Spicy Eggplant Parm — Vegetarian with Serious Bite
Baked eggplant cutlet, house-whipped burrata, house-made marinara, parmesan, Calabrian chile oil, peppery arugula, and toasted breadcrumbs on house-baked semolina bread.
Sandwell's Spicy Eggplant Parm is a vegetarian sandwich built to go toe-to-toe with everything else on the menu — and win. A baked eggplant cutlet layered with house-whipped burrata, house-made marinara, shaved parmesan, a drizzle of house-infused Calabrian chile oil, peppery arugula, and a light crunch of toasted breadcrumbs. All on semolina bread we bake in-house and cold-proof for 24+ hours. It's got heat, richness, texture, and freshness in every bite — comfort food energy with a healthyish backbone.
The house-whipped burrata melts into the marinara the way great eggplant parm cheese should — light and fluffy, not rubbery. We layer the marinara and eggplant cutlets to order so they don’t get soggy. The toasted breadcrumbs add a subtle crunch that plays off the soft eggplant and springy bread. And the arugula cuts through the richness with a peppery bite that keeps you reaching for the next mouthful. But the Calabrian chile oil is what sets this apart at the end of the day. It brings a slow, smoky, fruity heat that builds through the sandwich without overwhelming the other flavors. It's the kind of vegetarian sandwich that meat-eaters order on purpose, not as a fallback.
Whether you're a committed vegetarian looking for something that actually excites you, a spice lover near Central Park or Gramercy who wants real Calabrian heat, or you just want an eggplant parm that blows all other eggplant parms out of the water — this is it. Order online for pickup or delivery at getsandwell.com/order.
“These sandwiches are next level. Have tried 4 or 5 different ones now and all of the sandwiches are top tier each time. The eggplant parm is my personal favorite.” - Tara M
“I’m basically thinking about the spicy eggplant parm every moment of every day. I’d eat this for my death row meal.” - Nolan H
“Really great sandwich! Tried the eggplant parm and couldn’t have been happier. Not too spicy for me.” - Andy R
“We love Sandwell. My husband thinks the eggplant sandwich is the best in the world.” - Precilla Z.
"A really fantastic eggplant parmesano hero!! super nice and helpful staff, really clean kitchen and very healthy food menu." - Val C.
"Menu caught my eye walking past, couldn't decide at first but settled on a spicy eggplant parm sandwich. Bread was fresh, plenty of eggplant, good amount of arugula. Would definitely go back, there were a few sandwiches I wanted to try. Great stuff guys!" - Jack C.
"Excellent service, fast and efficient - delicious food, spicy eggplant parm is my new go to lunch while working form home! Also like the mushroom cheesesteak. Must try" - Janet P.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Spicy Eggplant Parm
What's in Sandwell's Spicy Eggplant Parm? Sandwell's Spicy Eggplant Parm features a baked eggplant cutlet, house-whipped burrata, house-made marinara, parmesan, Calabrian chile oil, peppery arugula, and toasted breadcrumbs on house-baked semolina bread that's cold-proofed for 24+ hours.
Is Sandwell's Spicy Eggplant Parm vegetarian? Yes. The Spicy Eggplant Parm is fully vegetarian. It's not vegan — it includes house-whipped burrata and parmesan — but it's one of Sandwell's most popular meat-free options.
How spicy is Sandwell's Spicy Eggplant Parm? The heat comes from house-infused Calabrian chile oil, which brings a smoky, fruity warmth that builds gradually. It's flavorful and assertive but not punishing — the burrata and marinara balance the spice nicely. You can also order without the calabrian chile oil if you just want an awesome eggplant parm sandwich without the heat.
Where can I order Sandwell's Spicy Eggplant Parm in NYC? You can order the Spicy Eggplant Parm at either Sandwell location — 412 Amsterdam Avenue on the Upper West Side or 250 3rd Avenue in Gramercy. Order online for pickup or delivery at getsandwell.com/order.
Can I order Sandwell's Spicy Eggplant Parm for catering? Yes. The Spicy Eggplant Parm is available through Sandwell's catering menu as part of our sandwich box platters. Visit getsandwell.com/cateringdirect to place a catering order.
Sandwell serves up the best Vegetarian Spicy Eggplant Parm Sub in New York City
A local favorite near the Upper West Side, Central Park, American Museum of Natural History, Gramercy Park, Union Square, Madison Square Park, Stuyvesant Town, Peter Cooper Village, East Village, Murray Hill, Kips Bay, Flatiron, NoMad, Stuyvesant Square, Baruch College, Empire State Building, Bellevue, NYU Langone, and New York University. Popular with New Yorkers and international visitors alike — freshly made, satisfying, and rooted in New York food culture.