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Albertville Tavern

A casual, family place where the generous 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. Outdoor seating and late-night eats (pizza).

Avg Price: Entrée: $8-$12

Colfax • 874-6217

 

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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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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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Chicken Unlimited

A classic local destination, Chicken Unlimited has been in town for over 40 years. Order at the counter and grab a seat in their vintage chicken joint atmosphere where the most popular dish is ... fried chicken.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $5-$10

Eau Claire • 834-6688

 
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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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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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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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The Cabin on Grand

Nothing comes out of a can at The Cabin on Grand in Chippewa Falls. These fresh-obsessed cooks pack their ingredients into dozens of specialty omelets, which are served all day. Slather some apple butter or syrup on their popular potato pancakes, or delve into an Eggs Benedict. The comfortable, homey downtown diner welcomes vegetarians as well, offering a number of veggie omelets and quesadillas. Wireless internet available.

Avg Price: Entrée $4-$8

Chippewa Falls • 723-4025

 

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The Flame Three

A newly remodeled family-style place with an extensive menu, The Flame Three offers everything from omelets to seafood. Partake in their Prime Rib, offered every Saturday, or try their Friday Fish Fry. Carry-out available and private party room.

Avg Price: Entree: $6-$12

Menomonie • 235-5154

 

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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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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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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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Mike’s Smokehouse

Many customers consider Mike’s to be the only place in town for BBQ. Their meaty menu has plenty to offer, from beef to pork to chicken to fish to 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 seating, catering services.

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Avg Price: Entrée: $3-$12

Eau Claire • 834-8153

 

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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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Mom’s Kitchen

Offering home-style cooking at its finest, the waitresses 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.

Avg Price: Entrée: $6.50

Eau Claire • 838-8994

 
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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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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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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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Ted’s Pizza Palace

An authentic pizza parlor that crafts its own sausage, sauces, and crust, Ted’s is a family favorite. There’s something for everyone, 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.

Avg Price: Entrée: $8-$15

Menomonie • 235-0600 • www.tedspizzapie.com

 
 
 
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