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Melt Shop
- 135 W 50th St, New York, NY 10019

Restaurant ★4.0 (201)·$10–20

135 W 50th St, New York, NY 10019, USA

4.0
I ordered online after seeing some videos. They did NOT disappoint!! The mozzarella melt was one of the best things I have ever eaten! So cheesy and delicious the chicken was seasoned well and crispy. Food came hot and packaged well. I will certainly be ordering from here again! - Ms. Perez
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Melt Shop Introduce

Melt Shop: The Go-To Spot for Classic Comfort in a Modern Setting

In a city famous for its fast pace and diverse dining scene, Melt Shop has carved out a unique and beloved niche. Originally celebrated for its gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, Melt Shop has evolved into a premier destination for all things comfort food, with an expanded menu that includes high-quality burgers, crispy chicken tenders, and loaded fries. This Midtown Manhattan establishment offers a perfect escape, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere where you can indulge in classic American fare that feels both familiar and elevated.

Melt Shop is a place that understands the need for a quick, satisfying, and delicious meal. It has a reputation for fast service and high-quality ingredients, ensuring that even on your busiest days, you can get a hot, fresh meal that truly hits the spot. The restaurant is praised for its casual and trendy atmosphere, attracting a diverse crowd from college students and tourists to families and groups. With a commitment to friendly service and a menu designed to satisfy every craving, Melt Shop is a must-visit for anyone in New York City seeking the ultimate comfort food experience.


Location and Accessibility

Melt Shop is centrally located at 135 W 50th St, New York, NY 10019, USA. Its position in the heart of Midtown makes it an incredibly convenient dining option. Whether you are on your lunch break from a nearby office, exploring the Theater District, or visiting Rockefeller Center, Melt Shop is easily accessible.

The restaurant is well-equipped to serve a diverse range of customers. It features a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom, and seating, ensuring that all guests can enjoy their meal comfortably. The location is easily reached via multiple subway lines and bus routes, and its high-traffic location means it's a simple, straightforward destination for anyone walking through the area.


Services Offered

Melt Shop is designed for modern convenience, offering a variety of services to get their delicious food to you quickly and efficiently.

  • Dine-in: The restaurant offers a comfortable, casual seating area for those who want to eat on-site. The space is clean and bright, perfect for a relaxed meal.
  • Takeout: A popular choice for those on the move, Melt Shop’s takeout service is fast, with food packaged to stay fresh and hot.
  • Delivery: For maximum convenience, the restaurant provides no-contact delivery, ensuring your meal arrives hot and ready to enjoy from the comfort of your home or office.
  • Catering: Melt Shop also offers catering for groups and events, with options like platters and group bundles, making it a great choice for office lunches or parties.
  • Counter Service: The ordering process is streamlined with counter service and, in some locations, kiosks, allowing for a fast and efficient experience.

Features and Highlights

Melt Shop has a number of features that make it a standout choice for comfort food in NYC.

  • Iconic Melts and More: While the classic grilled cheese is a fan favorite, the menu has expanded to include a wide array of options like the Crispy Chicken Melt and the Burger Melt, showcasing a commitment to diverse and satisfying comfort food.
  • High-Quality Ingredients: Customers frequently praise the quality of the food. From perfectly seasoned and crispy chicken to gooey, delicious cheese blends, every ingredient is chosen to deliver on flavor and texture.
  • Decadent Sides and Desserts: The menu goes beyond sandwiches with a variety of indulgent sides like Loaded Fries and Mozzarella Sticks. The handspun shakes, especially the Nutella Shake and Oreo Shake, are a major highlight and a must-try.
  • Welcoming Atmosphere: The restaurant is known for being family-friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, and a transgender safe space, creating an inclusive and comfortable environment for all guests.
  • Accessibility: With amenities like wheelchair access, restrooms, and Wi-Fi, Melt Shop is designed to be a comfortable and accommodating place to eat.

Contact Information

For more information, to place a phone order, or for general inquiries, you can contact Melt Shop at:

Address: 135 W 50th St, New York, NY 10019, USA
Phone: (212) 974-3423


What is Worth Choosing

For a first-time visitor, choosing from the extensive menu can be a delicious dilemma. However, some items are consistently highlighted by customers as must-try options.

The Mozzarella Melt is a definite star, with one reviewer calling it "one of the best things I have ever eaten." Its combination of gooey cheese and well-seasoned, crispy chicken makes it a top-tier choice. The Classic Melt is another fan favorite, praised for its simple perfection: perfectly crispy bread and a gooey, delicious cheese blend.

For those who love something a bit different, the Loaded Tots and Loaded Fries are excellent sides, topped with bacon, cheese sauce, and other flavorful ingredients. The Melt Sauce and Hot Honey are also great additions to any order.

Beyond the savory, the handspun shakes are an absolute highlight. The Nutella Shake and Oreo Shake are particularly popular, with one customer describing their shake as "creamy and just delicious."

