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

The Best of the Chippewa Valley 2025

Best Beer Selection

With this year’s No. 1 win, The Fire House (202 Gibson St., Eau Claire) is officially on an 11-year first-place streak in this category. With nearly 40 taps of rotating craft beer plus a full liquor selection, cocktails, and N/A options, The Fire House has turned into a go-to for folks of all (legal) ages. Plus, they have free popcorn. The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen (402 Graham Ave., Eau Claire) opened with a bang in 2024, boasting 72 self-pour taps - the largest self-pour taproom in the Midwest! - plus craft cocktails, THC drinks, and more. The Growler Guys (2832 London Road, Eau Claire) offers 60 rotating brews plus ciders, seltzers, and more. Snag a pizza and stay all night! —McKenna Scherer