America runs on sandwiches. From overstuffed hoagies to slow-smoked BBQ piled high on buns, every state has a legendary spot that locals swear by and visitors travel miles to find.
Whether you’re a foodie on a road trip or just looking for your next great meal, this list has something for everyone. Get ready to meet the most sensational sandwiches in the country, one state at a time.
Chez Fonfon – Birmingham, Alabama
Birmingham’s French bistro scene has a crown jewel, and it’s Chez Fonfon. This charming restaurant serves a croque monsieur that feels like a first-class ticket to Paris without leaving Alabama.
The sandwich layers smoky ham and rich Gruyere cheese between perfectly toasted bread, finished with a bubbly bechamel sauce on top.
It’s the kind of lunch that makes you slow down and savor every single bite. Locals have been loyal fans for decades, and first-timers always leave planning their return visit.
Tommy’s Burger Stop – Spenard – Anchorage, Alaska
Tucked inside the quirky Spenard neighborhood, Tommy’s Burger Stop has been flipping some of the most talked-about burgers in Alaska for years. The smash burgers here are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and stacked with fresh toppings that keep regulars coming back week after week.
Anchorage locals treat this spot like a well-kept secret worth sharing. Order the double and don’t skip the house sauce — it ties the whole masterpiece together beautifully.
The Original Carolina’s Mexican Food – Phoenix, Arizona
Some Phoenix residents would argue that Carolina’s burritos are more iconic than any skyscraper in the city. The flour tortillas here are handmade daily — soft, thin, and perfectly stretchy.
Stuffed with slow-cooked beans, fluffy rice, and your choice of seasoned meat, each burrito is a masterpiece of simplicity done right.
The line out the door is a daily tradition, not a warning. One bite explains everything.
This Phoenix institution has been feeding the city since 1968 without missing a step.
CJ’s Butcher Boy Burgers – Russellville, Arkansas
CJ’s Butcher Boy Burgers in Russellville is the kind of place that reminds you why homemade always wins. The patties are hand-pressed fresh daily from quality cuts, giving every burger a texture and flavor that fast food simply cannot replicate.
Toppings are straightforward — crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and their signature sauce that customers rave about online.
Arkansas burger lovers make pilgrimages here regularly. It’s unpretentious, affordable, and absolutely delicious — the holy trinity of a perfect burger joint.
Philippe The Original – Los Angeles, California
Philippe The Original claims to have invented the French dip sandwich back in 1908, and honestly, nobody argues with them. The roast beef is carved thin and piled generously onto a soft French roll that gets dunked — or double-dipped — in savory, house-made au jus.
It’s one of the most satisfying sandwiches in the entire country.
The sawdust-covered floors and no-frills atmosphere add to the charm. Over a century later, Philippe’s still draws massive lines of devoted fans every single day.
Snarf’s Sandwiches – Boulder, Colorado
Snarf’s started as a tiny Boulder sandwich shop in 1996 and grew into a beloved Colorado institution thanks to one simple formula: great bread, quality meats, and toasting everything to golden perfection. The Italian sub is the crowd favorite, packed with salami, capicola, ham, provolone, and a tangy house dressing that brings it all together.
College students and longtime residents alike swear by Snarf’s as a Boulder staple. There’s a reason this place expanded across the state — the sandwiches truly earn every bit of the hype.
Lobster Landing – Clinton, Connecticut
Right on the Connecticut shoreline, Lobster Landing serves lobster rolls the way purists dream about — warm, buttery, and absolutely overflowing with fresh lobster meat. No fillers, no fancy sauces, just sweet lobster dressed simply in melted butter on a perfectly toasted split-top bun.
The no-frills waterfront shack setting makes the whole experience feel authentic and special. Lobster Landing has earned a passionate following of food writers and loyal locals who say it might be the best lobster roll in New England — and that’s saying something.
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop – Wilmington, Delaware
Capriotti’s was born in Wilmington, Delaware in 1976, and its signature sandwich — the Bobbie — reads like Thanksgiving dinner crammed into a hoagie roll. Slow-roasted turkey, homemade stuffing, tangy cranberry sauce, and mayo come together in one glorious, messy, unforgettable bite.
The Bobbie has been voted the best sandwich in America multiple times, and it’s easy to understand why. Delaware locals are rightfully proud that this culinary legend started right in their own backyard before spreading across the country.
