06/03/2026
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Melt Shop
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Melt Shop was a fast-casual American sandwich restaurant in Chelsea, New York, located on W. 26th Street. It served an assortment of crowd-favorite comfort foods, including gourmet grilled cheeses, fried chicken, burgers, tater tots, salads, and lemonades and shakes. Its menu highlights on social media featured rich flavors such as wagyu with American cheddar and bacon on thick-cut French bread; Korean BBQ chicken on a bun; and the Shop Bacon Cheeseburger made with wagyu beef, pickles, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions, and burger sauce. The restaurant also promoted indulgent cheesy options like biggie classic dipped in cheese sauce and fried ravioli alongside new additions such as crispy cheese ravioli, cheese curds, mac n cheese sides, cheesecake bites, and a rotating set of cheeses.
**Final note:** This business has been permanently closed.
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Address
55 W. 26th Street
New York, NY
10001
Public transport (subway + walk)
- Take the 1, 2, or 3 train to Times Sq–42 St, then walk west toward W. 26th St.
- Alternatively, take the A/C/E to Penn Station and walk north on 8th Ave to W. 26th St.
- From either area, head to W. 26th St and walk a few blocks east/west as needed based on your exact cross street.
Public transport (bus)
- Use MTA buses that run along 8th Ave or Broadway near Midtown (look for routes stopping around W. 26th St / Penn Station / Times Sq), then walk to W. 26th St.
Driving
- Navigate to W. 26th St in Midtown Manhattan.
- Expect heavy traffic and limited curb access; use GPS for the closest drop-off point on/near W. 26th St.
Parking
- Look for nearby paid garages around Penn Station / Midtown West (typically along 7th–9th Ave between ~W. 23rd–W. 30th).
- Street parking is usually metered with strict time limits—check signs carefully before relying on it.
If you share the nearest cross street you’re starting from (or your hotel/intersection), I can tailor the exact subway stop and walking route.
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What people say
Melt Shop on W. 26th Street in Chelsea is a fast-casual American sandwich spot that delivers serious comfort-food satisfaction. The menu leans into indulgent classics—especially its gourmet grilled cheeses and hearty, flavor-forward sandwiches—while still offering plenty of variety with burgers, fried chicken, tater tots, salads, and refreshing lemonades and shakes.
Recent highlights from the shop’s social posts make it clear why people keep coming back. The Wagyu grilled cheese (with American cheddar, bacon, and thick-cut French bread) is described as “cheesy” and “beefy,” with a rich, craveable combination that feels built for maximum melt-and-munch enjoyment. Burger lovers will appreciate the Shop Bacon Cheeseburger—made with wagyu beef, American cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions, and burger sauce—an all-in build that sounds both balanced and unapologetically delicious.
If you’re in the mood for something crispy and cheesy beyond the usual fare, Melt Shop also shines with fried ravioli (“why have ravioli when you can have fried ravioli?”), plus sides like Biggie Classic dipped in cheese sauce. And for those who love their comfort food with extra crunch or creamy goodness, the lineup includes options like Korean BBQ chicken on a bun (“hallelujah”) and other cheesy favorites that fit perfectly alongside a shake.
Speaking of shakes—Melt Shop’s milkshakes are clearly a standout. Posts call out how “that’s a milk shake,” reinforcing that dessert here isn’t an afterthought; it’s part of the experience. Whether you’re grabbing lunch or planning an easy dinner stop in Chelsea, Melt Shop offers bold flavors, satisfying textures (melty + crispy), and plenty of reasons to order “just one more” bite.