Horrible customer service. I never received an order and had to contact this business four times within a week to obtain a delivery date. Offering me a 20% discount on future orders (while trying to find out if my first order was ever going to arrive), instead of getting my first order correct is magical thinking on their part, as I will never order from this business again. When the cheese finally arrived this morning, it was very soft and the bottom of the box was wet from the no-longer-frozen freeze packs which had leaked all over the bottom of the package. The cheese was immediately refrigerated, but it's a good thing I was home when the delivery arrived. I should have purchased the cheese locally. read more

Class Review : Wine and Cheese Pairing The class was packed on the Friday before Memorial day weekend. The Sommelier was less than engaging :( She was factual but not dynamic. Wines were good. The Fromager was very animated and the cheeses were very good. Here is my issue with this class- for $90, I expected larger cheese portions and generous pours of wine. They didn't offer to replenish the stingy pours and it was difficult to truly enjoy the wine and cheese together. I have taken other wine and cheese classes before and I was hoping Murray's would have been the best ...well because they are Murray's after all. They kinda failed though and I would not recommend this class if you want your money's worth. read more

Very helpful and extremely knowledgeable about everything. Adam showed me a few new cheeses and Michael gave me a great dinner recommendation. read more

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This cheese shop is neat and orderly. Enter. Grab number. Wait for your number to be called. Be served by the some of the friendliest and knowledgeable cheesemongers in Manhattan. The person who helped me gave me a small sliver of the Challerhocker (aged cow's-milk cheese from a small creamery in Switzerland) to sample and I was sold! If you love cheese, this is the place for you. When purchasing, the minimum is a 1/4 lb. If you're planning to assemble a charcuterie board for a party or picnic, Murray's conveniently stocks a great array of cured meats too. If you're in a huge rush, Murray's offers pre-packaged meat/cheese/dried fruit combos to boot. Murray's really did think of everything. Everyone in Murray's, even the cashier, whom I asked for a recommendation (he suggested Pleasant Ridge), know their cheesy stuff. The only downside is that it can take some time to get service. Other than that, excellent cheese shop! read more

So glad I discovered Murray's, the staff was phenomenal, beyond helpful in assisting me while I was indecisive choosing a few cheeses to try. The craft beer selection is fantastic, they carry Maine brewing which is rare to find and great! The olive/antipasti bar in the back was fully stocked when I was there and everything looked fresh and delicious! Murray's will be my new go to when entertaining! read more

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I've been ordering from Murray's for over 10 years now and their cheeses are always in perfect shape. Even the one time they had to substitute something, what I got was even better than what I originally ordered. This year I received some Tete de Moine that was not cut evenly which makes it hard to use on the Girolle. I sent them a note in email and within hours Macy let me know I could get a refund or a reshipment. I opted for another shipment of course and within 6 hours of my original email I got the tracking number for the new shipment, no charge. Thank you Murray's and thank you Macy for your professionalism and great service. read more

Hi friends and neighbors The story of Murrys and Cielo ( The master Olympian gold medal cheese monger) who Kroger fired as soon as they bought the store ( cutting corners which is what a supermarket chain does" )They told cielo ( The smartest most dedicated cheese monger ever) that they could hire two kids for the money they paid him. However the Murrys magic left with him . The hundred of platters and packages that Cielo prepared with some of the worlds best cheeses and hand picked snacks ( As he traveled the world for them going to the cave and beyond choosing only the very most special cheeses anywhere on earth . WE ALL MISS HIM AND VOWED NEVER TO SHOP AT THE HEARTLESS MONEY HUNGRY OWNERS INVESTMENT!! If you value Quality and integrity DONT SHOP THERE!!!!! Cielo gave Murrys soul and he made sure endless folks smiled when they tasted his picks . All our friends stopped shopping there and I tell anyone looking in the window the story. Don't think for a minute that they'll buy cheaper products whenever they can and are fooling the customers thinking Oh It's Murrys but it's not really Murrys anymore! I'm Telling folks the truth that Cielo dedicated decades building this business and the past owners that sold to Kroger's should have put a stipulation with an extension for Cielo and watch out for someone who gave you SO MUCH . Thanks for listening read more

