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    Wine & Cheese Co

    4.2 (130 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Good for groups

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    Cozy nook in which to drink wine
    Lorna S.

    There aren't enough words to describe the love I have for this place. First, let's talk about the town...the Wine and Cheese Co is located in the quaint area of downtown Plainfield, IL. Walking down the street feels like you're on the set of a Hallmark movie. Every time I'm there I'm waiting to see some big city executive woman who came home for the holidays and fully plans on going back home to the city, until she meets a handsome, successful, and wholesome man, who wears plaid, owns the local diner and has a big fluffy dog. He seems to be the complete opposite of her, but when he finally breaks down her hardened walls, she's really just like him. He woos her with his kindness, and rugged good looks, and she winds up staying for good... Alright, alright, let's get back to the restaurant review. The Wine and Cheese Co is just what you'd think it is, a quaint wine shop with an amazing selection of red and white wine, but it's so much more... Every single thing I've ordered to eat has been delectable. From shareables like Chevre Stuffed Dates, Red Wine Meatballs, and Burrata Salad, to Build Your Own Charcuterie boards and BBQ Chicken Flatbread. I can't forget to mention the dessert! Cinnamon Georgia Pecan Cake, Raspberry Mousse Cups, and Goat Cheese Cheesecake are just a few of the desserts they offer. The chef at the Wine and Cheese Co is extremely talented and effortlessly turns every ingredient into a masterpiece.   Did someone say, Wine Club?" Why yes, The Wine and Cheese Co even has a wine club. The selection isn't your typical generic wine. The owners pick out this wine themselves, and trust and believe, they know what they're doing.   Lastly, let's talk about the staff. Friendly, accommodating, and professional are just a few of the words that come to mind when I think of them.

    Bleu cheese cheesecake- phenomenal!
    Mai H.

    I love it here. Been here several times before but this is the first time trying an eclectic cheesecake. They had 2 kinds on their menu, goat cheese cheesecake and bleu cheese cheesecake. I wanted goat but they were out and 'settled' for bleu cheese but it's friggin amazing so I win!

    Rustic Grilled Cheese, Spicy Tuscano Flatbread with a bottle of Santomè

    I ordered the Rustic Grilled Cheese sandwich and the Spicy Tuscano Flatbread and it was amazing. I paired that with their Santomé - a Prosecco. It was a perfect match!

    Jessica M.

    Such a cute & chill local place, great little patio - little buggy, could be great to meet friends or a date night. White flights and cheese boards all day - wonderful servers! They also have n/a bubbly mocktails, cocktails, etc.

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    D S.

    I have been to Wine & Cheese Co. many times over the years and have always had a great experience each time. The owner has done an incredible job of renovating and redecorating both inside & out with her personal touch. There is an amazing garden outside for the warmer months and the inside is impeccable and cozy in the cooler times. The food is always mind blowingly good and fresh, and they have the most amazing wines with plenty of help to guide you to what you will love. Recently asked them to host a surprise birthday party for my wife and the chef and everyone there went all out - to the nines and beyond, we really couldn't believe how good the food, wine, cheeses and the whole experience was.

    Great wine and charcuterie
    Joan S.

    The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is food portions are TINY but VERY expensive. We went for a "free" wine tasting and ended up spending $100 plus on one bottle of wine and a few bites of food. The meatballs are one biters. You get four for $16? (Four bites @ $4 a bite plus tax and tip)...LITERALLY! Cute place though.

    Pinot Noir
    Michael C.

    Wine and Cheese Co is simply great. Their wine list is... incredible. The staff is knowledgeable and great. The food offering is vast and I can't wait to go back to really dig into more items. A pleasant surprise right in the heart of downtown Plainfield. The ambiance is very welcoming and I am super super happy with my overall experience of Wine and Cheese Co. 10 out of 10 WOULD recommend.

    Vino...
    Angie R.

    Tried them again and it was such an awesome experience. Service is fantastic, their wine selection is great and they have outdoor seating. I tried one of their salads yesterday, the Artichoke salad, and it was fantastic!!! Roasted artichokes, fresh greens, fresh Chevre and red onions dressed with a champagne vinaigrette & Cream of Balsamic, then topped with crispy croutons. So simple yet so delicious!!!! It filled me up and I enjoyed every bite! The vinaigrette made the salad and the artichokes were so full of flavor. If I could, I'd go back again to get this salad. I had the wine sangria and it's one of the best sangrias I've had. It's sweet and refreshing and just perfection. Our server was very knowledgeable with the wines and gave us samples of a few to try. They also have wines for purchase to take home. I tried the orange moscato and it was delicious. Took it home and I can't wait to open the bottle. They offer wine tastings which I hope to attend in the future. Great place in a nice little area.

