This place surpassed all my highly anticipated expectations again Actually one of my foodies friends highly recommended for me to try the pastrami and he was absolutely right. 1. The quality of ingredients is absolutely fantastic 2. The prices don't reflect that highly curated quality 3. The sizes were pretty generous 4. Customer service was amazing by the owner 5. Tables and seats inside and outside 6. Very clean 7. Great atmosphere 8. Amazing location Highly recommended read more

I love this store so much. The selection here is amazing. The quality and the variety of the cheese here is the best. You can easily find a cheese to love here. I always end up with so much cheese when shopping here. I love making cheese and charcuterie platters so this is a must stop for me from time to time. Great place for lunch as well. Prices are on the higher side but so is the quality and selection. Great customer service. Great ambiance for all cheese lovers and their friends. read more

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As others have said, I'm saddened by the closure of this amazing staple. Say Cheese was my go to place for picking up picnic offerings. It was always delicious, just right. I hope the owners are well and know that they were loved. read more

I am so sad to hear this place is closing. I have been a neighborhood fan of this establishment for two decades. I have loved shopping here and eating here and I think the owner is a remarkably generous and a wonderfully invested community member. Thank you for the years of wonderful cheese, food, and community oriented nature!! read more

I've been to Say Cheese to get a couple cheese platters for parties in the past and was always pleased with the quality of the cheese and the friendly and knowledgeable staff. Today, I decided to give their sandwiches a shot, and I'm really glad I did. I'm not sure why but I expected more of a grab and go kind of sandwich from a good market or deli, but what I got was definitely a step above. I was pleasantly surprised, I got the French No-Dip and the Barcelona. Both were absolutely delicious, had clearly high quality meats and cheeses and were on fresh bread, and came with a nice mixed green salad. I don't think they advertise their cafe offerings much, I had to ask for the menu, and the other side of the shop which looks like the cafe isn't open for seating, but they have a few tables and chairs outside. Anyway, I highly recommend the sandwiches here, I would say definitely the best in the Silverlake area! read more

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Delicious / unique / rare cheese and super cool owner!! They've also got a selection of cool imported crackers, pasta sauce, chips, and other charcuterie things We had the best Gouda I've ever had in my life read more

Perfect lunch break! Ordered my fave tuna melt and tried the paprika chips for the first time which were a nice twist. Also got the elderflower soda which was perfectly light, floral and not too sweet. On my way out I got some Parmesan, White Cheddar and Olive Oil. Can't wait to try these goodies when I get home! read more

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Say Cheese got that tuna melt down! Rosemary bread, delicious tuna and fantastic melted cheese. Comes with scrumptious spring salad which pair perfectly with the melt. Definitely worth it. read more

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I called Thursday afternoon for a Saturday morning order of a 10-person cheese plate. Both the presentation and flavor are out of this world Some of the best cheese I've ever had and the baked fig thing is amazing. My guests can't stop talking about and I can't stop eating it. I highly recommend this shop and will definitely order from them again. read more

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Tasty sandwiches made to order, phenomenal selections of cheeses and snacks for your cheese party, though the service can we quite slow even when just getting a 1/4lb of cheese. When asking for an 1/8th of a pound of a cheese I was told that I couldn't order less than a 1/4lb of any cheese which makes no sense to me, especially since I bought almost a pound of two other cheeses. When I asked the cashier why, he replied with "because 1/4lb is the smallest we offer." Okay... I've had so many cheeses here (Aged Gouda, triple cream brie, and sharp cheddar are top faves), I love the shopping area (They also stock my favorite truffle chips by Torres), and they have a good selection of wine to accompany that. I had a few sandwiches made for a small event here, and the attention to detail was phenomenal. Parking is available behind the store (a huge plus if you don't want to deal with street parking, or the challenging Trader Joe's Parking Lot), and the cashiers always friendly, just very slow. They always offer you to sample the cheeses, and never rush you out. I love the European feel of this store and will always come here for my fancy cheese needs. Charcuterie boards are on the rise, come here for top tier supplies. read more