Love this store. They probably have the best selection of cheeses in the area. My favorites are blues and Parmesan. And some bread. So good read more

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I've been going to Murray's since the shop was a tiny little place on Cornelia Street. The best selection the best service. This last visit was so special since the cheese specialist gave us incredible samples with sometimes chocolate or lemon olive oil to go with the cheese. The care they take with no pressure and such enjoyment is infectious. I brought a friend from London and he was blown away. Best cheese shop in the city hands-down. read more

I got a cheese sandhwich with fig on it and it was phenomenal! The sweetness of the fig really tied the sand which together. It was really filling, especially considering the low price for the area! There were also so many interesting cheeses to look at, and the people who work there can really help you find what you're looking for. I would definitely go again read more

I LOOOOOOVE cheese. This place is the cheese Mecca. Bleu cheese is probably my favorite, and the varieties they have here are mind-blowing. It's amazing. The people who work there know their stuff too, and they'll let you try pretty much anything there you want. If you want amazing cheese, just go here. You won't regret it. read more

I loved going to Murray's Cheese Shop on Bleeker St. in the West Village, pre-pandemic. I also appreciate the fact that there had to be changes made to keep people working and safe, so I will cut this location some slack. However I really felt terrible after spending my hard earned money there his evening. The woman who waited on me was rude and brash. Unlike what I am used to but I felt she did not want to wait on me and that I was a bother! If it wasn't for the nice cashier who pleasantly smiled and said "thank you", I'd say the entire experience was a downer. Customer service rules and I don't have to spend my money where people don't appreciate it! Bring back your pre-covid staff (attitude) and I'll return - probably soon because the Pecorino Tartufello is the absolute bomb! The selections were cool but the store has lost its "Marketable Charm" maybe because I expected jollier service? I visited on Friday 9/10/21 at around 5:30 PM and the person who waited on me was a POC. A little courtesy will go a long way! Disappointed. read more

This was an unexpected, wholly amazing experience. We were able to try cheeses for 15 minutes and then bought a flight of our five favorite for $12.99. Such a fun and delicious way to spend some time in Greenwich Village. You don't want to miss the shop! read more

I had the incredible opportunity to enjoy a beer and cheese tasting class hosted by cavemaster Josh and educational beer guru Angela...and I couldn't recommend them more. A cheese class could be intimidating for some, swirling with cliches of snootiness and inaccessibly stinky cheeses...but Josh and Angela were completely unpretentious and paired up 5 tasty cheeses with 5 well-considered beers. Along with the 5 tasting beers, we were generously given unlimited pours of a very solid kolsh. Walking into this class, I didn't have much more than rudimentary ideas about how beer and cheese were made...but this didn't detract from the experience at all. Josh quipped "that's why this is a class," and was more than happy to explain the cheesemaking process and his role as "cheese ager" or affineur. Angela was happy to "geek out" over beer science and carbonation; and both teachers really came to the table ready to teach and talk about their passions. Having a packet to take notes on was a great touch! Out of the 5 cheeses (including their prize-winning cheddar) my husband and I really enjoyed all 5, and ended up purchasing their cheddar and the pria azul bleu cheese. Out of the 6 beers, we loved 5 and really enjoyed how they paired with the different cheeses. My favorite was a blackberry Sour Wench beer with an oozey Robiola. This experience was a great treat, and I'd definitely try it again! We left full from the cheese and snacks, and satisfyingly tipsy from the beer. read more

I have been wanting to go here for a while, and was very excited to finally visit. I myself have some knowledge of cheese and am familiar with some other shops in the city. I was blown away by the size of the store and the sheer amount of cheeses in the case. It was definitely a bit overwhelming. It was the weekend and it was pretty busy. I was nervous about holding up the line and taking too much of the cheesemonger's time because they already seemed over-worked. Thankfully it cleared out a bit right before my number was called. We asked about some cheeses we found interesting and just went for some others. The person helping us was great and really knew her stuff. She let us sample some of the meats as well. I was kind of surprised they didn't have any pate, but the sliced meat we went with was delicious. In addition to cheese and meats they have a good selection of jams, beverages, beer, chocolates, and basically everything you'd want to pair your goodies with. I definitely plan on coming back, but maybe during the week when it hopefully isn't as crowded. read more

