My mom and I had grabbed lunch to go from the Concord Cheese Shop when we visited Concord for a day a week or so ago, and I adored it. The shop sells cheese (and they let you have samples), wine, and imported foods, but it also a full deli that serves sandwiches, salads, prepared food, and more. My mom is vegan but was able to make a very good vegan sandwich (hummus and lots of veggies), while I really really really really loved their French Picnic sandwich (French ham, brie, apples, and honey mustard on baguette). It was the best brie (and soooo much brie) that I've ever had and just a perfect sandwich. There was a little wait to order - it's a popular spot - but once our sandwiches were in a brown paper sack in our hands, we drove over to Walden Pond and enjoyed them there. What could be a more perfect lunch on a first visit to Concord than a great sandwich from the Concord Cheese Shop enjoyed looking out at Walden Pond?! I'd return for that sandwich - and next time I'm tasting cheeses, too! read more

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The staff here is usually on point and I love most products I get here despite high prices; the food here is excellent and I know great food is rarely cheap. Perhaps it was just the day as the street sale was happening and the store was extra busy but I got attitude when I asked about a certain type of sandwich and came close to making a retort that would have been embarrassing for me and the other person involved. I ordered and waited for my food, paid then I left. Sorry to say that I was dismayed but there it is. It was quite busy on the day and it seemed that crowd management could have been handled better. Perhaps when the store has its remodel the traffic flow can be improved upon. I've always enjoyed shopping here and would like that to continue.. read more

The star is for the cheeses they carry which was impressive, and negative for the customer service. Look, I hate to be bothered and hate bothering others but I'm about to drop a couple hundred dollars on cheese, I would expect at the very very least to be greeted. No, I stood in front of the young man for a couple minutes, as he was trying to look busy. He wasn't, he just didn't want to help. So, I started talking to my friend about which cheeses id like to get and their characteristics, how they are made amd aged etc and then ended up walking out empty handed. No eye contact, no greeting, nothing. I'm not supporting any business that can't provide the basic greeting. read more

Great quick sandwiches and soup on the go. Simple, delicious ingredients, friendly service, European atmosphere. Fun place to stop that will leave you feeling full and happy. read more

Service & food options were excellent- bought a flourless almond cake!!!! Want the recipe!

Amazing selection of cheese and wines. Great people helpful and polite. Deli counter has good selion of sandwiches.

Nick is absolutely amazing, he's like a little cheese connoisseur. He knew information about every single cheese that was there. I absolutely hate swiss cheese and I am a cheese lover I'll eat cheese for breakfast lunch and dinner if you let me. But he suggested some swiss cheese and I took a second sample. This little shop is so cute they have like a sandwich shop, a little wine section, they have maple syrup nuts all kinds of stuff more than just cheese for sure. And obviously we can talk about the service and Nick is the reason I gave these five stars he was super kind, knowledgeable, and really just a pleasure to deal with. read more

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Super great spot to pick up some high quality cheese, meats, and more for a picnic! The staff there was super helpful with picking out some cheeses with you depending on what you're pairing it with and your preferences. They have salads and sandwiches that they make as well. I highly recommend the French Picnic sandwich and to get the three salad sampler to try a few different things. I also loved their house mix of olives and the fact that they have a great selection of wines. read more

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Absolutely phenomenal. A little pricey, but high quality. A must stop when visiting. Healthy size sandwiches.

Stopped in on a very busy Sunday. I never been to the store before and got in what I assumed to be the cheese line (the other line was deli). After waiting a long while for the person in front of me to sample cheeses, discuss cheese, etc. I thought it was finally my turn. While waiting I had picked up some canned seafood. However, instead of helping me, the person behind the counter then moved to a different register and announced that people would need to take numbers (though I had seen no signage indicating that I should have done so). Two people who had not been waiting (but were standing closer to the numbers) then went ahead and took numbers before me. Luckily, one of them took pity on me and said that I should go first since I had been waiting. The man behind the counter then insisted that we switch numbers. By this point I was so frustrated and had been waiting so long that I just purchased the canned seafood in my hands and left without buying any cheese. read more

go with caution - every time we order a take out of easy sandwiches - the staff misses the order on one or two things. also, i had a long black hair in my hummus and the owner said they don't have anyone with black hair, but he was standing in front of me with long black hair. just shocking. took our comments very casually and did not know how to use his own system on the computer/register. will not be going back - too expensive and no one should get a long black hair in their hummus. just gross beyond belief. read more

