Such a great find right outside the city limits of Nicasio. Elizabeth was quite generous with providing several samples of their cheeses. Which makes sense as we ended up purchasing more cheeses. Their cheeses, all taste so fresh and creamy- we picked up some Tallegio, Raclette & Foggy Morning with garlic & herbs. All of their cheeses are made from 100% organic cows milk and you can tell the difference in quality. Next time we'll come a Thursday through Sunday as they have fresh baked bread on those days. read more

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Very nice place and cozy! Most things are made from their garden or farmed on property. They have some private stock that hasn't been released that we got to see. From fresh cheeses to herbed and spice infused olive oils, salts, and herbs. Very friendly and knowledgeable service. We love going and supporting local businesses. Enjoy! read more

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I was in the area today so I stopped by, amazing cheese at a great price. worth a trip for picnic supplies and to stock up the fridge.

This small shop has the freshest fromage blanc called Foggy Morning. It is so fresh that it has not even been oxidized (exposed to oxygen). We got the Foggy Morning with basil and garlic; it is easily spreadable over a cracker, but I could just take a scoop of it and eat it straight up. Since this is a Swiss family cheese shop, they also offer Swiss Alpine mountain cheeses good for raclette. We don't make raclette, but still like their rich flavored mountain cheese for charcuterie boards. We picked up a Nicasio Reserve to enjoy. There are clean picnic tables on-site with a beautiful view of Nicasio Valley. We brought our own board and opened the cheeses we purchased. They staff even gave us additional papers and bags to pack up our leftover cheeses. It was an enjoyable afternoon! read more

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Cheese shop with adjacent dairy farm with occasional deals on their farm fresh cheese. We bought a generous block of their award winning Taleggio cheese for $16.99, with an earthy tangy flavor, which would have cost more in a store. This cheese melts well. One of the smaller farm-based cheese shops in Marin, but they generally have at least one cheese to taste, along with good pricing in their cold case. Worth a visit. read more

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Great service! Wonderful staff and really clean interior. They provide small samples so you can try their delicious cheeses read more

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We've been getting Nicasio Valley cheese for many Sundays now at the Clement Street Farmers' Market. Staff gives very generous samples, and their cheese is always so tasty. We really love their soft cheeses - our favorites are the Locarno and Foggy Morning. The hard cheeses are also great. We've been meaning to do one of their guided tours and cheese tasting on a weekend when we can get out to Nicasio. You can pre-book on their website for 40$ - sounds so fun for a group. Still one of our farmers' market favorites, and hopefully we'll get out to their ranch soon. read more

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We drove by on our return from the coast. Inside the shop, you'll find plenty of cheese to sample, alongside its accompaniments. I'm told, that generally, they offer three cheeses to sample. Through a window, you'll see the pasteurizer and the cheese being made. The space feels rustic, warm, and inviting. It's worth the stop. We left with four lovely cheeses! read more

Cheese trail destination We stopped by Nicasio Valley Cheese Company and we were impressed by the small farm ambiance and warm welcome upon arrival. The staff member was extremely knowledgeable about their cheeses and the cheese-making process, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. read more

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We came into Nicasio Valley Cheese Company on our way to Point Reyes. My family and I come here as part of our planned cheese tour of 3 local cheese companies. This company is very small compared to the other cheese companies that we visited. The shop was small, but there was a window that looked into where they make their cheeses. The was only 1 type of cheese to taste (Nicasio Reserve). The lady that worked there was very nice as was her trainee and both were knowledgeable about their products. Most of their cheeses have won awards. We needed up purchasing the Foggy Morning garlic and basil cheese which was delicious. If we are in the area, we would stop back in to purchase more cheese. read more

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Well well well, look what Mel's family has done... they now produce a couple of my favorite cheeses in the world! The folks are warm and friendly, and the shop is just the way you would like it, personable, loaded with quality treats. It feels like going back to my childhood ranch, you will feel welcome. read more

Stopped by after a walk in Roy's Reserve, and picked up some cheese. Sadly there was no cheese out for tasting on a Monday, but the person who was working was knowledgeable about the family owned business, and we were able to see the cheese being made. read more

