The best cafes in Rib Mountain

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

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Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

227040 Rib Mountain Dr (Wausau)

Cheery regional coffeehouse chain serving specialty drinks, smoothies & baked goods.

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Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

2312 Schofield Ave (Weston)

Coffeehouse chain serving signature drinks, mochas & lattes, plus coffee & breakfast.

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Dunkin'

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Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

225620 Rib Mountain Dr (Wausau)

Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.

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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 Central Wisconsin newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Need a creative reset between errands? Clay Corner Studio LLC lets you paint-your-own pottery, tackle a canvas, design wood signs, or hop…

1801 Sherman St (Wausau)

Need a creative reset between errands? Clay Corner Studio LLC lets you paint-your-own pottery, tackle a canvas, design wood signs, or hop on the wheel to throw something gloriously wobbly. Walk in, sip from the coffee bar, and pick up your fired piece in six days.

From the Wausau newsletter, September 8, 2026

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If your Tuesday needs both a dialed-in cappuccino and a glass of something interesting after work, Vino Latte nails the combo with…

3309 Terrace Ct (Wausau)

If your Tuesday needs both a dialed-in cappuccino and a glass of something interesting after work, Vino Latte nails the combo with excellent espresso, made-to-order breakfast and lunch, a self-serve wine station and hundreds of unique bottles... plus tastings, classes, and a growing whiskey lineup.

From the Wausau newsletter, September 12, 2026

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