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.

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

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

First time here. Located inside the food court, it's a really nice space with plenty of room,…read morevarious seating areas, and lots of natural light from the large windows. I got a super nice greeting from the barista and ordered a Chai Latte. Normally, I would go for a London Fog Tea Latte in a mug, but they didn't offer that. The Chai Latte I had instead was very good -- flavorful, well-balanced, and served at the right temperature. I'd definitely stop again if I'm in the area.

Driving through WI and found this spot! Coming from Minneapolis, my first mentions have to be…read moreprices () and free parking (). I loved the homemade vanilla bean syrup in my latte (noticed it was vanilla bean and homemade...yum). I've been mostly DF for a couple months so tried the DF/GF blueberry coffee cake and..it tastes DF/GF so it wasn't my favorite but we would for sure stop again for $11 for 2 drinks and ample seating in the building!

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.

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).

Let me get the bad out of the way first: the drive-thru takes FOREVER, but don't let that…read morediscourage you! Just plan accordingly! The coffee here is absolutely divine, and if it wasn't so far from where I live, it would be my go-to for everything. I don't have a very large sweet-tooth, but wanted to give their turtle-frappucchino a try. To my delight, it was sweet without being over the top, like some mixed coffee drinks you get through drive-thrus. It wasn't full of whipped cream or drowning in chocolate and caramel, but everything was blended beautifully. I was so impressed, that I make sure to stop out any time I have to run to Woodman's for groceries.

Super excited to have this coffee shop located within walking distance of our hotel while staying…read morein Altoona. The staff were friendly and the decor was very fun. Lots of seating available inside and they also had a drive thru. We didn't get food but our drinks were very good. The menu was large and a little overwhelming as we weren't really sure what each drink consisted of and it was too busy to ask too many questions. Would definitely go again but would try to look online first for drink descriptions to be a little more prepared!

Love the simple, upscale decor. Staff was genuinely friendly too. But the coffee just didn't land…read morefor me. It tasted watered down and was barely warm. Honestly, it's a crime not to have hot coffee.

Date of visit: October 13, 2024…read more I don't buy coffee out and about all that much--unless I'm traveling--but I definitely do miss having Caribou Coffee around Milwaukee as they have some fun drinks that you can't get at Starbucks. We stopped at this location on our way back from Minneapolis and found it to be a nice pitstop on the way home. Staff were friendly if a bit absent-minded (they forgot about our friend's drinks) and the location was in good overall repair, including a faux fireplace that had some very aesthetically-pleasing wood stacked alongside it. My drink--a Mint Condition, size medium, since you asked--was quite tasty and a refreshing change from what I normally get at other coffee shops.