France 44 Cheese & Meat is a well-loved local shop that combines a cheese counter, butcher, and artisanal grocery, offering a wide variety of high-quality products. Since opening in 2001, the shop has become a favorite in the Linden Hills neighborhood. It features a curated selection of cheeses, fine meats, and baked goods like pies, along with a deli serving made-to-order sandwiches, salads, and cheese boards. Customers can also choose from an extensive range of wine, spirits, and gourmet foods, making it a great spot for special occasions or everyday selections. The shop is known for its friendly and knowledgeable staff who are always ready to help with recommendations and tips, such as serving cheese at the perfect temperature. They offer more than just shopping; customers can participate in beverage and cooking classes, from tastings to in-depth explorations of wine, beer, spirits, meat, and cheese. For quick meals, the deli provides salads, soups, and sandwiches to go, with popular options like curry chicken salad and tomato gazpacho. France 44 Cheese & Meat is also a catering expert, especially for cheese and charcuterie boards, and offers gift baskets and giftable chocolates. Ample parking behind the shop makes visits convenient. With a fantastic cheese selection, attentive staff, and a variety of experiences and products, it’s a go-to destination for cheese lovers and food enthusiasts alike.
Picking up a cheese board and ordered it over the phone. The gentleman was great and helpful, was the perfect size for our group. Beautifully made and everyone loved it. Thanks!
November 2025
We love your cheese. wow the staff works hard - you have the greatest staff ever , so friendly that besides great cheese AND meat, it is a great experience to visit .
May 2025
fantastic in-house made mozzarella and Barrada. If that’s all you get and maybe a bottle of wine then it’s totally worth the trip but there’s so many more reasons to come here and the staff is super knowledgeable and attentive. What a fantastic place and they have a parking lot so you can’t beat that
