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    Beautiful Rind

    2211 N Milwaukee Ave

    Chicago, IL 60647


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    Cheese & Charcuterie Boards
    From the Cheesemonger's Kitchen
    Wine, Beer & Other Drinks
    Cheese, Charcuterie, Conservas, Chocolate and Crackers
    Cheesemonger's Choice Deals

    Featured Items

    • Baguette

      Baked in store daily. Please consume the day you purchase it for best quality.

      $3.99
    • Meats & Three for a Group

      Our classic and ever-popular meat and three board built for a group! The board is sized as a heavy appetizer or light meal for your desired number of people. This board features our two monger selected charcuterie items (meats) and three cheeses, as well as pairings like jams, pickles, or preserves. Each cheese and meat has approximately 1oz per person, 5oz total per person. Select the size that most closely matches your group. Selections may vary from photo shown. Bread not automatically included.

      $80.00
    • Turkey Bacon Brie Sandwich: choice of side

      Roast turkey, cranberry mayo, bacon jam, Brie, and arugula on classic white bread. Served with a choice of fries or side salad.

      $16.00

    Cheese & Charcuterie Boards

    Seasonal Cheesemonger Selections

    A few of the retail things that our cheesemongers are really enjoying at the moment. For more of our retail options, please scroll down the page. More options available in store only.
    • Picnic for Two Bento Box

      All you need for a great picnic in a fun bento box. This box includes all the great things for a day in the park: Prairie Breeze Cheddar, Blakesville Chevre, Monger's pick of the moment cheese, small side salad, crackers, goat milk caramels, and strawberry amaro jam. You can also choose between summer sausage or marinated white beans, and valencia almonds or dried fruits. If you'd like, we've also curated a list of picnic-perfect beverages and other fun additions available for an additional charge.

      $34.99

    Build your own cheese & charcuterie board

    **New We've made ordering cheese & charcuterie even easier. Our daily selections (and their house-made accompaniments) are now available in various sizes. Exact selections are only guaranteed for same-day orders. Orders for future dates may have cheeses substituted to ensure you get them in their best condition.
    • Single Cheese or Charcuterie Selection

      Pick up a single item from our daily cheese & charcuterie menu. Each item comes with a unique house-made accompaniment.

      $7.50
    • Build your Own Board of Three

      NEW!! Select your own cheese & charcuterie board from our daily selections. Each item comes with its own unique accompaniment. Select 3 items including special selections for a small upcharge.

      $21.00
    • Build your own Board of Five

      NEW!! Select your own cheese & charcuterie from our daily selections. Each item comes with it's own unique accompaniment. Select 5 items including special selections for a small upcharge.

      $35.00
    • Build your Own Board of Ten

      NEW!! Select your own cheese & charcuterie board from our daily selections. Each item comes with it's own unique accompaniment. Select 10 items including special selections for a small upcharge. Items come in a fold top box.

      $65.00
    • Build an Endless Cheese & Charcuterie board

      NEW!! Create your own cheese & charcuterie board from our daily selections. Select 12 of our daily cheese & charcuterie selections for $79 items then you can keep adding for $6/selection. NEW!! Select your own cheese & charcuterie from our daily selections. Each item comes with its own unique accompaniment. Exact selections only apply to same-day orders. Orders for future dates may have cheeses substituted to ensure you get them in their best condition. Items are packaged in fold-top boxes

      $79.00
    • Pick Four 8oz Accompaniments

      Plus up your cheese board with a selection of different pickles, nuts, and other fun accompaniments. Save when you buy four or more.

      $22.00

    Cheesemonger Curated Boards

    Need help deciding? Let our team create curated boards just for you. For groups of six or more, explore our catering options below. All items are packed in fold-top boxes unless specified otherwise.
    • Midwest Favorites

      Support the producers in our area with this board featuring one meat and two cheeses from farmers in Illinois and bordering states. Exact selections may vary based on availability.

      $18.00
    • Meats & Three

      Three delicious cheeses & two meats. Picked from our monger's favorites at the moment. This is a great dinner option! Exact selections may vary based on availability. Wooden board not included.

      $34.00
    • Cheese for Dinner

      Our monger's five favorite cheeses on the board at the moment. Sort of a delicious version of roulette. Exact selections may vary based on availability. Wooden board not included.

      $34.00
    • All the Cheeses

      Ever just wanted to have a little bit of every cheese? Now you can, this board has each of our cheeses and their pairings. Ceramic board not included. Items may come on a compostable tray for an extra fee.

      $79.00
    • All the Charcuterie

      Can't decide? Try each of our daily charcuterie0 (aka cured meats) selections. Board will contain 6 selections. Exact selections may vary based on availability. Wooden board not included. Items may come on a compostable tray for an extra fee.

      $46.00
    • Cheesy Spreads & Pretzels

      4 fresh baked pretzels, crostini, Meredith dairy marinated cheese, pimento cheese and brick spread. Perfect snackable board for all events and palates.

      $39.99
    • Salami Flight

      A variety of 3 of our salamis, including both dry-cured and cooked options, with paired accompaniments.

      $22.00
    • Ham Flight

      A rotating selection of 3 distinct cured hams such as Prosciutto di Parma, Jamon Serrano, Paleta Iberico, Speck, or Country ham. Selection varies due to availability.

      $22.00

    Cheese & Charcuterie Boards for a Group (Catering)

    Selections for larger groups. Pictures are for demo purposes only and may include slightly different cheese or charcuterie based on what is best at the moment. Catering trays do not come with bread or crackers unless selected. Options are listed with each tray, or can be found under our bread & cracker section. For groups of 40+, please email info@beautifulrind.com at least 1 week prior.
    • Cheese Snack for a Group

      A nice snack-sized tray featuring three of our favorite cheeses. You will have enough of each cheese for a snack/appetizer for your desired group size. It also includes pairings like jams, pickles, or preserves. Each cheese and meat has approximately 1-1.5oz per person, 4oz total per person. Select the size that most closely matches your group.

