French fries are truly a gift from God, and the Valley agrees these three restaurants fry their julienne-sliced potatoes to perfection. Valley Burger Company (locations in Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls) leads for the third year with big ol’ baskets of fries served with their famous Valley sauce. New to this category, taking second is The District Pub & Grill (101 Graham Ave., Eau Claire). Try their classic or cajun fries, or go full out Wisconsin and load ’em with beer cheese and bacon. When you need a break from pinball wizarding, grab a side of the truffle fries at Reboot Social (220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire). –Stephanie Nesja