Carolyn Kruse

Carolyn Kruse

Carolyn Kruse

Everybody loves a grilled cheese sandwich. That’s why I’m sharing 9 hot spots to get the best grilled cheese in Massachusetts, here! The simple things are truly the best things in life. And nothing says love and comfort like a warm and cheesy sammie.

Ahhh the savory simplicity of 2 pieces of bread, bound by creamy cheese and grilled in a pan with melted butter. The crispy the better, in my book! Grilled cheese sandwiches are warming hearts all over the world, at this very moment.

What is it about a grilled cheese sandwich? Is it the fact that our mothers made these delectable delights for us as kids, and poured on the love with every turn in the pan? Clearly, there’s a lot of love for the lunch staple. So let’s find out exactly where we can get the best of the best. Check out these 9 hot spots to get the best grilled cheese in Massachusetts.

Everyone loves their own grilled cheese creation, but frankly, mine is the best. At least, my kids have told me that. Hey, isn’t it always more fun to have someone else cook, serve and clean up? Of course it is. So, lets’ find out where to get best grilled cheese in the Bay State.  I have enlisted the help of some notable sources, namely Boston Magazine, Food Lens, and Boston Eater. In addition, I used my own experience of dining out to put together a list of 9 hot spots get the best grilled cheese in Massachusetts.

Are you an American cheese kind of person? Frankly I love a mix of cheeses like swiss, cheddar and American. Some of these places mentioned below also offer some tasty variations of the basic and beloved sandwich.

Say cheese…and  yes, please!

  • 1. All-Star Sandwich Bar in Cambridge

    1245 Cambridge St, Cambridge

    This spot comes up on many lists, when we’re talking grilled cheese. All-Star makes their popular grilled cheese with these 4 simple ingredients: Sharp cheddar cheese, American cheese, and béchamel on rustic white bread. (béchamel is a rich white sauce of milk, infused with herbs and seasonings)

    All Star Sandwich Bar

    Have no fear of gluten*! We've got alternative options to help you dine without worry of your gut going to crazy levels. *Please note, a gluten-free sandwich means no bread. We do not have gluten-free bread alternatives. We do have meals that do not contain gluten.

  • 2. Mike and Patty's - Mulitiple locations

    12 Church St. Boston

    100 High St. Boston

    388 Centre St. Jamaica Plain

    140R Adams St. Newton 

    1 Bow Market Way Somerville

    With 5 locations around the Boston area, they must be grilling something right! Mike and Patty’s is in Newton, Jamaica Plain, Bay Village, Somerville and on High Street in downtown. They take grilled cheese to the next level, and call it breakfast. Their “Grilled Crack” is all it’s cracked up to be. With Fried egg, 2x bacon, american, swiss, cheddar, and gruyere on buttered sourdough, you’ll be coming back and calling it lunch. 

    Mike and Patty's | American Restaurant in MA

    Corner cafe prepares a variety of sandwiches for breakfast & lunch including different egg versions.

  • 3. Cheesy Street Grill - Multiple locations

    17 Massachusetts Turnpike, Natick

    1044 Massachusetts Turnpike, Westborough

    900 Worcester St., Wellesley

    Cheesy Street doesn’t make it easy street when choosing which toasty tasty treat to take home or eat there. Their grilled cheese sandwiches take you everywhere, from American cheese-filled classics to French onion soup flavors, Italian subs and even taco grilled cheese. 

  • 4. Cutty's in Brookline

    284 Washington St, Brookline

    At Cutty’s you can treat yourself to some seriously gourmet grilled cheese options. As Food Lens tells it there’s selctions like:

    “Well buttered white or wheat bread stuffed with creamy, mild havarti and add-ons like ham, bacon, and fried shallots. Other options for grilled cheese enthusiasts include a pimento cheese version with a zesty house-made spread; and the Rabe T.J., which is a panini-style press of melty mozzarella, sharp provolone, tomato jam, and bitter, nutty broccoli rabe.” 

    Cutty's

    Cutty's is a lunch spot in Brookline Village that sells skillfully crafted sandwiches, ultra-fresh salads, seasonal soups, homemade snacks and cookies.

  • 5. Roxy's Grilled Cheese -multiple locations

    292 Mass. Ave., Cambridge

    485 Cambridge St., Allston

    Boston Magazine raved about this cheesy spot, calling it the “city’s pioneering gourmet-grilled-cheese purveyor, known for beloved classics (like the three-cheese blend of Vermont cheddar, fontina, and muenster) as well as playful riffs: Take the hot honey bacon sandwich, with its drizzle of chili-spiked nectar that is pure spicy and sweet (and salty, and savory) heaven.” They noted there are plenty of other options like herbed goat cheese and fig to add on.  Yes, cheese! Roxy’s Grilled Cheese food truck is legendary. 

    Roxy's Grilled Cheese | Food Trucks | Brick and Mortar

    food trucks | brick & mortar. fast food, elevated.

  • 6. Committe -Boston

    50 Northern Ave, Boston

    It won’t take a committee to choose this popular downtown restaurant. Boston Eater digs their grilled cheese. They say, “combining two of the best foods on this earth, Committee’s spanakopita grilled cheese sandwich features spinach, feta, and kasseri cheese on slices of Kalamata olive bread.” The committe here votes yes, overwhelmingly.  

    Greek meze and cocktails in Boston, MA - Committee

    Visit Committee in Boston for the best Greek meze and cocktails in the area! Come in, Greek & Meet with our community. Make reservations today!

  • 7. Veggie Galaxy in Cambridge

    450 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge

    According to Boston Magazine, Veggie Galaxy’s grilled cheese is served with Vermont cheddar, tomatoe, salt and tempeh bacon bits, or as I call them “faking bits.” They add the crunch. It’s served on Iggy’s sourdough bread.

    Veggie Galaxy | Veggie Restaurant in Cambridge, MA

    Veggie Galaxy Offers Traditional Diner Comfort Food Made from Scratch: The Twist Is that It's All Vegetarian (and Everything Can Be Made Vegan!) Our On-Site Bakery Is 100% Vegan.

  • 8. Formaggio Kitchen- Multiple locations

    358 Huron Ave, Cambridge

    268 Shawmut Ave, Boston

    94 Hampshire St, Cambridge

    The Food Lens loves this spot. Yes, it’s a market, but on weekdays they serve prepared lunches to go. That includes a “top-shelf grilled cheese on locally baked breads. Sandwiches are available at Formaggio Cambridge, Kendall, and South End Monday through Friday on a first-come, first-served basis, but you can always call in an order ahead of time at your preferred location.”

    Boston's South End Weekly Menu

    Our dinner menu is available after 2:00pm Monday through Friday. Please feel free to call ahead 617-350-6996 or email us at [email protected] to have us reserve your meal for you. In addition to our nightly dinner we have a variety of proteins, salads and sides available, as well as a daily soup that changes regularly.

     

     

  • 9. Trident Booksellers & Cafe-Boston

    338 Newbury St, Boston

    The grilled cheese here is like a good book. From start to finish the Bookstore Cafe’s grilled cheese leaves you wanting more! It’s made with melted provolone with tomato, and you have the options of bacon or avocado. Oh, bonus, it’s served challah.

    Trident Booksellers & Cafe

    Want to support your local bookstore & cafe? Here is something simple you can do to help Trident during this crazy time. Choose to have your food delivered via our Toast delivery partner . You'll get the food you know and love on your doorstep, and we won't have to pay high commission fees to third-party delivery services.

     

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