Walking into Marche feels like stumbling into a charming little French market you almost don't want to tell people about because selfishly... you want it to stay your secret. I had the pimento dip, the 3 cheese breadsticks, and the baguette with fig spread and honestly considered canceling the rest of my day and just living there. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtful, and ridiculously good. The bread was perfect, the cheeses were rich and flavorful, and the fig spread with the baguette deserved its own fan club. The drinks absolutely held their own too. The Summer Spritz was crisp and refreshing, while the sangria came in with a polite smile and then quietly reminded me to respect it because wow, it was strong and delicious. Beyond the food and drinks, the whole place has this warm, beautiful French market vibe that feels cozy, elevated, and welcoming all at once. Great atmosphere, amazing flavors, and the kind of spot that makes you start planning your next visit before you've even paid the bill. Highly recommend. read more

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I love Marche we come here all the time whenever we're craving high-quality cheese. I love the French fromagerie vibe. They have so many different cheese options and new ones every time we come here. Don't be afraid to ask for samples if you're unsure! They'll gladly cut you a tiny piece to try. We love to buy the cheese to take and create our own charcuterie board at home, but we've also gotten theirs at the store to eat. You can pick 4 cheeses or meat for $20. They also sell everything else you might need to create a charcuterie board, like wine, jams, chocolate, bread, and crackers. I still need to try one of their sandwiches. read more

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If you are ever in Glen Ellyn, you must stop in! The staff is not only super friendly, they are extremely knowledgeable and helpful in finding exactly what you need! The store itself is a little small but they have seating outside which is phenomenal during the warmer months! They have a variety of different cheeses, sandwiches, crackers, and drinks! The store itself is clean and inviting and very well organized. I have ordered a few baguettes and they are extremely fresh! Their fog spread is absolutely one of my favorites to pair with a baguette. I decided to try the prosciutto sandwich and I am so happy I did as it is extremely fresh and flavorful! Highly recommend stopping in as they also have cheese boards and gift boxes! read more

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There is something so quaint and cozy about this wonderful wine and cheese shop! We were introduced to Marche by some friends, and now we make monthly trips to stock up on all of our dips, meats, & cheeses! I love how adventurous you can be. The kind staff is always giving out samples and asking how they can help if you're unsure what you like. They introduced us to some fabulous French wine last time, which we usually never drink! The sandwiches are also fantastic - the Serrano is the BEST!!! read more

As you walk in, you can't help but feel as if you were transported straight to the heart of Paris. From the decorations to the cheese, every last detail makes it feel authentic. Everyone is always super kind and helpful! Which, really adds to the cozy French feel. They have seating indoors and outdoors. And, everything is sparkling clean! I've tried so many of there different cheeses, cured meats, breads, and sandwiches over the years. That, I can honestly say that it's all incredibly delicious! I've even stopped in for a glass of wine. Which, was incredible as well! Everything is perfect here! Also, if you're looking for anything to add to your charcuterie board. They'll have it here! From crackers, to chocolate covered almonds, to any cheese or cured meats thatthat you can think of. They have it all! So, stop by and enjoy yourself. You won't regret it. read more

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Fun place to explore. Staff is friendly. Offer advice AND samples. Will be back fur charcuterie board soon. For today, a cheese plate to go. Limited seating for glass of wine and sandwich. read more

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The food was delicious and Molly was extremely knowledgeable and you can see how much she loves her job

My husband, two adult daughters and myself attended the Building a Cheese Board class. It was an AWESOME class. The class was taught by Linda and Dan. They were both so knowledgeable about how to build a perfect board, quantities you need, and what cheeses and extras went on the board. They taught us how to fold the meats and cut the cheese properly. When they finished their board, we got to try what we learned and create our own board. Not only was it delicious, but so fun. Wine was included too. Here's a photo of our finished product. We will for sure try again to build our own board, but for convenience, we will most likely order one of their beautiful boards! Thanks Marche for a great evening! read more

