In the small town of Mineral Point , Wisconsin lies one of the most iconic cheesemakers in all of the world , Hooks cheese. Brought a small cooler along to secure our marvelous cheese purchased from hooks. Taking a day trip along the Mississippi River?If you're ever on highway one fifty one , make sure you stop in and acquire some cheese. And yes , the curds do squeak , everyone in wisconsin knows , if your kurds don't squeak their garbage. read more

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The son ordered up some cheese from this premium Wisconsin cheesemaker. They make 60 different types of cheese, with many being award winning. We had some of their triple play (sheep, cow, and goat that is) extra innings aged cheese and it was tip-top delectable. read more

Hook's Cheese - Yum... - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mineral Point, Wisconsin

The cheese is the best in Wisconsin. They have the best cheese curds and a super selection of all brands of cheese. One of the best businesses read more

I've had Hook's Cheese before, as they sell it at the Marchè in Glen Ellyn in the Chicago suburbs. When nearby for the American Players Theatre and looking for things to do, I figured a drive here would be something and it was only about 10 minutes away. This place is tiny! I wish I could have seen the cheese being made. I didn't realize they made blue cheese--apparently they make seven. Because I was traveling and knew it wouldn't make it back to Chicago intact, I skipped the blues and just got a a bag of fresh curds. They were so good and satiated my craving for something salty. The woman who helped me was very friendly and chatted me up about what brought me to town and whatnot. They charge a small surcharge for credit cards since they pay a fee to the company for the pleasure (that was sarcasm) of accepting them, but even though it's not a high fee I decided to go with cash. I'm glad Hook's brought me to Mineral Point because there's stuff happening in this town, and I want to come back. read more

If you want to experience award winning cheeses from the source in an unpretentious setting, this is the place to go. Hook's aged cheddars are legendary and they have many other fine products too. Visiting Mineral Point is a treat for the history and culture. Add in some of the finest cheese you'll ever taste and you've got an award winning road trip. read more

Hook's Cheese - a bag of food on a table - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mineral Point, Wisconsin

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Stopped in while doing the local art tour in town. We were sorry we missed the actual cheese making process. We checked out the cooler full of cheeses but opted for the freshly made cheese curds. They were still warm - we immediately dug in and they were squeaky fresh. Very good! We will have to look for their cheeses at the Farmer's Market here in Madison. read more

Got some blue cheese at the farmers market. Hands down best blue cheese I've ever had in my life!

I stopped by Hooks to check out the 20 year cheddar. I bought several blue cheeses also. Very freindly customer service. The cheese was wonderful. I feel the 20 year is to pricey. it's very good but just to high in price. Not worth it. read more

The cheese is amazing here! They've won numerous awards for the following cheeses: (I got these from their website) Colby - overall World Cheese Championship 1982 Ten Year Sharp Cheddar - 1st place @ 2006 American Cheese Society Show Blue Paradise - 2nd place @ 2012 American Cheese Society Competition Little Boy Blue - 1st place @ 2011 American Cheese Society Competition, 2nd place @ 2012 American Cheese Society Competition, 3rd place @ World Cheese Championship 2010 Gorgonzola - 2nd place @ World Cheese Championship 2010 We were able to stop in here on a Friday when they have fresh cheese curds. Delicious. It was great to be able to see the cheesemaking shop where the magic happens. The one downside was that the woman operating the store wasn't super friendly. Not unfriendly, but just a bit distant. I would have loved to hear more about their cheeses and how they make them from her. (Hence the loss of one star) read more

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Wonderful cheeses at good prices. They seem to specialize in aged cheeses, especially cheddars, and have some that use sheep and even goat milk. The day we went the woman greeting customers invited us to watch that day's cheese making through a viewing window, a nice surprise. She answered all our questions about the factory and the cheeses for sale. It was a great experience, and were very happy with every cheese we purchased. We will go back! read more

Hook's cheese is the real deal. Their collection of cheddar acts as a gateway drug to their other amazing cheese - from Triple Play to their library of bleu and gorgonzola. Overall, some of the best cheese in Madison. Their stand at the Madison farmer's market is sufficient for most people - prices are great and you can get any kind. The reason to go to the factory is to get room temperature cheese curds on Friday. Once they get refrigerated, they are never the same. read more

We've been ordering for years from Hooks. Their cheeses are absolutely incredible. On our most recent order there was a slight challenge that was almost entirely out of their control. The Hooks family was responsive and their customer service was amazing. Please support this wonderful small family business, you won't regret a purchase of their delicious products. read more

This review is not about the cheese, which is very good. Yet the experience of visiting the facility at Mineral Point is awful. You walk into the dairy and are immediately asked what you want. Well, there are a large number of cheeses listed on a white board above a rudimentary counter. How are you to know which one? Even if you have eaten Hook's cheese before, and done research, tasting is everything. But here, there is NO TASTING, which, at $12+ for some of the aged cheeses, is not good if you get it wrong. No help or advice was offered when I was there. Cash only as well. Oh.. if you want to taste ..wait until Saturday and drive to Madison at the farmer's market. Not much help if you live in Chicago and are there on Friday (the only day the Mineral Point shop is open). I know it's a small family business, but the prices aren't and you have to order at least 5lbs if you order online. You can buy limited stock, when they have it in Whole Foods in Chicago. But they really need to improve the experience. I was excited to visit and utterly let down. read more

