The Nucleus is consistently raved about by both locals and visitors coming from out of town. Enjoy classic breakfast favorites here along with vegetarian and vegan options included on their extensive menu.
Northern Tap House is the type of place where you can't go wrong ordering anything off their menu. If you need a tip for where to start, the locals rave about their wings and cheese curds.
The District's phenomenal menu and premiere downtown location make this restaurant quite the hot spot when comes to places to eat in Eau Claire. Find hard-to-beat weekday specials and a long list of tap beers that will leave you wanting to come back again.
For contemporary Italian and Mediterranean food, fine dine at Mona Lisa's! Find delicious pasta, seafood, steak, pizza and much more on their menu.
Located inside of the The Lismore Hotel is The Informalist. Their menu consists of a wide variety of plates including gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options. Grab a delicious brunch on the weekend or plan a night out for dinner here followed by cocktails at The Dive, also located at the Lismore Hotel.
This scenic park is right at the confluence of two rivers. Enjoy walking or biking along the river, visit the farmers market (in season), or just relax with a coffee nearby.
Eau Claire’s downtown is filled with local shops, coffee spots, restaurants, and murals. Water Street, near the university, offers a mix of laid-back bars and small boutiques.
Local brewery with a rooftop and river views
Rent a kayak or inner tube for a laid-back float through the city’s river corridor—easy to access and great on a warm day.