About the Jamón y Queso
When you don’t want to overthink lunch, the Jamón y Queso is what you order. Sliced ham, cheese, and Italian bread get pressed warm. Add lettuce and tomato if you want — the kitchen will. It comes in at $7.75, the most affordable sandwich on the menu.
It’s also a popular kids’ order and a reliable midday snack for office runs.
What's in it
- Ham · Jamón
- Cheese · Queso
- Italian bread
Origin & story
Jamón y queso is the universal Caribbean sandwich — a default offering at every panadería and sandwichera across Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba. The version varies by bread: Italian bread in PR, Cuban bread in Miami, pan dominicano in DR. El Punto serves the Boricua version on warm Italian bread.
Jamón y Queso questions.
Is the Jamón y Queso pressed?
Yes — pressed on the flat-top griddle until warm and toasted, with the cheese just starting to melt.
What kind of cheese is on the Jamón y Queso?
American slice cheese is the default. Ask for Swiss or pepper jack if you prefer.
