One of my favorite places! This gem in Central Austin curates the best cheeses from around the country and the world, educates and develops our appreciation for cheese with its in-person and virtual cheese classes and tours. They put a lot of thought and heart into this business, and we are the better for it. read more

Just participated in Antonelli's Date Night Cheese Class, and it was by far one of our favorite activities since moving to Austin. Set-up of the class encourages socializing, but it was mixed with some great instruction on the different types of cheeses. All ingredients and food products were really high quality. The Date Night set-up also included dessert at the end. I still dream about those chocolates, dried fruits, and caramels! And while you do have the option to purchase wines from the Cheese Shop prior to class, for only $4 you can bring your own. If you have a favorite bottle from home, that's the route I'd recommend. We ended up purchasing wine from the shop, which was fine, but wine from the shop is not necessary for a good pairing. Can't wait to do this again! Think it's perfect for visiting family members or a great gift for friends! read more

If you love cheese, Antonelli's is the place for you! My husband and I participated in a cheese tasting event during our trip to Austin in 2019 and on this trip we did a private group tasting for our group of 6. Scott led our tasting and he was very knowledgeable and a fun host! We tried 7 awesome and unique cheeses, 3 meats and added in the chocolate tasting, which was great. The team in the shop is also very knowledgeable and friendly. read more

Best cheese in Austin. The owners are such wonderful, caring members of the ATX community and their skills for cheeses / pairings makes spending on all cheeses so easy. Thanks for all you do! read more

We tried the Virtual Private Cheese Tasting and had a great experience! Calvin and Kelly were awesome hosts. The cheese was delicious and we learned a bunch. We laughed even more. I definitely plan to check out more event/virtual classes and tastings. read more

If you love cheese, you should definitely visit Antonelli's Cheese Shop! My fiance and I bought the Cheese and Chocolate Fondue Date Night class and I was expecting a casual night full of cheese. What we actually got exceeded our expectations by far! The hosts were incredibly knowledgeable about all of the cheeses, talked about the history of Antonelli's, were very attentive and extremely friendly. Aside from the great hosts, the cheese and chocolate were both top notch. We also got a cheese board before the fondue started. Remember to bring wine b/c it's BYOB. Highly recommend and can't wait to go back! read more

Amazing service. My girlfriend went in to pick out some cheese for wine night. Ended up spending over 30 minutes in the store trying their cheese recommendations. Has a Mom & Pop feel that comes out in their customer service. Excellent cheese and food options btw :) read more

We had a fantastic private cheese tasting course for 12 last night. We hosted outdoors and our Antonellis cheese mongers joined us via zoom. It was a super fun and delicious evening and our guests loved it! read more

If it's true that passion begets passion, you'll be ready to tear your clothes off after visiting this fabulous cheese shop. John and Kendall Antonelli are, without a doubt, incredibly passionate about cheese. And, perhaps equally importantly, they are passionate about providing terrific service to the steady stream of customers that come in seeking a piece of that love. It is nearly impossible to get out of their shop without tasting something delicious. From wonderful cheeses to cured meats to nuts to amazing chocolate (the Askinosie is TO DIE FOR), everything you need to throw a fabulous party (in your tummy) is here. And I can pretty much guarantee that you'll leave with a bundle or two and a smile on your face. Shop local. Support good people. Be happy. read more

