extra cheese). Check out the buffet. Private party room, vegetarian friendly, open late, delivery. Entrée: $5-$25 A D G R W

JimBob’s Pizza 3636 Melby St, Chippewa Falls • 836-0909 • jimbobspizza.net • Located next to Bob’s Gas Station (thus the name), JimBob’s tosses up a variety of gourmet pizzas, including BBQ Ranch Chicken & Bacon, Philly Steak, and The Creamy Grecian (a pizza with gyro meat). They have a sig-nature Manjare Roll (a “pizza egg roll”), and an im-pressive bunch of subs. In addition to dine-in, car-ryout, and delivery, they also offer drive-thru service. Lunch buffet every day but Saturday. Outdoor seating and meatless pizzas available. Entrée: $5-$16 D G

Jim’s Pizza 421 Water St., Eau Claire • 838-8888 • jeffandjims.com • A laid back pizza joint with lots of extra menu items, including the unique and delicious Manjare Roll – a hot pocket-resembling concoction with dipping sauces. As far as pizzas go, the meaty “Farmer Frank” is a popular pie (beef, bacon, bison, chicken, gyro meat, ham, and extra cheese). As al-


ways, their buy one get one free pizza deals stands. Vegetarian friendly, open late, delivery available. En-trée: $5-$16 D G R W Q

Little Caesars 2905 Mall Dr, Eau Claire • 830-4040 || 8 West Madison Street, Eau Claire • 835-7772 • littlecaesars.com • Little Caesars has a wide selec-tion of thin, medium, and deep dish crust pizzas as well as crazy bread, chicken wings, and churros. It also has pizzas ready to be picked up all day, every day. Pizza: $5-$15

Mancino’s Grinders and Pizza 4056 Com-monwealth Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4000 || 809 W. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4100 • mancino-seauclaire.com • Mancino’s is fast, relaxed, and fam-ily-friendly. Their trademark “grinder” sandwiches are toasted open-face on bread baked fresh every day. The popular Chicken Ranch grinder combines marinated chicken, bacon, cheese, ranch sauce, and mayo for a simple yet effective taste explosion. Ev-ery sandwich comes with a crunchy pickle. Catering services, party platters, vegetarian friendly, delivery. Entrée: $4-$6 A D G W

Moke’s Bar and Grill 3077 CTH OO, Chippewa Falls • 720-8950 • Known for their pizza, Moke’s Bar and Grill also has a full blown tiki bar, outdoor games, including horseshoes and ladder golf, and occasional live music. Moke’s also has a 1.5-pound burger (and fries) challenge that, if finished faster than the record time, rewards the competitor $100. Entree: $8 A G R W Q

Monkey in the Middle Pizza & Subs 5150 Fair-view Drive (Metropolis Resort), Eau Claire • 838-9663 • actioncityfun.com • Upbeat and fun, the pizza joint at Metropolis Resort offers a zesty meal amidst the video games and go-karts. Quirky-named made-from-scratch pizzas fill the menu, and pies like the Boese Special (a mix of barbeque sauce, mozzarella, and cheddar, topped with pepperoni and bacon) will help quell your hunger. Hot and cold subs like Three Little Pigs and Spicy Chicken round out the menu. Private party rooms, open late. $4-$17 D G W

New York Pizza & Deli 320 Water St., Eau Claire • 835-5000 • A popular after-bar destination, the unas-suming and super-casual New York Pizza and Deli offers a quick stop for Greek favorites like hummus, falafel, and (of course) gyros. They also offer pastas and pizza. Vegetarian friendly, open late. Entrée: $5-$7 D G

Papa John’s Pizza 623 E. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 839-9393 || 2403 Eddy Lane, Eau Claire • 839-9395 • papajohns.com • Home of “Better Ingre-dients, Better Pizza,” Papa John’s delivers a number of interesting, robustly-crusted pizza pies right to your doorstep. Check out the Spinach Alfredo and BBQ Chicken Hawaiian specialty pizzas. Student specials, open late. $10-$15 D

Papa Murphy’s Take‘N’Bake Pizza 2123 Brack-ett Ave, Eau Claire • 835-3009 || 337 E. Prairie View Rd, Chippewa Falls • 738-1165 || 1506 9th St, Menomonie • 233-1380 • papamurphys.com • Made fresh the moment you order, Papa Murphy’s prepares a variety of unique pizzas that you pick up, take home, and cook yourself. Six-time winner of “Best Pizza Chain in America” consumers’ choice award. They also offer cookie dough and a delightful cin-namon wheel for a fresh-baked dessert. Vegetarian friendly. $10-$14

Piff’s Pizza at the Eagle’s Club Eagle’s Club, 2588 Hallie Rd, Hallie • 720-0915 • A pizza place with specialty pies like the popular Piff’s Special with pepperoni, sausage, onion, peppers, and olives. Sand-

wiches also available. Check out the bingo action on Wednesday nights. Outdoor seating, Friday buffet, meatless pizzas available, banquet and catering ser-vices. Entrée: $5-$19 A D G R

Pizza Del Re 911 N. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 834-0703 • pizzadelre.com • Known for their plenti-ful, everyday pizza buffet, most of the locals grew up going to Pizza Del Re for an after-football/base-ball/softball/soccer/etc. celebration. It’s a casual joint serving up a classic thin-crust pizza. Private party room, meatless pizzas available, open late on week-ends. A D G R Q

Pizza Hut 2602 E. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 834-5346 || 1242 W. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 834-1004 || 2225 Eddy Lane, Eau Claire • 833-1222 || 225 Prairieview Rd, Chippewa Falls • 723-2812 • pizzahut.com • A popular national pizza chain, Pizza Hut offers a family atmosphere at its dine-in loca-tions. A variety of specialty pies, crust styles, novelty crusts, and sides are always available. Lunch buffet available in Eau Claire. Meatless pizza and pasta sauces available, open late, vegetarian friendly. $10-$16 A D G

Pizza Hut Italian Bistro 2307 Hwy. 25 N, Menomonie • 235-9044 • pizzahut.com • Pizza Hut Italian Bistro offers a more upscale take on Pizza Hut’s usual of-ferings, updating the eatery’s look with fancier décor and an open kitchen. The 10-inch personal pizzas use a sweeter crust and are available with gourmet toppings. Specialty sandwiches, pasta dishes, and ap-petizers are also available. Vegetarian friendly, open late. Entrée: $7 A D G

Pizza Plus Eatery 208 S. Barstow St, Eau Claire • 832-8844 • myspace.com • A casual eatery with brick walls and a pressed tin ceiling, Pizza Plus is known for its lunch specials and hand-rolled pizza. All piz-zas are made entirely from scratch. Attached to the Bottle and Barrel bar, the restaurant also offers burg-ers, sandwiches, and other items. Private party area, meatless pizzas available, daily lunch buffet, and open late on weekends. Entrée: $7-$21 A G R

