10 Sandwiches Worthy of a Culinary Adventure

The U.S. has some of the most inventive, bold, and downright delicious sandwiches anywhere. Here are 11 that showcase why American sandwiches belong in the international spotlight.

Seattle Dog

Seattle’s street food star features a hot dog with cream cheese, sautéed onions, and grilled peppers, all on a toasted bun. Get the recipe

Sonoran Hot Dog

From Tucson: bacon-wrapped hot dog in a bolillo roll, topped with beans, onions, jalapeños, tomato, and creamy sauces. Get the recipe

Pork Chop Sandwich

This Butte, Montana legend is a breaded, fried pork chop on a bun, sometimes with pickles or mustard. Get the recipe

Lobster Roll

Maine’s lobster roll features sweet lobster meat in a toasted split-top bun with a touch of mayo or butter. Get the recipe

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

Spicy, crispy fried chicken on white bread with pickles. A Music City classic that delivers serious heat. Get the recipe

Patty Melt

This diner staple features a beef patty, melted cheese, and caramelized onions grilled between two slices of bread. Get the recipe

Jucy Lucy

Minneapolis’s burger with gooey melted cheese inside the patty, ensuring a surprise with every bite. Get the recipe

North Shore Beef

Massachusetts: thinly sliced roast beef on a soft roll, served “three way” with mayo, James River BBQ sauce, and cheese. Get the recipe

Burnt Ends Sandwich

Kansas City brings you smoky, caramelized burnt ends, sauced and stuffed in a bun;barbecue at its finest. Get the recipe

Bison Burger

Wyoming’s twist on the burger: juicy bison, fresh toppings, and a hearty bun. Get the recipe

Liver Mush Sandwich

A true North Carolina classic: crispy fried livermush on soft white bread, best with a squirt of yellow mustard. Get the recipe