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Murray's Cheese Shop

254 Bleecker St
New York, NY 10014
Phone: (212) 243-3289

Ratings & Reviews Summary for Murray's Cheese Shop

5 Star Rating
 
(4 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
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3 Star Rating
 
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2 Star Rating
 
(1 reviews)
1 Star Rating
 
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User Reviews for Murray's Cheese Shop

2 Star Rating: Below Average

11/13/2004 Posted by nyt1

The new store is larger than before. However, it is lacking in customer service despite a fully staffed counter. I tried buying some stuff, but gave up due the mayhem/confusion in the store. No one knew where the line begin/end and where/how to pay. I was sent from one end to the other end to pay. Unfortunately, no one was manning the cash register. After requesting assistance several times (and was ignored or asked to wait another minute), I decided that it was not worth the effort (after waiting for over 10 minutes). If you value your time and don't care to deal with mayhem/craziness, have your cheese delivered via freshdirect and stay away from this store until management irons out the operation kinks and the staff knows what they are doing.

Pros: Good Cheese

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/24/2004 Posted by dianedaulton

This is the best cheese shop on the planet. Okay...it's small, but it's wonderful. It is a true neighborhood gem. NEVER EVER close, Murray's Cheese Shop!! Stay around forever!

Pros: great cheese, open late most days, wonderful pasta

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/10/2003 Posted by WolphGang

BEST Smoked Mozzerella Panini! for only 6 bucks!!! I eat one almost everyday!!! They have every variety of cheese.

Pros: mmmm

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/12/2002 Posted by mrslane

Recommended on FoodTV, I made a pilgrimage to this store. Worth it! Great prices & service! I was allowed to take a pic. Inside. I bought cheese that was beyond words. Advice: prepare yourself w/ cheese knowledge before going. It's a small fast-paced store & it helps to know what you want in advance. However, there are MANY staffers who can suggest something better. I am going to order gift baskets for Chirstmas!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/27/2002 Posted by lailaof3moons

If you're looking for the finest triple cream Brie to nibble with your champagne or some Swiss Gruyere to make that quiche sing, RUN to Murray's. They have a very knowledgeable staff, a store packed to the gills with every kind of cheese imaginable, sun-dried tomatoes, marinated mozzarella, imported olives and more in this corner shop. Family owned for over two generations, it used to be on Cornelia until they moved to this bigger shop. I've been going for over 13 years now and the free samples alone keep me coming back as they welcome you to try new things with helpful suggestions and tasty nibbles. Goat cheese galore. Highly Recommend. Stop at Aphrodisia across the street for herbs and spices as well as nuts and other dried goods, the two stores compliment each other beautifully.

Pros: Reasonable Prices, Quality, Huge Selection

Cons: Often Crowded

Editor's Review

The city's beloved cheese shop moves across the street and into the 21st century.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

The Extras

The new space has a classroom where owner Rob Kaufelt and his knowledgeable staff host small groups. Tastings are held every few weeks as well; check out the schedule on the shop's website.

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Hours

  • Mon-Sat 8am-8pm
  • Sun 10am-7pm

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • American Express

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