Pizza Ranch 2815 Truax Blvd., Eau Claire • A fam-ily-friendly western-themed restaurant known for its “Mile-Long Buffet” and Crispy Ranch Chicken. What makes Pizza Ranch truly unique is its many dining options. Where else can you get a pizza/chick-en/salad bar, take out your pizza, or have your piping hot chicken delivered straight to your door? Private party room and vegetarian friendly. $5-$16 D G Q


Rocky Rococo Pizza and Pasta 4800 Golf Rd., Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire • 839-7699 • rockyro-coco.com • Known for robust, square-shaped slices, Rocky Rococo serves their deep dish pizza hot and fast. Customer favorites include the Rococo Chicago sausage special and the tasty breadsticks. Vegetarian friendly. $6-$7 G

Sammy’s Pizza Restaurant & Pub 2812 London Rd, Eau Claire • 831-1300 • With a family-style piz-za place up front (complete with cool diner furniture) and a full-scale bar in the back, Sammy’s is great for lunch, dinner, or a night out. Bring your friends for



the House Special – pepperoni, hamburger, kosher sa-lami, sausage, mushrooms, onion, and green pepper – or check out the broasted chicken. Weekday lunch buffet, private party room, vegetarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $7-$18 A D G R Q

Sbarro 4800 Golf Rd., Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire • 839-9766 • sbarro.com • Great for a quick slice of cheesy thin crust or a bowl of pasta, Sbarro also fea-tures less common fare like stuffed pizzas and strom-bolis. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $7.50 G

Shari’s Chippewa Club 106 W Main St., Durand • 672-8785 • sharischippewaclub.com • A destination bar for its many music events and outdoor patio over-looking the river, Shari’s also serves up homemade specialty pizzas, burgers, and sandwiches. Their but-terfly shrimp with Chippewa Chips is a house favorite, as is the scorching hot live blues music. They serve food late, and have a private party room. A W

Ted’s Pizza Palace 306 E. Main St, Menomonie • 235-0600 • tedspizzapie.com • An authentic pizza parlor that crafts its own sausage, sauces, and crust, Ted’s is a family favorite. There’s something for ev-eryone, as the menu also features roasted chicken, hot beefs, and gyros (complete with a creamy family reci-pe sauce). Games and TVs keep things fun and casual. Meatless pizza and pasta sauces available. Open late. Entrée: $8-$15 A D G

Topper’s Pizza 1616 N. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 552-1111 || 2159 Eastridge Center, Eau Claire • 833-1111 • toppers.com • Delivering buffalo wings, grinders, quesadillas, and more, Topper’s ain’t just for pizza. Their specialty pies are topped with every-thing from pepperoni to gyro meat to steak fajitas to chicken cordon bleu. The Topperstix cheese sticks are an appetizer standard in these parts. Topper’s quirky flyers and on-hold marketing spiels are a hoot. Veg-etarian friendly, delivery available, open late. $6-$17 D G Q

RAW FOODRaw Deal 603 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 231-3255 • rawdeal-wi.com • A local oasis for the raw food movement, Raw Deal doesn’t cook any of its food. The menu, which changes daily, blends organic produce to create entrées near-identical in taste to heat-prepped cuisine. Made with locally grown veg-gies, you’ll find items like creamy green enchiladas, stuffed Portobello mushrooms, and savory cabbage rolls. Specialty beer and wines are also on the menu. The shop also features a bakery and full service coffee bar. Check out the organic fruit smoothies and the key lime bars. Open Sunday mornings, catering services, and very vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $4-$6.50 A G R W

SANDWICHES/SUBS420 Internet Cafe 420 Washington St., Eau Claire • 833-2297 • cafe420.com • Eclectic décor, bamboo floors, and soothing colors are the backdrop for 420 Internet Café’s full-service coffee bar and sandwich shop. Try the signature gyro sandwich or the popular chocolate truffle mocha drink. Internet stations, outdoor seating, private party services. Eat late Friday and Saturday nights. Entrée: $4-$5 G W

Acoustic Café, Eau Claire 505 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 832-9090 • theacoustic.com • This downtown destination wants to make sure no one hungers for lack of a better sandwich. Known for their hot hoa-gies, the spacious and art-bedecked café also has pi-tas, soups, salads, a number of baked-from-scratch cookies, muffins, and more. Try their gourmet coffees and espressos. Expect live music on weekends. Out-


door seating in season, vegetarian friendly, open late on weekends. Entrée: $4-$8 A G W Q

Acoustic Café, Menomonie 102 Main St., Menomonie • 235-1115 • A top-notch hoagie shop (everything from corned beef to hummus) that bakes its own bread from scratch, the Menomonie Acoustic Café features a cozy atmosphere and open mic ev-ery other Thursday. The trademark high-back booths make it a great place to grab lunch, hold a casual meeting, or just hang out. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly, and open late on weekends. Entrée: $3-$7.50 A G W

Blind Munchies 621 Wilson Ave., Menomonie • 235-9300 • streetlevelministry.com • Open Tuesday through Friday, Blind Munchies features a full coffee bar, a from-scratch bakery, fresh sandwiches made to order, and new food made fresh every morning. Try their homemade pizzas, and keep an eye out for live music every other Friday and B-movie nights. Veg-etarian friendly, breakfast served, delivery of baked items available (for groups and events). Entrée: $3-$5 D G W

Buzzy’s Pizza Emporium 414 Water St., Eau Claire • 552-1600 • buzzyspe.com • Get pizza by the slice or order whole pies. Buzzy’s is known for their mac ‘n cheese pizza and other specialty pizzas, as well as soup, subs, burgers, chicken wings, and new manjare rolls, which can be thought of as “pizza egg rolls.” Open very late, vegetarian friendly, delivery avail-able. Entrée: $10-$20 D

Camille’s Sidewalk Café 1120 122nd St., Suite 3, Chippewa Falls • 833-2233 • camillescafe.com • Camille’s fast, casual dining offers all-day breakfast, wraps, grilled paninis, sandwiches, salads, pizza, cof-fee, and smoothies. They feature their own brand of soup and salsa, and offer catering services to boot. Outdoor seasonal seating, vegetarian friendly, break-fast, delivery, and private area available. Entrée: $7 A D G R W

The Coffee Grounds 3460 Mall Dr., Hwy. 93, Eau Claire • 834-1733 || 2116 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 797-2198 || 3042 Commercial Blvd., Chippewa Falls • 797-2370 • thecoffeegrounds.com • The Coffee Grounds is a casual, European-style café plopped into the middle of a gourmet food/coffee/beer/wine/cigar giftshop. They offer a variety of baked goods, homemade soups, and fresh unique sandwiches. Their menu is always evolving and you can order lunch on-line. Also, don’t forget about the coffee as they roast their own beans. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $5-$8 A G W

Down to Earth Garden Center 6025 Arndt Lane, Eau Claire • 833-1234 • dwntoearth.com • The newly

opened café in the garden center offers a variety of natural and organic foods (including free-range eggs), along with fresh, local produce. Signature favorites include: grilled sandwiches, cracker crust pizzas, soups, and a variety of espresso drinks. Outdoor seat-ing available, vegetarian friendly.

