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NIGHT OUT PUBLI SHER / EDI TOR / ETC Nick Meyer M ANAG I NG EDI TORS Eric Christenson + Lauren Fisher + Tom Giffey ONLI NE EDI TOR Mike Paulus RESOURCE & LI STI NG S EDI TOR James Johonnott W EB DEVELOPM ENT M ASTER Don Ross PHOTOG RAPHERS Andrea Paulseth + Timothy Mather + Michael Lundebrek + Allie Emerson + Lee Butterworth ADVERTI SI NG REPRESENTATI V E S Neil Hodorowski + Chase Kunkel + Kellie Williams + Sydney Willson ADVERTI SI NG DESI G NERS Mackenzie Kavanagh + Taylor McCumber LAYOUT & DESI G N Eric Christenson CONTACT Phone: (715) 552-0457 Web: www.volumeone.org Email: mail@volumeone.org BASI C I NFO Night Out is published by Volume One – a locally owned, locally operated, and locally focused magazine. Eat Scene is distributed to 450+ locations in Eau Claire, Menomonie, and Chippewa Falls.

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WELCOME TO NIGHT OUT The Chippewa Valley is certainly no stranger to a night out at the bar. It’s just part of the culture. And like most of the Midwest, we’ve elevated tavern patronage to an art form. Cold beer, league games, live music, outdoor sights, and indoor delights – we’ve got what you need for a memorable night. You’ll find everything from swanky joints to neighborhood dives and everything in between. But this goes beyond the basic happy hour adventures and late night shenanigans. Yes, we’ve got a “college town” vibe going on (um, probably due to the multiple colleges and universities), but the fine people of the Chippewa Valley also love their micro brews and craft cocktails. Lucky for us, numerous local watering holes are more than happy to meet the need. So get out there, have fun, and stay safe.

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ALTOONA 400 CLUB 1411 Spooner Ave., Altoona • (715) 8346226 • As your friendly neighborhood bar, 400 Club keeps it simple with seven taps, and pizza being the sole item on their menu. Besides the bar, three tables are available for seating. In the back, pool and darts await you – and they’re seldom overtaken (dart leagues and pool leagues available). Happy hour specials from 3 to 6pm weekdays.

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44 NORTH GASTROPUB 1488 Front Porch Place, Altoona • (715) 598-1855 • 44northgastropub.com • The bar at 44 North Gastropub is a great place to order drinks while trying some of their incredible appetizers and wings.

The second floor seating offers a great view of River Prairie Park and the river. H F O

COWBOY JACK’S 1432 Front Porch Place, Altoona • (715) 514-3289 • When you’re done feasting on the BBQ, burgers, and other American fare with a country twist, check out the robust bar. Happy hour is from 3pm-6pm and 10pmMidnight, receive half off select appetizers, $2 domestic taps, $2 rail and call drinks. Karaoke on Thursdays, live music on Fridays, and DJ & dance floor on Saturdays. H F O Q

and a live DJ and dancing on Friday and Saturday nights. Happy hours run weekdays 3-7pm, Saturday 9am5pm, and Sundays 10pm-2am. Happy Hollow has 11 beers on tap as well as specialty beers. They are known for their seven pool tables (and the leagues that go along with them) as well as for their covered outdoor smoking lounge.

Ranked one of the top bars for indoor games in the Best of the Chippewa Valley Poll. H F O Q

MODICUM BREWING COMPANY 3732 Spooner Ave Suite A, Altoona • 715-895-8585 • modicumbrewing.com • Local craft brewery Modicum Brewing offers a stylish taproom resting in full view of its brew tanks. They pour from a select batch of recipes developed by brewmaster Eric Rykal. Plenty of seating, room for large groups, and tasty snacks from local producers. O

ROLLY’S COACH CLUB 2239 Spooner Ave., Altoona • (715) 832-4120 • They take pride in cheap beer, their namesake bartender, stiff drinks, and even stiffer shots.

They also have darts, pool, and is the kind of place where you throw your peanut shells on the floor. F O S

VS. (VERSUS) AT 44 NORTH 1488 Front Porch Place,

Altoona • (715) 598-1855 • 44northgastropub.com/ vs-at-44-north/ • Versus or (VS.) at 44 North is a sports bar and arcade located in the shared building with the 44 North Gastropub. They have a full-service bar, and they DRAGANETTI’S RISTORANTE 3120 Hillcrest Pkwy., serve pub and sports bar fare like wings, burgers, Altoona • (715) 834-9234 • draganettis.com • While cheese curds, nachos, and of course their in-house the restaurant is known for fine Italian dining, the candied bacon. Eat up between retro games like bar at Drag’s is known for a comfortable, oldSpace Invaders, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, school lounge feel marked by low lighting and listings, reviews & mini basketball, and more. F stools plus expertly mixed cocktails like the more at famous old-fashioned. Happy hour is 4-6pm, ZA 51 PIZZERIA 1476 Blazing Star Blvd., VOLUMEONE.ORG/BARS Monday through Thursday. Outdoor patio, four Altoona • (715) 833-1951 • za51.com • The Za taps, three specialty beers, party room that holds 51 Pizzeria features a uniquely illuminated bar 40. H F O S and outdoor seating. Order drinks while noshing on Italian appetizers like a fondue, garlic bread, or GOLDEN SPIKE BAR & GRILL 228 Division St., a meat & cheese plate. Try the area’s first CBD-infused Altoona • (715) 552-5526 • This down-home, kickback bar mocktails and don’t miss the happy hour from 2-6pm. A is like Cheers and is under new management. Their happy great place to listen to concerts at the River Prairie Center hours runs weekdays (10am-6pm), Saturdays 3-6pm, and go during the summer. H F O during Packer games and NASCAR races. Food served after 10pm, karaoke every Wed and Sat nights, as well as pool, darts, and video games. Twelve tap beers, many specialty beers, heated enclosed smoking patio. $3. H F O

HAPPY HOLLOW TAVERN 1628 N Hillcrest Pkwy, Altoona • (715) 832-2826 • happyhollowtavern.com • This spacious tavern has a log cabin vibe and boasts the area’s longest bar rail at 96 feet. Enjoy Buzztime Trivia or Texas Hold ‘Em Poker on Mondays at 7pm, Extreme Music Bingo on Tuesdays, free pool on Thursdays and Sundays,

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BYE THE WILLOW 501 N. High St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 559-0468 • byethewillow.com • If you need a spot to host your private party, or are simply looking for

a good way to spend the night with some friends, Bye the Willow beer and wine lounge may be what you’re looking for. Offers special events like live music and wine and beer sampling.

