Map of Melrose Park

Oak Park and surrounding area, locate the restaurant called Marion Street Cheese Market

In its mission to bring together nothing less than the best seasonal and local ingredients, this Oak Park fromagerie has spawned a bistro that elevates the market's purpose to new heights. Within this cozy space with tin ceilings and warm woods, find affluent droves nibbling on cheese and charcuterie plates. Others can be seen dining on more substantial fare like chorizo quiche or lamb-chestnut stew. A list of purveyors on the menu shares the kitchen's ingredient sources, from local bison to nearby hot sauce producers. The adjoining market lets you replicate this artisan meal at home with honey, preserves and jams, wine and craft beer, local chocolates; and other specialty foods. Make sure you save your café receipt for a same-day discount in the market.