Unforgettable Sandwiches for the Bold and Brave

For the sandwich fan who’s tried it all, these are the creations that’ll keep you guessing and coming back for more. From wild combinations to spicy twists, this list is for the adventurous eater who lives for the next bite.

Sonoran hot dog

A top view photo of sonoran dogs waiting to be eaten.
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Bacon-wrapped hot dog tucked into a bolillo roll, topped with pinto beans, onions, tomato, mayo, and jalapeño sauce. Arizona’s wildest street food will surprise you every time.

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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Golden-brown Maryland crab cake on a soft roll with lettuce, tomato, and a squeeze of lemon. It’s bold, briny, and absolutely packed with personality.

Runza

A white bowl filled with freshly baked golden brown runza bread rolls sits on a white cloth on a dark wooden table.
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From Nebraska, this stuffed bread pocket hides savory beef and cabbage inside pillowy dough. It’s hearty, surprising, and has a cult following for good reason.

Pepperoni rolls

pepperoni rolls
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West Virginia’s go-to snack is portable and packed with spicy, cheesy goodness. You’ll want these in your lunchbox every week.

Liver mush sandwich

A hand holds half of a livermush sandwich with two beef patties and a bun, showing the cross-section. The other sandwich half and a large knife rest on a wooden cutting board in the background.
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It’s a Carolina breakfast legend: crispy-fried liver mush, slathered with mustard on white bread. Don’t knock it till you try it—this one’s an original.

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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This Minnesota invention stuffs a burger patty with molten cheese, so when you take a bite, the center explodes with cheesy goodness. Wear a bib and enjoy the show.

Fried bologna sandwich

Fried Bologna Sandwich
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Thick slices of bologna, pan-fried until golden, then sandwiched with cheese and mustard. It’s retro, salty, and way more fun than it sounds.

Loose meat sandwich

loose meat sandwich
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This Iowa specialty is all about the beef: crumbly, seasoned, and spooned onto a soft bun with pickles and onions. It’s not a burger, and it doesn’t care.

Albuquerque turkey sandwich

A close-up of an Albuquerque Turkey Sandwich with sliced turkey, melted cheese, avocado, roasted green chilies, and tomato on whole grain bread, resting on a wooden surface.
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Turkey, melted cheese, and roasted green chiles are loaded into a fresh roll. Each bite is a blast of Southwest flavor and heat.

Hot brown sandwich

Three pieces of chicken breast in a cast iron skillet, inspired by the classic hot brown, topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh tomato slices, with bubbling cheese around the edges.
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Open-faced turkey sandwich smothered in Mornay sauce, broiled until golden, and topped with bacon and tomato. It’s rich, decadent, and totally unforgettable.

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