      $50.00
    • Midwest Favorites for a Group

      A nice snack-sized tray featuring our favorite Midwest producers. You will have enough of two cheeses and one meat for a nice snack/appetizer for your desired group size. Each cheese and meat has approximately 1-1.5oz per person, 4oz total per person. Select the size that most closely matches your group. Selections may vary from photo shown.

      $50.00
    • Meats & Three for a Group

      Our classic and ever-popular meat and three board built for a group! The board is sized as a heavy appetizer or light meal for your desired number of people. This board features our two monger selected charcuterie items (meats) and three cheeses, as well as pairings like jams, pickles, or preserves. Each cheese and meat has approximately 1oz per person, 5oz total per person. Select the size that most closely matches your group. Selections may vary from photo shown. Bread not automatically included.

      $80.00
    • Cheese for Dinner for a Group

      A great cheese board built for a group! The board is sized as a heavy appetizer or light meal for your desired number of people. This board features our current favorite five cheeses, as well as pairings like jams, pickles, or preserves. Each cheese has approximately 1oz per person, 5oz total per person. Select the size that most closely matches your group.

      $75.00
    • All the Cheese for a Group

      A true feast for a group. This tray features each cheese on our current menu, along with their pairings, such as jams, pickles, and preserves. This is sized to be a meal for the group. Each tray contains 0.75 oz of each cheese per person, around 1/2 lb total per person. Select the size that most closely matches your group.

      $115.00
    • All the Charcuterie for a Group

      A meat platter to please a crowd! This features all six of our current charcuterie menu selections as well as a paired accompaniment for each item, olives, and cornichons. This is a celebration of cured meats and does not contain cheese. This tray contains 1oz of each meat per person, 6oz total per person. Select the size that most closely matches your group.

      $80.00
    • Cheesy Spreads & Pretzels

      4 fresh baked pretzels, crostini, Meredith dairy marinated cheese, pimento cheese and brick spread. Perfect snackable board for all events and palates.

      $39.99

    Conservas and Pairings

    Our favorite current tinned fish options, each paired with a house made accompaniment. Selections change daily. If ordering in advance, selections may change or be substituted.
    • Patagonia Lemon Herb Mussels

      Sustainable small scale mussels from Spain in a lemon & herb sauce.

      $13.00
    • Matiz Piquillo Sardines

      Sardines packed with piquillo peppers and olive oil.

      $10.00
    • Fangst Herring

      Smoked Danish herring with white pepper & ramps.

      $16.00
    • Fishwife Smoked Rainbow Trout

      Rainbow trout smoked over beechwood, from Denmark.

      $19.00

    From the Cheesemonger's Kitchen

    Snacks

    • House Fried Potato Chips

      Freshly fried chips with your choice of flavors.

      $5.00
    • Waffle Fries

      Basket of waffle fries, cause sometimes you just want some fries.

      $5.00
    • Bavarian Style Pretzel

      Classic, old school German style pretzel.

      $3.00
    • Pimento Cheese To Go

      Spicy, smooth collision of Southern style and Midwest product. 8 oz container.

      $7.00
    • Fried Curds

      Fried cheese curds with a side a ranch.

      $10.00

    Sandwiches & Salads

    • Arugula & Parmigiano Reggiano Salad

      Arugula, preserved lemon, garlic croutons, and shaved parmigiano reggiano dressed with olive oil and lemon juice for a fresh light addition to your cheese dinner.

      $12.00
    • Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

      Our secret grilled cheese blend, pain de mei, really good butter, and 12oz of tomato soup for dunking!

      $14.00
    • Prosciutto & Taleggio Sandwich: choice of side

      Prosciutto, funky Taleggio, whole grain mustard, and arugula on baguette. Served with fries or a side salad.

      $13.00
    • The Italian: choice of side

      A savory combo of Toscano salami, soppressata, sport pepper chow-chow, arugula, and dijonaise on a baguette.

      $13.00
    • The Vermonter Sandwich: choice of side

      Rosemary ham, 1 year cheddar, sliced apples, onions, arugula and honey mustard on a bacon brioche bun.

      $13.00
    • Turkey Bacon Brie Sandwich: choice of side

      Roast turkey, cranberry mayo, bacon jam, Brie, and arugula on classic white bread. Served with a choice of fries or side salad.

      $16.00
    • Pimento & Okra Sandwich: choice of side

      A couple southern gems, pimento cheese and pickled okra for a veggie friendly treat.

      $12.00
    • Bacon & Pimento Cheese: choice of side

      Bacon and our in house made Pimento spread, bread toasted in the bacon drippings. Served with fries or a salad.

      $14.00
    • Vegan White Bean & Tomato Pesto (nut free)

      Garlicy white bean purée, roasted tomato pesto, roasted red peppers, and fresh zucchini on sliced bread.

      $13.00
    • Burrata Salad with Peppadew, Radish, & Cucumber

      Burrata, mixed greens, peppadew peppers, radish, & cucumber served with peppadew vinaigrette.

      $14.00

    Wine, Beer & Other Drinks

    Traditional Sparkling Wines

    Champagne, Cava, and so forth - traditional and charmat method wines, largely from regions with longer histories in sparkling wine production.
    • Brut Cattin Cremant D'Alsace Rose

      Dry refreshing sparkling rose that is a customer favorite with a wide array of cheese.

      $18.99
    • Melanie Pfister 'Breit' Blanc de Blancs

      Elegant, vibrant blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, and Auxerrois, aged 24+ months of lees.

      $36.99
    • Domaine du Petit Couteau Sparkling Vouvray

      Accessible, slightly off-dry sparkling Chenin blanc. Great for washed rinds or folks looking for an accessible, easy drinking wine.

      $21.99
    • Pierre Moncuit Delos Grand Cru Champagne

      100% Chardonnay champagne from the Cotes des Blanc. All of the racy bready goodness one would look for from Blanc de Blancs!

      $53.99
    • André Heucq Heritage Blanc de Meunier

      100% biodynamically grown Pinot Meunier, giving this Blanc Champagne a more round profile and more pronounced florality.

      $54.99
    • Enguera Cava

      Inexpesive Spainish bubbles for coctails, mimosas, and picnics.