"That'sh the F@*$&ing Cheese Shop!!!" I exclaimed upon leaving Hyde Park Bar and feeling like a new woman and an old drunk. It was like seeing the 8th Wonder of the World. We stumbled on in to check it out. Talk about (dulled) senses overload! Cheeses, charcuterie, and olives oh my!! There. was. just. too. much. to take in. I needed a plan, a strategy and my brain was too fogged (much like the display window now) to narrow down what I wanted to try. Luckily my grrl was on a mission and asked for the Gouda first, then some white cheddar and then something else I forget. We sampled them all and it was all good. Hubby and my grrl were in a rush to get back for her car so they got her goods and left. I asked for a 1/4 lb of the Salmetto salami to go with the cheeses and porchecetta hubby had already ordered. Described as being slightly smokey, I found this stuff to taste a bit like dirty socks. I don't know why I like it so much. Maybe it stirs some memory in me of my childhood toe-sucking days, but it's like sucking on a sweaty sock and I LIKE it! I am sad to report that as I am sitting on my couch writing this, I have all our parcels in front of me and I"m sampling them all, eating them with my fingers, actually biting into the cheese wedges like a barbarian (probably not how they're meant to be eaten, but at least I'm not sucking my toes! I'm not that flexible anymore) so I can report on the rest. The Marieka Gouda is far and away my fave, hard and sharp but you can also get that creamy taste. The white cheddar (Clothbound) is super sharp and goes well with sweaty socks apparently. The Smokey Blue is a surprise to me as I usually don't like blue cheese, but it's good and strong and I think best by itself so as not to overpower the meats. I will definitely go back and try all those other cheeses that I have never heard of before. Soo many it would be handy for them to have a printout like wine tastings do so you can write your impressions. Next time I'll start here, THEN Hyde Park. read more

I rolled into Antonelli's cheese shop after brunch next door. I drink. I admit it. I'd had a mimosa and was feeling fine. Though I was busting at the seams, this happy bruncher started shimmying when my buddies made the suggestion. Cheese? Where at?! The staff was as friendly as humanly possible given that half of Austin was trying to cram into the quaint little shop. I'd chase people out with a carving knife and eat the cheese all myself. This is why I do not have a cheese shop. We tried teeny snippets of cheese, but even in my altered state I knew what I had come for. Feta. I saw the labels on a few cheeses said NJ - home polluted home. But if there's one thing Jersey does right, it's cheese. And the thing I sit down to eat a few pounds of when I go visit is fresh feta. I knew it wouldn't be in the display case because the good stuff is left soaking in the special feta juices. It was in a container in the back sure enough, and she brought out a taste. I swooned, and it wasn't the mimosa talking. That cheese was glorious, beautifully flavorful, tart and smooth. No easy-crumble feta here kids. This was the stuff dreams are made of. So I asked for a half pound. Here's where this becomes a story equal parts happiness and sadness. In NJ, fresh, in-store made feta is no more than $5.00/lb. When I requested the half pound, I did not expect it to be $10. But cheese (and allergies) are one of few strikes against Austin. When I need the good stuff for a beet salad or want to treat myself, I know where to go now. I'll probably need something stronger than a mimosa to pay that price again without crying. **Edit: tell me if this isn't crazy. The sweet owners were kind enough to contact me after my review to apologize and educate me on cheese export laws and how that impacts their cheese shop. Given that they can't make the cheese and have it imported, the prices are reasonable. read more

*Fromage* to age, people have used cheese in all kinds of culinary delights, wowing their friends. Cheese is a topper, or an accompaniment, or sometimes even a main course. Hell, it's even a dessert. If given the choice between cheese and a wonderful man who would love me forever, I would choose cheese wholehavartiedly. And lemme just say, if you don't like cheese, I'm not sure I want to know you. It's too bad Antonelli's is closed on Mondays, 'cause that's when I'm usually in this neighborhood. YOU: Say what?! Antonelli's is closed on Mondays? You'd *cheddar* be kidding me! I only wish I were kidding. So I found myself there today to prepare for former-Wisconsin-resident and current-Cheesehead Quani C's Super Bowl par-tay. Since she's getting a bunch of cheese curds and brats, I figured I'd help out by getting even more Wisconsin cheese, and I figured the cheesemongers at Antonelli's would be a great help in finding what I needed. All the employees yelled, "Hi, how are ya?!" at me when I walked in, which I actually mistook for, "Hi, *havarti*?!" The prices here made me a bit *bleu*. The first Wisconsin one I was shown was, of course, the most expensive one, at $30/lb. I took a taste of the Seahive (a Utah cheese with honey and salt), and I took trois tastes of the Menage (Wisconsin). So I bought a half pound of the Menage, and a quarter pound of the Seahive and got outta there for twenty bucks. I feel like I could've gotten some other Wisconsin cheese at H-E-B for cheaper, so I can't award a fifth star. But at least I got some cheese and was able to call it *feta* accompli. I sampled a bunch of other cheeses I can't remember, and the girl who helped me knew an incredible amount about each cheese. If I spent as much time as she did in learning all those cheeses, I would have that much more useless knowledge with which to be able to bore others. But it sure would be fun to learn. Antonelli's offers cheese-pairing classes that are filled up for the next three months, and there's a 30-person wait list, and that's no *blarney*. I may have spent a bit more money than I wanted to, but I got to taste whatever -- and however much -- I wanted, got help and a great attitude from a very knowledgeable employee, and left a happy customer. If you come here and disagree with me about how great it is, then I don't know *jack*. As cheesy as this sounds, I *camembert* just how *gouda* this place is. read more

