10 Sandwiches That Are Absolutely Iconic

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These are the sandwiches everyone needs to try at least once. From coast to coast, they’ve shaped menus, inspired rivalries, and become bucket-list meals for anyone who loves bold fillings and classic combos. Ready for the all-stars?

North Shore Beef

Two North Shore Beef sandwiches with thick slices of meat, melted cheese, onions, and barbecue sauce overflowing from sesame seed buns are served on a baking sheet.
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Rare roast beef piled onto a soft onion roll, topped with James River BBQ sauce, cheese, and mayo. Massachusetts’ North Shore classic is messy, beefy, and one-of-a-kind. Get the recipe

Pit Beef

A person holds a sandwich cut in half, revealing layers of pastrami, sliced onions, and creamy sauce between two slices of golden bread—a hearty creation inspired by a classic Pit Beef Recipe—resting above a wooden cutting board.
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Baltimore’s pit beef is all about smoky, charred beef sliced thin, piled high on a fresh roll, and finished with onion and horseradish. It’s meaty, juicy, and made for carnivores. Get the Pit Beef 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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Steamed bun, snappy hot dog, beefy chili, diced onions, and yellow mustard. Detroit’s Coney Dog is street food royalty and the ultimate late-night snack. Get the Coney recipe

Chicago Dog

A hand sprinkles seasoning onto two Chicago-Style Hot Dogs topped with sliced tomatoes, pickles, and peppers on a white plate. A cutting board with tomatoes is visible in the background.
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Poppy seed bun, all-beef dog, neon relish, sport peppers, and a garden of toppings. The Chicago Dog packs a punch and makes ketchup strictly forbidden. Try a real Chicago Dog

Cuban Sandwich

A close-up of two hands holding a halved Cubano, showing layers of roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard between toasted bread.
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Pressed Cuban bread, roast pork, ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard. Miami’s signature sandwich is melty, crunchy, and impossible to forget. Make a Cubano

Fish Fry Sandwich

beer battered fried fish
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Crispy, golden fish fillet in a bun, loaded with lettuce and tartar. A Wisconsin Friday staple, and proof that simple can be perfect. Get the Fish Fry recipe

Fried Chicken Biscuit

A crispy chicken biscuit sandwich with mustard sits on a wooden surface, showcasing a golden, flaky biscuit and crunchy chicken fillet in this classic chicken biscuit delight.
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Buttermilk biscuit, crispy fried chicken, and a drizzle of honey or hot sauce. This Southern favorite delivers crunch, comfort, and pure joy in every bite. Try the chicken biscuit

Beef on Weck

A beef on weck from the side, so you can see the entire sandwich.
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Buffalo’s specialty: juicy roast beef on a kummelweck roll, topped with horseradish and a sprinkle of salt and caraway. Salty, spicy, and always satisfying. Get the Beef on Weck

Steak Bomb

A steak bomb sandwich that is open face where you can see all of the ingredients.
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Loaded with shaved steak, sautéed peppers and onions, and gooey provolone. The Steak Bomb is New England’s answer to the Philly cheesesteak. Make your own Steak Bomb

Crab Cake Sandwich

A close-up of a crab cake sandwich with a golden brown bun, leafy lettuce, sliced green pepper, and a thick, seasoned patty on a wooden surface.
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Jumbo lump crab, lightly fried and loaded on a soft bun with lettuce and tartar. Maryland’s iconic sandwich will turn you into a seafood believer. Get the crab cake recipe

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