If you want Wisconsin Cheese, you've come to the right place. This mom and pop shop, run by an…read moreawesome and inviting mom and pop, will treat you to a nice tour of cheeses crafted with Wisconsin pride. Only one cheese was from out of state, and that was their Iowa Maytag Bleu; their "one import," they joked. Still, there were a variety of cheeses to enjoy, most of which could be sampled. They also offer smoked salmon, sandwiches, and apparently a baller pea soup. We know this because another customer rolled in for some after calling ahead... for what was apparently the second day in a row. This little cheese bar that could, certainly does. By the time we left with our dairy treasures we barely made a dent in what they had to offer. We'll be back for sure.

The store is a hole in the wall, which can be a great sign of being a local spot and not touristy…read more The guy at the counter was very friendly, but the prices are way too high. I tried the samples but nothing was worth the prices they were charging. I didn't buy anything but if you're looking to try different flavored cheeses, you'd probably find a good one here.

Decided to purchase a turkey from a meat market to see there was a difference in flavor. The price…read morefor a "roughly" 13 lb turkey was around $65. No one mentioned any difference. The store was very busy, but fully stocked with a good variety of items on shelves and in cooler as well as deli items.

I took a chance and ordered a turkey to try something new. Drove out and picked up today. First…read moretime in the store. The store is fully stocked with plenty of food, sauces, spices, deli meats, fridge items and frozen items. Wanted to try the ham so ordered some of that as well. And they even have dog treats. The staff is very friendly. The facily is clean. Transaction was fast and smooth. Prices are reasonable.

My mom and I were pretty excited to visit a cheese bar, as big fans of great cheese and wines and…read morecraft cocktails. We were not disappointed. But call, the hours on Yelp are not the bar hours, which are extended. The space was formerly a little cheese shop for Clock Shadow. It was pretty basic. The atmosphere has really ascended. There is a small retail section and cheese case for shoppers. The bulk of the small space has been transformed with moody, chic wallpaper, a classic old school bar and tables. The staff are all friendly and knowledgeable. Service is very good and not intrusive, but you will learn a thing about what you're experiencing. The pairings are eye opening. The cheese is exquisite. Although the cheese itself is on the expensive side, the flights are reasonable for what you get. The pours on the wine are fair and there is enough cheese to share. Dried fruit and corn are added as a pallet cleanser. Loved it! Everyone needs a cheese bar with drink pairings. The wine and beer menu as suggested pairings for cheese as well. They also have some interesting craft cocktails. Street parking can be an issue, so maybe prepare for a little walk during popular times.

OMG! Such fantastic, artisanal cheeses from Wisconsin! Including many that resemble and compare…read morefavorably with the excellent cheeses you can find at open-air markets in France! Many cheeses from non-cow sources, such as from sheep and goat milk. Plus, excellent service and an adjoining cafe where you can eat cheese and other food. If you love French cheeses, and want to support great Wisconsin cheese makers, you must try this place!

If you're looking to stock your fridge or get a gift, this is the place for cheeseheads! They have…read morea huge selection of award-winning, unique cheeses and even offer samples of select picks for the day. The store itself is spacious and the employees working are very friendly.

I came here twice in three days. TWICE! What a gem of a store. I really love stores like this…read morethat's a good offerings of local goods and also a great gift shop and also a place you can get grab and go items. I managed to do all three! I got a variety of cheese, meats, crackers, souvenirs, etc. Dropped a lot of dough I guess cuz I got one of those cooler bags that you get if you spend over $60-65 (forgot). I can't believe I found butterkase there. I haven't had butterkase cheese since I was in Germany. The second time I went, I went because my friends told me I must get the chocolate cheese. I went back to get that plus a few more other cheeses. I also went next door to Usingers to get more meats! It's slightly cheaper there for Usinger brand stuff. Anyway, very cute store with lots of options.

Located on the Wisc- Illinois boarder this definitely qualifies as a tourist trap... but a pretty…read moregood one! Of course when you come to Wisconsin you are going to want to find some cheese. Why wouldn't you pick a place that is shaped like a castle? This place does a great job of having it all... above and beyond cheese! A restaurant/bar, a snack counter, ice cream, candy, bakery, liquor section, tee shirts and all types of local foods from other Wisconsin business. And FREE SAMPLES! I've been here many times because it's a great place to pull over and take a break and shop for some cool foods while on my way home from a trip to Illinois or other places south of me. Pro tip: find the bakery products in the frozen section from the Elegant Farmer, everything they make is great.

Wow - Mars Cheese Castle's Irish Reuben is one of the best sandwiches I've ever had!…read more I've been coming to Mars Cheese Castle for years, and it never disappoints. But yesterday was the first time I ever ordered the Irish Reuben. My wife and I were trying to decide what to have, when Louis (our favorite bartender) gave us the details on the Irish Reuben. This is not a traditional Reuben (there is no Sauerkraut or Thousand Island Dressing). The Corned Beef is baked in brown sugar consommé, Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey, and Guinness Stout. It is served with Guinness Braised Cabbage, Caramelized Onions, and Swiss Cheese. It is incredible. This is on my Mt. Rushmore of sandwiches. It is that good. It is a seasonal sandwich that is only available around St. Paddy's Day...so get it while you can. Thanks Louis!

