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You might say it was a gouda run.
The Cheese Patch, a beloved downtown Patchogue staple for over 13 years, is closing its brick-and-mortar storefront on East Main Street.
Owner Paige Pfeifer announced the decision in a heartfelt Facebook post, reflecting on the shop’s history and the connections built there over the years. In its place comes a wellness shop called Main Street Apothecary.
“It has taken me quite some time to come to this decision, but it is with mixed emotions I announce that we are moving out of our beloved brick-and-mortar storefront,” Pfeifer wrote. “I truly cherish serving my community, making people feel welcome, and sharing my love of cheese and wine.”
The Cheese Patch first opened in a small space on North Ocean Avenue, sharing the storefront with a retail boutique, before moving to its East Main Street location a decade ago. Over the years, it became a go-to destination for cheese lovers, offering curated selections of artisan cheeses, wines and gourmet pairings.
Customers and community members responded to the news with an outpouring of support.
“Awwww such great times at The Cheese Patch!! Good luck to you and your next chapter, we will miss you,” wrote Melissa Peretti-B Good.
Another patron, Antonella Phillips, added, “Definitely will miss this place. It was amazing. Paige, you are the sweetest person we have met and a wonderful owner. Wish you much joy in your new journey.”
Pfeifer described the closing as “one of the hardest decisions” she’s made in her life.
“I truly cherish serving my community, making people feel welcome, and sharing my love of cheese and wine,” she said. “I could not be more grateful for al of the loving, wonderful people I have had the pleasure of meeting. The support I’ve had from my hometown and communities beyond!
“More importantly, and dearest to my heart, are the friendships I’ve made I know will last a lifetime!” she added.
Although the physical store is closing, Pfeifer assured customers that The Cheese Patch will continue online. She also encouraged visitors to stop by The French Picnic, her North Fork location in Cutchogue.
