Wedgewood Cheese Bar — Local services in Carrboro

Ir's rare when I give one star reviews but this experience/interaction certainly earned it. I had seen pictures of Wedgewood Cheese Bar and it looked pretty interesting. Took a while to find some parking but hoofed it over. I asked the man working the bar if I could just grab a glass of wine, I had eaten earlier and wanted to check out the space and see what they were doing. He says yes, so I grab a seat at the bar.

He pours me a glass of water but there's no wine menu. I track one down on the other side of the bar and I'm ready to order some vino. He proceeds to ignore me for nearly 10 minutes. There's 5 other people at the bar and nowhere to hide. Proceeds to service other orders including a couple sitting next to me (who came in after my arrival) and continues to ignore me, avoiding eye contact. I give him another minute and walk out. Terrible behavior given that I specifically asked if I could just grab a glass of wine to check out the place.

I've written close to 2,000 reviews online and on my blog over the past 20 years. I have walked out of a handful of places due to poor service but certainly not ever been seated and ignored. This was one of the most egregious examples of poor hospitality and attitude I've experienced in the Triangle. And anyone knows me, I'm typically very supportive and positive for new businesses in the Triangle. Big tipper and easy customer. I've been told by friends I need to be more demanding. So Wedgewood, you earned this review, you need to do some serious retraining of your FoH, especially as a...

I’m adding to my original post. The Cheese Shop provided The Great Big Spread for my husband’s 70th birthday party. They did an extraordinary job as you can see in the photo—An array of incredible cheeses, charcuterie, condiments, and breads, crackers, etc. for a very reasonable price. My guests are still raving about it. The owners and staff are truly wonderful!

The Cheese Shop is the ultimate in cheese selection and quality in the Triangle. It goes beyond even A Southern Season cheese counter at its very best. And it’s even better because of Stevie, the owner, who shares his extensive knowledge, enthusiasm and humor as he offers delectable samples of the world’s best cheeses. His staff is equally wonderful and most helpful. This is my go-to place for buying freshly cut cheeses, tinned fish, condiments, and more. Buy a matching wine at GlassHalfull’s winestore a foot away from the cheese counter and...

This is less of a cheese bar, and more of a cheese experience. Greeted at the door by an exceptionally friendly and enthusiastic Maggie, we didn't wait too long for seats at the bar. While we were waiting we were checked in on multiple times, including a visit from the owner Steve, who is charming and beyond knowledgeable. Our crew is adventurous so we chose to let the cheese mongers pick our cheeses and they delivered on every cheese. A beautiful selection that covered all flavor profiles, and a few that I had not even heard of (and I'm a cheese fan). The wine selection was well cultivated, and everything in the shop perfectly complemented the selection. The bar service was also fast and friendly, particularly Mattie! Thanks to the entire staff for an amazing evening and perfect wasy to celebrate the...