10 Sandwiches That Are Absolutely Iconic
These are the sandwiches everyone needs to try at least once. From coast to coast, they’ve shaped menus, inspired rivalries, and become bucket-list meals for anyone who loves bold fillings and classic combos. Ready for the all-stars?
North Shore Beef
Rare roast beef piled onto a soft onion roll, topped with James River BBQ sauce, cheese, and mayo. Massachusetts’ North Shore classic is messy, beefy, and one-of-a-kind. Get the recipe
Pit Beef
Baltimore’s pit beef is all about smoky, charred beef sliced thin, piled high on a fresh roll, and finished with onion and horseradish. It’s meaty, juicy, and made for carnivores. Get the Pit Beef recipe
Detroit Coney Dog
Steamed bun, snappy hot dog, beefy chili, diced onions, and yellow mustard. Detroit’s Coney Dog is street food royalty and the ultimate late-night snack. Get the Coney recipe
Chicago Dog
Poppy seed bun, all-beef dog, neon relish, sport peppers, and a garden of toppings. The Chicago Dog packs a punch and makes ketchup strictly forbidden. Try a real Chicago Dog
Cuban Sandwich
Pressed Cuban bread, roast pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard. Miami’s signature sandwich is melty, crunchy, and impossible to forget. Make a Cubano
Fish Fry Sandwich
Crispy, golden fish fillet in a bun, loaded with lettuce and tartar. A Wisconsin Friday staple, and proof that simple can be perfect. Get the Fish Fry recipe
Fried Chicken Biscuit
Buttermilk biscuit, crispy fried chicken, and a drizzle of honey or hot sauce. This Southern favorite delivers crunch, comfort, and pure joy in every bite. Try the chicken biscuit
Beef on Weck
Buffalo’s specialty: juicy roast beef on a kummelweck roll, topped with horseradish and a sprinkle of salt and caraway. Salty, spicy, and always satisfying. Get the Beef on Weck
Steak Bomb
Loaded with shaved steak, sautéed peppers and onions, and gooey provolone. The Steak Bomb is New England’s answer to the Philly cheesesteak. Make your own Steak Bomb
Crab Cake Sandwich
Jumbo lump crab, lightly fried and loaded on a soft bun with lettuce and tartar. Maryland’s iconic sandwich will turn you into a seafood believer. Get the crab cake recipe