      $12.99
    • Azimut Cava 'Brut Nature'

      Bright, racy Cava made with no dosage - expect a more delicate bubble to accompany soft ripened goat's milk cheeses.

      $21.99
    • Deltetto Metodo Classico Nebbiolo D'alba

      Serious sparkler from Piedmonte that can go head to head with champagne. This Nebbiolo and pinot noir spends 3 years on the lees!

      $34.99
    • Cleto Chiarli Amabile Lambrusco

      Fruity chillable sparkling red, great with a variety of cheeses though classic with Parmigiano Reggiano. The amabile is off-dry vs the Brut Vecchia Modena.

      $14.99
    • Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco di Vecchia Modena

      Still fruity and cheese friendly, this drier Lambrusco offers more balsamic-y notes and goes equally well with harder cheeses.

      $16.99
    • Ultraviolet Sparkling Rose

      Crowd friendly bubbles from a female winemaker in Napa, California.

      $21.99

    Pet Nats, Piquettes, and Adventurous Bubbly Wines

    Pet Nat, short for petillant natural, refers to a sparkling winemaking method where wines complete their original fermentation in bottle to produce bubbles. Also called Methode Ancestrale, as it's production predates Champagne by several hundred years.
    • Lunaris Secco

      Sparkling from Malvasia made in Emilia Romagna, aka the heart of parm reg country. This is a great off-dry option with tons of fruit and infinitely drinkable.

      $17.99
    • Can Sumoi Metodo Ancestrale

      A super delicate bubbly with white flower-y aroma, made from a pinkish clone of the classic Cava grape Parellada.

      $26.99
    • Vermillion Valley Vineyards 'En Plein Air'

      Pinot Noir dominant blend from the the Lake Erie Coast in Ohio (!!!). Wild berry flavors lead the charge on this late summer quaffable petnat..

      $23.99
    • Planet Mouraz 'Pita'

      Fresh, grassy, organic field blend pet-nat from a staff favorite producer in the Douro, Portugal.

      $25.99
    • Carboniste Sparkling Pinot Noir Rosé

      Sparkling rosé made from 100% Pinot Noir, sourced from San Benito, California. Bright, refreshing and easygoing sparkler to go great with fresh cheeses.

      $31.99
    • Kobal Bajta Pet Net

      Dry and bright rose' of Blaufrankish from a great Slovenian producer. It's an accessible adventurous wine that goes with nuttier cheeses and charcuterie.

      $24.99

    Rosé Wines

    A mix of traditional and adventurous wines, representing all things summery and fresh.
    • Field Recordings Kitties!

      A blend of every grape that Field Recordings works with (literally). Fresh, fruity, simple and best enjoyed with a chill.

      $18.99
    • Emme Wines 'enhorabuena'

      Fruity, pretty rosé of single vineyard Carignan from Mendocino county - energetic and versatile, a great wine for conservas.

      $32.99
    • Ameztoi Rubentis Rosé

      The equally refreshing cousin of white Txakoli, made from the less-seen Hondarrabi Beltza grape - crisp, melon-y, slightly effervescent, endlessly quaffable.

      $24.99
    • Zillamina Rosé

      Breezy rosé from the Mediterranean coast of Spain - easy, versatile and approachable.

      $13.99
    • Poggerino Toscano Rosato

      Biodynamic Sangiovese rosé from Tuscany - lightly floral and perfect with any saltier soft cheeses.

      $21.99
      OUT OF STOCK
    • Domaine Migot 'Cotes de Toul' Pinot Noir Rose

      Fresh, expressive pinot noir from the far north of France - fresh fruit with some herbaceousness.

      $24.99
    • Petit Cochon Bronze Rosé

      Approachable, Provencal-adjacent rosé blend of cinsault, grenache and syrah - dry, mineral, and refreshing.

      $18.99

    Orange Wines (Skin Contact White Varietals)

    White grapes fermented in contact with their skins, seeds, etc. - a method usually reserved for red winemaking. Traditional to Georgia (the country), skin contact wines have caught on globally in the last 20 years.
    • Sybille Kuntz Riesling

      Biodynamic Riesling from the Mosel, with several weeks of skin contact. Unique, petrol-y and dying to be enjoyed with stinky cheeses.

      $34.99
    • Left Foot Charley Skin-Fermented Pinot Gris

      Skin contact Pinot Gris sourced from multiple farmers devoted to growing amazing grapes on the Old Mission Peninsula in the north of Lower Peninsula, Michigan.

      $23.99
    • Les Vins Pirouettes Eros

      Bright, light refreshing Alsatian orange wine made using pinot gris with a touch of Riesling and sylvaner. Great with Charcuterie and raceltte.

      $27.99
    • Modales 'Contact'

      Organically grown skin-contact Rkatisiteli from the closest (and third oldest in country) viticultural area to the city, Fennville. 3 weeks on skins means balanced acidity and tannin.

      $21.99
    • Francois Ducrot Auguste

      Grenache Blanc and Grenache Gris combo for a tasty pinkish-skin contact white wine. Fruity, fun and delicious for summer veggies. Bonus points for a fishing sheep on the bottle.

      $20.99
    • Biancofongoli

      Really great value orange wine from Italy. If you are curious about the style give this one a try. Goes great with goat, sheep, and washed rind cheeses.

      $21.99
    • Enderle + Moll Weissburgunder

      Pinot Blanc fermented on skins for 4 days, followed by 10 months of lees aging give this wine more texture, showing a more 'mature' side of skin contact wines.

      $33.99
    • Limited Addition Orange Crush

      skin contact co-ferment of Pinot Gris Muscat and Riesling from Limited Addition, a winemaking label in Oregon focused on the lesser planted varietals of the state (beyond Pinot Noir and Chardonnay). "orange crush" is apt, with some tropical qualities to compliment the dry, citrus-y tone.

      $25.99
    • Barone Cornacchia Trebbiano Macerato

      100% Trebbiano from Abruzzo, fermented on skins for 30 days. A slightly bigger, more round style of orange wine, with more tannic structure and some herbaceousness.

      $29.99
    • Maris 'Rare Orange'

      Easygoing orange Muscat from Chateau Maris, a winery widely considered to be one of the most sustainable + forward thinking in the world. Lightly aromatic, and super versatile with cheese.

