Best Chopped Cheese in New York, NY

A Bronx-born sandwich made with ground beef, onions, and melted cheese chopped together on a griddle and served on a hero roll.

Blue Sky Deli (Hajji's)

East Harlem

4.6 / 5

The undisputed home of the chopped cheese. It is a rite of passage for any food lover in NYC.

Local LegendClassicBirthplaceAuthentic

9.8Flavor

9.5Value

9.2Vibe

Morningside Heights

4.4 / 5

A more refined version of the classic. The quality of the beef and the bread is noticeably higher.

GourmetHidden GemStudent FavoritePremium Ingredients

9.1Flavor

7.9Value

8.7Vibe

Harlem

4.8 / 5

The best kept secret in Harlem. Dead ass it's fire and better than the famous spots.

Hidden GemAuthenticLocal FavoriteValue King

9.6Flavor

9.8Value

8.2Vibe

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