If you like to cheese and lucky enough to be in the gorgeous countryside of Nicasio, CA, you should check out the little shop of Nicasio Valley Cheese. They are my all time favorite cheese maker. My favorite cheese is Nicasio Valley's brand Foggy Morning. Foggy Morning is a fromage blanc style cheese. It has a creamy smooth spreadable texture. Lighter than cream cheese and thicker than Greek yogurt. I love the slight tanginess and creamy texture. Delicious. TMI, I am lactose intolerant but I can tolerate the Foggy Morning cheese. I spread it on toasted sourdough bread and top it with sweet or savory toppings. I am in heaven with this on toasted sourdough with strawberry jam and bacon. The shop is tiny and compact. It is no frills. The building is nondescript. Keep an eye out for it from the road, there is no big flashy fancy sign. Thy do not have a Instagram shop wall or landscaped picnic area. But they do have darn delicious award winning cheeses. Besides their vast selection of cheeses, they sell local items such as eggs, honey, jams, vinegars, and olive oils. Also something to note is that they temporarily suspended free samples ever since COVID. Shucks. I hope that may change soon. read more

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This was our second stop on our cheese tour around Sonoma and Marin counties! Though the shop isn't very big, they have a decent selection of cheeses, drinks, olives, and more! They have a few picnic tables to hang out at as well. read more

This is a small cheese shop in an isolated town in Marin county, which we visited this past Sunday. Tastings ended at 4pm, but the employee let us try a couple cheeses leftover, as we were there about an hour before closing time. She was friendly and provided helpful info about the different offerings. We ended up buying two kinds, the Foggy Morning with basil and garlic, and the Nicasio Reserve alpine style (hard cheese). I preferred the latter, but they were both tasty and we brought our own crackers to enjoy these with after our visit. They have a bit of outdoor seating and a small parking lot as well. read more

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I found Nicasio Valley Cheese at the Clement street farmers market. Decent prices on the soft cheeses, and far cheaper then buying online, but if your in Marin you might want to hit up their shop. The market stall has some nice Brie, it's a stall that I want to explore the next time I hit the street market on Clement. 100% Organic with a commitment of sustainable agriculture since 1919. read more

Nicasio Valley Cheese Company - Fairly priced small batch soft cheeses - Cheese Shops Near Me - Nicasio, California

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Cheese! Who doesn't love cheese??? We were passing by on our way to get oysters in Marshall, And we knew we had to stop here! Absolutely delicious cheese. Worth a visit! Also, they ship! read more

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Quaint creamery with a big punch. Amazing cheese. I highly recommend the Foggy morning. Wonderful friendly service. I went a little bit of my way to visit and it was worth it. read more

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What a cute little cheese store. After our last 4 trips up to grab some oysters at Tomales Bay, we finally decided to check this place out. The lady who greeted us outside gave us a brochure to help us understand what types of cheeses they had available. That was very helpful. After maybe a 10 min wait, we were finally allowed inside after the first group of people finished up their purchases. The same lady who gave us the brochure was kind enough to help us select which types of cheeses they had for sale. The cheeses on display was organized from mild to sharp (more smelly). We decided to go with their mild selections. There is plenty of parking on their lot and you can see their processing machinery through the glass window. Very interesting place to stop by and browse around if you're a cheese lover. Not far down the road is a winery where you can grab a bottle to go with your cheese. read more

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Took the tour and tasting. We had a very enjoyable synopsis of the farmstead, the history of Nicasio, and the cheese making process. The tasting was well executed by Rick, and definitely led to some purchases at the store. Kind of a magical place. read more

This is a tiny little place out on the back roads of Marin County. In my twenty plus years of driving the back roads and living in Marin County I'd never thought to stop here, as there are rarely any vehicles, so I thought it was closed. I happened to pull over to make a call and realized this is a cheese factory, they actually make cheese here! No one was making cheese on the day I stopped by, but the place is immaculate, and the staff was very informative not only about cheese but about the local area I was looking to rent in. Great service, great cheese, and I grabbed some habenero pineapple jam that was DELECTABLE !!! read more

