It's a hotel's bar. But it's actually nice. Fairly price. Cocktails $10-14. It's legit cocktail…read more Very skillful bartenders. Amazingly chilled vibe. Friendly service

A stunning,cozy, vibey bar attached to the Lismore by Doubletree Hilton hotels. This is a fantastic…read morefind when we came to Eau Claire for a weekend away! After getting settled in, we decided to pop in for a drink before grabbing some dinner. Our server was amazing and so very kind when I asked if I could get a Penelope toasted old-fashioned. We got really lucky on an October fall night by being able to sit outside on their lit up patio that overlooks the town center. they have various signature cocktails that boast bold flavor and fun pairings. And if you're into low proof or no proof cocktails, they did not leave you out as they have a fantastic menu showcasing delicious recipes for those as well. This ended up being a super special weekend for us and I can't wait for us to return back.

We had reservations for brunch. Waited 10+ minutes for a table when we arrived at our reserved…read moretime, and proceeded to then wait *50 minutes* for our food after ordering (fairly simple breakfast items). This was while multiple other parties who arrived after us were served their food, ate, paid and left. It was quite obvious they forgot to submit the order or the kitchen lost the ticket. These things happen and I would never fault someone for an accident when they acknowledge and apologize. But they acted like nothing was wrong when I asked (after 35 minutes of waiting), and I was also quite surprised that they didn't offer any discount or food while we waited. The food was good, but definitely not worth the wait or the $65+ bill for 4 people just ordering breakfast and nothing else. Sadly may be our first and last time here, even though we had heard great things about it.

We went on a Sunday morning. I was surprised they don't open until 9 for breakfast. We made a…read morereservation for 915 and got in right away. The place filled up quickly. By the time we left there were a lot of people waiting for a table. The hostess and waitstaff were very friendly. Water glasses and coffee were kept full. The coffee was a little watery. I had the ham and cheddar omelette. I didn't want the hash browns so they substitute a salad instead. The salad was good. The omelette was very different. The eggs were extremely soft. It had sliced ham which was a little hard to cut through and the cheddar cheese was very sharp. The sourdough bread was good. My husband had the biscuits and gravy which he said wasn't very hot. My daughter in law said the hash browns were very good.

TLDR: creative cocktail and good menu with a Wisconsin twist…read more I brought my group of 8 family and friends here and everyone loved what they ordered! The menu features a lot of local Wisconsin produce and Wisconsin favorites with a twist, like Baked Cheese Curds (the tomato jam is SO GOOD) and Portobello Poppers with a wild rice and cheddar filling (it was so tasty I couldn't believe it was vegetarian!). Everyone really liked the Chicken Fried Rabbit (obviously, not our veg friend lol). The buttermilk-brined rabbit leg was so juicy and tender. The red cabbage slaw on the side was a perfect pairing. The Candied Pork Belly just melted in my mouth, no joke! And I love that it was seasoned with hoisin sauce and came with some baba ghanoush, which you'd think wouldn't go together--but it so does. For my main, I had the Grilled Ribeye and my bf had the Roasted Lamb. Both were cooked to perfection (medium rare) and both were phenomenal! The chimichurri on the side had some sweet kick to it but the steak didn't even need it bc it was plenty flavorful and tasty. The lamb was so tender and the mint gelee was *chef's kiss*. The Great Lakes Walleye was served on a nice tomato confit brodo and my bf's parents absolutely loved how imaginative it was. We all thought it'd just come out with a side of potatoes or something but the presentation blew us away AND they said it was very lovely. The kids loved their How 'Bout Them Apples pizza, which wouldn't have been my first choice (apples on pizza?!) but it did look tasty! For drinks, I ordered the Seamus (which is basically an old fashioned with Irish whiskey) and my partner ordered the Watermelon Mojito. I couldn't believe he liked the Seamus bc he usually hates old fashioneds but tbf it was a very well balanced cocktail! His Watermelon Mojito was refreshing and yummy (but a little too sweet for me). My bf and our friend both loved it tho! We'll definitely be back again the next time we pass thru Eau Claire!!

Huge thanks to the staff at The Informalist for accommodating a large group with short notice a few…read moreweeks back during our visit to Eau Claire. I think we had approximately 20 people and a couple joined last minute. I know this is not ideal for servers, but it worked out well and again, we so appreciate it! The Informalist was super convenient since many of us were staying at the Lismore Hotel. Since this restaurant is located in the lobby, it was just super easy and the menu has something for everyone. We ordered from both the pizza and regular dinner menu and many of us shared a bit of everything! The truffle fries may have been the biggest hit of all, so don't miss out on those! Pizza is fabulous too. We saw elote fries, a burger, caesar salad, steak and so many other things at our table. My favorite pizza was the Yellow Jacket, which includes red sauce, mozzarella, cheddar cheese, pepperoni, and spicy honey. My least favorite item was the salmon crudo, but the salmon entree was not bad. Ambiance is hip and trendy and feels a bit fancy, but we were all dressed casually. Interesting due to the name of the restaurant, but it works! If back in the area, I'd absolutely return. Enjoy!

