Philly cheesesteaks done right. Actor-backed spot with a singular focus on an iconic sandwich, praised for meaty, cheesy goodness on a perfect roll.
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, a collaboration between Angelo's Pizzeria and Bradley Cooper, is making waves with its authentic Philly cheesesteak. It's the sole item on their menu, a testament to their focus on perfecting this iconic sandwich. Reviewers rave about the quality of the steak, the creamy Cooper Sharp cheese, and the exceptional sesame seed roll.
Specializing exclusively in cheesesteaks, this restaurant offers an authentic Philadelphia-style experience. The sandwich features thinly sliced ribeye steak, Cooper Sharp cheese, and onions on a sesame seed roll. Customers frequently praise the generous portions of meat and cheese, the quality of the bread, and the overall flavor profile. Some find the sesame seed flavor pronounced, and a few note that the meat can occasionally be tough or dry, or that it lacks sufficient cheese. The addition of sweet or hot peppers is often recommended to enhance the taste.
"The cheesesteak is the sole item on the menu and is highly recommended. Adding sweet or hot peppers on the side is frequently suggested to enhance the flavor."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the cheesesteak, calling it authentic, delicious, and the best they've had in NYC. Some minor critiques mention the price and the strong flavor of the sesame seed bun, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Important Note
Some customers find the sesame seed flavor of the bun to be too strong. The restaurant exclusively serves cheesesteaks with onions and Cooper Sharp cheese, with no modifications generally allowed, which might be a downside for some.
"This user clarified that the original poster was asking for cheesecake, not cheesesteak, and questioned if cheesesteaks even have a thick crust."
Neutral"The user suggested Danny and Coops."
Positive"This commenter recommends Danny & Coops, noting that while there are usually crazy lines later, they were able to get served quickly around 1pm."
Positive"This commenter recommends Danny & Coops, noting that while there are usually crazy lines later, they were able to get served quickly around 1pm."
Positive"The user highly praised the cheesesteak with peppers from Danny & Coops, calling it amazing during their first NYC visit."
Positive"The user found Danny and Coop's to be a good cheesesteak, but questioned its inclusion as a 'best new' addition, deeming it just solid."
Neutral"The user found Danny & Coop's cheesesteak too salty with subpar bread, and also mentioned a negative ordering experience, though they acknowledged the staff was nice."
Negative"The user stated that Danny & Coop's is often raved about and considered the best cheesesteak in the city."
Positive"The user noted that Danny & Coop's is considered a top cheesesteak in the city by many."
Positive"This user enjoys Danny & Coop's cheesesteak, comparing it favorably to Philadelphia's offerings. They also suggest it's a good value when split and can be a great lunch option when combined with nearby spots for sides."
Positive"This user expressed skepticism about Danny & Coop's, suggesting it receives attention primarily due to its association with a celebrity or notable figure."
Negative"In response to a negative review, this user defended Danny & Coop's, stating their experience was positive with generous meat portions and no issues with texture or bread quality. They also mentioned the convenience of visiting during off-peak hours."
Positive"This user expressed dissatisfaction with Danny & Coop's, finding the meat/cheese texture to be like peanut butter and the bread burnt yet too soft. They preferred Federoff's instead."
Negative"This user expresses a negative opinion about Danny & Coop's, stating that the restaurant is overrated."
Negative"The user is asking if Danny & Coop's has started allowing modifications, specifically requesting no onions on a cheesesteak, after it was not permitted during their initial opening months."
Neutral"This user is inquiring about whether Danny & Coop's previously did not allow modifications."
Neutral"The author found the cheesesteak from Danny & Coop's Cheesesteaks to be just 'good' and not special, regretting the choice due to the overpowering sesame seed roll. Despite still being tasty, it was considered the 'worst' thing eaten in NYC."
Negative"The author, originally from Philly, considers the cheesesteak at Danny and Coops to be one of the best they've had in the city. They note it's cheesier than usual and uses higher quality meat, served on a great sesame seed roll."
Positive"Coops in the East Village is listed as a place to try for hoagies."
Positive"This spot, partly owned by Bradley Cooper, is considered the closest to an authentic Philly cheesesteak experience in NYC and is conveniently located."
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