15 Sandwiches That Make Traveling Worthwhile

If you love to travel for food, these sandwiches should be on your itinerary. Each one captures the spirit of its home region and will have you planning your next trip before you finish eating.

Horseshoe Sandwich Recipe

Springfield, Illinois gave the world this towering, knife-and-fork meal. Thick Texas toast, juicy burger patties, and a flood of cheese sauce, all topped with a heap of fries. Get the recipe

Navajo Taco

New Mexico’s fry bread gets loaded with ground beef, beans, cheese, lettuce, and salsa. It’s the Southwest on a plate. Get the recipe

Beef on Weck

Buffalo’s answer to roast beef: slow-cooked beef on a kummelweck roll, with a wallop of horseradish and au jus. Get the recipe

Albuquerque Turkey Sandwich

This New Mexico gem stacks smoked turkey, green chile, cheddar, and guacamole for a truly Southwestern bite. Get the recipe

North Shore Beef

Massachusetts’ rare, thinly sliced roast beef loaded on an onion roll with barbecue sauce, mayo, and cheese. Local pride, delivered. Get the recipe

Onion Burger

Oklahoma’s griddled onions smashed right into the burger. Every bite is beefy, sweet, and unforgettable. Get the recipe

Loose Meat Sandwich

Iowa’s crumbly beef sandwich keeps it simple and juicy, letting the meat shine on a soft white bun. Get the recipe

Muffuletta Sandwich

New Orleans’ signature sandwich with layers of cured meats, cheese, and olive salad on round bread. It’s a whole meal for a crowd. Get the recipe

Crab Cake Sandwich

Maryland blue crab, crispy and golden, on a roll with lettuce and tomato. Summer in every bite. Get the recipe

Cudighi Sandwich

Upper Peninsula Michigan’s spicy Italian sausage with marinara and melted mozzarella, on a sturdy roll. Get the recipe

Detroit Coney Dog

Detroit’s finest hot dog: meaty chili, chopped onions, and mustard. Messy, classic, and always worth it. Get the recipe

Shrimp Po Boy

New Orleans fried shrimp, dressed with lettuce, tomato, and a big swipe of remoulade. Get the recipe

Pastrami Burger

Utah’s signature: a beef burger topped with hot pastrami and fry sauce. An instant favorite. Get the recipe

Fish Fry Sandwich

Wisconsin’s crunchy, beer-battered fish, with tartar sauce on a fresh roll. It’s lake country in sandwich form. Get the recipe