Erbert and Gerbert’s 409 Water St, Eau Claire • 835-9995 || 3003 London Rd, Eau Claire • 552-1933 • erbertandgerberts.com • This Eau Claire-based sandwich chain is known for its fresh subs and clubs

including the Boney Billy, the Jacob Bluefinger, the Comet Morehouse, and more - plus pickles and a good sized selection of soups and chips. Delivery, vegetarian friendly, outdoor seating, and open late (‘til 3 am!) at the Water Street location. Entrée: $4-$5 D G Q

Family Farms Market 50684 N. Main St., Eleva • 287-3332 • familyfarmsmarket.com • Just 20 minutes south of Eau Claire, Family Farms Market offers an exciting menu made with fresh ingredients. Try a gourmet sandwich or wrap, fresh salad, homemade soup, or delicious dessert. Be sure to check out their Friday pizza buffet. Sit by their fireplace and enjoy your favorite specialty coffee, wine, or microbrew beer. Customers can find natural and organic products as well as some of the best cheese, produce, and meat Wisconsin has to offer. Private party room, vegetarian friendly, delivery available, outdoor seating. $10 A D G R W

Fireside Bistro Located inside Dove Healthcare-South on Hwy 93, 3656 Mall Drive, Eau Claire • 552-1035 • A small café located inside Dove Healthcare South. The Bistro offers both breakfast and lunch, serving rolls, muffins, specialty coffees, soups, salads, paninis, wraps, and sandwiches. Look for great value with the soup, sandwich, and soda combo. If sitting

next to the indoor fireplace and 42-inch TV doesn’t tickle your fancy, head outside to the courtyard area and pavilion. Vegetarian friendly. $3-$6 G W

Foster Cheese Haus E10934 County Hwy HH, Osseo • 597-6605 • fostercheesehaus.com • Foster Cheese Haus is a source of bounty grown and pro-duced in Wisconsin as they support the food & fam-ily farm movement. The menu changes biweekly. Try their Oktoberfest Beer Cheese Soup, served with homemade bread, or their made-to-order pizzas, and for dessert try some locally made ice cream. Vegetar-ian friendly, outdoor seating available. $5-$14 A G R W

The Goat Coffee House 408 Water St., Eau Claire • 831-4491 • A relaxed, full-scale coffee house of-fering an eclectic selection of fresh sandwiches, The Goat sports an interesting mix of furniture and décor. All sandwiches are prepared with sauces from Silver Spring. A vegetarian delight is the Green Olive Twist (hummus, green olives, onion, and Swiss). Check out the fruit smoothies and cold, blended coffee drinks. Outdoor seating, private party room, breakfast served, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $4-$6 G R W Q

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich Shop 2135 Brackett Ave, Eau Claire • 831-7827 || 923 W. Claire-mont Ave, Eau Claire • 834-1000 || 1301 N. Broad-way, Menomonie • 235-7827 • jimmyjohns.com • A quick stop for tasty subs, Jimmy John’s aims to please with its food and quirky in-house signage. The shop’s signature sandwich is the J.J. Gargantuan – an in-timidating sub packed with Genoa salami, capicola, smoked ham, roast beef, turkey, provolone, and all the fixin’s. Chips, cookies, and pickles are on hand to round out your meal. Catering services, delivery, veg-etarian friendly, online ordering. Entrée: $5-$6 D Q

The Living Room Coffee House & Drive-Thru 2006 Cameron St., Eau Claire • 831-0245 || 1400 Bellinger St. (Midelfort Clinic), Eau Claire || 6025 Arndt Lane (Down to Earth Garden Center), Eau Claire • The Living Room’s mission is to make you feel at home - as long as your home has a full-service coffee bar, Panini sandwiches, baked goods, and blended fruit tea smoothies. The monthly drink specials are always popular, as is the breakfast sandwich with sausage and

A great little cheese shop that happens to serve a wide range of gorgeous, deli-fresh sandwiches.

Nelson Cheese Factory, Eau Claire

Mike’s Smokehouse (2235 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire) serves up its meaty chicken-n-ribs combo with a giant slice of Texas toast. You can find more meat in many of the side options.

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maple syrup. Outdoor seating as well as live music in the backyard for the summer, and vegetarian friendly. Some of these accommodations do not apply to their smaller locations in Down to Earth Garden Center and Midelfort Clinic. Entrée: $5-$7 D G R W

Lucy’s Delicatessen 117 N Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 720-9800 • foreign5.com • The owners of Lu-cy’s brought a slice of New York to downtown Chipp-pewa Falls when they opened up their full-service deli and sandwich shop. One look at their famous reuben or hot beef sandwiches (made with Boar’s Head meat), and you’ll see what’s got the locals so excited. Soups, salads, and personal pizzas are all made from scratch. Be sure to check out Lucy’s Gooeys (caramel rolls) served every day. Private party/meeting room available, outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly, and limited delivery. Entrée: $6-$8 A D G R W

Mancino’s Grinders and Pizza 4056 Com-monwealth Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4000 || 809 W. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4100 • mancino-seauclaire.com • Mancino’s is fast, relaxed, and fami-ly-friendly. Their trademark “grinder” sandwiches are toasted open-face on bread baked fresh every day. The popular Chicken Ranch grinder combines marinated chicken, bacon, cheese, ranch sauce, and mayo for a simple yet effective taste explosion. Every sandwich comes with a crunchy pickle. Catering services, party platters, vegetarian friendly, delivery. Entrée: $4-$6 A D G W

Monkey in the Middle Pizza & Subs 5150 Fairview Drive (Metropolis Resort), Eau Claire • 838-9663 • actioncityfun.com • Upbeat and fun, the pizza joint at Metropolis Resort offers a zesty meal amidst the video games and go-karts. Quirky-named made-from-scratch pizzas fill the menu, and pies like the Boese Special (a mix of barbeque sauce, mozzarella, and cheddar, topped with pepperoni and bacon) will help quell your hunger. Hot and cold subs like Three Little Pigs and Spicy Chicken round out the menu. Private party rooms, open late. $4-$17 D G W

Nelson Cheese Factory 1636 Harding Ave, Eau Claire • 834-2000 • nelsoncheese.com • A great little cheese shop that happens to serve a wide range of gor-geous, deli-fresh sandwiches, Nelson Cheese Factory is the place to go for a terrific carry-out lunch. Served on wheat, pumpernickel, or French breads, the sand-wiches are bursting at the seams with tantalizing in-gredients. Popular menu items include the Hot Eddie (ham, bacon, cheddar, veggies, and mayo on toasted wheat), and the Town of Nelson (ham, turkey, veg-gies, Monterey jack, and cheddar with special sauce). The shop is also a popular neighborhood stop for fresh ice cream. Vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $6 Q

The Nucleus Café 405 Water St., Eau Claire • 834-7777 • racysnucleus.com • Connected via a conve-

nient hallway to Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge, The Nucleus is a cozy café with a European vibe serving breakfast and lunch. Check out the desserts, home-made soups, quiches, omelets, and distinctive sand-wiches. The Nucleus is also a traditional crêperie, offering a variety of dessert and main meal crêpes. Sunday brunch, outdoor seating, private party room, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $5-$7 A G R W Q

