Rocket Pig
(Now Closed)BBQ Joint$$$$
Chelsea, New York
The experts at Time Out New York and Village Voice recommend this place
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Alex RainertDecember 11, 2014They only make one sandwich but lucky for you it'll be one of the best you've ever had. Moist roast pork, caramelized onions, some kind of figgy jam & mayo on fresh cibatta. Get the original.
Pig sandwiches are fantastic. Probably one of the best I've eaten.. But the sides and soups I will give it a pass the next time..
Jonathan L.May 28, 2015The picnic box will leave you feeling satisfied. The pork is so tender and juicy. The red onion jam is a perfect, sweet compliment to the pork. Would highly recommend the visit here and I'll be back.
Ikai LanMay 4, 2013It's a very good sandwich, but I feel like the novelty wears off after the first half. Two people can split a Picnic Box ($20), which has chips, drink, PICKLES, cole slaw, dessert
Mike JonesAugust 24, 2012Great pork sandwiches and tasty beer selection. But do not be fooled by the "stay in" on website and sign in door. Unless of course you consider standing at a small, narrow counter "stay in"
To quote Susan Waldman "oh my goodness gracious!!!" This was totally delish! I think this is my new spot for once a week. It's all little pricey at $14, but the Rocket Pig sandwich is so tasty!
Time Out New YorkApril 11, 2013The signature sammie features 3-day-brined pork shoulder rubbed w/ a spice mix, then smoked & slow roasted & finished on a toasted ciabatta roll w/ red-onion jam, mustard aioli & a dash of hot sauce. Read more
Kirill FuchsOctober 14, 2016Probably one of the best lunch spots. Specially since you can grab it to go and head up to the highline.
AmateurConciergeDecember 5, 2014Can't think of a better pork sandwich. Every ingredient is meticulously selected and the ciabatta is the best you'll ever have. Oh and the pickle
The sandwich is incredibly flavorful. Definitely worth a try. The shorty looks small but usually enough for me.
QbertplayaSeptember 7, 2013Get the Pignic lunchbox and put some of that slaw on your sandwich for added crunch. Bring it over to the High Line and enjoy the view while eating a really excellent sandwich.- AmberMarch 17, 2016They only sell one sandwich for a reason. It's good. Only complaint is the price point - if it cost less this sandwich would be one of my all time favorites.
Danyel SmithMay 30, 2015so simple, so great. ciabatta = perfectly spongy chewy fresh. pork = juicy + aromatic. there's sweet onion jam (+ bright hot sauce on the side). stand outside and wolf it down. #yum
Village VoiceSeptember 17, 2012Once upon a time, in a red brick carriage house, there was a DAMN GOOD SANDWICH. Try the spice-rubbed pork on ciabatta smeared with mustard and red onion jam. #34 on our 100 Dishes to Eat Now.
Yann RainerMarch 21, 2016If ever in Chelsea, do yourself a favor and come here! Their standard sandwich is awesome! Totally worthy the stop and the money! The best sandwich I have ever had!
Jinnie LApril 16, 2015One of the best pork sandwiches in NY. brisket is pretty good too. Get pignic box, highly recommended :)- Thomas MoJune 29, 2014Sandwich is so good and the meat/sauce so flavorful it puts the Porchetta in East Village to shame. Expensive but good portion size
- Brian HerschaftJanuary 9, 2015Any place that can stay in business by offering one menu item needs no explanation. The Rocket Pig sandy is a very well assembled masterpiece.
Christopher FredaAugust 4, 2016The bomb pig sandwich, so good, highly recommended if you did the swine!
Global HighlanderOctober 18, 2017This tiny whole in the wall (well, it's practicing an alley) serves up a nice one sandwich.
Mary MApril 18, 2013Don't forget to smother your RP with Hot Sauce. Always a choice of beer or wine to down your senses (in-house or within the door imbibing only)- The Tastes that Make the CityJanuary 28, 2015The rocket pig sandwich is the best pork in NYC, making our list of "The Tastes That Make the City: NYC Edition." Read more
Amy ChinOctober 8, 2014pricey for a little sandwich -- but it's a very yummy lunch splurge. While you're flinging cash, get some bacon caramel candy too..
Mark DurneyOctober 29, 2012If you're going to buy a sandwich and a dessert then just buy a box because it includes dessert, a pickle, chips, soda, and slaw for nearly the same price!
Vladimiro MazzottiOctober 31, 2015This pork sandwich is simply amazing, grab your box and just go on a bench on the High Line and enjoy
Mark FallowsJune 1, 2013Great wee garden after a walk along the high line. Or before. Good service. Barely buzzed cheese is great.
Hidden gem behind Trestle on Tenth it easily has the best sandwich around. Only one sandwich on the menu buy that's all you need
Ariadna GranéMarch 30, 2015rocket pig sandwich with onion delicious!! good to take one and eat it sitting along the high line!
The prices are a little high but my lord, the main pork sandwich w/ red-onion jam is delicious.
Elizabeth WongOctober 17, 2012Try these chocolate mousse cookies covered in crushed hazelnuts. Freaking delicious.
Jonathan Libov August 16, 2015Everything it's cracked up to be. But the picnic lunch is really for two people.
Rebecca MazzaJuly 1, 2016The sandwich is very messy and does not travel well. The shorty is more than enough for lunch
Tim SheyApril 22, 2013Go for the picnic box, it's a good deal if you have someone to share everything with.
SELENAApril 4, 2015sammich is great but skip the "coleslaw," what the rest of us call "pickled cabbage."
Really delicious, greasy pork sandwiches. A tad pricey.
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