CASA MEXICANA 324 N. Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • (715) 726-2315 • Find it on Facebook • The bar is separate from the family-oriented restaurant, and, not surprisingly, their margaritas are a popular beverage, especially during their Monday night special where margs are only 99 cents. F

CHIPPEWA RIVER DISTILLERY & BREWSTER BROS. BREWING CO. 402 W River St, Chippewa Falls • (715) 861-5100 • chippewariverdistillery. com • A brewery and distillery in Chippewa Falls with a gorgeous taproom/bar and regular visits from area food trucks. Customers are also able to bring food in or order food there. Check out their rotating selection of delicious beers and high-quality spirits. Q

EVERY BUDDY’S BAR & GRILL 19 W. Central St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 861-3838 • facebook.com/ everybuddysbarandgrill/ • During the day Every Buddy’s is a bar and grill, but they’re just as well known for being a nightlife spot. They have a variety of live music on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Thursdays also feature an open mic. Every Buddy’s serves food late, allows smoking in the beer garden, and has a dance floor, a Wii, touchscreen games, and leagues for pool and darts. They offer 28 specialty beers and 16 taps. H F O S

FALLS BOWL 9 W Columbia St, Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-3347 • Happy-go-lucky people frequent this bar-within-a-bowling alley for deep fried food and five tap beers (plus tap root beer). Also available are various Leinenkugel brews. F

FILL INN STATION 104 W. Columbia St., Chippewa Falls • Fill Inn Station is famous for homemade pizzas and curds as well as Bloody Marys served with fresh shrimp, and the bar has 20+ taps.

Happy hour is weekdays 4-6pm. There’s free popcorn any time you want it and an outdoor patio. The banquet facility holds 275. H F O S

MYSTIC BAR 1 E Canal street, Chippewa Falls • (715) 225-7713 • facebook.com/mysticgrill2017/ • Mystic Bar is a newer bar in Chippewa Falls. They have local brews and host great entertainment like live music, parties, and more.

They serve limited food (pizzas and bar snacks.)

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THE SNOUT SALOON 13 W. Central St., Chippewa Falls

Chippewa Falls • (715) 861-2200 • facebook.com/ PitStopPubGrub • This spot, formerly known as the Old Irvine Ghost Pub, offers 50 cents off drinks Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for their happy hour special.

Grab a bite to eat while you enjoy league games and the occasional karaoke performance. On Thursdays, buy one burger and get a second one for a dollar! $3.50-5. H F

• (715) 723-4848 • The Snout Saloon is a place for specials.

Choose to participate in their punch cards (buy nine drinks, get the 10th free), enjoy happy hours from 4 to 6pm every day, and be sure to come in on your birthday. There are many specialty beers and four taps. Saturday nights feature live music from blues, rock, and country bands. For games, pool and darts are an option with leagues available. H S

THE RITZ ON THE RIVER 114 W. River St, Chippewa

TOMAHAWK ROOM 306 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls

Falls • (534)-220-7020 • This small bar situated right in downtown Chippewa Falls.Their fenced-in patio is just the place to enjoy a beer (eight on tap and one specialty) with summery yellow umbrellas and white wrought-iron furniture. Toss some beanbags and ask for the free snacks – they’ll bring ‘em. Happy hour runs twice a day during the week: 10am to 12pm and 3pm to 6pm. H F O S

• (715) 861-5052 • Find it on Facebook • Situated within a brick building is this classic Chippewa bar with a friendly staff. Stay for a game of pool, a round of darts. Happy hour runs 4-6pm weekdays. They have an ever-rotating selection of 14 delicious craft beers on tap, which will satisfy beer snobs and normal drinkers alike. 50+ whiskey options and a wide variety of gin. H F S

ROOKIES PUB 616 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • (534)

THE VILLAGE TAVERN 32 W Spring St., Chippewa

220-7027 • facebook.com/rookiespubcf • Big enough to hold parties for 130 people, Rookies Pub is a mixed crowd bar with Leinenkugel’s memorabilia and daily specials.

The historic downtown building has housed taverns since the 1890s, and is known for the Leinie’s mural on the outside. Play pool or darts (leagues available), and select from five tap beers and a number of specialty brews. They have happy hour every night of the week from 2-6pm and an outdoor patio. H O

Falls • (715) 723-3009 • Find it on Facebook • A nautical theme gives this bar an extra bit of charm. Try the Village Bomb: a shot of cherry Dr. McGillicuddy’s mixed with orange pop. They have DJ-hosted karaoke Thursday nights, pool (free Tuesday nights), darts, Wii games, and different nightly specials starting at 4pm every day. Free food during Packer halftimes. Three to four specialty beers rotate seasonally and six beers flow from the tap. H F S

SHEELEY HOUSE SALOON 236 W. River St., Chippewa

Cobblestone Hotel, Chippewa Falls • wissotachophouse. com • The Wissota Chophouse bar offers fine dining and drinks in a modern, but rustic-inspired setting. Over 20 beers to select on tap, and you can order by the growler too. A massive wine selection is available by the glass or bottle. Happy hour is 4-6pm every day. All tap beer and wine by the glass is half off. The restaurant kitchen is open until 10pm on Friday and Saturday, and 9pm the rest of the week. H F O

Falls • (715) 726-0561 • sheeleyhousesaloon.com • This historic restaurant/bar is mostly patronized by conversationalists and music lovers. The Sheeley House touts “distinctive pub dining amid timeless architecture” and hosts live music, Wednesday night trivia, wine tastings, and more.

The 19th-century building is on the state and national registers of historic places. Come by for happy hour from 4-6 p.m. and receive a dollar off your drink. H F O S

WISSOTA CHOPHOUSE 100 N. Bridge Street, At the

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THE ABBEY PUB & GRUB • Menomonie

Downtown • (715) 235-5100 • facebook.com/ theabbeypubandgrub

THE ARENA – HONKY TONK & SPORTS BAR • Menomonie Downtown • (715) 309-4003 • facebook.com/thearenabar619

THE BARREL ROOM WINE BAR •

Menomonie Downtown • (715) 231-9463 • facebook.com/BarrelRoomWI

BREWSKI’S PUB • Eau Claire Westside • (715) 834-3181

COWBOY JACK’S • Altoona • (715) 514-3289 DANA’S BAR & GRILL • Eau Claire Westside • (715) 874-5954

DEAN & SUE’S BAR & GRILL • Menomonie Outskirts • (715) 235-9940 • facebook.com

EVERY BUDDY’S BAR & GRILL • Chippewa Falls Downtown • (715) 861-3838 • facebook. com/everybuddysbarandgrill/

THE FROG HOP • Chippewa Falls Outskirts • (715) 289-4444 • froghopllc.com

THE GREAT ESCAPE BAR AND GRILL •

Menomonie South • (715) 235-3472 • Find us on Facebook

HEARTBREAKER’S BAR & GRILL • Lake

Hallie • (715) 514-4536 • Find it on Facebook

INFINITY BEVERAGES WINERY & DISTILLERY • Eau Claire South • (715) 895IRVINE DEPOT PUB AND GRILL • Chippewa Falls West Hill • 715-861-3288

IVORY PIANO BAR • Eau Claire South • (715) 514-0384 • facebook.com/theivorypianobar/

JAKE’S SUPPER CLUB • Menomonie Outskirts • (715) 235-2465 • jakessupperclub.com

LAKE HALLIE SPORTSMAN’S CLUB • Chippewa Falls Southside • (715) 726-1050 • lakehalliesportsmansclub.com

THE LAKELY (AT THE OXBOW HOTEL) •

THE PIT STOP PUB & GRUB • Chippewa

Falls Downtown • (715) 861-2200 • facebook. com/PitStopPubGrub

THE PLUS • Eau Claire Downtown • (715) 8328844 • facebook.com/ThePlusEC

PRINCETON VALLEY PUB & GRILL • Eau

Claire North • 715-834-4050 • princetonvalley. com

SILVER DOLLAR • Menomonie Downtown • (715) 309-4440 • Find it on Facebook

THE SNOUT SALOON • Chippewa Falls Downtown • (715) 723-4848

STONES THROW • Eau Claire Downtown • (715) 832-8888

STOUT ALE HOUSE & BROADWAY BOWL • Menomonie North • (715) 233-3333 •

Eau Claire Downtown • 715-839-0601 • thelakely. com

RAW DEAL • Menomonie Downtown • (715)

