Located in Carmel Plaza, The Cheese Shop is a treasure trove of gourmet delights, featuring hundreds of wines, Champagnes, and spirits from around the world. Behind the counter, knowledgeable staff slice samples from more than 200 different cheeses, offering insights into each cheese’s history, origin, and creative uses. Whether you’re planning a wine and cheese tasting, crafting a romantic picnic for a Carmel beach sunset, or simply exploring new flavors, The Cheese Shop team is ready to share expert tips—and maybe even a cheesy joke or two!

Proudly serving both the public and the professional trade for over 52 years, The Cheese Shop has been featured in numerous media outlets, wine and food festivals, and on international platforms like the Travel Channel and Food Network, where their world-famous pesto was highlighted.

Festival Highlights Include:
Masters of Food & Wine, World of Pinot Noir, Kapalua Wine & Food Festival, Blackberry Farm Epicurean Events, Hospice du Rhône, Pebble Beach Food & Wine, Los Angeles Food & Wine, Hawai’i Food & Wine Festival, Big Sur Food & Wine, Relais & Châteaux Gourmet Carmel, Chef Michael Mina’s Levi’s Stadium Tailgate, Big Sky Montana’s Vine & Dine, and many more.

Visit them in the courtyard of Carmel Plaza and quickly learn why they are both a local and visitor favorite.