      $18.99
    • Pray Tell Orange Popsicle

      Blend of Pinot Gris + Chardonnay from Willamette, Oregon. Tropical, floral, and a bit more complex than the name suggests.

      $25.99
    • Clos Del Guarans Les Someres

      Organic blend of Malvasia and Xarel-lo from Catalonia. Shorter skin maceration makes for a lighter, more citrus-y and mineral style of skin contact wine.

      $23.99
      OUT OF STOCK

    Traditional White Wines

    Largely speaking, wines made from more familiar white grapes, from more familiar and famous wine regions.
    • La Roche Guilhem Jurancon Sec

      While its no secret the Basque make great cheese, they also make some really crisp cheese friendly white wine... at a steal of a price.

      $14.99
    • RAIN Sauvignon Blanc

      Classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Lots and lots of grapefruit with a refreshing dry finish. Pair it with goats or Meredith Dairy

      $16.99
    • Chateau Freynelle Blanc

      Soft, floral blend of Semillion and Savignon Blanc with just a touch of Muscadet. This is a refreshing wine for light cheeses like goudas, medium aged goats, and young cheddars.

      $18.99
    • Land of Saints Chardonnay

      A great take on classic oaky California chardonnay from a great producer.

      $21.99
    • Charles Gonnet Chignin Jacquere

      hand-harvested jacquere from Savoie - best enjoyed in multiples with Raclette.

      $17.99
    • I Croppi Albana Secco

      Textured, herbaceous white wine made from a lesser known white varietal native to Emilia Romagna.

      $19.99
      OUT OF STOCK
    • Philippe Tessier Cheverny Blanc

      Sauvignon Blanc/Chardonnay blend from the Loire Valley, perfect for lovers of Sancerre.

      $21.99
    • Mary Taylor Anjou Blanc

      An importer focused on highlighting the lesser known appellations of western Europe, Taylor's Anjou (100% Chenin Blanc) is classic, crisp, and full of orchard fruit flavors.

      $18.99
      OUT OF STOCK
    • Marchisio Roero Arneis

      A varietal native to Piemonte, this Arneis is organically grown and fermented in clay amphorae. Orchard fruit and bright acidity make this a perfect wine to transition from late summer into the colder weather.

      $24.99
    • Mary Taylor Cotes de Gascogne

      Another in the line of Mary Taylor's less-traveled appellations, an easy going white wine from an area more famous for it's Cognac. Simple, but fresh and stonefruity.

      $14.99
    • Bernard Dubois Aligote

      An elegant take on the little brother white grape of Burgundy - orchard fruit and some nuttiness make this a great pairing for younger alpine styles and tommes alike.

      $24.99
    • Ameztoi Txakolina

      An acid-driven wine from Basque Country, made from the native Hondarribi Zuri - zippy, slightly effervescent, a perfect porch wine for summer.

      $24.99
    • Domaine de la Pépière Muscadet Sur Lie

      Rich and complex, this Loire treasure over-delivers for the price and wants you to introduce it to some rich cheeses.

      $17.99
    • Lambert 'Le Droit' Chinon Blanc

      Chenin Blanc from the central Loire Valley - energetic, mouthwatering, and super versatile with goat's milk cheeses.

      $27.99
    • Domaine Laougué Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh Sec

      Organically grown Petit Manseng from southwest France, fermented dry - fresh orchard fruit, and super versatile for cheese pairing.

      $21.99
    • Tenuta di Tavignano Passerina

      A native varietal to the Adriatic Coast of Italy, Passerina is lightly floral and stonefruit-y - great with less intense washed rinds and tommes.

      $18.99
    • Nortico Alvarinho

      Light, citrus-y, patio-friendly white from Coastal Portugal - easy, breezy and perfect with fresh goat's milk cheeses.

      $18.99
    • Joseph Cattin Pinot Blanc

      Crisp Alsatian pinot blanc with notes of green apple & white flowers.

      $18.99
    • Domaine Specht Riesling

      Dry, mineral Alsatian riesling - a classic representation of French Riesling.

      $16.99
    • La Raia Gavi

      A bright, zippy white made from 100% Cortese. Think of Gavi as the equally food-friendly Italian cousin to French Sauvignon Blanc.

      $26.99
    • Joelle Vrignaud Chablis

      Chablis is a classic cheese wine for a reason. This crisp chardonnay is renowned for its ability to pair with a variety of cheeses.

      $29.99
    • H. Wiemer Semi-dry Seneca Lake Reisling

      100% Riesling grown biodynamically in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Tropical notes and some residual sugar make this the perfect stinky cheese pairing.

      $23.99
    • Seehof Riesling Feinherb

      Focussed riesling from one of our favorite producers in the Rheinhessen. This has just a touch of sweetness and goes great with washed rinds and charcuterie.

      $19.99
    • Weingut Wieninger Gemischter Satz

      Field blend of 9 white grapes (mostly Gruner Veltliner + Pinot Blanc) grown organically in Vienna, Austria. A lean mix of spicy freshness and orchard fruit (plus a screw-top) make this a go-to picnic wine!

      $26.99
    • Tenuta Cocci Grifoni Tara

      85% Pecorino and 15% Trebbiano from the first estate to champion pecorino as a single varietal wine. Salty, floral, and a great white option for semi-firm and more aged cheeses.

      $18.99
    • Terre Stregate Svelato Falanghina

      Rich, super complex Italian white. This is a favorite and will go with a wide variety of cheeses.

      $19.99

    Adventurous White Wines

    More esoteric varietals found down here, as well as lower intervention wines. Expect some sediment in some cases, as well as some grapes you might not be familiar with!
    • Brand Riesling Trocken

      Bright, zippy riesling from the Pfalz (east of her more historical home of the Mosel) - in a liter!

      $19.99
    • Idlewild 'Flora and Fauna

      A california blend of Northern Italian white varietals - mostly Arnese. A great balance of floral and mineral notes with some plush pear-y fruit.