Well, I have been back here several times and always am astounded. This tiny place, crammed full of goodness gets my mouth watering so bad I almost always forget to even check in. When UT is in session, and during the rush periods, parking can be a bear. But me no care. I have fantasized about getting a folding chair and just sit in there asking for samples, and bring along some shrimp, a great wine, and have a classical music trio playing my requests. Back to earth ...there is so much here that you have to limit what you buy to keep things at their freshest. I ALWAYS get Pure Luck's June's Joy except it is not always available in the Spring as the baby goats get first dubs on the milk. Just go and be prepared to be amazed. DO try things that you would not normally try. Also, take along a cooler bag if you go when it is hot outside. You definitely don't want to ruin your treasure if it needs to be kept cool. read more

When you grow up in Wisconsin there are two things for certain, you root for Green and Gold (Packers) and have a love affair with cheese. It was a rare occasion when I lived in WI that our refrigerator was not well stocked with a variety of cheeses. So naturally I am in love with Antonelli's Cheese Shop. I have had their cheese plates plenty of places in Austin and once attended a cheese class but it wasn't until this week that I visited the actual storefront for some goodies. I stopped in on my way to a party and picked up one of my favorites (June's Joy), thin crackers and some wonderful marcona almonds. I love Pure Luck's June's Joy so much and it is always a hit at parties. It is chevre with honey, thyme and pepper. The store is carefully stocked with fine wines, craft beers, accompaniments and of course incredible cheeses from all over the world to include local. The cheesemongers are knowledgable about their products and are eager to offer samples and let you pick out just the right cheese. They have reserved parking in the front of the store and the classes are held in the building across the street. I highly recommend taking one of the classes which would make a fun date night or girls night out. read more

YES! YES! YyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyYyyyyYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSsssssssssssSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!! (give me a minute, i need a smoke) Oh, hey. Local cheese shop with lots of botique farm cheeses? Well dip me in fondue and throw me to the foodies! Also, they have Moe's Bacon Bar on the counter. read more

You seriously can't deny the 5 star rating for this place. It's amazing. If you love cheese, you owe it to yourself to visit this place. This is all you really need to know about Antonelli's, but if you want a few details from my experience... please, keep reading. I have had a lot of cheese from here indirectly. We eat at Bartlett's about once a month and we always get the Cheese Plate. All the cheese on that plate comes from Antonelli's. I didn't even realize this place was Bartlett's supplier until I walked through the doors. I was feeling good about the choice to visit once I realized that. I ended up at Antonelli's because I was scouring Yelp for some place that possibly had Cheese Curds. I figured a specialty cheese shop had the highest likelihood of scoring some real Cheese Curds. Sure enough I perused the case and there were some real curds sitting there waiting for me (granted, they were from Idaho or some shit instead of Wisconsin. But hey, beggars can't be choosers.) I was pretty happy finding them, and my wife (the native Minnesotan) was even happier. Aside from the cheese selection the people behind the counter were also awesome. They were just the right amount of pleasant to talk to and eager to help. They answered all my questions without ever sounding pretentious or annoyed. That says a lot to me. Some specialty shops really can make the customer feel like an idiot for asking basic questions. They don't do that here at all. Their simple, and blatant, love for cheese is reason enough to visit this place. The friendly staff and the large selection of cheeses is definitely a great reason to return over and over again. read more