Obsession Chocolates 18 S Barstow St., Eau Claire • 830-8301 • obsessionchocolates.com • To call the famed local chocolatier’s freshly opened new loca-tion sweet is an understatement. On one side you’ve got a restaurant serving breakfast items like waffles and French toast and lunch items like sandwiches, soups, salads, and frittatas (all with a unique Obses-sion twist), and on the other a Chocolate Lounge with comfy seating and a fireplace, a perfect place for some wine and dessert (the truffles are amazing). Also has a classroom space with guest chefs teaching cooking classes (space also rentable). Outdoor seating, Sunday brunch, and very vegetarian friendly. $5-$10 A G W

Olson’s Ice Cream Parlor & Deli 611 N. Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 723-4331 • Heading down to Olson’s for some homemade ice cream is a favorite local pastime. Their fresh ingredients and tempting sundaes have kept people coming back for decades. Now you can grab some soup and a deli sandwich prior to dessert. The Turkey BLT is an employee fa-vorite. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $5-$6 D W Q

Panera Bread 4601 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 834-9752 • panerabread.com • A chain store featur-ing a full bakery and café where all breads are baked fresh. On the bakery side, they feature 20 different breads, 12 bagels, and 30 sweets and pastries – the Cinnamon Crunch bagel is among the favorites, sell-ing between 400 and 500 a day. The café features 15 sandwiches, 7 salads, and 7 (of 12) different soups on any given day with Chicken and Wild Rice as a best seller. Outdoor patio seating, vegetarian friendly, and Sunday brunch. Entrée: $5-$9 D W

Quizno’s 2520 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 834-7827 || 2521 Hills Ct., Suite A, Menomonie • 233-2064 || 913 South Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 838-9640 • quiznos.com • A fancier sandwich chain where most selec-tions are toasted to a melty, golden perfection, Quiz-no’s is casual and relatively fast. Soups, salads, and cookies are on hand to complement hearty favorites like the mesquite chicken and prime rib subs. Check out the quirky “pepper bar.” Some outdoor seating, a few vegetarian subs, basic catering. Entrée: $4-$10 G W

Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge 404 Riverside Ave., Eau Claire • 834-0000 • racysnucleus.com • Con-nected via a convenient hallway to The Nucleus Café,

“Mancino’s4056 Commonwealth & 809 Clairemont, EC

review by Cabernetplease

I have only tried two things from here: BBQ chicken personal pizza and Hawaiian personal pizza. Both are AMAZING! I would try other things but I just love these two so much I crave them when I get the chance to eat there. I have eaten there about 10-15 times and have had a good experience every time. ”Write your own restaurant reviews of more than 250 establishments at www.VolumeOne.org


CHIPPEWA FALLSExcluding fast food & pizza chains.

4:30 AM Coffee Shop 608 Bridge St. • 720-6165Bake ‘n’ Brew Cafe 17255 Co. Hwy. X • 720-2360 Big Daddy’s BBQ 2495 Prarie View Rd • 404-8715Bresina’s 12037 Cty Hwy B • 288-6303 // 704 E. Grand Ave. • 723-7973 Bridgewater Restaurant and Pub 1009 W. Park Ave. • 723-6941 The Cabin on Grand 24 W. Grand Ave. • 723-4025 Camille’s Sidewalk Café 1120 122nd St., Suite 3 • 833-2233Cancun Mexican Grill 475 Chippewa Mall Dr. • 723-7007 Casa Mexicana 324 N. Bridge St • 726-2315 China Buffet 475 Chippewa Mall Dr. • 726-9886Chippewa Family Restaurant 1701 Kennedy Rd • 723-4751 The Coffee Grounds 3042 Commercial Blvd. • 797-2370 Connell’s Supper Club 18525 50th Ave • 723-5656Duncan Creek Wine Bar and Grille 213 N. Bridge St. • 723-7000 Eisold’s Irvine Bar 130 Fleet St. • 720-1280Erwin’s 19th Hole 1705 Cty Hwy OO • 831-6337 Every Buddy’s Bar and Grill 19 W. Central St. • 861-3838Fill-Inn Station 104 W. Columbia St. • 723-6551Four Corners 14982 Co. Hwy. S • 723-6783 Glen Loch Saloon 1300 Jefferson Ave. • 723-1297Golden Eagle Restaurant 16760 Co. Trk. X • 723-2948Hallie Bar and Grill 1713 Cty. Hwy OO, Hallie • 861-3870 Harpole’s Supper Club 19845 Co. Trk. X • 723-3006 Heckel’s Family Restaurant 2621 Hwy. 53 • 723-0844High Shores Supper Club 17985 Co. Trk. X • 723-9854James Sheeley House 236 W. River St. • 726-0561 JimBob’s Pizza 3636 Melby St • 836-0909 LaGrander’s Drive-In 18143 Co. Trk. X • 723-0672Lake Wissota Golf Course 16108 97th Ave. • 1-888-382-4780The Lodge 1200 W River St. • 720-7708Loopy’s Saloon & Grill 10691 Business 29 • 723-5667Lucy’s Delicatessen 117 N Bridge St • 720-9800 Moke’s Bar and Grill 3077 CTH OO • 720-8950Olson’s Ice Cream Parlor & Deli 611 N. Bridge St • 723-4331 Ralph’s Red Apple Grill & Bar 465 Chippewa Mall Dr. • 861-5600 Riverside Café 1117 Pumphouse Rd. • 726-1199 Sweeney’s Bar & Grill 201 E. Canal St. • 723-9905West Hill Bar 250 W. Elm St. • 720-9281


Racy’s is a loungey coffee shop with an impressive range of brews. Check out the desserts, homemade soups, and astounding menu of distinctive sandwich-es. Outdoor seating, private party area, and vegetar-ian friendly. Entrée: $5-$7 G W


Red Robin 3005 Golf Rd., Eau Claire • 834-4438 • redrobin.com • This energetic and fun chain eatery is known for its gourmet burgers, which come in more than 15 styles, all with bottomless steak fries. The mascot appears on Tuesdays. Open late on Wednes-days. Entrée: $8-$11 A G Q

Red Zone Sports Bar 2071 S Prairie View Rd, Chippewa Falls • 726-3030 • This down-to-earth and friendly sports bar offers food that goes beyond run-of-the-mill bar food. While their burgers are worthy of many compliments, the bar favorite is the Philly Cheesesteak. Also serves appetizers such as cheese curds and wings, and homemade soups. Outdoor seating and open late. $5-$9 A G

Smiling Moose Deli 329 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire • 838-9999 • smilingmoosedeli.com • Hailing from Colorado, Smiling Moose Deli offers sand-wiches (both hot and cold), wraps, salads, four to six soups, and more. Breakfast sandwiches and wraps are available all day, plus the full-service coffee bar. The signature sandwich is the “Mighty Mo,” a cheeseburger grinder with half a pound of chopped, tender sirloin and topped with melted American cheese, tomatoes, banana peppers, red onions, and lightly spotted with oil and vinegar. Free wi-fi, veg-etarian options, and outdoor seating. $6-$12 W

