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Maker and Monger - Melbourne Cheese Shop

Prahran Market, Stall 98/163 Commercial Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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Find Maker and Monger - Melbourne Cheese Shop

Prahran Market, Stall 98/163 Commercial Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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+61 3 9958 4830
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Maker and Monger - Melbourne Cheese Shop

Inside Prahran Market, this counter pairs cut-to-order wheels with blistering, cheese-laden toasties. Market regulars zero straight in on the fondue special—a savory mix of Marcel Petite Comté and Swiss Gruyère lifted with white wine, garlic, and mustard on salted sourdough. Beyond the grill, the mongers guide shoppers through wheels of gorgonzola dolce and funky alpines, with bottle recommendations to match your take-home stash. If raclette is sizzling, grab a plate, pick up a flat white from Market Lane across the aisle, and pull up a seat.

  • Alpine Fondue Toasties: Famous for the signature fondue melt blending alpine Comté and Gruyère with garlic, white wine, and mustard on crunchy sourdough.
  • Specialty Cheese Monger: A dedicated counter slicing rare specialty wheels, from Fontina valdostana to creamy gorgonzola dolce.
  • Curated Wine Pairings: Hard-to-find European wine selections curated specifically to match your take-home wedge or picnic spread.
  • Prahran Market Stall: Tucked right across from Market Lane Coffee for an effortless morning or midday market bite.
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The Deciding Factors

Why cheese enthusiasts and Prahran Market shoppers choose Maker and Monger

  • Artisan Fondue-Style Toasties

    Maker and Monger crafts gourmet fondue grilled cheese sandwiches using melted Marcel Petite Comté and Swiss Gruyère on salted, buttered sourdough.

    They do incredible fondue-style toasties made from molten Marcel Petite Comté and Swiss Gruyère, all served on crunchy, butter-slathered sourdough with a light sprinkling of salt flakes.

    Jo SB

  • Curated Specialty Cheese Counter

    The stall pairs its hot grilled cheese counter with a full monger counter offering premium cheeses and crackers for home entertaining.

    They offer a wide selection of premium quality cheeses, making it clear this is a specialty store for serious cheese lovers.

    Orlena Kusnadi

  • Pure Toastie Comfort

    Biting into an intensely melted, perfectly toasted specialty sandwich delivers pure comfort and delight.

    Between the toasted bread, the melty cheese, white white, garlic, mustard etc etc, this is such a comforting, beautiful experience.

    Jordan Partridge

  • Reassuring Cheesemonger Expertise

    Skilled cheesemongers advise customers on recipes and tailored cheese blends that guarantee culinary success at home.

    Went to get some ricotta for a ravioli recipe, got chatting with one of the crew who suggested a stracciatella/ricotta recipe blend for similar lightness but extra cheesy stretchiness. (Spoilers: the changed recipe was a hit).

    Matty Horsten

  • Perfect Market Morning Pairings

    Positioned directly across from Market Lane Coffee, visitors can easily grab a hot artisanal toastie alongside a fresh flat white.

    Just opposite is Market Lane coffee, and so you can juggle between getting your awesome coffee and bestest ever toasted cheese sandwich for the most heavenly lunch ever.

    Ronald McCoy

  • Convenient Market Hall Stop

    Located inside Prahran Market, the stall serves as a go-to takeaway stop for hearty, savory bites on busy weekend mornings.

    Toasties are sold along side French cheese from their deli with great customer service at decent prices considering your toastie contains incredible French cheese.

    Ninjazu Zu

Signature artisan grilled cheese sandwiches prepared fresh to order at Prahran Market

  • Fondue special

    The fondue special is the one to get imo.

    Jordan Partridge

  • Pimento

    The pimento never ceases to improve my day, the cheese oozes out, some Chunky rock salt on top, trust me you need to go here and order a cheese toasty!!

    Majorie Elizabeth

  • Flaming Ruben

    Got the $16 Flaming Ruben. Flavour was good portion size is on the small size. Good for a quick small bite

    Yushi Peng

  • Mac Attack

    I enjoyed the Mac Attack and it was cooked to perfection and lived up to its name.

    Rachel Kapsalakis

Beyond the menu

Distinctive artisan touches and expert consultations at Prahran Market

  • Alpine Wine-and-Garlic Fondue Toastie

    The signature fondue sandwich is prepared with molten Marcel Petite Comté and Swiss Gruyère simmered with white wine, garlic, and mustard on butter-slathered sourdough with a sprinkle of salt flakes.

  • Culinary Cooking and Recipe Blending Consultations

    Counter mongers provide tailored culinary advice for home cooking, such as suggesting a blended stracciatella and ricotta ratio to achieve balanced lightness and stretch in homemade pasta fillings.

  • Curated Accompaniment and Honey Pairings

    Staff guide customers through pairing curated specialty honey, dips, and artisanal condiments directly to individual cheeses and beverage selections.

  • Dedicated Specialty Wine Pairings

    Knowledgeable team members offer specialized wine recommendations from a distinct retail bottle collection designed to pair seamlessly with take-home artisan wedges.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, pairings, and market visits

  • Pair with Across-the-Aisle Coffee

    Pair your grilled cheese with a flat white from Market Lane Coffee directly across the aisle while you wait.

  • Arrive Early for Popular Toasties

    Lines form during peak weekend market hours; arrive early to ensure you secure popular sandwich specials before they sell out.

  • Bring a Cooler Bag for Retail Cheese

    Bring an insulated cooler bag if you plan to purchase cut-to-order soft, blue, or alpine cheeses to transport home safely.

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