Columbia Restaurant – Tampa, Florida
Tampa’s Cuban sandwich has a fierce local following, and Columbia Restaurant — the oldest restaurant in Florida — serves one of the finest versions in the entire state. Roasted pork, glazed ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, and yellow mustard get pressed between Cuban bread until everything is hot, melty, and irresistibly crispy.
Founded in 1905, Columbia has fed generations of Tampans and tourists alike. The Cuban here isn’t just a sandwich — it’s a cultural experience wrapped in golden, crunchy bread.
Fox Bros Bar-B-Q – Atlanta, Georgia
Fox Bros Bar-B-Q brought Texas-style BBQ to Atlanta and the city has never looked back. The pulled pork sandwich here is something truly special — slow-smoked meat that pulls apart effortlessly, piled onto a soft brioche bun with creamy coleslaw and a tangy house sauce that has serious depth of flavor.
Brothers Jonathan and Justin Fox built this place from the ground up, and the passion shows in every plate. Atlanta BBQ fans consider Fox Bros an essential stop on any food lover’s tour of the city.
Kua Aina Sandwich Shop – Haleiwa, Hawaii
On the legendary North Shore of Oahu, Kua Aina Sandwich Shop has been feeding surfers and beach-goers since 1975. The ahi tuna burger is the standout — a thick, seared patty of fresh local tuna topped with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and creamy avocado on a toasted bun.
Everything about this place feels perfectly in tune with its Hawaiian surroundings. The laid-back vibe, fresh ingredients, and ocean breeze make eating here feel like the ultimate island reward after a morning spent watching the waves.
Big Jud’s – Boise, Idaho
Big Jud’s in Boise is famous for one thing above all else — the sheer, glorious size of their burgers. The signature one-pound patty is a legitimate challenge and a beloved local tradition.
Seasoned simply and cooked to order, it’s topped with classic fixings and served with enough fries to feed a small army.
Finish the whole thing and your name goes on the wall. Even if you can’t conquer the full pound, every bite of this beefy Idaho legend is absolutely worth it.
Al’s #1 Italian Beef – Chicago, Illinois
Al’s #1 Italian Beef has been a Chicago institution since 1938, and the Italian beef sandwich they serve is as close to perfection as street food gets. Razor-thin slices of seasoned roast beef are packed onto a chewy Italian roll, dunked in the rich cooking juices, and topped with spicy giardiniera or sweet green peppers.
Chicagoans are deeply protective of this sandwich, and Al’s is consistently named the best in the city. One drippy, messy, magnificent bite and you’ll immediately understand why.
Nick’s Kitchen – Huntington, Indiana
Indiana is famous for its breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches, and Nick’s Kitchen in Huntington has been making one of the best since 1904. The pork is hand-pounded incredibly thin, breaded in a seasoned coating, and fried until golden.
The resulting cutlet is so wide it hangs dramatically over every edge of the bun.
Topped simply with mustard, pickles, and onion, this sandwich is pure Midwest comfort food at its finest. Nick’s is a true living piece of Indiana food history that every visitor should experience.
Maid-Rite Marshalltown IA – Marshalltown, Iowa
The loose meat sandwich is Iowa’s great contribution to American sandwich culture, and Maid-Rite in Marshalltown is the original home of this wonderfully simple creation. Seasoned ground beef — never pressed into a patty — is steamed and spooned generously into a soft, pillowy bun.
It sounds humble, but the flavor is surprisingly satisfying in a way that’s hard to explain until you try it. Maid-Rite has been serving these since 1926, making it one of the oldest sandwich chains in the entire country.
Joe’s KC BBQ – Kansas City, Kansas
Yes, Joe’s KC BBQ operates out of a gas station — and yes, it’s one of the most celebrated BBQ spots in the entire country. The brisket sandwich is the main event: thick, smoky slices of perfectly rendered beef brisket piled onto a toasted bun with tangy house sauce and crunchy pickles.
Food critics, celebrities, and regular Kansans all wait in the same line here. Anthony Bourdain once called it among the best BBQ he’d ever eaten.
That kind of praise is not handed out lightly.
The Brown Hotel – Louisville, Kentucky
The Hot Brown was invented right here at The Brown Hotel in 1926, and Louisville has been obsessed with it ever since. This open-faced masterpiece starts with thick Texas toast topped with roasted turkey, then gets smothered in a creamy Mornay sauce, layered with ripe tomatoes, and finished with crispy bacon before heading under the broiler.
It’s rich, indulgent, and utterly unforgettable. Every bite feels like a warm hug from Kentucky itself.
