Artisan Cheese Company — Attraction in Sarasota

Whether you know your way around good cheese or not, this is a great place! If you are new to cheese and not sure what you like, this is definitely the place to go. The selection of cheese varies, but they usually have something comparable in taste if the exact cheese isn't available. We created a profile to keep record of the cheeses we've purchased. Every time we go in, the staff is extremely helpful and patient with us and helps us select and sample cheeses we would like. They offer more than just cheese; we've found some great pairings as well such as a fantastic truffle honey. They offer a cheese 101 class, which we hope to attend at some point. Price wise they are more expensive than gourmet grocery stores, however you get what you pay for, and the variety of specialty, high quality cheese is not matched anywhere else. They also make charcuterie boards which will be our next try. Overall, great quality and variety of products and outstanding customer service. Makes you feel like you're family. UPDATE** we finally made it to a cheese 101 class!!! Absolutely fabulous evening. Informative and fun..good for couples date night, girl's night out or...

After driving past the "Artisan Cheese Company" on Central Avenue on multiple occasions, I decided to pop in and give this intriguing place a "look see" for lunch. My first impression was very positive. I found the staff extremely welcoming and eager to please. Customers place their orders at the counter before seating themselves in the bright, sunlit seating area. I opted for the daily special "Grilled Cheese Toastie". As soon as I sat down at my table, I was handed a linen napkin (a very nice touch I thought) and a little sample slice of wonderful cheese served on a wood platter. My Grilled Cheese Toastie was prepared in a very innovative way and it was simply delicious. It was accompanied by a very fresh, locally grown, side salad and some sweet ice tea. All in all it was a terrific experience. I will definitely return to sample the Cheese Platter and I will most certainly spread the word about this "must-try" Sarasota eatery gem. Two enthusiastic thumbs up and FIVE well...

Actually we sat just a way down and that table was empty the entire time that we sat which was for another half an hour. You did say we would have to leave regardless and you were not polite. You may think you were friendly. You were not. Rosemary Square should be a place where everyone should be welcome as it is in an open place with a variety of business types where everyone should feel they can be welcomed regardless of where they purchase food. You have no idea about what foods people can and cannot eat. Your restaurant happens to only serve food we are allergic to and we were still willing to make a purchase to stay. I would however not been able to eat the food. I have many friends I would also have been willing to refer or buy gifts for from your business. You are welcome to your opinion. You will not get my business nor will I recommend your business to anyone. Your response just goes to show how little you want to be part of...