Based on reviews I expected much more. Came her on a trip to WI from PA based on reviews and the website. Went today and when I walked in two women were filling cheese curd bags and just looked at me and totally ignored me. So I looked around and finally went up to one and asked what they had in the way of alpine cheese. She wasn't sure if they had any and pointed me to a couple of generic cheeses. So I looked up some cheese on the Internet and their shelves and found some based on names. Was so put off I left. Didn't buy anything. No one said anything to me read more

A wonderful local cheese shop offering a wide selection of locally produced cheeses, sausages,gifts and wine. Good selection of Wisconsin souvenirs. There is even a section of reduced cheeses! Definitely worth a visit! read more

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A regular stop on our grocery route. Large selection of cheese available. Samples of specialty cheese. Ask Tony for a sample of authentic Swiss yodeling . read more

So many varieties of cheese and souvenirs of Wisconsin to choose from. Tastings are available in this cute shop. The staff is friendly and helpful. Good stop in Monroe read more

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I bought a very large piece of discounted Swiss cheese. The owner is from Switzerland and gets this at a discount. Ask him to yodel and he will do it for you! read more

ABSOLUTE MUST STOP! I travel to Monroe several times a year, after having lived in Green County for 20 years. Alp & Dell is THE best place to stop! With a huge variety of cheese along with other products, one can get just about anything they like. Tony & Esther do a wonderful job. Tours of the factory are also available. Carve out some time in your calendar to take the tour & learn about how cheese is made. There are many cheese factories to tour & purchase from in Green & Rock County. read more

This is a great cheese store with many varieties of cheese and other cheese related products. I would have given them 5 stars except that the staff was not wearing masks behind the counter until they had to wait on someone - poor covid practices! They had a couple of sales bins with some OK deals. We also found a shredded fondue cheese that we could not find anywhere in the Madison area so we now have a closer source than having it shipped from Wegmans out east. Monroe is a great cheese lovers destination (and beer too) and this place adds to it being a good location for a road trip. read more

Alp And Dell - a statue of a man with his arms crossed - Cheese Shops Near Me - Monroe, Wisconsin

I love checking out the areas that I'm in for the meat and cheese shops and not really for any of the cheeses but more for the meats and meat sticks. I jumped on yelp and found this place in the area and they were open on a Sunday because most are closed on Sundays. The building had the Swiss theme that can be found in the area which I was not expecting but very cool. I was greeted by an older gentleman as I walked in and I looked around the store and it is mostly cheese and very little meats. They had the regulars like wine, beer, condiments, clothing, lots of cheeses, sausages, pizzas, frozen sausages etc etc. After looking around I noticed they had very little meat sticks but I did find spicy beef sticks which had beef as the main ingredient. The veal brats were a no brainer since I love veal and once again veal is the main ingredient so I grabbed them because how often do you see veal brats. This is really a cheese shop first and foremost with some other products on the shelves but still a nice find because of the veal brats if nothing else. read more

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A great cheese store in the center of the cheese-making universe, Monroe Wisconsin. We made a brief stop during on all-day explore of Green county WI. With COVID closing down our favorite farmers market in Madison, we embarked on a full day road trip in search of artisanal goodness and this spot near Monroe fit the bill. It's quite large inside with hundreds of varieties of cheese at very reasonable prices. I ended up with at least 5 lbs of various delicacies. Definitely worth the drive read more

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This was our first trip to Monroe and this was our first stop. Super nice cheese shop with brats and other deli stuff also. Great prices. Good selection of Wisconsin nick knacks for gifts. Friendly service. Don't forget to check out the Bargain Bin for some great cheese deals! read more

This is my absolute favorite cheese store in ALL of Wisconsin and I make a special trip a couple of times out of the year! The proprietor Tony is a delightful part of the experience. It certainly doesn't hurt that Alp and Dell just so happens to be connected to my favorite (world award winning) cheese maker ROTH. You are able to work through a door in the shop and watch one of your new sure to be favorites being made! This delectable fromagerie has definitely got you covered in regards to all things queso or it might be better in this case to say fondue!!! The selection of local and international offerings just can't be beat and the prices are unbelievable for the quality and variety offered! And then there is a bargain bin where you are sure each and every time to discover a virtual treasure chest! My personal cheese Mecca and I cannot recommend it enough. A definite TO DO, must stop! read more

