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.

First time here. I was in Chippewa Falls to see some family and found this place right next to the…read moreChophouse where we had dinner the night before. It's a nice spot, with a large windowed storefront and inviting signage. Inside is a large open area with the order counter toward the rear. An old brick wall, metal lighting fixtures, and a tin ceiling give it a vintage vibe. There are café tables with metal chairs for small groups. The noise level is reasonable, and it's easy to have a conversation. They have an extensive coffee menu, including tea lattes. But the one thing that really stood out was the bakery selection. They have items called Cornetto, which look like croissants. I was told they're similar and used in similar ways (fillings, glazes, etc.). We ended up getting a coffee, a London Fog Tea Latte (little lavender, little vanilla, extra foam), a Custard Danish, and an Apple Almond Scone. It didn't take long to get our order, and everything was amazingly good. The London Fog was made with loose-leaf tea and steeped well. The pastries were fresh, large, and very yummy. Everything was also very reasonably priced (you spend way more than this in most places -- and that's not something I usually fixate on). Excellent experience. Friendly service, excellent food and drinks, great value, and a warm atmosphere. If I could make one suggestion, it would be the metal chairs -- I just didn't find them very comfortable. Definitely on the "come back to" list!

Some items are definitely overpriced. However the feel of the establishment is very calmingread more

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.

Service is speedy, coffee is delicious and I thoroughly enjoyed the BLT! I had a coffee special…read morecalled the Frog & Toad

Stopped here on the way home from Alaska. Yelp once again led me to a local, small business with…read moredelicious coffee. The name kinda jumped out at me and the reviews were good and I was in for a ten hour drive for the day. I walked in and was greeted with a warm smile and asked what I liked, which is always a good sign. I ordered a cafe mocha breve ( blended) which was creamy, smooth and just the right amount of coffee and chocolate the only complaint was that I could they only offered a 16ounce. The barista was nice, the coffee was good, the vibes were good, but we have to discuss the scone. I am not sure what the thinking was behind the scone recipe but it was not good! In fact, I would venture to say that if probably the worst scone I've ever attempted to eat. The texture was kind of like cornmeal and flour with chocolate chips in it. The caramel drizzle couldn't even save this thing. Cool coffee shop, super nice staff, cool name, bad scone. You guys can do better, I know you can.

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).

A really cool western-themed coffee cafe with great sandwiches and drinks. The service was quick,…read morethe food was great, and the prices aren't too bad. The seating area is pretty large and the saddle chairs were a fun addition.

Kids said the mixed berry smoothie was a 10 out of 10. The place was super cute, lots of seating,…read morequick service, and delicious coffee.

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