Grabbed an 8 oz mac and cheese. It's simple, but done really well. The cheese is rich and sharp with a deep flavor, and the pasta is cooked just right so it stays creamy without turning mushy. It has that slightly baked finish on top that adds a nice texture. Portion was perfect for a quick bite, but it's filling for what it is. You can also see them making cheese in the shop, which adds to the whole experience. The place gets busy, but the line moves fast and the staff keeps things organized. Everything came out hot and fresh. Definitely one of those must try spots when you're at Pike Place. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

First timers here! This place was recommended by several of my friends who have frequented Seattle. If you're an avid cheese enthusiast like myself, then don't skip this place! You can literally see the staff working diligently and efficiently to make the wonderful fresh goodness! Fortunately we came at the perfect timing. Kudos to the front staff for making the line go by smoothly! Their menu is simple and straight forward, which I like! They also have merch and free samples of their flagship cheese that day...so good! Don't remember if I saw seating inside, but you can enjoy your yummies with the view of the water nearby. It's no wonder why this place is a local and visitor favorite! I can still taste the deliciousness of Smoked Salmon Mac & Cheese...everything in it just works!! A must try folks, and get the 16oz because I didn't (*tear*). It's THAT good!!! LOL! CHEERS and happy eating till next time... read more

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We went to Beecher's Handmade Cheese during a weekday to finally try their famous mac and cheese. Unfortunately, my group didn't really understand the hype. The mac and cheese was quite watery and had a noticeable lemony taste that we weren't expecting. It just didn't feel rich or comforting the way we thought it would be. I can say we've tried it because of its reputation, but it's not something we would order again. read more

Another successful tourist trap! We were walking around Pike's place on a Saturday so pretty busy but thankfully we only waited about 5 minutes in line for some Mac and cheese. We just got a small bowl and I think it's perfect for sharing and they serve it piping hot! Mac and cheese was delicious and had an amazing bold cheddar flavor. The sauce is on the runnier side so my hack is to get a demi baguette from the French bakery nearby anti soak up all that extra sauce! read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've been in Seattle for over three years and I can't believe that I haven't tried Beechers. Beechers usually has a huge line, so plan accordingly. You can see where they make their cheese and that's pretty cool. Highly recommend their Mac n cheese. I don't even like Mac n cheese but ended up loving this one. Can't wait to go back again. read more

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Good mac and cheese. The store wasn't that busy when I visited and the line moved quickly. I got a small serving of the smoked salmon mac and cheese, and am glad I didn't get a larger portion. It's pretty rich, heavy on the dill and salty. There were decent sized chunks of salmon in it. You can watch the cheese get made next door via a huge glass window. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Smoked salmon mac and cheese, small - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This review went into drafts and I did not post. Here goes, I love watching them make cheese, the line was long and you can see people enjoying their grilled cheese sandwich. The reason I gave them a 4 is due to when I placed my order I gave them detailed information on my food allergies. They said no problem what I ordered will be fine. Long story short, my friend knows my allergies. She looked at the sandwich and I was given the wrong one. I will like to clarify that they did make it right afterwards, but if you live with food allergies this might not have gone well. Thankfully all well and grill cheese delicious. read more

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Beecher's was my favorite food that I tried at Pike Place Market. I visited Seattle on a business trip and had to make a stop at Pike Place Market. After stalking TikTok for all the best spots, Beecher's was at the top of my list, especially because I love their frozen mac and cheese. Located right across from the main sign, the shop was busy but small. There is no seating, only a long counter where you can stand and eat. The staff were very friendly and talkative and gave me some great recommendations. I ended up getting the grilled cheese, tomato soup, and mac and cheese. The grilled cheese was buttery and crispy and had their delicious Flagship cheese on it. The tomato soup might be some of the best I have ever had. It was so well seasoned and creamy. The mac and cheese tasted just like the frozen version, so I probably would not order that again. Overall, I really enjoyed this meal, and if I ever find myself in Seattle again, I will definitely be back. read more

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A cool place to visit in Pike Place and grab some cheesy meals! Their Mac & Cheese was tasty. It was more so of a "pasta" style Mac & Cheese versus a baked Mac & Cheese. With the penne noodles and a bit more wet cream cheese sauce, so no cheese pull but it was good! I'd add a little salt, pepper, maybe a few other seasonings to add more flavor but also was good as is. The ambiance was rustic and gave old fashion Seattle vibes. Customer service was nice, and it was really cool to see the cheese being made fresh in house! read more