Goooood cheese! The cheese curds didn't last more than a couple days, due to their extreme deliciousness and easy-open package. I can't recall ever having better cheese curds. We had their 3-year cheddar on a breakfast sandwich and it made the sandwich. We have 1-year cheddar, colby, and constantine (parm/asiago mix) in our refrigerator that we are looking forward to opening. We went to their business in Mineral Point. It is where the cheese is made, so we got to see that the staff looked happy (and where partaking of their efforts) and everything looked very clean. There is a small area where they sell cheese to the public, but do not offer any tasting. This place is popular with the locals--people kept popping in as we were eying the offerings. Note that only cash and checks are accepted. I think the prices were great for such exceptional cheese. The curds were $4/lb, and the 1-yr-cheddar $4.50 a pound. The aged cheese are more, of course, but way less than the same cheese sold in a fancy cheese shop. Yes, we saw their cheese in a fancy cheese stop for more like $20/lb (it was the more expensive aged cheddar, but still!). We are talking about a place in Wisconsin that stands out for good cheese. So, I repeat: gooooood cheese! read more

I'm not a big fan of most American Cheddar unless it's old. At least 4 years. I tried some of Hooks 15 year Cheddar at a local store. I bought it right then and there. I don't like the yellow color but I'll get over it. This cheese is top notch. Wonderfully sharp, melts in your mouth with lots of little protein crystals. I'm hoping my store will get in more varieties of their products. I can't imagine any of them being bad. read more

Curds are silly good but 6-Year Cheddar is crazy delicious. Some serious pride in-play with these folks and products they produce. Congrats! read more

The Best!! What a great selection and good prices to match! We have been ordering Hook's cheese for a few years now, and you cannot get any better! The aged cheddars are outstanding....we order a few different ages and have taste testings! We have enjoyed many of the cheeses are are looking forward to trying new ones like Sheep's Milk Gouda and FitzSulTon (a sheep's milk cheddar). We have visited Mineral Point, but we were not there on a day that the factory was open.....perhaps on another visit. Hook's cheeses make great gifts.....as my last order placed is for Christmas presents....17 pounds! Easy ordering on-line....no running from store to store! Thank you Tony & Julie!!! read more

We make the trek from Chicago several times a year to pick up 20lbs (that's not a typo) of the 10 year, award winning, cheddar from the Hooks booth at the Dane County Farmers Market. We're looking forward to visiting the factory in Mineral Point, too. My brother and sister-in-law got us hooked (pun intended) and now we're doing the same for friends and family. You can find their cheeses at some local markets (check their webpage for locations) and restaurants. Highly recommended! read more

Their pepper Jack is amazing. The rest of the cheeses are very very good too. Their cheese curds are a tad bland I usually have to add a dash of salt to give them some flavor but all their other cheeses are excellent. read more

Easy to find and lots of cheese in a glass refrigerator to choose from. The cheese is great, 5 stars! I can recommend the 7 year cheddar. I was hoping for a tour or tasting but these were not available, probably based on the low visitor traffic in Mineral Point, WI. Hook's was recently written up in Wine Spectator magazine. read more

You can believe all of these reviews, their cheeses are the best I've ever had. We live in Florida and ordered from their email address the first time. We mostly buy their 7 year cheddar which is to die for. Then last year we were in Rockford and drove up to Mineral Point to the factory so we could pick some up to take back in the plane. Just ordered another 5 pounds! read more

Hook's Cheese is consistently outstanding. I discovered them at the Madison farmer's market, and have been "hooked" ever since. I live in Maryland, and only visit Wisconsin occasionally to visit family, so have to arrange a "Care" package via Fedex now and then. The minimum order is five pounds, but that's not a problem for my family. My favorites are the ten and fifteen year aged cheddars, both of which are sublime, but am also fond of their blue. All their cheese is excellent. My most recent order arrived today, when the temperature here was around 93 degrees. Hook's packages their cheese in thick Styrofoam containers packed in newspaper inside of a larger cardboard box. There are plastic ice packs inside the Styrofoam. When the cheese arrived the ice packs were still cold and the cheese was perfect. If you're a native of Wisconsin like me, or just like fine cheese, give Hook's a try. read more

Based on Hook's white cheddar cheese with black truffles, we give this a miss and will have to head to WF instead. It doesn't even taste like cheddar--gummy texture. Bummer! read more

This cheese has ruined me for all other cheese. It's really quite great. The curds are fantastic and addictive. Seriously, they have so many great choices for quality cheese. Great to visit during the week when they are open. They are not open on Saturday, though, so be aware! They set up shop at the Madison Farmer's Market on Saturdays during market season. However, if you're in Mineral Point on a weekend and want some Hook's Cheese make sure you go across the street to 5-point cheese - nice variety available there. read more

If you want to get a GREAT small town experience come to Hook's on a Friday - when they're open. They've fixed their entrance so you walk into the "store" area and where they sell the freshest cheese curds you'll ever find - they squeak! You can also get a look-see of what a working cheese factory looks like. And their cheddar cheese is pretty good, too. Recommend! read more

We agree. This places makes great cheese. Their fresh curds are fantastic. And their Tilston is such a wonderful surprise. Worth going out of your way for! read more

We are so fortunate to have the Hook's in Mineral Point. Great!! Moved back to Mineral Point after being away for decades. Family would ship or bring their cheese when coming to the West Coast. Now we are regulars on Fridays when they are open to the public. Keep up your wonderful work! Thanks. read more