A great selection of cheeses and delicious marcona almonds. We tasted 3 cheeses and bought 1.

So grateful to have this shop around the corner. Interesting selection. Knowledgeable owner. Lots of other yummy things to check out in the shop - olive oils, mustards, jams, crackers, pastas. Wonderful! read more

The owner was very nice and allowed me to taste several of the cheeses. There is a very nice selection. They sell wine there in a separate room but I did not partake. read more

Great selection of amazing cheese. Very knowledgeable owner. Nice selection of accomplishments.

I was highly disappointed because I wanted New York cheddar and this store didn't have it. When I asked about it the lady at the counter got rather snarky and defensive and directed me to Wegman's grocery store because she couldn't stock up in everything. Maybe she was having a bad day, but she lost a sale. All she had to do was say, no, I don't have any, but try this cheddar from Vermont, tell me a story about the cows and local producer and I would've bought cheese. read more

Fabulous. Loved the help from the owner in picking out cheese to make a charcuterie board for the holidays. Everyone commented how good each cheese was. read more

Yes this place has an amazing selection and has been a stop for so many years for us, but is it worth dealing with the absolute rudest lady in all oh ocean grove? Definitely not. This morning we walked into the cheese shop we're rudely shooed away as she wasn't open yet, that's totally fine. We go next door to the bakery for some coffee and pastries and a nice place to sit outside. The lady behind the counter comes walking in right after us, telling the women in the bakery about the "rude, insensitive, dumb" customers who tried to walk in to the store. After another slew of rude comments she then realized we were the customers in question to which she responded, "as if i care" She then sat outside of the bakery having coffee and rudely talking about our encounter loud enough for us to hear. All in all, her selection is great but please skip this stop for lack of human decency. The cheese is not worth having to deal with the woman's audacious personality. read more

Such a charming and cozy shop. Susan the owner is friendly and knowledgable about cheese selection. She has great olive oils and jams as well. This is a gem to Ocean Grove. Highly recommend. read more

This was a really fun shop to spend 30 minutes in a couple days ago, and the two women working there were just lovely to talk to and enjoy cheese with. They definitely make with the samples, which is always a sign of a cheese shop that has confidence in it's product and that understands the fundamental notion that the more you expand and educate your customers, the more often you'll see them (and see them happy). Got a really nice cave aged Gruyere here, a German hard cheese whose name escapes me, and a 5-year agend Gouda which honestly tasted a lot better in the store than it did on the block later that night. This is a gem, and probably my favorite store in Ocean Grove for anything, hands down. They seem to have the standard Williams Sonoma-light selection of other dry goods and goodies and their prices are fair, if not slightly high. I'll definitely be back for more samples, and lots more stuff to bring home. read more

This is hands-down my favorite cheese shop, and I'm tough to please. Every time I walk into this tiny store front, I'm reminded that good things come in small packages. The walls are lined with jams, chutneys, sauces, spreads, pastas, breads, cookies, and there's always a table to the right with free, ample samplings of the advertised cheese of the day, usually along with some sort of spread and crackers or bread. At the heart of the shop is a cheese case filled with more cheese than my eyes know what to do with - I'm in a near panic looking at all my options! But I'm immediately put at ease by the warm and engaging shop owner who is always so happy to help me determine what I'm in the mood for by slicing me samples of anything I want to try, and everything she thinks I should try. I usually end up buying what she thinks I will like - it's like she's the cheese whisperer! The selection and service are outstanding, and the prices are so reasonable! In addition, she has set up an old school filing system for customers who want to record their cheese purchases. To the left of the cheese case you will find a metal box with alphabetical tabs and large index-type cards whereon you can fill out the cheese you purchased or sampled and your comments, and then you simply put it back in the box for the next time you come around. It's so cool! If this shop all by itself wasn't great enough, it gets bonus points by being in Ocean Grove. Go to the beach, have some cheese. Yay! read more

My friends and i had an awesome chat with Susan (the proprietor of the place) about her selection of cheeses and other products. A lot over her stuff (unusually) comes from the Pyrenees region where she says a lot of flavorful cheeses come from -- who knew? She also has a great selection of varieties of crackers and oodles of exotic salsas and sauces. You can even get a big piece of french bread, just be sure to get there early in the day or week because they go fast! Oh, and don't worry about the cheese smell. You'll learn to love it. read more

Best cheese ever! I was never into trying new foods, until I walked into Cheese on Main. You can try all the free samples you want until you find that special one. My personal favorites include Applewood Smoked Cheddar and Garlic Cheddar. Yes, that's right - GARLIC CHEDDAR!! Delightful! Try it out. You will not be disappointed. The prices are just right for the taste. read more

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Cheese on Main is my standard for cheese shops. And let me tell you, it is a tough standard to meet. In fact, no place has matched it. The selection of cheeses is great, but what really makes this place the true gem that it is, is the amazing service. The friendly, knowledgeable staff is unparalleled. They will take the time to chat with you, offer you free tastes, and help you find the exact cheese you are looking for. Also, the bread is amazing, but you have to get there early before it sells out. Stop by Cheese on Main, and you'll be hooked. read more