MALLARD BAR • Chippewa Falls Outskirts • MISSY’S BAR AND GRILL • Lake Hallie •

REDZONE SPORTS BAR • Lake Hallie • (715)

THIRSTY BADGER SPORTS BAR & GRILL • Lake Hallie • (715) 861-7402 •

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ROOKIES PUB • Chippewa Falls Downtown •

VFW POST 305 • Eau Claire North • (715)

MOOSE LODGE • Eau Claire Outskirts • (715)

(534) 220-7027 • facebook.com/rookiespubcf

552-8438 • vfwclub305.com

SAMMY’S PIZZA RESTAURANT & PUB

(715) 832-8418 • themousetrapeauclaire.com

• Eau Claire South • (715) 831-1300 • Sammy’s Pizza Eau Claire

VFW POST 7232 • Eau Claire Westside • (715)

THE MOUSETRAP • Eau Claire Downtown • NORTHWOODS BREWPUB & GRILL •

SANDBAR & GRILL • Chippewa Falls Outskirts

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231-3255 • rawdeal-wi.com

stoutalehouse.com

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Osseo • (715) 597-1828 • northwoodsbrewpub. com

• (715) 723-1266 • lakewissotasandbar.com

• Eau Claire Eastside • (715) 833-6700 • wagnerslanes.com

O’LEARY’S PUB • Eau Claire South • (715)

SHEELEY HOUSE SALOON • Chippewa

WATERFRONT BAR & GRILL • Menomonie

834-6611 • facebook.com/OLearys.Pub

Falls Downtown • (715) 726-0561 • sheeleyhousesaloon.com

PIONEER GRILL & SALOON • Menomonie

SHOE’S PUB • Menomonie North • (715) 235-

WEST HILL BAR & GRILL • Chippewa Falls

North • (715) 235-9927 • pioneergrill.com

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West Hill • (715) 720-9281 • facebook.com

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Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-4137 • facebook.com • Sunbeam Tavern is known for its games, with indoor options like pool and darts, and outdoor options like bean bags, volleyball, and horseshoes – many of which have leagues. Happy hours are Monday to Thursday, 6-9am and 3-5:30pm. Yes, they are open at 6am. They serve food past 10pm and have eight specialties beers and three taps. H F O

TIP TOP 310 Allen St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 7238211 • Find it on Facebook • Fun and laid back, Tip Top mostly plays host to a crowd of regulars at its U-shaped bar. They carry four to five specialty beers and four beers on tap. Pool and darts are available, as well as leagues for both. Happy hour is from 11am6pm weekdays. They also have pizza available and free snacks during Packer games. H F O

CHIPPEWA FALLS NORTHSIDE GLEN LOCH SALOON 1300 Jefferson Ave., Chippewa Falls • (715) 861-2111 • Find it on Facebook • This recently reopened century-old saloon on the north side of Chippewa Falls is a dive bar in the best sense of the word. Glen Loch is a place you can shoot some pool while drinking Leinie’s or stop in for ladies night, karaoke night, bar bingo, or a Mario Kart tournament.

The kitchen specializes in stone-fired pizzas, burgers made with locally sourced beef, and other delicious bar-and-grill fare, including Friday fish frys and wing nights. H F O S

JOEL’S 4CORNERS Hwy 178 & County Hwy S, Chippewa Falls • (715) 861-5766 • facebook. com/4corners4fun • The full-service bar inside of the newly reopened and rebranded Joel’s 4Corners features an atmosphere with local sports artifacts, newspaper cut outs, and local memorabilia. They have four to five beers on tap, with a happy hour from 3-6pm Monday-Thursday.

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OJIBWA GOLF & BOWL 8140 136th St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-8823 • Ojibwa Golf & Bowl • Obviously best known for nine holes of golf and eight lanes of bowling (both of which have leagues), Ojibwa is also home to JimBob’s Pizza.

Enjoy their family fun facility, which includes a video archery simulator and a gorgeous deck overlooking the course. Ojibwa lays claim to the friendliest service around and the best Bloody Marys in the area. F O S

CHIPPEWA FALLS OUTSKIRTS AUTUMN HARVEST WINERY & ORCHARD 19947 Cty Hwy J, Chippewa Falls • (715) 720-1663 • autumnharvestwinery.com • Tasting Room is open May - October. Produces 13 varieties of wine including many wines using fruit from their orchard, and a hard cider.

Enjoy complimentary wine tasting, sample local cheeses and chocolates, relax on the outdoor patio seating, or peruse the gift shop. Starting in May you can enjoy the beautiful sights of blooming apple trees, flowers and an abundance of wildlife. In July you can purchase fresh blueberries or pick your own. During the fall season, apples and pumpkins can be purchased or you can pick your own, enjoy wagon rides and a free corn maze. O Q

BRESINA’S OLD TOWN BAR & GRILL 12037 County Highway B, Chippewa Falls • (715) 288-6303 • Find us on Facebook • This friendly hometown bar in Tilden features a number of daily specials from burgers to chicken wings and a Friday fish fry. Offers five tap beers plus specialty beers in bottles. There are two private party rooms and an outdoor pavilion perfect for throwing a party. H F O

THE BROWN HUT 2525 N. 110th Ave., Chippewa Falls • (715) 835-5880 • Find it on Facebook • A no-hassle bar without the fanfare. Come for the horseshoe pits. Or, if weather doesn’t permit, hang out inside and play pool.

Check out the happy hour Mondays 11-close and TuesdayFriday 11am-6pm. Known for fantastic burgers. H F S

CHEERS BAR & GRILL 19845 Co Hwy X, Chippewa Falls • (715) 861-3223 • Previously known as Italiano’s Pizzeria, Cheers Bar & Grill is a pub just down the highway from Lake Wissota. They have 2 for 1 burgers on Tuesday, Wings on Wednesdays for $0.75 each, a Friday Fish Fry, prime rib on Saturday night, and happy hour from 2-6pm and 8-11pm. They also serve up breakfast daily and homemade pizzas. $2-3. H F

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THE FROG HOP 23027 County Highway X, Cadott

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— BEAVER BOWL & PIZZERIA 21930 Hwy. 12, Augusta • (715) 286-2746 • beaverbowlandpizzeria.com

BOWL WINKLE’S 1616 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 552-0564 • bowlwinklesbowling.com/ CLUB 10 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER W4570 Hwy. 10, Durand • (715) 672-5681 • facebook.com/club10entertainmentcenter

• (715) 289-4444 • froghopllc.com • At The Frog Hop – just a skip and a jump off Highway 29 between Lake Wissota and Cadott – they specialize in Old Fashioneds and the melon-flavored Frogalicious. They’ve also got four tap beers as well as a range of specialty brews in bottles. Outside there’s patio seating and horseshoes and inside you’ll find pool, darts, table-top shuffleboard, and other games, as well as live music and occasional karaoke. Wednesday bingo is also a big draw. The Frog Hop serves up burgers, steaks, a fish fry, and other bar-and-grill favorites. H F O S

LOOPY’S SALOON & GRILL 10691 Business 29, Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-5667 • 723loop.com • Loopy’s isn’t a bar; it’s a complex. With volleyball leagues and bean bag tourneys overlooking the river (along with a tiki rum bar and fire pit), Loopy’s also has a heated dome for indoor leagues. They have tube, kayak, and canoe rentals plus pool and dart leagues.