Subway 2705 Henry Ave, Eau Claire • 836-0024 || 1005 Clairemont Ave. W, Eau Claire • 832-8848 || 2413 Eddy Ln, Eau Claire • 831-1090 || 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • 833-1605 || 3915 Gateway Dr, Eau Claire • 830-8276 || 329 Water St, Eau Claire • 833-7697 || 1027 N Hillcrest Pkwy., Altoona • 834-2447 || 2119 Cameron St, Eau Claire • 831-6214 || 6123 Tru-ax Ln, Eau Claire • 874-6945 || 4304 Jeffers Rd, Eau Claire • 833-8801 || 860 Woodward Ave, Chippewa Falls • 723-0399 || 319 S Broadway, Menomonie • 235-6466 || 2401 Hwy 25 N, Menomonie • 235-1800 || 180 Cedar Falls Rd, Menomonie • 233-0630 • Tasty submarine sandwiches and pizzas. $4-$10


SEAFOODAsia Palace 4069 Commonwealth Ave., Eau Claire • 552-5883 • An extensive Asian buffet featuring all-you-can-eat sushi, a full bar, and enough food to send you home full. Try the crayfish, coconut shrimp, and egg rolls. They also have a salad bar, prime rib, steak, pizza, and other American choices. Vegetarian

friendly, private rooms available for parties. $7.50-$11 A G R

Bullfrog’s Eat My Fish Farm N1321 Bullfrog Rd., Menomonie • 664-8775 • eatmyfish.com • On Sunday afternoons between Mother’s Day and late Septem-ber, Bullfrog Fish Farm offers “hobo lunches” on the beach. You can catch your own trout and have it cooked up fresh. Non-fish eaters can get a buffalo brat or a “Sleazy Cheese” sandwich (with tomato and pesto on grilled bread). Group reservations available, outdoor (pond side) seating, private party services, vegetarian friendly, wheelchair accessible. Entrée: $14 A G R

Duncan Creek Wine Bar and Grille 213 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • 723-7000 • Customers have compared their dining experience at Duncan Creek to that of a casual, metropolitan bistro. This eatery features a nightly special along with signature dishes such as the pan-seared halibut, the chicken messina stuffed with mozzarella and goat cheese and topped with a tomato vodka sauce all over ricotta ravioli, or the caramel fried banana dessert. More than 70 variet-ies of wine to choose from, vegetarian options avail-able, and outdoor seating. Entrée: $10-$19 A G R

Fuji Sushi & Steakhouse 4864 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 832-3388 • While part of its namesake, sushi isn’t the only reason to go to Fuji. This new addition to the Chippewa Valley prides itself on its unique Japanese menu and hibachi-style cooking. For those who don’t wish to watch their food being pre-pared, casual restaurant seating is available as well. Many vegetarian options available. $8-$23 A G R

High Shores Supper Club 17985 Co. Trk. X, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-9854 • highshores.com • Home of “fine dining in a casual atmosphere,” High Shores is nestled on the edge of Lake Wissota. The kitchen cuts the trademark steaks by hand and menu favorites like their BBQ Ribs and Honey Pecan Turkey Medallions might just turn you into a regular. Seafood options like perch, blue gills, crappies, king crab, tiger shrimp, and salmon won’t hurt, either. If the weather’s nice, motor up to one of the restaurant’s lake docks. Ask about the dinner cruise. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly, private party pavilion. Entrée: $10-$20 A G R

Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub 415 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 835-6621 • houligans.net • Rich, worn-in woodwork threads across the walls of Houli-gans - take a seat at the bar, or in the cozy dining area. It’s a great place to grab a beer and a hearty meal. The menu offers a top-notch selection of steaks and sea-food, but the Candied Garlic New York Strip is the big crowd-pleaser. Outdoor seating, private party room, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $13-$29 A G R W Q

Manny’s Cocina 4207 Oakwood Hills Pkwy, Eau Claire • 514-0818 • mannysmexican.com • Manny’s strives to create a grand view of coastal Mexico through its lush interior and succulent menu packed with seafood, steaks, and Mexican specialties. Sig-nature items include the Seven Seas Burrito packed with scallops, jumbo white shrimp, and Mahi-mahi – all covered in a chardonnay sauce. Locals also love the sweet crab-stuffed shrimp, wrapped in bacon and grilled. Vegetarian friendly, outdoor seating, party and meeting space available, gluten-free menu. Entrée: $10-$44 A G R W Q

Porter’s 205 S. Barstow St, in the Ramada, Eau Claire • 855-0856 • portersec.com • Make sure you take a gander at Porter’s beautiful bar, decked out in rich woodwork (not to mention 12 beer taps). A steak, seafood, and chop house, Porter’s has a classy atmosphere where diners can enjoy everything from upscale suppers to the popular lunchtime meatloaf. Open for breakfast every day and nightly specials in the evenings, featuring a worldly menu of Indian, Arabian, and Mexican items. Open late on weekends, private party/meeting room available, and vegetarian

MENOMONIEExcluding fast food & pizza chains.

Acoustic Café 102 Main St. • 235-1115 Blind Munchies 621 Wilson Ave. • 235-9300 • streetlevelministry.com Bullfrog’s Eat My Fish Farm N1321 Bullfrog Rd. • 664-8775 • eatmyfish.com Caribou Coffee 2321 State Hwy 25 N #308 • 235-3627 • cariboucoffee.com City Limits Restaurant 2100 Co. Trk. B • 235-1166 Das Bierhaus 120 6th Ave. W • 231-3230 • dasbi-erhaus-wi.comDean & Sue’s Bar & Grill 2002 Midway Rd. • 235-9940 El Patio 228 Water St, Eau Claire • 855-8590 || 1414 E. 9th St • 233-1476 Fortune Cookie Chinese Restaurant 319 S. Broadway St. • 235-3532 Fuzzy’s Bar & Grill N5729 410th St. • 231-3899 • fuzzysbarandgrill.com Golden Leaf Café 1706 Stout Rd • 231-5323 • goldenleafcafe.comJake’s Supper Club E5690 County Rd. D • 235-2465 • jakessupperclub.com Jeff’s Pizza 145 Main St. • 231-3131 • jeffspizza-shop.comKingdom Buffet 1502 E. 9th St. • 233-0465Kyote’s Den Bar & Grill E2339 Hwy 29 • 235-2777 Legacy Chocolates 632 S. Broadway St. • 231-2580 • legacychocolates.com Menomonie Family Restaurant 2616 Hils Ct • 235-9000 • menomoniefamilyrestaurant.comMenomonie Log Jam 709 S. Broadway St. • 235-0703 • menomonielogjam.com Perkins Restaurant and Bakery 1720 N. Broad-way St. • 235-2234 • perkinsrestaurants.com Pioneer Grill & Saloon E5699 Cty. Trk. D • 235-9927 • pioneergrill.com Raw Deal 603 S. Broadway St. • 231-3255 • rawdeal-wi.com Skoog’s Parkside 932 N. Broadway St • 235-6124 • skoogsparkside.com Sparx Restaurant 1827 N. Broadway St. • 235-3000 • sparxrestaurant.com Stout Ale House 1501 N. Broadway St. • 233-3333 • stoutalehouse.com Teddy’s Tubesteaks 617 S Broadway St Ted’s Pizza Palace 306 E. Main St • 235-0600 • tedspizzapie.com The Buck (aka Silver Dollar Saloon) 315 Main St. • 235-9390 UW Stout Dining Halls 160 Merle Price Com-mons UW-Stout • 232-2134 || 712 Broadway St • 232-3463 • uwstout.edu Waterfront Bar & Grill 512 Crescent St. • 235-6541 Zanzibar Restaurant and Pub 228 E. Main St. • 231-9269 • zanzibarmenomonie.com

New this year to downtown Eau Claire, Obsession Chocolates (18 S Barstow St.) now offers a full breakfast menu and delectable lunchtime sandwiches in addition to their sweets.

