12 Explosive American Sandwiches Worth Traveling For
If you’re planning a food road trip, these 12 sandwiches pack explosive American flavor and are worth the detour. They’re bold, inventive, and unforgettable;get your hands on them at least once.
Shrimp Po Boy
Louisiana’s shrimp po boy combines fried shrimp, shredded lettuce, tomato, and creamy sauce on a crusty roll. Messy? Absolutely. Worth every bite? You bet. Order a Shrimp Po Boy
Polish Boy
Cleveland’s Polish Boy is stuffed with kielbasa, fries, slaw, and BBQ sauce, all crammed into a bun. It’s smoky, tangy, and a real two-hander. Order Polish Boy
Beef on Weck
Buffalo’s beef on weck is rare roast beef on a kummelweck roll, topped with horseradish. It’s spicy, juicy, and totally unique. Try Beef on Weck
Patty Melt
This diner classic is a burger patty, grilled onions, and cheese sandwiched between rye. It’s comfort food that never goes out of style. Get a Patty Melt
Fried Chicken Biscuit
Southern fried chicken sandwiched in a fluffy biscuit hits every note: crisp, buttery, and oh-so-satisfying. It’s breakfast, lunch, or anytime food. Try Fried Chicken Biscuit
Muffuletta Sandwich
Cured meats, provolone, and olive salad fill a massive loaf in New Orleans’ muffuletta. This one is made for sharing;if you’re feeling generous. Get Muffuletta Sandwich
Fluffernutter Sandwich
Massachusetts brings the sweet nostalgia with peanut butter and marshmallow fluff on white bread. It’s a childhood favorite with universal appeal. Order Fluffernutter Sandwich
Sonoran Hot Dog
Wrap a hot dog in bacon, add beans, onions, tomatoes, and drizzle with sauce for a Tucson original. It’s a wild ride of toppings, and every bite is a party. Try Sonoran Hot Dog
Italian Beef Sandwich
Chicago’s Italian beef is slow-roasted, thin-sliced, and dipped in au jus before being loaded into a roll with spicy giardiniera. It’s juicy, spicy, and deserves a stack of napkins. Get Italian Beef Sandwich
Cuban Sandwich
The Miami Cuban is pressed with roast pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard on crispy bread. It’s tangy, melty, and impossible to forget. Order Cuban Sandwich
Runza
Nebraska’s runza delivers ground beef, cabbage, and spices tucked inside golden bread. It’s hearty, portable, and perfect for a winter day. Get Runza Sandwich