People hit the dance floor on weekends and DJ karaoke on Saturdays. Happy hour is weekdays 3-6pm with a host of taps and specialties. Some free food on Packer game days. Named Best Bar for Outdoor Games seven years in a row by V1 readers. H F O Q

MALLARD BAR 11939 170th St., Chippewa Falls

STANLEY BAR 0.& BOWL 36233 70th Ave., Stanley • (715) 644-3371

STOUT ALE HOUSE & BROADWAY BOWL Stout Ale House • (715) 233-3333 • stoutalehouse.com

VIKING BOWL & LOUNGE N8590 State Hwy. 40, Colfax • (715) 962-3252 • vikingbowlcolfax.com WAGNER’S LANES AND THE COMPLEXX 2159 Brackett Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 833-6700 • wagnerslanes.com/

Z’S CARDINAL BOWL 220 N Washington St., Thorp • (715) 669-5845 • .facebook. com/jointhefunatzs

Ave., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-6941 • facebook.com/ bridgewatercf • Enclosed within the big square-shaped bar at Bridgewater are an impressive 19 beers on tap (and one root beer). The happy hour taps deal runs 3 to 6pm and is practically famous. Plug in the jukebox and use the dance floor, then nab some free popcorn for a late-night pick-meup. Party room available. H F S

BURLY’S 19 E. Canal St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 7209148 • This recently-remodeled sports bar has a smoking deck, pool table(s), darts (with leagues for both), and happy hour specials 3-6pm Monday through Thursday. Fifteen different specialty beers are available in bottles. H O

CANCUN MEXICAN GRILL 475 Chippewa Mall Dr., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-7007 • cancunmexicangrillwi. com • This family owned, sit-down Mexican restaurant and bar is known for its loud, happy atmosphere. Order a margarita in strawberry, raspberry, mango, peach, banana, tamarindo, or regular – happy hour runs all day Monday and Tuesday. If you’re a beer drinker, they have two specialty choices and six on tap. Party room available, and 99-cent margaritas on Mondays and Tuesdays. H F Q

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LAKE HALLIE GOLF COURSE 2196 110th St, Chippewa

Falls • (715) 723-9481 • Find it on Facebook • River Inn offers four beers on tap plus some specialties including most of the Leinenkugel collection. They also have video games and a dining room. Main menu served 11am-9pm with pizza after 10pm. Amp trivia 7-9 pm Monday. F Q

(715) 723-1266 • lakewissotasandbar.com • The SandBar and Grill, located on Lake Wissota, offers a relaxed bar atmosphere with great burgers and sandwiches plus the self-proclaimed “best fish fry in town.” Also features live music and comedy nights, trivia, volleyball and bean bag leagues, and more. Happy hour runs 3-6pm Monday-Thursday, and there are nightly drink specials, too. H F O S

SCHICK’S BOWL & BREW 106 Main St., Cornell • (715) 239-3825 • Find it on Facebook

BRIDGEWATER RESTAURANT & PUB 1009 W. Park

RIVER INN BAR 10418 County Highway X, Chippewa

SANDBAR & GRILL 17643 50th Ave., Chippewa Falls •

OJIBWA GOLF & BOWL 8140 136th St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-8823 • ojibwagc.com

• (715) 723-7822 • A place for all types of people to gather, 1st and Goal has a modest-sized dance floor, happy hour specials, occasional free snacks, and five tap beers. Their dart and pool leagues tend to attract a younger crowd. Four big screen TVs show all the relevant football games. H O S

97th Avenue, Chippewa Falls • 1-888-382-4780 The bar & grill at Lake Hallie Golf Course offers a great place to unwind with a full bar on the lake, complete with places for boaters to tie up their craft and come in for a drink or two. F

St., Boyd • (715) 667-3253 pewa Falls • (715) 723-3347 • fallsbowl. com

1ST AND GOAL SALOON 29 E. Park Ave., Chippewa Falls

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Falls • (715) 861-5442 • lakehalliegolf.com • A horseshoe bar is within a window-lined room so you can gaze at the greens. Or watch the game on four flatscreen TVs while munching on free snacks. With an open, casual atmosphere, Lake Hallie Golf Course serves food and has pool, darts, and golf (of course), plus leagues in all three activities. Outdoor pavilion and indoor party room available. Fifteen specialty beers, seven on tap.

Wednesday nights are for karaoke. F O S

LAKE HALLIE SPORTSMAN’S CLUB 2910 109th St,

Chippewa Falls • (715) 726-1050 • lakehalliesportsmansclub. com • Stop by Sportsman’s and check out their MondayWednesday-Friday happy hour 4:30-6:30pm, (it’s 2-6:30pm Tuesdays), and pool table with leagues available. Stop in Monday nights for bingo! Eight listings, reviews & beers on tap and a few specialty beers available.

Free popcorn. Enjoy summer concerts in the more at outdoor pavilion and free horseshoes, bean bags, VOLUMEONE.ORG/BARS and kubb in the summertime. Don’t forget to come in on your birthday for a free drink! H F O S

18091 County Highway X, Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-2777 • Find it on Facebook • This hometown bar and grill just across from Ray’s Beach on Lake Wissota will welcome you with good food and great people. With eight TVs to watch the game, they boast there’s not a bad seat in the house.

Considering that their three decks offer views of both the little and big lakes, there isn’t a bad seat outside, either.

Happy hour is 3-6pm Monday-Thursday, free pool on Tuesdays, free trivia on Wednesdays, and domestic bottles are just a buck from 6-7pm Thursdays. H F O

WANDER INN 6020 Cty. Hwy. X, Chippewa Falls • (715) 874-5590 • Find it on Facebook • Their sign says “the coldest beer in Chippewa County.” Whether it’s true or not is up to you to decide. Choose from four beers on tap plus tap root beer. Happy hour is 4-6pm Monday through Friday. Pool and dart leagues are offered as well as the newly added outdoor game of bean bags. H F O

THE RUMOR MILL PUB & EATERY 465 Chippewa Mall Drive, Chippewa Falls • (715) 861-5600 • rumormillpubandeatery.com • The Rumor Mill serves up a variety of drinks, including “Happy Meal” Bloody Marys, and 18 tap beers plus other speciality beers and wine.

