Wisconsin is full of cheese shops; however, only one takes the title as the state’s oldest – and it’s Baumgartner’s. Stuffed to the brim with both local and imported cheeses, it’s a must-visit for fromage fans. But you can do more than shop while at Baumgartner’s. You can also grab a tasty meal in the shop’s adjoining tavern. Take a look:

If you want more Wisconsin restaurants, make sure to click here and sign up for our weekly dining newsletter. Every Thursday, a new eatery to try in the Badger State will be delivered straight to your email. Yum!

Sweet dreams are made of cheese! If you agree, you’ve got to pay a visit to Baumgartner’s, a longstanding cheese store and tavern.
Baumgartner Cheese Store and Tavern/Facebook
Fittingly, it’s located in Monroe, the Swiss Cheese Capital of the USA.
Clayton Ketchum/Google
Opened in 1931, it’s Wisconsin’s oldest cheese store.
Baumgartner Cheese Store and Tavern/Facebook
Having been around for nearly 100 years, Baumgartner’s reputation has spread far and wide, attracting visitors and tourists alike.
Leslie C/TripAdvisor
Those who have visited Baumgartner’s definitely wouldn’t disabrie that the selection of merchandise, which includes Wisconsin’s finest cheeses, imported cheeses, and specialty foods, is sure to impress.
Rebecca Ross/TripAdvisor
The perks aren’t limited to the merchandise, though.
Rebecca Ross/TripAdvisor

Related Stories

Find More Than 500,000 Books At Driftless Bookstore, The Largest Used Bookstore In Wisconsin

Find More Than 500,000 Books At Driftless Bookstore, The Largest Used Bookstore In Wisconsin

 You Won't Find Another Store Like The Pencillarium In Wisconsin

You Won't Find Another Store Like The Pencillarium In Wisconsin

 This Bargain Hunters Road Trip Will Take You To The Best Thrift Stores In Wisconsin

This Bargain Hunters Road Trip Will Take You To The Best Thrift Stores In Wisconsin
Baumergartner’s also includes a tavern, which...
Baumgartner Cheese Store and Tavern/Facebook
...has a reputation for serving up the world’s best cheese sandwiches.
Baumgartner Cheese Store and Tavern/Facebook
Consistently delicious, the cheese sandwiches haven’t changed much since 1931. Today, just like decades ago, they’re made with a thick slice of cheese and dark rye bread.
Hitheroadwithlila/TripAdvisor
A custom creation, the sandwich is made with the cheese of your choosing. Also, you can beef it up with some fresh salami or braunschweiger.
William Reigle/Google
But sandwiches aren’t the only celebrated item on the menu.
Hitheroadwithlila/TripAdvisor
In fact, the menu features several "almost would famous" dishes.
Hitheroadwithlila/TripAdvisor

 

So, are you ready to pay a visit to this Monroe staple? Baumgartner’s is open Sunday – Thursday from 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. and Friday – Saturday from 8 a.m. – 12 a.m. For more information, call (608) 325-6157. You can also visit the Baumgartner’s website or Facebook page.

So, did you know about this cheesy mainstay? Ever visited? If so, what’d you order? How was it? Tell us in the comments section.

Looking for another must-visit for fromage fans? Click here.

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Related Articles

Explore Wisconsin

Featured Addresses
1023 16th Ave, Monroe, WI 53566, USA