Houston Dairymaids

I always enjoy going to dairymaids cheese shop, they have a large selection of cheeses from all over the world. All in a tiny shop on the north side of Houston just a block or so down the street from Houston Farmers Market. I came in at 10am and was able to taste all 5 cheeses they highlight all day. Which helped me choose the two delicious cheeses I got, one was a goat cheese soft and sweet, the other a soft ripened double cream cow's milk cheese. Both were so good about $16 a piece. I also got a cute bottle of rose from Spain some and tiny pickles to complete my craving. I of course got help from the young man that greeted me as I walked in and made me feel so comfortable to look around and ask questions. It's a great experience for all cheese lovers.

I tried their Organic Baguette with Green Hill cheese for the first time and I must say that the Baguette was incredibly fresh—crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. Paired with the creamy, tangy Green Hill cheese, it’s an absolute delight. Simple, satisfying, and highly recommended!

What a hidden gem ! This place is one of a kind spot to buy some nice , aged , funky cheese ! You will be super impressed with their selection and their mini - tasting setup ! Super this super cool shop ! It’s a must for sure !!

This is what Heaven looks like🥰 I have always known about different types of Rennet used in the cheese industry , recently I acquired knowledge that Pfizer pharmaceuticals produces a bacteria type rennet used by every cheese manufacturer in the U.S. . Small batch Artisan European and some American use natural Rennet. I use AI to research food ingredients. You should Too . HDM has a list of cheeses with natural rennet that they sell . You can create a customer profile so you have a reference to go back on . This week’s visit i purchased a bag of the flat round tortilla chips “TOSTADITAS” I have an issue with these made by Cochinita &Co . It states “Non GMO” i believe (corn) should be in brackets . These are fried with CANOLA OIL which is a GMO product of origin and invented in Canadian labs in the 1960’s . Canola beans are similar to rapeseed. Rapeseed seed oil was used as lubricants in the beginning of the steam machine age.The bitterness of the rapeseed was Altered and thus born the canola beans. Canola is an acronym for the company than invented this new strain of plant . I am very weary of seed oils nowadays. My preferred vegetable oil is avocado oil for economical batch frying. Olive oil is my Go To but can’t take the heat or my favorite nut oil is pecan oil which can take high heat temperatures these are not economically feasible for commercial usage . These so called plant oils bear no resemblance once heated and processed to their natural cold pressed state AKA SOYBEAN OIL. Skip the chips! Follow me on HOUSTON RESTAURANTS THAT DONT SUCK.

Houston Dairymaids is hands-down the best cheese shop in Houston! I’ve been a loyal customer for many years, and they never disappoint. Their selection of cheeses is exceptional, and the cheese boxes are always beautifully curated—perfect for elevating any dinner or gathering. The customer service is top-notch. The staff is not only friendly but incredibly knowledgeable and always happy to help you find the perfect pairing or introduce you to something new. Shopping here is always a treat. If you’re a cheese lover, this is the place to go!

This place is a hidden gem! The customer service was excellent, and I even got to sample some cheese. They offer a great selection of wine, bread, and jelly to pair with whatever cheese you choose. Overall, a wonderful and tasty experience!

We bought a small wedge of buttermilk blue cheese and it was pretty good. The people working here seem to know their cheeses. It would be nice to sample some of the cheeses, I might buy more if I knew I liked it. You can get snacks or stuff that pairs well, they even have wine.

I LOVE CHEESE!!! And this place always delivers on good cheese. Make sure to try a Saturday cheese tasting if you’re not sure on what kind of cheese to take home.

We loved this little shop, and have certainly heard of its local importance. The monger was eager to give us a taste of the cheeses on display that day, and to suggest her favorites according to my cow milk allergy. We went home with a Magnol baguette and the jar of herby goat cheese in olive oil. It was eaten by our group of four in a single evening! Their cheeses are lovely. There are only a small selection of them, but each are high quality. I do think their shop is limited by its size, and I wish I could find a wider variety of cheeses in one shop in Houston, but for what it is, Houston Dairymaids is simply lovely. Also, if you're into Lambrusco, this shop has like five different bottles, along with a selection of other good wines.