Happy hour runs 4-6pm Monday through Thursday. They are open until 9pm Sunday-Thursday and 10pm Friday and Saturday. $4.50. H F O SWEENEY’S BAR & GRILL 201 E. Canal St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-9905 • facebook.com/sweeneys.bar. grill/ • Expect to find free peanuts, pool (league available), and darts. Happy hour runs Monday through Thursday 7am-9:30am and 3-6pm. The full menu is served until 10pm. Try 16 specialty beers as well as seven on tap. $2.75. H F S

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1ST AND GOAL SALOON • Chippewa Falls Southside • (715) 723-7822

400 CLUB • Altoona • (715) 834-6226 BREWSKI’S PUB • Eau Claire Westside • (715) 834-3181

BULL PEN SPORTS BAR • Eau Claire

Downtown • (715) 839-9954 • facebook.com

COWBOY JACK’S • Altoona • (715) 514-3289 DANA’S BAR & GRILL • Eau Claire Westside • (715) 874-5954

DEAN & SUE’S BAR & GRILL • Menomonie Outskirts • (715) 235-9940 • facebook.com

THE DISTRICT PUB & GRILL •

Eau Claire Downtown • (715) 514-4043 • thedistrictpubandgrill.com

EVERY BUDDY’S BAR & GRILL • Chippewa Falls Downtown • (715) 861-3838 • facebook. com/everybuddysbarandgrill/

FIVE O’CLOCK CLUB • Eau Claire Eastside • (715) 834-1748 • Find us on Facebook

FOX RUN TAVERN • Eau Claire Outskirts • (715) 835-6489 • facebook.com/ FoxruntavernEC

GLEN LOCH SALOON • Chippewa Falls Northside • (715) 861-2111 • Find it on Facebook

GOLDEN SPIKE BAR & GRILL • Altoona • (715) 552-5526

HALLIE BAR & GRILL • Lake Hallie • (715) 861-3870 • facebook.com/hallie.bar

HAPPY HOLLOW TAVERN • Altoona • (715) 832-2826 • happyhollowtavern.com

HEARTBREAKER’S BAR & GRILL • Lake

Hallie • (715) 514-4536 • Find it on Facebook

OLE’S SOUTHSIDE TAVERN • Eau Claire

SILVER DOLLAR • Menomonie Downtown •

IRVINE DEPOT PUB AND GRILL • Chippewa

South • (715) 832-9321

Falls West Hill • 715-861-3288

PIONEER GRILL & SALOON • Menomonie

VFW POST 305 • Eau Claire North • (715)

KAT’S POURHOUSE • Elk Mound • (715) 917-

North • (715) 235-9927 • pioneergrill.com

552-8438 • vfwclub305.com

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THE PIT STOP PUB & GRUB • Chippewa

VFW POST 7232 • Eau Claire Westside • (715)

LAKE HALLIE GOLF COURSE •

Chippewa Falls Southside • (715) 861-5442 • lakehalliegolf.com

LAKESIDE LOUNGE • Menomonie South • (715) 309-4307

THE LODGE AT 29 PINES • Eau Claire

Falls Downtown • (715) 861-2200 • facebook. com/PitStopPubGrub

832-3528 • vfwpost7232.org

THE PLUS • Eau Claire Downtown • (715) 832-

Downtown • (715) 723-3009 • Find it on Facebook

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ROOKIES PUB • Chippewa Falls Downtown •

Outskirts • (715) 874-2929 • sleepinneauclaire. com/restaurant

(534) 220-7027 • facebook.com/rookiespubcf

LOG JAM • Menomonie Downtown • (715) 235-

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SCOOTER’S • Eau Claire Downtown • (715)

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SHE-NANNIGANS & LUCKY’S • Eau Claire

LOOPY’S SALOON & GRILL • Chippewa Falls

Water Street • (715) 836-8333

Outskirts • (715) 723-5667 • 723loop.com

MISSY’S BAR AND GRILL • Lake Hallie • (715) 831-3922 • Find it on Facebook

(715) 309-4440 • Find it on Facebook

SHERRI JO’S WAYSIDE BAR & GRILL •

Chippewa Falls Outskirts • (715) 723-2777 • Find it on Facebook

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THE VILLAGE TAVERN • Chippewa Falls WAGNER’S LANES AND THE COMPLEXX • Eau Claire Eastside • (715) 833-6700 • wagnerslanes.com

WANDER INN • Chippewa Falls Outskirts • (715) 874-5590 • Find it on Facebook

WESTSIDE BAR & GRILL • Eau Claire Westside • 715-598-1852 • westsidebarandgrillec.com

WIGWAM TAVERN • Eau Claire Downtown • (715) 834-9061 • wigwamtavern.com

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Falls • (715) 723-9959 • Find it on Facebook • When you visit this friendly, small-town place, formerly known as The Dam Bar, be sure to see what the bar itself is made out of: The surface contains actual seashells and coins! Plug the jukebox or check out pool and darts (leagues for both).

Happy hour is 3-6pm Monday through Friday, and daily drink specials include $1 domestics, $2 Coronas, and $2 Windsors on Tuesdays. There are four taps – two domestics and two specialty brews – plus a wide range of bottled beer. Frozen pizzas are available, and there’s karaoke periodically. H

2159 Brackett Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 833-6700 • wagnerslanes.com • With a fully stocked arcade, a new activity dome, leagues a-plenty, and everyday specials, locals know there’s much more to offer. Under the whitedomed Complexx, there’s volleyball year-round on three sand courts, plus bean bags and volley-pong. Indoors there are darts and bowling leagues on top of the pool, pinball, touch-screen, and arcade games. There’s occasional live music and karaoke, happy hour specials from 3-6pm on weekdays, nightly food and drink specials, free popcorn, plus 16 taps and eight specialty beers. Also, check out the late night happy hour from 9pm-close Sunday-Thursday and after 11pm Friday and Saturday. H F O S Q

• (715) 839-9954 • facebook.com • If you’re into karaoke, pool, darts, or fantasy football and Nascar leagues this is your drinkin’ headquarters. Karaoke is Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Pool and dart leagues are co-ed. Choose from seven tap beers, munch on peanuts/popcorn, and enjoy pizza past 10pm. A younger crowd appears at night. Happy hour runs 3-6pm with 50-cent-off drinks. Outdoor patio. H F O S

CHIPPEWA FALLS WESTSIDE IRVINE DEPOT PUB AND GRILL 130 Fleet St., Chippewa Falls • 715-861-3288 • A local hangout complete with jukebox, a few TVs, and beer signage. Enjoy the outdoor patio in the summer and happy hour weekdays 4 to 6pm. There’s always free popcorn, peanuts, and pretzels, plus pool and darts. They serve frozen pizzas and have six taps. H F O S

WISCO’S 1920 S Hastings Way, Eau Claire • (715) 514-2505 • facebook.com/sconniesec • Wisco’s, opening soon, will be based around Wisconsin favorites with great food like cheese curds, and brats.

They’ll have 24 rotating beers on tap. The restaurant will host games for people of all ages. F

WEST HILL BAR & GRILL 250 W. Elm St., Chippewa

THE ALIBI LOUNGE 2112 Esmond Road, Eau Claire • (715) 552-2169 • Find us on Facebook • This newly re-opened tavern, formerly known as Shots, is a cozy getaway with big plans. When warm weather comes, enjoy the outdoor tiki bar, volleyball tournaments, and other outdoor activities on the remodeled patio. On Saturday nights the Alibi has a DJ, and the projection screens are great for watching the big game on Sundays. Happy hour runs 4-6pm Monday through Friday. On Saturday and Sunday, the Alibi offers a must-have loaded Bloody Mary special and a tasty drink called a Sunrise. H F O

CANCUN MEXICAN GRILL - HIGHLAND AVE 2120 Highland Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 552-8011 • cancunmexicangrillwi.com • This family owned, sit-down Mexican restaurant and bar is known for its loud, happy atmosphere. Order a margarita in strawberry, raspberry, mango, peach, banana, tamarindo, or regular – happy hour runs all day Monday and Tuesday. If you’re a beer drinker, they have two specialty choices and six on tap. Party room available. $0.99 maragritas on Mondays and Tuesdays. H F Q

FIVE O’CLOCK CLUB 2240 Fenwick Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 834-1748 • Find us on Facebook • When the clock strikes Five O’Clock and you’ve got a drink, your next drink will be free. Such is the reason for the moniker of this small tavern off Hastings Way. They’re best known for top-shelf karaoke every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

They have eight taps, darts, touch-screen games, and a big outdoor patio. Come in for their 10am-noon happy hour.

