15 Sandwiches That Are Truly Iconic

Some sandwiches have reached near-mythical status, beloved for generations and known from coast to coast. Here are fifteen icons that represent the very best of American sandwich culture.

Jucy Lucy

Cheese-stuffed burger patty that gushes with every bite. Minneapolis’ original is pure molten magic.

Italian Beef Sandwich

Chicago legend: juicy, thin-sliced beef soaked in savory jus, tucked in a chewy roll and topped with spicy giardiniera. Juicy, spicy, and one bite tells you why it’s famous.

Primanti Brothers Sandwich

Pittsburgh’s claim to fame: stacked meat, French fries, coleslaw, and tomato between thick slices of bread. It’s a full meal in every bite.

Cuban Sandwich

Florida’s favorite: pressed Cuban bread filled with roast pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard. Crunchy, melty, and always on point.

Runza

Nebraska specialty: beef, cabbage, and onion baked inside soft bread. Warm, filling, and deeply comforting.

Muffuletta Sandwich

New Orleans legend: salami, ham, cheese, and olive salad in a massive sesame loaf. It’s big, briny, and bold.

Lobster Roll

Chilled lobster meat tossed with mayo, stuffed into a split-top bun. Every bite is New England summer on a roll.

French Dip Sandwich

Roast beef on crusty bread, with hot jus for dunking. Juicy, beefy, and timeless.

Hot Brown Sandwich

Louisville’s classic: open-faced turkey, cheese sauce, bacon, and tomato, broiled until bubbly. Decadent, rich, and pure comfort.

Patty Melt

Beef patty, Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, and rye bread griddled until crisp. A diner favorite from coast to coast.

Beef on Weck

Buffalo’s pride: juicy roast beef on a kummelweck roll with horseradish and hot jus. Salty, spicy, and unforgettable.

Fluffernutter Sandwich

Peanut butter and marshmallow fluff on white bread. A simple, sticky treat beloved for generations.

Fried Chicken Biscuit

Southern fried chicken sandwiched in a tender biscuit. Crispy, buttery, and always comforting.

Banh Mi

Vietnamese baguette bursting with pork, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs. Crunchy, vibrant, and full of flavor.

Pastrami Burger

Burger topped with hot pastrami and cheese. Salty, smoky, and a Utah original.