This is a great place for some amazing cheese. We went here because of a local recommendation. Charcuterie and wine and that was our lunch! The service was great, lots of information on the cheese and she helped us choose. If you love cheese you need to try this place out. read more

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Great place! Delicious my family loved it! An assortment of cheeses, crackers, bread, jam and honey. What more can I say if you like this kind of thing definitely check it out. read more

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Had a great visit to the quaint downtown Cheese Cottage. Staff was SUPER friendly and accommodated our request to sit in the shade. The Charcuterie Board - I think mine was the Seasonal Board - was delicious with choice meats and cheeses. I asked for bacon jam because I never tried and it was DELISH! This was a quick stop-snack-chill for me and Mita but our brief stay was made even more enjoyable by the breeze on the patio/courtyard with some live music drifting over from the adjacent brewery. Great around venue setting! read more

The Cheese Cottage - Charcuterie Board! - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

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OMG! This is has got to be one of the best restaurants in Mobile. The wait staff is on top of their game and all the food is so amazing. If I lived in Mobile I would eat there every day! I had the oven roasted Turkey with cranberry slaw sandwich which was to die for. I was so full, but couldn't stop eating it. The Ultimate Four Cheese grilled cheese was also yummy and got a big thumbs up from my girlfriend. Wish they sold the jalapeño jam that was on it, but sadly they do not. Not all bad tho, just means we will have to visit again next time we are in Mobile! read more

Beautiful little restaurant. It's all outside so be prepared for that. They only do brunch once a month but we were still able to get mimosas! It was very cute and food was delicious read more

I love the cheese and meats. All seating is outdoors and the flies are horrific. Their trash is outdoors near the seating are. After a few minute we had to leave. read more

The Cheese Cottage is so cute! It reminds me of a doll cottage. The curb appeal is nice and the outdoor seating is so warm and inviting. The inside is she real chic and has a farmhouse feel. The staff (especially Meahgan) is very friendly and pleasant. I ordered the Ploughman's lunch to go and the plate was loaded with goodies. I could barely eat it all. I can't wait to revisit when I'm not in a rush to get back to work so I could unwind on the patio. read more

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Great spot. Went on a Friday night during art walk and a music festival so a crowd was expected. It was indeed crowded, and we were told it would be 45 minutes for any food. I was surprised about a 45 minute wait for a cheese board, but as my friend and I were discussing whether or not we would stay or go (because we were hungry!!), someone from the kitchen came out and said it would probably be more like 20 minutes. The stars had aligned and I'm happy we stayed. Tried the farmstead cheese board and loved it. My favorites were the bit o' blue cow's milk cheese and the ewetopia sheep's milk cheese. The portions of cheese were very large and it came with plenty of accompaniments. Definitely enough for four people to share. I also ordered the sandwich of the day, which was grilled cheese with raclette, ham, and tomato. It was so comforting and I would love to have it again, should it be offered in the future. We took a recommendation from the staff and ordered a bottle of Summer Water rosé. Not something I'd ordinarily order but I really enjoyed it. read more

Great place for lunch. Has out door seating but it's covered with fans so didn't get to hot, the food was great, and it had live music. *Dog Friendly* read more

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I visited the Cheese cottage recently for the first time. First of all, this a neat little spot. The owners renovated an old gas station and turned it into a nice, quiet gathering spot. We sat in the covered outdoor section which is perfect for spring weather. There are pull down shades to help block any excessive wind. I really enjoyed this. Cheese cottage offers a limited lunch menu. They offer hand crafted sandwiches and cheese boards. On this visit I only tried a few different cheeses, but I can't wait to get back and try one of their signature sandwiches for lunch. In addition to the wide variety of cheeses, they also have wine and will help you pair it with the perfect cheese board. My favorite cheese is the triple cream brie. I ended up walking out with it and cheese curds to go! (Did I mention they have a store too so you can bring your favorite items home?!) The staff is very friendly. The space is small and so is the parking, but don't let it deter you from making a pit stop you won't regret! read more

