13 Sandwiches So Good They Should Be Mandatory

If there were a law mandating great taste, these 13 would be required eating. Each sandwich here earns a spot on every food lover’s bucket list;no excuses, no substitutions.

Detroit Coney Dog

Beefy hot dog, chili, diced onions, and yellow mustard, all in a soft steamed bun. Detroit’s late-night essential, day or night. Try the Coney

Pork Roll, Egg & Cheese

New Jersey’s star: salty pork roll, fried egg, and melted cheese, all on a squishy roll. Breakfast heroes start here. Get Pork Roll & Egg

Beef on Weck

Buffalo’s best: rare roast beef, spicy horseradish, and a caraway-studded roll. Juicy, salty, and absolutely unique. Try Beef on Weck

Hot Brown Sandwich

Louisville, Kentucky’s open-faced legend;turkey, bacon, tomatoes, and cheesy Mornay sauce, all broiled to bubbly. Make a Hot Brown

Patty Melt

Beef, caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, and rye, griddled together to crispy, gooey perfection. Get the Patty Melt

Runza

Nebraska’s comfort pocket: soft bread stuffed with seasoned beef, onions, and cabbage. Hot, hearty, and portable. Try a Runza

Loose Meat Sandwich

Iowa’s answer to the sloppy joe: crumbly, seasoned ground beef, pickles, and mustard on a bun. Try Loose Meat

French Dip Sandwich

California classic;roast beef on baguette, dipped in savory jus. It’s the ultimate hot sandwich experience. Try French Dip

Shrimp Po Boy

New Orleans magic: crispy shrimp, lettuce, tomato, and remoulade on crusty French bread. Get the Po Boy

Turkey Reuben

Turkey, sauerkraut, Swiss, and Russian dressing, all grilled on rye. A lighter, equally craveable twist. Try Turkey Reuben

Muffuletta Sandwich

New Orleans favorite;giant round loaf loaded with cured meats, cheese, and olive salad. Get Muffuletta

Fish Fry Sandwich

Wisconsin’s pride: crispy fried fish, soft bun, and tartar sauce. Try Fish Fry

Steamed Burger

Connecticut’s juiciest: burger steamed to perfection, smothered with melty cheese. Try Steamed Burger