ECDC, located in the lobby of the Lismore Hotel Eau Claire (a DoubleTree by Hilton property), was a pleasant bonus of staying at the hotel on a recent visit to Eau Claire! We stopped by each morning of our weekend stay for some coffee and breakfast and were pleased with the quality of everything! We enjoyed some specialty hot coffees most mornings and I was particularly happy that there were milk alternatives including oat milk. The kids enjoyed a breakfast sandwich one day and bagels on the others and I enjoyed a chia pudding one morning too. It is worth noting that if you are seeking a hot breakfast such as a breakfast sandwich, you can only get that after 7am, which didn't work out so great for us. They were extremely strict about this too. (Even at 6:50, they wouldn't take an order as they said they could not prepare anything other than what was ready in the case until after 7.) Aside from that, it's a cute coffee shop with plenty of seating, located centrally in downtown Eau Claire, as the name implies! read more

Ate here three days in a row while staying at the Lismore. Everything is delicious, it's quick, and the workers are so friendly. Love that they have house made syrups for coffee. read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Northwoods Wrap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Fun little place where we grabbed coffee and breakfast during our stay in Eau Claire for a family reunion. My kids enjoyed the bagel sandwiches and we liked their drinks - I had a chai tea latte. Thanks read more

Delicious drinks, done dirt cheap! 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. read more

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Went in a couple weeks ago for drinks and a light breakfast. The parfait was good but the pastries were amazing. They had some seasonal drink options for st. patrick's day which is always fun. Kind of a strange vibe in the cafe because most of the people in there were hotel guests but it was still a nice atmosphere. My biggest complaint would just be that all of our drinks and food items came in single use containers instead of reusable mugs/ glasses/ plates. read more

Service by Jordan was colder than the iced brew. The new Hiker coffee tastes like dirty socks.

Wanted a smoothie but not a lot of places were open. I went here and I loved it. I got a green smoothie and the other flavors looked good as well. Their food menu looked good but were only open from 6a-2p. It's inside a hotel and I was confused a little bit. They had plenty of seating and seemed quiet. The staff was friendly. read more

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Had a very pleasant experience on Independence Day, 2023! As the only coffee shop that opened in town, it was very busy in the morning. And that only one barista at the back of the espresso machine really rocked! She kept her work station clean while producing high quality drinks. We got an iced matcha chai latte, a seasonal special apple cider latte, and a regular light roast brewed coffee. The barista even made a latte art in the middle of a million orders! Loved her attitude towards coffee! The apple cider latte was a successful latte - like a warm, slightly sweet hug. Milk and espresso got incorporated very well thus tasted smooth and rich thanks to the barista. The iced matcha chai latte and the brewed coffee were good but not like "wow". Don't get me wrong - it's very hard but important for a coffee shop to maintain consistent good quality during busy times. And ECDC did a good job. We will return next time when we visit Eau Claire! read more

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Nice area with outdoor seating. Closes at 6. Delicious drinks. Friendly staff. Good coffee read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

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Hot drink was warm at best . Service was totally cold. The two on staff were enjoying each other's company but seemed to not care about the customers. For example, I thanked the barista for the drink and was ignored completely. It was not busy at all, so there's no excuse for it. Likely won't be back read more

The bec sandwich is a great brunch option for those that aren't too adventurous, and the avocado toast is actually a good size. The coffee was great and my girlfriend thought the smoothie was good. The coffee shop is attached to a large common area so there is no problem finding seating. Definitely on the pricier side for what we ordered, but still a good place to try while in the area. read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - The bec sandwich, avocado toast, iced coffee, and purple power smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Eau Claire, Wi. They do have a nice rich latte here even if it is a bit on the small side compared to other establishments. Very nice espresso bean used, dark roast but no burnt taste. My quiche was just ok, way too eggy for my taste, and too light on complementary ingredients. Generous size but tasted like scrambled eggs. This is Wisconsin, give me the cheese! My wife egg dish was reported to be outstanding. Plenty of room to relax and get stuff done on the electronic device. The associated restaurant has granola and yogurt offerings, why not here? read more

