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A-TO-Z PRODUCE & BAKERY • N2956 Anker Lane, Stockholm • atozproduceandbakery.com/pizza • AtoZ Produce and Bakery, located just east of the Mississippi River, has developed quite a following for their highly regarded pizza nights. Once winter is behind us, AtoZ opens its doors to serve customers on Tuesday nights. Wait times but pizza will be served rain or shine. AtoZ now also serves wine and beer by the bottle. If you’re in a rush and can’t stay to enjoy the atmosphere, the folks at AtoZ would be Distance from Eau Claire: 49.4 miles FARM TO FORK RETREAT • S193 County Road BB, Mondovi • facebook.com/dancingyarrow • Located on 21 acres along the Buffalo River near Mondovi, Farm to Fork Retreat at Dancing Yarrow serves up overnight accommodations, vacations, and event during the warmer months. On Thursdays, up the brick oven and cook pizza pies covered with home-grown organic toppings and grassfed meats. Dine on picnic tables inside the barn or out, enjoy an adult beverage from the Milk-House Bar, and bring your own chairs Eau Claire: 21.3 miles STONEY ACRES FARM • 7002 Rangeline Road, Athens • stoneyacresfarm.net/pizza-onthe-farm • Stoney Acres offers a range of seasonal pizzas in addition to a rotating selection of specials. If pizza isn’t enough on your visit, don’t forget to check out the farmer’s market stand for some fresh produce (and maybe even some sweets!) to take home with you. They also feature various local and artisanal cheeses from across Wisconsin. Think of Stoney Acres Farm as your one-stop farm shop. Distance from Eau Claire: 87.3 miles SUNCREST GARDENS FARM • S2257 Yaeger Valley Road, Cochrane • suncrestgardensfarm.com/pizza • Suncrest Gardens Farm, settled in the serene Yaeger Valley, is pizzas are cooked in less than two minutes, thanks to their handmade, Italian-style oven. Suncrest also offers a gluten-free option for those with special dietary needs. Be sure to check their website for a schedule of live music throughout the season! Distance from Eau Claire: 50.8 miles THE STONE BARN • S685 County Road KK, Nelson • thenelsonstonebarn.com • The Stone Barn in Nelson will have you raving about its hand-rolled crusts and homegrown toppings. All of the meats used as toppings are locally raised and hand-seasoned so that every bite Stone Barn also serves ice cream so you won’t have to leave without satisfying that sweet tooth. New pizzas are added to the menu often, but you can always customize your pizza with the “build your own” option. Distance from Eau Claire: 44.6 miles NORTH STAR HOMESTEAD FARMS • 11077 Fullington Road, Hayward • northstarhomestead.com • This farm deep in the Chequamegon National Forest produces grass-fed meats and produce. It includes the Farmstead Creamery & Cafe, where the owners make sheep’s-milk gelato on-site. Pizza Farm Days are Thursdays and Saturdays from Memorial Day weekend through September, and diners also can order salads, craft beer, and wine. Distance from Eau Claire: 125 miles V1 EAT SCENE 2019 • CHIPPEWA FALLS

JEWELSTONE COFFEE & WAFFLES • Cafe/

Coffeehouse, Breakfast • 1629 Hallie Rd, Chippewa Falls • (715) 895-8582 • jewelstonecoffee.com • Jewelstone Coffee & Waffle Bar is a passion project by Brenda Buxman, a nurse of over 16 years. The restaurant serves up locally roasted Honest Roast Coffee for drip coffee, espressos, lattes and more, a wide variety of loose teas, fresh made waffles, and organic fruits and ingredients. 100% of the proceeds are donated to Warm Hearts, Warm Homes-Chippewa Valley, benefiting area families with housing insecurity. $9.50. G R W JIMBOB’S PIZZA – OJIBWA GOLF & BOWL • Bar &