In summary, Melt Shop is much more than a simple restaurant; it's a destination for high-quality, delicious comfort food in the heart of New York City. Its commitment to flavor, speed, and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a perfect choice for a casual meal any time of the day.

Melt Shop Menu

  • Desserts

  • House-Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie $4.01
  • Fries, Tots & Mozz Sticks

  • Herb Parmesan Tots $5.51
  • Naked Tots $5.39
  • Loaded Tots $7.58

    Bacon, Cherry Peppers, Herbed Parmesan, Melt Sauce & Cheese Sauce

  • Naked Fries $5.39
  • Loaded Fries $7.58

    Bacon, Cherry Peppers, Herbed Parmesan, Melt Sauce & Cheese Sauce

  • Cheesy Fries $6.31
  • Herb Parmesan Fries $5.51
  • Mozzarella Sticks $6.77

    3 Mozzarella Sticks with a side of Marinara

  • Cheesy Tots $6.31
  • Chicken Tender Baskets

  • 4pc Buffalo Tenders & Fries $14.48

    4 Chicken Tenders sauced with Buffalo Sauce & Ranch served over Fries

  • 3pc Original Tenders & Fries $12.64

    3 Chicken Tenders served over Fries with a choice of Sauce

  • 4pc Original Tenders & Fries $13.79

    4 Chicken Tenders served over Fries with a choice of Sauce

  • 4pc Korean BBQ Tenders & Fries $14.48

    4 Chicken Tenders sauced with Korean Sticky Glaze & topped with Sesame Seeds served over Fries

  • 3pc Korean BBQ Tenders & Fries $13.33

    3 Chicken Tenders sauced with Korean Sticky Glaze & topped with Sesame Seeds served over Fries

  • 3pc Buffalo Tenders & Fries $13.33

    3 Chicken Tenders sauced with Buffalo Sauce & Ranch served over Fries

  • Breakfast

  • Bacon Breakfast Melt $10.34

    Bacon, scrambled eggs, american & cheddar

  • Loaded Breakfast Burrito $13.55

    Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, monterey jack & tots with chipotle ranch

  • Breakfast Burrito $12.40

    Scrambled eggs, bacon, avocado, tomato, monterey jack & tots with choice sauce

  • Spicy Breakfast Burrito $11.49

    Scrambled eggs, bacon, avocado, cherry peppers, monterey jack & tots with chipotle ranch

  • Nutella Frappe $8.04
  • Egg & Cheese $8.04

    Scrambled eggs, american & cheddar

  • Coffee Frappe $8.04
  • Canned Cold Brew $5.74
  • Hot Coffee $2.63
  • Bacon, Egg & Cheese $9.19

    Bacon, scrambled eggs, american & cheddar

  • Sausage Egg & Cheese $9.19

    Sausage, scrambled eggs, american & cheddar

  • Oreo Frappe $8.04
  • Biggie Melts

  • The Biggie Crispy Chicken $13.79

    Crispy Chicken, American, Cheddar & Mike’s Hot Honey on Thick-Cut French Bread

  • The Biggie Classic $11.49

    American & Cheddar on Thick-Cut French Bread

  • The Biggie Burger $16.09

    1/3lb Wagyu Beef, Bacon, American & Cheddar on Thick-Cut French Bread

  • Platters & Group Ordering

  • Honey Mustard Bacon Tenders Wrap $49.99
  • 1lb Fries $19.54

    Serves 3-4. Limit 2

  • Buffalo Tender Wrap $49.99
  • Caesar Salad Platter $45.99

    Caesar Salad with Monterey Jack, Herbed Parmesan, Croutons & Caesar Dressing on Romaine. Limit 2 per order. Add-Ons: Crispy Chicken or Grilled Chicken

  • Gameday Bundle $64.38

    Our NFL Special - 2 Choice 3pc Tender Baskets, 2 Choice Chicken On A Buns, 2 Choice Fries (Naked or Herb Parmesan) & 2 Sauces!

  • Caesar Tenders Wrap $44.99
  • 20 Original Tenders $48.29

    20 Tenders w/ Choice Sauce. Limit 2 Per Order

  • 10 Chicken On A Buns $126.49

    Pick 2 of Your Fave Chicken On A Buns! Limit 2 Per Order

  • NEW

  • Blue Raspberry Dirty Soda $5.69

    Sprite, Blue Raspberry Syrup & Sweet Cream topped with Cold Foam

  • Buffalo Tenders Wrap $12.06

    Tenders, Tomato, Lettuce, Ranch & Buffalo Sauce

  • Orange Dream Dirty Soda $5.69

    Orange Soda, Vanilla Syrup & Sweet Cream topped with Cold Foam

  • New England Style Chicken Tenders $11.20

    Crispy chicken tender and choice of sauce on a Lobster Roll

  • Honey Mustard Bacon Tenders Wrap $12.64

    Tenders, Bacon, Tomato, Lettuce, Monterey Jack & Honey Mustard

  • Caesar Tenders Wrap $11.49

    Tenders, Lettuce, Herb Parmesan & Caesar Dressing

  • Nutella Croissant $6.84

    Nutella, Marshmallow Fluff and Chopped Oreos on Croissant

  • Sour Gummer Twisted Lemonade $5.69

    Lemodade, Sour Gummy Syrup & Sweet Cream topped with Cold Foam

  • Beverages

  • Strawberry Guava Lemonade $4.59
  • Fountain Soda $3.49
  • Can Diet Coke $3.55

    A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.