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friendly. Entrée: $7-$40 A G R W

Red Lobster 1019 W. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 833-0184 • redlobster.com • A local favorite for date nights, birthday parties, and get-togethers, Red Lob-ster offers a huge selection of fresh fish and shellfish. Playful nautical decor sets the stage for favorites like crab legs, lobster, and seafood platters. The cheesy garlic biscuits are a guilty pleasure. Open late on weekends. Entrée: $7-$20 A G

Shanghai Bistro 2930 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 835-3348 • shanghaibistro.org • A contemporary urban at-

mosphere thrives at Shanghai Bistro. Using centuries-old preparation techniques while experimenting with fresh, new seafood (and other ingredients) from well beyond the Midwest, the Bistro’s chefs keep things lively. Signature sushi includes a number of rolls, in-cluding the Red Dragon Roll, and the Strange Flavor Chicken stir-fry is a local favorite. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $8-$12 A G R Q

STEAKHOUSEBlue Moose Grill & Steak House 1628 Woodard Rd, Bloomer • 568-2687 • bluemooseco.com • This Southern influenced restaurant is an old school kind of steakhouse. Right away customers will notice a moose up on the bar and some wooden chainsaw-carved grizzly bears. Comfort your palate by the fireplace with some pecan chicken, barbecue ribs, or sweet potato pancakes with maple or honey butter. Catering and delivery are available as well as banquet rooms, Sunday brunch, and vegetarian options. $12-$38 A D G R W

Fischer’s On The Green 2333 Hillcrest Pkwy., Al-toona • 832-9711 • fischersgreen.com • Located within Hillcrest Country Club, Fischer’s has been a staple for fine dining in the Chippewa Valley for over 60 years. Known for their dry-aged steaks, you can also enjoy seasonal favorites such as the Apple Bacon Wrapped Scallops. Private party rooms available, some outdoor patio seating, vegetarian friendly, and catering avail-able. Entrée: $17-$35 A G R W Q

Fuji Sushi & Steakhouse 4864 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 832-3388 • While part of its namesake, sushi isn’t the only reason to go to Fuji. This new addition to the Chippewa Valley prides itself on its

unique Japanese menu and hibachi-style cooking. For those who don’t wish to watch their food being pre-pared, casual restaurant seating is available as well. Many vegetarian options available. $8-$23 A G R

High Shores Supper Club 17985 Co. Trk. X, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-9854 • highshores.com • Home of “fine dining in a casual atmosphere,” High Shores is nestled on the edge of Lake Wissota. The kitchen cuts the trademark steaks by hand and menu favorites like their BBQ Ribs and Honey Pecan Turkey Medallions might just turn you into a regular. Seafood options like perch, blue gills, crappies, king crab, tiger shrimp, and

salmon won’t hurt, either. If the weather’s nice, motor up to one of the restaurant’s lake docks. Ask about the dinner cruise. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly, private party pavilion. Entrée: $10-$20 A G R

Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub 415 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • 835-6621 • houligans.net • Rich, worn-in woodwork threads across the walls of Houligans - take a seat at the bar, or in the cozy dining area. It’s a great place to grab a beer and a hearty meal. The menu offers a top-notch selection of steaks and seafood, but the Candied Garlic New York Strip is the big crowd-pleaser. Outdoor seating, private party room, vegetar-ian friendly. Entrée: $13-$29 A G R W Q

Jake’s Supper Club E5690 County Rd. D, Menomonie • 235-2465 • jakessupperclub.com • With a menu as large as Jake’s, it’s hard to pinpoint a signa-ture item, but if you ask a regular, they’ll point right to the slow-roasted prime rib. Terrific lake views, live entertainment all summer long, and a huge Sunday brunch buffet leave you little (if any) reason to stay away. Three decks of outdoor seating, private party rooms, and banquet services. Entrée: $10-$20 A G R W

Porter’s 205 S. Barstow St, in the Ramada, Eau Claire • 855-0856 • portersec.com • Make sure you take a gander at Porter’s beautiful bar, decked out in rich woodwork (not to mention 12 beer taps). A steak, seafood, and chop house, Porter’s has a classy atmosphere where diners can enjoy everything from upscale suppers to the popular lunchtime meatloaf. Open for breakfast every day and nightly specials in the evenings, featuring a worldly menu of Indian, Arabian, and Mexican items. Open late on weekends, private party/meeting room available, and vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $7-$40 A G R W

If the weather’s nice, motor up to one of the restaurant’s lake docks. And ask about the dinner cruise ...

High Shores Supper Club, Chippewa Falls


“Fuji Sushi & Steakhouse4864 Keystone Crossing, EC • 832-3388

review by ectiedyeguy

Honestly in my opinion the best sushi in town. The staff was fast and friendly. The dining environment was spacious and well lit. The sushi was excellent. On my first visit I had the 3 roll lunch combo for $10.95, an excellent value. Cheaper and tastier than the other sushi restaurants in Eau Claire. I can see eating here quite often. ”Write your own restaurant reviews of more than 250 establishments at www.VolumeOne.org



Ralph’s Red Apple Grill & Bar 465 Chippewa Mall Dr., Chippewa Falls • 861-5600 • ralphsredapplegrill.com • This casual, family friendly place is one part sports bar and another part log cabin (with a fireplace), boasting a unique menu: think Leinenkugel’s battered mushrooms, three kinds of local cheese curds, and hand-crafted ice creams and desserts. Their enclosed patio includes a tiki bar in summer. Some vegetarian dishes available. Entrée: $7-$14 A G R

Sparx Restaurant 1827 N. Broadway St., Menomonie • 235-3000 • sparxrestaurant.com • Sparx is the ulti-mate “meat and potatoes” kind of place. Specializing in “incredible burgers and smokin’ good steaks,” Sparx’s menu also includes vegetarian options like Butternut Squash Ravioli as well as signature drinks at their full-service bar. If you’re especially hungry, try the Monster Burger with three 12 oz patties. Open late, outdoor patio. $9-$18 A G R W

Texas Roadhouse 5019 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 838-0035 • texasroadhouse.com • Upbeat and energet-ic, Texas Roadhouse is “that place they line dance every hour.” Their culinary claims to fame are hand-cut steaks and award-winning fall-off-the-bone ribs. Their bread is baked fresh all day long, and they make all dressings and side dishes from scratch. Free in-the-shell peanuts. Open late on weekends. Entrée: $6-$18 A G Q