The Brown Hotel serves the definitive version of this beloved Southern classic.
Parkway Bakery & Tavern – New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans po’boys are legendary, and Parkway Bakery and Tavern serves one of the most celebrated versions in the city. The roast beef po’boy arrives loaded — or “dressed” in local lingo — with shredded beef, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and mayo on a crispy French bread loaf baked fresh daily.
Parkway has been around since 1911 and survived hurricanes, closures, and everything in between. That kind of resilience is baked right into the sandwich.
Every bite tastes like New Orleans history.
Red’s Eats – Wiscasset, Maine
The line at Red’s Eats in Wiscasset stretches down the street on summer days, and every single person waiting will tell you it’s worth every minute. The lobster roll here is famously generous — whole lobster claws and knuckle meat piled so high it barely fits in the toasted bun.
Butter comes on the side, just the way it should.
Red’s is a Maine institution that food lovers from around the world seek out. No frills, no reservations — just the best lobster roll you’ll likely ever eat.
Faidley’s Seafood – Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore takes its crab cakes extremely seriously, and Faidley’s Seafood in Lexington Market has been setting the standard since 1886. Their jumbo lump crab cake sandwich is the real deal — no filler, no shortcuts, just enormous pieces of sweet blue crab bound together just enough to hold their shape on the sandwich roll.
Served with tartar sauce on a no-nonsense roll, this is exactly the kind of straightforward, ingredient-first cooking that makes certain places legendary. Faidley’s has earned every bit of its century-long reputation.
Neptune Oyster – Boston, Massachusetts
Boston’s North End is known for Italian food, but Neptune Oyster has quietly become famous for serving one of the finest lobster rolls in all of New England. Guests choose between the classic chilled mayo version or the warm butter preparation — both are extraordinary.
The lobster meat is fresh, sweet, and generously portioned.
Neptune is small, intimate, and perpetually busy. Reservations disappear fast, and walk-in waits are common.
But one bite of this lobster roll makes every minute of waiting feel like a small and worthwhile price.
Zingerman’s Delicatessen – Ann Arbor, Michigan
Zingerman’s Deli is practically a religion in Ann Arbor. Founded in 1982, this legendary Jewish-style delicatessen has built a national reputation on towering sandwiches made with top-quality ingredients sourced with real care.
The Reuben is the undisputed star — corned beef stacked sky-high on grilled rye with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing.
The bread alone is worth the trip. Zingerman’s bakes their own rye using traditional methods, and it makes an enormous difference.
This is a deli experience that Michigan residents are genuinely proud to claim as their own.
Zelo – Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis has a surprisingly vibrant burger scene, and Zelo has long been considered one of its finest destinations for a truly elevated burger experience. The patties here are thick, high-quality, and cooked with precision, served on fresh brioche buns with carefully chosen toppings that feel thoughtful rather than trendy.
The restaurant’s sleek, modern atmosphere matches the quality on the plate. Whether you’re a Minneapolis local or just passing through the Twin Cities, Zelo delivers a burger that feels genuinely special — not just another menu item, but a crafted experience worth seeking out.
Ajax Diner – Oxford, Mississippi
Ajax Diner sits right on Oxford’s famous town square and has been serving serious Southern comfort food to Ole Miss students, locals, and literary tourists for years. The pulled pork sandwich is a crowd favorite — smoky, tender meat topped with house BBQ sauce and cool, creamy coleslaw on a sturdy toasted bun.
The atmosphere is loud, lively, and wonderfully unpretentious. Ajax feels like the kind of place where everyone knows everyone, and strangers quickly feel at home.
Mississippi hospitality is baked right into every plate they serve.
Gioia’s Deli on The Hill since 1918 – St. Louis, Missouri
Gioia’s Deli has been a cornerstone of St. Louis’s famous Italian neighborhood, The Hill, since 1918. Their hot salami sandwich is a local legend — house-made salami, sliced thick, layered onto a crusty Italian roll with provolone cheese and tangy giardiniera that adds just the right amount of kick.
Over a century of operation means this deli has served multiple generations of the same families. That kind of loyalty doesn’t happen by accident.
Gioia’s earns it bite by bite, year after year, with zero compromise on quality or tradition.
The Burger Dive – Billings, Montana
The Burger Dive in Billings has developed a cult following across Montana for their smash-style burgers that prioritize crispy edges and maximum flavor over Instagram-worthy height. Two thin patties get smashed hard on a hot griddle, developing a beautiful crust that locks in all the beefy goodness.