I went to Antonelli's for one of their famous classes. Instead of the subject matter being cheese, it was all about cured meats from a little mom 'n pop producer in Iowa. Who can say no to decadent prosciutto? The class was informative and tasty. The class instructors paired about 7-8 cured meat varieties with spreads and cheeses. You're also welcome to buy a bottle of paired wine for the duration of the class that you can share with a friend. For people that aren't well-acquainted with foodie experiences, the atmosphere can be a bit daunting. Our icebreaker was "what is your favorite cured meat variety?". Thankfully, they only came around to us at the end as my friend was rapidly Googling "what are cured meats?". Alas, none of that matters as much as the party that will be going on in your mouth throughout the class! I would recommend an Antonelli's class to anyone who'd like to learn a little something while getting to sample a variety of different products. But beware, classes tend to fill up within the first 30 minutes they get released. So sign up for the Antonelli's e-newsletter, and get to clicking quickly! read more

I have so much love for John and Kendall Antonelli and their cheeses. First, all their cheesemongers carry their titles with pride. More than one always welcomes you. Within minutes of your eyes wandering to a cheese or jar of caramel, a cheesemonger will hand you a tiny spoon with a taste of it. Also, they are so excited about the cheese. They will do all they can to make sure that you find something that you love. What is so special about their cheese? It is the thought that goes into what they choose to carry. They range from France to local. When I first visited Antonelli's, I was able to have a cheese flight and while there were some I absolutely disliked, there were some that were divine. I was thrilled when I saw they had an old favorite of mine from Marin: Cowgirl. People tend to have different palates and so, like specialty a wine shop, a specialty cheese shop needs to carry bold, even polarizing, kinds; otherwise, everything just hovers around the middle mark and where is the excitement in that. read more

Here's a few secrets about Antonelli's that are unknown to those first time discoverers of cheese. 1) You are being ripped off royally! Antonelli's unlike any other cheese shop that I've ever come across worldwide (and I've been around the block) CHARGES you for 1/8 of a lb. NO ONE does that. ANYWHERE! The writing on the price tags is so minuscule that the prices seem NORMAL at first and you are caught unawares. No one ever tells you they are charging you for 1/8 of a lb. rather than the industry standard of 1/4!. When I mentioned this at the counter with my jaw agape the cashier's only answer was "that's the price". He couldn't or wouldn't go into a discussion why that is not industry standard. 2) Their PRICES are at least DOUBLE the national average. Just go to Zabaar's in NY or any shop in Chicago, San Francisco or elsewhere and you'll be shocked to find out what the market really bears. 3) They make their money from WHOLESALE sales, right across the street in their house. so WHY ARE THEY PUSHING these prices onto the naive retail customer? (Are they Republican?) 4) When you ask for a taste of cheese they offer the thinnest, MEASLIEST bit of a tasting you've ever seen. Get a full thick slice or chunk from anywhere but Antonelli's and savor the taste. These are not tastings offered here they are bird droppings. 5) The service takes TOO LONG. If you are a conosseiur of cheese or know your cheese you do not need to wait 30 minutes to get service. They treat every single customer in here as if ooh ooh cheese were the latest scientific invention and you are in the first grade. Sorry y'all it is YOU who are learning since no one from Antonelli's ever had the slightest clue about cheese until they bought the shop and set up a shingle. They do not even hail from the food industry. So PLU-EEEASE give me the respect and anyone else who knows their cheese and treat us with humor and spare me the tutorial. I'll order online, at Central Market before I ever step foot into Antonelli's again. read more

