Brazos Valley Cheese

If your like my husband and I, we have driven south on 35 headed to south Texas or Hill Country and seen the signs for "Cheese Cave" near West Texas. Well if you get the time, you should stop and check them out. The Brazos Valley Cheese store is located at the Homestead Craft Village. It's a cute little place with all kinds of shops and BBQ. The cheese shop has lots of cheese samples and meats for making a charcuterie board. There are also crackers, fresh baguettes and more. The ladies at the cheese shop were very helpful and had all kinds of insights into the cheeses. Overall a great stop and the cheese was wonderful... it will make a nice addition to a wine country weekend!

Love this shop and always swing by when heading through Waco. They make their cheese on site so selection varies with each visit. They also have a nearby cheese cave where you can walk down and see where they store the cheese. The shop offers samples so you can try different selections before committing. I was interested in a jalapeño lime vinaigrette and asked how spicy it was. The kind woman behind the counter poured a sample so I could try it. These samples weren't on display so this was an unexpected bonus that led to me purchasing. Since the small bottle was over $20, I was on the fence until I tasted it. They also carry a selection of sweet treats like chocolate toffees, nuts, teas and must try peanut butter melts.

Brazos Valley Cheese at Homestead just outside Waco has been on my list for quite some time. No cheese was being made when we went but I need to go to a cheese making class (to get into the cheese cave). Delicious cheeses. The ghost pepper cheese was my favorite.

This is a small shop and gets crowded very quickly. The cheese samples are plentiful and we really enjoyed the quality and variety of cheeses offered. The staff was very friendly and very enjoyable to chat with.

Saw the billboards along Interstate 35 for the "cheese cave" and decided to see for myself. Brazos Valley Cheese is located just northwest of Waco. It's a quaint operation in a small building. The proprietor is very friendly and pleasant (grew up as a military brat and lived all over). We sampled various cheeses and bought two blocks. This is artisan cheese and worth every penny at $28/pound. The smoked white cheddar was our favorite, The cheese cave was an interesting aging facility. It's underground with a separate HVAC system to keep the cheese at the right temperature and humidity for aging. Clean facilities. Restrooms available next door at the coffee shop.

The cheese I bought was very unique and delicious. A little pricey, but was worth it for my purpose.

This is a quick off the road stop on the way to Waco. The cheese cave is interesting and they make and sell quality cheeses in their gift shop. They also have a nice picnic area on site where you can enjoy your snack if you pick up one in the gift shop.

Attention cheese lovers!!! Bravos Valley Cheese is a must see! It's a part of the Homestead Heritage community (which is 100% worth your time to explore) and was such a fun place to learn more about homemade cheese. They have the caves which you can peek into and see the aging process, the store where you can sample and purchase homemade cheeses, crackers, preserves, olive oils and more. We bought the extra aged smoked white cheddar (very sharp and tasty), the garlic herb goat cheese (soft, creamy and flavorful), and the feta in salt brine (our favorite!!). All were delicious and we enjoyed every part of this experience.

Tonight while hanging at home and social distancing, the owner of @brazosvalleycheese_wacotx knocked on our door and then stood a CDC-approved distance away from us telling us about the bounty box his business was offering. I'm usually pretty reticent to buy something from someone showing up unexpectedly at my door, but the owner's demeanor was so friendly and not pushy at all and the offerings were awesome. For $68 we got to support a local business and get a ton of delicious groceries without leaving our house. The sweet owner was offering a $10 discount off the listed price AND a free carton of eggs. Seriously so kind. We don't eat a lot of meat or drink dairy but the owner was more than willing to make substitutions for us. Times are tough right now for so many of our friends and neighbors and obvi small businesses are getting hit really hard. I loved seeing the resilience, creativity, and positivity that @brazosvalleycheese_wacotx demonstrated today. If you're reading this and we're still combating COVID-19 this is a great way to get some awesome food and avoid HEB crowds. If this is post-COVID, hooray we've lived! Go treat yourself and visit their shop!