Grill, Pizza, Sandwiches/Subs • 8140 136th St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 836-0909 • jimbobspizza.net • Located inside the Ojibwa Golf & Bowl, JimBob’s tosses up a variety of gourmet pizzas, including BBQ Ranch Chicken & Bacon, Philly Steak, and Gyro Guy (a pizza with gyro meat). Features not only 18 specialty pizzas but a grill menu that includes burgers, fish, and pork sandwiches. Able to accommodate large groups and parties. Bowling, golf, and archery available. They offer dinein, carryout, and delivery services. Gluten-free and meatless pizzas are available. Pre-packaged ice cream selection available for carry out or delivery. Take and bake pizzas also available. Entrée: $5-$20. A D G R W JIMMY JOHN’S • Fast Food, Sandwiches/Subs • 424 Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • (715) 720-7200 • jimmyjohns.com • A quick stop for tasty subs, Jimmy John’s aims to please with its food and quirky in-house signage. The shop’s signature sandwich is the J.J. Gargantuan – an intimidating sub packed with Genoa salami, capicola, smoked ham, roast beef, turkey, provolone, and all the fixin’s. Chips, cookies, and pickles are on hand to round out your meal. Catering services, delivery, vegetarian friendly, online ordering. D JOEL'S 4CORNERS • American Casual, Bar & Grill • Hwy 178 & County Hwy S, Chippewa Falls • (715) 861-5766 • facebook. com/4corners4fun • The recently opened and rebranded Joel's 4Corners (formerly 4Corners) is one of Chippewa Falls newest eateries. The atmosphere includes memorabilia such as old local newspapers, sports artifacts from local schools, and more. They serve up appetizers (including egg rolls), burgers, sandwiches, pizza, and some dinner entrees, Friday fish fry, and a weekday lunch buffet from 11am-1pm. Wednesday lunch buffet is fried chicken, and an Asian-themed buffet. The fullservice bar offers four to five beers on tap. A KARL'S BAR-B-Q EXPRESS • BBQ • 456 Kennedy

Road, Chippewa Falls • 715-861-5460 • karlsbbqexpress. com • Karl's BBQ Express serves up smoked meats like briskets, ribs, and turkey in sandwiches and platters served with plenty of your favorite sides like mac & cheese. They even sell all their meats by the pound. A specialty are their massive, overstuffed baked potatoes served with beef brisket or pork. Karl's will take call-ahead orders whether its 5 minutes or 2 days in advance to make your lunch break faster. Entrée: $6-$12. G R W KFC - CHIPPEWA FALLS • Fast Food • 1017 Woodward Ave, Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-4771 • kfc.com • Home of America's favorite finger-lickin' good chicken, served with their homestyle sides and delicious buttermilk biscuits. Entrée: $3-$10.W LAKE WISSOTA BAR & GRILL • American Casual •

16108 97th Avenue, Chippewa Falls • 1-888-382-4780 • lakewissotagolf.com • Lake Wissota Golf & Events features four docks where boaters can tie up and stop in for a bite to eat. The dining area enjoys a gorgeous lake view and a relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy a meal after a game of golf. Outdoor seating, private party room, open late. Entrée: $5-$10. A G R W LOOPY'S GRILL AND SALOON • Bar & Grill, Family

Style • 10691 Business 29, Chippewa Falls • (715) 7235667 • 723loop.com • A log cabin atmosphere sets the stage for casual eating at Loopy’s. Located right on the Chippewa River, the fish fry and homemade pizza are popular menu items, but make sure to check out the terrific nachos. Philly beef pepper jack sandwiches and homemade soups are a favorite. Weekday lunch buffet, outdoor seating, outdoor private party area, banquet services, and vegetarian friendly. Loopy's is also a venue for weddings and receptions. Offers a shuttle to and from Loopy's to your home or hotel within 15 miles. Tubing, canoeing, and kayaking available seasonally (memorialy day to labor day.) Open until 11pm in the summer. Volleyball leagues, jenga, bags, and more games. Entrée: $9. A G R W Q

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