I don't know a lot about cheese (even though I love it), so at first the shop seemed a little intimidating. I would always drive by it, but never actually go in. I finally decided to go in person and check it out and I am so glad I did! Everyone there was so helpful and kind. I felt at ease immediately and left with an amazing blue cheese. Now I go there whenever I need a cheese for a special event! read more

They rock here! If you like stinky cheese, moldy cheese, hard cheese, medium cheese, and other varieties, styles, flavors, and textures of cheese, come here! I doubt anyone else does it better in town. They also have a number of other things worth getting like Tazmanian honey, dried blood oranges, and a pork and rabbit terrine (when available). Additionally, they aren't stingy with letting you try whatever cheeses and food products they have available (minus any alcohol products). They even keep a cheese log so to help you remember what you've had which can be very helpful with the plethora of options to choose from. Lastly, Dana is awesome and had some excellent recommendations. read more

I finally stopped by to check this place out after having it floating in the back of my to do list seemingly forever. I parked in the lot and realized the the shop was actually across the street in the much smaller store and and was a bit shocked at how tiny the place was. I'm not that knowledgeable about cheese, and while I'm sure the quality is top notch I was a bit let down at the selection, as the cheese section in Central market even dwarfs this place. On the plus side, the service was extremely friendly and they were very open about providing as many samples as you want of any of the cheeses which is awesome if you're looking to try out some different types and don't know why you like. I tried a 4 or 5 cheeses ranging from cheddar and brie to sheeps milk and some funky bleus. Everything was quite good and ran the gamut from mild to overpowering, soft to crumbly, etc... In the end I asked for a half pound of one of the aged clothbound cheddars that I sampled and neglected to check the price on until my tiny .62 lb wedge of cheese rang up for over $18. wtf?!? Almost $30/lb for cheddar? That seems a bit ridiculous and I while I like the staff, I left feeling ripped off as the prices seemed ridiculous to me. $13 for a small jar of pickles at the front didn't do much to sway me from that either. All in all, great service and its awesome to be able to sample, but you will in fact pay very heavily for it. I like the shop, and I might check back at some point, but I'll probably stick to Central Market and Whole Foods for cheese. read more

Very impressed with this shop! Customer service was 5 star! Took the time to go over every cheese and provide samples. I picked up a bottle of wine and some other goodies too. Cute place! read more

I love cheese but admittly I am not too knowledgable on the subject. I know I like certain cheeses but I have no clue when it comes to ideal wine/beer pairing or how to choose a well rounded cheese plate. This is where Antonelli's comes into play, this fromaggerie is perfect for a cheese novice to a connaseur. The people that run and work at the store are wonderfully friendly and helpful for the moment you step in the door. They greet you with tasty samples of cheese and sometimes even give you a story to go with it. I once tried and bought a blue cheese from France made by a 80 year old man, seriously you can't beat that! Antonelli's offers cheese pairing classes which sound pretty interesting and the price isnt bad at $30 either. Additionally you can rent out the shop for a private party for up to 10 people in which you get a several courses of cheese. I would love to do either some day! If you want your friends to be forever indebted to you by rocking their taste buds, stop by Antonelli's before your next party and pick up some delectable cheese! Enjoy! read more