Cheese on Main is a great place to really expand your palette and learn more about some of the world's best appetizers/ h'ors doeurves. Their selection is very large and the owners enjoy allowing their customers to sample so they can find something they really like. They also carry a lot of nice jams, jellies, chutnies and salsas to go with their specialty cheeses and crackers. Located in the historic downtown portion of Ocean Grove (heck, the whole town is historic), this shop is a nifty little foray into rustic rememberances. Cute. read more

We've been coming here now pretty regularly and the selection of cheeses are outstanding! I'm not very tolerant of cows milk cheese so it makes me very happy to know that there are plenty of goat and sheep milk cheeses that taste pretty incredible. My current favorite is a harder goat cheese from Sardinia. So delicious! read more

ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN OCEAN GROVE! I work right next door which is both a blessing and a curse. Susan has such a fantastic range of cheeses, for every pallet. And she knows her stuff! 100% go to this place! read more

As soon as you walk in you know you're in a specialty shop. Main street America has Main Street businesses, but Ocean Grove is not ordinary. And this Main Avenue store, in this quintessentially Victorian town, offers life to the kitchen. Susan, the owner, is always behind the counter with the smiles and knowledge that come only from pride in one's product. There are always samples to delineate what cheese will best serve the occasion. This place is terrific. My only complaint is that I cannot take the building, the help, and the inventory with me when I leave town in the winters. read more

What a fabulous place !!! I am a simple country girl who needed some help picking out cheeses and Susan was more than happy to help me find the right ones ...what a great place ... also the relish she sells is fantastic !!! Just tried it today on my tuna .. read more

I don't live near here nor have I ever been here...so how can this New Yorker possibly give Cheese on Main 5 stars?? In December 2014 my boyfriend and I received our first of 5 monthly cheese deliveries from Susan. As a surprise gift from a friend, we were shocked and soon utterly OBSESSED! The cheeses were different and absolutely amazing. She sends three different .5lb blocks of cheese per month with 2 accompaniments (usually some sort of cracker and then a jam or salsa). Our friend said Susan asked what we like (nutty, crunchy cheeses for me and creamy for him) when she first called up to place the order and boy does she deliver! She selects a perfect mix of both each month. Each and every delivery comes with an index card signed by Susan describing each cheese in detail and the perfect wine pairings for each (and often a little side note- happy new year, happy holidays,etc). Since my boyfriend is a wine expert for a living it is the absolute perfect tuesday night once a month for us. We cannot get over the english cheddar with mustard seed and ale (to die for!) Susan is meticulous in caring for her customers and though I've never met her I look forward to stopping in one day on a future trip down to AC or the jersey shore to say hello (and of course pick up as many cheeses as our hands can carry). THANKS SUSAN! You are are the best!!! read more

Different from the standard shore town t-shirt or beach stuff shop. Fun place to visit and taste different cheeses. If you can not find something new and tasty that you have to take home and eat, then you are not human. read more

Great little cheese shop that you will almost miss if you are not looking for it. It's a small store but packed with goodies. They have lots of different cheeses, everything from blue to monchego to Brie. The woman working when I was there yesterday was extremely knowledgeable & helpful in making suggestions based on what I told her I was looking for. They are very willing to offer you a sample of whatever cheeses you are interested in. I ended up buying a Brie, monchego, an incredible mango & ginger sheep cheese & horseradish cheddar spread. I also picked up some great crackers & a fig/walnut bread. Last night we tried them all & they were delicious. The only reason I gave them 4 stars & no 5 is that their prices are a bit high for the cheeses. If you're in Ocean Grove definitely stop here! read more

Susan was delightful! Great samples, cheerful conversation, and wonderful atmosphere. Love our new local artisan cutting board!

Holidays are always a great opportunity to showcase epicurean delights. This season I asked Susan for help in putting together a number of different cheeses for our holiday entertaining. She was extremely helpful with suggestions and recommendations. After about 30 minutes of tastings and comparison, I left the shop with an array of flavors and textures that was sure to please. Long story short, they were a tremendous hit. Thank you Susan !! read more

I'm so glad this place is on here. I absolutely LOVE this place. I stumbled in one afternoon not particularly looking for anything and left after a half an hour with 3 wonderful cheeses. The owner is a wonderful woman who will definetly take the time to chat with you and show you all of her favorite cheeses. Her aged manchego cheese is to die for. Not only is the service and breadth of selection amazing it is also consistently cheaper than the cheese shop at Wegmans which, until I found this, I believed to be the cheapest gourmet cheese in the area. Please stop in to this wonderfully tiny shop that I now refer to as my "cheese lady" read more