SUPPER CLUBConnell’s Club 12 E11295 Hwy. 12, Fall Creek • 877-2140 • A juicy, choice cut New York Strip keeps people coming back for more at this tucked-away supper club. Another popular item is the Bourbon salmon - a grilled fillet of fresh fish slathered in Connell’s special Bourbon sauce. Outdoor seating on the deck, party room available, serves food late. Entrée: $7-$25 A G R

Connell’s II At the Airport 3800 Starr Ave, Eau Claire • 833-9400 • Casual cafe/supper club dining with a full view of the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport runway. Known for their steaks and hearty servings of homemade onion rings. Two private par-ty rooms, Sunday brunch, catering available. Entrée: $7-$25 A G R W

Connell’s Supper Club 18525 50th Ave, Chippewa Falls • 723-5656 • A classic supper club just off the beaten path serving BBQ ribs, chicken, sandwiches, seafood, and even lamb-chops – but they’re really known for their steaks and big portions of just about everything. Open late on weekends, Sunday brunch. Entrée: $12-$19 A G R

Harpole’s Supper Club 19845 Co. Trk. X, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-3006 • Harpole’s is a casual family establishment known for its excellent martinis and Old Fashioneds. The $1 burger special on Tuesdays is big with the locals, but the signature BBQ ribs will really give you something to talk about. Entrée: $5-$14 A G R

High Shores Supper Club 17985 Co. Trk. X, Chip-pewa Falls • 723-9854 • highshores.com • Home of “fine dining in a casual atmosphere,” High Shores is nestled on the edge of Lake Wissota. The kitchen cuts the trademark steaks by hand and menu favorites like their BBQ Ribs and Honey Pecan Turkey Medallions might just turn you into a regular. Seafood options like perch, blue gills, crappies, king crab, tiger shrimp, and salmon won’t hurt, either. If the weather’s nice, mo-tor up to one of the restaurant’s lake docks. Ask about the dinner cruise. Outdoor seating, vegetarian friendly, private party pavilion. Entrée: $10-$20 A G R

Jake’s Supper Club E5690 County Rd. D, Menomonie • 235-2465 • jakessupperclub.com • With a menu as large as Jake’s, it’s hard to pinpoint a sig-nature item, but if you ask a regular, they’ll point right to the slow-roasted prime rib. Terrific lake views, live entertainment all summer long, and a huge Sunday brunch buffet leave you little (if any) reason to stay away. Three decks of outdoor seating, private party rooms, and banquet services. Entrée: $10-$20 A G R W

Skoog’s Parkside 932 N. Broadway St, Menomonie • 235-6124 • skoogsparkside.com • Known for their popovers and perfect steaks, Skoog’s fosters a relaxed and casual supper club atmosphere complete with two waterfalls near the patio. Check out the Friday night fish fry and salad bar. Banquet facility can accommo-date 100 people. Vegetarian friendly, Sunday brunch. Entrée: $10-$25 A G R W

The Espresso Cheesecake at Mona Lisa’s (428 Water St., Eau Claire) is but one sweet way to finish off your savory Mediterranean meal. Beforehand, you could sample their Mona Margarita.

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WORLDPorter’s 205 S. Barstow St, in the Ramada, Eau Claire • 855-0856 • portersec.com • Make sure you take a gander at Porter’s beautiful bar, decked out in rich woodwork (not to mention 12 beer taps). A steak, seafood, and chop house, Porter’s has a classy atmosphere where diners can enjoy every-thing from upscale suppers to the popular lunchtime meatloaf. Open for breakfast every day and nightly specials in the evenings, featuring a worldly menu of Indian, Arabian, and Mexican items. Open late on weekends, private party/meeting room available, and vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $7-$40 A G R W

Raw Deal 603 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 231-3255 • rawdeal-wi.com • A local oasis for the raw food movement, Raw Deal doesn’t cook any of its food. The menu, which changes daily, blends organic produce to create entrées near-identical in taste to heat-prepped cuisine. Made with locally grown veggies, you’ll find items like creamy green enchiladas, stuffed Portobello mushrooms, and sa-vory cabbage rolls. Specialty beer and wines are also on the menu. The shop also features a bakery and full service coffee bar. Check out the organic fruit smoothies and the key lime bars. Open Sunday mornings, catering services, and very vegetarian friendly. Entrée: $4-$6.50 A G R W

The Water Street Deli 628 Water St., Eau Claire • 514-4555 • This combination deli/restaurant/grocery store specializes in Mediterranean cuisine such as falafel, gyros, hummus, baba ghanoush, and chicken kebabs. They also offer traditional American items such as Philly Steak sandwiches and burgers. Lunch specials are available Monday through Friday. Vegetarian friendly, open late, de-livery available, sidewalk seating available. $4-$10 D G R W

Zanzibar Restaurant and Pub 228 E. Main St., Menomonie • 231-9269 • zanzibarmenomonie.com • Deep red walls and rich hardwood accents create a warm and relaxing setting for an exciting, eclec-tic meal at Zanzibar. The menu contains numerous original dishes inspired by a variety of international cuisines. The most popular item, lavosh, is a thin cracker bread topped with cheese, veggies, and a variety of meats such as Persian chicken. The bar can stir up over 60 kinds of martinis, and the wine list exceeds 80 bottles. If given the lead time (phone well ahead), Zanzibar’s chefs will even cre-ate custom meals. Reservations are recommended on weekends. Very vegetarian friendly (any meal can be altered), open late on weekends. $17-$20 A G R








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Amber Inn Bar & Grill 840 E. Madison St., Eau Claire • 832-0568 Broadway Bar & Pizza 1920 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 832-5100 • broadwaypizzaeauclaire.com Burrachos Fresh Mexican Grill 5314 Prill Rd., Eau Claire • 834-1843 || 329 Water St., Eau Claire • 835-6195 • burrachos.com Buzzy’s Pizza Emporium 414 Water St., Eau Claire • 552-1600 • buzzyspe.com Domino’s Pizza 3311 London Rd., Eau Claire • 833-3933 || 1719 N Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 833-3930 • dominos.com Egg Roll-Plus 1611 Bellinger St., Eau Claire • 832-6125Erbert and Gerbert’s 409 Water St, Eau Claire • 835-9995 || 3003 London Rd, Eau Claire • 552-1933 • erbertandgerberts.comExit 59 Family Restaurant 6220 Texaco Dr, Eau Claire • 874-6213Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que 2911 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 835-2227 • famousdaves.com Fortune Cookie Chinese Restaurant 1702 Har-ding Ave., Eau Claire • 833-0088 Godfather’s Pizza 2510 Mondovi Rd, Eau Claire • 830-9362 • godfathers.com Golden Dragon 2709 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 552-2790 Green Mill Restaurant & Bar 2703 Craig Rd., Eau Claire • 839-8687 • greenmilleauclaire.com Jade Garden 3620 Gateway Dr., Eau Claire • 833-9868 • jadegardenwi.com Jewel Of India 205 S Barstow St., Eau Claire • 833-3990Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich Shop 2135 Brackett Ave, Eau Claire • 831-7827 || 923 W. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 834-1000 • jimmy-johns.com Jim’s Pizza 421 Water St., Eau Claire • 838-8888 • jeffandjims.com Lewie J’s 800 Wisconsin Street, Eau Claire • 833-7510 • lewiejs.com Mancino’s Grinders and Pizza 4056 Com-monwealth Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4000 || 809 W. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 835-4100 • manci-noseauclaire.com Mike’s Smokehouse 2235 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 834-8153 Monkey in the Middle Pizza & Subs 5150 Fair-view Drive (Metropolis Resort), Eau Claire • 838-9663 • actioncityfun.com New York Pizza & Deli 320 Water St., Eau Claire • 835-5000