Murray's Cheese - Bleecker - Cheeseboard I made from my purchases. Pate is NOT from Murray's - Cheese Shops Near Me - New York, New York

Fancy cheese but good cheese. If you are looking for something, chances are they have it. I'd give it 5 due to the selection of everything alone but the prices were quite high. read more

Sub-par cheese class My wife and I took the Cheese 101 class at Murray's and were not particularly impressed. The $80, allegedly 90 minute class only lasted about 45 minutes. The cheese, wine, and nuts were all enjoyable, but the class mostly consisted of, "Taste the next cheese...what do you think? What do you taste?" We were hoping for more depth in terms of what cheeses go best with certain wines or certain foods, or a bit more background into the cheese making process. The instructor basically asked the students if we liked the cheese and what notes we tasted, and then we moved on. It all felt a bit rushed, uninformative, and frankly, overpriced. We definitely won't be taking another class. read more

Murray's is a cheese institution in the city. Their variety is always impressive and the quality of the cheeses I've tried is worth the higher prices. It is a great place to bring foodies that are visiting NYC - and that is what I did yesterday. The grilled cheese named after the shop looks like a regular sandwich, but the three cheese blend makes it special. It had the right amount of cheese without getting too messy. Everything was on point. I took off 1 star because of the rudeness towards my friend who was visiting from another country. She had an old dollar bill and they looked at it for a second and said it was not real at her face - mind you that none of them seemed to know how to handle cash. I am ok with not knowing it and politely turning it down, but the attitude was very rude. read more

First off, the smells when you walk into the shop is amazing, because they make fresh sandwiches to order in the shop as well in a separate section. The people behind the counter were really friendly and knowledgeable . The guy who helped me (I can't remember his name) gave me a sample of the Comté Saint Antoine when i said I liked Swiss style cheeses. I tried a couple of others as well but the first choice stuck with me and I ended up getting a 1/4lb of it. Note that I've been trying to cheeses that I really liked at farmers market and at other cheese shops but to no avail. So imagine my joy when I was presented with the Comté. Other of my favorites that I sampled were the Romano and the Alex - cheeses that I'll probably get when I visit next time. read more

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I highly recommend Murray's Whiskey Cheddar. One of the best cheeses I've had in years. Worth the diarrhea if you're lactose intolerant. (10 stars out of 10) read more

Cheese galore!!!! The mozzarella cheese class at Murrays was such awesome experience! You start with with a cheese plate, white/red wine that pours freely throughout the class and switch to making your own balls of mozzarella from the curds. During the entire ordeal you get your hands a little dirty, learn about cheese and leave with 2 mozzarella balls you've made along with cheese curds to try everything at home. read more

Murray's Cheese - Bleecker - Mozzarella Class @ Murrays Cheese Shop - Cheese Shops Near Me - New York, New York

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Does your lady friend love soft, sublimely creamy cheeses? Of course she does. They all do. So buy her the Nettle Meadow Kunik. It is absurdly rich and tasty, and it might just make her love your uncouth, ugly ass. But be careful. With a nice sleeve of crackers and a good venison kielbasa, you might finish a whole wheel of this $25/lb. delight before you know what happened. And if for some reason the Kunik doesn't fulfill your every need, the staff at Murray's will happily, enthusiastically help you find whatever it is you might want. It doesn't matter if you're looking for a salty bleu to melt atop an aged sirloin steak, the perfect blend to mix with macaroni, or a nice variety to create a plate for a party...they have it, and they'll let you taste until you discover exactly what you need. read more

