11 Sandwiches That Might Make You Move Across the Country

Some sandwiches are so good they spark road trips, cravings, and even relocation fantasies. Here are eleven regional icons worth traveling for; and maybe even moving for!

North Shore Beef

Thinly sliced roast beef on a soft roll, dunked in hot jus and slathered with sauce. Massachusetts’ answer to comfort food. Get this recipe and more

Cuban Sandwich

Florida’s pride: layers of roast pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard pressed to perfection. Crunchy, tangy, and full of flavor. Get this recipe and more

Italian Beef Sandwich

Chicago classic: beef soaked in jus, packed into a roll, topped with spicy giardiniera. Messy, savory, and addicting. Get this recipe and more

Muffuletta Sandwich

New Orleans staple: Italian meats, cheese, and briny olive salad on a round loaf. Huge, hearty, and iconic. Get this recipe and more

Beef on Weck

Buffalo’s own: roast beef, horseradish, and salty kummelweck roll, dipped in hot jus. Big flavor, big memories. Get this recipe and more

Banh Mi

Crisp baguette filled with pork, pickled vegetables, herbs, and spicy chilies. Vietnam by way of America’s cities. Get this recipe and more

Lobster Roll

New England staple: chilled lobster, lemon, and mayo in a buttered bun. A summer escape in every bite. Get this recipe and more

Pueblo Slopper

Cheeseburger buried in green chile sauce, served open-faced and demanding a fork. Colorado comfort with a kick. Get this recipe and more

Jucy Lucy

Minneapolis marvel: a burger with molten cheese hidden inside. Bite in and watch the cheese flow. Get this recipe and more

Shrimp Po Boy

Louisiana’s best: fried shrimp in a French roll with lettuce, tomato, and zippy sauce. Crunchy, tangy, and memorable. Get this recipe and more

Loose Meat Sandwich

Iowa’s original: seasoned ground beef loose on a bun, maybe with pickles and mustard. Simple but so, so good. Get this recipe and more