Purveying phenomenal garlic-infused orange-cheddar curds at reasonable prices, this sundries…read morestation just east of Schullsburg on the road to Monroe has a great selection of southern Wisconsin fare. Claiming their own proprietary bleu (the Dunbarton Blue), and a spectral collection of other local cheese, the dairy alone is worth the visit; and yet, the sausages and other locally generated meats - specifically the cured beef-sticks that I sampled - also present an effective case for pit-stop patronization. And then there's the beer quotient: with an outstanding selection of ales and lagers from New Glarus Brewery - not to mention their own specially branded New Glarus pint-glasses - Roelli covers another important front of southern Wisconsin. A propitious find after striking out on a Sunday afternoon in downtown Schullsburg (which was utterly vacant in the post-meridiem), Roelli in fact appears to be the provenance of most of the cheese we could have found in town anyways. And - resting neither far from Dubuque or Rockford - it is, moreover, a true destination for the caseophile (though they are completely willing to ship cheese to you if you cannot commit to the drive).

This review is only for their signature Dunbarton blue cheese, which we just got around to trying…read more It's not about their business or culture or practices which I'm sure are perfectly fine. This cheese is pretty expensive at $20 for 8 oz, and unfortunately like an expensive wine, I didn't particularly like it given the price point. So my advice on this one is to know what your taste buds like. This blue cheese was quite strong in flavor being quite sharp and salty. It was the only premium Wisconsin cheese the son gifted to us that I wouldn't have again. But don't let that deter you if you're a strong blue cheese fan, this could be your cheese. It's just not mine. It was nice to give it a go nonetheless.

When you're in the Cheese Capital, your first stop has to be a cheese shop--and Fromagination is…read moreone of the top-rated cheese stores in the U.S. for a reason. This place is a dream if you love cheese (or snacks in general). You can sample a ton of different cheeses, and the staff is super helpful at guiding you toward what you'll actually love. I tried multiple varieties and ended up taking home their top-selling, award-winning cheese--and wow, it lived up to the hype. They also have all the perfect add-ons for a cheese board, so it's an easy stop whether you're building a picnic, hosting, or just want a great souvenir from Madison. Save this for your next trip to Madison, Wisconsin!

This. Place. Is. Awesome! It was recommended on a work website, as a must visit when in Madison…read more And I can see why! It is a small shop that does big business. They have such a wonderful selection of all things cheese related. Not just delectable dairy, but all kinds of accoutrements, snacks, seasonings, even books about cheese. They have samples, sandwiches, and even glasses of wine available. It is a shopping experience. I was there on a random weekday, and the shop was busy. Though they were fully staffed and able to quickly attend to everyone there. Unfortunately, this was my first stop while I was out exploring the town, and I didn't want to go back to my hotel yet and didn't purchase anything. By the time I came back around, they had just closed. I will know better next time.

In the small town of Mineral Point , Wisconsin lies one of the most iconic cheesemakers in all of…read morethe world , Hooks cheese. Brought a small cooler along to secure our marvelous cheese purchased from hooks. Taking a day trip along the Mississippi River?If you're ever on highway one fifty one , make sure you stop in and acquire some cheese. And yes , the curds do squeak , everyone in wisconsin knows , if your kurds don't squeak their garbage.

The son ordered up some cheese from this premium Wisconsin cheesemaker. They make 60 different…read moretypes of cheese, with many being award winning. We had some of their triple play (sheep, cow, and goat that is) extra innings aged cheese and it was tip-top delectable.

A cute town and a cute little shop. It was a Sunday so unfortunately they were not making cheese…read moreso there was nothing to view in the cheese plant next door. We perused the shop that had more than just cheese - there was liquor and other goods to be had. The old wood walk-in cooler was a nice piece of history. The staff was very friendly. We walked out with a sample of a few cheese products that were quite tasty.

My fiancé and I were out road tripping and stopped at the Shullsburg Creamy and purchased a…read moreplethora of cheeses. We bought pepper jack, baby Swiss, aged cheddar, blueberry white cheddar chunks, cheddar and bacon, cheese curds, blue cheese, and buffalo style cheese curds. We had a blast and will definitely be back!

Always get cheese curds here!!! We drive by Igore and he's always dressed up!! Great service!!…read moreFriendly & such cool people!!!

So friendly! Lots of cheese samples and explanations on the cheeses. They talked about the…read moredifferent things to do with the cheese types such as different ways to serve it.

