12 Tennessee Sandwiches You Have To Try Before You Die
Tennessee may be known as the home of fried chicken and flaky biscuits, but we can sure serve a sandwich that’s worth a penny or two. We’ve scoured the whole state for the best meaty subs and family restaurants and have come up with 12 places you simply can’t miss. Did your favorite family eatery make the list?
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Ankar's has been family and and operated in Chattanooga, Tennessee since its inception in 1979. Their onion rings are famed amongst the locals, and their menu runs the gamut from American deli classics to Mediterranean fare. (5018 Hixson Pike, 5966 Brainerd Road)
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The brick-and-mortar answer to the Grilled Cheeserie Food Truck just opened in January, 2017. A milkshake bar accents its extensive grilled cheese menu. We'd recommend the French Onion! (2003 Belcourt Avenue)
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Known and regarded highly amongst the locals, Brock's has become a fan favorite. Open twenty-four hours a day, you can indulge in their fabulous Italian sub whenever you so desire. (601 E Broadway)
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Open seven days a week, Mac's is where you need to go if you're looking for the classic American deli fare. They're also well-known for a great burger and perfectly crispy fries. (4910 Main St #110)
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Specializing in Mediterranean favorites, Colonel's provides a fresh and delicious answer to your grumbling stomach. (4809 Newcom Ave # 2)
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Mid City Grill may not look like the most upscale eatery, but what it lacks in street cred it makes up with delicious sandwiches. The club sandwich and pork dip come highly recommended! (106 S Commerce St)
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A casual diner that is better known for their breakfast fare, Brother Juniper's hides a solid breakfast sandwich behind their eggy reputation. (3519 Walker Ave)
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Pigeon Forge Deli serves all of their sandwiches on homemade bread - it really doesn't get more delicious than that, does it? Hand rolled pretzels and their five-star chicken salad sandwiches keep folks coming back for more. Pictured is the highly recommended "Chub" sandwich. (159 E Wears Valley Rd #13)
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There are a couple of different Noshville locations, each of them offering scads of American deli favorites alongside a slice of pickle and perfectly crisped french fries. (4014 Hillsboro Circle)
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This Clarksville local favorite teems with delicious menu options. May we suggest the Queen City Cheesesteak or Beer Battered Chicken? (605 Cumberland Drive)
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Only the most delicious and savory breakfast sandwiches dare to be served at Maple Street Biscuit Company. There are all sorts of biscuit based menu options, such as The Farmer: a chicken, bacon, cheese and highly recommended apple butter. (407 Broad St)
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This Nashville local deli has made a name for itself in its Riverside Village home. They went through an expansion project a couple of years ago, but their menu stayed the same: classic, delicious deli sandwiches. PS: Their muffuletta is PRIME time. (1306 McGavock Pike)
Still hungry? Check out the 15 restaurants that define Tennessee – you’re bound to find a meal to remember.
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