Cheese HEAVEN!! What an EXCELLENT little shoppe to conclude a day of shopping on the shore. From homemade pastas and sauce, to breads and hand sliced cheeses from round the globe.. An absolute MUST if in the area!! While they were slicing our selections there was plenty of decadent delights to sample, which only makes your final order larger as the favors are a MUST HAVE!! GREAT PLACE!! FRIENDLY STAFF!! I will DEFINITELY be back, not just for myself but, for a homemade basket of cheeses to give as a gift! read more

Cheese on Main is our FAVORITE cheese shop! My husband used to own a restaurant & was a chef for 30 years. We drive over an hour to buy our cheese here. The shop owner, Susan is simply wonderful and knows anything & everything about cheese. After shopping in her store for so many years, she feels like family. She will even special order things that she doesn't carry on a regular basis. We absolutely LOVE her & love visiting her. I can't imagine life without Cheese on Main in Ocean Grove. It's the YUMMIEST place on earth! Dari & Erick read more

The staff person behind the counter was incredibly helpful and knowledgable. She was not the owner, which shows great training and pride in the shop. The cheeses as many have already said were delicious and plentiful. I have never sampled at a cheese shop the way you do in an ice cream store. She cut off a slice of so many cheeses for us! It was lovely and we definitely bought plenty of cheese because of it. I also bought these amazing goat cheese caramels. They didn't even last 24 hours because they were so irresistible. The space is too small, but that just adds to the charm. read more

Great little shop. I'm here at least once a week. Great selection of cheeses and snacks to go along with them. They have the best bread too! The onwers are very knowledgable and friendy. A must visit if you're in the O.G. read more

Awesome place! Walk in and talk to the owner, who is a friendly local who will treat you to samples and the local gossip. Wonderful place with a great atmosphere and a great selection of cheeses. read more

Love this Cheese Shop! The owner is VERY knowledgeable and gives great recommendations! If you love cheese-this is the place to go, for sure!! read more

Love this place! So clean and an incredible selection. Susan the owner is always so helpful. Stop by to pick up a special cheese to pamper yourself or send a geat gift basket! read more

I stopped in my favorite place to get cheese yesterday for the first time in quite a while. I've been going here for almost a decade I think! Even though I hadn't been there in a while, Susan the owner remembered me. This is seriously one of the cutest little shops I've ever been in. Even though she didn't carry my favorite cheese anymore, she guided me to some new options and I left with a LOT of cheese lol... Her cheeses are superb and her knowledge is outstanding. Just a reminder to myself to get back there more often! read more

We discovered this place on a weekend getaway and what a fantastic find! Shop was tiny but had so many delicious things to offer. The owner let us sample a few hard cheeses and all I can say is they were so delicious we wiped them out on the car ride home with the Firehook Seasalt baked crackers. One thing I will DEFINITELY be back for are the out of this world FRESH olives from Italy. They are the best olives I have ever tasted. The owner was knowledgeable and friendly. I will be driving back for those olives. You don't stay in business for 13 years without a great product and even better customer service. Great shop! read more

I was rudely dismissed from Cheese on Main simply because I had my dog with me, an 8 pound Yorkie mix. Walking past this shop I remembered I needed to purchase cheese for the evening's dinner. I made sure to pick up my dog before I entered. While waiting for my turn, I spotted Swedish dish towels and was going to purchase half a dozen for stocking stuffers. When it was my turn, the woman behind the counter looked at me, said, "No, no, no" while motioning to my dog and me to leave the shop. I couldn't believe how rude and dismissive she was. Even remaining customers were shocked. A smart move would have been to serve me and ask me in the future not to have my dog with me as I would have been okay with that. So she lost the sale of cheese and the dish towels and the future purchases I intended for Christmas. I guess people with service dogs wouldn't be allowed in, either. It's Christmas and a little good will goes a long way. I will be buying my cheese at The Cheese Cave in Red Bank from now on. read more

We love this place! Cheese on Main is the first place we stop when we come to the shore. Entering the tiny one-room shop is like walking into either a European fromagerie or a warm hug, I can't tell which. Susan (the owner) knows the locals by name and can suggest the perfect cheese for any occasion; we ordered a cheese platter for our daughter's graduation party that was out of this world, and beautiful to boot. We've gone in for a bag of goodies for the beach, to stock the fridge for the weekend, to order baskets for gifts, thank you's, sympathy, you name it. :) Can't wait till we can order online! read more

Great places like this won't stay open if we buy our cheeses and pates from the big-box supermarket. The owners are super-friendly, the selection is excellent, and the shop, while small, has a great village feel to it. Definitely a great place to stop by for an accompaniment to your pre-dinner cocktails. read more

Try the delicious French bread that arrives daily--reminds me of Paris, it's that good. Among the wide selection of cheeses, a few favorites is the double cream goat and the wasabi cheddar. On weekends there are terrific scones (that sell out quickly). This friendly shop is one of the delights of Ocean Grove. read more

Susan was terrific! She gave me a personal, private lesson in cheese for my upcoming party. With her help, I put together a magnificent cheese board that my guests are still raving about! This store, and its owner, are a gem, and not to be missed if you are serious about cheese. read more