The Cheese Cottage - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

One of the tastiest sandwiches ever! I have always wanted to try Pimento cheese and I'm so glad I tried it here! The service was friendly and quick. We ate on the patio and it was such a nice end to a long day. I went here on vacation, we just happened to find it on Yelp. If I were in that area again I would definitely bring my girls here for a delicious afternoon! Well done! read more

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I love this place! It is so cute and the food is amazing! I love to come here in sunday's and get a cheese board with my fam. They have many options other then cheese board such as pizza, soup and sandwiches and all of it is soo good! I highly recommend this place to everyone!! read more

Third time here. Food quality and freshness is top notch. This place is awesome. Service is awesome as well. Favorite lunch spot. read more

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Love the food and wine choices. The staff is super. This is really an outdoor venue with about 1/2 the tables under cover and most of the others under umbrella. So prepare and dress for the weather. read more

Hubby and I went to this quaint little cheese shop for lunch. First of all, the place is charming. There is a covered outdoor patio with plenty of seating plus a couple of tables inside if you prefer. Owner Kristi was behind the counter and eager to help us select something for lunch. We ended up eating the Ploughman's board which includes two cheeses, a summer meat, french baguette slices, fruit, nuts and a delicious muscadine jam. We also shared the Basil Mozzarella sandwich. I am a water drinker and I absolutely adore the fact that in the "Sips" cooler are big bottles of water for your table. My husband had a bottled root beer. We decided to eat inside because of some construction work that was happening outdoors nearby. I am so happy that we did, because we really got to visit with Kristi and her husband! They are a delightful couple and excited about Mobile! The cheeses were incredible. We had one from Sweet Grass Creamery that was divine! Kristi offers a complimentary sampling of six cheeses that I suggest you try. The shop offers a big assortment of jams, honey, crackers and 90 different cheeses! If you are looking for a unique gift, they have gift baskets and boards. This is the perfect place to meet friends for wine and some delicious cheese! The lunch menu includes salads, sandwiches and of course, cheese! read more

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Such a lovely place to day drink and grab a cheeseboard or tapa. Cute atmosphere with a very friendly staff.

Great food and great service. We had the board and different sandwiches. All were excellent. Great outdoor space. read more

The Cheese Cottage - Cheese board... half eaten lol - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

This little place has been here since 2017. It's a great find. Super friendly and quaint. Delicious food. Try the specials you can't go wrong. The seating is outdoors but it's shaded or if you like feel free to sit in the soon. They have cheese boards or toasties (sandwiches). Water or wine. Service was a little slow but I didn't mind, it's was a pretty day. I had this week's special This week's special - Smoked turkey breast with fresh mozzarella, bacon, lettuce, tomato and basil garlic aioli on a crunchy baguette, with chips. It was very good. The mozzarella was the star of the show. My sis had the house-made pimento cheese made with goat cheese from Alabama makers and aged gouda with bacon and onion jam on buttered, grilled sourdough bread. The hostess said it a local favorite, we could certainly see why, it was exploding with flavor. read more