We saw a huge sign on I-35N "cheese cave" and that was enough to spark our interest. On our return we popped in. What a cute place! It is not very big, but the idea of storing cheese in a cave in Texas, I had to see it with my own eyes. The grounds in a few years are going to be gorgeous, but it is pretty right now. You can see the landscaping is in the infancy phases with all the fresh trees planted. The store was a bit busy, so we walked around to the cave. The cave is the small building in front of the coffee shop with a little sign that says cheese cave. There are stairs that go down and then you see a window that you can peek in to see the lovely cheeses. Breathe in to take in the smell. We waited for the cheese shop to be empty and then talked to the cheese maker and tasted some cheeses. The smoked cheddar is amazing! It has the most complex combinations of flavors. The shop has all kinds of interesting things to purchase. Bathroom cleanliness: very clean, it is in coffee shop

Bought quite a few cheeses after we sampled. They had just come off a festive so not a lot of inventory but we still found lots to buy. Helpful & friendly staff. Visited the cheese cave. Just 2 flights of stairs down to a window to view all the yummy cheese resting quietly till they are ready for their debut. Make sure you stop at Heritage Coffee. Gorgeous building with beams from a late 1800's barn (?) Hubby said coffee was very excellent. I purchased a coffee mug made from coffee pods. I'm not really into the "greenie weenie" recycle bit but they were way cool! A quarter of a mile further down they had a wee little Heritage Village w/different shops and a restaurant.

Currently staying at an Airbnb about 4 mins from here. Been going almost everyday the whole week to try different things. The staff is real helpful and friendly. The cheeses are really good and the habanero jelly is a 10/10. Would recommend to anyone who goes/lives in Waco

Cute place! If you are a cheese lover, definitely take the time to come here. They had samples of different cheeses, dips and bread. Variety of cheeses, caramel, nuts and honey. In the area there is a coffee shop and a pizza food truck that was absolutely amazing! Nice place to enjoy a picnic. Really glad we stopped here during our drive.

Cheese shop affiliated with Homestead Heritage Craft village just down the road carrying very good cheese & other foodstuffs, plus a smattering of crafts from the village. Priced in line with other artisanal shops, which is to say you pay a premium price to get premium product. Nonetheless, I recommend you stop in & check out this little shop. The cheese really is good and the staff was friendly & helpful.

This cheese shop is another handmade shop on the Heritage Homestead. The cheese shop is the second area off the the highway. Samples of the homemade cheese greet visitors. There is a small building across the parking lot...stop here, as it is the cheese cave. The cheese may be a little pricey, but Hubby and I love to support local businesses.

Meh. The "cheese cave" was underwhelming and the folks working in the shop were obviously done with the day. Wish the experience had been a little more energetic and full as the billboard suggested. Bought some pasta and blueberry vinegar, super pricey but I'm sure it'll be good. It's getting 4 stars because the cheese samples were delish.

I'm in heaven! I'm in heaven. On the way home to Ft. Worth from meetings in Waco, my wife and I decided to stop in at "Brazos Valley Cheese." So many trips back and forth to Waco, I had noticed their billboard and today was the day, CHEESE! I absolutely love cheese, I could live on cheese. Driving up to the location, it all became clear, "Brazos Valley Cheese" is a part of Homestead Heritage. I loved it that I got to sample the cheeses before purchasing. Their cheeses are VERY good and well crafted. I ended up purchasing 5 different varieties that I am going to enjoy REAL soon. The staff is very knowledgable about their products and it was interesting to talk to them about everything cheese.

Small place out in the country side. Delicious cheese. The lady helping could have been more welcoming. I get it when it's tourists all day and no one is purchasing. Once she realized we were there to purchase she became very chatty.....but she was cold as ice until that point. The cheese is amazing. I love the blue cheese and we'll all of their cheeses.

My wife brought me the "Extra" aged cheddar, aged cheddar should crumble and have a strong flavor, it has neither. Just not worth $43.00/lb. Also the smoked gouda, liquid smoke on plastic would be the best way to describe. I have had far better cheese from a gas station in WI that is truly aged cheddar and it was only $3.99/lb.

