12 Sandwiches That Should Win a Sandwich Oscar

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These twelve sandwiches are so impressive, they deserve a golden trophy. Creative, memorable, and packed with show-stopping flavors, every one is an award-winner in its own way.

Lobster Roll

Two lobster rolls filled with creamy lobster salad sit on a wooden cutting board next to a pile of potato chips, making this classic lobster roll meal perfect for seafood lovers.
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Every bite brings sweet lobster, a little mayo, and buttery bread together in perfect harmony. The true star of East Coast summer.

Muffuletta Sandwich

muffuletta
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New Orleans’ huge sesame loaf packed with Italian meats, cheese, and olive salad. It’s bold, briny, and unforgettable—Oscar-worthy in every way.

Banh Mi

A close-up of a banh mi sandwich on a wooden board, packed with grilled meat, cilantro, sliced cucumber, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs layered inside a crispy banh mi baguette.
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Crusty French baguette, pork, pickled veggies, herbs, and heat. Every bite delivers a scene-stealing crunch and flavor combo.

Patty Melt

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Griddled rye, juicy beef, melted cheese, and onions. A diner classic that always brings applause at first bite.

French Dip Sandwich

French Dip on a cutting board
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Roast beef on a roll, hot au jus on the side. Simple, savory, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Primanti Brothers Sandwich

A Primanti Brothers Sandwich on thick white bread is filled with tomato slices, coleslaw, French fries, melted cheese, and grilled meat, all stacked high on a wooden cutting board.
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Fries, slaw, and meat between thick bread. Pittsburgh’s one-of-a-kind creation is always award-worthy in our book.

Cuban Sandwich

A close-up of two hands holding a halved Cubano, showing layers of roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard between toasted bread.
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Pressed Cuban bread, pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard. Tangy, toasty, and totally satisfying every single time.

Jucy Lucy

A person holds a Juicy Lucy Burger cut in half, revealing melted cheese, lettuce, pickles, tomato, and ground beef between two golden buns. The filling is juicy and layered with fresh vegetables.
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Burger patty with molten cheese inside. It’s an Oscar winner for most dramatic cheese pull.

Crab Cake Sandwich

A close-up of a crab cake sandwich with a golden brown bun, leafy lettuce, sliced green pepper, and a thick, seasoned patty on a wooden surface.
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Maryland’s crab cake on a bun with lettuce and tartar sauce. A taste of the Chesapeake, always in the spotlight.

Bison Burger

A plate featuring a classic hot beef sandwich: two slices of bread piled with shredded roast beef and brown gravy, served with a scoop of mashed potatoes smothered in rich gravy.
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Lean, flavorful bison patty, sharp cheese, and a toasted bun. A meaty masterpiece you won’t forget.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders

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Crispy chicken, bacon, creamy ranch, and pillowy rolls. Bite-sized but huge in personality.

Hot Beef Sandwich

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Roast beef and mashed potatoes on bread, smothered in gravy. Every forkful feels like a standing ovation.

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