Have probably been a dozen times or so over the years and it's really a funky place with a mishmash of items for sale in the small floorspace. There is an ample selection of great cheese and charcuterie. For us, the main attraction are the sandwiches which are always excellent! If you can tell me the difference between these two, though, I'd really appreciate it. Other than the "and tomato" on the Sea Horse; and the "& tomato" on the Garden Tuna. Sea Horse White Albacore tuna salad, cucumber, mesclun and tomato with horseradish aioli on wheat Garden Tuna White albacore tuna salad, cucumber, mesclun, & tomato with horseradish aioli on wheat. Well, I did try the Sea Horse and it was GREAT, but I cannot speak to the Garden Tuna. Until I go back and order that, you may have to roll the dice. The California Melt is probably my favorite and my wife loves the Blue Note. I doubt you can really go wrong. They also come with a nice side salad. The guys that prepare the food and serve it are always great. Way worth you time if you're in the area. read more

Cute little place with a wide selection of cheeses and European foods and condiments. Also has a small cafe, which is what my review is focused on. My Say Cheese omelet ($19.50) was good, but bland without added salt and pepper. A heavy dose of olive oil was applied to the omelet which helped. A green salad with capers and olives and balsamic dressing was piled on top of the omelet, which was a little unusual. If you don't like those flavors or ingredients, it could ruin your omelet. Fortunately I do like them and they added flavor to the otherwise bland omelet. Bottled drinks from the refrigerated case were the extent of the drinks. I have to say the ordering system was a bit confusing. You can either order and pay at the counter (you may have to wait in line for those folks purchasing from the shop) or order directly with the cook in the cafe but had the cook not spoken up when I walked back to the cafe section, I would have never known. Finally, the nearly 4% surcharge for using a credit card has become an epidemic in L.A. and this resulted in a one star reduction. These surcharges are one of my biggest pet peeves in L.A. and it's always a credit card surcharge or a "wellness" or "employee benefits" surcharge at restaurants in LA. these days and I am tired of it. read more

OMG this is hands down one of the best cheese shops I've ever been to! Everyone is so nice and welcoming! I had the most wonderful experience, and I can't wait to go back for more! read more

ok i love this place but lets start with the cons: parking! no where to park i had to park 2 blocks down in hopes i didnt get a ticket. la is big on their strict parking. from the outside it looks dark & closed. lots of good things on the menu. my food came with salad which there was no napkins and utensils. wtf?! worker was nice but extremely quiet & not too helpful. everything looked and tasted good. i got the donatello sandwich. very good but dry. ill come back but ill bring my own napkins next time!! read more

This is a truly marvelous place to get cheese, carefully curated wine, and gourmet tid-bits. The store outlasted competitors for a reason. Nice sandwiches too, but where Glen and his team really shine is with their charcuterie plates. We had a large one at our New Year's Eve party and it stole the show! That, a whole roast salmon, grilled veggies, and baguette made for a perfect dinner party meal. Wine was also perfectly paired. They also do picnic baskets. Go here for the good stuff! read more

Delicious sandwich!!!! Ordered the Almost Vegan - Roasted eggplant, shaved red onion, alfalfa sprouts & avocado w/ balsamic oil on rosemary bread. Soooooo good!! It comes with a side Spring green salad. You can tell the ingredients are fresh. I will definitely come back for this sandwich. The shop itself it's beautiful with a large array of artisanal cheeses, crackers, olive oils, balsamic vinegars. Gorgeous. I got to talking to the owner Glen and he was a delight! Please support local businesses!!!!!!!!! read more

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Wanted sandwiches for lunch and decided to check Say Cheese out. Great selection of sandwiches, including a ton of vegetarian options, all of which looked delicious. We ordered the Griffith Park (turkey sandwich) and the Ortolano (eggplant). Both were super good. Curbside pickup due to COVID, but they had a good system down. Some mixup, but they were super friendly and efficient in getting our order out. Looked like they also had a great selection of cheeses as well. read more