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    One of our favorites .. great food , service , ambiance .. the live bands and music are great .. highly recommend

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    Amazing wine and charcuterie options! Love the bougie brunch with fantastic oysters!!

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    A truly un*fork*gettable experience!…read more To kick off our foodie adventure, we boarded a school bus for a short shuttle ride to McDonald Farm. Already giddy with anticipation, I was like a kid en route to a field trip -- practically dancing in my seat with excitement! Upon arrival, we were welcomed with a delightful puff pastry topped with a flavor-packed tomato jam and filled with a surprising fresh cow cheese "quark" (akin to cottage cheese). And amused my bouche was after just a taste - especially when paired with Chateau Chantal's "Tonight" (a light, sparkling wine). We hadn't even begun the tour, and already I was marveling at the farm's beauty - a perfect marriage of elegance and casual simplicity. From the repurposed wood barrels (posing as cocktail tables!) and dozens of glowing tea-lights...to the charming paper-bag-lantern pathway...and the acres and acres of picturesque land - it was an amazing backdrop for the beautiful evening ahead. The tour opened with some insight into the farm's history and their partnership with The Conservation Foundation (dedicated to preserving open space) and Green Earth institute (committed to promoting healthy eats and sustainable farming), before leading us onto the field for (drumroll) - picking our own cherry tomatoes! It was quite awe-inspiring to harvest my own little tomato and enjoy it in its most fresh state - right off the vine! Sweeter and less acidic than their store-bought counterparts - these were truly the best tasting tomatoes I've had the pleasure of enjoying! Though I could have easily spent hours sitting in the field, popping cherry tomatoes like candy - we were ushered into one of the dining tents. With the candlelit tables (via tea-lights in mason jars!) and romantic string-lighting - it could just as easily double as a wedding reception venue. A couple did actually exchange vows on-site today, and enjoyed the meal as their wedding dinner (genius!). And now...the meal! Everything down to the honey topping the dessert was locally sourced - which is sure to be appreciated by your taste buds! We kicked off the feast with an apple-onion soup (served as an apple-sauce-y puree) topped with gruyere croutons and crispy bacon pieces. A truly inventive and delicious dish! I opted for the wine pairing (as opposed to the beer) - and the Pinot Blanc complemented the soup wonderfully. We were then treated to a gorgeous mix of arugula, pickled cucumber and radishes - topped with shaved goat cheese and a sprinkling of pepitas. No exaggeration - THE BEST salad ever! Non-existent was the slight bitterness that I've come to know with store-bought arugula - these greens were delightful! The pickled cucumber had all the flavor of a good 'ol dill, but with a freshness that you'd be hard-pressed to find in a jar. Though I was skeptical about the radishes - these were unlike any I've ever had. Perfectly crunchy, with a clean (and slightly spicy) taste - I was surprised at how much I liked them. Another testament to the powers of fresh, organic, sustainably-farmed produce I'm sure! And as my wine accompaniment, the Proprietor's Reserve Trio - a full-bodied blend of merlot, cabernet franc and pinot noir (a must-try for red wine enthusiasts). Now, when reading the description for the next menu item - I was doubtful that I would be a fan: "Roasted Beet, Eggplant and Fennel with Mixed Pears and Creamed Tatsoi." Another pleasant surprise! Though on its own, the beet, eggplant, and pear mixture was a bit overpowering - the addition of the creamed tatsoi (a cross between spinach and bok choy) was the magic ingredient which brought the entire dish together. And the Malbec (a deep red wine) was so visually pleasing alongside this dish! For our main course we were served a heaping plate of honey roasted pork, thin-sliced and cooked to a juicy perfection. As a pop of flavor amongst the pile of pork - a cheery yellow candied jalapeno squash. Loved this - it was like sweet yellow pepper flavor meets the snappiness of a fresh zucchini. And as a nice contrast to the heaviness of a meat dish - the lighter Proprietor's Reserve Pinot Gris. And finally, the piece de resistance - the dessert! When the "Brown Butter Berry Tart" finally arrived - I knew it had been worth the wait. Made with unbelievably fresh berries - and with a tartness that rivals even the most sour-face-inducing desserts I'd had in the past - this was a happy way to end the meal. Topped with a honey-basil yogurt and a balsamic-infused caramel - it was simply divine. And as my final wine pairing, a pleasantly sweet Riesling to complement the berry tart -- a fabulous closing toast to an excellent night! A sincere THANK YOU to Candice G. and Yelp for honoring me with the chance to partake in the Farm to Fork experience! As a result, I've decided that I now want to either (1) own a farm; (2) live on a farm; or at the very least, (3) continue to support such initiatives (probably the most feasible :)

