10 Sandwiches Everyone Should Know and Love

If there’s a sandwich hall of fame, these 10 are first-ballot legends. Simple, bold, and time-tested; they’re the ones you’ll crave forever.

Patty Melt

Griddled beef, onions, Swiss cheese, rye bread; every bite is classic diner comfort. Get the Patty Melt recipe

Chicago Dog

Beef hot dog loaded with neon relish, sport peppers, onions, and tomato, all in a poppy seed bun. Never ketchup. Get the Chicago Dog recipe

Cuban Sandwich

Pressed Cuban bread stuffed with roast pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, and yellow mustard. Miami in sandwich form. Get the Cuban Sandwich recipe

Fish Fry Sandwich

Flaky fried fish fillet, soft bun, and tangy tartar. Wisconsin’s Friday night tradition. Get the Fish Fry Sandwich recipe

Muffuletta Sandwich

Sesame loaf, olive salad, cold cuts, and provolone; New Orleans’ best invention for sandwich lovers. Get the Muffuletta Sandwich recipe

Pit Beef

Baltimore’s charcoal-grilled beef, sliced thin and piled high. Add horseradish if you like it bold. Get the Pit Beef recipe

French Dip Sandwich

Roast beef, baguette, and a cup of hot jus for dunking. Pure comfort from Los Angeles. Get the French Dip Sandwich recipe

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

Spicy fried chicken, pickles, and soft bread; a Nashville original that’ll make your eyes water in the best way. Get the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich recipe

Bobbie Sandwich

Delaware’s claim to fame; turkey, cranberry, stuffing, and mayo, Thanksgiving on a hoagie. Get the Bobbie Sandwich recipe

Crab Cake Sandwich

Jumbo lump crab, lettuce, tomato, and a squirt of lemon on a bun. Maryland in every bite. Get the Crab Cake Sandwich recipe