The best cafes in Central Wisconsin

3 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Whether you need a dialed-in espresso, a creamy latte, classic tea, or fruit smoothies and frappes, The Pickle Jar does it right. Settle in…

4308 N 6th St (Wausau)

Whether you need a dialed-in espresso, a creamy latte, classic tea, or fruit smoothies and frappes, The Pickle Jar does it right. Settle in with baked goods and snacks, then peek at the retail side for those surprisingly perfect little finds.

From the Wausau newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Casual cafe featuring adoptable cats in separate kitten and adult cat play rooms.

1141 Clark St (Stevens Point)

Casual cafe featuring adoptable cats in separate kitten and adult cat play rooms.

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Cozy spot serving bubble tea in a range of flavors, along with snacks and coffee.

641-B Division St (Stevens Point)

Cozy spot serving bubble tea in a range of flavors, along with snacks and coffee.

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