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The Informalist

Name: The Informalist
Address: 205 S. Barstow Street, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, US
Telephone: +17153187399
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An eatery with identity in the heart of downtown Eau Claire. Visit: linktr.ee/informalist

11/05/2026

NEW SIGNATURES ARE HERE! Our November Signature Specials honor our Hmong community. Informalist cook, Deven Xiong, has curated this menu to celebrate the Hmong New Year & the 50th anniversary of the Hmong resettlement to Eau Claire. This resettlement began in 1976 when refugees first immigrated from Laos.

Our menu includes a small plate, two entrees, and beginning November 11th, an added burger and pizza special!

HMONG MARINATED EGG & JERKY RICE
Jammy Hmong marinated egg on a bed of rice mixed with shredded beef jerky, bacon, cilantro, garlic, green onion, lemongrass & thai chili peppers, served with a side of fish sauce vinaigrette.

BRAISED SHORT RIB
Beef short rib braised with lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and thai chilis, served with Hmong sausage fried rice & topped with herb salad.

GRILLED PORK CHOP
10 oz grilled bone-in pork chop rubbed with lemongrass & dried thai chili powder, served with roasted kabocha squash & charred cabbage salad tossed in fish sauce vinaigrette.

BÁNH MÌ BURGER (coming 11/11!)
8 oz steak burger or beyond burger topped with pickled carrots & daikon, cucumber, cilantro, jalapeno & hoisin-sriracha mayo on a brioche bun served with a side of house-cut fries.

PHO KING PIZZA (coming 11/11!)
Hoisin cream sauce, mozzarella cheese, crispy tofu, onions, jalapeno, bean sprouts, basil, cilantro, green onions, & lime. Served with a side of pho broth for dipping.

When you purchase one of these dishes, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association.

Ingredients proudly sourced from Amerasian Market

11/02/2026

TUESDAY EXCLUSIVE: The "Orchard Special" burger is coming your way! Featuring our classic steak patty, an apple-celeriac slaw, Hook's three-year aged cheddar, crispy bacon, and a stone-ground mustard dijonnaise, all on a fresh brioche bun. Take a bite out of fall with this perfectly seasonal burger! Available on Tuesday, November 3rd only!

COMING SOON: Hang on tight, the "Buckin' Buffalo" is a bold, spicy pizza that's ready to take your tastebuds for a ride! Beginning with a cream sauce base, it's topped with a medley of mozzarella and blue cheese, chicken, onion, classic buffalo sauce, a honey drizzle, and a green onion garnish. This tasty pizza will launch Wednesday, November 4th, and is available until Tuesday, November 10th.

10/30/2026

Grilled peaches, creamy burrata, crispy prosciutto, micro mint, and pomegranate balsamic glaze; our Grilled Peach & Burrata Salad is layered with flavor in every bite and makes the perfect start to any meal. Available now at The 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!

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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