  • Lemonade $4.59
  • Can Coke $3.55

    The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.

  • Olipop Lemon Lime $4.59
  • Can Sprite $3.55

    The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.

  • Olipop Grape $4.59
  • Mango-Lime $3.99
  • Bottled Water $3.55
  • Olipop Root Beer $4.59
  • Dipping Sauces

  • Melt Sauce $0.91
  • Honey Mustard $0.91
  • Buffalo Sauce $0.91
  • Hot Honey $0.91
  • Ranch $0.91
  • Cheeseburgers

  • The Shop Cheeseburger $13.79

    1/3lb Wagyu Beef, Bacon, American, Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato, Caramelized Onions & Burger Sauce

  • Impossible Cheeseburger $14.94

    Beyond Meat Burger, American, Dill Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato, Caramelized Onions & Burger Sauce

  • The Shop Bacon Cheeseburger $14.94

    1/3lb Wagyu Beef, American, Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato, Caramelized Onions & Burger Sauce

  • Cheeseburger $12.64

    1/3lb Wagyu Beef, American, Dill Pickles & Burger Sauce

  • Chicken On A Bun

  • Mike's Hot Honey Bun $12.18

    Crispy Chicken, Cheddar & Mike’s Hot Honey

  • Korean BBQ $12.18

    Korean Stick Glazed Crispy Chicken, Sesame Seeds, Mayo & Asian Slaw

  • Original Spicy Crispy Chicken $11.26

    Cherry Peppers & Chipotle Mayo

  • Original Crispy Chicken $11.26

    Pickles & Mayo

  • Mac N' Cheese

  • Mike's Hot Honey Mac $15.63

    Crispy Chicken, Shredded Monterey Jack & Mike's Hot Honey

  • Buffalo Chicken Mac $15.63

    Crispy Chicken, Bacon, Shredded Monterey Jack, Ranch & Buffalo Sauce

  • Mac N' Cheese $14.71

    Our Signature Three-Cheese Blend Mac N’ Cheese &Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

  • Wraps

  • Honey Mustard Bacon Tenders Wrap $12.64

    Tenders, Bacon, Tomato, Lettuce, Monterey Jack & Honey Mustard

  • Caesar Tender Wrap $11.49

    Tenders, Lettuce, Herb Parmesan & Caesar Dressing

  • Buffalo Tenders Wrap $12.06

    Tenders, Tomato, Lettuce, Ranch & Buffalo Sauce

  • Shakes

  • Vanilla Shake $7.58
  • Strawberry Shake $7.58
  • Oreo Shake $7.58
  • Nutella Shake $7.58
  • S'mores $7.58
  • Chocolate Shake $7.58
  • Cinnamon Toast Crunch $7.58

    Cinnamon toast crunch mixed with our vanilla milkshake

  • Melts

  • Buffalo Chicken $12.64

    Crispy Chicken, Pepper Jack & Buffalo Sauce

  • Crispy Chicken Melt $12.64

    Pepper Jack, Slaw & Melt Sauce

  • Spicy Crispy Mac Melt $14.82

    Mac N' Cheese, Crispy Chicken, Shredded Jack & Cherry Peppers

  • Classic $8.04

    American & Cheddar

  • Grilled Chicken Chipotle Melt $13.79

    Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Smashed Avocado, Pepper Jack, Cherry Peppers, Tomato & Chipotle Mayo

  • Burger Melt $13.79

    1/3lb Wagyu Beef, American, Cheddar, Pickles, Caramelized Onions & Burger Sauce

  • Salads & Soup

  • Chicken Caesar Salad $14.94

    Crispy Chicken, Monterey Jack, Herbed Parmesan, Croutons & Caesar Dressing

  • Chicken Ranch Salad $16.09

    Crispy Chicken, Bacon, Egg, Monterey Jack, Tomatoes, Smashed Avocado & Ranch

  • Chipotle Ranch Chicken Salad $16.09

    Crispy Chicken, Bacon, Egg, Monterey Jack, Tomatoes, Smashed Avocado & Chipotle Ranch

  • Honey Mustard Chicken Salad $16.09

    Crispy Chicken, Bacon, Egg, Monterey Jack, Tomatoes, Smashed Avocado & Honey Mustard

Melt Shop Details

  • Service options

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Vegetarian options
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy
  • Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace
  • Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Melt Shop Photos

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Melt Shop Location

Melt Shop

135 W 50th St, New York, NY 10019, USA

Melt Shop Reviews

An average rating of ★4.3 from 1283 user reviews.

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