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Aight this is lowkey embarrassing but... fam I've actually never had beecher's before BUT that all changed today. And yeah, I get the hype! The Mac and cheese was gasssss station. It's got a lil kick to it, which is super nice. The cheese is cheesing. The macaroni they use/the way they cook it just matches up perfectly. The only thing I wish they did differently.. or at least had an option to add is.. some form of protein hahaha. They did have a smoked salmon option but idk. I feel guilty eating just mac and cheese bc your boy is cutting. Some grilled chicken or something would be fire. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Next time you're in Seattle make sure to stop here and try the Mac n cheese. Soooo yummy!! Quick, friendly service. And you can see them making cheese! Loved it. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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So excited to try Beecher's! We ordered the mac and cheese and the flagship grilled cheese and both tasted very similar! The cheese was subtle, yet has a tiny funk to it which I loved. I wished both had a sharper cheese flavor because I am a sharp cheddar girl through and through. I do love tomatoes in my grilled cheese though so that's a plus. Overall, not bad. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Grilled Cheese Sandwich - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Cheese? Say no more. This was probably one of friendlier store fronts, when you walk in you're instantly greeted with the smell of cheesy, bready, garlicy goodness. I instantly thought of my friend Jenny who used to make cheese on her farms, it made my heart happy seeing the cool cheese machine. They had a bunch of samples to try out and I was so grateful, I wish we could have the chance to take more cheese home, I picked up some cheese sticks that I snacked on later and my husband order the Breadzel, he didn't want to share but I forced him and it was perfectly warm and so needed on such a cold day. Definitely a must when coming to Pikes Market. read more

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Spotted this place while walking to Pike's Place Market and made a mental note to stop by before leaving Seattle. When you walk by you can see the team making and stirring and participating in the handmade cheese process. Their menu lists a handful or two of items- one being world's best Mac and cheese. I'm a huge fan of Mac and cheese and unfortunately I felt a little disappointed. It was not really cheesy but pretty soupy. The flavor itself was pretty good and had that "homemade" taste but when we ate the noodles, we were left with a cheese soup for most of our cup. I'd be interested in trying their grilled cheese if I came back. read more

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I stopped by to try the Mac n Cheese that was recommended by some friends. The staff were polite, but there wasn't much need for interaction as I walked in knowing what I wanted to order. The Mac n Cheese was hot and served quickly after I ordered. They are known for making their own cheese at the restaurant and it was nice to see the process while we were in the small restaurant. The Mac n Cheese was so good. Definitely creamy and cheesy! It's a must try when you see a Beechers. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I came here while on a food crawl in Pike Place and was recommended by everyone we had to check it out!! There was a short line but it moved fairly quick and the Mac n cheese had its own serving line right there. The Mac n cheese was STEAMY so we gave it a few minutes to cool down while standing by the glass area watching the workers make the cheese. The Mac is more on the soupy side and I thought penne was an interesting choice but WOW it worked!! The cheese was sharp and tangy and just so yummy. We ended up getting a baguette at a nearby bakery to sop up the rest of the cheese sauce and that was definitely the move. 10/10 lives up to the hype! read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Mac & Cheese Small - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stopped by this place whole wandering Pike's Place, what caught my attention was that they show how the cheese is made in the giant vats and the mixers stirring. The sample cheese was tasty. We had the smoked salmon mac and cheese, but be ready for a sharp cheddar taste. No seating standing room alone, worth stopping by! read more

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Iconic cheese shop in front of Pike Place Market. I love walking by even when I'm not grabbing anything to see if I can watch the cheese making process through the giant window. Lots of cheese and cheese curds to take home, but Beecher's also has a lot of food options to enjoy right there at the side counter. I love their mac n cheese with salmon, and the tuna melt is also a tasty option. It can get really crowded and busy especially during tourist season, but the staff are always friendly. Grilled sandwiches tend to take longer though. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Tuna Melt - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Just had their classic mac and cheese. It was pretty quick to get in despite the bustling crowd and it was cool seeing the cheese process in the window. I don't think I've had better mac and cheese from a spot. It was super flavorful, the cheese was rich, and the noodles were a good chew. I don't think I could eat a large but any mac and cheese lover would have a blast here read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - World's Best Mac and Cheese Small - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ughhh I love their Mac and cheese! I've gotten their frozen ones from Costco back in SoCal for thanksgiving and just had to try it fresh when I came to Seattle! It was so creamy and rich I've been seeing tiktok memes of the workers and honestly they're pretty accurate. They will roll their eyes at you and dismiss you but at at least they hand you the mac and cheese right away so I didn't really care There's a standing table right next to the window of where they make their cheese so it's pretty cool to watch! read more