      $24.99
    • Les Vin Pirouettes 'Tutti Frutti'

      Bright, fresh and aromatic blend of mostly Gewurztraminer from Les Vin Pirouettes, a co-op project highlighting organic and biodynamic wineries in Alsace.

      $27.99
    • Lyrarakis 'Dafni'

      A native varietal to the Lyrarakis Winery's home of Crete, which was saved from extinction by the family in the early 90s. Great balance of herbaceous and citrus notes.

      $24.99
    • Filipa Pato 'Dinamica' Bairrada Branco

      Dinamica is a blend of native white varietals, Bical and Arinto, from the central Atlantic coast of Portugal (not far from Porto!). More texture than a Vinho Verde, but still super fresh - a great transition into fall.

      $18.99
    • Toth Ferenc x Vinalia

      Bright, fresh Hungarian blend of mostly Hárslevelű and Welschriesling - mouthwatering orchard fruit

      $31.99
    • Ronco delle Betullle x Vinalia

      Ribolla Gialla from Friuli, macerated on skins for 5 days - closer to a structured white wine than a true skin contact/orange wine.

      $31.99
    • Alexis Hudon 'Matouse'

      Sauvignon Blanc-dominant blend from Quebecois winemaker Alexis Hudon - funky, fresh, and continuing the Beautiful Rind legacy of wines with cats on the label.

      $26.99
    • Swick Chardonnay

      Unfiltered Chardonnay from the Columbia Valley, Oregon. Partial malolactic fermentation gives this wine some texture to go with some ripe pear notes.

      $26.99
    • Fossil & Fawn Only Always

      Refreshing aromatic, a natural white blend from Oregon made with Auxerrios, Riesling, and Gewurtztraminer. Great with rich, funky cheeses.

      $28.99
    • Groundwork White Blend

      Bright, peachy blend of mostly Grenache Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc from the Central Coast of California - a great white for seasonal transition.

      $17.99
      OUT OF STOCK
    • Ohlzelt Gruner Leader

      Crisp, dry Gruner veltliner from a great Austrian natural wine producer.

      $20.99
    • Les Enfants Sauvages Cool Moon

      a self described tribute to Jim Morrison and The Doors, this Catalan blend tastes exactly as fresh and energetic as you would expect a wine grown 3 miles from the Mediterranean to.

      $27.99
    • Johan Vineyards Gruner Veltliner

      100% biodynamically grown Gruner Veltliner from the Van Duzer Corridor in Oregon. Aged on lees for 10 months, bringing a good mix of intensity and zesty citrus notes.

      $32.99

    Traditional Red Wines

    Wines more steeped in history, with familiar styles that range from light and fruity to tannic and inky.
    • Land of Saints Pinot Noir

      Classic Central Coast Pinot Noir. Balanced tannin and great fruit. This will go well with whatever food you throw at it.

      $21.99
    • Zillamina Red

      Magnificent Monastrell from organic Valencia vineyards. This is bigger and bolder than you think it's going to be. Perfect burger/pizza wine.

      $13.99
    • Depaula Monastrell

      Earthy, savory Monastrell (known as Mourvedre in France) from Bodegas Ponce. Organic from a family owned winery that focuses on native Spanish varietals.

      $15.99
    • Thibault Ducroux 'En Roue Libre'

      Partially carbonically macerated Beaujolais from a Morgon-based winemaker - crunchy and chillable!

      $26.99
    • Cedar + Salmon Pinot Noir

      A classic take on Pinot from the Willamette Valley showing a good balance of fresh black fruit and savory smoky character.

      $25.99
    • Scaia Veneto Corvina

      Great bang for the buck...goes nicely with a number of different cheeses.

      $14.99
    • Akutain Rioja

      Classic rich rioja made on a small scale with native yeast. Tempranillo with an added boost from garnacha.

      $19.99
    • Domaine la Roque Pays D'Oc

      Biodynamic blend of mostly Mourvedre from Languedoc in Southern France - earthy, peppery and weighty for the winter weather.

      $24.99
    • Domaine Romarand 'Gamma' Regnie Beaujolais

      Elegant + expressive Gamay from a single Cru in Beaujolais. A mix of fresh and serious, delivering way above it's price point!

      $21.99
    • Liscone Aglianico del Vulture

      Rich, brooding organically farmed Aglianico from Basilicata (the midsole of the boot that is Italy, if you will). Earthy and intense, better suited for long-aged cheeses and charcuterie (and steak!),

      $24.99
    • Mary Taylor Coteaux de Cabrerisse

      Easy drinking Carignan from the rocky Mediterranean coast of France - lightly spiced, a perfect tuesday night pasta wine.

      $14.99
    • Marco Porello Langhe

      Classic estate nebbiolo from Langhe, best enjoyed with cured meats.

      $18.99
    • Anne Amie Pinot Noir

      100% Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley, Oregon. Slightly savory and classically Oregon - plays nice with washed rinds and aged goat's milk!

      $24.99
      OUT OF STOCK

    Adventurous Red Wines

    Expect a lot more chill-friendly reds down here, as well as some unfiltered, unfined, and un-sulfured bottlings.
    • Hurluberlu

      This "weirdo" wine is 100% carbonic cab franc from the Loire made to be lightly chilled and enjoyed with food.

      $22.99
    • Planet Mouraz Chibu

      unfined, unfiltered red blend of ~20 red and white Portuguese grapes. - drink chilled with plenty of sardines and olives.

      $22.99
    • Texier 'Chat Fou' 1.5 "Bagnum"

      Bright, fresh 'Vin Bistro' blend of mostly Grenache from the Rhone Valley, in a fridge (or party) friendly 1.5 liter bag.

      $39.99
    • Broc Cellars Love Red Can 355mL

      Easy-drinking natural blend of mostly Carignan and Syrah from California's Central Coast, in a convenient half-bottle sized can!

      $14.99
    • Vineyard Project Gober + Freinbichler Blaufrankisch

      A refreshing Austrian Blaufrankisch from Burgenland on the Hungarian border - slight savory spice and bright fruit makes it a perfect pairing for savory tommes and lighter alpine styles.

