I have bought several of Penzey's spices in Northern Ca. and have been pleased. While in…read moreWisconsin, I discovered that this is their Headquarters. So, I had to go check out their store. Huge space with their warehouse adjacent in a very large parking lot near a huge Target store in Wauwatosa about 15 minutes from Milwaukee. Multiple smells as there are a jillion different seasonings to choose from!!! You grab a basket upon entering the store & I was quickly greeted by a friendly sales clerk. Asked her a few questions while there & she was extremely helpful in explaining different options.... Bought a few bottles as gifts Wide variety of curries, chile powders, taco seasonings,cinnamons & the list goes on & on. These aren't inexpensive seasonings but tasty & they make nice gifts as they have gift boxes there.

I can't give zero stars so one star it is...recently placed an order and included with the order…read morewere a couple of samples that I did not request including a "Transgender Remember" vanilla sugar packet. This was unexpected and the anti-conservative hate speech on the back of the packet is highly upsetting/offensive. Asked customer service if I could return for a full refund and was told "the socio-political messaging on certain products and our website is a core part of our business" and that I had to eat the return shipping cost. Highly disappointed that Penzey's refused to do the right thing in this situation, and would rather lose a long time fan of your spices over the owner's personal socio-political beliefs - which have no place in a business model. As a customer I do not force my beliefs on you as a business owner, and I expect the same in return.

I found Penzeys when I lived in Madison 45 years ago and have never looked back! I was very excited…read moreto find a store about 5 minutes from my house in Brookfield when I moved here 10 years ago. The assortment of spices is amazing & the folks that work there all seem to be cooks, which I love because if you open the door a crack you can pull some great information from them! The store is always spotless, well attended and shelves full. I also love the kids artwork that is displayed at different times! The only thing I wish is BP would keep his political views to himself. My parents taught me to never talk politics or religion to anyone unless they were close friends and we agreed. I am 80 yrs. young & my best friend loves Penseys spices but I can guarentee she would never buy a spice from Penseys again if she knew his political views. That would make me sad!

Great store that is very clean and well laid out. The staff are always friendly and greeting you…read morewhen you walk in. I also don't know a time when I've not had a staff person ask if I need anything. They have a great selection of spices and seasonings, including many of their blends. I've really liked the Ruth Ann seasoning and Fox Point. They offer a lot of great deals and coupons via email. It can be pricier but the quality is worth it and you can usually save with their promotions.

Penzey's is my go to place for spices. The store is nicely organized and each spice includes a…read moredescription of the spice, how to use it and a jar you can smell the spice. Spices come in a variety of sizes. I like the small trial packets for a spice I am not sure I will like. They also have herbs, peppers and rubs. The staff are helpful, knowledgeable, but not overbearing. They have premade gift boxes, which always makes a nice gift. I have gifted their products several times over the years. Their products are high quality and I will continue to try a different spice each time I visit.

Service wasn't great. Spices were OK. I think the spice house has better stuff. Don't think I will…read morecome back or recommend.

Stopping into Penzeys on a whim while visiting Milwaukee, I was excited to exit with a bag full of…read moregoodies for myself and to give to friends as a gift. The person working on this particular Saturday afternoon (April 4th 2026) was so helpful as they made helpful recommendations while sharing about their faves. No pressure, just like shopping with a fun friend! I love that the store has tester samples that enable shoppers to get a vibe for the mixtures of seasonings via a sniff. I loved that they had some sale items ($1/small jar) because it enables one to test it out and maybe head back to get a larger size if they wanted to make the spice a kitchen staple. Even when not on sale for $1, the small sizes available are perfect for testing it out in the kitchen. The layout of the store is neat, with everything well-organized. This is a very fun shop to browse while adding to a spice collection.

I recently visited the downtown location with my mom. It's a nice big open space, filled with…read morelight. I'm not sure I understand how everything is organized there, but they did have everything we wanted in stock. The person working wasn't particularly friendly or unfriendly, she was just there. The sales are always good. Personally, I respect and appreciate their political and ethical stance. The biggest downfall to this location is the lack of parking. If only they had a lot... Downtown Milwaukee street parking is such a crapshoot on any day.

I stopped in at Penzeys looking for saffron and left learning so much more than I expected. The…read moremoment you walk in, you're greeted by the smell of spices, and it's hard not to spend a little extra time browsing. They have such a great selection that it almost feels like a candy store for anyone who loves to cook. The two ladies working were incredibly helpful and took the time to explain the differences between the two saffron varieties they carried. They had a Spanish saffron and a newer Afghan saffron that the owner had recently brought into the store. They described the Spanish saffron as having a sweeter, more floral flavor with a lighter aroma, while the Afghan saffron was bolder, earthier, and much more aromatic. I was specifically looking for saffron to make tea as part of my overall wellness routine, and after talking through what I was hoping for, we decided the Afghan saffron was the better fit. I've been really enjoying it. You only need about four to seven strands steeped in hot water, and it slowly turns the tea into a beautiful golden yellow color. The flavor is subtle and smooth without being overwhelming, making it a relaxing drink to sip in the evening. What stood out most wasn't just the quality of the products, but the customer service. They genuinely took the time to answer my questions, share their own opinions, and help me choose what fit my needs instead of simply pointing to me toward a shelf. I'll definitely be back to explore more of their spices. If you've never been to Penzeys before, it's absolutely worth stopping in. Even if you only need one ingredient, you'll probably leave with a few new ideas and a little more knowledge than when you walked in.

