The coffee is delicious! We were in town for the weekend! We went everyday; it was so good!read more

My absolute favorite coffee spot in the Chippewa Valley! They've got a great menu with special…read morecoffee offerings that change every few months, delicious baked goods, a cozy breakfast selection, and even monthly flights to try out new flavors. What sets Whirlybird apart is their genuine care for customers. It's rare to find a place that makes you feel as valued and appreciated as they do here. Their dedication to mental health awareness shines through in every interaction. Personally, I visit weekly, not just for the great coffee and treats, but for the warm, welcoming atmosphere they create for everyone who walks through their doors. In a valley full of great spots, Whirlybird stands out for their kindness - a true badge of honor. It's the little things that count, and they excel at making each visit a memorable experience. Excited to see location #2 in all its glory on River Street when it opens in Fall 2024. A heart felt congratulations to everyone that makes Whirlybird the best place to be!!! Keep up everything you do and don't change a thing.

I love this place! I've only gone through the drive through since moving to Chippewa less than a…read moreyear ago, but these guys are my go to for coffee! Their cold brew is delicious, and the staff is always friendly and attentive to customers. Highly recommend stopping here for your coffee fix if you're in the Chippewa area!

Best Coffee in the Chippewa Valley (Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, Altoona, Hallie. It is called the…read more4:30 because that is what time they get in to start baking. No opening boxes and thawing or reheating like at so many places - this is all scratch baked. Coffee is not roasted on site, but it is still the best coffee in the valley. Lunch is good also. Not a ton of choices but again, all scratch made, including the bread and soups. I come here usually once per week for either breakfast or lunch. I am never disappointed when I eat at this locally owned coffee house. Free internet - no glitches or crazy sign ins required.

They have amazing Ube sorbet that you can add your own toppings on and they atmosphere is very…read morecalming and pretty/asthetic. It's also a good place for meetings. I definently recommend this place for everyone.

They make a great banana strawberry smoothie. You can have packages sent from UPS or fed ex. The…read morestaff are amicable. Coffee also great.

First time here. Located inside the food court, it's a really nice space with plenty of room,…read morevarious seating areas, and lots of natural light from the large windows. I got a super nice greeting from the barista and ordered a Chai Latte. Normally, I would go for a London Fog Tea Latte in a mug, but they didn't offer that. The Chai Latte I had instead was very good -- flavorful, well-balanced, and served at the right temperature. I'd definitely stop again if I'm in the area.

Driving through WI and found this spot! Coming from Minneapolis, my first mentions have to be…read moreprices () and free parking (). I loved the homemade vanilla bean syrup in my latte (noticed it was vanilla bean and homemade...yum). I've been mostly DF for a couple months so tried the DF/GF blueberry coffee cake and..it tastes DF/GF so it wasn't my favorite but we would for sure stop again for $11 for 2 drinks and ample seating in the building!

My new spot! Shout out to my cousin who encouraged us to drive 12 extra minutes outside of…read moreMenomonie to switch things up. Scatterbrain has lots of exterior parking and loads of history in the preserved building which previously operated as a general store. I thought for sure this would be an order at the counter type spot and was pleasantly surprised to learn there is a full serving staff and onsite roasting of coffee beans. Both breakfast and lunch is offered here along with a massive espresso coffee and non coffee drink menu including house made syrups. I enjoy the big variety and uniqueness of every item including the fresh baked goods like monkey bread, pickle salad, in house syrups and ice cream. Bonus: check out the interior gift items from earrings to coffee beans to apparel along with the hidden library nook which is great for kiddos and contains a lovely scrap book outlining the history and remodel of the space.

Service was painfully slow. Zero coordination happening. Don't go u less you have the entire…read moremorning to waste.

An Eau Claire local raved about this spot and I'm pleased to say that Nostalgic Bean lived up to…read morethe hype! I came in on a Sunday morning and there was a little line of people ahead of me but it moved pretty quickly! Interior-wise, there isn't a ton of space for seating but luckily, there are plenty of tables/chairs at The Yard Container Park that's ~40 second walk from the bakery. I got the strawberry passionfruit cruffin, chocolate almond croissant, lavender vanilla shortbread, and a latte with sugar-free caramel. First off, I was very impressed with the variety of flavors that were displayed (i.e. passionfruit, rhubarb, cardamon, kimchi, etc.) All the baked goods I got were fantastic- especially the cruffin. I was initially hesitant to order it because I'm not a fan when the exterior doesn't have that flakey/crunchiness. But I'm glad I tried the one here because the texture was perfect. As for the filling, it was a good balance of sweet and tart. Same thing for the croissant. When I ate the cruffin, I already knew the croissant was about to hit- and it did. Perfectly flakey and had that beautiful crunchy exterior. They definitely didn't skimp on the chocolate/almond filling either! Personally, it was a little too much for me but that's just a me thing Last but not least, the lavender vanilla shortbread was wonderful. You can actually taste the lavender and they added a perfect amount of salt to bring the flavors out! Aside from the delightful pastries, the coffee was lovely and the staff were super friendly. Nostalgic Bean is definitely a Altoona gem!

I'm so excited we got to stop by and try things. The service was very friendly and prompt. I had…read morethe everything seasoning and cream cheese croissant which was really flavorful and had great texture. The kids inhaled the homemade blackberry pop tart. Chai latte was delicious, not too sweet, not too spicy and I love the variety of steamers available for kids. They even offered to make them kid temp! Space was cozy and had plenty of tables when we went (10am weekday).

Delicious drinks, done dirt cheap!…read more Situated in a hotel is Eau Claire Downtown Coffee. Or better known as ECDC. I saw this place when I first visited Eau Claire but never got the chance to go. I told my friends that when we hang out for vacation, my only one real request is hitting up ECDC at some point. Not because I love rock music but because I love the ingenuity of the name... and maybe because it reminds me of AC/DC every time I think about it. We popped in on our quiet day and were greeted with a really nice coffeehouse and some really nice baristas. I ordered my usual americano while Tim and Matt got drinks and a small baked good. We took a seat at one of the tables and just chatted and talked about our plans for the day. My americano was really good. I noticed americanos up around Eau Claire were more subtle and subdued versus back home, which by this point I was getting used to it. Tim and Matt both got a latte that sounded good to them and a baked good. Matt got a macaroon and Tim got a tiramisu cake square. I don't have much to say about this place that I haven't said a million times already. It was really nice inside. It had a very black theme to it. Maybe inspired by being somewhat named like this one hard rock band? There were some Star Wars meditating posters in one corner of the dining area. We didn't stay long before we slowly sauntered on to our next destination but I am 110% glad we stopped in and finally got to check it out. It was definitely worth the wait. Check it out sometime if you are in the area and need a break from the chain places (or try one of the other good places to get coffee in the area, which is what I suggest). Rock on and stay caffeinated.

Service by Jordan was colder than the iced brew. The new Hiker coffee tastes like dirty socks.read more

A cute cafe with very unique options! First time trying a kolache and was not disappointed. It was…read morefilling, and the cinnamon roll was perfect. The drinks were amazing and the staff were very nice. The interior has somewhat limited seating but we came on a good day and were the only ones inside. They also offer fun gifts and teas to take home!

Love this place, cute vibe, friendly employees. Let's just turn the heat up a bit and not have the…read moredoors wide open the entire time stuff is being delivered? Absolutely freezing at times! Some more food options would be nice too :)