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Specialties
Cheese, cheese and more cheese! Sausage, Bloody Mary’s, Cheese Bread, Cheese Curds, Kringle, Wisconsin Craft Beers, Wisconsin Wines and Gourmet Foods!
History
Established in 1947.
Mario and Martha Ventura purchased an old school house on a dirt road that connected Chicago and Milwaukee. They converted it into a roadside stop, small diner and deli with a selection of cheeses and meats. After a few years, the store burned down and was rebuilt, only this time, adding a sign to attract travelers. Years passed by and the dirt road was converted into an interstate highway. Fearing that they would not survive this change, the Ventura’s moved their family to California and spent a few years away while the highway was built. When they returned, the travelers found their way to the store and the Mars’ Cheese Castle was reborn! In 2008, the store began the process of relocating because the state of Wisconsin needed the land it was on for the next phase in highway expansion. March of 2011 was the grand opening of the new facility 100 yards west of the former location. 66 years and 3 generations later, the castle has become a state icon and destination for travelers.
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Mars’ Cheese Castle says,
«Another iconic and long-standing Kenosha-centric restaurant. Possibly the best breakfast in the state!»
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Bars
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Mars’ Cheese Castle says,
«The Brat Stop is another staple of Wisconsin. Located off of Highway 50 they too have a place that is known for Wisconsin beer, brats and good eats!»
Phoenix Family Restaurant
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Mars’ Cheese Castle says,
«A great family owned business off the the West Frontage Road and Hwy 50, a quarter-mile West of 1 – 94.»
Tenuta’s Delicatessen & Liquors
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Grocery
Mars’ Cheese Castle says,
«„Traditional Italian Delicatessen“ down to a science and serves the best and freshest muffaletta around.»
Bobby Nelson’s Cheese Shop
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Mars’ Cheese Castle says,
«They have been our neighbor for over 40 years and we continue to support their business.»