The Best Cheese Shops in Hampton Roads

It's National Cheese Lovers Day and we couldn't think of a better way to celebrate than rounding up a list of our favorite cheese shops right here in Hampton Roads!

1. Virginia Cheese Company  501 Botetourt Street Norfolk, VA

Enjoy a great selection of 50 artisanal and farmstead cheeses in the historic Freemason District of Norfolk. In addition to a variety of cheese boards, diners can also enjoy sandwiches, salads, beer and wine.

2. The Cheese Shop  Merchant's Square Williamsburg, VA

A local staple since 1971, The Cheese Shop boasts a variety of hand-crafted cheeses from hardworking artisan cheesemakers from the United States and Europe. Located in historic Colonial Williamsburg, The Cheese Shop is also home to a wine cellar that boasts thousands of wines and hundreds of craft beer selections, and even a fine dining restaurant known as "The Fat Canary."

3. The Honey Brie Co. Charcuterie  1805 Laskin Road STE 102 Virginia Beach, VA (by appointment only)

Ok, but hear us out... a cheese and charcuterie flower bouquet. The Fleur de Fromage is just one of the many unique hand-selected and perfectly paired charcuterie arrangements The Honey Brie Company has to offer. Schedule a delivery, or pick up at the Wasserhund Brewing Company in Virginia Beach.

4. Long Board Charcuterie  1640 Donna Drive #102 Virginia Beach, VA

Long Board Charcuterie was born from a love of good charcuterie and a passion for sharing it with others. Whether you're looking for a grazing board to feed the masses, or a specially selected charcuterie for two for a romantic date night in, Long Board Charcuterie has you covered.