Saxelby Cheesemongers
(Now Closed)Cheese Store, Gourmet Store, and Sandwich Spot
Lower East Side, New York
The experts at Serious Eats and Village Voice recommend this place
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Paul GallagherSeptember 17, 2018The special with prosciutto and hot sauce was prepared excellently by a very friendly server. Try any of the locally sourced cheeses and test their knowledge.
Serious EatsApril 4, 2013One of the city's finest cheese shops with a tightly curated selection of local and farmstead cheeses. Grilled cheese sandwiches are incredible.
Nina LoSchiavoOctober 7, 2015Perfect place for the best quality cheese on the Lower East. Go straight to Anne Saxelby for recommendations and you will not be disappointed.
Hot Bread KitchenJanuary 17, 2012Make sure to try the Cheesemongers’ Choice Deluxe, complete with 3 wedges of farmstead cheese and a bag of crisp, delicious Hot Bread Kitchen Lavash, packaged in a beautiful custom-made wooden box!
Brooklyn Taco Co.March 6, 2012Ughhh.. What is not to like. Some recent fav's are 1) Queso del invierno, ascutney mountain, boucher blue, slyboro. Don't forget to grab a caramel too.- Han YuMarch 19, 2014From NY Mag: The Marieke Super-Aged Gouda possesses that umami-rich blend of sharp and sweet—like a Parmigiano-Reggiano that’s been infused with caramel.
JinniSeptember 29, 2013Around 60-70 varieties of American-made cheese offered here! Try the smoked Salvatore ricotta! Soft, airy, and delicious!
Lower East Side PartnershipNovember 23, 2015Grab a hearty serving of that American Farmstead goodness to add that extra special flavor to your mac and cheese, pleez!
Salvatore Ricotta is a fridge staple. Eat plain, or dress with olive oil or honey for an appetizer/dessert.
The friendliest and most knowledgable people I've been lucky enough to meet. The options might seem overwhelming, but they're always happy to guide!
NY WaterwayJuly 23, 2012Such a neighborly feel when you come here. Cheeses are a little pricey but well worth it!- M MDecember 23, 2011Great way to support local farms at the same time eating the best cheeses available.
Cassandra SealeApril 21, 2011Some staff members are very cheese-snooty, ie not that helpful. Two younger girls here though gave us the best cheese experience of our lives!
Amy Johnson CookApril 29, 2013Try the Pawlie grilled cheese sandwich complete with Rick's Pick's pickles.
Kate FurmanMay 12, 2015$7 for a classic grilled cheese, it was alright. It takes 10 mins for them to make it too.
Debbie PressmanMarch 14, 2010The friendliest American cheese shop in the city. Anne and the rest of the staff are incredibly knowledgeable and the selection is scrumptious.
Village VoiceNovember 9, 2010The Village Voice voted this Best Grilled-Cheese Sandwich in our Best of New York Poll!
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- Tue–Sat
- 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
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- 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
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