Cheese shop! YES! The only thing that is bad is how close this place is to my house and thus ,how much wider my hips will grow in proportion. Well, you know what? I'm willing to sacrifice my hips to cheese. Whatever. The staff at this place is also amazing. The owner/manager John introduced himself as soon as I mentioned I was a first-time customer and lived nearby. He's in business with his wife and another friend, all of whom were very friendly when I went. John was happy to talk to me about cheeses for as long as I had time for, and he gave me at least 5 cheese samples, as well as an olive sample. I would have gotten some charcuterie, too, if I had time! I settled on a couple of cheeses that I wanted, which John happily offered to cut to my specifications. I also got a piece of bread and tried this GREAT honey that came in a tiny little pot for $3, which was perfect because I wasn't sure I wanted to spend a ton of money on honey if I wasn't sure I liked it. All in all, 2 kinds of cheese, the honey, and a loaf of french bread (from Texas French Bread) came out to about $18. I guess that seems expensive, but I had bread and cheese and honey with lunch and dinner for the next 2 days, so it wasn't bad if you think about it. The french bread was sold practically at cost, and the quality of the cheese made it worth it. When I went to pay at the register, they put my order into the computer so they can pull it up next time if I forget what kind of cheese I bought and want the same kind! YAYYY! Cheese, people. It cures all illnesses. Except maybe lactose intolerance... read more

It may be tiny, but Antonelli's does *not* mess around. They'll let you try pretty much anything in the case that captures your fancy, and won't hesitate to whip out a matching sauce or jam to pair. I fell in love with the Black Betty Gouda - after tasting a parmesan that was out, I commented on my favorite part of parmesan - the sort of crystalized twinkle that brightens your mouth with sweetness. The fellow behind the counter immediately understood what I was talking about, and recommended the Black Betty - a gouda that shared a similar shimmer. Indeed, it was perfect - like if parmesan and gouda had a baby that took the best attributes of both. These folks understand their cheese. Have fun exploring and tasting - you'll likely walk away with something you didn't expect to, but that's only because your palate will be opened by the knowledgeable cheese mongers in house. read more

So, in a nutshell, this place is cheese heaven on earth. A friend and I came in here and had a wonderful experience and walked out with a lot of tasty cheeses and accompaniments. We were greeted by Graham who led us through a great tasting experience. We asked him his favorites in each of the different sections, (I think there are four in the case between softer cheeses, hard cheeses and blue cheeses). He made some excellent recommendations, some interesting recommendations, and helped us pick through the extensive options in their cheese case. By the end of this funktastic journey, we had selected four different cheeses, some incredible raspberry champagne jelly, and a goat's milk caramel bourbon sauce that makes me a little weak in the knees. I'm sure we could have been in here all day tasting and bantering back and forth - this was easily one of the best experiences I've had in a shop in quite a while. I will absolutely be back to this charming establishment really soon. Thanks! read more

How do I love thee, let me count the ways! Antonelli's is an Austin landmark, a must visit, and (fair warning) thoroughly addictive. The main event is cheese cut to order by lovely, helpful cheese mongers who will help you through their large case of delicious cheeses. And the side show is that they put on absolutely outstanding cheese classes. Pro tips: - The cheese they get is better than what you can purchase elsewhere -- not sure how they do it, but a Central Market Mt. Tam is different from an Antonelli's Mt. Tam. - Their wine selection has recently gone from zero to hero; really excellent bottles at reasonable prices. Very memorable wines. - Don't be shy, don't be scared! It's weird in your first visit in how the establishment is set up and that you're about to be treated to so many tastes of cheese -- and sometimes you might arrive at peak times when there is a long line -- but the cheese mongers will help you through it and make the experience special. - Gosh, avoid those long lines before big holidays. (I always forget!) - Take a class!!! Any class, they're all excellent to out of this world, so you can't go wrong. - Lean on your cheese monger for advice if you have any questions or need help -- they're all delightful and well trained. - Sign up for their newsletter -- it's always chatty and fun and educational and NEWSY about cheeses, especially seasonal cheese. - Black Betty. It's a seasonal cheese so right now (June 2019) they don't have it, but when they do (fall/winter), GET ON THAT. - ps. if you meet the owners, you will just fall in love - John and Kendall are so inspiring and lovely! read more

Life is Gouda here! The owners are great. They have a great staff, committed to making you a happy customer. I've been going here since they opened up and I have to say, they've had it right since the beginning. They even keep a customer record of all the cheeses you have had, so when you go back and want the same thing but can't remember...WAALAAA! They know! Always oblige to tasting any and every cheese you desire. They are also committed to spotlighting local artisans. Many of the cheese compliments and accompaniments are produced locally. read more