When Faicco's next door was closed for holiday, Murray's won my business and a new fan. A gorgeous spread of meats and cheese filled two deli cases. The refrigerator section of composed side salads, made from scratch pastas, sauces and such made me wish it wasn't so damn hot out and made me want to enjoy cooking just a tad. I don't like olives, but even I was impressed with their olive bar and took a circle around it to admire all their offerings. I did the happy dance inside when I saw they carried Red Jacket juices and bought as much as I could carry. A package of quince paste made me smile and you know I snagged that as well. I pulled a number to order my sandwich but the sweet girl behind the counter let me know that you only pull a number if you want to order meats and cheeses. I went to Faicco's for a good ol Italian sub. I didn't see anything of sort on Murray's menu so I went the complete opposite direction aid ordered the Solstice. It read like heaven between two slices of bread. Goat cheese, fig spread, pecans, fried safe leaves. It had all the flavor profiles of a well thought out combo of ingredients. Slightly warn, rich, creamy, goat cheese. The fig spread was thick and sweet. The pecans added textures. The fried sage cut through the richness of the cheese and complimented the sweetness of the spread oh so well. Easy to get to off of nearly every subway line. I'll be back to Murray's for my Red Jacket juice fix, cheese & meat needs. read more

Murray's Cheese - Bleecker - Solstice; goat cheese, fig spread, pecans, fried sage, on thick cut toasted wheat - Cheese Shops Near Me - New York, New York

skip the kiosk version at Grand Central & come to this LOCATION IN WEST VILLAGE!!! samples IN EVERY NOOK & CRANNY of this store!! take a number & let the workers fill you w/ samples & knowledge about the large selection of unique cheeses! there's a 1/4 lb. minimum purchase per cheese ----tarentaise: interesting cheese, one of the worker's favorites! ----bleu de auvergne: creamy blue cheese w/ just the right amount of kick! murray's also stocks dairy products, kitchenware for cheese, breads from tom cat bakery & others OR you can hop over to amy's bread next door (i love their italian bread) STAMP CARDS for 10% off your 11th puchase for the frequent visitors CAVE TOURS downstairs of their cheese aging processes read more

Stop #1 on Famous Fat Dave's food tour: Murray's Cheese Shop. We didn't actually get to experience Murray's for ourselves. Dave arrived a little late for out tour with a peace offering in hand - a slab of cheese from Murray's. I like cheese but unless I have crackers or a baguette I don't usually eat entire hunks of it. This Pecorino Ginepro might be the finest cheese I've ever tasted. I happily ate big chunks of the stuff. I tried to save my appetite by only eating half the slab (we did have 5 hours of a food tour to go and cheese is something that would keep the rest of the evening, better than say, a Coney Island Nathan's dog), but later I came to regret this decision. I put the other half in the refrigerator where we were staying, and the people living there ate the other half before I woke up. That's how you know it's good. But still, damn, I lost my cheese half. Anyway, best cheese I've ever tasted. read more

Poor service. We wanted to get some cheese to pair with ice wine we bought from Niagara. The first statement out of the guy's mouth was "Why are you standing by the meats if you want to buy cheese?" All we asked was for a cheese recommendation and since I didn't want to put up with his attitude, I just walked away. If you want a cheese shop that will help you put together a cheese plate, it seems like Murray's is no longer the place. Gone are all the friendly cheese mongers who want to help you pick out a cheese that will compliment your wine. read more

I admit, I have not been very adventurous when it comes to cheese so outside of the usual sharp cheddar, provolone and pepper jack cheese, I am a novice. So, when Jim and I decided to do a wine and cheese pairing with the wines we brought back from our trip to Napa, I knew exactly the place to go. I was overwhelmed by the varieties of cheeses this place has. We didn't know where to start so we asked one of the staff members for HALP. She said anyone behind the counter could definitely give us some ideas for cheeses that would go well with our Rose and Cabernet. The number system seems to work really well in here and before you know it, we were called before you know it and told the guy helping us we had no clue what to pair our wines with. He was like, no problem and knew exactly what to give us. We settled on three cheeses: Podda (good with both wines), Meadow Creek Grayson (for the cab) and Leonora (for the rose). Murray's also has an extensive olive bar and we wanted some of that as well. We settled on the Castelventrano olives which were delicious. Rounded off the plate with some water crackers and we were all set. We already had some sausage at home so that was that. All in all, my shopping experience at Murray's was excellent. I cannot wait to take one of their cheese classes. This is the go to place for knowledgeable and friendly service and of course great cheese! read more

