10 Essential Atlanta Sandwiches
We're continuing our exploration of the Atlanta food scene! Today, we're drooling over the delicious sandwiches on offer around town. How many of these essential ATL sandwich orders have you tried?
The reach of Atlantaβs food scene is wide, spanning from Michelin-recognized fine dining establishments to Southern meat-and-threes and a myriad of international restaurants. Today, weβre highlighting the mouthwatering combinations that Atlanta restaurants are serving up between two slices of bread. These are some of the best sandwiches in Atlanta! (And thatβs really saying something.)
BΓ‘nh MΓ¬ | Leeβs Bakery
Neighborhood: Buford Highway
More info: leesbakeryatl.com
Vietnamese immigrants have transformed Atlantaβs Buford Highway into a bΓ‘nh mΓ¬ loverβs paradise. These flavorful sandwiches feature a baguette split in half and topped with grilled meat, cilantro, fresh jalapeΓ±o, and bright pickled veggies. We canβt argue that fantastic bΓ‘nh mΓ¬s are found throughout the city, but our favorite version is at Leeβs Bakery, where itβs prepared on a fresh baguette and slathered with mayo infused with garlic and fish sauce.
Brisky Business | Victory Sandwich Bar
Neighborhoods: Inman Park & Decatur
More info: vicsandwich.com
The trendy Victory Sandwich Bar is known for its teeny-tiny $6 gourmet sandwiches and inexpensive spiked sodas. Though all the sandwiches are fantastic, the βBrisky Business,β consisting of smoked brisket, provolone, Fresno onion jam, and dijon aioli, is a standout. Looking for a side of competition with your sandwich? Partake in a friendly game at the ping pong tables.
Blackened Grouper Sandwich | Fishmonger
Neighborhoods: Poncey-Highland, Kirkwood, & West Midtown
More info:Β fishmongergroup.com
An all-encompassing seafood market, cafe, and raw bar, Fishmonger brings its buzz-worthy food to the bustling Atlanta restaurant scene. The blackened grouper sandwich has quickly become the eateryβs signature dish, embellished with pickled peppers and herb salad on a butter-toasted bun.
Breakfast Sandwich | Kinship
Neighborhood: Virginia Highlands
More info: kinshipbutcheratl.com
Kinship, a butcher shop, neighborhood market, and cafe located in the heart of Virginia Highlands, is home to arguably the best breakfast sandwich in Atlanta. Choose from bacon, sausage, or smoked veggie patty dressed with a farm-fresh egg, Thomasville Tomme cheese, griddled onions, arugula, and Dukes Mayo.
The Cubano | Havana Sandwich Shop
Neighborhood: Buford Highway
More info: havanaatlanta.com
The Benedit family was the first to bring a full Cuban menu to the Atlanta restaurant scene, opening Havana Sandwich Shop on Buford Highway in 1976. You canβt visit this institution without ordering the Cubano; itβs packed with tender ham and tangy pickles and served on the eateryβs toasted Cuban bread. Try it with a side of fried plantains or yucca fries.
Hot Italian | Bona Fide Deluxe
Neighborhood: Edgewood-Candler Park
More info: bonafide-atl.com
From the team behind East Atlantaβs Banshee, this Edgewood-Candler Park eatery and cocktail bar brings fresh creativity to the Atlanta sandwich scene. The meats and condiments are made in-house, and the menu includes 10 different sandwiches to try. In our opinion, the Hot Italian is as good as it gets. The meaty sub comes with all the fixings and features porchetta, soppressata, pepperoni, and slightly spicy Calabrian chili mayo.
Korean Cheesesteak | Fredβs Meat & Bread
Neighborhood: Inman Park
More info:Β fredsmeatandbread.com
Sandwich lovers of all ages wait in line to get their hands on one of Fredβs famous cheesesteaks. The coveted Korean version comes with chopped chicken or ribeye doused in gochujang sauce and topped with American cheese, green onion, and spicy candied jalapeΓ±os. Enjoy your sandwich with a vintage soda and a side of hand-cut fries.
Rueben | The General Muir
Neighborhoods: Druid Hills & Sandy Springs
More info: thegeneralmuir.com
The General Muir pays its respects to the traditional elements of a Rueben: a succulent pile of corned beef, Russian dressing, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and griddled rye bread. The result is a fatty, salty, comforting sandwich thatβs a worthy contender against Ruebens from some of the nationβs best delicatessens.
Smoked Peppered Turkey Sandwich | Alonβs Bakery & Market
Neighborhoods: Morningside & Brookhaven
More info: alons.com
Known for its made-to-order sandwiches, wines, baked goods, chocolates, and cheeses, Alonβs Bakery & Market is reminiscent of a charming European market. Their Smoked Peppered Turkey sandwich is a must-order if youβre visiting for lunch. Turkey is sliced thin and then adorned with sprouts, avocado, red onion, tomato, mayo, and grainy mustard.
SB Tip: though this sandwich traditionally comes on whole wheat bread, we recommend ordering it on the rosemary focaccia.
Truffle Chicken Salad Melt | Daily Chew
Neighborhood: Morningside / Lenox Park
More info: dailychewatl.com
Serving breakfast and lunch, Daily Chew offers a robust and health-forward menu featuring rotisserie items, pita sandwiches, and bowls made with local produce. The truffle chicken salad melt has developed a cult following, and for good reason. Deliciously truffle-forward and studded with golden raisins, the sandwich comes on sourdough bread with local greens and melted white cheddar. (Trust us, youβll want to take a pint of truffle chicken salad home with you, too).
Hope youβre hungry, Atlanta!
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Anne Henley Walker
Anne Henley is a University of Georgia graduate (Go Dawgs!) currently based in Atlanta. She's perpetually on the hunt for her new favorite restaurant.