Take a step back in time at Ramone’s Ice Cream Parlor (503 Galloway St., Eau Claire), where the Midthun family has created a true vintage-style scoop shop, complete with Madison’s Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream flavors like This *&^ Just Got Serious, Superman, and Zanzibar Chocolate. Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse (4751 Owen Ayres Court, Eau Claire) offers more than an upscale environment and unparalleled wine list. Its warm chocolate cake, crème brûlée, and roasted banana cheesecake beckon those celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or life in general. Josef’s Cheesecake (343 E. Park Ave., Chippewa Falls) offers a unique twist on a creamy treat with signature cheesecake cupcakes, including gluten-free and dairy-free options. –Rebecca Mennecke