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I stayed at Lismore for a couple of days and they have this coffee shop open. They have gluten free bread and muffins, frittata. More options than what I usually find for a coffee shop. I'll go here before Starbucks any day! Note: I'm biased because it's really hard to find gluten free options while traveling esp in Wisconsin. read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Gluten free bacon sandwich and a latte. It actually came with two eggs but just opted for one. It's just a perfect size. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

A lovely, light-filled space right in downtown Eau Claire with ample seating. My main complaint is the price. I ordered a tea, and it was over six dollars (it was simply a tea bag in a paper cup). By comparison, SHIFT a few blocks over offers the same tea for about $3.60 that comes in a French Press. It feels a bit too expensive for what you actually get. read more

Best overnight oats I've had in a while, but the only reason I got them was because there wasn't anything else to eat! It was around lunch time at the place and no food? Weird. read more

Fanciest little latte I've ever gotten. This is the SPOT for caffeine in Eau Claire. They have some baked goods to fill your stomach. Lots of seasonal coffee options but the basics, too. Seems like a bit of a "hipster" joint but I enjoyed my coffee. read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Horrible service. Horrible espresso. Too much money for what they serve. Not a great selection. Won't be going back

I was passing through Eau Claire and needed some coffee, found this place on Yelp so I figured I'd check it out. Good selection of drinks and comfy chairs. Service was friendly and quick coffee was flavorful! read more

This is located in the Double Tree downtown and it has a great simple menu. The breakfast options are great as well! I was impressed by their smoothie menu. This is a must if you like good coffee, immune boosting smoothies, and a quaint area to get some work done. read more

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This place has very nice service. I got a few items from here as well as a chai and cold coffee. I got a wrap from the cold sandwiches and the bread was so soggy it was impossible to eat. And for an $11 price it was just unacceptable. The bagel I got was a little stale the staff was nice enough to heat it up for me and I appreciated that. I asked for a hot chai and the temp was too cool and the iced coffee was a bit warm. I think there needs to be more focus on the quality of the items being sold and their current state. That wrap has scarred me! read more

I stayed at Lismore when I am in town for business. The hotel did not serve breakfast due to COVID-19, but they offers me $13 credit to purchase breakfast. iTunes Northwoods Wrap, Veggie Fajita Wrap and Crispy Fries Egg Sandwich. They are all good, specially the sandwich was tasty. The bacon, spinach aioli and arugula combination was great with the fried egg. The brioche bun was excellent. The coffee does not taste so good, just mediocre. read more

Ate here for breakfast yesterday and today, so I'll combine the two reviews. The place seems very nice, and while I didn't get the coffee, it looks like a lot of people enjoy it, as it's usually somewhat busy. I did get the Northwoods Wrap on the first day. All in all, it was decent but could have used more sauce or some hot sauce to really help it out, as it was a little dry. The second day, I got the fried egg sandwich and that really helped improve my opinion of the place. It is a little pricey BUT the mixture of spinach, bacon, and fried egg, with some kind of sauce or pesto or something was delicious, and it looks like the bun was toasted or fried. If you're willing to spend around $9 for an egg sandwich, that's what got it an extra star. read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Fried Egg Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

This is a great downtown coffee shop. There is plenty of free street parking all across the block. It is attached to a hotel, so there is plenty of seating right in the coffee shop, or in the hotel lobby. It is a great working space, with large desks and strong Wi-Fi. read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

I loved everything about this corner of Eau Claire. Their coffee shop was excellent. My latte was good. The fresh bagel and cream cheese was good. The service was friendly. And clearly people like this spot because there were loads of people visiting with each other in the seated area. read more

Other than the prices, this cafe is great. Avocado toast for $11? It's delicious but it's still avocado on a toast with sprouts. All other items are very pricey too, like a 12 oz cold brew for $5. Service is super-friendly and ambience is nice. If the pricing was better, this could be a full 5-star review! read more

A great place to grab coffee, meet with a friend, hangout, or work! It is super cute and has a lot of good seating options. The food menu is expansive for a coffee shop. I got the praline latte and it was delicious! The staff were helpful and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend! read more

As a Flight Attendant, I've been a lot of places and had a lot of coffee. I was here on an overnight, decided to grab a latte, and then my mind was blown. Best. Latte. I've. Ever. Had. Also, the strawberry pastry was worth the cals. Thanks, little tiny town in Wisconsin, for changing the coffee game. read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

This is a nice coffee shop- very upscale looking. I love the revitalization of the downtown and the hotel in Eau Claire- and this adds to it. The teeny pumpkin "cupcake"'was expensive but so yummy. The coffee was excellent. Nice place read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Fun and funky and right downtown - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Unfriendly and intolerable staff. Not impressed. However, the coffee itself was good!

