11 Sandwiches Worthy of a Road Trip

Why not plan your next getaway around food? These 11 sandwiches are so good, you’ll want to get behind the wheel just to track them down. Each bite is a little slice of Americana you won’t soon forget.

Olive Burger

An Olive Burger featuring a juicy beef patty and grapes covered in white sauce is served on a wooden cutting board. A hand rests behind the burger, with extra grapes scattered nearby for a unique twist.
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This Michigan favorite is topped with a creamy green olive sauce that takes it to the next level. Find out why locals love it

Chicago Dog

A hand sprinkles seasoning onto two Chicago-Style Hot Dogs topped with sliced tomatoes, pickles, and peppers on a white plate. A cutting board with tomatoes is visible in the background.
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All-beef dog on a poppy seed bun, piled with mustard, onion, relish, tomato, pickle, sport peppers, and celery salt. See what all the fuss is about

French Dip Sandwich

French Dip on a cutting board
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Roast beef on a French roll, with a side of rich au jus for dipping. Make it at home

Lobster Roll

Two lobster rolls filled with creamy lobster salad sit on a wooden cutting board next to a pile of potato chips, making this classic lobster roll meal perfect for seafood lovers.
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Maine’s sweet lobster, a touch of mayo, and a butter-toasted bun. Get the recipe

Grinder Sandwich

grinder sandwich
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Connecticut’s Italian sub;loaded with meats, cheese, and veggies. See how to stack it

Muffuletta Sandwich

muffuletta
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New Orleans’ meaty, olive-y giant feeds a crowd or one hungry traveler. Get a taste of NOLA

Patty Melt

patty melt
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Seared burger, griddled onions, and melty cheese on rye;pure diner magic. See how to make it

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

nashville hot chicken
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Fiery fried chicken piled on a bun with pickles and slaw. Taste the heat

Banh Mi

A close-up of a banh mi sandwich on a wooden board, packed with grilled meat, cilantro, sliced cucumber, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs layered inside a crispy banh mi baguette.
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Vietnamese sandwich with pork, pickled veggies, herbs, and spicy mayo on a crackly baguette. See why it’s a legend

Primanti Brothers Sandwich

pastrami burger
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Pittsburgh’s everything-in-one classic with fries and slaw on the sandwich. Learn the story

Pastrami Burger

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Utah’s take: a burger patty, stacked with sliced pastrami, cheese, and sauce. Check out the method

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