This is such a cool spot! I found myself in the area and was tempted by the "CHEESE" text on the side of the Houston Dairymaid's building. After a quick Yelp search, I decided to check it out! This shop has many varieties of cheese, wine, and other cheese board offerings. They offer a rotating selection of cheeses for sampling each week. The store is small with a few cheeses displayed at the front for the rotating cheeses. For the thanksgiving themed cheeses, there was 5 different American-made cheeses to sample. I absolutely LOVED the spiced goat cheese I tried and opted for a container of it. If you like all the cheeses, they offer a box version of all 5 to purchase. Checkout was very simple and quick as there were no other customers when I stopped by (lunchtime on a Thursday). On getting home, I tried the cheese with cracked pepper water crackers and prosciutto and it was *chef's kiss* delicious! Next time I would probably opt for a unflavored cracker as the cheese has so many spices itself.

On your first visit, go straight to the 5 cheese to-go bag (their description online for this states: "Every week we select five cheeses to create a balanced board, made up of a variety of flavors, textures, milk types and intensities. We include a soft cheese, semi-hard and hard cheeses, and a blue...") and sample what they have that day/week. I am a repeat customer now, so I appreciate the rewards system. They have some wines in stock. As well as other snacks and items that work well with cheese, or to make your own tray/Charcuterie boards (which they also make for purchase if you don't want to do it yourself.) If you follow them on social media, they have pop-ups for foods that complement cheese, and other events (such as wine & cheese pairings). It's well worth the drive, and I look forward to my next visit.

CHEESE! Literally cheese. You can order a charcuterie board, taste cheese and pick up what you love. They are a true cheese monger. Walk you through the choices and help you decide what you like. Nice, neat place and be sure to catch the parking lot just before the place on your right.

I'm so glad I stopped into Houston Dairymaids today! We walked in and were immediately greeted and offered a free cheese-tasting. The cheeses themselves were delicious, and they had a wonderful variety to choose from. The folks here were clearly very knowledgeable and passionate about their cheeses. I was also pleasantly surprised to find that the pricing of a lot of their cheeses is fairly comparable to the nicer cheeses at grocery stores, but of course the quality and uniqueness is much better at Houston Dairymaids! I will absolutely be back again soon!

Cute shop for everything to build a beautiful and delicious cheeseboard. Stop inside to taste the samples of the day and you may bring home a to-go tote full of cheeses, crackers, breads, honey and wine. The samples match what is in the cheese to-go bag special. Love how they start with the mildest and then move to the strongest to enjoy the subtle changes as you move along the tasting board. The cheeses come from throughout the US and Europe. There may be a variety of flavors, textures, and milk types, like cow, goat, sheep or a blend of milks. Marcus explained each cheese as we tasted the samples and offered suggestions for serving. Favorites included the Holiday Cheer, Los Cameros and Marieke Gouda with Cranberry. The Holiday Cheer is a limited-edition goat cheese from Blakesville Creamery in Wisconsin. Their goat cheese is wrapped in Japanese Sakura (cherry blossom) leaves soaked in Korbel Brandy and infused with fleck of citrus. Amazing. The Los Cameros is a Spanish blend of cow, sheep and cow's milk. It is so smooth and balanced. The rind is rubbed with olive oil during the aging process. The Marieke Gouda with cranberries comes from a small dairy farm in Wisconsin, but Marieke and Rolf grew up on a dairy farm in Holland. Their farmhouse goudas have won awards since 2007. Thanks to Marcus for the cheese tasting. They have a frequent shopper's card. Make sure to bring the cheeses to room temperature by bringing out of the refrigerator 30 minutes prior to serving to enjoy thoroughly.

so awesome. they welcome you in like family. they help you pick out cheeses. no judgment. just help. clean and calming. i do recommend.

We love this local Houston Dairymaids. Everyone is always friendly, plenty of parking and they have cheese samplings! We wanted to do a charcuterie board and were able to buy several different cheeses, baguettes and even got a good chocolate croissant for the road. Pricing is reasonable and we will definitely be back!

Definitely an unexpected GEM at the tail end of the HOOD. Came across HD while driving down Airline Dr. and saw people coming out with bags so I pulled over and dropped in. I was overwhelmed with the smell of aged cheeses and snacks abound. The customer service was EXCELLENT... everyone was so friendly and helpful. Don't get me wrong the place definitely pricy but definitely well worth it. So let it be written.... So let it be AGED!!