We stumbled upon ECDC while staying at the Lismore Hotel (in the same building) and were delighted by this coffee shop! It's very cozy with a fireplace, good music, and lots of seating. The cafe has giant windows that overlook downtown Eau Claire, and it's nice to sit with your cup of coffee and watch all the people coming and going. The ECDC was voted one of Eau Claire's top coffee shops and rightly so. The iced coffee I ordered was so smooth and flavorful. Likewise, my friends got a drip coffee and a latte, and were very pleased with their choices. The bakery case looked really nice too, but we didn't try any goodies. Although I did note they had some gluten free bakery options. All in all, I wish I lived closer to Eau Claire so I could visit ECDC more often! read more

Amazing bagels. Like the kind of bagels you eat without any topping!!! Great outside seating and very polite staff. Americano was pretty good too. Stop by here is you are in downtown Eau Claire or staying at the Lismore Hotel!! read more

The inside of ECDC is absolutely gorgeous, with interesting art, wonderful textures and a roaring fireplace. The coffee, however, leaves something to be determined. I ordered a cold press coffee, asking for cream. I was informed there would be room left for cream in my cup, but then no follow-up on where that was. I could have guessed that one of the containers on the bar behind the cash register would have cream, but nothing was labeled, so I just drank it black. I do not mind black coffee, but this was bitter and severely unimpressive. I will be returning, no doubt, to try something different, and will update my review accordingly. But for a first time visit, I wasn't impressed with coffee or service. read more

Huge quiche. Salad with nothing on it. New, clean, trash/recycling/compost area, fine service, open atmosphere. Nice windows for sunshine. Chai was good. read more

I was told the 10oz latte had two shots in it but it didn't taste like it. And after drinking it, I didn't feel the caffeine buzz. But the atmosphere was nice and the macarons were pretty good. read more

Really great coffee! We travel all over the country and stop at coffee shops everywhere we go. Not only is their coffee absolutely delicious their breakfast options were excellent as well. They also offer a variety of non-dairy milks. I got a hot lavender latte with almond milk and a dairy free egg sandwich with arugula. The atmosphere is comfy and clean. If you are a connoisseur of fine coffees, this place is for you. We will definitely stop by this outstanding coffee shop anytime we are in the area! read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Hot lavender latte with almond milk. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Good coffee. Friendly baristas. Quite 'hipster' both in their coffee notes and atmosphere. After 6 pm, their pastry goes on sale with a coffee purchase. The chocolate chip cookie(size of a small salad plate) is $4 and amazing. Came in to get coffee 2x this week and we came.into town yesterday. read more

Eau Claire Downtown Coffee - ECDC - Good cookie. Lots of board games. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Eau Claire, Wisconsin

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fun hotel lobby coffee shop. the matcha was really good. sort of cold, but that's cuz they pump the AC for the hotel guests. The service was good as the food came out pretty quick. had the veggie fajita wrap read more

In the middle of a global climate crisis, with air conditioning blasting ecdc burns a decorative gas fireplace. While this makes sense during a cold Wisconsin winter, I politely brought my concern to the attention of the manager. Rather than thoughtfully listen and perhaps even mollify me, she immediately became sarcastic and stated "everything we do here creates global warming " . She then blamed me for the fact that the smoothie I had ordered was served in a plastic cup with a plastic straw. While a place with good food and generally nice staff, this manager's behavior was hostile and shocking. I guess I'm used to dealing with more gracious staff. read more

Best Vanilla Latte in EC. If you plan on having food don't come during their transition from breakfast to lunch (11am - 12pm). You will wait a LONG time for your meal! read more

The coffee was good but the food took FOREVER. My husband ordered a plain bagel toasted with ham and mayo and it took 20 minutes. No joke. People were stacking up waiting for their average food. Just don't be in a hurry when you order food here. read more