10 Awe-inspiring Sandwiches Worthy of a Detour

If your road trip plans ever need a pit stop, make sure it’s for one of these. Each sandwich is a destination all by itself; guaranteed to make the detour worth every extra mile.

Horseshoe Sandwich

A cheese-smothered mountain of toast, meat, and fries. Springfield’s best is practically a dare to finish. Get the Horseshoe Sandwich recipe

Pit Beef

Baltimore’s pit beef has a cult following for good reason. Charred edges, juicy beef, and that spicy kick make it totally detour-worthy. Get the Pit Beef recipe

Detroit Coney Dog

Detroit’s Coney Dog is messy, spicy, and everything you want in a road food legend. Bring extra napkins. Get the Detroit Coney Dog recipe

Chicago Dog

Piled with veggies and that iconic neon relish, the Chicago Dog makes any detour taste like a mini vacation. Get the Chicago Dog recipe

Seattle Dog

Cream cheese, onions, and a grilled dog hit all the right notes. Only in Seattle, and totally worth the side trip. Get the Seattle Dog recipe

Chicken Spiedie

Juicy, marinated chicken on pillowy bread. The Spiedie alone could convince you to move to upstate New York. Get the Chicken Spiedie recipe

North Shore Beef

Rare roast beef, cheese, and sauce on an onion roll. The North Shore’s finest is a trip you’ll want to make again and again. Get the North Shore Beef recipe

Loose Meat Sandwich

Simple but legendary, this Iowa favorite is the reason people take the long way home. Get the Loose Meat Sandwich recipe

Vermonter Sandwich

Cheddar, turkey, apples, and maple mustard; Vermont’s greatest hits in every bite. Detour-worthy, every time. Get the Vermonter Sandwich recipe

Roast Pork Sandwich

Sharp provolone, garlicky pork, and bitter greens. If you’re in Philly, skip the cheesesteak detour and go for this instead. Get the Roast Pork Sandwich recipe

Sonoran Hot Dog

Bacon, beans, salsas, and so much more; Tucson’s Sonoran Hot Dog is a flavor-packed reason to take the scenic route. Get the Sonoran Hot Dog recipe