When you’re ever in Philadelphia craving for cheese by any chance, the only kind of cheese you can count on to satisfy your tummy is the Cooper Sharp cheese. This cheese has been well-loved by Philly residents. With its bold and rich taste, we won’t be surprised why you’ll love it too!
Like the other type of cheese called “American” cheese, Cooper Sharp cheese is made with love and perfection from its founder I.C. Cooper. In 1918, I.C. Cooper envisioned a thriving cheese business when he started aging cheese curds.
He then moved the business from New York to Philadelphia and has made the same recipe for over 25 years! You can find Cooper Sharp cheese in almost every supermarket around the region. You can even search for this cheese on the website and get first dibs from nearby stores.
However, if you’re around Philly and want a comforting sandwich with its famous Cooper Sharp cheese, here are the go-to places you must check out.
1. Mom Mom’s Kitchen’s Grilled Cheese ($6 to $10)
Although Mom Mom’s Kitchen doesn’t have dine-in offers available, it doesn’t mean you can’t order their famous grilled cheese. However, you may also enjoy your sandwich at Bob and Barbara’s next door while ordering drinks from them and cleaning up after your mess.
You can order at the takeout window and have your sandwich to-go as well. Mom Mom’s Kitchen has changing menus all the time. And you may also check out their Instagram for weekly specials and mouthwatering images.
Location: 1505 South Street (South Street West)
2. O’Jung’s Tavern’s Pork Roll Sliders ($8)
O’Jung’s Tavern has found its home in Philly since 2001 in South 2nd Street. The restaurant offers weekly specials together with their regular menu. If you’re also looking for weekend entertainment, come to this place for some fun and sports games.
Order the pork roll slides with the Cooper Sharp cheese sauce, spicy mustard, and filling butter-toasted baby soft pretzels.
Location: 1625 South 2nd Street (Pennsport)
3. Pub & Kitchen’s Burger ($20)
Pub & Kitchen has featured farm-to-table dishes with wine, craft cocktails, and local beers. This authentic tavern has been beefing up its menu for over a decade, depending on the season and product availability.
One of Pub & Kitchen’s best-sellers is the Happy Valley six-ounce burger patty with Cooper Sharp cheese, pickles, caramelized onions, and of course, bacon!
Location: 1946 Lombard Street (Rittenhouse)
4. Middle Child’s Breakfast Sandwich ($7.50)
Middle Child is a casual daytime spot for breakfast lovers. The restaurant opened another location in Fishtown, five times the first location’s size. The second location will also feature a dinner menu and a bar for those who want to pair their Turkey club sandwiches with a round of booze.
We recommend Middle Child’s breakfast sandwich with fluffy eggs, Cooper Sharp cheese, potato bread, and arugula.
Location: 248 South 11th Street
5. Angelo’s Pizzeria’s Cheesesteak
Angelo’s Pizzeria offers creative and classic sandwiches, breakfast options, and fried snacks. Their mouthwatering bagels, cheesesteaks, and pizza are the bomb. The restaurant only accepts cash and takeout for now.
Although the pizza is its best-seller, try the cheesesteak with Cooper Sharp cheese, which is to die for!
Location: 736 South 9th Street (Italian Market)
6. Korshak’s Long Hot Bagels
Korshak’s founder Phil Korshak started whipping out bagels in 2003. He intended to spark joy in hungry diners and continues to do that today with Korshak’s long hot bagels.
Order the chewy and crispy long hot bagel with Philly’s famous Cooper Sharp cheese and experience delight in every bite.
Location: 1700 South 10th Street (East Passyunk)
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