      $19.99
    • Bodegas Ponce 'Clos Lojen' Bobal

      A lesser seen native grape to Central-Southern Spain, this Bobal shows more savory mineral qualities with a slight barnyardy quality - excellent with the firm sheep's milk cheeses of La Mancha.

      $16.99
    • Matthieu Barret Petit Ours

      100% Syrah from the Côtes-du-Rhône. Big fruity juicy and a lasting finish make this a great wine for harder cheeses and charcuterie; but you also wouldn't be wrong to put it with a softer sheep milk cheese.

      $24.99
    • Modales Nouveau

      Intensely quaffable blend of Zweigelt and Pinot from the Lake Michigan Coast, Michigan. Bright and chillable - drink on a boat if you have access to one.

      $19.99
    • Chat Fou Cotes Du Rhone Rouge

      Northern Cotes Du Rhone Grenache driven blend. Bold, balanced and blue fruit. Have it with grilled food, lamb, or drier cheeses.

      $24.99
    • Leon Gold 'Neon Gold'

      Easy-going Trollinger (in a liter!) from the Black Forest of Germany. Bright, slightly herbaceous, and a great pairing to any salty cheeses or dishes.

      $26.99
    • Papillon d'Orphee

      100% Braucol from Gaillac, Southwest France. Usually a blending grape, this single varietal bottling shows some neat savory and mineral qualities here.

      $26.99
    • Barbichette La Rouge

      Blend of Cabernet France and De Chaunac from the Finger Lakes, New York. Crunchy, mouthwatering, and begging for a chill.

      $25.99
    • Matin Calme Mano a Mano

      Vibrant, organic blend of Grenache and Carignan from Roussillon, France - A true 'vin nature' produced with native yeast fermentation and zero sulfur. Energetic fruit with neat floral complexity.

      $32.99
    • A Los Vinateros Bravos Pipeno Tinto

      100% Cinsault from old vines in Valle Itata, Chile, aged in large used oak "pipas" where the wine gets its name. Made in the traditional Chilean style without filtration, super zesty and mineral red.

      $24.99
    • Maria Ernesta Berucci Cesanese Del Piglio

      100% Cesanese from Lazio, Italy - about 40 minutes east of Rome. Cesanese is often thought of to be the workhorse grape of the Roman Empire, and Maria makes wines that combine fresh fruit character, savory/tomato-y qualities with noticeable tannins.

      $27.99
    • Emme Violet Sky

      100% organic Valdiguié from Ricetti Vineyard in the Redwood Valley, California. Bright and chillable, but with a serious floral + mineral streak.

      $33.99
    • Belregard Figeac Tellus Vinea

      Biodynamic blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc from Lalande de Pomerol, Right Bank, Bordeaux. Atypical for a Bordeaux blend - lighter extraction yields a fresher, slightly barnyard-y style that still emphasizes the blue-black fruit of the Merlot.

      $24.99

    Cocktails & Canned Wine

    Great options for patio season!
    • Old Westminster Skin Contact Piquette Can

      The ideal hammock beverage - a 6% spritz made by refermenting water and sugar in contact with wine skins.

      $8.99
    • Underberg Bitters .67oz

      The ubiquitous herbal digestif!

      $2.49
    • Lubanzi Red Rhone Style Cans

      Perfect jammy, medium bodied red for a picnic. This South African producer is fair trade certified and great at making rhone style reds.

      $6.99
    • Broc Cellars Love Red Can 355mL

      Easy-drinking natural blend of mostly Carignan and Syrah from California's Central Coast, in a convenient half-bottle sized can!

      $14.99

    Beer

    Proudly serving only Chicago based breweries!
    • Hopewell Ride or Die

      5.5% ABV Pale Ale. Great malty/hoppy balance. 4 pack of 16oz cans.

      $13.99
    • Hopewell Outside Voice Xtra Pale Ale

      Tropical, citrus-y pale ale from our (almost) neighbors at Hopewell - clocking in at 4.8% ABV to make it an ideal patio sipper.

      $13.99
    • Pipeworks Infinite Citra

      4 pk of 16oz cans. 7% abv. Bright citrussy IPA.

      $12.99
    • Pipeworks Choice Rye Lager

      Rye malt added to the base of this lager gives it a toasty, spicy quality while staying fresh and sessionable.

      $12.99
    • Spiteful GD Pigeon Porter

      Dark, chocolate-y rich porter brewed from Spiteful on Balmoral Ave!

      $14.99
    • Is/Was Le Bizon

      Polish inspired saison brewed with bison (sweet) grass, in collaboration with Goldfinger Brewing. Slightly vegetal and savory, going great with more "sheepy" sheep's milk cheeses.

      $9.99
    • Is/Was Le Bizon with Brettanomyces

      Polish inspired saison brewed with bison (sweet) grass and conditioned with Brettanomyces, in collaboration with Goldfinger Brewing. Slightly vegetal and savory, with a little more citrus-y tropical tones than the unconditioned bottling.

      $10.99
    • Is/Was Split Squad w/ Brettanomyces

      A collaboration with Revolution Brewing - brewed with malted sunflower seeds, some stonefruity and nutty notes to this Brettanomyces aged saison.

      $10.99
    • Is/Was Alma

      Saison brewed with Oaxacan green corn, giving a balance of earthy and citrus zesty tones.

      $12.99
    • Is/Was Bourgeois Daydreams with Brett

      The most cheese friendly brewery in Chicago, a 3.2% table beer brewed brewed with Sugar Creek pilsner malt, unmalted spelt from Janie's Mill and flaked triticale then hopped with Saphir and Grungeist and bottle conditioned with brettanomyces.

      $7.99
    • Is/Was Bourgeois Daydreams with Blackberries

      Incredibly cheese friendly table beer (3.2%!) from Is/Was Brewing, refermented with blackberries.

      $8.99

    Cider

    A few selections representing the more historical French, Basque, and English styles of cider making.
    • Arratzain Sidre

      Basque cider with laser acidity and a touch of funk. Great for cheese.

      $11.99
    • Old Westminster Happy Camper 12oz can

      A wild cider out of Maryland, made by one of our favorite natural wine producers. It's fresh, dry, and tart.

