Do you know August is Nationwide Sandwich Month?! From basic Philly Cheesesteaks to oozy New Orleans po’boys, the sandwich is consistently posing as a social media sensation. To rejoice the companies behind one of the best handhelds in America, Yelp has launched their first-ever High 100 Sandwich Retailers checklist. Just a few native Tampa sandwich retailers made the checklist additionally!
Just a few sandwich developments have been found:
- Crossing borders: Now you can get Philly cheesesteaks in Texas at Gino’s Deli Cease N Purchase (#9); Chicago-style Italian beef sandwiches in Florida at Chicago Paulies(#6); and New Orleans-style muffulettas in Missouri at Blues Metropolis Deli (#8).
- Banh mi love:The French-influenced Vietnamese sandwich is a high Yelper fave. You’ll discover banh mi at a number of sandwich retailers on the checklist, in addition to seven focusing on it, together with California’s Aina’s Vegan Banh Mi (#20), New Jersey’s Saigon Subs & Café (#31), and Texas’ Vietwich (#68).
- Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free: Veggie-forward sandwiches on gluten-free breads and different wholesome choices proceed to be in style with Yelpers. Conventional delis are including vegan/vegetarian sections to their menus, like at Woods Deli (#5). At Sierra Subs and Salads (#2) any specialty sandwich could be made meat-free (Proprietor Allison Millner says 25–30% of consumers order vegetarian).
- Unsung ‘heroes’: One of the vital underrated, time-honored developments? The numerous names People have for sandwiches served on rolls. They’re thought-about “subs” throughout a lot of the nation, “hoagies” (Philly), “heroes” (NYC), “grinders” (New England), “po’boys” (New Orleans), “spuckies” (Boston), “torpedoes” (Northeastern United States), or possibly one thing else totally.
Listed below are the native Tampa sandwich retailers that made the checklist:
6. Chicago Paulies, Tampa, Florida
Is it potential to copy Chicago’s iconic Italian Beef sandwich in a completely totally different state? This gas-station-adjacent walk-up-window proves it may be performed. One Chicago transplant even mentioned Paulie’s has “the greatest Italian beef sandwich I’ve had… possibly ever.”
Juicy and tender shaved Italian beef is nestled in a French roll and topped with both spicy giardiniera (the Chicago-style Italian pickled vegetable relish) or grilled peppers and onions. reviewers suggest pouring the au jus on high simply earlier than devouring to “full the flavour equation“. Paulie’s additionally serves corned beef or Reubens on rye, Philly cheesesteaks, and Chicago-style sizzling canines. The trailer is open for under three hours Mondays by way of Saturdays, and Yelpers suggest being affected person with the lengthy lunchtime strains: “Grasp tight, Paulie will handle you.”
Yelpers say: “This hole-in-the-wall is a gem! The Italian Beef was one of the best I’ve ever had outdoors of Chicago. Excellent. Tender shaved beef, gentle roll and scrumptious aus jus, on it or as a facet to dip it in. Glorious spicy giardiniera straight from Chicago loaded on high. We chatted it up with Paulie. Nice service, nice man.” —Yelp Elite Peter Z.
29. Field of Cubans
What Yelpers say: “Field of Cubans has been a favourite of mine for years, going all the way in which again to after they have been contained in the fuel station off Falkenburg. It’s been superb to see how a lot they’ve grown, however even with all their success, the service and meals nonetheless have the identical love and keenness from their humble beginnings.
My go-to order is at all times the meat empanadas and Cuban toast–each absolute perfection. The empanadas have that good crisp, flaky crust with a flavorful, well-seasoned filling, and the Cuban toast is buttery, crunchy, and simply the correct amount of indulgent. Truthfully, although, you’ll be able to’t go incorrect with something on the menu.
I’m not even a giant espresso drinker, however their café con leche is next-level. Wealthy, easy, and simply candy sufficient–it’s a tremendous technique to begin the day. Whether or not you’re stopping in for a fast chunk or grabbing a full meal, Field of Cubans by no means disappoints.”-Steve D., Yelp Elite ’25
47. Gulf Coast Sourdough & Wild Yeast Breads
What Yelpers say: “This place is a hidden gem for anybody who loves home made recipes and contemporary, flavorful meals. Their sourdough is on one other level-everything is made in-house, and you’ll even purchase loaves of their scrumptious breads to take dwelling. Additionally they have chilly meals within the fridge for dinners.
Some other native Tampa sandwich retailers you assume ought to’ve made the checklist? Pontificate beneath.