I love Penzys. 98% of the spices in my pantry are from Penzys, and have been for well over 20…read moreyears. I sometimes buy their gift boxes for family because I want them to love Penzys spices too! Prices are reasonable and the quality is impeccable. The potency lasts much longer than any store brand or the famous red-capped spice company. Additionally, Penzys has many whole spices which last even longer as I can grind up only what I need. They also sell jars for storing spices, cookbooks, etc. I've been to other locations, but the 74th St location is my closest shop. I can't even remember when they moved in but it's always been well maintained and well stocked. Herbs and spices up front, baking goodies in the back. I love the little kitchen nook that baking items are displayed on, reminds me of my grandmas kitchen. They are staffed by friendly and helpful employees who love cooking and baking as much as everyone else. Don't hesitate to ask questions or for suggestions. Penzys also has sales a couple of times per year. Sometimes it's free items with a specific purchase amount, sometimes a discount.

I needed to kill a little time between stopping at Hewn and picking up some groceries from Jewel,…read moreso I stopped to wander Central Street for a bit. I'm glad I had the opportunity to stop into The Spice House today! When I came in there was an employee standing right near the front who asked if I needed anything, and though they didn't have the item I asked about (a brine bag--Thanksgiving is fewer than three weeks away!), I wandered around a bit anyway. I picked up some vanilla bean paste (I use this in place of vanilla extract), cinnamon maple sugar, some broth concentrate, and a bag of crystalized ginger. That brought me above their threshold for getting a free flat-pack item so I chose some Back of the Yards spice, which is part of their Heritage Collection. The woman who checked me out said that it tastes good as a rub but it's also great in potatoes and stuff. I'm looking forward to tasting it because it sounds delicious... I just wish they had a Ravenswood or Lincoln Square one too! The Heritage Collection is a line of spices created to be reminiscent of various neighborhoods--Pullman, Back of the Yards, Central Ave., etc. Cool idea to celebrate the city and its environs! Staff were really friendly. They also appear to have a tasting bar; I didn't really understand what it was until I was about to leave and saw some folks being offered tasted of stuff. I don't know if I would have wanted to taste what they had out there (though the Greektown spice did sound interesting!) but next time I stop in I'd love to have the chance to do so because it definitely can be intimidating to buy spices you haven't used before, or those for which you have no frame of reference (like the Heritage Collection ones that are made particularly for this store). If I made one suggestion, it would be to have a few recipes here or there. for some of the spices, especially some of those that might not be part of the standard spice cupboard/might be a bit more intimidating than others. They do have suggestions on some of them but I wouldn't mind adding to my recipe collection!

The Spice House has every spice you need and ones you didn't know you needed. I was a bit…read moreoverwhelmed with so many options. The staff were so helpful and were extremely knowledgeable. They had a section of Chicago themed spices that were intriguing and also could be a nice gift. There so many unique spices and excited to try them.

Love these products ! So much fresher than grocery store bought. Sales people so knowledgeable and…read morehelpful in this store also.

Fresh spices and corporate values I can support. Make your baking & cooking this holiday season…read moreeven more impactful.

Super helpful service and an unparalleled selection of artisinal oils and vinegars. Kay's products,…read morelike her Meyer Lemon olive oil and succulent fig Modena balsamic, have become staples in my pantry. Recently, I needed to restock and Oak Park Avenue was completely torn up in front of her store. Kay delivered my order to my door in Forest Park with her own car and said she was happy to do it. How about that?

After deciding to improve my dinner salads, I contacted Olive & Well. I wouldn't eat a salad for…read moredinner if I didn't like it, so quality ingredients matter a lot. I love their single varietal olive oils from around the world, and also the balsamic vinegars. There's no need to put them in a jar to shake and emulsify, I just put them on the salad. Delicious!

Ordered online from the Spice house and was so thrilled to see they are Chicago based- so when I…read morevisit family I could come! We spent so much time in this store sampling spices (which is a great perk of going in store), and getting to try the different varieties. The spice merchants were also super nice and helpful in having us try ones we wouldn't have thought of based on our flavor palettes.

A magical store filled with inspiration for cooks, grill masters, bakers and adventurous eaters. I…read morehad a specific list and a salesperson was efficient in tracking down 5 items and explaining the difference between two kinds of mustard seeds. The store has cute boxes made for four bottles if you want to put together a theme as a gift. Prices weren't out of line with what I'd expect to pay in a supermarket, maybe a dollar more per bottle.

Ready to spice things up? This purveyor of herbs and spice blends at the end of the Milwaukee…read morePublic Market is worth taking a look at! We bought a couple of things including a delicious maple popcorn sprinkle that makes me want to eat nothing but popcorn. Staff is milling around ready to help. This was a busy spot (popular products + the turnaround for the market); they could stand to have about twice the space!

I love fun spices. The Spice House has fun spices and regular spices. Located inside the Milwaukee…read morePublic Market, it's easily accessible. There is a huge selection of spices, and when I went, there was a sale. Cool! There are some nice spice mixes to use for fish, veggies, meat, poultry, basically anything you can imagine. I bought one a Tuscan herb blend, then I know I'm going to have to go buy more because it is perfect for grilled veggies. I also got a spicy hot mix for Christmas presents. I'm not about to try that one. There is basically something for everyone. I do want to go to their bigger store. They also sell online.