10 Phenomenal Sandwiches Every American Must Try

Some sandwiches demand attention. These 10 phenomenal creations stretch across the country, each one bold, comforting, and totally unforgettable. Here’s where you’ll find them.

Grinder Sandwich

grinder sandwich
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Connecticut’s grinder packs cold cuts, cheese, lettuce, and tomato into a long roll. A deli hero by another name. Get the recipe here.

Chopped Cheese

A close-up of a Chopped Cheese Sandwich Recipe, featuring ground beef, shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, mayonnaise, and ketchup in a soft hoagie-style bun.
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Born in New York bodegas, the chopped cheese mixes ground beef, onions, and melted cheese on a hero roll. Street food at its best. Get the recipe here.

Horseshoe Sandwich

Crinkle-cut French fries and a burger patty on a plate, topped with a generous drizzle of creamy yellow cheese sauce being poured from above—just like in a classic Horseshoe Sandwich Recipe.
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This Springfield, Illinois dish stacks toast, meat, fries, and cheese sauce into a fork-and-knife experience. Heavy, rich, and worth the stop. Get the recipe here.

Croque Monsieur

A Croque Monsieur sandwich topped with melted cheese sits in a black cast iron skillet on a wooden surface, showcasing this classic Croque Monsieur recipe in all its golden perfection.
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This French classic found a home in American cafés. Ham, béchamel, and melted cheese make it decadent and timeless. Get the recipe here.

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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Massachusetts locals love this roast beef sandwich served “three-way” with mayo, cheese, and barbecue sauce. Messy and perfect. Get the recipe here.

Roast Pork Sandwich

philly roast pork sandwich
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Philadelphia nails it with roast pork, sharp provolone, and broccoli rabe on a seeded roll. Bold and satisfying. Get the recipe here.

Banh Mi

A close-up of a banh mi sandwich on a wooden board, packed with grilled meat, cilantro, sliced cucumber, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs layered inside a crispy banh mi baguette.
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Vietnamese baguettes filled with pickled vegetables, pork, and herbs are now an American staple. Crunchy and vibrant. Get the recipe here.

Onion Burger

Two cheeseburgers on a light brown plate, each featuring a golden bun, melted yellow cheese, and a beef patty. The front burger takes center stage, styled like an Oklahoma Onion Burger, with the second burger partially visible behind.
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El Reno, Oklahoma serves burgers pressed with onions on the griddle. Juicy, sweet, and all-American. Get the recipe here.

Shrimp Po Boy

shrimp po boy
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New Orleans brings the crunch with fried shrimp on soft bread, finished with lettuce, tomato, and hot sauce. Get the recipe here.

Bison Burger

bison burger
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Wyoming leans into local tradition with bison burgers, hearty and lean, perfect for the open range. Get the recipe here.

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