About this dish
The Original Cheesecake sits in the Desserts section of the The Cheesecake Factory menu. Sour cream-topped cheesecake on a graham crust — the recipe Cheesecake Factory has served since 1978.
At $9.95, this dish lands above the desserts average across the chains MenuDive tracks. It is also flagged as a brand callout: Original since 1978. For most diners, the plate is sized to be eaten as a single entree, though many of the heavier appetizers and shareables are designed to feed two.
The Cheesecake Factory is a american / global chain founded in 1978 and currently operates more than 300 worldwide. The kitchen runs on Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Fri-Sat 11:00 AM - 12:30 AM, Sun 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM, though specific hours can vary by store.
Nutrition snapshot
Per serving as listed on the chain's printed menu reference. Sodium and fat content are typical of casual-dining chain pricing — if you are watching either, look for the SkinnyLicious-style or under-600-calorie tagged dishes on the parent restaurant page.
How it fits the rest of the menu
If you are building a meal around this dish at The Cheesecake Factory, pair it with a starter from the appetizer section and finish with one of the desserts the chain is known for. The full The Cheesecake Factory menu includes side options that can balance the plate — lighter sides like steamed vegetables or a side salad will offset a calorie-dense entree, while loaded sides typically push the meal over the 1500-calorie line.
For diners comparing across chains, the Desserts category page shows how this dish stacks up against direct competitors on price and calories.
Related items at The Cheesecake Factory
- Godiva Chocolate Cheesecake — $10.95, 950 cal
- Adam's Peanut Butter Cup Fudge Ripple — $10.95, 1290 cal
- Strawberry Cheesecake — $10.95, 850 cal
- 30th Anniversary Chocolate Cake Cheesecake — $10.95, 1130 cal