Take the time to go here! It's a little off the beaten path of Waco's tourist scene, but SO worth it!! It's part of The Homestead Community so the Homestead Cafe is there too. The Cheese cave is super cool! The cheese is available in the gift shop along with other delights such as seasonings, oils, balsamic vinegars, chocolates, and caramels - all sourced from local small businesses. Supporting places like this just make me feel good! We did go to the cafe and it was a delightful experience as well. Go, you'll be glad you did!

The cheese out for tasting was super. The ladies on staff were friendly and helpful. We also visited the other stores on property across the way.

If you enjoy a pretty store and cheese samples, this is it. Good flavor for the white cheddar, mild and smooth. Didn't like the very earthy taste of the rind, and had to cut off quite a bit. Also disappointed that there were no cheese curds to buy due to some "pasteurized milk law". Pressed fruit was a nice accompaniment to the cheese, but tasted a little like the plastic wrap it was in. Walking trail to the "cave" was underwater, but looks like they were in process of renovation. Maybe better next time.

Brazos Valley Cheese Cave. Go for the novelty of the cheese cave. Stay for a day or more exploring and learning about the rest!! You can even take classes in woodworking and pottery or have a delicious meal at the Cafe. I better understand the process of cheese making and what it would require to go inside the cheese cave, but do not expect to go inside due to food regulations. My goodness though, that was some delectable cheese. That itself was worth the trip. Bring your walking shoes as this place did not disappoint. It was very accessible with many place to sit, enjoy, and take in the beauty of the land. The people are helpful and graciously share their skills, knowledge, and kindness. Make sure to go a little further up the road to the greenhouse or Craft Center for some of my favorites like the Potter's House, Woodworking, a blacksmith, herb garden, and a stunning barn with quilts and textiles that are down right astounding. We learned so much and look forward to our next visit.

Kinda Small, kinda wierd, Kinda AWESOME CHEESE. We drove up an old highway, from our WACO visit. It is hidden in an artisanal community. Cheeses a bit pricey...but worth it. Samples ranged from traditional form goudas to a near cottage-cheese consistency feta. All were tasty. It wasn't formal at all, though the buildings reeked of newness and class. There was no "tour guide." The cheese seller pointed the way to the cheese cellar. We wandered over and climbed down the stairs. The aromas of different cheeses, hit you layer by layer, a nutty parm-ish, then, a strong gouda, then Smoked Gouda, as you descend the atmosperic layers...stunning! There is a small, one or two person glass plate window, to peek at cheese as it ages...not much variety visible, and no activity. Meanwhile the dairy wing had activity visible through the glass windows, but NO TOURS ! A layout 1st, cheese cellar, 2nd, a sidewalk along two sides of dairy room with signs establishing what your seeing them do,, 3rd, cheese retail...WOULD GO A LONG WAY to better understand process and their overall business. I bought some smoked gouda, and again while pricey, was well recieved by my fellow parishioners, after my vacation.

Stopped by on my way to San Antonio to find this cute local cheese shop with plenty of options for the family. From a variety of cook books filled with delicious cheesy recipes, to an assortment of different cheeses and crackers, this place has it all. 5/5 recommend if you are a fan of aged cheese and good hospitality. These folks know how to treat their customers.

Fun little cheese shop with some sweet treats as well! Free samples and the cheese cave was cool to see!

This is one of our favorite stops on our way to Austin. It's gets us off I35 and is run by some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. There's actually a whole complex there, including the cheese cave, grocery, BBQ, and Feed Store. Everything they sell is delicious, made by hand, and worth the jog down a country road off the beaten path.

Brazos Valley Cheese is open, clean and wonderful. When you walk in, you see a large window that lets you see where the cheese is made and what they are doing. There are real people using real milk to make real cheese--by hand. They have certificates on the wall that testify winning cheese competitions in France (or was it French Canada?). That struck me as being akin to some Frenchman winning a Texas chile cook-off. Read what reviewer Garry H. said about their big mistake that turned into one of their most popular cheeses--"Vansorman"--a mashup of Vanilla, Sorghum and Cinnamon. It's my favorite if I'm going to nibble on just cheese, but Cheddar still wins out for nachos and other Mexican foods. (They'll give you a sample to taste.) When you see the work and care that goes into their cheese, it takes the sting off the price. This stuff is not cheap. When you go there, see if someone (we talked to a very nice man named Danny) is available to take you across the road to their Cheese Cave. That's where the aging happens. When you open the door with that big ol' key and walk down into the Cave, it's like you stepped back in time. And all that beautiful cheese!