Melted American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and their secret sauce complete the picture. It’s a humble-looking sandwich that delivers an outsized punch of flavor.
Billings residents are fiercely proud of this local treasure, and rightfully so.
Runza Restaurant – Lincoln, Nebraska
Nebraska has its own iconic sandwich, and it’s called the Runza. This doughy, baked bread pocket filled with seasoned ground beef, cabbage, and onions is unlike anything else in American sandwich culture.
Runza Restaurant in Lincoln is the home base of this beloved regional specialty that Nebraskans are deeply, genuinely proud of.
Think of it as a savory stuffed bun that’s simultaneously a sandwich and a meal. Warm, hearty, and uniquely Nebraskan, the Runza is one of those regional foods that makes food tourism so rewarding and endlessly fascinating.
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop – Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas may be known for buffets and celebrity chef restaurants, but locals know that Capriotti’s is where the real sandwich magic happens. The Bobbie — roasted turkey, homemade stuffing, cranberry sauce, and mayo on a fresh hoagie roll — is a Thanksgiving-level experience available every single day of the year.
Capriotti’s was founded in Wilmington, Delaware, but Las Vegas embraced it wholeheartedly and made it a city staple. After a long night on the Strip, there’s nothing more satisfying than this legendary sandwich to bring you back to earth.
Moe’s Italian Sandwiches – Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Moe’s Italian Sandwiches has been a New Hampshire institution for decades, beloved for its straightforward, no-nonsense approach to building a great Italian sub. The sandwiches are loaded with quality cold cuts, cheese, and crisp vegetables on fresh-baked rolls, then finished with a house dressing that regular customers swear they dream about.
Portsmouth’s food scene has gotten increasingly sophisticated over the years, but Moe’s has never needed to change a thing. Consistency is its own kind of greatness, and Moe’s has been consistently excellent for longer than most restaurants in the state have existed.
White House Subs – Atlantic City, New Jersey
White House Subs opened in 1946 and has fed everyone from Frank Sinatra to Bruce Springsteen — the celebrity photos covering every wall tell the story better than any menu could. Their Italian sub is a masterclass in proportion and quality: layers of cured meats, sharp provolone, fresh vegetables, and a house dressing on bread baked fresh in-house daily.
Atlantic City visitors often choose White House over the casinos for their lunch stop, which says everything. This sandwich joint has more loyal fans than most five-star restaurants in New Jersey could ever claim.
Frontier – Albuquerque, New Mexico
Frontier Restaurant near the University of New Mexico campus is a 24-hour Albuquerque institution where everyone from students to late-night workers comes for the green chile breakfast burrito. Scrambled eggs, roasted Hatch green chile, potatoes, and cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla — it’s simple, satisfying, and deeply New Mexican.
The green chile here has a smoky heat that’s unique to New Mexico’s famous Hatch Valley peppers. Frontier has served this burrito for decades, and it remains one of the most popular orders at any hour of the day or night.
Katz’s Delicatessen – New York, New York
Katz’s Delicatessen on the Lower East Side has been serving New York City since 1888, and the pastrami on rye here is arguably the most famous sandwich in America. Hand-sliced peppery pastrami, steamed to tender perfection, piled absurdly high on fresh rye bread with a swipe of yellow mustard — nothing else required.
The old-school deli atmosphere, the ticket system, the long communal tables — it’s all part of the experience. When Harry Met Sally filmed a scene here for a very good reason.
Katz’s is irreplaceable, irreverent, and absolutely iconic.
Sam Jones BBQ – Winterville, North Carolina
Sam Jones is a fourth-generation pitmaster carrying on a family tradition of whole hog BBQ that stretches back to his great-grandfather. At his Winterville restaurant, the whole hog BBQ sandwich is a masterpiece of Eastern North Carolina BBQ tradition — hand-pulled pork with vinegar-based slaw and a splash of hot sauce on a soft bun.
No shortcuts, no gas pits — just wood-smoked pork cooked the old way. Sam Jones BBQ has earned national recognition while staying deeply rooted in North Carolina’s rich and proud barbecue heritage.
Kroll’s Diner – Fargo, North Dakota
Kroll’s Diner is a Fargo institution that has been feeding North Dakotans hearty, unpretentious food since the 1960s. The hot beef sandwich — open-faced slices of roast beef on white bread completely smothered in thick brown gravy — is the kind of Midwest comfort food that warms you from the inside out on a cold prairie day.
