My girlfriends and I had such a nice experience here! We were welcomed in immediately and tasted several cheeses. The owner was so friendly and helpful and they have some great tasting cheese! We will be back! read more

It's #thankyouthursday and I had to share my love for this place and its superb staff. The variety of cheeses from around the world that are available here is unrivaled locally, and the knowledgeability of the staff is also stellar. Plus, they also sell every possible accompaniment you could want for a fancy "shark coochie" board (once I heard someone use this term for charcuterie, I couldn't unhear it!), gourmet grilled cheese, or any other foodie fromage needs. They also have lots of great crisps and crackers, and a nice wine selection. Since we can't currently do date night out, I highly recommend visiting Natalie and her staff and getting some great recommendations for an incredible date night in. I also read just today that they added a new online ordering site for this location, and they have a pickup window for "curd-side" delivery. read more

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ALL THE HEART AND STAR EYES EMOJIS. Is this the good place because it sure feels like it! I stopped by The Cheese Lady to get some charcuterie fixins for the weekend. I really only intended to get one cheese and get on with my day. But, I ended up walking out with 3 cheeses, meats, bread and pizza! The cheese menu is EXTENSIVE & you can sample them all! Natalie was super patient and helpful as I wanted to try a few I haven't tried before such as washed rind cheeses. They sell pizzas on Fridays! But, you'll need to order on Thursday for pickup due to the demand. You can also order party platters & gift baskets! 206/365 read more

The Cheese Lady - Cheese Shops Near Me - Kalamazoo, Michigan

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I could not love this place more. Fun cheeses and entertainment snacks & super friendly and informative staff. With COVID, they aren't giving samples, but they give great recommendations. Check the cooler for leftover chunks for a cheap and tasty surprise! Try going for lunch for the plate of the day. $9 for two cheeses, salami, dried fruit, crackers, jam & a drink! It's a cute mid day charcuterie board! read more

The Cheese Lady - Plate of the day - Cheese Shops Near Me - Kalamazoo, Michigan

The selection of cheeses was incredible. I was given the opportunity to taste any cheeses available. I had as many as two employees waiting on me The services was kind,pleasant and very respectful! I can't wait to go back to see them again! read more

One of my favorite stores. Variety of cheese is incredible & you can sample each as necessary. Staff is truly incredible. Very knowledgeable & willing to help & answer questions. Always an enjoyable experience! read more

The Cheese Lady has been here for a few years and is often times overlooked by the locals because they either see it as probably too expensive or as not having a big enough selection. Both points are false as this place has everything that you could imagine. The biggest advantage of the place is that they really understand what quality means! Look at her as a cheese counselor. read more

Got the cheese plate of the day to drop of as a surprise for a friend. Looked super tasty and fresh. They are always so helpful in selecting and sampling cheeses. I like the small cuts in the refrigerators to make your own little cheese plate at home. I great way to try smaller cuts on cheese. read more

The Cheese Lady - Cheese Shops Near Me - Kalamazoo, Michigan

Stopped in here today with my parents while we were in town for a wedding. These are super nice folks who are very knowledgable about their cheeses. They offer more than 60 varieties of cheese from 13 countries. Ask for a sample of anything and you'll get a thorough description of each cheese. I was excited because they have a great number of goat and sheep cheeses (I'm lactose intolerant and can't eat cow's milk cheese). Try the Ewephoria, a ewe's milk cheese which is a firm cheese, yet smooth and creamy and has some caramel notes. And, if they have it get the Mobay, which is a layered cheese, with one layer of goat and one layer of sheep, separated by a line of grape vine ash. I'd never had it and was hooked after a sample. Also, a bonus is they always have many samples of cheeses, crackers, spreads placed throughout the store. They have all the accoutrements to host any party: olives, pickled items, meats, spreads, crackers and a small selection of local Michigan wines. I'm so glad we stopped in and I will definitely come back if I'm ever in the area. What are you waiting for? Go here now! *They do have a website and I asked if they could ship cheese, but they currently can't because of lack of refrigeration issues with shipping. No problem, I'll have my parents bring me some cheese whenever they're back in K-zoo** **Thanks in advance mom if you're reading this! read more

We have visited this store multiple times and every time the person behind the counter has been helpful and knowledgeable. Tonight we did a wine and cheese pairing at a local winery; the wine left much the be desired, but the owner of the Cheese Lady who was serving cheese was able to give us detailed information about each cheese and how/why it paired with each wine. He was able to give us suggestion on how best to use the cheeses at home and we already have plans to go into the store tomorrow to purchase more cheese. We will absolutely be frequent customers read more

The Cheese Lady is truly a hidden gem of Kalamazoo. The service here is ALWAYS exceptional, as you're greeted warmly by the lovely staff. The knowledge each person has is impressive and they always steer you in the right direction whether you're adventuring to try something new or looking for a specific item. Beyond the impressive cheese selection, you'll find a very good selection of items in the market - wine, crackers and every accessory you may need in between such as cheese boards and knives. This establishment is a perfect stop before hosting an event or dinner party at home! I have even made a stop here before traveling back to my family home three hours away for Thanksgiving as a special treat for my family! read more