Stopping in on a weekend road trip we were not disappointed. They have a great selection of…read morecheeses, sausages, charcuterie trays and more. Most is self serve in the reach-in coolers; some is behind the counter. For about twenty five bucks we left with buffalo summer sausage, some aged cheddars, a spread and a bag of curds. All that I have had so far is fantastic at reasonable prices. I am really glad we stopped here.

I have really enjoyed the cheese curds both fresh and aged. Also the selection of packaged cheeses…read morewith Munster being my favorite. I noticed many customers were sending holiday packages in multiple numbers each. Worth a visit.

Where my mycologists and mycophiles at? This is the spot in Lake Geneva (nay, perhaps the whole…read morestate of Wisconsin) to find locally grown mushrooms. Do you want oyster mushrooms? Yes, sir! They got them. Shiitake mushrooms? Are you shittake-ing me? Yes, they have shiitake mushrooms. Do you want a big, creepy ball of lion's mane? Yes, they have lion's mane, in all of its repugnant mushroom gloriousness. River Valley Ranch Mushroom Farm was started in 1976, by Bill Rose and his son, Eric. They continue to run the show today. The focus here at River Valley Ranch is on producing chemical-free mushrooms. They have multiple barns that serve as mushroom grow rooms, but they also produce a variety of other chemical-free vegetable crops. They sell their produce in their store and also local farmers markets. The store inside River Valley Ranch is like a dream come true for people who like to eat good, local food. You will find produce and goods that River Valley Ranch has grown and created on their farm, but also local Wisconsin products created elsewhere. Everything on the shelves feels like it was carefully considered before being placed there. There are also freshly baked loaves of bread baked in-house, wine and beer, Wisconsin cheese, many jars of pickled things, jellies and jams, and a kitchen where you can find meals and hot food. This place is awesome.

Such a wonderful market with the freshest mushrooms. They grow them. They also offer organic…read moreproduce, canned mushrooms, salsas, pasta sauce, cheese, eggs and so much more. Small shop so it always seems I'm in someone's way. But everyone is friendly. And once again, I bought a mushroom kit. Fingers crossed we get mushrooms this time. Assuming I remember to water it.

What a cool place! It is a grocer with great organic and natural products, including gluten free…read more Plus an awesome deli with great sandwiches AND a bar AND a coffee shop with pastries, gluten free included. My husband and I were staying at a nearby hotel and needed a gluten free lighter option before a spa day. I'm so glad we found Green Grocer. It was packed. Not an empty seat in the place around 12:00 on a Saturday. We did have to circle around for parking as well, but only had to walk a short distance from across the street. I got a drip coffee with blueberry waffle flavor and cream. The coffee was very good. I believe they use Collectivo. The gluten free raspberry financier was even better. It was similar to a Madeline cookie, but larger and raspberry in the center. I would drive back just for the pastry. We also got sandwiches from the deli and two fountain drinks from bar. I loved my build your own turkey and Swiss with sprouts, lettuce, tomato's pickle, onion, mayo, mustard, and sub sauce on gluten free bread. The bar service was great too. I definitely recommend Green Grocer for sandwiches and coffee, especially if you want to avoid the craziness of downtown Lake Geneva. Seems like the locals know this place is fantastic as it was non stop busy.

Groceries are over priced. 15.00 for a half gallon of ice cream!…read more Tried the new roof top bar twice. The view is nice and there is plenty of seating with a small bar. First visit, the bar wasn't open. The lower bar bartender told us we could go up to the roof top but needed to bring our own dishes down. Second visit, large sign at entry said roof top bar was open. Several tables and all seats at the bar were full but no bartender on a very warm day. It rained earlier in the day so many of the tables and chairs were wet. We were able to go behind the bar to grab paper towels to clean off the seats. Again had to bring up drinks from the lower bar. Lower bar tender moves like a snail. After about an hour, a bartender shows up to the roof top and says she was watching the weather and decided to come to work. The lower bar is nice but why offer a roof top bar if you cannot service it. There were many customers that left frustrated at the lack of service. Hopefully management will get it together. This could be a great asset to our small town.

IG: diamante.lara.milwaukee…read more The food is fantastic and the ambiance was great. Seems to be a unique go to spot for me. Service was well. Watch the video attached.

My husband was looking for pumpkin/apple orchards in the area and noticed elegant farmer is known…read morefor their apple pie in a bag. If you're going to get 1 item from here, I highly recommend it being that. It's won awards for numerous years and is recognized from reputable places. This small town market has a lot to offer, most of its products are directly from them or locally sourced. It's designed to give off a small town feel and is cozy. We were hoping to walk around the apple orchard and outside grounds but unfortunately that is only available Saturdays and Sundays. Since we stopped in on a Wednesday that area was closed. We made the best out of it and strolled around the market instead. Staff members were helpful. No one was pushy and we didn't feel rushed to get in and out. We purchased several items and if I were to go back I'd definitely get the apple pie in a bag and chocolate peanut butter balls again. I'd pass on the seasoned pretzels and cheese curds. They were just fine IMO.