Forget Grilling, These 12 Sandwiches Do It Better
Sometimes the grill needs a break, and that’s when sandwiches step in to prove they can handle the spotlight. These twelve picks show that bread and fillings can bring just as much satisfaction as anything cooked over flames.
North Shore Beef
Massachusetts takes roast beef seriously. Piled high, dressed with mayo, cheese, and barbecue sauce, this “three-way” is as messy as it is beloved, and locals wouldn’t have it any other way.
Sailor Sandwich
Richmond, Virginia, serves up corned beef, pastrami, Swiss, and mustard on rye in a stack that pulls no punches. It’s a regional classic built for appetite and pride.
Patty Melt
The patty melt skips the grill for a flat-top sear. Beef, cheese, and caramelized onions between buttery rye toast create comfort that doesn’t need backyard smoke.
Crab Cake Sandwich
Maryland’s crab cake sandwich brings the bay to the bun. Pan-seared patties of lump crab meat, lettuce, and tartar sauce prove flavor without fire.
Fried Bologna Sandwich
The South knows comfort in fried bologna. Sliced thick, crisped in a skillet, and tucked into soft white bread, it’s as nostalgic as it is tasty.
Chow Mein Sandwich
Fall River, Massachusetts, goes offbeat with crispy noodles and brown gravy stuffed in a bun. It’s proof that comfort food doesn’t have to come off the grill to stick in memory.
Pueblo Slopper
Colorado’s Pueblo slopper smothers a cheeseburger in green chile and sauce until it’s unrecognizable. Knife, fork, and plenty of napkins required—no grill marks needed.
Bobbie Sandwich
Delaware’s Bobbie packs Thanksgiving leftovers onto a roll. Turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce bring holiday comfort into everyday reach without firing up the grill.
Italian Beef Sandwich
Chicago’s Italian beef stays juicy with thin-sliced roast beef dunked in au jus. Piled on French bread with peppers, it’s as iconic as the grill itself.
Fried Chicken Biscuit
The South makes fried chicken biscuits that rival any grilled meal. Crispy chicken sandwiched in buttery biscuits shows breakfast doesn’t need smoke to satisfy.
Muffuletta Sandwich
New Orleans layers salami, ham, cheese, and olive salad inside round Italian bread. With bold flavors stacked high, this sandwich makes grills look like background noise.
French Dip
Los Angeles gave us the French dip. Roast beef tucked into bread, ready to dunk in warm jus, proves dipping can be just as fun as grilling.