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Cute shop! Options! SQUEAKY cheese! The jellies are delicious. Polite staff. HELPFUL. read more

Alp And Dell - Cheese Shops Near Me - Monroe, Wisconsin

I'm a huge fan of this place- great selection- you're surely going to find something to try. When I'm in Wisconsin, I'm always going to opt for the local made cheese, but Alp and Dell does offer other brands to widen their selection. (you can clearly tell which ones are local) I think my last purchase was around $40- and that's me being conservative about my cheese. I could easily spend a ton of money trying all the different things. I do love the bin in the front that's like a big discount bin- you'll find random stuff here based on store inventory, but don't pass up at least looking! read more

Great place to find a variety of cheeses. Most of these are Wisconsin made cheeses. They also have a selection of other items including meats like beef logs and landejegers. I also liked that they had some local craft beersnto buy and liquor. Alp & Dell also has a deli counter where rhey habe sandiwches available. I didnt try any of these. If you pay close attention they have some bargain bin cheeses. The customer service was fair. When I went here recently, I was shopping with two other people. We spent over $150 between the three of us. One of my friends asked if we could have the special. Which was if you spend $75 or more then you get a free tote bag. The cashier.told her no and it wasnt in a nice way. She explained that in no uncertain terms could we get one tote unless one of us spent over the $75. I could have cared less about the tote howeber it was how we were told NO that was a real downer. I was happy with the selection of cheese that I was able to purchase from baby swiss, havarti to fresh cheese curds. I wanted to get some cheese fudge but I already had pounds and pounds of cheese. Maybe on my next teip. I read more

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Cheese lovers must make the pilgrimage here. The offerings from the Roth label are epic. Many are international award winners and there's lots of tasting available. They offer so many varieties. I really like the smaller pieces offered as a way to try more and spend less. This is an epic place. read more

I am told that this place is the best in Green County, which itself is a cheese standout among Wisconsin cheese-producing regions. So although I have nothing to which to compare it, I can say that this is a GREAT place to come for cheese. The bargain bins should have almost everything for which you might be looking, although perhaps not in the size that you have in mind. I wanted a bunch of little pieces of various cheeses to try, and the bargain bins supplied all but one, including Dill Havarti, Peppadew Havarti, Gruyere, and Fontina (both Swedish- AND Italian-style!). The regular cheese prices are entirely reasonable; stuff in the bargain bins is a steal! Peppadew havarti: A- Gruyere: C+, strangely bland Swedish-style Fontina: B+ Dill havarti: B, great on a turkey sandwich Smoked gouda: B-, the wedge that I brought home was sort of rough-tasting and a big disappointment compared to the awesome stuff that I sampled in the store Van Gogh: A, SO smooth and creamy, just slightly sweet and nutty, one of the best cheeses I've ever had. I ate an entire wedge of this stuff in two days and I have never been more than a cheese nibbler. If I ever make another trip to Monroe, I will be sure to stop in to get some Van Gogh and to try a few others. read more

If you are headed to Monroe to get the Wisconsin cheese experience, there are two must stops: the cheesemaking museum, and the Alp and Dell cheese store. You have to show up very early in the morning to see the cheese manufacturing facility in operation. But, if you go during other parts of the day, you can still view the operation through windows, read some very interesting information, and see a video about cheesemaking. On our visit, the cheese store owner took some time to show us around, explain variety of things about cheesemaking, and answer our questions. He is very passionate about his profession and made us feel like welcomed guests. The cheese store is outstanding! If you are going to purchase cheese in the Monroe area, this is the place to do it. We stopped at a couple of other cheesemaking/outlet locations and were disappointed in their offerings. Alp and Dell has an amazing selection of really outstanding cheeses and plenty of opportunities to get a taste before you buy. read more

Nice selection of a bunch of cheese - nothing more, nothing less. Maybe a few little snacks but cheese is king here. Sampling some of the products after the fact - very fresh and great tasting. Close to the highway so easy on/off. read more