I just tried some of their signature Pleasant Ridge Reserve cheese, which currently runs $17 for an…read more8 oz package. I must say premium Wisconsin cheeses are like hazy IPA's to me. There are a ton of tastes (and textures) and they're all a little different, and I like them all! Maybe one day I'll develop enough of a palate to have a favorite, but for now, they're all good!!

Pleasant Ridge Reserve, the signature cheese of the Uplands Cheese Company, may be one of the…read moresingle most perfect hard cows milk cheese made in the US. A traditionally made cheese in the style of alpine cheeses from southwestern France, Pleasant Ridge Reserve is made only during the months when cows graze on grasses, sweet clover, and wild herbs, giving their milk a depth of flavor not usually found in most cheeses from year-round milkers grazing on silage and grain. This award winning cheese (just go to their website to see how many accolades they've earned...it is simply awesome) is a favorite both here in the Midwest and all over the country. For those of us lucky to live in Chicago, it is on the menu of many local restaurants, who use it both on cheese plates and in more complex dishes. During a recent visit to Hot Chocolate on Damen, for example, I had a Pleasant Ridge Reserve-filled brioche. I think this cheese is better to eat out of hand than to incorporate in a recipe - with heating, many of the subtleties of texture and flavor are lost. Seek it out. And if you do find it in a cheese shop, make sure the piece you get does not touch plastic. Because plastic is the enemy of all cheese. If it must touch plastic, make sure you get it out as soon as possible and put in proper cheese paper or wax paper and foil. And eat it right away - it isn't going to get any better in your fridge. Uplands isn't open to the public, but if you call ahead they may just accomodate you. The trip through the lush, rolling hills of southern Wisconsin is an agrarian's dream.

Recently we were at a party where the hostess had purchased a dozen or more cheeses from Cheesers -…read morethey were all great. So when we were heading to Stoughton we knew we needed to stop at this place. The store was hopping on a late Saturday morning. We were there for the cheese but the front part of the store was filled with wine and liquor (they also have a tasting room upstairs - apparently it is a do-it-yourself tasting). They also have gifts and gourmet foods. The cheese counter probably had over 100 selections. There were many tempting cheeses. We selected a smoked blue cheese that we are looking forward to try. Given the wide selection we will definitely stop here again when searching for interesting cheeses even though it is a 25 minute drive.

Visiting Stoughton, we had just finished lunch and were looking for a place to grab a little…read moredessert. We headed downtown to check it out. Since it was a Monday, most of the shops and restaurants were closed, but Cheesers was open -- and they had Babcock (UW-Madison) ice cream. It's a cute little shop with lots of gourmet food items, wines, and gifts. We got a couple of cones. Union Utopia for me, served in generous portions on a sugar cone. So good on a warm day. The owner was super nice and told us a little about the downtown area, especially the Opera House that offers concerts. Definitely seems like a place we'd love to come back to.

Limited selection Cheese we did buy was not that good…read more Just go to a grocery store and buy Wisconsin cheese and you will be better off.

We were in Dickeyville visiting the Grotto, so naturally we had to stop for some WI cheese…read more We were the only customers in the store, aside from the woman getting her cheese sliced at the front counter. We browsed for a good while before settling on some goodies. My parents purchased several Farmer's Cheese varieties (having recently learned that this is the healthiest cheese we should be eating). My brother and SIL bought a bag of 'scraps' of various cheeses and summer sausages. Nice that nothing goes to waste here! This is a good way to try a variety of meats and cheeses, too. Plenty of souvenirs for those out-of-towners. Souvenirs definitely have the touristy prices---ouch. This was a nice stop for us on a Thursday afternoon. I good way for us to escape the heat and stock up on some of WI's finest. Clean. Big parking lot. Customer service could be a lot better, though.

Had lunch here yesterday with Jr. Great service…read more Great food. We ordered the pretzel and the cheese curds for appetizers. I had the rueben. Great vibe inside. Great location. We plan on visiting again for dinner.

If you find yourself in this part of Wisconsin, Baumgartner's is a must stop. Beer, cheese, and…read moregood vibes! We got the tuna melt and the second best chili, both of which were lovely on a cold winter day. Service was awesome, plenty of fun things to look at on the walls, the entire restaurant was in good spirits.

This place is huge and has free samples around every corner!…read more Reasonable prices on meats and cheeses, plus a large selection of other specialty items for tailgating, charcuterie boards or just BBQing in the backyard! Staff are super welcoming and offer you wine or bourbon samples as soon as you walk in. They're happy to direct you or help you select items. I will most definitely make this a frequent stop!!!

All the canned food is basic, nothing stands out. Same for cheese. This is not the best Wisconsin…read morecan offer. Where are these items even produced?Where is it actually made?