An enduring favorite of aficionados and newbies alike, Downtown Cheese offers one of the best selections of international and domestic cheese and charcuterie in Philadelphia. Sidle up to the counter and let the knowledgeable staff guide you through their extensive offerings of handmade, small-batch, artisanal cheeses.

Then peruse their displays of cured meats and accoutrements to round out your perfect cheese board—they source high-quality crackers, olives, olive oils, vinegars, and condiments from all over the world. With a little help, you’re bound to find just what you were looking for and discover a few new surprises along the way.


Downtown Cheese is a cheese shop located in Philadelphia. Some of the products they carry include cheeses, charcuterie, and cured meats. Downtown Cheese was first founded on Arch Street in Philadelphia.