From coast to coast, one thing unites Americans more reliably than traffic complaints and arguing over sports: sandwiches!
Every state has that one beloved handheld masterpiece that locals swear by and tourists can’t leave without trying. Whether it's smothered in sauce, stacked a mile high, or fried to golden perfection, these sandwiches are more than lunch, their identity, pride, and often, a delicious mess.
No GPS coordinates needed here. We’re talking Florida icons, not hole-in-the-wall secrets. These are the undisputed sandwich champions of their regions, from the smoky pulled pork of the South to the meat-packed giants of the Midwest, and even the quirky creations only locals would dream up.
So grab a napkin and get ready to meet the sandwich that defines Florida.
According to a list compiled by Vine Pair, the most famous sandwich in Florida is the Cuban sandwich.
Here's what Vine Pair had to say about the state's most popular sandwich:
"First made in Cuba over 500 years ago, this now-iconic lunch staple migrated to Florida in the late 1800s as Cuban immigrants arrived in Tampa and Key West to work in the tobacco industry. Made with ham, pork, Swiss cheese, mustard, and pickles, the sandwich first appeared on Tampa cafe menus around 1900 and became a symbol of the working class."
Check out Vine Pair for a continued list of the most popular sandwiches across the country.