Super friendly staff The cheese is super delicious They will answer all the questions you have Although the store is very small and simple But I love being here They will have a small sampler for you And there are plenty of options The vibe is casual and they have wine as well

I love this place! We were greeted and offered a cheese tasting as soon as we walked in. The lady who did the tasting was really knowledgeable and had a great personality. I recommend buying their weekly cheese box. It is worth every penny!!!

The cheeses for Father's Day were amazing. 6 yr cheddar was amazing along with all of the other cheeses. Nice presentation.

Cute spot! Staff: friendly very knowledgeable Location: airline Parking: lots as well as street parking Price: low- average They have different cheese sample each week @4-5 different type of cheese with the option of buying a Togo bag. I really enjoyed tasting the different type of cheese as well as understanding where they come from. They have a good size wine selection at a great price. Their bread is delicious and great price.

This place is shady AF. They push their cheese samples HARD. If you ask for anything that's not a sample or in their refrigerated cabinet they will say NO. They refuse to look for whatever you may request and they always steer you to a few of their prepackaged options. It gets old, fast! For a business that claims to have more than 150 varieties, it seems like they are focused on selling that week's 'top 5'. Their management should rethink that approach because it's off putting and unlike any other cheese monger. I've stopped shopping there and really prefer the selection and experience at Montrose Cheese & Wine.

One stop shop for cheese and wine. The cheese tastings were great! The staff was so knowledgeable and friendly. I would definitely make this a weekly stop if I lived closer.

Love the dairymaids! I love sampling their cheeses and taking a bag home for a charcuterie and cheese date night. They have such an awesome variety that appeals to all tastes!

A great place for a nice selection of cheeses. They also offer tasting when you arrive of their latest cheeses. I go back again.

Cheese, glorious cheese! A little disconcerting to smell the stink upon entering, but I like the sticker on the door that warns "the stink is good" and natural. They had a ready made trays of 5 cheeses to try, all fantastic and so fresh! I bought 4 for a party cheeseboard for a very reasonable price and was out of the door in 10min. So easy, high quality, and it was a hit at the party.

This is hands down THE place to get cheese. This place has expanded my palette and given me a true appreciation for cheese. They always have little cheese tastings every week. We've bought several different cheese from here and they've all been fantastic. My personal favourites are Midnight Moon (Gouda), La Tur (Brie) and the Rush Creek Reserve.

We bought a small wedge of buttermilk blue cheese and it was pretty good. The people working here seem to know their cheeses. It would be nice to sample some of the cheeses, I might buy more if I knew I liked it. You can get snacks or stuff that pairs well, they even have wine.

This place always has new cheeses, and if you like, they have new wines for you to sample. They will even suggest the appropriate pairing of the two. You may buy straight from the refrigerator or by special order. They even have meat that compliments the cheese and/or wine. I like their bread and cracker selections, as well as the jelly, jam, or honey selections, too. They will prepare a tray for special events for you, as well. Whether you have lived in Houston or are new, you must visit the shop.

If you really love cheese - like I do - this is the place for you! It is located in a small wooden building off Airline Drive. Plenty of off street parking. I don't want to knock the cheese selection at some of the grocery stores around town, but none of these match the selection found here. The staff is very knowledgeable and will let you sample many of the cheeses before you buy. Don't know what you want or are looking for something a bit different? I bet they have some good suggestions. Every month they put together a cheese bag (selection of five cheeses) that generally offer a range from young and mild to bold and aged. These are generally a good value. There is even a card they will punch every time you buy their cheese bag. Tenth bag is free! Need something to go along with your cheese purchase? They have wine and most of the other items you would want. They also will put together a cheese tray for parties or events. My only complaint is that it is about a 30 minute drive from the house. (Maybe that is a good thing as my doctor would not approve of weekly visits.)

If you're hosting a party / en route to a party and need some unique cheeses to share with others - or you just want to mix up date night with a quick cheese tasting - Houston Dairymaids is a great place to pop into. My friends and I dropped in after lunching at the neighboring Tampico, and after a quick tasting of about five cheeses, we each walked out with cheese and wine to take to a pool party later that day. The tasting is free, and the wine tasting is limited (they ran out by the time we got there). Definitely experience Houston Dairymaids if you have a few minutes to spare. The tasting is quick - a little too quick - and you can be in and out the door within minutes with your new favorite cheese, bread, wine and other artisanal snacks.