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Such a great treat in an adorable part of town! I had heard about this place from a friend, and decided to take a date there for my birthday in late May. The building is adorable! Located in the quiet outskirts of downtown (away from all the heavy drinking, hustle and bustle of LoDa), the exterior looks very "Hansel and Gretel." I can sometimes be intimidated going in to a new place, not knowing how to order, where to sit, etc. The guys at The Cheese Cottage completely took away any anxiety I had! I felt like asking them to sit down at our table and eat with us! We stepped inside to order, and I was blown away at both the selection and the knowledge of the employees. They took the time to speak with us about our preferences and what like and didn't like, so we would sure to be happy with our meal. Just amazing service. And then our server, Chris, was one of the highlights of the evening. He was friendly and talkative and funny, and really made our meal even better. One HUGE, amazing, heart-warming highlight for me, was that I added a cheese to the regular Ploughman's board. I didn't sub it out, I strictly added an additional cheese. I was quite comfortable paying the extra cost since Belle Chevre is made by the Gods. After we sat down, Chris came out with another receipt, and let me know he had accidentally overcharge me, so he had reversed the charges! I was just floored. It's so great to find good, honest, local people. And finally, the FOOD. Oh my G, the food. As I mentioned, my date and I ordered the Ploughman's for two. Since we planned to make it our entire meal, and to split it, I considered ordering the large, which serves 4. So glad we stuck with the small! We ate every bit and were fully satiated. The cheeses were amazing, fresh, fragrant, flavorful and perfect. The cold cuts we delicious, just spicy enough, and a perfect match for the cheeses. The accoutrements of nuts, jam, honey, pickles, crackers and sliced bread made this meal phenomenal beyond explanation! In addition to the food, the drinks were also remarkable. Neither of us were drinking that night, so we checked out their cooler. What a neat find!! My date had ginger beer, and I had real honest-to goodness Rose Lemonade. I've never seen that in Mobile. It was so delicious, we each grabbed a bottle for the road when we were leaving. The atmosphere here is just lovely. As I said the building has a very "Hansel and Gretel" look, and the whole vibe of the place seems magical, especially right at sunset. Late May can get pretty stifling hot around Mobile, and they only had two tiny tables on the inside, which I'm not really sure were for sitting. However, the porch seating was covered, romantically lit with fairy lights, etc., and there were several large fans going so it was nicely refreshing to sit outside. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend checking this place out. Mobile needs more cute, kitschy places like this serving fresh, gourmet food at a great place, in a cute location, with super friendly and knowledgeable employees.Chris was a hoot, and was one of the highlights of our meal, ESPECIALLY when he took it upon himself to correct a charging error that I never would have noticed. He 100% did that because he is honest, ethical, and a good person. I hope hid manager sees this! read more

A wine and cheese haven is what this is. The Cheese Cottage was on the Bienville Bites Walking Food Tour and it was fascinating. I learned a lot about the historical location it is housed in. The cheese board and champagne we were served on the food tour was delicious. The general store inside has really cool gifts for the adventurous foodies in our lives. read more

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I believe I have had every item and every one is out of this world! The Mobile Muffaletta Panini is a revelation, the Burrata Caprese Salad is literally one of the best things I have ever consumed and the Poached Pear with Mascarpone cheese will make you weak in the knees. Then, there is their fabulous cheese selection. They source regional artisan cheeses as well as delectable international selections that rotate not too often but often enough so that there is always something incredible that you haven't had before. Finally the staff is exactly what you hope for in a local shop. They are personable and seem to absolutely love what they do. If you come more than a couple of times (which you will) they remember you and greet you with the smile of an old friend. If you haven't been here, you are missing out on one of Mobile's Great culinary treasures. read more

Cute downtown eatery! My Ruben was delicious. It doesn't come with cheese. But the waiter was terrific and asked the kitchen to add Gouda cheese. The only downside is that it doesn't offer a large indoor seating area. It was extremely warm outside even with the ceiling fan, and flies swarmed our food. read more

The Cheese Cottage - Reuben with Gouda cheese added. Crispy and delicious!! - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

We were next door watching the Army Navy game and decided to get a bite here at halftime. They appeared to have plenty of staff and there was only one table occupied when we got there. It too at least an hour to get our order. They weren't making gumbo from scratch, our orders were simply salads and sandwiches. A couple came in after us, they ate, paid there bill, and left before we ever got our food. We were the only table left. After we got our food, which was okay, our waitress totally abandoned us. We practically had to beg to pay them. That took another half hour. The owner or possibly manager finally checked us out. Maybe it was an off day. With so many great selections in our home town, I doubt we will ever return. read more

Amazing cheese board and wonderful wine! The owner was so sweet and helpful. We ordered the create your own board, wonderful! We will be back again soon! read more

The Cheese Cottage - Create your own cheese board - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

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We love the outdoor dining experience on a Saturday afternoon, but if you want the SOUP you have to be early!! They sell out all the time (sigh)!! Be adventurous and try the specials... they never disappoint!! read more

We have loved visiting the Cheese Cottage ever since they first opened. It's wonderful every time, but brunch on select Sundays and raclette night on Thursdays are especially amazing. If you enjoy specialty cheese you absolutely need to visit. They have soup, salads, and sandwiches that highlight different cheese. I also highly recommend the cheese classes that they offer. Just a great place with great staff read more