I have to say I had a very different experience at their booth at the Dallas Farmers Market. They had a young man representing the booth that my mother and I had a bad experience with. After the experience however the owner reached out directly and took the time to make everything right. I have rarely been that impressed by the way the business has been done and taken care of. Also the quality of the cheese is phenomenal. Great ownership, great business, great cheese.

I love this place! The cheese is marvelous. My husband and I come to Waco to go here every chance we get. You can watch them making the fresh cheese curds. You can go see the cheese cave where the cheese ages. The samples are plentiful and yummy! They have a soft spreadable cheese that is sooooo good but I cant think of the name of it right now. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. If you love cheese, this is a must see and taste place for you! We came from Ft Worth.

They have a great cheese selection and super friendly staff. They can answer any question you may have about cheese. I was impressed. Don't forget to visit the cheese cave on the way out. If you're lucky you may run into a worker who will give you more information on the aging process.

Less of a "big deal" than led to believe by trip advisor and other sites. Having said that the cheese is pretty awesome, if spendy. Picked up a smoked cheddar and a marinated lebnah to go.

We have been going here since they were in the little shop right off the road. They have always been so nice and generous with the cheese samples. My two favorite cheeses from them are the horseradish cheddar and the truffle cheddar. Make sure and visit the cheese cave while you are there.

Quaint little shop. Bought truffle gold and garlic havarti and both were very good. Staff polite and helpful. Great samples available.

This is the best place on earth to eat your cheese It's self made and you can see the whole process This is a unique small village that believes in giving to another Worth paying a visit

Hey, Erik...(at BVC booth Sat. Wolfe Ran. Farmers Mrkt) Yes! BVC is The Model of FRESH and Superior Quality! Thanks! Eric

This place is part of Homestead Heritage. We were trying some samples when the guy that makes the cheese came out and talked to us. Really interesting. told us about a batch that he overheated and thought was ruined. He went ahead and made it and a new cheese, Van Sormon, was born. Absolutely wonderfull tasting. For some really quality cheese, you should stop by.

Great cheese and great service! I was on a trip with friends and we saw the sign for a cheese cave and we all said "Let's go"! We got to see the smokehouse and the cave and taste some truly delicious cheeses! All of us bought some and they were so nice and knowledgeable. Due to a tragic ice mishap...my cheese was ruined on my way home so I called to order some more. Marc went above and beyond to make sure I was able to get my cheese replaced! Such stellar service! I'll be stopping again next time I'm in Waco!

Don't forget to check out their underground Cheese Cave right outside the store! It's got hundreds of wheels of cheese aging from two months to several years!

The cheese was delicious. We shipped home kinda of expensive but worth it. Nice shop and you can walk into the cheese cave and see cheese being aged.

This is cheese, that's it. I bought some at the Dallas Farmers market - not realizing how much it was because the prices weren't shown. The package showed it was just over 1/2 pound for $14. This puts it at about $28 a pound. Not only was the package mismarked - it was less than 1/2 a pound, it is priced as if it is a Gouda that has been aged for 5 years. It has been aged for 2 days! So is it priced at least 40% over what is should be, even if it were packaged honestly, it is not even packaged honestly. Pass on the cheese and pass on the Dallas Farmers Market.

Brazos Valley Cheese boasts the only "cave aged" cheese in Texas and they have won multiple awards from the ACS (American Cheese Society) including a first place for their Brie cheese. Be sure and ask for Marc the head cheese maker (the Big Cheese?). He is passionate about his trade and is very informative. Don't forget to try all the available samples, if you like cheese you won't be disappointed!

A trusted local store for buying quality & pure cheese.

This is truly a neat place! You can watch the cheese being made in house you can also get a tour of the cheese cave where the cheese is aged. They recently moved to a new improved location that is very nice. The prices are reasonable for the amount of work that goes into the product. Try it out and you will see why they are award winning.