The Best Cheese Store in Wisconsin – Visiting Mars Cheese Castle in Kenosha Wisconsin Video Tour
The Castle that Cheese Built
Located in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Mars Cheese Castle is the world’s largest cheese store, with over 700 varieties of cheese from all over the world.
Then
Mars Cheese Castle is a family-owned and operated business that has been serving up delicious cheese and other specialty foods since 1947.
Husband and wife Mario and Martha Ventura started their small business in 1947. Business was good until 1957 when there was a fire; consequently, they lost the building. Fortunately, there was another location nearby available to relocate and start anew. After some renovations, the family was able to reopen, and shortly after, numerous additions began as business grew.
In 2011 the Cheese Castle would have to relocate once again. With the expansion of the interstate, the building would have to be torn down. As a result, the children and grandchildren, who now own and operate the business, were able to build the castle Mario and Martha always wanted.
Now
On March 26, 2011, was the Grand opening of the Mars Cheese Castle. There were lines of people waiting to take a peek inside the new Castle. Since then, it has been a tourist attraction, bringing in many new and familiar faces. Mars Cheese Castle prides itself on focusing on local Wisconsin brands wherever and whenever they can.
What You Will Find
With the opening of the new store came many original favorites and some great new additions.
Restaurant
The castle has a restaurant that is known, of course, for its grilled cheese. The Ruben sandwich is also supposed to be one of the best around. What goes great with a freshly made sandwich? How about fresh Wisconsin cheese curds? Yes, they serve fried cheese curds!
Drinks
There is a bar located in the castle serving up its famous Bloody Mary’s. If you do not have time to stay for a drink, there is an extensive selection of beer and wine from all over the world to take home.
Bakery and Deli
At the in-house bakery you will find the fan favorite Chedder Cheese bread loaf, along with the popular authentic Danish Kringles and Elegant Farmer baked in the bag Apple Pies!
In addition, they also have Cheese curds, cheese logs, chocolate cheese (you have to try this!), cheese spread…Ham, Usinger’s bratwurst, summer sausage, gift boxes, Palo Popcorn, beer, wine and so very much more!
Giftshop
In the gift shop area you will find many Mars Cheese Castle souvenirs. There is also a great selection of Wisconsin themed items as well as cheese, cow and mouse themed gifts. You can find something for everyone here.
Of course, there is a large candy selection featuring some nostalgic candy. I bet you will find candy that you have never tried before too.
Every time we go, we find something new to try, but we have our staples of course.
Reasons to Visit
Mars Cheese Castle is a popular tourist destination, and it is easy to see why. The store is huge, with over 100,000 square feet of space. The cheese selection is simply amazing, and the staff is friendly and helpful. You can sample different cheeses in the deli area, which may make your decisions even harder.
Mars Cheese Castle is a great place to find unique gifts for friends and family. The store is open daily 9-7. The bar and restaurant hours may vary.
Generations of families have been visiting the Mars Cheese Castle. We have started the tradition with our family and our daughter is now a fan!
If you are a cheese lover or if you are looking for a unique Wisconsin experience, be sure to visit Mars Cheese Castle. You won’t be disappointed! And don’t forget to bring your cooler!
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