Cheese Melt Cafe, Madison

Cheesemelt Cafe gets its name from its fantastically gooey flagship: the grilled cheese sandwich. But this gourmet creation isn't exactly what Mom used to make. The cheese, for starters, is definitely a step up, with varieties that include horseradish cheddar, mild havarti, and chipotle pepper jack. Throw in some roasted turkey or shaved prosciutto and wedge it all between two hearty slices of sourdough or marble rye, and you'll see why everyone's so excited about this new addition to Madison's dining scene. The cafe also serves healthy salads, steamy cups of soup, and throwback sides of applesauce with a splash of cinnamon.