I had the special yesterday....turkey with blueberry compote on a toasted Croissant. TO DIE FOR!!!! Also the soup special. Chz....potatoes...n kale.. Fabulous. read more

This was a nice change for us. We normally don't try places like this. We will be. The staff was really nice and knowledgeable. We got a small tray and a grilled cheese. It was way more food then we needed! read more

Such a cute place to eat outside. My husband and I went and split a Charcuterie board Ansett done some Mamosa's for brunch on a Sunday. The weather was beautiful. Great variety and so delicious. We will definitely be back. read more

The Cheese Cottage - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

My husband and I stopped in yesterday afternoon to have a dessert. Yes, a dessert...cheesecake of course ! It was delicious! Topped with blueberries and pecans! Sooo good. We love this place! Best ambiance for a grocery /deli type store. We tried to get there in time to have one of the specials of the ham, cheese and tomato sandwich also but they were all SOLD OUT! That's ok we will be back soon! We had a wonderful person handle our order, be sure to ask for Meaghan when you stop in read more

The Cheese Cottage - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

Ordered a cheeseboards for our vacation on the beach. The cheeses they selected, the salami, the dates and the pecans were perfect. We snacked on them for several days. The blue cheese wedge and the Brie were exceptional. If we're in the area, we will try the Cheese Cottage again. Quaint little building. read more

Downtown's newest addition is already making headway and becoming a neighborhood and city favorite. We attended the Grand Opening party as well as had lunch the day before. They have a small private parking lot, ample street parking, a covered area patio with some heaters built in, as well as a total open air patio, and two small tables inside. The whole place is done to perfection to remind you of a small little cottage with a wonderfully charming host who wants to share a passion with you. We arrived at the charming little shop for a late lunch as were greeted by the very charming owners who gave us one of their complimentary cheese tastings. The owner walked us through the plan for the 80 or more cheeses she has in stock. The sampling included Gouda, Havarti, Blue Cheese, and no joke one of the best cheddars I have ever had in my life. When you make your first trip, do the tasting, they change constantly and are a charming introduction to the Cheese Cottage! We were so excited, to order lunch, everything looks so good. We opted for the Ploughman's Lunch which came with 2 cheeses, fresh apples and grapes, capicola charcuterie, pecans, some amazing Mississippi sourced honey, baguette, and a hard boiled egg. The owner even let us switch one for a different one as we didn't care for one of them. I also opted to try the Basil Pesto and bacon with smoked mozzarella sandwich. It was hands down one of the best sandwiches I have ever eaten in my life. Now, I know what you are thinking, do they serve wine and beer? The Cheese Cottage has been approved to sell alcohol, but they are just waiting for the state to catch up from the recent ice days. All in all, I am super stoked for this business and I will be a frequent flyer here! read more

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I wish I had taken a picture of our charcuterie board because it was beautiful! I felt like for the money we spent, we got the appropriate amount of food which I find rare with charcuterie boards typically. Staff was super helpful and knowledgeable about wines and cheeses. The location is great too since there is a Brewery right next to it. Great food, awesome environment, helpful staff! read more

I would like to start by saying that the Cheese Cottage is typically one of our favorite downtown restaurants. We are cheese lovers and don't mind the outdoor-only atmosphere. I have met the owner and she is a wonderful person with extensive knowledge about cheese. We would often go out of our way to support this business best we could during COVID takeout only phase. However, the past two times we have been we have had some negative experiences. The first time the food was very good, but the staff was borderline rude to our party about the limited seating situation and made jokes about some of our party members being "jerks" in a private conversation amongst our party. This was extremely embarrassing considering I had chosen to bring my coworkers here for a new experience for them. We sometimes bring customers to this venue so it's concerning that I now have to be worried about how my party will be treated. I work for a manufacturing company so from time to time our party members have on work uniforms and/or boots. The second visit, today, the food was delicious and the staff was back to the friendliness to which I am accustomed. However, there are little signs on every table explaining the rules of the establishment - ones that I would consider basic common courtesy. A majority of the customers I've seen at this venue are downtown office workers or girls lunch/night gatherings. Hardly a wild group. I understand that the next door brewery may draw a rowdy crowd so there may be unwanted visitors using TCC seating. We really enjoy the food and atmosphere at this establishment, but I am beginning to feel like I/we don't fit into their desired customer base and will probably be limiting our visits in the future. Update: Kristi has responded to my review and explained they have been working to improve with customer service. As I said above we enjoy the food and atmosphere here very much and as improvements continue we hope to return read more