The diner itself is delightfully frozen in time, complete with classic counter seating and friendly service that feels genuinely warm. Kroll’s represents everything good about small-town American diners.
Schmidt’s Sausage Haus Restaurant – Columbus, Ohio
Columbus’s historic German Village neighborhood is home to Schmidt’s Sausage Haus, a family-run restaurant that has been celebrating German food culture since 1886. Their bratwurst sandwich is the anchor of the menu — a plump, grilled brat in a toasted bun loaded with tangy sauerkraut and stone-ground mustard.
The restaurant has the feel of a genuine Bavarian beer hall, and the sausages are made in-house using time-honored recipes. Schmidt’s is one of those places that makes you feel like you’ve traveled somewhere entirely different without ever leaving Ohio.
Nic’s Grill – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Nic’s Grill is barely bigger than a closet, but this tiny Oklahoma City diner produces smash burgers that regularly appear on national best-burger lists. The griddle-smashed patties develop an incredible caramelized crust, and the combination of melted cheese, sweet grilled onions, and their house sauce is downright addictive.
The whole operation is run with the kind of focused intensity that only comes from truly caring about what you serve. Nic’s has a short menu and zero pretension — just outstanding burgers cooked by someone who has clearly mastered the craft over many years.
Lardo – Portland, Oregon
Portland’s food scene is famous for creative, chef-driven concepts, and Lardo fits right in. This sandwich shop built its reputation on pork-focused creations that feel both inventive and deeply satisfying.
The slow-roasted pork sandwich, dressed with pickled vegetables and house-made condiments on fresh bread, is a textbook example of how good a simple sandwich can be when every element is thoughtfully made.
Chef Rick Gencarelli opened Lardo with a clear vision, and the Portland food community embraced it immediately. It’s casual enough for a weekday lunch but good enough to make a special trip for.
Pat’s King of Steaks – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Pat’s King of Steaks invented the Philly cheesesteak in 1930, and the corner of 9th and Passyunk in South Philadelphia has been a pilgrimage site for sandwich lovers ever since. Thinly shaved ribeye steak, cooked on a flat-top griddle, gets loaded into a fresh Amoroso roll with Cheez Whiz and fried onions in the classic style.
You order at the walk-up window, eat standing up, and drip grease on your shirt — that’s the authentic experience. Pat’s is open 24 hours, because Philly’s love for this sandwich never sleeps.
Olneyville New York System Restaurant – Providence, Rhode Island
Rhode Island’s signature sandwich contribution is the New York System wiener, and Olneyville is the most beloved purveyor of this quirky local tradition. Small steamed hot dogs go into steamed buns and get topped with a seasoned meat sauce, yellow mustard, chopped onions, and a shake of celery salt.
The counter staff lines them up their arms to build multiple at once.
It looks chaotic and tastes incredible. This is pure Providence food culture — unpretentious, deeply local, and absolutely addictive once you’ve had your first one.
Rodney Scott’s BBQ – Charleston, South Carolina
Rodney Scott is a James Beard Award-winning pitmaster, and his Charleston BBQ restaurant is one of the most celebrated in the entire South. The whole hog BBQ sandwich here is extraordinary — pork pulled from a wood-smoked whole hog, dressed with Scott’s tangy, vinegar-forward sauce and cool slaw on a soft bun.
The smoke flavor penetrates every fiber of the meat in a way that’s genuinely hard to describe. You have to taste it.
Rodney Scott’s BBQ is the kind of place that changes how you think about what barbecue can be.
Nick’s Hamburger Shop – Brookings, South Dakota
Nick’s Hamburger Shop in Brookings has been making the same simple, perfect hamburgers since 1929, and the recipe has never needed updating. A thin beef patty, griddled until just right, gets placed on a soft white bun with yellow mustard, onions, and pickles — and that’s it.
No fancy toppings, no gourmet upgrades.
Sometimes the most powerful culinary statement is radical simplicity done with complete dedication. Nick’s has been making that statement for nearly a century, and South Dakotans wouldn’t have it any other way.
This burger is a living piece of prairie food history.
Prince’s Hot Chicken – Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville hot chicken was born at Prince’s, and the family has been setting mouths on fire since the 1940s. The hot chicken sandwich here is the original blueprint for a food trend that has spread across the entire country — a crispy fried chicken thigh drenched in a fiery cayenne paste, placed on white bread with dill pickles.
The heat levels range from mild to “Shut the Cluck Up,” and regulars wear their tolerance like a badge of honor. Prince’s is more than a restaurant — it’s the founding document of one of America’s greatest culinary contributions.
