16 Sandwiches Every Sandwich Lover Must Taste

If you call yourself a sandwich enthusiast, this is your checklist. From classic regional icons to wildcards you might have missed, each one brings something different to the table;textures, sauces, and fillings that keep America’s sandwich tradition alive and well.

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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Miami’s pressed sandwich brings roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard together on crusty Cuban bread. See how it’s done

Chicken Spiedie

A close-up of a Chicken Spiedie sandwich on a wooden surface, filled with grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato slices, onions, and banana peppers in a soft hoagie roll.
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Binghamton, NY’s iconic marinated chicken is skewered, grilled, and loaded into bread. Fire up the grill

Pueblo Slopper

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Pueblo, Colorado’s burger gets a makeover with a pour of fiery green chile and a generous layer of cheese, eaten with a fork and knife. Get messy

French Dip Sandwich

French Dip on a cutting board
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Thin-sliced beef and a side of warm au jus make this Los Angeles classic a must for anyone who loves savory, juicy bites. Try it yourself

Fullfernutter Sandwich

Hands holding a classic Fluffernutter sandwich made with thick slices of bread, filled with a creamy mixture of peanut butter and marshmallow fluff, seen from above on a wooden surface.
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Massachusetts knows sweet comfort;peanut butter and marshmallow fluff between soft white bread. Make your own

Bison Burger

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Lean, rich, and juicy;Wyoming’s bison burger brings the American West to your table. Taste the wild

Sailor Sandwich

A hand holds a hearty Sailor Sandwich with two thick slices of sausage, layers of corned beef, melted cheese, and mustard between toasted bread. A knife and wooden cutting board are visible in the background.
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Pastrami, grilled knockwurst, and melted Swiss on rye make Richmond’s sandwich a deli classic with a twist. Get the details

Hot Brown Sandwich

A cast iron skillet with three pieces of chicken hot brown, topped with melted cheese and bacon, sits on a white cloth on a wooden surface.
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Louisville’s open-faced masterpiece gets golden and bubbly with a blanket of Mornay sauce and crispy bacon. Try it tonight

Detroit Coney Dog

A person holds a chili dog topped with chopped onions and mustard—an Easy Detroit Coney Dog Recipe—while another chili dog and scattered onions rest on a wooden surface.
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Snappy beef hot dog, chili, onions, and yellow mustard;Detroit’s street food is in a class of its own. Make one now

Steak Bomb

Sliced smoked brisket sandwich with a charred edge, served alongside pickles, raw onion slices, two slices of white bread, and a small cup of barbecue sauce on a brown paper surface.
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New England’s hoagie gets loaded with shaved steak, sautéed onions, peppers, mushrooms, and melted cheese for an epic sub. Dig in

Liver Mush Sandwich

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North Carolina’s breakfast staple pairs crispy-fried livermush with white bread and sometimes a slather of mustard. Try a bite

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders

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Mini sandwiches loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch, and cheese, all baked until melty. Get the recipe

Beef on Weck

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Buffalo’s kummelweck roll with sliced roast beef and horseradish is an upstate legend. Learn more

Crab Melt

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Maryland’s open-faced melt combines sweet crab with gooey cheese and a touch of Old Bay. Try the classic

Bobbie Sandwich

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Delaware’s tribute to Thanksgiving layers turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and mayo. Taste the holiday

Brisket Sandwich

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Texas-style brisket is piled high on a bun with barbecue sauce, onions, and pickles. Make it yourself

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