Panera Bread 4601 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire • 834-9752 • panerabread.com Papa John’s Pizza 623 E. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 839-9393 || 2403 Eddy Lane, Eau Claire • 839-9395 • papajohns.com Pizza Del Re 911 N. Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 834-0703 • pizzadelre.com Pizza Hut 2602 E. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 834-5346 || 1242 W. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 834-1004 || 2225 Eddy Lane, Eau Claire • 833-1222 • pizzahut.com Pizza Ranch 2815 Truax Blvd., Eau Claire • 514-4143Quick Wok 501 Water St., Eau Claire • 832-4545 Sammy’s Pizza Restaurant & Pub 2812 Lon-don Rd, Eau Claire • 831-1300Topper’s Pizza 1616 N. Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • 552-1111 || 2159 Eastridge Center, Eau Claire • 833-1111 • toppers.com The Water Street Deli 628 Water St., Eau Claire • 514-4555

chippewa falls4:30 AM Coffee Shop 608 N. Bridge St., Chip-pewa Falls • 720-6165 Bake ‘n’ Brew Cafe 17255 Co. Hwy. X, Chip-pewa Falls • 720-2360 Camille’s Sidewalk Café 1120 122nd St., Suite 3, Chippewa Falls • 833-2233 • camillescafe.com Domino’s Pizza 354 Chippewa Mall Dr, Chip-pewa Falls • 726-2626 • dominos.com Eisold’s Irvine Bar 130 Fleet St., Chippewa Falls • 720-1280 Four Corners 14982 Co. Hwy. S, Chippewa Falls • 723-6783 Glen Loch Saloon 1300 Jefferson Ave., Chip-pewa Falls • 723-1297 JimBob’s Pizza 3636 Melby St, Chippewa Falls • 836-0909 • jimbobspizza.net Lucy’s Delicatessen 117 N Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 720-9800 • foreign5.com Olson’s Ice Cream Parlor & Deli 611 N. Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 723-4331 Pizza Hut 225 Prairieview Rd, Chippewa Falls • 723-2812 • pizzahut.com

menomonieBlind Munchies 621 Wilson Ave., Menomonie • 235-9300 • streetlevelministry.com Burrachos Fresh Mexican Grill 2401 State Hwy 25 N # 2, Meno. • 233-0281 • burrachos.com

City Limits Restaurant 2100 Co. Trk. B, Menomonie • 235-1166 Domino’s Pizza 1205 Broadway St. S, Menomonie • 232-6333 • dominos.com Fortune Cookie Chinese Restaurant 319 S. Broadway St., Menomonie • 235-3532 Fuzzy’s Bar & Grill N5729 410th St., Menomonie • 231-3899 • fuzzysbarandgrill.comJeff’s Pizza 145 Main St., Menomonie • 231-3131 • jeffspizzashop.comJimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwich Shop 1301 N. Broadway, Menomonie • 235-7827 • jimmy-johns.com Pizza Hut Italian Bistro 2307 Hwy. 25 N, Menomonie • 235-9044 • pizzahut.com Ted’s Pizza Palace 306 E. Main St, Menomonie • 235-0600 • tedspizzapie.com

otherBlue Moose Grill & Steak House 1628 Woodard Rd, Bloomer • 568-2687 • bluemooseco.com Family Farms Market 50684 N. Main St., Eleva • 287-3332 • familyfarmsmarket.comSimply Cakes 3636 Melby St., Lake Hallie • 514-4549 • simplycakesllc.com

Make ‘em bring it to your door – just don’t forget the tip.

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ACOUSTIC CAFÉ 62 AZUL TEQUILA 50BROADWAY BAR & PIZZA 58BURRACHOS 48CONNELL’S RESTAURANTS 54COUNTRY NIGHT SALOON NIGHTS 49DAS BIERHAUS 49DRAGANETTI’S RISTORANTE 31DUNCAN CREEK WINE BAR & GRILLE 53THE EDGE PUB & EATERY 41EGG ROLL PLUS 59EL PATIO 22ERBERT & GERBERT’S 47EVERY BUDDY’S BAR & GRILL 18EXIT 45 RESTAURANT & BAKERY 47FANNY HILL 22FILL INN STATION SALOON & REST. 34FOSTER CHEESE HAUS 13FUJI SUSHI & STEAKHOUSE 13GALLOWAY GRILLE 08GLORIA JEAN’S COFFEES 45THE GOAT COFFEE HOUSE 37GREAT WALL BUFFET 50GREEN MILL 29GRIZZLY’S WOOD-FIRED GRILL & STEAKS 07HARMONY CORNER CAFÉ 57HARPOLE’S SUPPER CLUB 18HECKEL’S FAMILY RESTAURANT 53HOULIGANS STEAK & SEAFOOD PUB 61IFD WAREHOUSE STORE 08JADE GARDEN 19JAKE’S SUPPER CLUB 68JAMES SHEELEY HOUSE 48JUST LOCAL FOOD 41THE KIM CHI CAFÉ 36LEINENKUGEL’S INSIDE COVERLITTLE CAESARS 34LOG JAM 20LUCY’S DELICATESSEN 21MAPLE MANOR LOUNGE 56METROPOLIS RESORT 19MIKE’S SMOKEHOUSE 45MILWAUKEE BURGER COMPANY 07MOE’S DINER 29MOUSETRAP 59NOODLES & COMPANY 30NORSKE NOOK AT NORTHWOODS 54OLIVE GARDEN 36PAD THAI 64PLAYMAKERS BAR & GRILL 42THE POURHOUSE 60RAINBOW CATERING 42RALPH’S RED APPLE GRILL & BAR 37THE RAW DEAL 26REGIS COURT DENTAL ASSOCIATES 31SAMMY’S PIZZA & RESTAURANT 33SHARI’S CHIPPEWA CLUB BAR & GRILL 30SMILING MOOSE DELI 17TAVERNA GRILL 42TAILGATES SPORTS BAR & GRILL 54TED’S PIZZA 14TGI FRIDAY’S 17TOKYO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 21TOPPERS PIZZA 39VFW POST 7232 56WATER STREET DELI & GROCERY 11WHISKEY’S GRILL & BAR 66ZANZIBAR RESTAURANT & PUB 26

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