A delightful shop that has more cheese than you could possibly imagine.. and more. A small shop somewhat in the middle of no where, once you walk in - you can find a lot of appetizer related goods from jams, jellies, crackers, knives, cutting boards, wines, and anything related to cheese. The cheese itself has a very impressive selection, and they give out samples of anything which is the best thing a shop like this could do. The cheese is expensive, but you know EXACTLY what you're getting so you can make the proper commitment to your aged dairy products. The staff is very well educated about their product and are usually very friendly. Another thing I recommend are their small wedges of "leftover cheese". Small bits and pieces from other wheels that they just package up and sell for cheap as a type of "sampler" so you can buy lots of different small amounts without having to commit to a large slab. I'm very glad a place like this exists because they carry so much that you can't find anywhere else. It's like convenience in a rind. read more

The Cheese Lady is located in Kalamazoo and in route if you're headed to Ann Arbor or Detroit from west of Michigan. I highly recommend it for it's friendly service, cheese of course, and price. I walked out with a few new ideas for my next party and helpful tips from the owners. The best trick I learned from the Cheese Lady was how tasty two dichotomous flavors can be paired to create a dynamic duo. I tried the Stilton blue cheese with dark chocolate and was pleasantly surprised. I was just as astonished by the reasonable pricing. I almost thought the Cheese Lady made a mistake when she rung up my products. I bought a pear jam imported from Europe and Italian pesto spread to complement the cheese I bought. I was overwhelmed by the number of cheese complements at the store. There is also a wide variety of cheese accessories including cutting boards, knives, and re-usable cheese labels. The Cheese Lady in Kalamazoo just opened on St. Patty's day 3/17/2011 and I'm especially glad to have a Cheese shop to stop in before the Farmer's Market season begins. I'm definitely a fan! read more

The Cheese Lady - The Cheese Lady is in town at Kalamazoo 3.17.2010 - Cheese Shops Near Me - Kalamazoo, Michigan

A lot of different cheeses. Make you own gift baskets. Meats, crackers, sauces, pastas, cheese trays and more.

Super duper cheese and amazing service. If you're looking for good cheese, this is the best place around.

We need more shops like this. The owner works behind the counter just like everyone else. Great variety of cheeses- free taste tests of course! They also carry a small wine collection. Very friendly service. (Visited here summer of 2011.) read more

I was so delighted to find out that this store existed! I didn't think that the Kalamazoo area had anything like it. The staff were very helpful and very kind. They pulled out multiple samples for me and had wonderful suggestions based on the criteria of the cheeses I was looking for. The store had a lovely variety, and plenty of little goodies to go with the cheese including wine, crackers, and jellies and marmalades. It was clear to me that the people working there know their craft and know their product very well, and are very passionate about and interested in it themselves. It made for a wonderful experience. I would recommend this shop! read more

I met the Cheese Lady at a recent Yelp event at Tempo Vino downtown Kalamazoo. The Cheese Lady had outstanding pairings to go with the wines This was the first time I really understood the purpose of pairing wine and cheese correctly. She also gave us information that helped us understand why we liked what we were eating. I have some particular dietary restrictions, and there were cheeses available that fit within my needs and the women told me the types of cheeses they had at their store that would also be options for me. I'm looking forward to making a visit to the store soon. read more

Nestled in a quiet, little country cross street of Southern Kalamazoo, this little shop is a treasure worth seeking out. I live about 40 minutes away in Battle Creek, and I am a bit lazy about driving, since I work from home. This shop, family and road trips with my husband are about the only things that can get me behind the wheel for more than 15 minutes. When one walks into the shop, one is met with the friendly smiles of the owners behind the counter. Even at busy times, it never seems to take very long to get served, even though the owners generously offer free taste tests of whatever cheeses one is curious about. It feels great to see the American Dream being lived out in this shop, by these local small-business owners, and to know that I'm a part of it. In the past, I have been a huge fan of Zingerman's Creamery in Ann Arbor, Michigan, as I had never tasted better cheeses than what is offered there. That was the case until I came across The Cheese Lady. Do not mistake me. I still love Zingerman's. However, the cheese selection at the Cheese Lady is much broader, and I find more of them too good to resist purchasing. Furthermore, The Cheese Lady's prices are astoundingly cheaper. I always thought that great cheese required a hefty price tag, but The Cheese Lady has fine cheeses at affordable prices. It is great to get the best of both worlds. In addition to the wonderful cheese selection, this shop also offers an assortment of other fun items to accompany the cheese. Such items include various olive oils, pine nuts, crackers, cheese boards, and much more. It is a fun shop to browse and pick up random items that would not be on your standard grocery list but would be a tremendous addition to accompany a pasta dish or cheese platter that one is using the cheese for. I cannot say enough good things about this shop. It has amazing cheeses, amazing prices and amazing service. If you are ever in the area, be sure to stop in and see The Cheese Lady. She is worth your time! read more

I love this place. The employees know their cheese! It's amazing to me that they tell the story of each cheese when you sample it. They are also very friendly and helpful if you bring kids in. Kids are tiny people, and they treat them like people. Awesome place, great cheese! They also sell a selection of great wine and mead. read more

Love The Cheese Lady in Kalamazoo, MI. Can taste any cheese from the 70 diff kinds that they have. Really fun place with friendly staff. Try the Persian feta, mango ginger Stilton, and Gorgonzola. Excellent. read more

This place seems good in theory, but the two times I have stopped in, no one would help me. There is one female in there that I have encountered twice that makes it seem like I was inconveniencing her since I came into the store. Its unfortunate, since it is a cute little place and I'm sure the cheese is amazing. read more

The Cheese Lady is a hidden gem! Absolutely love their store. They are very knowledgeable, kind and hard working. I look forward to seeing them at the Texas Corners Farmer's Market and popping in the store to get the best cheese around. read more