Oakdale Cheese & Specialties
Hours
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Overview
Oakdale Cheese & Specialties has been making hand crafted Gouda cheese in the Holland tradition for generations! On Mondays and Tuesdays, Oakdale Cheese starts the 11 week process of making Gouda. Come visit and enjoy various flavors of national award winning cheeses, savor a delicious grilled cheese sandwich, browse the gift shop and stroll through the beautiful grounds. Young and old alike delight in feeding the farm animals and relaxing on the shaded lawn and picnic tables.
Oakdale Cheese & Specialties also offers tours. Come by and learn more about the process and the people. Oakdale Cheese happily welcomes visitors to enjoy a complimentary self-guided tour of the facility. For groups larger than 10, please call 209-848-3139 at least three days in advance to make arrangements for a hosted tour. For groups larger than 10 people enjoying lunch at Oakdale Cheese, in addition to the grilled cheese, special order lunches are available. Order must be placed 48 hours in advance. Visit their website for more details!
Hours of Operation:
- Open everyday from 9:00am to 6:00pm
- (Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas)
Amenities
- Free Admission
- Gift Shop
I learned about this business at a farmer's market in Mountain View, Ca. I bought a wedge of their gouda. The following week at the same farmer's market they had no gouda. When I asked about it, I was told that if I ask that they would bring it the following week. They did. I decided to check out the actual business and was delighted. I have never been disappointed.
The staff was super helpful. There is quite the selection of items here. Many different types of cheeses, but also fresh baked sourdough, cheesecakes, chocolate truffles, and hot foods. The grilled cheese was super melty and pairs well with piping hot tomato soup. Also, outside are friendly cats who will keep you company while you wait for your food.
It's 2025, where else can you get a grilled Gouda on sourdough sandwich for $4.50? Also, tomato soup was REALLY GOOD. All prices very reasonable. The Welcome Cat will greet you and show you around. Outdoor tables. Koi pond. Chickens, goats, and other animals to see.
A very fun place to stop on a road trip. They have great cheese! They also sell grilled cheese and tomato soup for lunch which is amazing. They have some goats that kids can feed and just watch. We’ve stopped here several times on road trips to get lunch and let the kids run around for awhile.
Such a sweet & fun place to visit! If just to make a quick stop or need a break from your day enjoy a variety of gouda cheese options, a row of Gluten free crackers, beautiful fresh flowers while sitting by the coi fish pond and feeding the animals.
