14 Sandwiches So Delicious, You’ll Plan Vacations Around Them

If your dream trip revolves around eating, these 14 destination-worthy sandwiches deserve to be at the top of your itinerary. Each one has inspired countless food pilgrimages, and for good reason.

Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich

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Crispy fried steak and creamy gravy on a bun;this Texas legend is pure road trip fuel. Get it on your next adventure

French Dip Sandwich

French Dip on a cutting board
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Juicy roast beef, crusty bread, and a cup of savory au jus. Dip away

Burnt Ends Sandwich

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Smoky, saucy barbecue burnt ends, piled high on a bun in Kansas City. Taste barbecue heaven

Brisket Sandwich

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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Texas brisket, slow-smoked to tender perfection, on a soft bun. Hit the road to Texas

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 turkey-and-bacon melt is broiled until golden. Visit Kentucky for this one

Muffuletta Sandwich

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New Orleans’ round sesame loaf layered with olive salad, cold cuts, and cheese. Plan a trip to the Big Easy

Roast Pork Sandwich

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Philly’s roast pork with sharp provolone and broccoli rabe;worth the detour. East Coast essential

Polish Boy

A close-up of a hot dog in a bun topped with coleslaw, French fries, and drizzled with barbecue sauce—a classic worth adding to any list of 13 Working-Class Sandwiches That Don’t Mess Around, with extra fries scattered on the brown surface nearby.
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Cleveland’s kielbasa with fries, slaw, and BBQ sauce is a true Midwestern experience. Go to Ohio for this

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders

Nine Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders on a baking sheet, with one slider separated from the group. The buns are golden brown and slightly shiny, with savory filling visible around the edges.
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Mini sandwiches packed with chicken, bacon, and ranch;perfect for picnics or parties anywhere. Everyone wants more

Crab Melt

A close-up of a steamed burger with lettuce, tomato, onion, melted cheese, and a beef patty on a bun, placed on a wooden surface.
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Maryland’s crab and cheese combo, broiled until bubbly on bread, is a coastal treat. Make it a Maryland stop

Pastrami Burger

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Utah’s pastrami burger is a westward road trip staple. Don’t skip Salt Lake City

Fish Fry Sandwich

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Wisconsin’s deep-fried fish sandwich is crispy, creamy, and essential for Friday nights. Go north for the classic

Lobster Roll

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Maine’s sweet lobster, light mayo, and buttery roll;it’s why people travel to the coast. Add Maine to your list

Steamed Burger

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Connecticut’s steamed cheeseburger is gooey, juicy, and unforgettable. Go find one

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