Franklin Barbecue – Austin, Texas
People camp out overnight to eat at Franklin Barbecue, and the smoked brisket sandwich justifies every hour of waiting. Aaron Franklin’s brisket is widely considered the best in Texas — possibly the best in the world — with a dark, peppery bark giving way to impossibly tender, fatty beef that melts the moment it hits your tongue.
Served on a soft bun with just the meat and maybe some pickles and onion, it’s a sandwich that needs nothing else. Franklin Barbecue earned a James Beard Award and a near-mythical reputation — both completely deserved.
Crown Burgers – Salt Lake City, Utah
Utah has its own burger culture, and Crown Burgers is at the center of it. What makes a Crown Burger unique is the addition of pastrami on top of the beef patty — a combination that might sound unusual until you taste how well the salty, smoky cured meat complements the fresh beef.
Then there’s the fry sauce — Utah’s beloved pink condiment made from mayo and ketchup — which ties the whole sandwich together beautifully. Crown Burgers has been a Salt Lake City staple for decades, and locals defend it with impressive passion and loyalty.
Worthy Burger – South Royalton, Vermont
Worthy Burger in the tiny Vermont town of South Royalton has built a reputation far bigger than its size would suggest. The burgers here are made with locally sourced beef, aged Vermont cheddar, house-made pickles, and a special sauce that regulars talk about with genuine reverence.
Everything feels intentional and carefully sourced.
The craft beer selection is exceptional too, making this the ideal Vermont lunch or dinner stop. Worthy Burger proves that a small town in Vermont can produce a burger that competes with the best anywhere in New England.
The Italian Store at Westover – Arlington, Virginia
The Italian Store in Arlington’s Westover neighborhood is the kind of place that feels like it was transported directly from an Italian-American neighborhood in New York or New Jersey. The Italian sub is built on freshly baked rolls and loaded with quality imported cured meats, fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, and a house dressing that customers have been requesting for decades.
The shop doubles as a gourmet Italian grocery, so you can pick up imported pasta and olive oil while you wait. This is a neighborhood gem that Arlington residents guard with fierce and understandable pride.
Pike Place Chowder – Pike Place Market – Seattle, Washington
Technically a chowder in a bread bowl, Pike Place Chowder’s signature offering absolutely qualifies as one of the most satisfying handheld eating experiences in the entire Pacific Northwest. Creamy, clam-packed New England-style chowder gets ladled into a crusty sourdough bread bowl, turning the container itself into part of the meal.
Located inside Seattle’s legendary Pike Place Market, the chowder here has won national awards and draws lines of devoted fans daily. As the sourdough walls soak up the rich, buttery broth, every bite becomes more intensely flavored than the last.
Secret Sandwich Society – Fayetteville, West Virginia
Fayetteville, West Virginia is a small town near the spectacular New River Gorge, and Secret Sandwich Society is its most celebrated culinary destination. The sandwiches here are inventive and chef-driven, built on freshly baked bread with house-made spreads, seasonal local produce, and carefully chosen proteins that reflect genuine creativity.
Outdoor adventurers who come to kayak or climb in the gorge make a point of stopping at Secret Sandwich Society for fuel and reward. It’s the kind of place that surprises you — a truly exceptional sandwich shop hiding in a small mountain town with big culinary ambitions.
Solly’s Grille – Glendale, Wisconsin
Wisconsin’s butter burger is a glorious, unapologetic celebration of dairy culture, and Solly’s Grille in Glendale has been serving the definitive version since 1936. A thin beef patty goes onto a soft bun, then gets crowned with a generous, melting pat of real Wisconsin butter that pools and soaks into every corner of the sandwich.
Caramelized onions and pickles round out the experience. It’s rich, indulgent, and completely wonderful in the way only truly simple food can be.
Solly’s is a Wisconsin institution that makes no apologies and needs to make none.
Liberty Burger – Jackson, Wyoming
Jackson, Wyoming is famous for its world-class skiing and stunning proximity to Grand Teton National Park, but Liberty Burger has given locals and visitors another excellent reason to stick around town. The burgers here are made with quality beef, stacked generously with fresh toppings, and served on toasted buns that hold everything together through the final glorious bite.
After a day on the slopes or the trails, a Liberty Burger feels like the perfect Western reward. It’s the kind of satisfying, no-nonsense burger that fits perfectly in a rugged, beautiful place like Jackson Hole.