This place is awesome. They have every kind of cheese you could ever imagine!!!! They also have cheese tours you can take to see the factory. They also sell more then cheese and have a variety of meats also. They have plenty of samples out for you to take also. read more

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CHEESE. cheese. ChEeSe. YUMMMMMMM!!!!! When some out-of-town friends came to visit Madison for the first time, the wife and I decided to give them a stereotypical Wisconsin experience. After going on a brewery tour, we took them to Alp & Dell because, well, what's more Wisconsin than beer and cheese? It was the first time my wife and I had gone, also, and we were not disappointed. There were at least 12 different types of cheese to taste, and MANY more varieties on the shelves waiting to be bought and savored at home. From Gruyere with beer cheese to chocolate cheese, and everything normal in between, Alp & Dell is a cheese-lovers paradise. Oh, and if you ask really nicely, they'll usually cut you a little taste of whatever cheese(s) they're currently packaging for sale. Don't forget to check out the discount bins for super-amazing deals on orphan cheeses. They also sell some great Wisconsin- and cheese-themed gifts and knickknacks, as well as some great cooking utensils and beers, so it really is a one-stop cheese-shop. read more

They fulfill all of my cheese needs and fantasies. Alp and Dell would be the one and only place to buy cheese in all of Green County. I have friends, old roommates, co-workers that request cheese when I come up to the area and I go straight here. My favorites include: aged cheddar (5 year), butter kase, smoked gouda, cheese curds and the Van Gogh cheese. Mmm...wish I had some right now! read more

This is a very nice cheese shop. Like others have stated, hitting the bargain bins is the way to go. We got quite an assortment of cheeses on our mini adventure. One cannot venture north of the Cheddar Curtain without returning with a boat load of cheese, so this is certainly a stop for any cheese lover visiting the Green County area. We got everything from Cheese curds to Limburger and then some. They also offer tours of their factory, but you need to call ahead to secure a spot. read more

What a great factory outlet cheese store. They have an amazing swiss selection and even have a raclette corner with an impressive variety of meltable goodness. They obviously have a great selection of the Emmi/Roth Kase family, but host some other cheeses from around the state. Prices are pretty good on the house brands, but the discount items are amazing, starting at $3.99/lb and up. Stop by and stock up! read more

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This store is right up the hill from my grandparents house, so this is the place my family would always hit up when in the market for some delicious Wisconsin cheese. Made fresh on site, this the store to not only buy your cheese (any kind you can imagine), but also observe how the cheese is made in the observation gallery. Also available? Cheese paraphernalia...cheese hats, ties, all you can handle cheese product. Cheeseheads are crazy... read more

I love this store! Owner Tony Zgraggen is a delightful host, he went out of his way to explain what, of the nearly 100 varieties of cheese the store offers, are made right there and what I could expect from each one. I brought home a selection of cheeses to try, and one is better than the last one. This is a terrific cheese store, in a cheese community where cheese stores abound, and is worth your time to find it! read more

Is a three hour drive worth it for some cheese? Most definitely! I try to go there when I visit my Aunt's farm because they have the best cheese selection ever and it is CHEAP. They also have various candies, summer sausages, and real honey and maple syrup but I strictly stick to the cheese. Of course their staff knows anything and everything about cheese which is a good thing becasue I normally leave that place with 3 or 4 cheeses that I've never heard of. They also make some custom made options like cheddar with horseradish and muenster with mushrooms. I try to limit myself to 10 minutes because it is the only way I won't spend a mortgage payment there. read more

Great cheese and wonderful customer service! It's a cute store just on the edge of town in Monroe. They sell Roth cheese that they make on site and sell some others brands as well. They also sell locally made sausages, wine and New Glarus Beer. They offer free tours of the cheese factory that conclude with a yodel from the owner and cheese maker Tony. It's a one stop shop for everything I love and I wouldn't come to Monroe without a stop at the Alp and Dell! read more

Delicious, cheap cheese, short drive from the Minhas brewery. If you're driving through Monroe, stop by here and the brewery (in reverse order) and you'll DEFINITELY have a good time. I know I'm repeating someone else's review, but: OMG CHOCOLATE CHEESE! read more