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I recently traveled to Seattle for fun and saw this huge line near the pike. I stopped in to take a peek and realized it was a restaurant/store known for their famous mac & cheese. I asked a few people in line if it was worth the wait and they said yes! The line went very quickly, and I was really impressed with how organized the store was. The store is chaos because of how many people, but well maintained and clean. They even have an area to see how the cheese has made. My friend was also given samples, and she purchased the cheese curds, which were delicious! I ordered the mac & cheese and the Breadzel. I loved both but my favorite was the Breadzel, it's a pretzel type bread bursting with flavor with the perfect amount of crunch! If you're ever near a Beechers, it's a must to stop in! read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Amazing mac and cheese! It was so cool getting to watch them make the cheese right in front of us. Pike Place Market itself was such a fun experience, and stopping here made it even better. The whole place had great energy, the cheese was incredibly rich and flavorful, and the mac and cheese was easily one of the best I've had. Definitely worth the stop if you're visiting the market! read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very well known place that makes their own cheese. You can literally watch next door where they make it and it is quite impressive. In the storefront, they use their cheese in all sorts of foods made. Sandwiches, pastas and pre packaged cheese you can just munch on. There was a line but also a railing where you could stand and eat as well. Some items definitely on the pricier end but I definitely felt the hype. We got some cheese curds which were super tasty. A cool spot to stop at if you're at Pikes place market and you enjoy cheese! read more

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Grabbing a grilled cheese from Beecher's Handmade Cheese on a chilly Seattle morning before boarding our cruise was the best decision. The bread was perfectly crisp on the outside, warm and buttery, with that rich, melty cheese pulling apart in the most satisfying way. It was simple, comforting, and exactly what you want on a somewhat cold waterfront day -- like a cozy little send-off before setting sail. read more

Tried the World Famous Mac and Cheese, the Smoked Salmon Mac And Cheese was sold out! But we went at the end of the day, they even called out that sandwiches were sold out- so we went on a Saturday afternoon, so keep that in mind. Located in Seattle's Pike Place Market, this was one of the spots I kept reading about, so had to try it. The World's Famous Mac and Cheese was good- the cheese is homemade- Artisan cheese- reminded me of a White Cheddar taste.Also long lines but I went on a Saturday! read more

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I sincerely enjoy this spot every time and on a Monday it was not too chaotic. We ordered the Mac n cheese and salmon Mac n cheese. As we stood there eating it, we watched as they drained the cheese and were stirring it. The Mac n cheese is truly reach so we only got 8oz. It was a perfect treat to continue exploring the Pike Place Market. I definitely say some here and try it. It is one of a kind. The service members are so nice too. read more

This is the original Beecher's cheese location! Totally worth the 2-minute wait for some cheesy goodness. It's not going to be your five-cheese, seasoned (hopefully) mac-and-cheese you get on Thanksgiving, but you can taste the fresh cheese better this way. Bonus points, you get to stare at the expert cheese-makers through the windows while you eat. Take a picture if you're extra creepy! 10/10 would come back read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Let's get trapped in this tourist trap together. We stopped by on a Friday evening and there was no line. It was super quick to get the mac and cheese but took about 10 minutes to get the grilled cheese. I agree with a fellow reviewer on the mac and cheese- the noodles were well coated but the cheese sauce was on the thin side. It was slightly grainy to me too. So... I don't know about this being the world's best. The grilled cheese is a different story. Would definitely get it again and take it over to the popular chowder spot to dip it in the seafood bisque! read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - World's Best Mac and Cheese Small- not bad, very slight grainy texture. Grilled cheese is better - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went here on a Thursday afternoon. Wait was about 6 minutes in line, but that's expected for Pike's Place. I got the Mac and cheese and grilled cheese, and ate at a counter where you could see the cheese in the making, it's very cool. There isn't very many places to sit inside, but it was still a nice experience. read more

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Cheese is my favorite food so of course I had to stop by here! My friends and I came here on a Saturday and the line wan't bad and moved super quickly. I love that you can see the process of them making the cheese, although it does get pretty cramped and crowded! There wasn't a place for us to stand in the store so we ended up just standing in a little corner outside and eating our food. It definitely had a very quick grab and go vibe! We got the kimchi grilled cheese and the smoked salmon mac and cheese. For the grilled cheese, the primary flavor came from the kimchi, but I definitely still tasted the cheese. It was so crispy and the slight tartness helped to cut the richness of the cheese. The smoked salmon mac and cheese tasted exactly like what it sounded like. It was perfect and I loved the hint of dill! Their cheese tastes homemade and is the perfect amount of richness. I'd definitely recommend this place for all cheese lovers like me! read more

