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An eatery with identity in the heart of downtown Eau Claire. Visit: linktr.ee/informalist

10/28/2026

Weeknight plans? Now you have them. Dinner at The Informalist—no special occasion required. Reservations are available online at TheInformalist.com, and walk-ins are always welcome!

10/26/2026

COMING SOON: The “Loaded Popper” is about to spice up your life! Featuring a white sauce base, caramelized onions, a blend of mozzarella and cheddar, jalapeño, bacon, and cream cheese dollops, it’s finished with a ranch drizzle, and fresh cilantro. It hits the spot with just the right amount of heat, and a whole lot of cheesy goodness! Available Wednesday, October 28th, through Tuesday, November 3rd.

AVAILABLE NOW: Our Oktoberfest Burger is a hot commodity, and that's exactly why we'll be grilling them up through the end of the month! It features our classic steak patty dressed up with a Hook's three-year aged cheddar & New Glarus Staghorn b**r cheese sauce, and our house-made sauerkraut all on a fresh brioche bun.

10/24/2026

Treat yourself this weekend with a brunch at The Informalist! From decadent options like our Breakfast Burger, complete with a sunny-side-up egg and hollandaise, to lighter faire, like our Classic Breakfast with eggs your way and house-made toast, we've got the options you crave. Join us, it just might be the start of a new tradition!

10/21/2026

Great news for your sweet tooth - The Informalist has a brand-new dessert menu! We're happy to introduce both our latest menu, and our baker, Lily, who is the mastermind behind these tasty treats. We've got a Pumpkin Tart, a Horchata Créme Brûlée, and a plant-based Earl Grey Chocolate Cake, and they're all available now! Check out our menu online, stop in, or stay tuned for more details!

10/19/2026

COMING SOON: your favorite comfort food classics twisted into one delicious 'za! The Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup pizza, inspired by the change of season, features a tomato soup base, parmesan cheese, a blend of fontina and cheddar, golden-toasted herbed bread crumbs, and fried sage. It's savory bliss with a satisfying bread crumb crunch - available this Wednesday (10/21) through next Tuesday (10/27)!

AVAILABLE NOW: Our Oktoberfest Burger is a hot commodity, and that's exactly why we'll be grilling them up through the end of the month! It features our classic steak patty dressed up with a Hook's three-year aged cheddar & New Glarus Staghorn b**r cheese sauce, and sauerkraut all on a fresh brioche bun.

10/16/2026

Our Butternut Squash Risotto is autumn in a bowl: it's creamy, comforting, and quietly indulgent. Roasted butternut squash, fried sage, and vegan herb butter, it's plant‑based, gluten-free, and crafted with intention; just the way we like it!

10/14/2026

If this German cuisine classic doesn't shout "Oktoberfest", we're not sure what will! This delicious dish features hand-breaded pork schnitzel, served alongside house-made red potato kartoffelsalat (potato salad) and topped with sauerkraut. Pair it with New Glarus "Staghorn" Märzen!

10/12/2026

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Our Oktoberfest Burger is a hot item, and we're excited to share that it will be available tomorrow (Tuesday, 10/13) through the end of the month! It features our classic steak patty dressed up with a Hook's three-year aged cheddar & New Glarus Staghorn b**r cheese sauce, and sauerkraut all on a fresh brioche bun.

COMING SOON: our next pizza special, the "Very Verde", features an avocado tomatillo base, mozzarella cheese, grilled chicken, a corn and black bean salad, and is topped with lime crema and micro cilantro. It's fresh, flavorful pizza that gets better with every slice. Available Wednesday, October 15, through Tuesday, October 20!

10/09/2026

Give your dinner plans an upgrade - treat yourself to a night out at The Informalist! Our chef-inspired menu is regularly updated with exciting, seasonal additions, our space is intimate and luxurious, and our service is top notch. Book your reservation now by heading to Informalist.com!

10/07/2026

Celebrating the heritage of many Wisconsinites, we're excited to share a menu inspired by Oktoberfest, an annual German festival that's been held for over 200 years. In the spirit of the festivities, we also have New Glarus "Staghorn" on tap, a Wisconsin-brewed German-style Märzen. Try our take on these traditional foods, and don't forget to raise a pint and say "Guten Appetit"!

This menu is available for the month of October:

BAVARIAN PRETZEL (LEFT)
Scratch-baked traditional pretzel sticks served with house-made b**r cheese dip featuring New Glarus Staghorn b**r and Hook’s Three-year-aged cheddar

PORK SCHNITZEL (MIDDLE)
Hand-breaded pork schnitzel with house-made red potato kartoffelsalat and sauerkraut

BLUTWURST (RIGHT)
Vegan spätzel with grilled house-made vegan blutwurst sausage and braised red cabbage

Address

205 S. Barstow Street
Eau Claire, WI
54701

Opening Hours

Monday	5pm - 11pm
Tuesday	5pm - 10pm
Wednesday	5pm - 10pm
Thursday	5pm - 10pm
Friday	5pm - 10pm
Saturday	8am - 2pm
	5pm - 10pm
Sunday	8am - 2pm
	5pm - 11pm

Telephone

+17153187399

Website

https://www.theinformalist.com/

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