I hate to give a cute little country place like this a 2 star, but I was SO sad when I visited this…read morelittle place hoping to get fresh off the farm cheeses and curds. The person working said, "sorry, we are just a distributor." We do not have local off the farm cheeses. I was so sad after biking 20 miles past all those cows! Don't bother leaving Madison for this place, you can get the same stuff at Metcalfes. That being said the cheese I did get was yummy, wherever it was from....

I came here to get fresh cheese curds and left with a lot more. They carry a number of local…read moremustards and jams in addition to cheese from the region and around the world. I particularly liked their leek & wild morel jack and an imported potato goat cheese (sounds weird, but it's delicious!). Arrive on horseback and get a discount! If you can't go in person, they also do mail order.

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!

Located on the Capitol Square is a cheese shop and deli located in an vintage store front. The…read moredisplay case is quite long and is perfect to showcase the variety of cheeses. We went for a sandwich from the deli, but they stopped serving when we arrived. Instead we sampled several cheeses and crackers. They have local jams, honey, crackers and cheese boards. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable and offered samples and suggestions for pairings. Next time we are in Madison I would stop in for a sandwich and cheese.

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?

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.

Baumgartner's has great cheese, sandwiches and local craft beer. My husband and I visited to enjoy…read morethe famous Big Stinky sandwich. We both enjoy limburger cheese on rye with a nice slice of red onion and at Baumgartner's it is a staple. Of course we washed it down with some New Glarus beer. What more could you ask for....it was the most Wisconsin lunch ever. ;-) The atmosphere at Baumgartner's is casual. The staff are friendly and helpful. Need some local cheese, well, as the name indicates Baumgartner's has plenty of local cheese varieties to choose from. I'd definitely comeback the next time I'm in the state. Thank you for a great experience!

Nice place fun cheese. Was a nice little spot with a few different options. More artisan.read more

Stopped in town and decided to try the havarti cheese curds -- they were delicious. Took them home…read moreand put them in a frying pan, they crisped up but still held their shape...even better! Cute shop you should definitely stop by to see. The staff was also very kind.

12-26-2023 My first…read moretime using this brand of cheese- Emmi Switzerland cheese selection traditions- Le Gruye're... I found a recipe back in November, calling for Le Gruye're and wanted to make it for a Thanksgiving dinner.. Today, I finally had the time to make it... It came well packaged and for the price was a good size.. Can't wait to taste !!

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.

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.

We have stopped in this store many times over the years especially after being at the Saturday…read moreFarmers market. The store feels a bit sparsely stocked but they do have a nice selection of cheeses from around the state. They do offer some small samples. The prices are not cheap but similar to other specialty cheese stores around the area. We've picked up many different cheeses here over the years. This store isn't as nice or as well stocked as their location in Milwaukee on 3rd Street. I hope this place continues to survive on State Street.

We haven't had time this visit to do a creamery or cheese factory visit, yet this cheese mart…read moredowntown Madison was a fabulous stop for us to learn more about the State of WI's cheese producers and sample (free) some of the most popular ones! The staff was helpful with our questions, grateful they offer drinks for purchase, and a public bathroom. Also - perfect stop for souvenirs/gifts! Super cute store!

Made a visit for lunch with the family after Christmas and the food and service were excellent! It…read morewasn't busy so we had no problem finding parking and tables. Food came quickly and I loved the chicken bacon ranch sandwich and tomato soup. Sandwiches come with unlimited milk and they have lots of good flavors. They also have a bunch of great local products like meats, cheeses, butter, and all of the Sassy Cow items too. I got a big bottle of maple syrup and some salami.

We went on a Thursday in November at 11 am…read more Food 3/5: if you like grilled cheese and nothing else, this will be your favorite stop. Overall not many options besides grilled cheese. We all got grilled cheese variations with apples, salad and soup as sides. The chicken bacon ranch grilled cheese was overall the best. Both of the salads had rotten leaves, so best to avoid that unless you're ok picking through for good leaves. Service 5/5: the food came quickly and the staff was very friendly. Ambiance 1/5: we were very disappointed overall since they hype themselves up as an experience that includes cows. There were no cows in sight. I know during the summertime they will have baby cows, but overall to me there should be more transparency around not actually seeing cows when you visit the creamery. Other than that there is a small parking lot that can get very busy at times, but plenty of places to sit. We did love the kids playground outside but all of the bikes were broken/didn't work and the bags put away for corn hole. Overall we were really disappointed at this trip. No cows and lunch was just ok. If you are looking for a spot just for ice cream, they have amazing options and plenty of room for the kids to play, just don't tell your kids there are cows because you likely won't see any.

Surprisingly nice spot for a rural Wisconsin town. Food was really tasty and the staff were really…read morefriendly. On a nice day the patio outside is a lovely place to sit. There happened to be live music playing in the field across the creek so we got to enjoy that as well. Honestly, for a rural Wisconsin town this is a 5 star spot. Burger was excellent. Beer salad was excellent. Ceasar salad was average. Good beer selection. Then walk next door for some tasty ice cream. I'll be back.

Seven Acre Dairy is an all encompassing experience. From the creamery, to the hotel, bar,…read morerestaurant, you will find everything you need under one roof. Even the outdoor space is incredible. They have an amphitheater up the hill, a plunge and sauna,and amazing views. We had breakfast one morning, and they served the bread with her butter that they make at the creamery. Which is amazing. Service was very good. And in the mornings on the weekend, they had live music. We loved the vibe. And they even have classes how to teach you to make butter. We cannot wait to go back and enjoy this place one more time.