Step aside cheese curds and beer... We're making room for leafy greens, fresh veggies, and a collection of toppings for a beautiful, tasty, and nutritious meal. Keep reading to discover some of the top places for salad in Eau Claire!
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Cast Iron Pizza
First up, craft your ideal salad at Cast Iron Pizza's salad bar! This downtown dining spot is located right across from Phoenix Park and the Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market. Cast Iron Pizza prides themselves on offering locally sourced ingredients from Wisconsin farms. Choose from various leafy greens, proteins, fresh vegetables, and dressings to build the perfect fresh lunch option!
Court'n House
Head to the west side of downtown Eau Claire for some of the locals' favorite burgers, appetizers, Bloody Marys, pizza, fish fries, and salads! Load up on the delicious West Grand, Caeser, or Greek Goddess salad, and pair it with the Soup of the Day for the perfect lunchtime meal. Tune in for other select salad specials throughout the months at Court'n House in Eau Claire.
Johnny's Italian Steakhouse
Get the perfect soup and salad mix at Johnny's Italian Steakhouse in Eau Claire for a light and fresh lunch or dinner option that will impress. Johnny's menu features a Steak Tribute, Pepper Seared Salmon, Johnny's Chopped Chicken, Iceberg Wedge, Crusted Goat Cheese, Waldork, Johnny's Supper Club Spinach, Johnny's House Salad, and Traditional Caesar. Choose from Baked Potato, French Onion, or the Soup of the Day for a high-quality, tasty salad in Eau Claire.
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Olympic Flame
For the Greek food freaks visiting Eau Claire, Olympic Flame is your go-to spot. Go for a Greek-style salad at the restaurant and feast on a large bowl of romaine lettuce, feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumbers, Greek olives, and pepperonchine peppers. Order gyros, spinach & cheese pies, and baklava for a sweet dessert.
The Informalist
Go for a fine-dining night out at The Informalist in downtown Eau Claire for a fresh and tasty dinner. The Informalist offers a Beet Salad, Caesar Salad, and Gem Salad, where select options are gluten-free, vegetarian, or plant-based. Start your salad dinners with shareable platters like Dressed Olives, Grits & Greens, House-Made Pretzels, mussels, and more. After dinner, head upstairs for a drink at Dive and a good night's sleep at The Lismore Hotel.
The French Press
The French Press is a breakfast and lunch coffee house in Eau Claire that features a variety of quiche flavors, sandwiches, soups, and salads. Offered every day, try out the Tossed Greens, Classic Chicken Greek, Walleye Cake, Cobb, Tarragon Chicken Salad, or Triple Salad Sandwich Plate salad. The French Press also offers a soup and salad pairing from a huge, rotating Soup of the Day list that features flavors and ingredients for every season.
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Xavier Artisan
When in Altoona, find a fresh, healthy lunch option at Xavier Artisan, located at the River Prairie Wellness Center. Choose from Broccoli Salads, Quinoa Salads, or Far East Salads, small or large, and order other nutritious sandwiches, daily soups, parfaits, and Mazza plates. Get your morning coffee at Xavier Artisan, or come back later in the day for a delicious gelato dessert!
Monk's Bar & Grill
Make room for Monk's Bar & Grill, and fill up on fresh green salads all year long! Get a taste of Cobb Salads, Cranberry Mandarin Chicken Salads, Santa Fe Chicken Salads, Monk's Taco Salads, or Crispy Chicken Chef Salads. Monk's also serves a variety of cilantro lime rice bowls for a filling salad creation, and they're known for their burgers, appetizers, and sandwiches. Check out our blog lighting Monk's gameday atmosphere, family-friendly dining options, and weekly specials!
The District
Dine in downtown Eau Claire, and get some of the best food in town at The District. Order fresh House Salads, Casar Salads, Buffalo Chicken Salads, Bacon Pesto Chicken Salads, Green Goddess Salads, or Caprese Salads for a light, yet filling meal. Pair your salad with a sandwich, bowl, gyros, wings, burgers, or other appetizers at this downtown pub restaurant. Click here to visit The District's website and to browse the entire menu.
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Fella's Loaded Goat
One of Eau Claire's newest dining spots serves up cold drinks, a variety of burgers & sandwiches, a Friday fish fry, salads, and other hearty entrees. Choose from a fresh Chef Salad or Caesar Salad, and pair it with a choice of side or an appetizer. Fella's Loaded Goat also serves up some of the best breakfast platters, skillets, and pancake flights in town!
Northern Taphouse
Northern Taphouse is home to many of the locals' favorite bites, and salads certainly make that list! The menu features a Taphouse Salad, Blackened Salmon Salad, Chopped Chicken Salad, Applewood Bacon Fajita Salad, and Steak Salad, and they're often paired with a cup of Creamy Tomato, Chicken Wild Rice or Baken French Onion soup. Try out Northern Taphouse's other well-known menu items including the pizza, fish, wings, burgers, and delicious appetizer list.
Northwoods Brewpub
Take a day trip to Osseo, WI for cold, craft beers and a diving dinner at Northwoods Brewpub. This pizza, burger, and beer joint also serve up some scrumptious salads which can also be made into wraps. Pair your Northwoods beer with a Pulled Chicken or Ole Smokey Pork Salad, and don't forget to check in at Northwoods Brewpub on your Eau Claire Brew Pass! Discover more ways to experience a day trip to Osseo here.
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4 Mile Restaurant & Bar
Experience the culture of Wisconsin fish fries, Prime Rib Saturdays, and Old Fashioned drinkers at 4 Mile Restaurant & Bar. This supper club is located just south of Eau Claire on Hwy 37 and is known for one of the best fish fries around. Find everyone sipping on Old Fashioneds, filling up at the salad bar, and reminiscing about the week over Friday fish. It's cozy, charming, and utterly delicious! Learn more about 4 Mile Bar & Restaurant here.
The Livery
Last up, The Livery loves to serve sandwiches salads, and other entrees in downtown Eau Claire. The salad menu features a Mixed Gree, Mediterranean, Beet, Cider House Rules, Soba Noodle Salad. Choose to keep your dinner light, or pair it with a sandwich off the menu like Smoked Pork, Grilled Chicken Pesto, Pork Belly Bahn Mi, and more. Discover the full menu at The Livery here.