The Big Cheese

4.6 ( 240 reviews )
Checking... 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
404 Main St, Rosendale, NY 12472, United States
+1 845-658-7175

If you're looking for a delightful Mediterranean experience, The Big Cheese in Rosendale, NY, should be on your list. This charming restaurant at 404 Main St. has won the hearts of many locals and visitors alike with its delicious cuisine and welcoming atmosphere.

Patrons rave about the fresh, high-quality dishes, with standout options catering to various dietary preferences, including vegan choices. Katie Bevacqua, a frequent visitor, applauded the delightful breakfasts and stellar cheeses, all while enjoying the dog-friendly environment. The attached thrift store adds a quirky touch, making it a fun place to explore while waiting for your meal.

Justin emphasizes the wonderful coffee and fantastic service, stating that every visit feels enjoyable. For larger gatherings, the restaurant offers catering that has received high praise, particularly for its variety and taste, including popular Mediterranean staples like eggplant dishes. With reasonable prices and healthy options, The Big Cheese is truly a treasure in the area.

In sum, whether it's a post-hike platter or a relaxing brunch with friends, The Big Cheese delivers satisfaction on all fronts. It’s a must-visit for anyone who appreciates quality food and a cozy vibe.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers delivery
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Popular for breakfast
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves breakfast
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For The Big Cheese

Katie Bevacqua
Jul 11,2025
This place is great. We stayed in town for 4 days and came here 4 times if that says anything. It was a delightful breakfast each time. The food was great and you couldn’t beat the price. They sell a lot of produce and other food items as well, which some can be quite pricey, but they are high quality. We bought some cheese and it was absolutely amazing. There is a really cute thrift store in the back. Just a few clothing items but fun to look at while you’re waiting on your food. Very dog friendly. They let us bring them inside and we loved that. I get it’s not some peoples vibe but eh, you’ll get over it. It’s great - keep loving dogs. Highly recommend and don’t neglect all of their cheeses!!
Justin
May 21,2025
Every time I go to The Big Cheese, I really enjoy their tasty Mediterranean style food and delicious coffee. Really nice staff that work there. Overall, an enjoyable spot for breakfast or lunch!
Emily Miethner
May 11,2025
We have loved going to the big cheese for years! Getting platters after a nice hike in the parking lot behind the shop. Tasty food including lots of options for vegans. Local cheeses and provisions. Recently we got catering for 16 people for Passover and it was DELICIOUS! Good price and wonderful variety of salads and lots of Israeli dishes. Our favorite was the eggplant. Will always recommend this place!
Devin Wiesner
Apr 19,2025
Once in a blue moon I find myself in Rosendale during lunch time and I find myself going to the Big Cheese to eat. I thoroughly enjoy the food here and am appreciative of the very reasonable prices and healthy options. Most recently I treated myself to a coconut macaroon, after my healthy lunch, and it was quite excellent!
A
Apr 18,2025
Looong overdue review, but needless to say our lil vegan tummy was very happy. Super fresh and our panini was so delicious! We ended up buying some bread and other goodies before heading back into the city. Definitely worth the trip.
Rosanna DiTaranto
Apr 8,2025
Just a fun experience having a vintage clothing store and a great deli all in one place is kind of genius! Grab a drink cocoa hot tea coffee or something unexpectedly new... done in Good Taste You’ll feel like a Big Cheese Enjoy
Karen Moon
Mar 28,2025
Delightful surprise. Low key cafe w yummy Mediterranean eats. Small details like warm toasted bread drizzled in olive oil. Prepared food to go and made to order take time but made w love.
Tatiana Artinian
Mar 21,2025
What a fantastic spot in all ways. Wow! To everything. Fantastic and amazing. The food was delicious, the location is perfect, every single thing we tried was magnificent and beautiful. It’s hard to not buy one of everything to take home. It’s just too good.

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