      $5.99
    • Julien Fremont Cidre Brut par Nature

      Slightly off-dry, naturally fermented French cider from Normandy - a fresh fizzy alternative to the sweeter ciders of the region.

      $21.99
      OUT OF STOCK
    • Phelan Farms Baby Bottle

      Blend of 90% cider apples and 10% Mondeuse, a dark skinned alpine red grape, from San Luis Obispo, California. Pepper-y, slightly smoky notes from the mondeuse compliment this bright, tart, dry cider.

      $19.99

    Alcohol Free Drinks

    A mix of dealcoholized & more 'adult' options, as well as some pops and sparkling waters.
    • Dr. Brown's Black Cherry Soda

      $1.99
    • Dr. Brown's Root Beer

      $1.99
    • Dr. Brown's Ginger Ale

      $1.99
    • Wisco Pop Strawberry

      $3.49
    • Ghia Soda

      Slightly sweet, moreso bitter gentian based aperitif - zero proof!

      $5.99
    • St. Agrestis Phony Negroni

      n/a take on the classic bittersweet cocktail.

      $5.99
    • Vilbrygg 'Fjell' Sparkling Botanical

      A sparkling blend of various botanicals from Norway - Lingonberry, birch leaf, rosemary and more. Great with charcuterie and more intense aged cheeses.

      $33.99
    • Metric Nitro Cold Brew Can

      $5.99
    • Ito En Matcha Love

      $3.99
    • Vichy Catalan 250 ml

      $2.99
    • Open Water Still Water Can

      $2.49
    • Weingut Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Sparkling Rosé Can

      $6.99
    • Weingut Leitz Eins Zwei Zero Sparkling Can

      $6.99
    • Odd Bird Sparkling Rose Bottle

      Dealcoholized sparkling Spanish rose in a 750ml bottle. Must be 21+ to purchase

      $26.99
    • Eins Zwei Zero Non-Alcoholic Chardonnay

      Dealchoholized Chardonnay from Pfalz, Germany. Less oaky rich, more lemon-y with ripe pear notes.

      $17.99
    • Funkelwürtz Zero

      Dealcoholized sparkling 80/20 blend of Muskat and Rivaner (aka Müller-Thurgau) from the Mosel, Germany. Aromatic, off-dry, and snappy.

      $18.99
    • Trabanco Dealcoholized Cider

      Dealcoholized cider from Asturia, on the Bay of Biscay. Similar to Basque ciders, expect some tannin, aggressive acidity, and a bone dry finish.

      $21.99

    Cheese, Charcuterie, Conservas, Chocolate and Crackers

    Cheese by 1/2 lb

    For our virtual counter, we offer a limited selection of our most popular cheeses in minimum 1/2 lb chunks. Many more cheeses are available in store so come check us out.
    • Gruyere 0.5 lb minimum

      Alpine nuttiness at its best. Gruyere has been many a cheesemonger's first love.

      $13.99
    • Parmigiano Reggiano 0.5 lb minimum

      The King of Cheese ready to go for your pasta.

      $15.99
    • Prairie Breeze 0.5 lb minimum

      Cheddar base with crunchy Alpine style cultures. An Iowan original made at Milton Creamery.

      $11.99
    • Taleggio 0.5 lb minimum

      Classic Italian cheese that is a great gateway into the world of funk.

      $10.99
    • Manchego 0.5lb minimum

      Classic Spanish sheep milk cheese. Our manchego is a raw milk farmstead manchego for extra complexity and deliciousness.

      $12.99

    Cheese Individually Packaged

    • Blakesville Creamery Chevre Retail Tub by ea

      $9.99
    • Tulip Tree Foxglove by ea

      Funky, fruity, & creamy, a cheese modeled after Epoisses that gets gooey-er the longer it sits!

      $16.99
    • Apricity by ea

      Alemar Cheese Co's rich, fudgy, & tangy staff favorite cheese

      $8.99
    • Little Lucy Brie by ea

      An American take on a triple cream brie, dense & rich.

      $12.99
    • Meredith Dairy Sheep/Goat Cheese Jar

      Rich spreadable blend of sheep and goat milk cheese marinated in olive oil. Great for a dip or to step up your sandwich game.

      $11.99
    • Nettle Meadow Fig & Honey Fromage Frais

      5oz container of fresh cow & goat milk cheese accented with fig and honey. Great for salads or spreading on bread.

      $8.99
    • Nettle Meadow Meyer Lemon & Cardamom Fromage Frais

      $8.99
    • Widmer's Brick Spread

      Our favorite thing on crackers!

      $7.99
    • Luizzi Burrata by ea

      $6.99
    • Mini Kunik

      Great 4oz mini version of classic Kunik, a goat & cow combo full of flavor from great people. Pasteurized Cow & Goat.

      $9.99
    • Mini Harbison

      $12.99
    • Voras Feta by ea

      $8.99

    Tinned Fish & Other Conservas

    • Bahia de la Concha Boquerones

      $17.99
    • Ati Manel Garfish in Olive Oil

      Tender garfish (needle fish) that are one of the most sustainable fish species to preserve

      $6.99
    • Conservas de Cambados Small Sardines

      $12.99
    • Conservas de Cambados Scallops in Galician Sauce

      $10.99
    • Fangst Brisling Smoked Sardines with Heather & Chamomile

      $11.99
    • Jose Gourmet Cod in Olive Oil & Garlic

      $14.99
    • Les Mouettes d'Arvor Anchovies in Olive Oil

      $9.99
    • Olasagasti Anchovies a la Basque

      $12.99
    • Fangst Trout

      Danish trout preserved with juniper and lemon thyme

      $16.00
    • Fangst Færøsk Grilled Salmon

      $12.99
    • Fishwife Sardines with Preserved Lemons

      $11.99
    • Fishwife Albacore Tuna in Spicy Olive Oil

      $11.99
    • Fishwife Smoked Salmon

      $16.99
      OUT OF STOCK
    • Fishwife Sardines with Hot Pepper

      $12.99
    • Fishwife Smoked Mackerel

      $12.99
    • Fishwife Smoked Trout

      $14.99
    • Fishwife Smoked Salmon with Fly by Jing Chili Crisp

      $16.99
    • Miss Can Razor Clams

      $18.99
    • Regalis Ventresca Tuna

      $19.99
    • Regalis Mussels

      $14.99
    • Patagonia Coconut Curry Sardines

      $8.99
    • Patagonia Lemon Caper Mackerel

      $8.99
    • Patagonia Lemon Herb Mussels

      $8.99
    • Patagonia Roast Garlic Anchovies

      $8.99
      OUT OF STOCK
    • Matiz Sardines with Lemon

      $4.99
    • Matiz Sardines with Piquillos

      $5.99
    • Espinaler Sauce 92ml

      Made to accompany conservas, this sauce is vinegary & a little smoky and spicy (It's also great with eggs!)

