Eau Claire · Eau Claire County, WI

Food & Drink in Eau Claire

Scout analyzed 70 Eau Claire places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

70

Matches

24

Typical spend

$30

Typical visit

1.1 hr

Best neighborhoods for food & drink

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

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SHIFT

Downtown

SHIFT

SHIFT is a good spot for a quick coffee and light bite, suitable for a solo stop or a casual catch-up. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Fella's Loaded Goat Restaurant & Bar

Food & Drink

Fella's Loaded Goat Restaurant & Bar

This is a casual spot for breakfast or lunch, suitable for families or a quick solo meal. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Encanto Cantina

Food & Drink

Encanto Cantina

Encanto Cantina is a casual Mexican restaurant suitable for a quick meal or a relaxed family dinner. Expect to spend 60-90 minutes and about $10-$25 per person for food.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Nucleus

Food & Drink

The Nucleus

The Nucleus is a good spot for a casual breakfast or lunch, easily combined with a morning walk or errands. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The Informalist

Downtown

The Informalist

The Informalist is suitable for a dinner outing or a nicer lunch, focusing on seasonal small plates, pizza, and cocktails. Plan for a 90-minute visit and a per-person spend of $35-75.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Johnny's Italian Steakhouse

Food & Drink

Johnny's Italian Steakhouse

Johnny's Italian Steakhouse is suitable for a dinner outing, often pairing with an evening show or simply a dedicated meal. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here, with costs typically ranging from $40-$80 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$40–$80 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Grizzly's Wood-Fired Grill

Food & Drink

Grizzly's Wood-Fired Grill

Grizzly's is a casual American steakhouse good for a family dinner or a relaxed date night. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and $20-50 per person on a meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
The Lakely

Downtown

The Lakely

The Lakely is a good choice for an evening out with live jazz and cocktails, suitable for a date or a girls' night. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here, with costs around $30-70 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Phoenix Coffee - Eau Claire

Downtown

Phoenix Coffee - Eau Claire

Phoenix Coffee is suitable for a quick stop to grab coffee and a pastry, or for a relaxed hour of work or reading. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for beverages and light snacks.

FoodShoppingWellness
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen

Downtown

The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen

The Phoenix Taproom & Kitchen is a casual spot for a meal and drinks, suitable for an evening out or a weekend lunch. Expect to spend $25-50 per person for an hour and a half visit, likely pairing well with other downtown activities.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Acoustic Café

Downtown

Acoustic Café

Acoustic Café is suitable for a casual meal or coffee break, potentially combined with a downtown stroll. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person for a sandwich, soup, or coffee.

FoodShoppingArts
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Hangar 54 Grill

Food & Drink

Hangar 54 Grill

Hangar 54 Grill is suitable for a casual meal, often before or after airport activities, taking about an hour and costing $15-30 per person. It's a convenient stop for American fare and drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews
$15–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
ECDC - Eau Claire Downtown Coffee

Downtown

ECDC - Eau Claire Downtown Coffee

ECDC is a good spot for a casual coffee break or a light meal, easily pairing with downtown shopping or errands. Expect to spend under $15 per person for a visit of about 45 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Racy D'Lenes Coffee Lounge

Food & Drink

Racy D'Lenes Coffee Lounge

Racy D'Lenes is good for a casual coffee stop or quiet work session, typically lasting an hour. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person on drinks and light food.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Grand Avenue Cafe

Food & Drink

Grand Avenue Cafe

Grand Avenue Cafe is a classic spot for a relaxed breakfast or lunch, perfect for starting a weekend day or a casual meal during the week. Expect to spend 45 minutes to an hour and around $10-25 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
The French Press

Food & Drink

The French Press

The French Press is a solid spot for a casual breakfast or lunch, great for a solo stop or a family meal. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person for coffee and a meal.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Coffee Grounds

Food & Drink

The Coffee Grounds

This is a good spot for a casual coffee break, a quick lunch, or browsing specialty items and beverages. Plan for 1-2 hours and expect to spend $5-25 per person depending on purchases.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$5–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Bridge Street Brew

Food & Drink

Bridge Street Brew

Bridge Street Brew is a casual coffee shop for a quick caffeine stop or a light breakfast, suitable for solo visits or small groups. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
The Goat Coffee House

Food & Drink

The Goat Coffee House

The Goat Coffee House is a standard coffee shop good for a quick drink or light snack. Plan for 30 minutes and under $15 per person for a typical visit.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub

Downtown

Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub

This is a solid choice for a casual dinner featuring steaks and seafood, possibly with drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-$75 per person. It pairs well with a downtown stroll before or after.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
44 North

Food & Drink

44 North

This is a casual spot for American food, drinks, and potentially arcade games, suitable for a relaxed family meal or a social gathering. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$15–$35 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Northern Taphouse - Eau Claire

Food & Drink

Northern Taphouse - Eau Claire

Northern Taphouse is a casual spot for American pub fare and drinks, often paired with watching a game. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$40 per person for a meal and a drink.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Mona Lisa's Restaurant | Italian

Food & Drink

Mona Lisa's Restaurant | Italian

Mona Lisa's is a modern Italian restaurant suitable for a nice evening out, especially for couples or small groups. Expect to spend 90-120 minutes and $30-$70 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Cabin Coffee Co.

Food & Drink

Cabin Coffee Co.

Cabin Coffee Co. is a good stop for a casual coffee or quick meal, suitable for an efficient morning grab-and-go or a relaxed afternoon break. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for coffee and a light bite.

FoodShoppingCocktails
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Patio, trail, or open-air.

What Scout found

  • 28 of the 70 analyzed Eau Claire places fit food & drink.
  • 4% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 50% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Quiet, Playful, Upscale, Romantic.

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