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24/10/2026
Okay, Round Three of the Blind Cheese Challenge!
Diana from The Cheese Barge does a triumphant job, well done.
Is it time we made this challenge a little harder?
20/10/2026
Lunch on the Paddington Riviera never looked (and tasted) so good!
Our lunch special is back at The Cheese Barge. £18 gets you a daily changing main and dessert, Monday to Friday only.
It could be Stilton and Steak Pie, Squash Risotto with English Pecorino or something else. Deliciousness comes as standard.
18/10/2026
This one needs no introduction. A bestseller from the moment it landed on the menu, and showing absolutely no signs of slowing down.
Chorizo & Chilli Honey. We salute you.
14/10/2026
HAVE YOU MISSED
Well, good news! Audrey is parked up outside .uk in Camden, pumping out irresistible GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES every darn day.
For how long, I hear you cry?
FOREVER!
Well, nothing lasts forever. But you know what we mean.
07/10/2026
Coffee, Parkin Tiramisu and the best seat in the house!
Our Yorkshire take on tiramisu, a coffee on the side and the Dales stretching out in front of you. Suddenly, you’re in no rush to ask for the bill.
See you at Rind.
29/09/2026
Ever heard of Pasta Filata? 🧀
Nope, not a type of pasta. It’s a cheesemaking technique used to create that wonderfully stretchy texture you find in cheeses like mozzarella. Hero explains all.
It also means impressive cheese pulls — exactly why we use Mozzarella in our Jalapeño Croquettes.
SPICY AND NAUGHTY.
27/09/2026
Next up in the blind cheese tasting hot seat: Ryen 🧀
After Mathew casually smashed 3/3, the bar was set annoyingly high. So, how well does Ryen know her British and Irish cheese?
Roll the tape!
23/09/2026
Spicy pork meatballs. Proper tomato sauce. Loads of cheese. 🌶️
George talks us through how we make one of the RIND favourites — our spicy pork meatballs with San Marzano tomato sauce and Courtyard Dairy cheese.
Go on then, who’s ordering these for the table?
21/09/2026
Episode 6: The idea behind Pick & Cheese!
Mathew takes us back to where the idea for Pick & Cheese came from, and how a slightly ridiculous idea became the world’s first cheese conveyor belt restaurant.
An idea we’re sure you’ll agree is pure genius.
05/09/2026
We wondered: how well do our team REALLY know their cheese? 🧀
Could they tell their Tunworth from their Clothbound Cheddar completely blindfolded?
Fast forward and, naturally, we didn’t actually have a blindfold. So blue roll to the rescue.
First up: Mathew, our founder and World Cheese Awards judge. No pressure, then.
Annoyingly, he made it look VERY easy.
How well would you fare?
26/08/2026
The perfect cheese pull doesn't happen by accident!
Ever wondered why some cheeses melt beautifully while others... don't?
is here to explain what makes the perfect melting cheese, and what’s the secret to our classic Cheddar and Onion grilled cheese.
Over to you
22/08/2026
Episode 5: How I accidentally became a World Cheese Awards judge.
Ten years ago, becoming a judge at the World Cheese Awards wasn't on Mathew's bingo card.
It all started with a conversation with his friend , cheese educator, journalist and co-author of The Cheese Life.
Fast forward ten years, and he's still lucky enough to judge some of the world's greatest cheeses alongside experts from across the globe. This November, they're off to Andalusia for the next World Cheese Awards.
Roll the tape...
12/08/2026
How do you get aboard The Cheese Barge?
Here's the quickest route from Paddington Station to our 96ft floating temple to cheese.
Save this for your next visit. 👀
Address
142 Columbia Road
London
E2 7RG
Located on Columbia Road in London, visitors can reach this British restaurant by using public transportation or driving.
If you are traveling by public transportation, the nearest tube station is Old Street Station. After exiting the station, visitors can take the bus line 55 from stop A towards Leyton, and then get off at Columbia Road Flower Market. The restaurant is about a 2-minute walk from there.
Alternatively, if you are driving to the restaurant, there are several paid parking spots available along Columbia Road and its neighboring streets. It's worth noting that parking spots may be limited during peak hours when the flower market is open.
Opening Hours
| Wednesday |
10am - 8pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 8pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 9pm |
| Sunday |
9am - 5pm |
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What people say
British restaurants are known for their delicious and hearty meals, and The Cheese Bar in Columbia Road, London is no exception. This restaurant specializes in British cheese, small producer & natural wine, cr. Their social media posts showcase some of the mouth-watering dishes that they offer.
One of their standout dishes is the crispy potatoes slathered in garlic and herb butter. Even a professional cheese eater couldn't resist this dish! Another must-try is their Truffle Fondue with Cornish Gouda and Lincolnshire Poacher served with Fries, Deep Fried Pickles, and buns. This dish is only available on Thursdays at their Camden and Paddington locations.
For those looking for comfort food during the January blues, The Cheese Bar has got you covered with their Truffled Brie Burger in Camden. And if you're looking for a lunch special, they have a cracking one in Paddington.
Overall, The Cheese Bar offers a unique dining experience with its focus on British cheese and natural wine. With its delicious dishes and cozy atmosphere, it's definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.