One time I got this cheese subscription for Christmas and that's when I knew I had found my cheese match. I finally went to the store last year and we walked out with over $100 worth of cheese. This time we did the beer pairing with St Arnold's and tasted some really delicious cheese. They have a great selection and people who will guide you to what you like. Don't miss out on a great cheese AND snacks AND wine shop.

Wonderful little place with fresh cheeses, French bread, jams. So great, try this little gem

Great cheese selection. I also really appreciated that they give you a sample when you arrive. It allows you to try cheeses you would have never thought otherwise. Today, I left with the Cheddar and Brie they were sampling. Also, noteworthy, this is a shop, not a sit-down restaurant.

Super cute cheese shop. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Free cheese samples are offered as soon as you walk in.

Excellent service! Delicious cheeses and edible goodies suggested by Dairy Maids. I don't know a lot about cheeses, but they were very patient and helpful. Everyone raved about the cheese board. The display was done on my own magnificent bread board made by Scotsman Co. Of Laurel, Ms. It was a total success!

This place is very unique and worth a trip. There's plenty of places closer to me where I can get perfectly good cheese, but I wanted an impressive, giftable cheese tray that didn't look pre-packaged and mass-produced, and I had no idea what cheeses to pick. I've heard about this place via Saint Arnold Brewing Company, but it's far from me. This place has so much character, and the cheese board was packaged and presented so nicely and just so much more authentic. The cheese selections were really good and the accompaniments set it apart even more than just something from the fancy section of any grocery store. I will make my way back down here again, they have a lot more to offer.

Houston Dairymaids is delightful! In addition to the quality products Houston Dairymaids offered, what really impressed me was how knowledgeable and enthusiastic its team was. Right when you walk in, the enthusiastic cheese expert welcomes you to have a complementary cheese tasting. And if you ask for recommendations on anything from cheese to wine to the crackers that would go best with your cheese, there's someone there to nerd out and provide a great recommendation. I bought a few cheeses, a bottle of wine, a baguette sourced from Slough Dough and a few cracker selections--all have been given a thumbs up by my friends so far. While the outside of Houston Dairymaids may not be as attractive, it's the place to be if you want a wide variety of high-quality selections.

My buddy and I stopped by here and had a lovely experience. The staff were very informative and helped us select a couple cheeses. The atmosphere was cute and I can't wait to go back for more! Highly recommend this place!

My friends and I came for their free cheese tasting. We looked at and tasted 7 different ones and a jam. The lady was friendly and we got service right when we walked in. It's a small shop full of cheese from around the US and world, wines, and baguettes. Our cheese expert was very knowledgeable and engaging and we had a great time. The prices are steeper since it's a specialty store but I think it's worth he price for such a good selection.

The cheese and the initial service was wonderful. It is very unique and is a great alternative to grocery store cheeses. We definitely will be going back.

If you love cheese, you will not want to miss Houston Dairymaids! We visited about an hour before they closed on a Saturday and the place was packed! We had hoped to do a cheese and wine pairing but they told us they were out of their tasting wines for the day. A cheese tasting is completely free and totally worth it, though it may get you into trouble because you will want to buy it all. Pricing for the cheese we tasted was between $22/lb to $28/lb and you can purchase as little as 1/4 lb. We purchased the Tallgrass Reserve, El Gran Pep (a goat cheese) and Flora Nelle Blue (a phenomenal blue cheese). To complete your purchase they also have wine, crackers, jams, and baguettes available. We were not going home for a while so they provided us with an ice pack to keep our cheese cool. This was such a fun place and it was so hard to pick only a few to buy!

This place is unreal. I have NO idea how there are native Houstonians who have never been here. Unless they don't like cheese...but who in the world doesn't like cheese?! Anyway, if you're someone who does like cheese, you have to come here. They have at least 6 types of cheese to sample, and the options change frequently (I believe weekly?). The assortment is incredible. They log the cheeses you like if you sign up for that the register, and I must have 7 cheeses already that we have bought and loved. Central Market has an amazing cheese collection, but the variety here wins every time for me. You can buy in a variety of sizes, and the whole taste before you buy means you never need to buy a cheese that you're not in love with. Also, on Saturday they do a wine sampling too, and they have jellies to pair and sample as well.

