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Altoona Family Restaurant

American food in a simple family atmosphere where breakfast is served all day and homemade specials are the norm. AFR is popular for fish frys on Friday nights. Sunday brunch, vegetarian friendly.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$9

Altoona • 830-5000

 

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American Table Family Restaurant

American Table is another one of those great places that not only serves breakfast all day long, but also offers a menu with a bit of everything (some seafood, Mexican, Italian, and classic American fare). Try a hot sandwich, taco salad, or the spaghetti. Don't forget to save room for dessert.

Avg Price: $4-$10

Eau Claire • 552-5348

 
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Blue Moon Family Restaurant

With a menu that’s seven pages long, finding something you like at Blue Moon shouldn’t be a challenge. They’ve got everything from Greek (spinach pies) to Asian (great stir-fries) to Mexican, and of course, family-style American classics. Breakfast is popular, but don’t miss the dinner specials, such as the fish fry. And check out the homemade cinnamon rolls, said to be “bigger than a plate.” Breakfast available all day long, reservations available for larger parties, very vegetarian friendly.

Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$10

Eau Claire • 833-8036

 

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Bresina’s Old Home Restaurant

A quality, plain Jane, working class joint where everyone is welcome. Known for good home cooking, homemade hashbrowns, and their potato dumplings. Vegetarian friendly.

Avg Price: Entrée: $3-$12

Chippewa Falls • 723-7973

 
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Camille's Sidewalk Café

Camille's fast, casual dining offers an all-day breakfast, wraps, grilled paninis, sandwiches, salads, pizza, coffee, and smoothies. They feature their own brand of soup and salsa, and offer catering services. Outdoor seasonal seating, breakfast, and private area available.

Avg Price: Entrée: $7

Chippewa Falls • 833-2233 • www.camillescafe.com/

 

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Chick-A-Dee’s Family Restaurant

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.

Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$9

Eau Claire • 832-7724

 
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Chippewa Family Restaurant

One of the area’s big breakfast spots, the Chippewa Family Restaurant cracks open more eggs than a clumsy farmer. However, regulars of all ages show up for lunch and dinner, as well (not to mention the homey atmosphere). Check out the daily specials. The plentiful comfort food is available for carry out.

Avg Price: Entrée: $4-$9

Chippewa Falls • 723-4751

 

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Chuck’s On Clairemont

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.

Avg Price: Entrée: $3-$9

Eau Claire • 835-2485

 

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City Limits Restaurant

Located right on exit 45, City Limits serves up classic diner food in a fun atmosphere where the waitresses treat you right and almost everything is homemade. Try the popular desserts (carrot cake especially). Sunday brunch, private party room, banquet services, open late, and delivery available.

Avg Price: Entrée: $7-$10

Menomonie • 235-1166

 
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The Creamery Restaurant & Inn

A strong commitment to seasonal, local, organic ingredients makes for memorable noshing at The Creamery. They serve dinner and weekend brunch on the screened in terrace, or in the dining room and tasting bar. The Brick House Bakery and Café offers espresso, organic teas, and baked goods made with whole grains and organic flour. They’ve got casual fare for breakfast or lunch in a cool setting with Wi-fi access. Plenty of meeting space available. They also feature 12 inn rooms with king sized beds, double whirl pool tubs, and natural views to landscaped gardens or woods.

Avg Price: Entrée: $18-$30

Downsville • 664-8354 • www.thenewcreamery.com

 

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Eisold’s Irvine Bar

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 burgers on Sunday and Monday; come back for all you can eat tacos on Tuesday or wings on Wednesday; 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.

Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$7

Chippewa Falls • 720-1280

 

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Erwin’s 19th Hole

Homemade onion rings and French fries cater to the customer at the newly reopened 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 choices"). The grill is open til bar time. Outdoor seating is available.

Avg Price: $5-$6

Chippewa Falls • 831-6337 • www.erwins19thhole.com

 

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Exit 59 Family Restaurant

A family diner atmosphere featuring breakfast skillets, pancakes, burgers, and more. Private party room and catering available.

Avg Price: Entrée: $6-$13

Eau Claire • 874-6213

 

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Four Corners

Four Corners has 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 weekly breakfast. Reservations suggested for large groups. Private party room, and banquet services.

Avg Price: Entrée: $4-$17

Chippewa Falls • 723-6783

 
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Galloway Grille

A classy yet casual place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Decked out in historical photos and memorabilia of downtown Eau Claire, Galloway Grille is known for great burgers and signature salads. Private party/meeting room available, vegetarian friendly, and outdoor seating.

Avg Price: Entrée: $8-$10

Eau Claire • 514-0751 • lowaygrille.com

 

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Girolamo’s Court ‘n House Bar

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. Other favorites include the Icelandic Cod fish fry on Fridays and the Thursday night karaoke. Open late and breakfast.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$10

Eau Claire • 832-5478

 

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Golden Eagle Restaurant

A family-style restaurant cooking up food the whole family can enjoy. Their breakfast and Sunday brunch keeps the locals happy, especially the pancakes. Check out the Friday fish fry.

Avg Price: Entrée: $6

Chippewa Falls • 723-2948

 

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Golden Spike Bar & Grill

This neighborhood bar and grill has burgers that keep the locals coming back for more. Check out breakfast on Sundays. Open late, 250-person banquet hall available.