Trying to write a review of this place is like trying to find the words to say to the most beautiful woman in the world the first time you meet her... What can you say? I love you. You're beautiful. Marry me. Too intense? Let's take it a bit slower... It's in a cute location in Hyde Park. The moment you open the door you are greeted with a warm and welcoming smile. They do not encourage to sample the cheeses, they insist! They are complete cheese nerds and can tell you anything you could possibly want to know about their cheeses. There are larger selections of cheese in town, but at Antonelli's it is quality over quantity. And, they will cut any size piece you want! Customer Service is exemplary! This is the most intimate way to purchase cheese! Also, great place to start a date! read more

The Good: :: it's a local business. excellent!!! :: it's a great neighborhood business that fits in perfectly. easy to get to by feet or by bike for all hyde park residents! :: very quaint interior. doesn't feel snobby or standoffish at all. nothing is more important than feeling cozy when you are cheese shopping! :: lots of cheese options. mind you, this is a small shop and so they won't have the same quantity of offerings of a place like central market or whole foods. they rotate out their cheese offerings, so it's going to keep you coming back for more! :: they offer wine for sale to accompany your cheese :: they offer olives for sale :: they offer different types of meats (e.g., prosciutto, salami, and more) to accompany your cheese :: they sell different cheese accessories like cheese boards, cheese knives, and more. i ended up picking up a cheese board made in oregon! :: you can sample everything before you buy it. make sure you try something of everything or else you'll regret it! :) :: people that work there are super friendly and helpful. don't be shy about asking questions about anything! The Bad: :: they aren't open all week, only tuesday - sunday. boooo! but i can deal. that's 1 day fewer i have cheese going straight to my ass and thighs. The Ugly: :: none. Would I go back? Definitely!!! This cheese shop addition to the neighborhood does nothing but bring a smile to my face, and it's a nice addition to my list of regular places to go. Something like this has been long overdue in this neighborhood, and I'm glad they made their way here. This place is IN. read more

Once again, 5 stars for Antonelli's! I recently ordered a cheese platter for a baby shower, and I came in twice to pick just the right cheeses. The service was excellent every time, and the platter was a huge hit! Just FYI -- If you order a platter, you need to return the physical dish to the shop within a week. It's a little annoying to have make to another trip there, but they're trying to be greener and cut down on waste. I can't really complain about that. read more

Dropped by for some party items the other day and couldn't have had better service. These guys KNOW their cheese, their honey, their meats, etc. I honestly can't think of a shop in town that knows more about their products and can recommend items based upon a few of your likes and dislikes. They hit the nail on the head every time. If you haven't been here and you like cheese, and really, who doesn't, you absolutely must visit. Don't let the prices scare you off - remember that they are by the pound, and a pound of cheese is a shit load of cheese. Free tastes of almost everything in the shop and great personalized service. Do it. You know you want to. read more

Is it Christmas already? No it's just time to go to Antonelli's! I'll admit I love all things cheese but what makes the Antonelli's experience so special is the service. Sample after sample, the cheese mongers never seem to tire of handing you cheese to eat. I love going in a getting small amounts of numerous cheeses to try. Don't forget to buy a baguette and prosciutto to compliment your wares. I suggest asking your monger to include a bit of their favorite cheese, at the moment, with your order. It's like playing cheese roulette, though I've never been disappointed. read more