A review has to be about more than just the food. There's other things. Do we still live in an era where it is vulgar to talk about the price of things? What about life these days is affordable? But affordability like food exists on a sliding scale. But those scales are different and yelp, only gives you one scale, which is one through five stars for food service or ambiance. There is no scale for affordability so i'm gonna take that into account in the food rating. The food from the deli here is fantastic. Everything is fresh and well prepared. The selection is excellent. It really is a five star operation. However the price is not just high but astronomical. I mean, what is the upper end of the price of a sandwich you buy standing up at a counter of a deli? You place your order, they wrap it up, you pay, and then you get the heck out of there. You're not sitting around being weighted on, or having a violin player at your table. Is it twenty dollars? I remember when a good sandwich was four dollars. Anyway, this place has sandwiches which are getting upwards of twenty dollars. That's right.They're getting close 1 fifth of a hundred dollars. And they're not huge sandwiches. You don't get to take half of it home to feed your family. And let's be honest they're not magical concoctions, which can't be replicated at home. If you source the ingredients, you could easily make these sandwiches yourself. So at the risk of sounding vulgar, let me conclude by saying the sandwiches are excellent, but the price gets three stars. read more

1) they were amazing regarding my celiac disease. The lovely young man making my sandwich immediately washed his hands and changed his gloves. 2) the tuna salad was delicious! The salads were excellent, and the drink options were great too. 3) the service from every person we came across was exceptional. We bought a chocolate bar from the Berkshires and maple glazed almonds that were also excellent! We will definitely be returning as often as possible! read more

Home of THE $17 TUNA SANDWICH! Seriously? New owner. New pricing. ************************** read more

Absolutely love their sandwiches. But most of all their ALBONDIGAS SOUP ! Reminds me of home in California. If you haven't tried it. You need to! read more

Insanely overpriced and nothing special. I've lived in Concord for 12 years... And when I got here this place was just OK. Crazy expensive for what they have. Just OK. In the ensuing 12 years, it has gradually gone downhill. First upon walking in the door, you notice the funny offputting smell. Never a good thing for a food store. Take a walk over to the deli and look at the selection of charcuterie. All of the choices are discolored, oxidized just sad. Did I mention the basic salami, nothing special, is $30 a pound? The selection of wines and aperitifs is respectable but nearly 40% more expensive than retail anywhere else. But let's cut to the chase... The cheese selection is quite respectable, the pricing, not so much. One of the best cheese stores on the East Coast is Formaggio kitchen in Huron Village in Cambridge. The prices at the Concord cheese shop are more expensive than the gold standard, but the cheese is not even remotely in the same league. A Concord institution that is resting on its laurels and getting fusty, stale and more ridiculously overpriced every year. But Concord has never had a notable food scene, maybe this as good as we get. Heck, save your money, go to Trader Joe's, and get comparable cheeses for 1/4 of the price. Or even better, take your hard earned dollars and go to Formaggio kitchen and try some truly extraordinary cheeses. read more

Expensive but great place to splurge with a great selection of canned seafood. The staff is also very helpful. Staff told us about the half sandwich soup combo to safe us money. Thank You! read more

The cheese shop has knowledgeable staff and great cheeses along with great wine choices! They will order anything you want as well!