      $5.99
    • Espinaler Olives with Anchovies Can

      Manzanilla olives stuffed with an anchovy paste. Addicting!

      $6.99

    Charcuterie

    • Underground Meats Black Garlic Salami

      A dry-cured salami from our friends in Madison, WI.

      $6.99
    • Underground Meats Calabrian 3 Way Salami

      $6.99
    • Underground Meats Spanish Chorizo

      $6.99
    • Underground Meats Finocchiona Salami

      $6.99
    • Underground Meats Saucisson Sec

      $6.99
    • Underground Meats Wisco Old Fashioned Salami

      $6.99
    • Pio Tosini Pre-sliced Prosciutto by ea

      $12.99
    • Red Bear Holy Cow

      One of our favorites, an all beef salami from Red Bear in Mundeline, 6oz individual wrapped portion

      $14.99
    • Underground Meats 'Nduja

      $8.99
    • Brooklyn Cured Sweet Sopressata pre-sliced

      $9.99
    • Brooklyn Cured Smoked Beef Salami pre-sliced

      $12.99
    • Salt & Twine Honey Sriracha Salami

      $12.99
    • Salt & Twine Salted Fennel Salami

      $12.99
      OUT OF STOCK
    • Salt & Twine Hot Calabrian Salami

      $12.99
    • Salt & Twine Mezcal & Salted Lime Salami

      $12.99
      OUT OF STOCK
    • Il Porcellino Loukanika

      $16.99

    Crackers & Bread

    • Baguette

      Baked in store daily. Please consume the day you purchase it for best quality.

      $3.99
    • House made Herby Crostini

      Thin sliced baguettes, toasted crispy with oregano and garlic oil.

      $3.99
    • Divina Mini Toasts

      $2.99
    • La Panzanella Mini Croccantini

      Good bang for your buck, multipurpose cracker

      $5.99
    • Olina's Pepper Crackers

      $3.99
    • Olina's Wafer Crackers

      Thin Australian style crackers designed for cheese and charcuterie.

      $4.00
    • Rustic Bakery Olive Oil & Sel Gris Flatbreads

      $7.99
    • Rustic Bakery Sweet Onion & Creme Fraiche Flatbreads

      $7.99
    • Fine Cheese Co Sea Salt Crackers

      $6.99
    • Fine Cheese Fig & Honey Crackers

      $6.99
    • Fine Cheese Co Rosemary Crackers

      $6.99
    • Fine Cheese Co GF Evoo crackers

      $8.49
    • Taralli

      $3.99
    • Rustic Bakery Cocao Cherry Crisp

      $8.99
    • Effie's Oatcakes

      $8.99
    • Effie's Corn Cakes

      $8.99
    • Effie's Cocoa Biscuits

      $8.99
    • Effie's Pecan Biscuits

      $8.99
    • Fine Cheese Wheat Rounds

      $7.99

    Chocolate Bars

    • OmNom Milk of Nicaragua 50%

      $8.99
    • OmNom Almond & Sea Salt

      $8.99
    • Omnom Cookies & Cream

      White chocolate topped with chocolate cookies. A staff favorite!

      $8.99
    • Luisa Abram Rio Tocantins 81% Wild Cacao

      $11.99
    • Naive Xocoatl Aztec Style Chocolate

      $11.99
    • Naive Flat White Coffee Chocolate

      $11.99
    • Naive Ambrosia Honey Dark Chocolate Mini

      $5.99
    • Dick Taylor Lemon & Bergamot Dark Chocolate

      $10.99
    • Dick Taylor Peanut Butter

      $10.99
    • Dick Taylor Brown Butter & Coco Nibs Bar

      $10.99
    • Dick Taylor Strawberries & Cream

      $10.99
    • Pump Street Rye Crumble Milk Chocolate Bar

      $11.99
    • Pump Street Croissant Bar

      $11.99
    • Pumpstreet Chocolate Chip Cookie Bar

      $11.99
    • Milk Boy Caramel Sea Salt Chocolate Bar 3.5oz

      Swiss milk chocolate laced with crunchy caramel & sea salt.

      $4.99
    • Milk Boy Milk Chocolate 3.5oz

      $4.99
    • Amedei Gianduja

      $8.99
    • Amedei Toscano Dark Chocolate with Red Fruits

      $9.99
    • Cacao Sampaka Flor de Sal

      $12.99
    • Original Bean Esmereldas Milk Chocolate

      $9.99
    • Fossa Yuzu Sea Salt

      $14.99
    • Olive & Sinclair Mexican Style Chocolate Bar

      $10.99
    • Olive & Sinclair 75% Cacao Chocolate Bar

      $10.99

    Cheesemonger's Choice Deals

    Mystery Grab Bag

    • Surplus Bundle

      Discover our Mystery Cheese Bundle: a curated selection of smaller cheese pieces (1-3 oz) from our cheese counter. These pieces are too small to keep on display but still pack all the delicious flavor you love. Each bundle offers a value of at least $15 if purchased separately. Due to the nature of this deal, we are unable to accommodate substitutions or dietary restrictions. Bundles must be picked up by the end of the day. Quantities are very limited, so don’t miss out!

      $5.00

    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    MondayClosed
    Tuesday11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Restaurant info

    Cheese, charcuterie, wine and beer in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Available for pickup and delivery. Call us at 312-300-4535 if you have any questions.

    Location

    2211 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

    Directions


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