They have an ultimate Bloody Mary complete with a skewer on Sundays from 9am-2pm. Annually ranked as one of the Valley’s best karaoke spots by V1 readers. O Q

MILWAUKEE BURGER COMPANY 2620 E Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 834-6503 • milwaukeeburgercompany.com • Milwaukee Burger is more than your average burger joint, their libations and drink concoctions are impressive too. Happy hour is MondayFriday 3-6pm and 9pm-close, and Saturday/Sunday 9pmclose, and have expanded their taps to a staggering 40 options.

Their enormous Bloody Marys are ranked among the best by our readers, and they offer six different styles, including the Big Mil Bloody, garnished with a mini-cheeseburger, bacon, and cheddar cheese. Popcorn is free. Food served after 10pm on Friday and Saturday. H F S Q

AMBER INN BAR & GRILL 840 E. Madison St., Eau Claire • (715) 832-0568 • One of Eau Claire’s original and oldest bars, Amber Inn was established in 1881 and has been owned and operated by the same family since 1981. Enjoy happy hour specials 4-6pm Monday-Thursdays, signature homemade Bloody Marys, 10 draft taps, plus a selection of 25 specialty and domestic beers. Come in and enjoy the cozy, friendly atmosphere, delicious food, and cold drinks.

Free Wi-Fi, cards, cribbage board, and amusement games available. $3-5. H F Q

THE BREWING PROJEKT 2000 N. Oxford Ave, Bld. 3, Eau Claire • (715) 214-3728 • thebrewingprojekt. com • “Work worth doing. Beer worth brewing.”

That’s the motto of The Brewing Projekt, a taproom featuring specialty crafted brews in a funky, industrial atmosphere. Enjoy a pint or a flight of the ever-changing lineup of beers: From Gunpowder IPA to Chamomile Witbier, you never know what you’ll find. Relax inside the brewery taproom or outside on the patio. Relocating to a new location, 1807 N. Oxford Ave., in the latter part of 2017. O Q

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Falls • (715) 720-9281 • facebook.com • A cozy, clean neighborhood bar, featuring multiple specialty beers, 10 taps, and delicious bar food like pizzas, their “world famous” hot beers, and the signature deep fried baked ham & swiss.

Happy hour is from 3-6pm (Mon-Fri) with free snacks and deals on domestic taps, bottles, and mixed drinks. Check out the video poker and heated indoor smoking room. H F S

CLANCY’S IRISH PARROT BAR 414 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • (715) 832-5481 • Find it on Facebook • On the surface Clancy’s is an Irish bar with parrot decor, but that hardly explains the appeal. Clancy’s is a chill bar with a wide variety of clientele, mixed drinks served in mason jars, and one of the best jukeboxes around.

Happy hour specials run 3-6pm every day, and there are nightly specials later on. They have pool, darts, and a few retro video games. There’s free popcorn and pool, 15-20 specialty beers, and 11 brewery-fresh taps. H S

THE DEPOT 222 E Madison St, Eau Claire • (715) 8349061 • wigwamtavern.com • Owned and operated through the Wigwam Tavern just down the street, The Depot is a summertime favorite open through midnight TuesdaySunday. While the volleyball leagues roll on most nights, free bean bags are available at this outdoor patio venue with simple bar food items and a stacked bar. Sit inside the small bar, at the outdoor tiki-type version, or at one of the tables. H F O S

THE DISTRICT PUB & GRILL 101 Graham Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 514-4043 • thedistrictpubandgrill.com • The District Pub & Grill offers a casual, open, and clean atmosphere for a long bar and three levels of seating.

Several large-screen TVs make it a great place to go out and watch the game. The long bar features 30+ taps and Eau Claire’s only 192 “Magnum Mule.” Darts available, nightly and weekly drink and food specials, and happy hour is 3-6pm Mon-Thu. H F O S Q

DIVE 333 Gibson Street, 2nd Floor of the Lismore Hotel, Eau Claire • (715) 318-7322 • thedive.bar • Dive is the second-floor bar and lounge in The Lismore Hotel in downtown Eau Claire. The bar’s name may be watery – the bar is where the swimming pool used to be – but the drinks certainly aren’t. Dive offers an exciting menu of craft cocktails, plus a stellar selection of craft beers and wines. Rooftop seating allows you to watch the hustle and bustle of downtown Eau Claire below. F O Q

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ELBOW ROOM 679 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire • (715)

HOULIGANS STEAK & SEAFOOD PUB 415 S. Barstow

THE LIVERY 316 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire • (715)

835-1008 • Find us on Facebook • Come check out all the new renovations at the Elbow Room! They went from five taps to a 10-tap system, and will be adding a new patio and outdoor beer garden this spring. Serves pizza, and is outfitted with a pool table (leagues available Tuesdays and Thursdays) and dart boards. Bean bag, softball, and pool leagues available, and they’re always looking to start more.

Packer paraphernalia abounds, as does elbow room. Happy hours run Tuesday, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 4-6pm. Free snacks are available. Pizza and other snacks available after 10pm, and they have too many specialty beers to list. Come in on your birthday for a free drink. H F O S

St., Eau Claire • (715) 835-6621 • houligans.net • Other than the intimate dining atmosphere, Houligans is best known for its specialty beer selection: There are 17 total taps and even more beers to choose from. Houligans is also know for having an impressive selection of wine; on Tuesdays, you can get half price your favorite bottle with the purchase of two entrées. Happy hour is 4-7pm every Tuesday through Thursday. Outdoor patio, party room holds 100 for cocktails and 70 for dining. $3-7. H O Q

833-7666 • theliveryec.com • An Eau Claire original bar known for its mojitos and nightly bonfires, The Livery has a “vintage country meets modern urban” aesthetic. The bar offers regular happy hour specials and a wide range of beers, including 12 taps. There’s a large outdoor patio with a bonfire at dusk nightly (if the weather’s nice). A game room features a pool table, touch screen games, dart board, and the mounted heads of wild game on the walls. V1 readers frequently rank it highly for Drinkin’, Talkin’, and Indoor Games in our annual poll. Happy hour is 3-6pm daily and all day Tuesday.

