Authentic Philly cheesesteaks w/ Cooper Sharp cheese & seeded rolls. Worth the hype & potential wait for a legit taste of Philly.
Will Hartman reviews Danny & Coop's, an East Village spot known for its collaboration with Bradley Cooper, praising its "Apex cheesesteaks" as a must-try.
This East Village spot, co-founded by actor Bradley Cooper and Angelo's Pizzeria, aims to replicate the authentic Philly cheesesteak experience. They focus solely on their signature cheesesteak, a hearty sandwich with thinly sliced ribeye, Cooper Sharp cheese, and jammy onions on a seeded hoagie roll. While lines can form, many find the quality and taste, especially with optional sweet or hot peppers, to be well worth the hype and price.
The restaurant exclusively serves cheesesteaks, which are highly praised for their generous portions of meat, quality Cooper Sharp cheese, and flavorful jammy onions, all served on a soft, seeded hoagie roll. Sweet and hot peppers are available as sides and are recommended additions that significantly enhance the flavor. While most find the cheesesteak delicious and comparable to the best in Philadelphia, a few reviews mention issues with dry meat, insufficient cheese, or an overly crunchy bread, though these are minority opinions.
"The cheesesteak is the sole focus and is highly recommended, with the addition of sweet or hot peppers as a side being a popular suggestion to enhance the flavor."
Overwhelmingly positive, with many hailing it as the best cheesesteak in NYC. Some criticize the price, bread texture, or occasional overcooked meat, but most agree the quality and flavor are exceptional.
Important Note
The restaurant's menu is very limited, focusing exclusively on cheesesteaks. Some find the bread too crunchy or sesame-heavy, and customization options are minimal, with onions being a standard ingredient that cannot be omitted according to some reports. The price point is also noted by some as being high for a sandwich.
"This user recommends Federoffs in Williamsburg as a better option for a Philly cheesesteak."
Negative"The commenter reported that the restaurant refused service to a gluten-free person asking for just meat and cheese, which soured the experience despite the sandwich being good and overpriced."
Negative"This user found the cheesesteak delicious and similar to Angelo's, but would also be put off by receiving an overcooked sandwich."
Positive"The commenter, familiar with Philly cheesesteaks, finds Danny & Coops unimpressive, citing overcooked meat and a disrupted bread-to-meat ratio due to scooping out the bread."
Negative"The reviewer found the cheesesteak good but overpriced, particularly noting the extra charge for peppers. They enjoyed the bread but found the rest of the sandwich straightforward, concluding it's not a regular spot due to the cost."
Neutral"This commenter believes Danny & Coops doesn't look as good as Angelo's in Philadelphia, which they consider superior. They also question the practice of tipping on takeout orders."
Negative"This commenter noted potential consistency issues, as their food took longer to arrive, and they felt peppers were necessary to balance the meat and cheese."
Neutral"The commenter dislikes the trend of overly crunchy bread in various food items, including sandwich rolls, and prefers softer bread for cheesesteaks."
Neutral"Initially enjoyed the cheesesteak, but later experiences found it too salty."
Neutral"This user enjoyed a Thai diner cheesesteak served on a soft roll, contrasting with the crunchy bread trend."
Positive"The author found the cheesesteak to be dry with a crunchy, pretzel-like bread that was scooped out, which they disliked. They also questioned the quality of the well-done meat and felt the $25 price point was expensive, possibly receiving a sandwich that was about to be thrown out due to its quick preparation time."
Negative"Danny & Coop's is listed as one of the commenter's favorite cheesesteak spots."
Positive"This user considers Danny & Coop's excellent if one prefers soft bread for their cheesesteak."
Positive"This commenter reported a negative experience due to understaffing during peak hours, leading them to leave without ordering after a 10-minute wait."
Negative"The commenter humorously stated that recommending Danny & Coop's makes one an expert in cheesesteaks."
Positive"The commenter found Danny & Coop's to be their favorite among several tested cheesesteak options, though noted it is pricey."
Positive"This commenter states that Danny & Coop's is the only correct answer for a cheesesteak."
Positive"The commenter prefers Federoff's but still likes Danny & Coop's, though finds the sesame seeds on the bread overwhelming."
Positive"The commenter suggested eating the cheesesteak in Tompkins Square, noting that the sandwiches are large and hearty."
Positive"This commenter enjoyed Danny & Coop's but felt the cheese was insufficient and asked about Mama's Too."
Positive