Murray's Cheese - Bleecker - Natasha's cheese plate comprised of delights from Murray's - Cheese Shops Near Me - New York, New York

So I've been dying to check out this store for a while now but honestly, my first experience there wasn't so great. I ordered a few items to go and it was burnt. I love eating fried cheese curd but they burned mine. I also noticed that all those fried items were pre-fried and just reheated again in a small convection oven on a small cast iron for customers. I will give it another try again one day and hopefully the food would be better. Otherwise the rest of the store have great variation of cheese, dips, meats, etc. read more

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I love cheese, so no surprises that I love this store. I am always a little overwhelmed when I come to the store, however, the staff is ever so helpful. My only gripe is that everything besides the cheese is just crazy expensive. I really would love to come back here someday and try their famed grilled cheese. read more

TRUFFLE SMOKED GOUDA IS THE BEST. The staff is extremely attentive and they really know their cheeses.

Its ok. We went expecting a great fondue. At lunch time there was only raclette. They madr an exception adn gave us fondue. It wasnt great. Expensive. read more

ordered a chocolate bobka for. company it came stale and awful When I complained they offered me a 15% discount on future orders VERY DISAPPOINTED POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE read more

This is definitely one of the best cheese spots in the city. One of my employers bought me a cheese set from here and every thing was amazing! The best by far was the cloth aged Cabot cheese paired with the fig spread. Also love the sweet thin crackers from Spain. The selection here is astounding and there is something good at every price point! If you're around close to closing time their sandwiches are two for one. So it's a great affordable next day's lunch read more

I'm in love with the Devil. And by Devil, I mean my awesome Murray's Cheese Shop expert/blogger/badass "Devil" Michael who let me sample around 20 different types of meat and cheeses much to my pleasure. A debate on which Italian prosciutto to buy became a 45 minute taste bud journey consisting of stuffing myself with speck and prosciutto and resola and Gorgonzola and blue cheese and goat cheese and pecorino something and Lord knows what else. We also were given pairings of cheese with honey and a spicy pepper sauce which I had never had before. He even let me sample the $100/lb Serrano Jamon that I had been dying to try forever but was too afraid to ask for. Totally nom noms. I wish I hadn't just eaten dinner before this food orgy as it stuffed me to the brim! Basically, I love coming here... and I love eating here. It is my favorite specialty shop in the area. Actually, it's my favorite specialty shop in Manhattan (emphasize Manhattan since I've got my Brooklyn places that I adore). Excellent selection. Excellent service. Excellent quality. Gotta love Murray's. read more

This review is for the mozzarella making class. They offer these classes a few times a month for about $100 a person. I think the price is definitely worth it! You sit down to a full glass of red wine, a plate of cheese, and some nuts and dried fruit. Then the teacher pours a glass of prosecco. The wine is pretty much bottomless so drink up! By the time the class even started I was on my third. :) The instructor was knowledgable, funny, and kept to only the facts to which a classroom full of drunken adults could focus their attention. After a few teaching points we tasted the cheeses on our plates. There were all different stages of mozzarella to try. Then we get to the messy part. Yes, you will stick you hands in terribly hot water and massage some cheese curds. Then make farting noises. Such great fun! You end up making 2 mozzarella balls to bring home. Then he also gave us some curds to try making mozzarella again at home. So fun! Go do this immediately! Bring the person you love! Great date night: interactive, low-key. read more

Murray's Cheese - Bleecker - Class from the back row - Cheese Shops Near Me - New York, New York