Marche - The board we created! - Cheese Shops Near Me - Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Delicious bites & interesting wines accompanied by not-snooty education on both. I bought this experience as a birthday gift for a family member and it was as special as I had hoped. read more

Marche is a small gourmet market and cafe. They have giant jars of olives and some unusual sandwiches. My favorite is the tuna with lemon anchovy dressing and chopped olives and capers. read more

Really loved this little shop in Glen Ellyn. I was craving some nice cheese but it's pretty unbelievable that in all of Chicago there is maybe one fromagerie? There may be some shops that have a cheese case, but Pastoral has closed, Provenance was gone years ago, and even Marion Street Cheese Company in Oak Park closed several years back. When I visited Marche a couple months ago they had limited the number of people in the store at any time. They had a plexiglass divider up by the register as well, which I appreciated. They offer cheese plates, and had cheese plates to go at that time; I got one and it was quite delicious. They offer classes, one of which I'd love to attend when I'm feeling much more confident about being around others outside my household for any significant length of time. And they have what they call Culture Club, which is like a cheese of the month (or whatever timeframe) club, and I may join it sometime... but that depends upon whether I want to pay for shipping, because I don't think I want to put ~60 miles on my car each month just to pick it up. But what I had was delicious, so it would be a fun way to learn about different delicious cheeses. I'm completing this review in November 2021, a few months from my first visit to the shop this past April. I've been a couple more times and picked up more cheeses and accompaniments than I did the first time. I was introduced to Mimolette, a fantastic hard cheese (of which I bought a pound and had them wrap in four packages so I had some to eat throughout the month). Delice de Bourgogne is a fantastic triple cream cheese--I didn't even think I liked that type of cheese. They post a new "cheese of the week" on their Instagram (and probably Facebook, if they have that) page, which is 20% off for that week! Their chef makes a to-die-for sour cherry compote that is so good all by itself, but amazing with the right cheese. Similarly, the chef makes a fig jam that was another surprise; I didn't realize that could be good! Wine, cheese, and cheese accessories. You will find your happy place here. Review 597 - November 18, 2021 #ThankYouThursday2021 read more

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Marche offers a delightful fare for dine-"in" or carry out as well as a vast assortment of accoutrements for your next gathering. The atmosphere is pleasant, the staff is friendly, and the food is tasty. I was surprised to find that I have not yet reviewed Marche as I have visited them on a few occasions for carry out lunch, dinner, and a charcuterie board. Their hot sandwiches are delicious and I have not met a bad one yet. In fact, their current month-of-April sandwich, The Grilled Cubano, is fantastic - I've had it twice already! Additionally, the ordering process for a charcuterie board is simple and the staff can help provide great guidance. We've done it once but are itching to have more! The friendly staff rounds out the picture and makes this a simply wonderful local business. It is places like this that make Glen Ellyn a truly wonderful town. Given we live just a short walk away I can see us coming back again and again in the future and I encourage you to delay no more if you have not yet been. read more

I don't drink wine, but their sandwiches are exceptional. I don't know anyone that doesn't love their pimento dip.

The artichoke sandwich is my absolute new favorite sandwich! It's amazing with the perfect baguette, creamy lemon goat cheese, tomato sun dried pesto and basil. Perfect food for a picnic. Cheese selection is amazing. read more

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I ordered a charcuterie board for 20-30 people. It was absolutely STUNNING. I got so many compliments and questions about where it came from! It was hands the BEST charcuterie board I have ever had. The cherry confit( might be called sour cherry confit?) was absolutely delicious. Placing the order online was easy and it was ready within 48 hours AND one of the staff members carried it out to my car. Will absolutely use them for future gatherings and when I'm craving anything yummy! Oh and it came with 3 huge baguette breads highly highly Recommend!! read more

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The staff is very knowledgeable about the products they sell and the cheeses and meats are delicious! We loved our lunch there!

Everything was excellent Good food great service and nice ambiance. Would go back in a heartbeat. read more

Great selection! Love to use their items in cooking. A bit pricy but super tasty! Yay!