Really cool little cheese shop. Employees are super friendly and knowledgeable. Would recommend.

A cheese lover's dream shop. Wonderful selection, extremely friendly and helpful staff, great variety of board partners for your cheese. Had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Lindsay, and she was incredibly nice.

I've been dying to get some good unique cheese, and Houston Dairymaids was one of my only options in town so I decided to go. I'm so happy to have found this little shop! They have over 150 cheese options as well as a variety of related products - bread, crackers, jams, butter, etc. They do a complementary cheese tasting with everyone who comes in. It was quick (but it was also free so that was fine with me) but it was awesome because I got to try three new types of cheese I hadn't had before. The woman guiding us through was awesome about explaining them too. We ended this tasting with some Cateja (goats milk made caramel) which was to die for. I ended up buying a goat-cow mixed Brie and a raclette that I am very happy with! Can't wait for a wine and cheese night of my own! They also have plates you can order for dinners with cheese, figs, nuts, grapes, etc that would be an awesome contribution to a dinner party.

Look no further. You have found the right place to find delicious fresh cheese in Houston ! They have a great selection of specialty meats, fresh bread, and wine too !!

Love this place. Super friendly and very helpful. The owner Lindsey is very knowledgeable as are all the dairymaids. Precious they did cheese tasting and they were great. Looking forward to the tastings again. Right now they present 5 different cheeses and describe them to you. Good, but not anything like the real tasting. No pressure to buy. They are happy to educate. Good wine selection and can recommend the wine for your cheese. Try the pure Luck cheve goat cheese. Really nice.

Mmmm cheese!! How can a girl say no to wine and cheese?! I saw these beautifully crafted cheese boards on Yelp and was told they have free cheese tasting here - so after the gym session one Saturday, me and my girl came by to do one! I mean, what better motivation to get through the gym but cheese at the end?! There is a small side parking lot, a plus plus cause you can just park next to the "Park here for cheese sign"! The place is small, like very very small so definitely not a place you go to sit and hang out, though that wouldn't be a bad concept for them to expand on! You walk in and are instantly greeted! There is a station right in front for the free cheese tasting for the day, it could hold up to maybe 5-6 people at a time, they had 3 different cheese experts conducting the tastings! This past Saturday was raw milk cheese day! So we got to try a lot of raw milk cheeses! They have each cheese listed on the board that you are tasting and the cheese itself in the window with little animals on them to represent what kind of milk it came from! You won't miss a beat! We got to sample a total of 6 small bites and a sample of a rose as well! I liked a lot of the cheeses and ended up buying 3 of the 6 we tasted that day! And on top of that, I bought the truffle Gouda cause someone raved about it on here and I love truffle so they brought out some for us to sample on request. And I bought some cheese curds to see if they are as good as the fresh ones from Montreal, they put on poutine! I also got a baguette from Artisana - they sell breads and pastries from Artisana and Slow Dough (they ran out of the Slow Dough pretzel bread quick though)! I got a chocolate croissant while waiting for my friend and they sell a selection of meats, honey, and butter as well as a wall of wines! This is your one stop for girl's night and the best meat and cheese board ever! No kidding, see photos for my homemade cheeseboard after this visit! Cause we fancy! :) I will definitely be back! Though I wish I could order small cheese boards here and just have wine and cheese with a nice place to sit! Please expand so that we could do that!!

I really love this place! They made me fall in love with cheese. Seriously! I come to this store typically on Fridays close to closing time from time to time. They offer cheese tasting daily and there is at least 1 of them that I like. I always wish I could buy all of them. They have a great selection of cheeses, but it sure is expensive even though some are locally made or produced elsewhere in the US. I would buy more cheese if there was a way they could reduce the prices. I guess this is the cost of "artisanal" cheese over mass produced cheese. I buy cheese (whole, not pre-shredded) from the supermarket from time to time and the comparison in taste is like day and night. It makes sense why it would be different. The breed and diet of the animal matters. The cheesemaking technique and ingredients matter. They sell fresh white bread, local butter (from Layla farms), yogurt (from Bellwether farms), snacks (cookies, crackers, olives), proscuitto, honey, a variety of wine, etc. The staff is always friendly and knowledgeable about their selection of cheeses. It looks like their staff changes from time to time.