Stinky! Bloomy! Hard-Rinded! Before my Cheese 101 class, these adjectives simply sounded like descriptions of ex-boyfriends or various stages of relationships gone wrong. But now, a bit more well versed in the world of curds and whey, I just know that these are descriptions of MUST HAVE cheeses for my next cocktail party cheese plate, assembled with care. I remember reading this comprehensive New Yorker profile on Murray's Cheese Shop a few years ago (before they moved from one side of Bleecker to the other) and that's when I knew I had to visit this NY family-business staple and at least try to widen my cheese scope, so to speak. Murray's puts serious effort into tracking down the perfect molds from around the world. They have imports from small farms and all the staff members and interns know their stuff. I wish I could find the link to the article! I'll just say that it really put me in Murray's corner since they've been around the city so long and have taken such pride and care in their business. I have visited the store before and sort of enjoyed perusing the products on display, but it was only after last night's class that I can confidently order a hard pressed (I think it's hard-pressed; I have to consult my notes) Roncal, and know to buy a jar of fig spread for a perfect accompaniment. Anyway, the class, though pricey, is pretty awesome. They make you feel classy and I really took time to appreciate and enjoy what I was putting in my mouth. For a second (it was when I was eating the Roncal), I actually felt like I was relaxing in a French cottage (even though the cheese is from Spain), sipping champagne and noshing on dried cherries and nuts. Our instructor knew A LOT about cheese. He centers his vacations around various cheese hot spots around the world, so you know he's got expertise. When you get to the classroom (a room with big glass windows, upstairs, looking down on the rest of the store), your place is already set up with a mini cheese plate. Six cheeses are neatly arranged and your place is set with a glass of champagne, a glass of red wine and a glass for spring water. Throughout the entire class, a Murray's staff member generously refilled our glasses, and the instructor urged us to try certain cheese with either the Cava or the red wine. I definitely suggest splurging for your own edification, or to impress a date. I now feel like I at least know when to and when NOT to eat the rinds. I also feel empowered to snub my nose at "industrial Brie." (so kidding, I'm not there yet). read more

AMAZING cheese shop in the West Village! Staff are all super friendly and offer you any type of cheese you want before you actually buy. I went in knowing that I wanted an aged goat gouda and the staff member who helped me was spot on with her recommendation. I ended up taking home a generous quarter pound of one year aged gouda (personal indulgence for the next few days) for only $5, so prices are also super reasonable. It seems like there are also some prepared foods, lox etc. that you can get in addition to satisfying your cheese cravings. If you're going for cheese remember to take a number when you get into the store! read more

Holy cheeses, Batman! Yes, you heard Robin correctly. Murray's has all your Swiss cheese needs, and then some. It's a veritable cheese emporium, with probably over 50 cheeses, meats and snackables for your pleasure. Not to mention an added bonus - some of the best takeaway grilled cheeses the West Village has to offer. If you're a first timer, stick with the classic. If you're not... well, you probably don't need my review anyway. Personal favourite: Grilled Bacon Cheese. read more

Murray's Cheese - Bleecker - Cheese Shops Near Me - New York, New York

I've been coming in here regularly due Covid - I used to get my cheese at a place on the UWS ... cheese selection at Murray's is good - and the store is nice.. but there is something wrong with the customer service side - the people at the cash checkout never smile, or say hi, or thank you.. and today, none of Murray's brand cheese products in the self service cases were labeled with prices - when I asked about this, the woman just shrugged her shoulders and said "they must have just put them out" .. like what's the big deal? Right... so I guess it's just so great the price doesn't matter? read more

Did the cheese 101 class. It was worth every dollar. Even with the annoying guy next to me that had to chime in every conversation and thought he was funny. Nothing worse then laughing at your own jokes especially when no else laughs. Hint, your not funny. Shut up and eat your cheese. The ex-cheese-monger that taught the class was very informative. Probably going to take a class down in their cheese cave one day. Who would of thought that Murray's has 5 cheese caves under their shop floor. read more

Murray's Cheese - Bleecker - Bird's eye view - Cheese Shops Near Me - New York, New York

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