    Through the Yelp contest held by Candice G., and won by my lovely wife, I had the chance to partake…read morein a truly wonderful experience and dinner held at the McDonald Farm in Naperville. After parking in the nearby Kingsley Elementary school lot, we were whisked away via magic school bus a half mile away to the farm. Stepping off the bus steps, we were met with the familiar odor of campfire. We followed our noses to the crowd gathered around an outdoor lobby area where diners mingled and sipped on beer or champagne and nibbled on the amuse bouche, a Puff Pastry fill with Cow Cheese Quark topped with tomato jam. The Quark is very similar to cream cheese. Alcohol by Chateau Chantal and Two Brothers Brewing were Tonight Champagne and the specially made Pale Ale, just for Farm to Fork. Lucky us! After warming up a bit we were led into the fields where we learned about the Conservation Foundation and the Green Earth Institute from farmer Martin Lemos. We were allowed to pick some of the cherry tomatoes right off the vine and eat them! Careful not to overeat we were led into one of the greenhouses which were converted into dining areas. String lighting and white tablecloths, you couldn't have guessed that a dinner this elegant was happening here. We were shown to our seats and the parade of food started making it's way through. The food was lovingly made by Valerie Bolon, who has quite an impressive resume, having been through the kitchens of Emeril's, Gordon, and MK, one of my favorite restaurants! Our first course was an Apple Onion Soup, with Gruyere croutons and Bacon as garnish. I would never think to pair those two together as a soup base, but it works very well, neither flavor overpowering the other. The meaty bacon and salty croutons also helped to balance the sweet/salty profile. Since I went with the beer pairing, Cane and Ebel was the accompanying pour. Sweet, creamy, latte-like. this was one of my favorites. Salad course was Arugula, Pickled Cucumber, Radishes, Goat Cheese and Pepitas. The best salads I've ever had in my life contained arugula, and this was no exception! So many flavors on one plate, peppery, sweet, acidic, nutty, sweet, and explosion of taste. So good. Paired with this was Prairie Path, a blonde ale. Sweet and minorly bitter finish and sort of light, it was almost citrusy. Vegetable course was a Roasted Beet, Eggplant and Fennel with Mixed Pears and Creamed Tatsoi. At first when I saw this on the menu, I thought it said Roasted BEEF. Score! Bonus! Negative. It was Roasted Beet. With a T. But it was okay actually. I take it back, it was good, considering I'm not the biggest fan of beets. The fennel did surprise me though, I've never had fennel as crisp as this, since I usually eat it cooked. With a light licorice flavor, lighter than I expected. The creamed tatsoi also helped to add balance to the sweet flavored vegetables. Tatsoi is kind of a cross between bok choy and spinach. Domaine Dupage was served with this course. Smelled almost like iced tea, this beer did. Tart and caramel flavored. The meat course! And my favorite meat, PORK. Love pork. Honey Roasted Pork with Candied Jalapeno Squash? Thank you sir, may I have another? Perfectly roasted pork renders enough fat out that you don't feel like you're eating something too unhealthy, and still leaves enough fat to push the flavor. THIS WAS PERFECTLY ROASTED...The squash was good too, but it was the second fiddle to that pork GOOD GOD. I regret that I couldn't clean off my plate due to the shrinking capacity of my stomach during an epic meal as this was. Outlaw IPA was the beer, starting to get buzzed was I. Citrus and pine scented, medium to full body, I wasn't sure if it was this particular beer or just all the beer I drank that was getting me full. Oh yeah, and the food too. I don't know. AND THE BIG FINISH! Brown butter berry tart with Honey Basil Yogurt and Balsamic Caramel. Talk about everything in balance! I'm a libra, this must be why I'm obsessed with everything balancing. When I first looked at the dish, I saw the yogurt and thought someone accidentally put tzatziki sauce on my tart. And then I forked a bit of it and tasted it. HOLY MOTHER NATURE! You know when you're finished with dinner and you don't even finish your dinner, then you see dessert and think, "I don't have room" but you demolish your dessert with reckless abandon? That was me. Stuffed to capacity, I somehow found the space to fit this in, along with the beer, the Ebel's Weiss. Unfiltered and very strong banana flavor, at this point, I can't tell if I'm smelling or tasting it. I smashed it. The things I loved about going to this event/dinner was the fact that all components of the dinner were locally sourced within 125 miles and we shared a table with people from all walks of life, had great conversations with everyone and thoroughly enjoyed everyone's company. Farm to Fork is a great thing, support sustainable agriculture!

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