12 American Sandwiches Everyone Should Experience

The best sandwiches are more than lunch;they’re a piece of culture. Here are 12 you can’t miss if you want to taste the real America.

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

Spicy, crunchy, and finished with pickles. Nashville’s icon is not for the faint of heart. Get the recipe

Bison Burger

Wyoming’s bison burger is juicy, rich, and feels like pure Americana. Get the recipe

French Dip Sandwich

Los Angeles’ beefy legend: thinly sliced roast beef on a roll, served with hot au jus. Get the recipe

Italian Beef Sandwich

Chicago’s dipped, spicy, beef-packed hero. Get the recipe

Steamed Burger

Connecticut’s quirky cheeseburger is steamed for juicy, tender beef every time. Get the recipe

Burnt Ends Sandwich

Kansas City barbecue at its best: sweet, smoky brisket ends in a soft bun. Get the recipe

Shrimp Po Boy

Fried shrimp, soft French bread, lettuce, tomato, and a slather of mayo. A Louisiana legend. Get the recipe

Olive Burger

Michigan’s olive burger: juicy beef patty smothered in creamy olive sauce. Get the recipe

Banh Mi

Vietnamese bread, pickled veg, savory meats, and herbs;crisp, fresh, and unforgettable. Get the recipe

Grinder Sandwich

Connecticut’s loaded sub with all the meats and crunchy veggies. Get the recipe

St. Paul Sandwich

St. Louis’s quirky classic: egg foo young patty, pickles, and lettuce on white bread. Get the recipe

Alabama Chicken Sandwich

Smoky chicken, tangy white sauce, and soft bun;straight from Alabama. Get the recipe