11 Sandwiches America Should Never Forget

The best sandwiches deserve their spot in the spotlight, and these 11 have more than earned their place in lunch history. Let’s make sure these icons never fade away.

Hot Brown Sandwich

Louisville’s open-faced original: turkey, bacon, and creamy Mornay sauce, broiled until bubbly. Get the Hot Brown Sandwich recipe

Grinder Sandwich

Connecticut’s stacked sub: meats, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and that signature crunch. Get the Grinder Sandwich recipe

Onion Burger

Oklahoma’s burger genius: beef patty smashed with onions and fried until golden. Get the Onion Burger recipe

Cudighi Sandwich

Upper Michigan’s spicy sausage, melty cheese, and fresh bread. Get the Cudighi Sandwich recipe

Turkey Reuben

Turkey, Swiss, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on rye. A lighter spin on the classic. Get the Turkey Reuben recipe

Shrimp Po Boy

New Orleans favorite: fried shrimp, lettuce, tomato, and tangy sauce on French bread. Get the Shrimp Po Boy recipe

Primanti Brothers Sandwich

Pittsburgh’s all-in-one meal: fries, slaw, tomato, and grilled meat between thick slices of bread. Get the Primanti Brothers Sandwich recipe

Pork Roll Egg and Cheese

New Jersey’s iconic breakfast: salty pork roll, fried egg, and gooey cheese on a hard roll. Get the Pork Roll Egg and Cheese recipe

Pastrami Burger

Utah’s burger with a smoky twist—layers of pastrami on top of a beef patty. Get the Pastrami Burger recipe

Muffuletta Sandwich

New Orleans deli legend: layers of meats, cheese, and zesty olive salad on a sesame loaf. Get the Muffuletta Sandwich recipe

Liver Mush Sandwich

North Carolina’s crispy, porky breakfast sandwich. Best enjoyed with a dash of yellow mustard. Get the Liver Mush Sandwich recipe