This place is an absolute treasure. Went in to pick up cheese for a BBQ and couldn't have been more impressed by the overall experience. I ended up buying much more than originally planned and I can't wait to go back ASAP to try out the sandwiches. Please go support this neighborhood gem! read more

Wonderful cheese selections. Humboldt Fog my favorite buy. Friendly service. Easy access on Hyperion Ave, adjacent to Trader Joe's. read more

LOVE! The owner Glen is so helpful and made me feel at ease even though I know nothing about cheese. Lovely store and a wonderful place to find very interesting items as gifts. Will bring my friends and family here as a nice spot to visit in LA. read more

Stopped by here to grab a quick bite prior to starting a little road trip back home. This place did not disappoint. Got the tuna melt and it was very good. Owner came out and talked a little and he was awesome. Huge selection of cheeses and other goodies. We wish we packed a bigger cooler to bring some of it home. read more

Prosciutto pear salad is pure heaven! Excellent service. Lots and lots to choose from. read more

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I got a sandwich to go from here which was pretty solid, but I want to come back to bye cheese/meats from a solid looking menu! read more

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Do not pass up! Excellent shop and excellent service! I just found out they do sandwiches with fresh baguettes that come in daily, a treasure in the area! read more

Wow these guys know their stuff! Ordered a cheese platter for 10 and a flatbread off the catering menu. The platter was absolutely gorgeous with an amazing selection of cheeses, nuts, dates, apricots and more. The best cheese and accoutrements assortment I've ever had. The quality was astounding. The flatbread was so good too that I went back for sandwiches and a gift assortment as well. All delicious. read more

Absolutely amazing place! We decided to swing by before heading to Griffith park to picnic and we are so glad we found this new gem and will definitely be back. Garvin was so helpful with our selection. We got the tastiest sandwich, the Californian with avocado, to split. And the most soft amazing cookies made by them, great crackers and drinks to go with the cheese Garvin recommended for us. read more

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Just came back from NY and while there I developed a obsession over a specific cheese. Walked in and once again "Say Cheese" you didn't disappoint. Had exactly what I was hoping to find. Been coming here for decades and they always have every single item I walk in hoping to find. THEY ARE A STAPLE read more

This sandwich is so not with the price tag I'm sorry to say. Quality ingredients but just lack luster for the coast. The store is nice inside tho with lots of chip and snack options. read more

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Our cheese-loving friends are expecting a new baby any day now and one of them unexpectedly got COVID. We wanted to send a care package and called last minute for same-day delivery. The shop went out of their way to help us. Put together a beautiful box and had it delivered to our friends in a matter of hours near closing time! You're lifesavers! Highly recommend. Thank you! read more

Needed a last minute sympathy gift basket delivered to a dear friend and I found this gem of a place online. I spoke with the owner Glenn and he was so wonderful to work with. He took the time to get exactly what I wanted within my budget. He was so accommodating and even sent a picture of the final product. I got many compliments on the quality of all the items which consisted of crackers, olives, fruit, cheeses and meat. I grew up in the area and will definitely go visit in person and support this local business again. read more

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Absolute joy to shop here. The owner is extremely down to earth and knowledgeable, but any of the employees is more than capable of walking you through their excellent selection. It is very easy to walk in with no plans and walk out with a full meal's worth of ingredients and the wine to go with it. They also do excellent takeout food made fresh. You will not regret supporting this wonderful local business and your taste buds will thank you. read more

Not sure what to mention first, the incredible cheese selection, the amazing customer service, or the variety of jams jellies wines and more. This place is a local treasure. Everyone, walking in is greeted with a warm smile, and their passion for what they sell comes through. read more