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Nicasio Valley Cheese Company is some of the BEST cheese I have ever had. My hubby and I decided to take a random drive to Point Reyes this past president's day weekend. The drive consisted of beautiful ranches and lush green pastures. I mentioned to my hubby I really hoped to buy cheese! We stumbled upon Nicasio Valley Cheese Company on our way to Point Reyes. There was a sign outside that said "Cheese Tasting." The shop itself is small but it does not disappoint. I am a HUGE fan of the foggy morning cheeses! The jams are amazing too! I picked up a guava flavored bottle. For $5 you can buy a cooler bag for your cheese and for $2 an ice pack. Did I mention the customer service was excellent too? I highly recommend you stop in! read more

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Ok so it have been 7 weeks on lock down and our son want to drop off a cupcake and balloon to his high school friend in Marin for a "drive by 15th birthday on Cinco de Mayo" We took a short drive down Lucas Valley Road to the little township of Nicasio Valley with its picturesque church, restaurant, Historical society, cows and The Nicasio Valley Cheese Company. They were removing the "OPEN" just before closing but they were gracious to let us enter the tiny shop. Note during the COVID19 pandemic there are NO Sampling----understand able. We were impressed by the variety of homemade jams with unique flavors like Myers lemon & Garlic, Cherry, guava, no sugar BlackBerry and about 30 more! We selected several cheese base on recommendations and look forward to trying as were have turned into a "Zoom Party Happy Hour" across the globe with family & friend while practicing social distancing. So here's to our Cinco De Mayo exploration to The Nicasio Valley Cheese Company continued success! read more

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Stopped by on the way back from Point Reyes and boy were we in for a treat. The Foggy Morning cheese was such a delight, both light and creamy at the same time. We also got the Nicasio Reserve which was good but not amazing. The staff were so nice and welcoming; specially cut up some samples for two of the hard cheeses for us. I would suggest bringing your own bread and salami for a nice afternoon of charcuterie. They do sell bread crisps and salami there (we bought the bread crisps) but not bread. There is a pleasant outdoor picnic table area that is half shaded and perfect to enjoy the cheese on a warm day. I would love to visit again soon. read more

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When all the other cheese factories/ tasting rooms where closed at 4pm on a Saturday, Nicasio was open and the staff were so welcoming. Getting to tarts cheese made from the cows we drove by on the hills down the road is a truly farm to table experience. This farm uses the same milk that gets used at clover milk. Go and taste then buy some cheese and crackers and sit in the back picnic area and let the kids play while having lunch. Awesome setup Nicasio read more

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Some of the great cheeses in United States! The soft cheeses are particularly good. Lacarno and Nicasio Square are amount the finest. The cheese tasting areas are great . read more

Very nice cheese shop find while in the area, good variety of all cheesy deliciousness . Really enjoyed all of the options and friendly service , affordable options , I will definitely recommend to family and friends. read more

Nicasio Valley Cheese Company - a glass of wine and cheese - Cheese Shops Near Me - Nicasio, California

We have been to Nicasio Cheese several times over the last few years. First, the cheese. We have always been impressed with the quality of the cheese. My wife, who is from France, can attest to the high quality compared to what she enjoyed while growing up. Their soft cheeses are great and the Nicasio Squares are pungent (in a good cheesey way) and remind us of the wonderful soft, aromatic cheeses of France. While all food is a matter of taste, I am aware that what I like may not be liked by others. Yet I have never had a cheese there that I did not like. Today's visit reinforced that impression. The shop is unpretentious and the host is both knowledgeable and friendly. No pressure to buy. The sales talk, as such, is an enthusiastic, informative description of their products. This atmosphere is a welcome departure from that of the more commercial shops in this area. In all, there is little to criticize and much to laud. This shop is highly recommended. read more

This store is a must when driving up to Marshall for some oysters and a day trip. I absolutely cannot make the drive without stopping here. The staff is always very knowledgeable about the products. They have a great selection of jams and crackers...but the cheese! Every cheese I've had here has been wonderful! There's a variety of options from mild to very stinky. Perfect for the artisanal cheese newb or the stinky cheese lover. And they always have everything needed to make a nice picnic to go with the oysters your are inevitably driving to. read more

One of the many great things about living in west Marin is the cheese that is made here. NVC is one of the best, a smaller producer that a good range of cheeses. One good thing about buying it where they make it is the price is a little better than in the stores. I recommend picking up a wide range of cheeses, some crusty bread, a bottle of wine, and may be a stick of salami, and go on a picnic locally there are many many places to go. read more

