Best of the Chippewa Valley

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The Best of the Chippewa Valley 2022

The Best of the Chippewa Valley 2023

The Best of the Chippewa Valley 2024

Best Beer Selection

The Fire House (202 Gibson St., Eau Claire) keeps getting better and better, and now it’s celebrating its eighth year at No. 1. With 38 beers on tap, and more in bottles, their selection remains inspirational for local beer enthusiasts. The Brewing Projekt (1807 N. Oxford Ave., Eau Claire) comes in second this year, with a variety of tasty beers for your tasty buds (some of which rank as best local brews). In third, Growler Guys (2832 London Road, Eau Claire) has 60 different drinks on tap. Stop in for killer food and all the choices in the world. –Kelly Carlson