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THE FIRE HOUSE 202 Gibson St., Eau Claire • • Named for its firefighting theme, the high-ceilinged Fire House is famous for its formidable beer selection and chill atmosphere. They have 38 taps and two casks, all with regularly rotating specialty beers, mostly microbrews and craft beers from Wisconsin. Happy hour is 4-7pm every day and 2-7pm Fridays. They have darts, arcade and touchscreen games, and free popcorn to munch on. H F S Q

GALLOWAY GRILLE 409 Galloway St., Eau Claire • (715) 514-0751 • gallowaygrille.com • Whether you pull up a seat at a high table, a booth, the patio, or right up at the bar, you’ll know Galloway Grille for its historic downtown decor and menu of pub fare. 15 rotating taps and specialty beers on hand. Get your happy hour taps from 2-5pm Tuesday through Thursday, or order half-price appetizers at the bar 2-5pm Tuesday through Thursday.

New drinks and cocktails made seasonally. $4-6. H F O

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THE INFORMALIST 205 S. Barstow Street, First Floor of the Lismore Hotel, Eau Claire • (715) 318-7399 • theinformalist.com • At The Informalist, the restaurant on the ground floor of The Lismore Hotel, there is a separate penny-topped bar serving exclusive cocktails: day drinks like and or dinner drinks like The Seamus (new drink menu on the 1st). Pair your drink with something from their carefully crafted food menu or with a wood-fired pizza. $8. F O

THE LAKELY (AT THE OXBOW HOTEL) 516 Galloway St., Eau Claire • 715-839-0601 • thelakely. com • Located inside of the Oxbow Hotel in downtown Eau Claire, The Lakely boasts a locally-sourced, seasonal menu created by critically acclaimed Chef Nathan Berg. Behind the bar they feature a cleverly curated list of craft cocktails and dozens of microbrews, with a heavy emphasis on the artisan distilleries and breweries found here in the Upper Midwest. Thursday through Saturday evenings they host local and touring jazz and other live music, along with vinyl theme nights on their signature stage. Enjoy half price tap beers during their Happy Hour, Sunday-Thursday, 9-11pm.

Their courtyard patio has outdoor lounge seating, high-tops, two fire pits, a kubb lawn, and more.

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W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 832-5478 • This long-time hotspot is a casual place for talking. On Thursday it’s overtaken by burger specials, and on Sunday it’s all about the Packers. Locals listings, reviews & and students alike flock for the late-night food, more at happy hour (Monday through Thursday 4-7pm), free popcorn, 20 rotating taps, 20 specialties, VOLUMEONE.ORG/BARS darts, and an array of board games. H F S Q

HILLTOP TAVERN 924 E. Madison St., Eau Claire • (715) 835-9223 • Find it on Facebook • A popular spot on game days and known for its dart leagues, this sports bar has drink deals and free snacks for happy hour (weekdays 4-7pm). They serve food late and have an outdoor patio. There are also touch-screen and Wii games, plus bean bags in summer. Four taps and a couple of specialty beers. $3-4. H F O S

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West Madison Street, Eau Claire • (715) 271-0848 • lazymonkbrewing.com • Lazy Monk Brewing was created out of a desire to serve local people good quality beers.

They specialize in brewing Czech and German beers and will also have British and American seasonal beers as well as special limited-edition holiday beers. Two of their most popular beers are the Bohemian Pilsner and the Bohemian Dark Lager. Their new European-style beer hall in downtown Eau Claire includes a deck overlooking the Chippewa River and is frequently visited by food trucks. O S Q

THE MOUSETRAP 311 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • (715) 832-8418 • themousetrapeauclaire.com • Known for its free live music almost every weekend, pool and dart leagues, and constant happy hour and game specials, The Mousetrap is a favorite downtown hangout. The classic tavern has a mixed atmosphere with people in back playing pool, darts, or foosball, others at the bar watching the game, some more in the live music nook enjoying the tunes, and a few outside on the back smoker’s patio. They have 10 taps, and roughly 20 specialty beers. Open mic every Sunday. H F O S

NINJA JAPANESE AND CHINESE RESTAURANT 405 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • (715) 598-7088 • ninjaeauclaire. com • Downtown Eau Claire’s newest Asian eatery has a full bar, so you can sip sake (that’s Japanese rice wine) with your sushi. There are plenty of specialty drinks, as well as eight tap beers, including imported and craft brews. Food service continues until 2am on the weekends. F Q

THE PLUS 208 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • (715) 8328844 • facebook.com/ThePlusEC • The Plus (formerly known as Pizza Plus) is the place to be for nighttime entertainment, from live-band karaoke to top touring comedians. With a happy hour running daily (except Saturday) from 3-6pm and 10pm-midnight and live comedy and music throughout the week, you’re bound to have a great time. Come enjoy one of the 26 beers on tap, or play games in the arcade room. $4-5. H F O

THE RED ROOM 302 E Madison St, Eau Claire • (715) 855-0000 • Find it on Facebook • An Eau Claire original with monochromatic decor, The Red Room is known for being a narrow and deep tavern with a long bar, large TVs, a great game room with pool, darts, foosball, and retro arcade games, and a top-notch outdoor patio with a beer pong table. They have seven taps and about 30 specialty beers, complimentary popcorn, a happy hour weekdays, and an enlarged menu of appetizers and sandwiches from Stella Blues next door. H F O S

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SCOOTER’S 411 Galloway St., Eau Claire • (715) 8359959 • scooters-bar.com • Scooters is our premier spot for LGBTQ nightlife, and among the best dance clubs, too.

They have live DJs every Friday and Saturday, karaoke every Thursday and Sunday, plus regular drag shows.

There are drink specials every day, as well as pool, darts, touch-screen games, free popcorn, six specialty beers, and eleven taps. It’s a good spot for Packer games, with eight TVs, free food, and specials. Named Best Place for Dancing by V1 readers for 10 years in a row! O S Q

THE SPORTS PAGE BAR 131 N Barstow St, Eau Claire • (715) 832-7798 • As if the name wasn’t enough of an indicator, The Sports Page is all about sports. From the decor and fantasy leagues to the gameday specials and game options. There’s darts and video games. There’s four taps, one is always a specialty and a handful of other specialty beers, plus frozen pizzas and snacks. Happy hour runs from 3-6pm Monday through Friday. There’s tap specials on Tuesdays and bottle specials on Thursdays, as well as pitcher specials on Sundays and other specials during sporting events. H F O S

STELLA BLUES 306 Madison St., Eau Claire • (715) 8557777 • stellablues.biz • Stella Blues’ lineup of imbibables is impressive to say the least. There are 21 constantly rotating taps, a monstrous specialty drink list with about 50 martinis and margaritas to choose from, numerous wine options, and the amazing Cajun menu. Happy hour is 4-6pm Monday-Friday. They have an outdoor patio and a great party room with full bar that holds about 190. Closed Sundays. H F O

STONES THROW 304 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • (715) 832-8888 • Located inside the beautiful and historic Barnes Block at the corner of Barstow and Eau Claire streets, this long-time downtown tavern has darts, pool, and shuffleboard, plus a dance/stage area on the bar level.

There are 14-plus taps and a variety of specialty beers.

Sometimes hosts live music, including an open jam on Thursdays. Open Tuesday though Saturday. H

WIGWAM TAVERN 314 E. Madison St., Eau Claire • (715) 834-9061 • wigwamtavern.com • This bar and grill is known for its food and regular entertainment/recreation events. The have popular karaoke nights on Thursdays and Fridays, plus summer volleyball leagues (at The Depot), darts (leagues available), and a pool table. Their small outdoor patio has two picnic tables.