A friend has been raving about this place for months now and I finally had a day off with my gf, so I grabbed her and announced we were going to the cheese shop. It's so cute, nicely laid out and wow, what a selection. My head was swimming and I didn't even know where to start. Thankfully, John was there to help and when he asked what I was looking for I said "I don't know. I kind of want you to blow my mind." He started with a soft cheese covered in brandy-soaked raisins that tasted yogurty and like cheesecake. We moved along to stronger cheeses, some amazing cheddars (because I asked for a strong cheddar) and into the funky blues. Every sample was handed over with a smile, a bite for himself, and a little "yummy" dance on his part that I was pretty tempted to join. I gotta tell you, this stuff is good. And good sales, because we would start with a flavor and he would throw some adjectives at me: do I want something stronger? more subtle? sweeter? richer? herbal? smoky? I bought small slices of 5 different cheeses before we moved on to the meats, where I bought a few slices of bresaola and prosciutto. And a ciabatta. And then I spied a chocolate bar with chicory in it. It's all home now and we're waiting to eat it for another hour. The best part all this is that I had FUN there. A lot of fun! It was just fun to hang out and sample cheese and have conversations about it and hear what other people were looking for and why and that is one seriously knowledgeable staff. Go here., Eat some cheese. You will love it. ALSO, they keep a profile so you don't have to remember what cheeses you got. Which I find REALLY helpful. read more

Walking into Antonelli's and speaking with the owners and staff is not only consistently a delicious and educational experience, but is also a sheer reminder of turning what you love into a career is the simplest algorithm for success---and delighted customers. I'd heard about Antonelli's for about a year before making the trek with an out of town guest to taste and experience that which my friends described as cheese-gasms. Antonelli's has what seems like hundreds of cheeses and the staff (known as Cheesemongers) treat cheese as the best of wine conniseurs. Even my lactose intolerant guest caved and tried at least 6. It's a bit on the pricey side, but even my cheap self didn't mind. These are the kinds of businesses that deserve every half cent of support. I can't write about Antonelli's without mentioning their cheese tasting 101 classes. Getting into such classes is just about as easy as getting tickets to Adele (my computer even froze when I tried to purchase tickets 5 minutes after the email announcing the classes came out. Alas, the cheese god's were smiling upon me that afternoon and I secured a spot. After attending the class yesterday (and eating .5 pounds of cheese, literally), my faith in Antonellis is only rejuvenated. The course was in two words, simply lovely. Six cheeses were served along with pelegrino, complements and a guided tasting. My 2 friends and I were utterly delighted...great date spot idea as well. Hope this place will be around for a very long time! read more

Dan rocks the cheeseshop!! Thank you for patiently waiting while I delighted over every sample you offered my greedy tastebuds! I'll admit that all I had for dinner last night was cheese. Blue and grapes, Parm and orange marmalade, Log and apples sprinkled with cinnamon, oh my. I had intended to do Pilates, but a glass of wine was a better accompaniment. I need to come back and sample the meat offerings. I'll make sure I elliptical before I start next time. read more

My boyfriend and I fell in love with Antonelli after our first experience. Since then, we come to buy more cheeses twice a week! Kendell and John are very friendly and though I was shy at first to try the cheeses but now I feel like a pro cheese taster! Eating cheese is like a competitive sport for us... we love trying new cheeses and this store has given us an even more compelling reasons to do so! Kendell explained to us that they carried a lot of cheeses but mainly to promote the American cheeses that are not as well known as the foreign cheeses. What we have tried was not disappointing at all, in fact, we were amazed what great cheeses some American producers have made! We have set up an account in the store to track all the cheeses we have tried. I think this is a great idea for people who want to venture out and try all the cheeses they have. Though I want to be selfish I think Antonelli is too good to keep it as a secret. I love this store!!! read more

We attended a Saturday Social/tasting and it was a great night. The live music was intimate and the tasting was really informative and delicious. We will definitely attend another event! read more

If anyone is looking for a definition of customer service, you need to experience Antonelli's. They are THE most engaging experience I have ever been a part of at any store or restaurant anywhere at any time. Their cheese baristas will guide you through the wonderland that is cheese heaven. Holy aweseomeness greets you with every taste. This is the paradise of the saints and the lost city of Shangdu. Go to Antonelli's and let them lead you through the maze of flavors. Their experts will delight you with their supreme knowledge of all the fare they offer - which additionally includes such items as jams and almonds. I'll be returning soon. read more