12 Ridiculous Sandwiches America Should Celebrate

These twelve over-the-top sandwiches are proof that America never settles for ordinary. If you love wild combinations, giant portions, and creative builds, this is your list. Bring your appetite; and a sense of adventure.

Olive Burger

Michigan’s briny, creamy, olive-topped burger is pure genius. Weird, yes. Ridiculous, absolutely. Get the Olive Burger recipe

Loose Meat Sandwich

No sauce, just seasoned beef. It’s crumbly, meaty, and a proud Iowa staple. Simplicity goes big here. Get the Loose Meat Sandwich recipe

Vermonter Sandwich

Turkey, cheddar, apples, and maple mustard; Vermont’s calling card. Sweet, sharp, and sandwich bliss. Get the Vermonter Sandwich recipe

Roast Pork Sandwich

Philly’s other legend, loaded with garlicky pork, provolone, and bitter broccoli rabe. It’s ridiculous; in the best way. Get the Roast Pork Sandwich recipe

Sonoran Hot Dog

Bacon-wrapped, topped with beans, salsa, onions, and more. Arizona’s Sonoran hot dog is as wild as it sounds. Get the Sonoran Hot Dog recipe

Pit Beef

Pit beef is smoky, beefy, and sliced so thin it almost melts. Baltimore’s sandwich legend is always served with onions and horseradish, and it’s never subtle. Get the Pit Beef recipe

Horseshoe Sandwich

It’s a burger on Texas toast, doused in fries and smothered with cheese sauce. The Horseshoe Sandwich isn’t just a meal; it’s an edible dare. Get the Horseshoe Sandwich recipe

Detroit Coney Dog

Chili, onions, mustard, and a snappy dog; it’s classic Detroit chaos in every bun. You’ll want two, minimum. Get the Detroit Coney Dog recipe

Chicago Dog

Piled high with every topping in the book, this is Chicago’s edible rainbow. The crunch, the color, the pickle; nothing is boring here. Get the Chicago Dog recipe

Seattle Dog

Who thought to slather cream cheese on a dog and call it a night? Seattle did. And now it’s a cult classic. Get the Seattle Dog recipe

Chicken Spiedie

Grilled, marinated chicken in Italian bread, tangy and bright. The spiedie proves simple can still be wild. Get the Chicken Spiedie recipe

North Shore Beef

It’s rare beef, cheese, mayo, and sauce; stacked so high you’ll need to unhinge your jaw. Massachusetts made it, you’ll crave it. Get the North Shore Beef recipe