13 Sandwiches Worth Traveling Across America For
From smoky meats to seafood and over-the-top creations, these sandwiches are so good, you’ll start plotting your road trip just to get a bite. Don’t worry—every mile is worth it.
Horseshoe Sandwich
Springfield, Illinois brings it big: Texas toast, a burger patty, golden fries, and loads of cheese sauce. Get the Horseshoe Sandwich recipe
North Shore Beef
Massachusetts roast beef, rare and thin-sliced, on a soft onion roll with melted american cheese, James River BBQ sauce, and mayo. Get the North Shore Beef recipe
Detroit Coney Dog
Chili-smothered hot dog with onions and mustard. The Motor City’s iconic street food. Get the Detroit Coney Dog recipe
Pork Roll Egg and Cheese
New Jersey’s breakfast champ: pork roll, fried egg, gooey cheese on a squishy roll. Get the Pork Roll Egg and Cheese recipe
Roast Pork Sandwich
Philadelphia’s other sandwich masterpiece. Juicy roast pork, sharp provolone, and garlicky broccoli rabe. Get the Roast Pork Sandwich recipe
Steak Bomb
New England’s answer to the cheesesteak: steak, onions, peppers, mushrooms, and melty cheese. Get the Steak Bomb recipe
Crab Cake Sandwich
Maryland’s crispy crab cake in a bun. Fresh, sweet, and pure East Coast. Get the Crab Cake Sandwich recipe
Beef on Weck
Buffalo’s rare roast beef, salty kummelweck roll, and sinus-clearing horseradish. Get the Beef on Weck recipe
Spicy Lamb Grinder
Idaho’s sub with seasoned lamb, crunchy veggies, and herby sauce. Get the Spicy Lamb Grinder recipe
Pueblo Slopper
Colorado’s fork-and-knife burger, swimming in green chile sauce. Messy, spicy, and impossible to forget. Get the Pueblo Slopper recipe
Bobbie Sandwich
Delaware’s claim to fame: roast turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and mayo on a hoagie. Thanksgiving, any time. Get the Bobbie Sandwich recipe
Brisket Sandwich
Texas-style brisket, smoky, juicy, and loaded onto a soft bun. Barbecue dreams come true. Get the Brisket Sandwich recipe
Patty Melt
Beef patty, Swiss, and grilled onions on crispy rye. The diner staple everyone deserves to try. Get the Patty Melt recipe