Food was great - Fast Service - Great people - If your looking for a relaxing place to visit come…read morehere

Had high hopes when we walked in: a serve yourself beer wall with 40-plus taps and another row of…read moreciders and similar hard beverages. You get an RFID card tied to your credit card, and you pay by the ounce based on what you pour. Seat yourself, scan the table QR code, verify it, and pull up the menu to order. Looks can be decieving. I started with several small 1-2 ounce pours which I took to my table. Both tasted off - like the glass still had soap/disinfectant or the tap lines haven't been cleaned. I thought Id turn to the food and revisit beers in a few. Once I scanned the QR code, it took a full 2 minutes to recognize it, then spun for a while before loading the table. I accidentally went back and had to start over. For an app based restaurant, you would expect open wifi; it required a password which I didn't see anywhere. When I finally pulled up the menu and ordered, the list was equally underwhelming. My dinner companion from work and I both ordered wraps, which for a low-interaction service setting were surprising high priced since they came with no sides - roughly $16 each - but sides like tots could be added for $4. Im going to guess, generously, that my buffalo chicken wrap had 1.5 to 2 tenders cut up in it. At least the fries didnt disappoint, but the tots had a weird chicken seasoning like coating. Bob - my dining company - has tried more than 180 IPAs based on his untapped app record. He tried 8 samples and couldnt find one that tasted good or right. I had a similar sampling. In the end, I decided to try Michelob Ultra - the beer with the least taste I could think of - and poured a few ounces in a plastic, disposable cup and a few in their glassware. I was hoping to identify the source of the sour, off-taste on ever line we tried. Although I still couldn't decide if the kitchen disinfectant or the tap lines were the source, I can say the two samples, tapped at the same time, tasted different. Neither was good. I had high hopes when I walked in. I wont be back.

The backyard BBQ bloody is amazing! I wasn't expecting the flavor it had. I didn't get a photo…read morebecause I couldn't put it down. Imagine a glass filled with the red stuff and some dreamy BBQ whiskey with a minor garnish of pickle/olive for $7. Yes please! I think I'll try it smoked next time.

My mom and I had so much fun at their New Year's party last night. They made it so enjoyable for us…read moreand we all celebrated together. The owner bought cute hats and decorated the place in a beautiful way. My favorite were the lights in the background. The lighting was just right, not too bright, and not too dark. The drinks were REALLY well made and delicious, you can tell the bartender knows what she is doing! We will for sure be back for round 2! Oh yeah, we all did karaoke and danced, but I did not want to break the mic so I just listened! Lot's of hidden talent in Eau Claire!

River Jams was great! We were in Chippewa for the day on a Friday and I'd seen good reviews online…read moreabout their first fry. It lived up to the hype! I thought the fish fry was amazing and drinks were very well priced, the vibes of the restaurant were great, overlooking the river. Our service was great as well, super friendly. I can't wait to go back and try the regular menu too!

Read the reviews here and decided to take a shot. River Jams is a sweet spot right on the river…read moreReally nice vibe with music available and light and comfy seating with great views. . Service was great. Fast and friendly! Drinks came quick and were very tasty. Food was great!! Burgers sandwiches- just can't go wrong here. Will definitely be back!!

Decent dive bar. Multiple TVs, but there is not sports…read moreaudio if the Jukebox is playing. Nice selection of spirits. Huge cooler full of popular cans and bottles, including a couple of local options. Frozen pizza is it for chow. But you can bring in something to eat. Pool. Jukebox. Pull tabs. Off street parking.

I'd like to know if the other review is commenting on the correct place. The elbow room I went to…read moreisn't anything like that person described. Granted, I went there on a Saturday night around 9pm. But it was a typical Wisconsin towny bar where EVERYONE was wasted! I believe the local drunk was there and no one was bothered by him because they all knew him. I liked the place. It was a typical dive bar. Apparently, we missed the server and it's hard for me to believe they served food outside of the frozen pizza. There is no Burger King in site.

Such a cool atmosphere, great food, very conducive for big groups and gluten-free dietsread more

Atmosphere was cool and retro. Server was nice and attentive. The food was not great. Got the smash…read moreburger and it was alright. Not super flavorful but decent. The nachos were awful. 1/2 was inedible due to too much seasoning. Not like being picky too much seasoning. It was cap fell off the seasoning salt too much. I'm including pictures. It was disappointing.

Loved this spot! It's tough to get a good drink in eau Claire but if you want one this is it…read more Fantastic cocktails and service. When we went they had live jazz music and the band was fantastic! I would go back in a heartbeat!

only giving a two star because food and drinks were great. HOWEVER, I've never felt the need to go…read moreout of my way write about service but one of my friends was accused Of using illegal substances and kicked out. We were all very confused because that never happened. Needless to say we will not be coming back.

This is a nice fun bar . The owners are so nice and the bartenders are great . Hope to see you all…read morehere at the 5 o'clock!!¡!!

The 5 O'clock Club is your standard "small town" dive bar…read more The night I was there, I enjoyed karaoke, cheap drinks, and good people. All in all, a "win". However, it is not a large bar so if you want a seat at the bar, be forewarned, you might not succeed.