Gourmet Grilled Cheese in Catonsville: Grilled Cheese & Co.
The best grilled cheese in Maryland? Say less. Owners Eileen and Shawn recently invited me in to check out Grilled Cheese & Company, and there was no chance I was turning that down. Before we get into the details, I want to give a big thank-you to their team for generously treating me to lunch.
This spot is all about refined comfort food – think buttery, perfectly crisp grilled cheeses stuffed with bold, creative fillings. Every sandwich we tried was cooked to golden perfection, and it’s easy to see why this place has such a loyal following.
What I got at Grilled Cheese & Co.:
- Crabby Melt ($13.99): One of their bestsellers, and for good reason. This sandwich is loaded with their house-made crab dip made with sweet claw crab meat, then topped with Monterey Jack cheese. It’s rich, indulgent, and generously filled.
- Smashed Meatball ($11.99): Made with provolone, Italian meatballs, marinara, and parmesan, this one was comforting and satisfying. I highly recommend dipping it into their tomato soup – it took the whole meal to another level.
- Tomato Basil Soup ($4.99): Homemade and outstanding. Easily one of the best tomato soups I’ve had in the area. If you’re coming here, getting soup with your sandwich is a must. FOR REAL.
- The Gobbler ($12.99): One of their seasonal sandwiches, featuring sliced turkey, smoked gouda, potato pancakes, apple butter, and arugula, served on pumpernickel or your choice of bread. There’s a lot going on here in the best way – great textures and flavors throughout. As someone who loves Thanksgiving-inspired food, this one really hit the spot.
- Apple Pie-Wich ($9.99): This one surprised me the most. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but this was a banger. Filled with sweet apple pie filling, sharp cheddar, cinnamon, and caramel syrup on ciabatta, it’s the perfect sweet-and-savory sandwich. Truly a standout.
Beyond the food, the service here deserves a shoutout. The team was incredibly warm and welcoming, which always makes a good meal even better. I’ll absolutely be back. I also ran into one of my followers while I was there – always such a cool experience connecting with you all in person. Please never hesitate to say hello.
SO, have you guys been here yet?! Where do YOU think has the best grilled cheese in Maryland. Let me know by commenting below, and make sure to check out this tab for more yum eats in Catonsville.
📍500 Edmondson Ave, Catonsville, MD
⏰11-9pm daily