This cheese shop is the bomb. Great selection of cheeses, spreads and crackers. There is a wine section with many great choices and very reasonably priced. A prepared counter in the back has some amazing sandwiches. The special part of this shop is how friendly and helpful their staff has always been to me and my friends. read more

We went in to browse and the wine person (possibly the owner) was so knowledgeable about wine. I'm kind of stuck in my ways when it comes to wine that I drink. He definitely pushed me and my friend out of our comfort zone. My friend wanted a fruity but not sweet sparkling wine and he suggested a Slovenian wine. Totally exactly what she asked for. The guy at the cheese counter was very patient with us while we made up our minds on cheeses. Perfect dinner. I'm down for whatever is suggested next. I just found my new wine stop. read more

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Today I was able to visit from San Francisco! My husband's family is from Waltham so we make it to Boston a few times a year. I have been wanting to come for years and it was everything I expected! The cheese case had a wide variety and was nicely displayed and organized! Lots of imported and local choices including the seasonal Black Betty Gouda from Holland! Only 40 wheels came to the USA this year so I was so happy they had some. Love the variety of other pairing items like breads, jams, candies, wines, etc The deli sandwiches looked delicious and fresh and I will try one next time. The staff was incredibly nice and knowledgeable. When I walked in, was greeted with a warm smile, offered samples and informed about a few of the seasonal cheeses just in. They did not rush me and waited while I looked, tasted and picked the cheeses i wanted. I love the relationship building the cheesemongers were doing. Inviting me back for the cheese parade next week (i so wish we were here for it, but I will be back in San Francisco by then). I will be making a trip here every time I come to Boston. I am one happy customer!!! read more

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The excellent cheeses and a lot of wine options also. Very friendly staff. Still has the quaint village look and feel.

What a great variety of cheese! Nice and friendly stuff, nice place! Lunch and catering, good quality read more

I bought a soft cheese here and when I got home I saw that the expiration date was a few days prior to the day I bought it. Not a problem if the cheese is good. When I opened there was ammonia smell but it was edible. We had some. The next day the cheese tasted like ammonia and was inedible for us. I'm disappointed and I feel ripped off. They sold me old food at a high price. I did email them via their website system but never heard back. read more

Lovely lovely shop! So many wines, cheeses, charcuterie. Everything you need for a great party... with a very warm welcome:)) definitely recommend!! read more

Cabot's maxes out the sophistication of my cheese palette but the deli food & sandwiches are absolutely fantastic. They no longer have any seating (thank you, Covid) but a great food option if you're open to take-out. read more

This really is a special spot which I wish was a bit closer to me. I last visited on a beautiful sunny day where they were making grilled cheese sandwiches using their secret cheese blend on a special grill outside. I'm no grilled cheese connoisseur, but this was probably the best I've ever had. If they're serving it when you visit, don't hesitate! there's also a sandwich counter inside which seems quite popular but the wait during my visit was too long. The real attraction was the cheese selection. I picked up a slice of their truffle pecorino that really reminded me of what I had tried in Tuscany. The staff were nice and knowledgeable and aside from having to wait for the goods, I had a great experience. In brief, this is one of the best places for cheese in MA. Worth a visit if you're nearby. read more

Great service and very informative regarding cheeses and wine. Yummy sandwiches too!!

Love Love Love The Best Cheese Shop in the world. Today, though, It was not the warm, happy, welcoming store of the past. I think, if the owners are super scared about having people in their store, keep it closed. Or continue with curbside only. Being treated like a Leper, upon entry, does not make for good customer experience. Anyways, sandwich, cookie, chips and drink were delicious! The lady who helped me was helpful and friendly! I didn't even notice the cheese section or the usual wafting delicious smells. Just wanted to get out of there. Let's get back to normal soon! read more

Salmon cake was delicious. Comes with homemade tarter sauce. Beet salad and a chick pea salad made for a terrific dinner.

Went to buy some Left Over food to support the program and a piece of cheese for my boyfriend . Waited in long line. Was met with dismissive, disrespect-able attitude. Treated as if the purchase wasn't worth their time. Good cheese, bad people! read more

If I had to describe heaven on Earth, it would look pretty similar to The Concord Cheese Shop. When you walk in, there is a whole counter top and fridge full of all the types of cheeses one could ever want to sample. To the right are shelves full of wine, specialty teas, and all the snacks and accompaniments you'd want. In the back corner, there's a deli counter with sandwiches and salami. If there's a lot of people, the process is you take a yellow ticket and wait to be called up to get serviced. If you don't need anything cut or portioned, you won't need a ticket. I ended up spending about $100 for two bottles of wine ($6 each from Portugal), 6 cheeses, cashews, salami, and amazing customer service. It's a little pricey, but you pay for the quality of the cheeses, well worth it, especially since you get to sample the cheeses before you get them. Sometimes the people at the counter will cut too much and will share some with other people. But all the staff are wicked knowledgeable on the cheeses so just share some things that you're looking for and they'll give you some ideas of what to get! It can be quite busy around the holidays (especially when I went 3 days before Christmas), so make sure you're not in a rush. Parking can be tricky since it's in Downtown Concord, but there's a ton of street parking in the area. I hope you enjoy this shop as much as I do! read more