I'm already obsessed with this new addition to downtown Mobile! I sampled some of their cheeses during an Art Walk event a few months prior, so I was super excited to go check out The Cheese Cottage right before their grand opening. I popped into the store expecting to grab some cheese to take home, but ended up staying for a late lunch because everything looked so delicious, I had to try it! Before we ordered, the owner provided a complimentary tasting, where we were able to sample a handful of selections such as Gouda, Havarti, Blue Cheese, and much more! Definitely take the time to do this when you first visit! We ended up ordering the daily special which was the Ploughman's Lunch which came with 2 cheeses, capicola, fresh apples and grapes, hard boiled egg, nuts, and a baguette. It was the perfect portion for 2 people to share. I also decided to try the pimento cheese and Gouda bacon jam toastie. As all of this wasn't enough, the owner let us sample a portion of their cranberry pecan gouda coleslaw. It was definitely different than any coleslaw I've ever tried, but in a great way! As far as beverages go, The Cheese Cottage plans on being able to start the sales of beer and wine hopefully in just a few short days. The owner mentioned they are in the works to offer some of the locals such as Serda's, Haint Blue, and Old Majestic in the store very soon. There are two large tables inside and a large patio outside with plenty of seating. The owner also mentioned that there will be heaters and live music available on the patio for patrons to enjoy. I can definitely see The Cheese Cottage becoming a regular spot for my girlfriends and I, and I am super excited for this new downtown business. read more

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Delightful new dining experience. An amazing array of more than 100 exquisite cheeses, charcuterie and accompaniments. Pair with some wine or beer for a unique dining experience. The owner and staff are friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. Not in the mood for a cheese and charcuterie sampler board, then try some entree salads, burrata caprese salad, Greek Mediterranean salad or a wonderful Caesar salad, then opt for a toastie like panini; choose from a pimento cheese and Gouda bacon jam, or a Mobile muffuletta, or a basil pesto &bacon mozzarella to name but a few. They have sides to choose from and you can finish with a Chèvre cheesecake. This is a fun and very different lunch or dinner option set in a French bistro type setting. A very unique experience, I want to repeat over and over again! read more

One word-- LOVE! If you are a lover of cheese and wine, this is the PERFECT place to go. Whether it's a work group get-together, a date, or just a hangout with friends, the food and atmosphere is simply exquisite. 10/10, would recommend. P.S.- The Artisan Cheese and Charcuterie board (pictured) is easily shareable with 4-6 people! P.P.S.- If it's your first time going, they do free sampling of 3 cheeses (listed on their board) every week! read more

The Cheese Cottage - The Artisan Cheese and Charcuterie board - Cheese Shops Near Me - Mobile, Alabama

I enjoy the outdoor dining in the renovated space. It's a charming, unpretentious and beautiful location. The food was nice. There's a brewery next door. read more

Raclette night... wheel of cheese under a burner until melting and charred. Then scraped onto a baguette with sausage peppers and onions. $9 was a deal! With a $5 glass of wine. Can't miss. read more

really really cute shop (the guncles sent us) we went in to put her name on the list because it was really busy for lunch and decided to pop to the brewery behind. I had her name to the list and she was very kind went over to the brewery and realized they don't serve food so we could order takeout from cheese cottage and take it to the brewery. (they Actually encouraged it and encouraged us to try the cheeseboard from their neighbor) when we went back to place the to go order she acted irritated about it and said it would be just as long and didn't really seem happy that we wanted it to go... so we ordered a cheeseboard. It wasn't overly busy but there was a consistent wait. we waited 45 minutes for our board and everything tasted as though it has been sitting out. I was really disappointed as I had high hopes by the ambience and how cute it was and how big the selection is would give it another chance next time we are in town. Also wanted to mention we ALWAYS tip on togo food, not sure if that was reasoning but.. I digress read more