16 Top-notch Sandwiches to Try Across America
From spicy grinders to juicy pit beef, these sixteen sandwiches are the ones you’ll be talking about long after the last bite. They represent the country’s boldest regional favorites and offer something truly special for every kind of sandwich fanatic.
Olive Burger
This Michigan burger gets a bold, salty kick from a generous olive mayo topping. It’s offbeat, addictive, and pure Midwest genius. Get the Olive Burger recipe
Pit Beef
Maryland’s smoky, thin-sliced beef sandwich, topped with onions and horseradish, is legendary for a reason. Each bite brings charred edges, juicy meat, and bold flavor. Get the Pit Beef recipe
Horseshoe Sandwich
This open-faced Springfield classic starts with toast and a hamburger patty, then gets buried in fries and creamy cheese sauce. It’s over-the-top comfort food that’s worth every calorie. Get the Horseshoe Sandwich recipe
Detroit Coney Dog
A snap-cased dog under a mountain of chili, diced onions, and yellow mustard. The Detroit Coney Dog is messy, nostalgic, and absolutely necessary. Get the Detroit Coney Dog recipe
Chicago Dog
All-beef frank, poppy seed bun, and an avalanche of pickles, peppers, and more. Chicago’s signature dog brings the color and crunch in every bite. Get the Chicago Dog recipe
Seattle Dog
Cream cheese and caramelized onions on a smoky hot dog? Only in Seattle. This late-night favorite is a local rite of passage. Get the Seattle Dog recipe
Chicken Spiedie
Grilled marinated chicken cubes packed into soft bread—Binghamton’s iconic street food. Zesty and juicy, it’s as fun to eat as it is to say. Get the Chicken Spiedie recipe
North Shore Beef
Thin, rare roast beef drenched in James River BBQ sauce, melted American cheese, and mayo, all on a squishy roll. Massachusetts calls it the “three-way”; you’ll just call it delicious. Get the North Shore Beef recipe
Loose Meat Sandwich
Ground beef, no sauce, no frills—just pure savory goodness on a bun. Iowa’s loose meat sandwich is the original minimalism. Get the Loose Meat Sandwich recipe
Vermonter Sandwich
Turkey, cheddar, apples, and a swipe of maple mustard. Vermont’s favorite sandwich delivers sweet, sharp, and tangy notes in each bite. Get the Vermonter Sandwich recipe
Grinder Sandwich
Layered meats, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and oil and vinegar, all packed into a crusty roll. Connecticut’s grinder is the ultimate Italian sub. Get the Grinder Sandwich recipe
Tuna Melt
Gooey cheese and creamy tuna salad on crispy bread. The tuna melt is classic comfort that never goes out of style. Get the Tuna Melt recipe
Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
Tender chicken, crispy bacon, ranch, and melted cheese come together in mini sandwiches. Crowd-pleasers at every party, and totally irresistible. Get the Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders recipe
