Area Guide Spotlight: The Old Feed Mill

There are so many wonders to explore around our hometown of Spring Green and beyond. Make your summer plans and consult APT's Area Guide for local lodging, shopping, dining and attraction options.

We hope you're hungry for this week's Spotlight! This week, we're dining at The Old Feed Mill just down the road in Mazomanie. Over the last 30 years, The Old Feed Mill has been a culinary landmark in Southwestern Wisconsin, known for their cozy atmosphere, tasty cooking and beloved mashed potatoes.

The Old Feed Mill

114 Cramer Street, Mazomanie, WI 53560
(608) 795-4909 | Open Tuesday - Sunday

Tell us about The Old Feed Mill.

Located in a restored 1857 Flouring Mill, The Old Feed Mill Restaurant has been bringing local farmers' flavors to the table for 30 years.

From local, pasture-based cheeses blended into classic favorites to grains grown in the valleys of Taliesin, stone ground and baked in the hearth of the Mill. Regional and national publications and television shows have highlighted the qualities that make, The Old Feed Mill one of the culinary and cultural treasures of southern Wisconsin.

Come dine with us, enveloped in our rich history, terrific food, and the careful attention of our exceptional staff. Whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway
for two or an appealing stop for a bus load heading to the play, The Old Feed Mill offers a destination experience you’ll cherish.

Share some background on The Old Feed Mill.

In the winter of 1992, the abandoned mill in Mazomanie had been placed on the National Register of Historic Places along with thirty-three other downtown historic structures. Dan and Nancy Viste gazed upon the abandoned, sun-warmed stone mill and saw exciting potential.

Motivated by their respect for heritage and basic Midwestern values, the Vistes restored the building and the sense of tradition its history represents. The mill now features a restaurant, gift shop and bakery.

We have been in business for 30 years. During that time we have been featured on the Food Network, PBS, Midwest Living Magazine and cookbook.

Are there any events happening at The Old Feed Mill this summer people should know about?

Every Friday evening we offer music on the porch from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

What do you love about being a part of the Mazomanie community?

The friendly communities of Mazomanie and Spring Green is only minutes west of Madison on Highway 14 in some of the most beautiful, rolling countryside in all of Wisconsin.

Why should APT audience members visit The Old Feed Mill?

For 30 years it has been a popular spot for those visiting the beautiful countryside of southwestern Wisconsin.

The Old Feed Mill has been featured in Midwest Living Magazine and on the Food Network as “The Best of Country Cuisine.” Savor the Old Feed Mill’s award-winning pot roast, taste our incredible chef's specialties and indulge in our famous bread pudding. Only twenty minutes west of Middleton on Highway 14, The Old Feed Mill is a convenient stop on your way to the play.

The harmony of the landscape and the rural history of the small country village of Mazomanie can be seen in every detail of The Old Feed Mill. Rough-sawn beams, original wood floors and authentic stonework blend together with the unique décor to create a sense of country elegance.

What other stops should people explore on their next trip to Mazomanie and beyond?

• House on the Rock
• Wollersheim Winery
• Taliesin Preservation
• American Players Theatre
• The communities of Mazomanie and Spring Green