# The Speakcheesey, York — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.9/5 from 275 Google reviews. Light-filled bistro featuring cheese-&-cracker boards, chutney, wine & backyard garden seating. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/york/restaurants/the-speakcheesey (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Food Store # The Speakcheesey 38 Fossgate, York [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13934876186623034368&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Love Cheese](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110656592127493728821) **In short:** The Speakcheesey is a place to eat in York, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 275 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 5 September 2026 · source: Google Places Light-filled bistro featuring cheese-&-cracker boards, chutney, wine & backyard garden seating. Summary via Google ## About The Speakcheesey The Speakcheesey is a cheese shop on Fossgate in York with a five-star food hygiene rating. It stocks international and British cheeses alongside chutney and wine, and serves cheese boards and toasties. A backyard garden provides outdoor seating. Staff offer guidance on cheese and wine pairings. The shop holds a 4.9 rating from 275 Google reviews. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Speakcheesey's own website](https://www.lovecheese.co.uk/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM **Sunday** Closed ## What's nearby - Mamma Mia next door - The Fat Badger York next door - Bootham Bar next door - York Art Gallery next door - Bootham School 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google People say this cheese shop offers an exceptional selection of international and British cheeses, along with delicious cheese boards and toasties. They also highlight the knowledgeable and friendly staff, who provide excellent guidance on cheese and wine pairings. Visitors appreciate the fair prices and the welcoming atmosphere. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.9 / 5 (275 reviews) **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** York Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1850473). [More restaurants in York](https://staycation.co.uk/york/restaurants) ★ 4.9 (275 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.lovecheese.co.uk/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb) [01904 622967](tel:01904622967) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** York **Plus Code** 9C5WXW78+93 ### 🏨 Places to stay near York Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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