As a trucker living on the road, finding a place like this right next to a truck stop is amazing…read more Felt like being home for Christmas. Cozy rustic atmosphere, plenty to shop from, great service and the food and drink are delicious. Great price for what I got! If you live in the area or are passing through stop in a try out their new menu! #support-local

If I had a nickel for every time I went to two coffeehouses in one day, I wouldn't have that many…read moreactually. After having coffee at The Nostalgic Bean, Tim and I went exploring in Osseo. We visited a few places before deciding to drop into The Nickel Barn. I had seen the signs for it on the way to Eau Claire but wouldn't have imagined I'd end up there. Especially after already having coffee but I figured it was the one time I have to try it and it's my goal to try every coffeehouse in the world... so here we are. The Nickel Barn is literally in a barn. A big red barn. Upon walking inside, you get greeted with a large amount of antiques and a coffee counter in the back right with some ice cream and baked goods to boot. While I was there to try their coffee, I never not look around and this place has some truly unique antique pieces. Tim and I looked around for a bit before ordering coffee. Tim got some kind of refresher and I got my usual americano. We took our drinks to a sitting area where, to our surprise, they had some board games. We took some time to chill out, sip our drinks, and play a few different games. I liked one so much that I ended up buying it a few days later at a board game store in Oakwood Mall. The americano was good. Not super bitter like I typically like but more smooth and mellow. After having an americano a few hours before, it was probably best that I had something with less punch. Tim really liked his drink and wanted something non-caffeinated since he is usually only good for one coffee-type drink a day. Overall, The Nickel Barn was really cool Not a lot I would buy when it comes to antiques since that's not really my vibe but I can vouch for the coffee being really good. Plus, the barista was doing a really good job manning the front counter and the drive-thru window.

I love this store. They have a great selection of locally-made cheese and the prices are very…read morereasonable. I remembered to bring a small cooler with me on my way back from Chicago. Great cheese curds here!

We just stopped there to pick up some true Wisconsin cheeses as we were heading to Minnesota. This…read moreunique store was amazing and a highlight of our road trip. There are so many choices and plenty of samples to choose from, cheeses, meats, fudge and ice cream! There are also some very cute housewares and other unique items! The woman working there was so knowledgeable and kind. She made up a beautiful gift basket for family we were on our way to visit! You will not be disappointed and I can't wait to visit again!! It's right off I-94!

I cannot say enough amazing things about Marieke Gouda! We stop here 3-5 times every summer on our…read moreway back from visiting my mother-in-law, and it's great for both adults and children. The cheese selections are incredible, and they always have a bunch of samples out so you can taste before you commit. The Truffle Gouda is my all-time favorite, with the reserve coming in at a close second place! Everywhere you look, there's food! The employees are friendly, and the service is quick. My kids always get ice cream when we are here, and they have to go visit the cows. There's a playground, a giant jumping pillow, and a track for tricycles. We've never eaten here, but we've taken meals to go plenty of times. We are never disappointed. The restaurant is always busy, and the atmosphere is always full of energy.

This review only relates to the cafe. We stopped in for lunch on a Sunday and the cafe only had a…read morecouple of other tables with guests so it was really quiet. The waitress wasn't overly friendly, but whatever; the worst part was not being given straws for huge glasses of soda, or utensils. The best part was the appetizer of deep fried mushrooms. The avocado chicken caesar salad was so-so, it was just that the chicken, cucumbers, croutons, etc., were bland and the caesar dressing was like pale ranch dressing (which was just super odd). The classic burger had a thin, dried out patty. We would not bother to stop again.

On a cross country road trip, we couldn't not make a stop at a Wisconsin dairy farm. We're so glad…read morewe found Castle Rock! They sell ice cream, meat, milk, cream, and of course CHEESE. We picked up a snack of jalapeño cheddar, medium-sharp raw cheddar, and cheese curds. All of them were exceptional. The proof is in the pudding - this is very high quality cheese. The farm store is very simple and clearly focused on their products. They are open 8am-8pm - and if nobody's around, there's a drop box for order forms and cash. That said, there were people when we arrived and they couldn't have been friendlier! Bonus - this is not far off the highway so it makes for an easy pit stop if you're driving through. Highly recommended!

Sandwiches here are delicious! I got the veggie sandwich and white bean chili. Both were very tasty…read moreand made me want to try more of their food! They have a great specialty food and gift selection. The staff is friendly and helpful. I totally recommend this place!

Great place, cute and the sandwiches were amazing! Definitely glad we checked this place out…read more Wish I would have had room to try the ice cream.

I live in southeastern Wisconsin, and there are numerous restaurants that serve deep fried…read moreEllsworth Cheese Curds. I have always wanted to stop at the actual creamery to check it out. They have lots of different Ellsworth cheese products, along with a bunch of other Wisconsin made items. We were on our way home from Thanksgiving in Minneapolis. The snow was coming down, and we decided to take a break and grab some lunch. Perfect timing to stop in at the creamery and try one of their famous grilled cheese curd sandwiches. It was noon and a few other people had the same idea. The several staff members we interacted with were all friendly and helpful. I got the sandwich and my wife got the Hot Chicken Tortilla soup. Both were very good. The bread was a thicker Texas toast and nicely grilled. The cheese curds had been melted, but you could still make out the curd shapes. There was a small amount of BBQ sauce that gave it a bit of a tangy flavor. I would have liked a bit more of that. Next time, I would like to get there earlier to check out the actual curd and cheese making process.

Delicious made to order sandwiches. Cheese store. Specialty local/ Wisconsin food products! Fresh…read morecomes and cheese curds. What's not to like!!!!

House of Gouda is the real deal - free samples every day is already a win, but the quality backs it…read moreup. Their cheeses (including Marieke Gouda) come from seriously award-winning stock, and you can taste it--rich, creamy, and top-tier!

Very well put together cheese shop with an assortment of cheeses, crackers, wine, chocolates and…read moreother yummy treats. Great short stop to have a clean restroom and to grab a snack for later. Store looks more spendy than what it truly is, prices were very reasonable. Assorted goods from Wisconsin and imports from Holland. Right off the highway and across the street from the mall.

The cheese here is amazing! Curds are squeaky fresh, the best in the area. I also buy aged cheddar…read moreand they have some that is 18 years old-so scrumptious!

Ambling east or west on Hwy 29 near Owen/Withee, you will see this bright yellow cinderblock…read moreestablishment on the north side of 29. If you see it, and you like cheese, you're gonna want to pull in. This place is unassuming and nothing special per se, but you're here for cheese. This establishment has processed cheese, Cheese curds, jams/jellies, crackers, etc. The thing here that is awesome is their aged cheddar cheeses and from 10 to, I think, I saw a 20-year-old shard cheddar. All of these cheeses are very reasonably priced. Either way, I need about a couple of pounds of 12-year and some aged brick cheese. They were the best thing ever. I have this on my radar now. Whenever I go to Wausau or Stevens Point, I am hitting this place and stocking up on my cheese.