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A very quaint establishment that offers quality cheeses produced from nearby cows and processed right there at the ranch. It reminds me of the Marin Cheese of yesteryear. As a bonus local made artisan chocolates are also offered. Yummy. read more

I curated a few creameries for a fun little day trip. Out of the 5 we visited, Nicasio Valley Cheese company easily beats everyone else. They had great customer service and their cheese superior. They were giving out tours now for anyone interested, although we did not join one. We came home with the Foggy Morning, alpine cheddar and the Loma Alta. read more

Whether you're navigating the cheese trail or a local in the area, Nicasio Valley Cheese Company is a great stop in the hood. This one beats its competitors pretty simply - by not trying too hard. The space is small, but is occupied by large pieces of cheese for you to taste upon your arrival. No need to feel bad asking for more than a couple of tastings. Just go straight to the cheese island and grab what you want. There were 12ish cheeses to try from when we were there (more than enough to make you feel like you had lunch) and the woman working the shop was knowledgeable, extremely friendly, and even tried some cheese with us. Their cheese is award winning for a reason...it's absolutely delicious. Our favorites were the aged Tomimo and the Aged San Geronimo, which we bought loads of. If you're a cheese lover, make the pit stop here and prepare your wallets. read more

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Excellent cheese shop-lots of samples and knowledge and much better prices than the French one. Buy here picnic there. ;)

Found on a winding, oak tree-lined two lane road in the middle of golden, rolling hills of Northern California, this is a small shed-like building that appears to be part of a farm. To one side was an adorable pumpkin patch (this is Halloween time, you see). Stepping inside, we found a rectangular table with a goodly selection of their custom cheeses, free for the tasting, and a few other gourmet items on shelves. Not a big store at all, but fun to stop. The specialness of their cheeses was lost on me. Normally I am not a big fan of many strong cheeses, so brie, goat, or blue cheeses (and most of the cheeses were some rendition of those) was a waste on me . The only one I truly enjoyed was the mildest, almost ricotta-like fresh cheese, I believe it was called Foggy Morning. Regardless, I know there is definitely a market for those types. Worth a stop. This was a welcoming pause during our delightful day trip to Tomales Bay. read more

Nicasio Valley Cheese Company - Cheese tasting - Cheese Shops Near Me - Nicasio, California

Nicasio Valley Cheese Company is one of many cheese makers in Marin County keeping up the classic tradition of cheese making. They use local milk to create many different varieties at their facility in Nicasio. They have a cheese shop with retail sales and sell their cheese at many stores and markets in Northern California. The cheese is the star here with several fresh and aged products. Most of the regional cheese tends to be fresh and soft although Nicasio makes several harder products. The shop is rather basic and small, but the selection and free samples cannot be beat. If you are in the area, it is worth stopping at Nicasio Valley Cheese Company to stock up on your favorites. The bucolic setting is worth a detour in any case! read more

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The cheese here is wonderful! The space inside is too small but if i were them i would add a picnic table or two, sell some fresh eggs (hard boiled) and find a way to make some shade for the line that forms outside. read more

C and I came upon this cheese shop and production facility when I drove by last weekend. We parked, went into the shop and were greeted by two very friendly young employees on duty at the time. They told us to go ahead and help ourselves to all of the cheese samples. We did and loved them all. We ended up buying four or five of their different cheeses. It was a hot day and we were concerned about hauling our cheese around. Fortunately the shop sells thermal carrier and a cold pack. Our cheese got home just fine a few hours later. This is a small business worth supporting. Next time we're in Marin we will return. read more

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Must stop here! Delicious cheeses and friendly service. Cute assortment of local spices, honey, etc. This cheese is seriously delicious!

Stopped by after a short hike in Point Reyes during the last hour they were open. Small shop with a variety of house made cheeses and snacks to go along (jam, almonds, crackers, etc). They were helpful describing the quality of the cheeses. They had a special on a mystery cheese and the alpine style. Great value if buying for the shop, both of these large wedges were $13. The mystery cheese was round but tasted somewhat like a firmer and more mellow Pont L'eveque. I quite enjoyed the alpine style with crackers. Would stop again if in Point Reyes and will consider buying smaller portions of their cheeses at grocery stores or farmers markets. read more

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