Although it was founded in Austin, Texas, in 1980 and has more than 270 stores throughout North America and the United Kingdom, Whole Foods has only recently established a presence in the Milwaukee area—but residents have embraced it as if it were their own. Drawn by the vast selection of high-quality organic and natural groceries, the full service deli and bakery, the coffee and tea bar, and a host of other flavorful features, shoppers find themselves coming back again and again. Another main draw is the cheese selection. With hundreds of cheeses from all over the world, many organic and none containing artificial flavors, colors or preservatives, who wouldn’t be hungry for more?

 

2305 N. Prospect Ave

414-223-1500

http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/

 

Runners-up: Sendik’s Food Market, Milwaukee Public Market