We were visiting Seattle and spent the morning and afternoon on our first day in the area because we couldn't get into our Air BnB yet. I'd heard a lot about this place so knew we wanted to try it. We got the regular mac and cheese. It's penne pasta with a creamy cheese sauce. It's definitely good and very rich but I don't think it's as good as it's hyped up to be. Later in the week we tried the mac and cheese with salmon. It was also good but we liked the plan mac and cheese better. It's definitely a must try but maybe lower your expectations just a bit from all the hype you hear. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Small mac and cheese. It was good but not worth the hype. - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I honestly did not believe the hype when it came to this place but boy am I glad I was wrong! This spot was so yummy yummy to my tummy! The hubs and I throughly enjoyed it. We shared a small 8oz and it was honestly just enough. The cheese is so good but it is really rich! It honesty reminded me more of a delicious pasta at a fancy restaurant because the cheese was so rich, not a Mac and cheese which sounds like a kids dinner. I say if you're around it's a must try especially if you love cheese! read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

When I was looking at things to do at the market, Beecher was on several list. There wasn't a line when I went and we were served quite quick. I ordered the smallest size they had and the Mac and cheese was pretty good. It was creamy and tasted "clean" if that makes sense (nothing like Kraft in a box). There's a little bar window area where you can eat while watching how everything is made. For me, I wish it was a little saltier. It was kinda plain for me. By the way, I passed by this Mac and cheese at Costco and realized I have ate it before. I will say, the one at the physical location is much better than Costco. The Costco was even plainer than the one at Seattle. read more

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I had the chance to try Beecher's! I ordered a small macaroni and cheese. It was on the prices end, but fantastic nonetheless. There was a bit of a line to get through. There is stand up seating to the side. Napkins and forks are available. The place is fairly clean. Staff is friendly. I'll be back again in the future to try more! read more

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Oh Beecher's, how I love thee. From the cheese selection to the grilled cheese sandwiches to the mac n cheese - you gotta stop by Beecher's. And you can even see them making the cheese at this location too. The Pike Place location is iconic and the original. On this trip, I decided to try the smoked salmon mac n cheese. So yum! Lots of cheesy goodness with lemon, dill, and great salmon. Highly recommend! The line can get long, but it does move pretty quickly. The mac n cheeses are ready immediately. The sandwiches, naturally, have a wait to receive your order. Staff are friendly, patient, and helpful. There's a little ledge you can stand at to eat inside the shop (and watch the cheese being made). But when crowded, I like to just walk around and eat. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Smoked salmon mac n cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

100% worth all of the hype. We got the salmon Mac & cheese and it was amazing. Creamy and delicious. However, the real standout is the cheese curds. They are better than Wisconsin in my humble opinion Service was good but they looked tired from all the customers that day. More of a grab and go place so not a lot of areas to stand, let alone sit. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Mac & Cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This Mac made me rethink everything I thought I knew about Mac and cheese. It sent me to another planet. I forgot my girlfriend was sitting next to me. Get it. The turkey grilled cheese is super solid as well although the bread was very crispy and cut the roof of my mouth. Worth it though. read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Smoked Turkey Sandwich - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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As a Mac and cheese enthusiast, I had to get their famous Mac and cheese. That cheese sauce is everything! Very sharp and strong and super creamy. They have the Mac and cheese ready to serve since that place gets super packed. Because of this, the noodles were on the overcooked side but that's okay. The flavor makes up for it and I'd get it again if I come back to Seattle! I would love to try their sandwich as well as those looked really good too. There's no seating available. There's some standing room along a counter top area but that place was packing. It was cool to see them make cheese right in front of you though in their viewable cheese making station. read more

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I had my doubts but wow, yes, it was worth the hype! Quality cheese, decadent and ooey gooey goodness. The smallest size ended up being the perfect size. The richness of it all, makes the smallest size almost shareable! Service was fast and efficient despite the long lines. Casual establishment with a few areas to enjoy it while it's hot. Otherwise, you can find a spot outside to dig in if it's overly crowded. read more

This is a must stop when visiting Pike Place! Not only do they have a viewing area where you can see the cheese being made, you can purchase an assortment of cheeses (and curds), have a grilled cheese sandwich, or enjoy some homemade mac and cheese! They also have their frozen products available and even have a few that I have not seen in other traditional grocery stores, read more

Beecher's Handmade Cheese - Cheese curds in the making - Cheese Shops Near Me - Seattle, Washington