16 Sandwiches Worth Every Penny and Every Mile

ByJD Alewine Published On Updated on

When a sandwich is so good, people travel (and pay!) for it, you know it’s special. Here are 16 you’ll never regret ordering, even if it means taking a detour.

Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich

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Crispy fried steak, country gravy, and a soft bun make this Texas legend worth a cross-state drive. Get the recipe

Sonoran Hot Dog

Sonoran dogs sitting on a cutting board, waiting to be eaten.
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Bacon-wrapped hot dog with beans, onions, and salsas;a Tucson original and a must-have. Get the recipe

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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Pittsburgh’s signature: fries, slaw, and deli meats all on thick Italian bread. Get the recipe

Kalua Pork Sandwich

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Hawaiian-style slow-cooked pork, smoky and juicy, on a pillowy bun. Get the recipe

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 hot dog, spicy chili, mustard, and onions;a Detroit original, best with a side of nostalgia. Get the recipe

Turkey Reuben

A close-up of a Turkey Reuben toasted sandwich with melted cheese and sliced turkey on golden brown bread, resting on a wooden surface.
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Lean turkey, melty Swiss, tangy kraut, and Russian dressing;lighter, but big on comfort. Get the recipe

Horseshoe Sandwich

Crinkle-cut French fries and a burger patty on a plate, topped with a generous drizzle of creamy yellow cheese sauce being poured from above—just like in a classic Horseshoe Sandwich Recipe.
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Springfield, Illinois’ open-faced stack with burger patties, fries, and cheese sauce. Get the recipe

Loose Meat Sandwich

A Loose Meat Sandwich with toasted bread, ground beef, chopped onions, mustard, mayonnaise, and pickles sits on a wooden board beside a pile of diced raw onions.
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Savory, crumbly beef in a soft bun;simple but magical, and pure Iowa. Get the recipe

Pepperoni Rolls

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West Virginia’s on-the-go classic: bread stuffed with spicy pepperoni sticks. Get the recipe

Patty Melt

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Beef, cheese, and caramelized onions, all grilled on rye. A diner staple for good reason. Get the recipe

Cudighi Sandwich

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Upper Peninsula, Michigan’s spicy sausage sub with zesty toppings. Get the recipe

Bobbie Sandwich

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Delaware’s holiday classic: turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce on a sub roll. Get the recipe

Hot Beef Sandwich

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Minnesota’s comfort food;tender beef, gravy, and mashed potatoes stacked between bread. Get the recipe

Pork Chop Sandwich

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Butte, Montana’s crispy, juicy pork cutlet sandwich. Get the recipe

Roast Pork Sandwich

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Philadelphia’s roast pork, sharp provolone, and garlicky greens. A serious contender for best sub. Get the recipe

Smoked Salmon Dip

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Alaska’s smoked salmon spread is creamy, smoky, and perfect on a toasted bagel. Get the recipe

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