This store is cute, but this is Wisconsin and the bar for a good cheese store is fairly high. This…read moreplace did not clear that bar. Many grocery stores in Wisconsin have more extensive specialty cheese selections than the Cheese Castle. This place is 3 refrigerator sized coolers with cheese (and butter and meat). If looking for a wide variety of cheese, keep looking. If looking for a cute store with cheese and candy and such while in West Salem, than this certainly should be a stop you make. Ie, stop if in town, no need to go out of your way to stop, though.

We were on our way out of Wisconsin on a road trip when we realized we wanted to pick up some…read moreWisconsin cheese and that's when we looked up the nearest place to get some and Le Coulee Cheese Castle came up! I'll be honest, I was a little unsure about what we were going to come across when we pulled off the highway into this town, but I'm so glad we stopped into Le Coulee. It was such a nice little shop with a great selection of cheese (and crackers!!!) and other gift-shop type things. The man working (who may have been the owner?) was so incredibly kind and helpful. We left feeling so satisfied that we got our Wisconsin cheese at the recommendation of a cheese-shop owner and had such a pleasant experience there!

This spot basically checks all the boxes: good, reasonably priced sandwiches, great service and…read moresuper cute vibes. The interior is well designed, and the outdoor seating is pleasant. We ordered the BLTT and prosciutto parma. Both were solid, but we preferred the BLTT. The sandwiches are well constructed -- would be good picnic sandwiches! I enjoyed the bread -- it has integrity without being too hard to bite through. The BLTT is an elevated BLT with turkey, and the basil mayo and saba (which I believe adds a sweetness) are a nice touch. I loved that they didn't skimp on the prosciutto in the prosciutto parma, and the sharp tanginess from the slaw was a nice contrast to the fatty prosciutto and ricotta -- though some bites were just a bit too acidic, making the BLTT our preference. All the ingredients tasted high quality and well thought out. The BLTT was $12 and the prosciutto parma was $13, which might be on the higher end for sandwiches but not unreasonable for a meal, especially considering how good the ingredients are, in my opinion. I'd definitely return to try their other options, too!

Second time here and it blew us away even more!…read more We have gotten the BLTT, Prosciutto de Parma, and the Spicy Italian. All were some of best sandwiches I've had. The BLTT was our favorite of the three, but all blew us away! Scallion potato salad is great too. I love that the meat is local and so much of their sauces and everything are homemade which we always appreciate. Service is always friendly and restaurant is always clean. Fun to browse their unique and local grocery items while you're waiting for your food. They also have some good Happy Hour deals! For special dietary needs: they have gluten free bread and you can make any sandwich into a salad (for keto, gf, etc).

People's is a beacon of light in La Crosse, WI. It's a medium sized co-op off of King and 5th, with…read moreminimal parking to the side of the building, but extra parking behind the building near the bank. Be careful though, there are signs that designate certain parking spots for bank customers only. On the outside, it's not overly impressive but as always, it's what's on the inside that counts. When you walk in, the fresh produce (local if available, organic and conventional options all abound) is the first thing you see. Nestled inside of the produce department is a generous salad bar, where you can build your own salad from a serious array of veggies, proteins and toppings for about $6 a pound. Not a bad deal if you're on the run or at the store and don't feel like cooking tonight! There's also an aisle solely dedicated to bulk foods, and their selection is completely impressive. Take a stroll down that aisle before settling on anything pre-boxed or pre-bagged. Make sure you take one of their provided stickers and write the PLU (provided on the dispensing canisters) on the bag for the person at the check out! They've got your standard fare (cereals, canned items, household cleaning items), but with an eye to what's organic, local, environmentally friendly etc. Their meat and dairy department is amazing, and you can pick up farm fresh eggs that are locally grown and harvested for just under $4 a dozen. I purchased some ground beef that was locally raised and grass fed, and it was exceptional. There's a fantastic deli department with pre-made items, a bakery that can definitely get you in trouble, and a wine and beer aisle with a cold side if you're in a hurry. There's even a section for essential oils and charcoal soaps and things of that nature. The best part is, you don't need to be a member to shop here. Membership is encouraged at about $100 or so a year, and you get special savings that way. I recommend the co-op to everyone I come across!