My wife and I found this place on our way up to the Dells. We were looking for a cheese place to stock up on some Wisconsin cheeses. It was a little bit out of the whey (heh heh) but the reviews and scenery helped make our decision, and we were glad we went. Not only do they sell their own various styles of cheeses, but have an eclectic variety from all over Europe and parts of Wisconsin. There's even some locally made sausages and wursts from farms a stones throw away. We were looking for some baby swiss and enlisted the help of the mustached gentleman behind the counter who also recomended some other cheese that were sadly destined for a cheese competition but because of the Covid, they were on sale for very reasonable prices. We picked up the sheep's milk soft cheese and a spicy brie style called Snap Dragon (my favorite). We will definitely go out of our way to come back and suggest you do the same. read more

Great tour experience because of the tour guides!! Friendly experience and really affordable cheese and trinkets! read more

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Today is 10-25-20. I was at this place a few days ago. The people there were unfriendly, unhelpful, and gave me an attitude. The entire staff are a bunch of assholes. read more

Bought some old and stale string cheese. That happens. I emailed them and told them what happened, and no reply. I'll buy my cheese elsewhere when in Monroe. read more

The most striking thing here is the sheer number of cheeses available and the reasonable prices. I was not able to take advantage of the daily tour at 10:00 am, but I did get the last slice of their world champion cheese, and was surprised that for its fame, it was not expensive. And it was in short an exquisite swiss variety. Soft, nutty and slightly creamy for a swiss. The name is GrandCru Surchoix, and the brand is Roth.Even they are out of that one, you can pick up a similar one which won second place. It is well worth the trip here to sample and stock up. Nice choice of wines, too. And as someone else here pointed out, just a real Wisconsin experience. Round it out by heading over to one of the local breweries. read more

We we're looking for a good homemade sandwich. Got that and more! The cheesemaker and proprietor, Tony Zgraggen, even yodeled while we were waiting to get our sandwiches made! It's a darling place that is definitely worth a stop. We will again for lunch and the tour of the cheese factory! read more

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They had a huge selection of meats, cheese samples. I tried Chocolate walnut cheese and it tasted delicious. The samples of cheese helped us pick out the cheeses we got. The self guided tour was great and had a video you could use to explain the cheese making process. We highly recommend a visit. read more

I would stop my review at: Chocolate Cheese--enough said..... but then Yelpers wouldn't know that the selection and prices cannot be beat. The Cheese Gods smiled when Alp and Dell opened its doors. read more

Best cheese shop we came across in the area. Incredible selection. Great prices. And the staff was the warmest of the bunch. Loved all the samples they had throughout the store too. Really helped along our selection process. We actually wish we had bought more here. We didn't know all the other cheese shops were going to be busts. read more

This is without question the best cheese store in Wisconsin. A big variety of offerings, both of their own manufacture at Roth and of other purveyors around the state, and the world for that matter. Whatever cheese type you are seeking, you will undoubtedly find a good example here. Alp & Dell has been our family's primary cheese provider for years now, and we have never been disappointed, and we are significant cheeseheads. If you have a question about a particular type, just ask, and samples are always available. On top of that, the prices are very reasonable, perhaps because of their proximity to the heart of Wisconsin's artisanal cheese community. Whether you are a tourist or a local, this shop is worth a stop. read more

Best place to buy cheese...... just the best selection and highest quality product. I love sampling the cheeses and yes! buying more than I need to bring home and share with my family. As local as it gets...... when in Green County remember to stop by and bring home some of the best Cheeses in the world..... read more

Our stop here was part of a post Thanksgiving family day. To sample Wisconsin's finest, we started by visiting the New Glarus Brewery and then headed down to the Alp and Dell for cheese. Based on the great reviews, we weren't disappointed. Great selection of cheeses. We appreciated the samples to try some different kinds. I would have liked to see cheese being made but we were there in the afternoon. Some displays to show how it is made would have been nice. We all bought a lot and enjoyed the cheese curds, cheese spread and summer sausage at our Badgers-Gophers tailgate the next day! read more