U.S. map and various sandwiches

The Best Sandwich Stop In Every US State

NEWS

By CORINNE BARONE

Cuban sandwich on paper

Alabama

You can try arguably one of the best Cuban sandwiches at Kool Korner in Vestavia Hill, a restaurant opened by Cuban immigrant Ildefonso Ramirez in the 1970s.
Cuban sandwich on a wooden board
Ramirez died in 2024, but his legacy lives on through the tasty sandwich, which you can pair with a black bean soup and some tamales for a culinary cloud nine experience.
Sub sandwich in a basket

Alaska

Krazy Moose Subs in Wasilla offers hearty subs, salads, and wraps in a historical Western setting. Reviewers praise its fresh bread and generous fillings with quick service.
Corned beef subs, bags of chips, and pickle

Arizona

Frank's New York Style Deli in Phoenix is Arizona's top spot. You can't miss out on its signature sandwich, The Tony, featuring three meats, veggies, and creamy condiments.
Grilled sandwich with a side of chips

Arkansas

American Artisans in Mena received perfect scores in food, value, and service on TripAdvisor and Yelp. It’s located in a charming 100-year-old building with exposed brick.
Sandwiches on a plate
Its menu items are made in-house, including its chips and dips. One Yelper even claimed to have been "moaning in amazement the whole time," which is how you know it's good.
Prunedale's sandwich being prepared

California

Prunedale Market makes the drive to Monterey Bay worth it with its tasty lunch options like Flamin' Hot Fritos-topped tri-tip sandwich and a friendly five-star service.