Good produce, deli, and baked goods. We always get some of the bulk coffee…read more Clerks are friendly and staff is very helpful.

Always a joy to shop here every season but spring is the best!!! Beautiful perennial plants and fun…read moreannuals!

LaCrescent, Wi. Drove by and stopped in bc it looked cute and substantial. It was a bit chilly, and…read morefelt like fall, which was wonderful. They have more than 10 varieties of apples, which you can sample before you buy. Very thoughtful. I do wish you could buy smaller quantities, like 1 or 5 of a type. They were giving a free bag of apples to Veterans on Veterans Day, which was very nice. They also sell cups of hot apple cider, which was wonderful. We bought some strawberry rhubarb cream cheese that we thought had a bit too much sugar bc it was more like frosting, but it was wonderful frosting! Cute gift shop, kitchen tools, cheese, meat sticks, wood work. Just a great place. Will make it a stop on our trips to visit mom. Open year round at 8am.

We visited family in town and enjoyed a pizza night at this restaurant. Despite being packed with…read morecustomers, the place was impressively clean, and the staff handled the busy crowd well. The atmosphere for dining in was basic, but the cleanliness and efficiency stood out. The pizzas were exceptional--bursting with unique flavors and cooked perfectly. I highly recommend trying this pizza shop. I'll definitely return on a future visit!

Pizzeria Dolorosa was exactly what I need after a long shift. I ordered the burrata pizza and it…read morewas perfectly crisp, cheesy and delicious. The pizza came out very quick and the restaurant itself was clean and tidy. There was ample seating and the space was clean and tidy. The restaurant has a door that opens right into the theatre next door so this would be the perfect place to stop before heading into a movie.

Products are great but some of the stall needs a personality. If you're not willing to offer…read moreservice with a smile on your face then you need to find a different job.

I love stopping in when we're in the area. Best beef jerky in the state hands down. Maybe even the…read morebest in the country - prove me wrong! They have coolers of prepackaged meat snacks, cheeses and cases of various meat in different cuts for cooking up at home. This place is top notch and the workers are super friendly and knowledgeable. Not just "hey there tourist" friendly, but genuinely so. If you keep an ear open you'll hear that they aren't having the same scripted conversation with every customer. I find that endearing and it makes me feel more appreciated. The store is fairly large and full of enticing tourist traps like more cheese, candy, wine, sodas, beer and other items. But it's not done in a kitschy sense, more like carefully curated vignettes of interest. Do I fall for these? You betcha! But I mostly budget for all the beef jerky I can carry. Seriously. I found out that I can order online to have it shipped to my house. I wept a little with joy. So, do I recommend that you make a special trip to the Holmen Meat Locker for beef jerky? Absolutely I do. And while you are there feel free to purchase some of their other offerings.

Visiting The Pearl felt like a summertime classic. You can tell there were many regulars along with…read morenewcomers like us coming to The Pearl. The line moves very quickly, so don't worry when you see it. After about a 10-minute wait, we were so excited to see all of the flavors and the old school interior decor. We ended up getting their seasonal special Banana Blondie on a sugar cone, and it was so good! This was truly some of the best ice cream I had ever had, and it really hit the spot. You can tell the ice cream is made fresh, and you can even see them making the waffle cones as you are waiting on line. Plus, the staff here were all so kind and sweet. Definitely come visit The Pearl if you are in the area! It is definitely worth your while.

It is highly recommended by the locals in La Crosse, WI. Prices are reasonable, and service is…read moregreat. The staff who serve you ice cream are also baristas or candy makers because it's three stores in one, with walls dividing each room.

Got the sweet mother of Parm and oh what a flavorful delight!!! Piping, hot and crispy with yummy…read moreseasoned fries. Highly recommended.

Awesome service. Fun atmosphere. I had a buffalo chicken sammy with tots and my husband had the…read morehefty hog with tots. We both agreed they were top 5 sandwiches we'd ever eaten. Great flavor. The tots were also delicious. Can't wait to come back!