Marin French Cheese Co. is located in Petaluma in West Marin, bordering the two beautiful counties of Marin and Sonoma and welcomes visitors from around the world to our cheese shop and picnic grounds. Our location is perfect for those picking up provisions on their way to the coast or heading out for a day of wine tasting. We recommend bringing family or friends along to enjoy the scenic grounds and natural beauty of West Marin, or to shop for gifts and goods from local California producers.

Our cheese shop has everything you’ll need for a picnic by the pond. Locally-made wine, beer and ciders, sandwiches and salads, and all of our delicious handmade cheeses. Whether you’re an epicure or just epicurious, we’re sure you’ll find plenty of products to enjoy. Make Marin French Cheese Co. just one stop on the California Cheese Trail as you explore Northern California’s expansive cheese and dairy offerings.

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Info For Visitors

We love our customers and want everyone to share in the enjoyment of our beautiful property. We ask that all visitors be respectful of our grounds. Marin French Cheese Co. is owned and operated on private property.

Dogs are welcome at the picnic grounds while on leash. They are not permitted inside the cheese shop.

Picnic tables are open to use for any customers. Please enjoy the tables and open spaces and follow the signs for the grounds and open & closed hours.*

Bathrooms are available for use by customers. An access code is provided at the bottom of your receipt.

No outside BBQ grills or fires of any kind are permitted at this time.

Please feel free to bring your own blankets and chairs to enjoy picnicking on the grass.

*A minimum purchase or table assignment may be required on special holidays or for advanced reservations.

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Promotion Code: CHEESETRAIL15 for 15% off any order at: https://northbaycreameries.com (the e-commerce site for both Laura Chenel and Marin French Cheese Co.)