Enjoy any of their half dozen tap beer options and about as many specialties. Food usually served until midnight. F O Q

EAU CLAIRE NORTH SIDE BRICKHOUSE PUB & GRUB 2233 Birch St, Eau Claire • (715) 832-6227 • This is a classic after-work kind of bar.

The bartenders remember your name, the beer is cheap and domestic (eight taps), and the food is simple, but good.

They’ve got pool (with a league), darts, touch-screens, and video games, but shuffleboard is king. A hall is available for large events; a balcony for small parties. H F

BUSH’S IDLEWILD BAR 999 Malden Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 834-2255 • There are plenty of games for drinkers to play such as a gambling machine and pinball, among others. Also open for business are pool tables and dart boards (women’s league for pool on Thursday nights). Happy hour runs from 11am to 6pm weekdays. Four beers on tap and a wide selection of specialty beers. They offer pizzas and pretzels to munch on if you get hungry (served after 10pm). H F S

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VOLUME ONE PRESENTS THE BEST NIGHT • Early February • The Lismore • The Best Night is a creative, dynamic, and interactive cocktail party — a celebratory evening of food, drinks, music, technology, art, and camaraderie. A chance to celebrate the very best of the Chippewa Valley.

NORTHWEST BEERFEST • Late April • Chippewa Area Ice Arena • Come try over 100 different craft beers from over 50 breweries.

Ticket includes beer sampling, food, and a commemorative glass. Sponsored by Gordy’s Valley Spirits and the Chippewa Falls Hockey Association.

THE GIVING GALA • Mid February • The Lismore •

HOPS 4 HOCKEY BEER FEST • Early September • Hobbs Ice Arena • Hops 4 Hockey is the Chippewa Valley’s premier beer tasting event. We feature hundreds of local, regional and national craft beers.

The proceeds from the event go toward the Center Ice Club Foundation which supports hockey programs and rink/facility improvements in the Chippewa Valley.

appetizers, informal dance lessons, beer and chocolate tasting, and much more FIREBALL • Late February • UWEC • The Fire Ball is UW-Eau Claire’s drag ball extravaganza. Each year in the Spring, the Ojibwe Grand Ballroom plays host to local and national drag performers who turn it out for packed audiences. Grab some specialty cocktails, sit back, and watch headlining drag superstars from RuPaul’s Drag Race and beyond.

DECADENT CABARET • Late February, Early March • The Metro • Decadent Cabaret is a huge display of art, dance, aerobatics, and live music. Featuring area favorites like artists from Artisan Forge, aerobatics by the Torch Sisters, and a killer musical lineup with acts like Irie Sol, Pit Wagon, FM Down, and much more.

VIENNESE BALL • Mid April • UWEC • A formal event recalling the romance and elegance of 19th-century Vienna transforms all three levels of Davies Center. Waltz in the grand ballroom, swing dance to Big Band standards, polka in the informal festival hall, sing along in the piano bar, dine on delicious entrees and desserts, grab drinks and cocktails from the many beverage stations, and hear showcase performances on the Bösendorfer Imperial Grand Piano.

ANNUAL GATSBY’S GALA • Early November • UWEC Step back to the roaring ‘20s where you’ll be surrounded by sights and sounds of the era. Featuring non-stop music from UWEau Claire’s Jazz I and Jazz II ensembles, including modern tunes with a ‘20s feel, and special guest artists throughout the night.

Come dressed in your favorite 1920’s-inspired black-tie attire and get ready to party!

ANNUAL PROHIBITION PARTY • Early tillery • Celebrate the end of prohibition with live music, hor d’ouerves, swing dance lessons, prohibition priced cocktails and more.

This event is sure to be the bee’s knees.

ANNUAL NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA • New Year’s Eve • The Lismore • Festivities include live entertainment & dancing from cuisine starting at 6pm, midnight champagne toast and celebration, New Year’s Eve party more to be announced.

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CANCUN MEXICAN GRILL 2713 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau

Claire • (715) 830-0211 • cancunmexicangrillwi.com • This family owned, sit-down Mexican restaurant and bar is known for its loud, happy atmosphere. Order a margarita in strawberry, raspberry, mango, peach, banana, tamarindo, or regular. If you’re a beer drinker, they have two specialty choices and six on tap.

Come in on your birthday for a free shot! Party room available, and 99-cent margaritas on Mondays and Tuesdays. F Q

specials for NASCAR and Packers, plus happy hours weekdays 8-10am and 3-6pm. There’s live music most Saturdays, and karaoke every Thursday and Friday.

They have 12 taps, about 14 specialty beers, and free popcorn. Their rentable dance hall (with stage) can hold 150 people. They now offer Friday Fish frys and breakfast on weekends from 7-11am. H F S

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HANGAR 54 GRILL 3800 Starr Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 598-1880 • hangar54grill.com • This airplane-themed upscale pub is located at the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport. Expect an open and inviting atmosphere.

Featuring unique, hand-crafted specialty cocktails, wines, tap and bottle beers, and spirits, great food, and big-screen TVs. Check out their unique Hangar Bloody with the works for a true experience. Closed Sundays. H F Q

HOBBSY’S 3620 Locust Lane, Eau Claire • (715) 832-2219 • Find it on Facebook • Hobbsy’s is a neighborhood tavern known for burgers (served late!) and for always having at least six specialty beers on tap. Hobbsy’s offers pool, darts, and touchscreen games to keep bar-goers occupied. For die-hard pool players, there are leagues available. H F O

PRINCETON VALLEY PUB & GRILL 2300 W. Princeton Ave., Eau Claire • 715-834-4050 • princetonvalley. com • The full bar service at the Princeton Valley Pub & Grill includes 4 tap options including Spotted Cow and 3 rotating taps, full liquor and wine selections, and a Monday-Thursday, 3-6pm. H F O

VFW POST 305 1300 Starr Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 552-8438 • vfwclub305.com • With an amazing view overlooking Dells Pond, boat landings, and three outdoor volleyball courts with a full-service bar, this place is a popular summertime spot. They have gameday

EAU CLAIRE OUTSKIRTS 4 MILE RESTAURANT & BAR S5786 Hwy. 37, Eau Claire • (715) 836-9003 • facebook.com • Formerly the Smith’s Country Inn, this relaxed bar that boasts two dining rooms, and is a popular gathering spot for eaters and drinkers young and old. Come lounge on the deck or play some pool. “Down home” food is served and happy hour runs from 3-6pm Monday through Thursday. Several tap beers, specialty drinks, wines, and dessert drinks. Happy hour also offered during sports games. H F O Q

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BRACKETT BAR 9150 Beaver Creek Rd., Brackett • (715) 878-4142 • brackettbar.com • This classic Wisconsin tavern serves up delicious burgers, wings, and other staples. There are happy hour specials 3-6pm weekdays, plus five tap beers, free popcorn, late night grub menu, and a Friday night fish fry. A pavilion in the back is popular during the summer, and the bar offers men’s and co-ed softball leagues. Pizza and and apps served after 10pm. $3-4. H F O S

EAU CLAIRE ROD AND GUN CLUB 801 Schoettl Ave., Eau Claire • (715) 832-4391 • ecrodandgun.com • Open to the public only on Tuesday and Wednesday nights (while the club is trapshooting), this bar has a simple setup of three taps, some cans, and frozen pizzas. There’s also a party room that can hold 120 people. O S

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