Selection styles vary widely between standalone cut-to-order counters, farmstead dairies focused on single-producer wheels, and wine shops with curated cheese cases. A map pin shows location, but it will not tell you whether a shop lets you sample before buying, stocks imported raw-milk varieties, or sells pre-cut wedges for quick pickup.
Bethlehem 1
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Cows Around the Corner
376 Main St S, Bethlehem, CT 06751-2203
Centerbrook 1
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The Cheese Shop of Centerbrook
31 Main St, Centerbrook, CT 06409-1083
Cheshire 1
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Olive And Henry
106 Elm St, Cheshire, CT 06410
Cos Cob 1
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Greenwich Cheese Company
154 E Putnam Ave, Cos Cob, CT 06807-2701
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Calabro Retail Cheese Shop
580 Coe Ave, East Haven, CT 06512-3836
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Fairfield Cheese Company
2090 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
Granby 1
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Sweet Pea Cheese
151 East St, Granby, CT 06060
Groton 1
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The Mystic Cheese Company - Go to the Velvet Mill for Retail
225 Leonard Dr, Groton, CT 06340
Hamden 1
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Bon Appetit
2979 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518
Kent 1
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109 Cheese Market
7 Old Barn Rd, Kent, CT 06757-1737
Madison 1
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Madison Cheese Shop & Cafe
119 Samson Rock Dr, Madison, CT 06443
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Spread Cheese Co.
386 Main St, Middletown, CT 06457-3360
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Caseus
93 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06510
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Bleu On Bank
50 Bank St, New Milford, CT 06776-2706
Oakville 1
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New Curds on the Block
900 Main St, Oakville, CT 06779
Stamford 1
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Mifroma USA
500 Summer St Ste 202, Stamford, CT 06901
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Caseus Provisions
619 Center St, Wallingford, CT 06492-3809
Also in Connecticut
- Specialty Food Stores162
- Delis97
- Butcher Shops88
- Seafood Markets14
- Deer & Game Processing6
- Halal Butchers5
Good to know
Can you sample cheeses before buying?
Most full-service, cut-to-order cheese shops allow customers to taste pieces before committing to a weight. Pre-packaged retail displays or smaller specialty markets generally do not offer samples unless they are hosting a scheduled tasting event.
What is the difference between farmstead cheese and artisan cheese?
Farmstead cheese is made on the same property where the milk-producing animals are raised, using only milk from that specific herd. Artisan cheese refers to cheeses made in small batches using traditional methods, but the cheesemaker may purchase milk from outside farms.
How much cheese should you buy per person for a platter?
For a casual board served alongside other snacks, plan on two to three ounces of cheese per guest. If the cheese board is the main food item for a gathering, aim for four to six ounces per person across three to five distinct varieties.
What is hanging weight?
Hanging weight is the weight of a slaughtered animal after skinning and evisceration, but before final trimming and dry aging. When purchasing a side or whole animal in Connecticut, local processors charge based on this weight. Browse 17 meat processors across Connecticut on ButcherAtlas to learn more about custom carcass purchasing.
How to make sausage at home?
To make sausage at home, chill high-fat meat and grind it, mix thoroughly with seasonings and ice water until sticky, then stuff into natural casings. Keep all equipment cold to preserve the emulsion and texture. For custom meat grinds and fresh casings, visit any of the 17 specialized meat markets listed across Connecticut on ButcherAtlas.