New Artisanal Cheese Shop 'Cheese & Board' Enhances West Town's Small Business Landscape

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/West Town · November 28, 2025

A new artisanal food destination has arrived in West Town with Cheese & Board, offering more than 70 specialty cheeses, custom charcuterie boards, and French butters. Located at 948 W. Madison St., this small business represents the latest addition to West Town's thriving independent business community.

As the holiday season approaches, Cheese & Board joins numerous small businesses in the area ready to welcome shoppers looking for alternatives to downtown's department stores. The shop's artisanal offerings provide perfect options for holiday entertaining and gift-giving, aligning with West Town's reputation for unique, locally-owned establishments. The West Town Chamber of Commerce, which represents hundreds of small business members, continues its mission of ensuring the neighborhood remains a destination for shopping, dining, professional services, and culture.

West Town residents and visitors are encouraged to support this new local business while exploring other neighborhood shops during the upcoming holiday season. With its focus on quality artisanal products, Cheese & Board exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit that makes West Town one of Chicago's most distinctive and community-oriented neighborhoods.

Sources:
1. https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/17/shop-local-2025-a-downtown-and-west-loop-gift-guide/
2. https://www.westtownchamber.org/