An acclaimed Miami Beach chef has quietly stepped out of the white-tablecloth world to open a tiny sandwich window that already has locals talking. Cheesesteak For Sale, on Washington Avenue in South Beach, runs a tightly focused counter that serves just two sandwiches. Chef Pawan Pinisetti and partners, including local hospitality figure Jeff Lagowitz, are behind the project, pairing fine-dining technique with a late-night, walk-up service model.
From Fine Dining To A Late-Night Counter
Chef Pawan Pinisetti is best known for Sérêvène, the French-Japanese restaurant housed in the Hotel Greystone. According to Sérêvène, Pinisetti oversees the hotel's dining program and runs a menu that emphasizes modern French and Japanese techniques.
Two-Sandwich Menu, Zero Filler
The menu at Cheesesteak For Sale is intentionally compact: Toast lists a Wagyu Cheesesteak and a Porchetta sandwich, both priced at $23, plus a short selection of drinks. Hours run late into the night, making the spot a convenient post-bar bite for South Beach visitors and locals alike.
Gourmet Touches: Wagyu, Custom Cheese Blend And Hand-Baked Bread
Instead of the classic thin-shaved ribeye, the shop’s cheesesteak is built with American Wagyu and a custom blend of Cooper Sharp and provolone for melt and umami, according to Miami New Times. The outlet reports that the roll is artisanal, hand-rolled and baked on a stone deck, a detail partners say is essential to the sandwich. As partner Jeff Lagowitz told the paper, "they need to know it is something special."
Late-Night Buzz And Local Reaction
Early reviews have been curious and cautiously optimistic. The Infatuation called the compact menu serviceable for a cheesesteak craving while noting room for tweaks. The shop is also active on delivery platforms, and it is listed for pickup and delivery on Grubhub, which has helped spread its reach beyond the Washington Avenue window.
What To Expect
Expect limited customization, steady late-night lines and occasional off-menu "Chef's Reserve" bites when Pinisetti is on shift, a perk the partners highlight in interviews. Miami New Times frames the project as filling a gap in Miami Beach: a dedicated cheesesteak spot with a chef's touch. For hours, menu details and ordering information, see Cheesesteak For Sale.