We love Marche. We love what Jill has accomplished in this business, at nearby Marcel's, and in the town overall. If you aren't a local this place is worth your trip! read more

Marché an oasis of fine cheeses and charcuterie. I value the people who run this outpost because they stock unusual and hard to find cheeses. Excellent line up of exotic goat cheese, French Roquefort from the finest makers and domestic short run beauties as well. Some of the best salumi I've found is in here. Have not tried the sandwiches but the line up on the menu is super appealing. An asset to Chicagoland! read more

I'm partial to this little cheese/sandwich/charcuterie shop, which also offers classes. They also appear at the local Glen Ellyn farmer's market. In addition to various cheese cuts, you can get a little cider, a crusty baguette, sandwiches, various meat products I know nothing bout, made-to-order sandwiches, raclette, or even a whole quiche (at $30, a bit pricey but I'm sure it's nice). I've taken two classes here, did one on-line, and have picked up various hot and cold sandwiches and cheese boxes (highly recommended). If you're vegetarian, do let them know if you're taking a class even if it seems irrelevant: they do sometimes pop in extra charcuterie at unexpected times (extra noshes are nice). The online descriptions for boxes do call out any meat products in the boxes; you may need to insist a bit if customizing a box or a class to get a vegetarian substitute (some almonds? a little more fruit?) instead of just the base item sans meat. Daytime parking's kind of awful; after 6 so you can use the train station lot a block away. read more

Love this place and its many tasty cheese offerings--like a recent reviewer, I'm astounded that there are so few fromageries remaining in Chicagoland. I've reviewed Marche before for its tasty cheese boxes and crusty baguettes and wanted to update that review with a comment on the expansion of their wine selection. They carry many more wines than they used to, which is nice when you're running out the door with the cheese and bread--it's one stop delicious shopping. Please keep stocking the Sancerre! read more

I just did another class at Marche last night & can't say enough good things. Interesting wines, great pairings, new foods and knowledgable staff make it always a great night. And quite a diversity of classes! I look forward to the next one! read more

Had a cheese making class here last night. A group of four of us signed up a few weeks back and really enjoyed our time. It was a hands on course and made mozzarella and burrata. I will have to say the instructors were absolutely fabulous and very friendly. They were very engaging and made the whole class very enjoyable. We were a little surprised that we were making the cheese from already made curds, which kind of felt deceiving. Basically you're taking the cheese curds in warm water to soften, add a little salt, and form them into balls of mozzarella. Now I wouldn't really categorize this as learning how to make cheese, but we did enjoy ourselves. A definite plus to the class was the endless amount of wine getting poured. Not to mention when the learning was done a nice charcuterie plate was brought out with a couple of the cheeses we just made. Would I take the class again? Sure, but for the wine and engaging conversation with your group of friends and the instructor. Before we went into the basement for the class, our group ordered a charcuterie board and glasses of wine. They have boards on their menu, with accompaniments to add to them. The standout add on was the cherry preserves which seemed to pair well with all of the cheese. Picture of the board included. I'd definitely stop back in for a charcuterie board as an appetizer before a meal somewhere else in town. Or if you aren't that hungry, makes for a great snack. read more

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Picked up a lovely picnic to enjoy at the Arboretum a couple days ago - we had the Serrano Ham and the Artichoke Lemon Ricotta Sandwiches. Excellent! We will definitely do it again. read more

If you want to pamper yourself and be introduced to some of the best wines, cheeses, and other gourmet foods, Marché in downtown Glen Ellyn should be top of your list. I recently enjoyed a delightful menu of brunch dishes based on award winning cheeses along with sparkling rosé and brut wines. The host and chef were warm and welcoming and happy to answer any questions from the small group present. There were accommodations for a group of four as well as couples who came together. I went alone and was quite comfortable with my table partner. It felt more like a small party than a "class". If a class isn't your thing, you won't be disappointed in the sandwich and cheese offerings to try there or take home. As an added bonus, a 10% discount was offered to those attending. read more