Parking is a bit hard. Their lot is tiny (I think I saw 5 spots or so) so it's hard to even turn back. Street parking would be a better way to go, I think. Once you make it to the cafe, though, it's wonderful. The decor is homey and service is friendly. Anna Bella - portobello, basil pesto, melted fresh mozzarella, and bleu cheese. Yum!! I would go back to Say Cheese for this sandwich. Blue Note - grilled chicken, portobello, basil pesto, melted mozzarella, and bleu cheese served open face. This was an Anna Bella with grilled chicken. Unfortunately, I found the chicken to be very dry. I didn't enjoy this one as much as Anna Bella. Our waiter was so busy that he didn't come to check on us or refill our iced coffee right away, but overall his service was not bad. The place is a bit of a drive for me, but I would love to check out their cheese shop one day too. read more

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I wish I knew about this place before, just had the Parisienne sandwich and loved it. Its amazing! Also the cheese selection is excellent. read more

So much of the experience at a specialty cheese shop is about the service. The service here can be described only as completely unkind and completely uncouth. The staff here went out of their way to make me feel unwelcome. I felt like an imposition the entire time I browsed, the box they created for me was hideous (the itemized receipt has an extra $10 charge which I'm assuming was for the pitiful boxing), and they asked for a tip on top of it all. No thank you. read more

I am so pleased to have found this wonderful gem of a spot. The cheese is a delight. The owner is very knowledgeable, but not elitist and will answer any questions you have. My wife and I stopped in to snag some cheese and crackers before heading to the park. Everything looked so good, we ended up getting some soft amazing cookies, a delicious sandwich, some yummy fancy olives for martini and my favorite chips from Spain! Do yourself a favor if you are in the area. Swing by and pick up something to enjoy. Life is short, always 'Say Cheese' read more

We stopped here for a late lunch and were very pleased with our visit. We both got the California Melt. The rosemary bread & the red onions both provided amazing flavors for the sandwich. We didn't purchase any cheese but we were very tempted. I definitely would recommend if you're in the mood for a delicious toasted sandwich. I'll be back for sure. read more

Say Cheese - California Melt - Cheese Shops Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I used to live walking distance to Say Cheese, and when I stopped in the other day, I realized how much I missed this place. Well, it could have been I was blinded by the orange. Yes, on the top shelf was this cheese I've also been missing. Orange like a ripe cantaloupe -- could it be mimolette? Indeed, it was. The owner offered me a sample. Mimolette. The owner said he loved watching me savor that cheese...so uh, maybe it's a good thing I don't live walking distance any more. Love affair with an expensive forbidden cheese can't end well. Anyhow, the parking is always crazy around here, located next to Trader Joe's, or I'd "visit" more often. You have to be willing to just grin and bear the vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Think of the great selection of cheese. They sell duck fat, some fine wines and other fine gourmet items (fleur de sel, mustards, jam, serving trays.) It's not cheap, but it's a perfect place to pamper yourself, and the perfect pick up a gift for that foodie you love -- hint, hint. read more

Say Cheese - Mimolette! - Cheese Shops Near Me - Los Angeles, California

As great as the cheese store is (especially as it sells more than just cheese), I like the cafe even more. The Rivoli sandwich is my personal favorite, but the others I've tried are up there in quality as well. The staff of the store, and the owner/chef Glenn Harrell, have worked hard to keep this neighborhood gem going in hard times. Highly recommend people check it out. read more

I say "cheese" and "thank you" I love cheese. Always have. Always will. This small cheese offers some delicious cheeses, olives, meats, crackers, jams, jellies, chocolates, wine and anything else that goes great with queso ;) They have a cafe as well so you can order some great teas and coffee drinks. My chai latte was sweet and delicious. But the star of the show was the Parisian sandwich. Got it on baguette instead of a croissant and it was the best ham and cheese EVER. Toasted bread, toasted ham, capers, tomatoes, and the most perfect melted cheese. It was so gooey almost like a spread. Wow. Still thinking about it. The side salad with just greens, balsamic reduction, and Parmesan was subtle and perfect as well. No frills. Just really good ingredients. This review was meant to be cheesy. read more

Say Cheese - The Parisian sandwich: baguette, capers, tomatoes, Swiss, ham. salad: greens, balsamic, parm - Cheese Shops Near Me - Los Angeles, California