Freaking amazing is all I gotta say about these ladies and gents and their cheese! Ive been going here since the opened their doors and have never been disappointed. Their selection of local, regional, and international cheeses is amazing and choice. The service is also fantastic. They make you feel like family here. I come here about once a month for my fancy cheese fix. Enjoy!

This place is great! We walked in to a warm and welcoming atmosphere and were immediately greeted with a free cheese tasting. The individual helping us was very knowledgeable and pleasant. They had a great selection of cheeses and the prices weren't bad at all. Make sure to get there early to grab a fresh baguette or pretzel bun to go with you purchase! We will be back soon!

I absolutely LOVE cheese so this place is like my utopia. It doesn't look like much from the outside, just a small white building with a big sign that says "cheese". When you step inside you are immediately greeted by a dairymaid that will ask you if you want a FREE cheese tasting. What? Wait it gets better! They'll even pour you a glass of wine to go with it. The tasting usually includes 5-6 cheese samples and the cheeses rotate often depending on what's currently available. The cheeses range from mild to bold so there's sure to be something for every palate. I'm a huge blue cheese fan so I always zoom in on that. Their Echo Mountain Blue and Colston Bassett Stilton are some of my favorites. I've recently become super addicted to their Harbison. It's a creamy brie style cheese that's wrapped in a spruce bark. So delicious! The shop itself is very small and quaint. There's no seating so it's for to go purchases only. They offer nuts, cookies, crackers, honey, wine, and bread from Common Bond. I can't make a stop at Dairymaids without taking home a container of Lucky Layla butter and Pure Luck Anaheim Red Chili Chevre. Be sure to sign up for their email list. They have monthly cheese classes, a cheese of the month club, and also offer seasonal cheese gift bags. The gift bags are perfect for a party. They come in two different sizes and even include cards with descriptions of each cheese.

Great place to sample cheese before you buy. They also had slow dough bread. I love the concept. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. I just wish that they weren't so far. I'd go there every week! Their cheese sample changes about every week.

Taste testing has been around for a long time, so having the opportunity to visit Houston Dairymaids was a treat on the list, while looking for Waldo, the children's book character in the cheese establishment, while doing a challenge created by Brazos Bookstore. Inside the store, I tasted interesting selections of cheese, with choice flavors that are not designed to baby your palate (taste buds). Here is a side note. If you're not a fan of cheese, tasting at Houston Dairymaids may be different and yet fascinating. I had a great time experiencing all the flavors and ways cheese is made through the process of churning milk. I appreciate the host that served cheese to the customers while I was there. Next, I will be ready to choose a choice piece of cheese. Taste of Cheese, Foodie Kim

Having been to Antonelli's Cheese Shop in Austin when I lived there, my expectations were high for Houston Dairymaids. Unfortunately, Dairymaids suffers my comparison to Antonelli's. The good: 1. As soon as you walk in, a cheesmonger asks if you want to participate in a free cheese tasting. It's six pre-chosen cheeses - you do not pick what you try. But still...it's a free tasting. 2. Employees are very friendly and seemed to really know their stuff. 3. Has a small shop with cheese accoutrements - wine, jam, meats, crackers, fresh baked baguettes. 4. Has parking lot just next door. The not so good: 1. SMALL selection. Especially when compared to Antonelli's. It's hard not to compare the two shops, and when you walk into Antonelli's the cheesemonger asks WHICH cheeses you want to try. It was endless. I tried all kinds of cheeses. And the selection....Antonelli's has a HUGE cheese selection all laid behind glass so that you can ask to try whatever strikes your fancy! Antonelli's also has a better selection of wines, jams, honeys, etc. Houston Dairymaids just can't compare with the selection or experience of Antonelli's. I enjoyed the experience at Houston Dairymaids, but, probably because of my experience at Antonelli's, I was not blown away!

Absolutely amazing! They do complimentary cheese tastings of seven different cheeses (it changes every week!) Each cheese is different and the employees took the time to explain the flavors and origin. We learned so much and we plan on being regulars here. The price is really good too!!