Avg Price: Entrée: $5

Altoona • 552-5526

 
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Grand Avenue Café

A quaint (and popular) little café known for their sandwiches, quiches, homemade soups, and bread pudding. Vegetarian friendly, breakfast, outdoor seating, and brunch everyday.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $4-$7

Eau Claire • 831-1100

 
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Harmony Corner Café

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, vegetarian friendly, and back room available for parties.

Avg Price: Entrée: $4-$7

Eau Claire • 838-8760 • www.harmonycornercafe.com

 

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Heckel’s Family Restaurant

Heckel’s has a comfortable hometown atmosphere with friendly service. Family style classics like broasted chicken, creamed corn, and big, hearty muffins fill the menu. Breakfast served all day, and open 24 hours.

Avg Price: Entrée: $6-$13

Chippewa Falls • 723-0844

 
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The Living Room Coffee House & Drive-Thru

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 maple syrup. Outdoor seating as well as live music in the backyard for the summer, and vegetarian friendly.

Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$7

Eau Claire • 831-0245

 

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Maple Lounge & Café

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, and some food available after 10 pm.

Avg Price: Entrée: $3-$6

Eau Claire • 552-1998

 

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Menomonie Family Restaurant

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 meatballs, and roast pork/chicken/turkey sandwiches, you’ll have no excuse if you go home hungry. Outdoor seating, private party room.

Avg Price: Entrée: $7-$10

Menomonie • 235-9000 • www.menomoniefamilyrestaurant.com

 

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Moe’s Diner

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.

Avg Price: Entrée: $7

Osseo • 597-3912

 
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Norske Nook at Northwoods Brewpub

The hearty comfort food and breakfasts from the Norske Nook combined with the excellent pub grub and micro brews from 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, vegetarian friendly, and open late on weekends.

Avg Price: Entrée: $6-$17

Eau Claire • 552-0510 • www.northwoodsbrewpub.com

 
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The Nucleus Café

Connected via a convenient hallway to Racy D’lene’s Coffee Lounge’s full-service coffee and espresso bar and sandwich shop, The Nucleus is a cozy café with a European vibe serving breakfast and lunch. Check out the desserts, homemade soups, quiches, omelets, and distinctive sandwiches. The Nucleus is also a traditional crêperie, offering a variety of dessert and main meal crêpes. Stop by for Sunday brunch, outdoor seating, private party room, and vegetarian friendly.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$7

Eau Claire • 834-7777 • www.racysnucleus.com

 

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Obsession Chocolates

To call the famed local chocolatier's freshly opened new location 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 Obsession 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 for parties). Outdoor seating, Sunday brunch, and very vegetarian friendly.

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Avg Price: n/a

Eau Claire • www.obsessionchocolates.com

 

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Olala Paninis & Crepes

Healthy choices abound at this food court gem. Have a yogurt smoothie to accompany your crepe or panini. Choose from ingredients like fresh veggies, hummus, chicken, or even a peanut butter and banana breakfast option. Vegetarian friendly.

Avg Price: $4-$6

Eau Claire • 858-3388

 
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Old Country Buffet

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 Sunday, and vegetarian friendly.

Avg Price: $8-$11

Eau Claire • 834-7747 • www.buffetsinc.com

 
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Perkins Restaurant and Bakery

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. Vegetarian friendly, open 24 hrs.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$10

Eau Claire • 834-9911 • www.perkinsrestaurants.com

 
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Perkins Restaurant and Bakery

With classic favorites like the Tremendous Twelve breakfast and the Chicken Tender Melt, not to mention 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.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$10

Menomonie • 235-2234 • www.perkinsrestaurants.com

 

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Pioneer Grill & Saloon

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 favorites. 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.

Avg Price: Entrée: $6-$11

Menomonie • 235-9927 • www.pioneergrill.com

 

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Porter’s

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 featuring a worldly menu of Indian, Arabian, and Mexican items. Open late on weekends, private party/meeting room available, and vegetarian friendly.

Avg Price: Entrée: $7-$40

Eau Claire • 855-0856 • adaeauclaire.com

 
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Randy’s Family Restaurant

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 dumpling soup and fantastic hashbrowns.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$8

Eau Claire • 839-8449

 
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Tacos Juanita Mexican Restaurant

Eating here offers you enough legitimate street cred to confidently inform anyone within earshot, “If you want real Mexican 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 posole (pork stew). Also serving Torta Sandwiches (hot subs) with your choice of vegetarian or meaty ingredients. Authentic Mexican breakfast every weekend. Outdoor seating, private party area, carry-out service, catering, vegetarian friendly, and open late.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $3-$13

Eau Claire • 835-3229

 

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Vally’s Restaurant

With local art adorning the walls, Vally’s 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. This is a golf course eatery and they'll deliver food to your hole. Open for breakfast all week, outdoor seating, private party room, and catering services.

Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$7

Chippewa Falls • 726-1199 • llysrestaurant.com

 
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Wigwam Tavern

A casual neighborhood 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. Breakfast on Sundays, volleyball court available for private parties, catering services, and open late.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$7

Eau Claire • 834-9061 • www.wigwamtavern.com

 
 
 
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