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What in the world is the buzz about this place? Sure, if you're a cheese snob this place is probably your Mecca, but the sandwich prices were ridiculous. They have some weight formula that charges you more per sandwich, and the quality was sub par. Sorry locals, but I'm not a fan and won't return....which I'm sure won't impact their bottom line in anyway as they make bank. read more

Wow !!! Come for the cheese -- stay for the sandwiches!! Loved this shop since I was a little girl and my parents would stop In. Bit of nostalgia but also love the quaint atmosphere. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. In addition to cheese, today I picked up Some Deli items BROCCOLI SALAD - old school, broccoli salad, delicious with smoked almonds and bacon and purple onions as well. Addictive. WORDS OF WISDOM---buy more than you think you want. ROSEMARYS BABY Absolutely blown away and delighted by this fan favorite. The most delicious ciabatta with succulent prosciutto ham, and Piave cheese. Then drizzled with an exquisite balsamic vinegar. Make sure you order this. BLACK STALLION this roast beef sandwich comes on a baguette with horseradish. My husband enjoyed it, but said he'd like even more horseradish. My husband points out not to be misled by the name, the meat comes from a cow. SPECIAL OF DAY PHIL'S PHABULOUS. I met people in line, who drove in from Boston and western Massachusetts when they read that this was the special of the day. Everybody was ordering this, so I added this to our order ----what a winning combination of layered deliciousness. A combination of salamis and cheeses, pickles and roasted red peppers on the most delicate focaccia you can imagine. it was absolutely layered to perfection. Must order the next time it's on the menu. Also, some stranger whom I met in line, told me that it's good the next day. So buy extra! read more

A true cheese shop with people passionate, and knowledgeable,about their cheeses from around the world. They also have a selection of other items to go with your cheeseboard; wines, meats, olives, crackers and more. If you love good cheese and want something more interesting than you will find at the local market, stop by. read more

GREAT cheese, GREAT wine. Mike in the wine shop is such a great recommender of wine! This place is such a little gem.

Although there were many cheeses to pick from, and some of the staff seem familiar with the flavor and texture of each, they seem impatient with people choosing from the selection. When we wore a mask, every time we touch our face, they jumped in front of us and gave us hand sanitizer, and told us we could not touch our mask while we were there! I saw some of the crackers there at the local supermarket for almost a dollar less, and a decent selection of imported cheeses as well, so I think I will stick with the supermarket read more

I Was looking at all the cute little shops in town and this one caught my eye... it was amazing. Fantastic gourmet cheese monger! Incredible array of cheese, crackers, vinegar, lots of options and things to buy for any foodie. read more

The Concord Cheese Shop - Cheeses - Cheese Shops Near Me - Concord, Massachusetts

Let's start my first review of the year with a great find! I would be really sad if I ever become lactose intolerant!! Cuz I LOVE cheese!!! I was in the area, stopped by the Cheese Shop for a sandwich and soup. There was a couple people in line, so I went to check out the AMAZING cheese section while I was waiting. The whole store smells like cheese heaven from the time you walk in, and the amazing choices of so many types of cheeses!!!! (see photo). I decided to try their brie and blue cheese. The double creme brie was the creamiest brie I ever had and the blue cheese was just wonderfully smelly :) FYI - Store is close on Sundays. read more

The Concord Cheese Shop - Cheese Selection - Cheese Shops Near Me - Concord, Massachusetts

Quality cheese monger and high-end grocer with a broad selection of cheeses, meats and prepared foods. We selected 5 cheeses, 3 meats with a lot of help from the counter staff. A+ experience for selections and kindness of the staff! read more