Attended the Cheese Monger's Kitchen Cheesy Fall Bites class last night led by Lauren and it was amazing. The class was informative but also extremely positive and upbeat. Lauren put together beautiful appetizers that touched every taste bud. I can't wait to do another class soon. Such a great time. read more

Molly, the cheesemonger, was outstanding! Her knowledge of cheese was thorough and heartfelt! Her presentation touched on the nuances of the cheeses and the producers behind them. Highly recommend! read more

High quality cheese, gourmet sandwiches in a charming shop in downtown Glen Ellyn! Staff is knowledgeable and gives helpful recommendations. Custom cheese boards (order 24-48 hrs in advance) are awesome for get togethers at home. read more

Love the concept here. This was my first visit but I definitely plan on venturing back soon. I don't know much about fancy cheeses and what not but there is no such thing as too much cheese. We ordered one of the boards you can easily pick from the pre-selected list. I was impressed. The wine I chose accompanied the selections quite well. The ambiance is that of a corner style cafe which I enjoyed. There is not a lot of seating but I believe this particular aspect gives it uniqueness. read more

Marche - Global cheese board! - Cheese Shops Near Me - Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Bought a large board for a party and it was exquisitely presented and absolutely delicious. Love having this local gem in Glen Ellyn. Thank you! read more

Marche - Large charcuterie board. Came with three large baguettes. - Cheese Shops Near Me - Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Ordered a charcuterie board online (with cutting board). It's a little steep, but completely worth it. Amazing presentation! As I was leaving the shop picking it up, I was approached by a group of people asking if they could go with me to where I was headed. read more

Stopped into Marche on a Thursday night before going to dinner. They had a free wine tasting, where we could taste three sparkling wines each paired with a different cheese! Perfect amount for a tasting and the man was very friendly in telling us about each one. Portell wine with goat cheese, Bollicine Rose with salami-wrapped raw milk cheese, finished with a sweet wine and amazing Brie on toast with jam! I would definitely go back - good variety and adorable shop! read more

Marche - Our free Thursday night sparkling wine tasting! - Cheese Shops Near Me - Glen Ellyn, Illinois

Best selection of cheeses. Staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. Wines available are very good. Sandwiches are delicious - Not a lengthy selection but what they serve is first rate. Highly recommend sitting outside enjoying a glass of wine and a charcuterie board. read more

Good wine and cheese! Dog friendly outdoor space during nice weather. Nicely decorated space - great gathering spot to meet up with friends. read more

Marche - Cheese Shops Near Me - Glen Ellyn, Illinois

It was delicious! the cheese the meat and all the snacks we taste was special and fresh. I bought home goat cheese and prosciutto. You can feel that its all high quality food. Import from Europe. I give 4 stars because they don't have enough tables and places to seat.. we was standing while we were eating and it still was an amazing experience. read more

I picked up a meat and cheese tray from here and would definitely do it again!!! Wonderful presentation on a beautiful wood board, and the meat, cheese, and all other fixings were delicious!! Super easy to order online and select your pickup date and time! read more

Boutique cheese monger with specialty meats and cheeses (charcuterie and Fromage) from around the world and close to home. This delicious nugget is worth its weight as the service and selection is prime. French bread is fantastic! Ask for a great bottle of wine with your cheese order. Highly recommend. Mouth watering just typing this review! Gets busy because THAT good! read more

Wow! I can't Recommend this place enough. Steven came to do a wine tasting at our house for my Mom's 70th birthday. My family was so impressed with the event and the wines and cheese/meat board that he brought. They were easy to work with and made it stress free. Thanks Marche! read more

We love this place. The selection of cheeses is not overwhelming, and we always find something a little special and tasty. We enjoy getting something for our home cheese boards, and also enjoy a cheese board and cava inside. There is not much seating in the winter; I wish there was more so we could be more certain of a space when we want to go. I also would like a bit more variety or flexibility with the cheese boards. read more