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    Blue Sky Deli

    4.4 (135 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis, Grocery, Sandwiches
    Open Open 24 hours

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    Rudy M.

    This place is a diamond in the rough. You walk in and it's a convenience store with a deli. The door creaks so much, you think that you might actually break the door. It's a small place but they put out the best sandwiches I've had in New York to date. I've never had a pastrami sandwich with lettuce tomato or even melted cheese. It was surprisingly good. The bread choice was phenomenal. Perfectly crunchy French bread and it was a decent sized sandwich. My fiancée had her second roast beef sandwich of our visit and hers came on a a more flat bread. I will definitely give hers a shot next time I come back to Harlem.

    Chopped cheese sandwich, ready to eat
    William M.

    Another visit to a legendary New York food stop! Before coming here, I had watched the video online and tried to make chopped cheese at home and I'll say it did turn out pretty good but if you want it done right you have to come to the people that invented it. The first thing I discovered was that I was not using the fresh crispy hero roll that is used here that holds everything together. The first glance the sandwich may look a little small, but don't be deceived...there is plenty to eat inside the two rolls. Hamburger is expertly chopped from pre-shaped patties and when ready the cheese is added, and you can get onions in there too if you want, but I decided not to then the ketchup and mayo goes on either side of the grilled rolls it is filled in with lettuce and tomato Olive oil vinegar, black pepper, and securely wrapped in wax paper and then in a regular sandwich wrapper At this point, all the ingredients have pretty much blended together meeting. You don't have to go searching around the sandwich to get a bite of every ingredient because it's already there and the tomato and lettuce are still fairly in their original state despite being mixed up with the cheese and meat just make sure you eat it right away. Yes, it is a little bit out-of-the-way from most places in New York, but it will be glad you gave it a try. The deli itself has amazing the large and diverse selection of soft drinks as well as all sorts of chips and other salty snacks. I didn't look to see if there was beer and wine there I suppose there probably was, but I wasn't looking for it. Anyway, it's certainly worth a visit and I guess these places become legends on YouTube for a reason.

    Nina U.

    Chopped cheese on a hero with everything is what we ordered. 3 to be exact!! This place was recommended by a colleague at work and they did not disappoint. The right amount of ketchup and mayo without making a mess. The right combination of hamburger meat, cheese, lettuce and tomato to make one fantastic creation. Chefs kiss!! Place your order at the counter near the door you enter/exit! It'll take about 10-15 minutes to prepare. Loved it!

    Chopped cheese
    Adeline M.

    Got a chop cheese hero with everything. I came here because of a food critic that said it's "the best chop cheese". It is DEFINITELY NOT, not even close. It barely had seasoning and small amount of meat. You taste more of the lettuce and tomato, than meat. Save yourself the money and go to another deli for a chopped cheese.

    Chopped
    Cristopher R.

    Apparently this is the place where the famous chopped cheese was made and it did not disappoint. Fantastic sandwich.

    chopped cheese
    Kristina I.

    This was my first chopped cheese and I think it will spoil all the other ones (it's the OG, right?). Seriously, I fantasize about this chopped cheese. That's how good it was. I've told all my friends in California about it. The flavors just meld together so perfectly and the ketchup really makes it with the umami acidity. You MUST TRY!

    Chopped Cheese
    Love K.

    Hubs and I came for the infamous chopped cheese and my oh my was it worth it. It's essentially a chopped up cheeseburger inside a sandwich roll, pressed and slightly toasted. The chopped ingredients muddle well together creating a creamy texture which just works with the fresh crunchy lettuce. Typing this makes me want one right now. It's roughly $7, takes around 15 minutes to make upon getting the order, and there is no seating indoor or outdoor which is a slight bummer.

    Chop Cheese

    Frankie Frank The Legend! Chop Cheese I went to 25 food stops in five days the chop cheese was tied for number 1! This is Dave from Los Angeles, CA Go Folks Go!!!

    Chopped Cheese sandwich.  It tasted like a creamy Wendy's cheeseburger.  I will not be returning here.
    Gail B.

    I am a first-time trier of the NYC rapper-hyped Chopped Cheese sandwich and did not like the one made here, where it was created many years ago by a now-deceased chef. The sandwich is made with American cheese, and the quality of the ground beef is low grade. No wonder it only cost $7.50. I had the sandwich on a hero with everything on it, including lettuce, tomatoes, onions, peppers, mayonnaise and ketchup. It tasted like a creamy Wendy's cheeseburger. I have had better "creamy cheeseburgers" in pubs, taverns, diners and bars, just several miles away in Lower Manhattan. The chefs in those burger joints are likely using higher quality ground beef. I do not recommend Chopped Cheese for cheeseburger lovers who prefer prime grade beef or for those like myself who are too Bougie for a bodega-made creamy cheeseburger. I would rather go to Wendy's, where I can sit down and eat.

    Andy N.

    The home of the Chopped Cheese. The famous Haiji's where it was created. Seen this place so many times in videos. And finally got to try it out myself. I've had chopped cheese sandwiches before but the original is just too good. Made on a sesame bread roll. filled with ground beef, cheese, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, ketchup, and mayo. Pressed like a panini to give it that crisp crunch. Located inside of the deli where you can pick up bottles of soft drinks and other convenience store items. This is a great sandwich and glad that it's getting the love it deserves. Comfort food at it's finest Recommendation: The original chopped cheese sandwich

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    Fresh bread, juicy beef, melty cheese and crunchy veggies with "everything" = Best chopped cheese I've had. Blue Sky smackz

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    Do they have a vegan version of the chopped cheese?

    Do they deliver? How do I order?

    No. Delivery with Postmates or Ubereats only.

    Is the chopped cheese served 24 hours as well?

    Yes and no. They should, but it depends on who is working the grill.

    Is the chopped cheese sandwich cash only?

    I believe they take debit/credit if you're buying $10 or more.

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