16 Sandwiches You’ll Plan Your Next Trip Around
Dreaming of a getaway? Let your stomach call the shots. These 16 sandwiches are so iconic, you’ll want to map out your route with snacks in mind. Each one is a destination in itself—bring napkins and an appetite.
Pueblo Slopper
A cheeseburger drowned in green chile and onions, this Colorado legend is more of a fork-and-knife affair. Messy, spicy, and completely worth the detour. Get the Pueblo Slopper recipe
Lobster Roll
Maine’s signature: sweet, chilled lobster meat tossed in mayo and stuffed into a butter-toasted roll. As fresh as a sea breeze. Get the Lobster Roll recipe
Detroit Coney Dog
Snappy hot dog topped with meaty chili, mustard, and chopped onions. Detroit’s take is street food perfection. Get the Detroit Coney Dog recipe
Bobbie Sandwich
Delaware’s famous post-Thanksgiving treat: turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and mayo on a sub roll. Get the Bobbie Sandwich recipe
Crab Melt
Maryland’s seafood specialty—crab salad and melted cheese atop toasted bread, broiled until golden. Get the Crab Melt recipe
Grinder Sandwich
Connecticut’s Italian classic, packed with meats, cheese, and crisp veggies. Every bite is hearty and bold. Get the Grinder Sandwich recipe
Roast Pork Sandwich
Philadelphia’s other claim to fame—slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone, and garlicky greens, all on a chewy roll. Get the Roast Pork Sandwich recipe
Chicago Dog
This Windy City legend comes fully loaded with relish, onion, tomato, pickle, sport peppers, mustard, and celery salt. Don’t even think about ketchup. Get the Chicago Dog recipe
Hot Brown Sandwich
Louisville’s original: turkey, bacon, and tomato on toast, covered with creamy Mornay sauce and broiled. Get the Hot Brown Sandwich recipe
Pastrami Burger
Utah’s own—juicy beef burger with a heap of smoky pastrami and melted cheese. Get the Pastrami Burger recipe
Banh Mi
Vietnam’s greatest gift to the sandwich world—pickled veggies, savory meat, and fresh herbs in a crisp baguette. Get the Banh Mi recipe
Jucy Lucy
Minnesota’s molten cheese–filled burger. Take a bite and brace for the cheese volcano. Get the Jucy Lucy recipe
Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Indiana’s giant: crispy pork tenderloin, bigger than the bun, with pickles and mustard. Get the Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich recipe
Albuquerque Turkey Sandwich
Smoked turkey, roasted green chiles, bacon, and cheddar on toasted bread. A New Mexico masterpiece. Get the Albuquerque Turkey Sandwich recipe
Burnt Ends Sandwich
Kansas City’s crown jewel—charred beef brisket tips drenched in barbecue sauce, piled high on a soft bun. Get the Burnt Ends Sandwich recipe
Beef on Weck
Buffalo’s favorite: rare roast beef, sea salt, and caraway on a kummelweck roll, with plenty of horseradish. Get the Beef on Weck recipe
