Baumgartner's perhaps?
Regional Sandwiches You Need to Try in Your Lifetime! ;-)
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Another Philly classic is the Italian roast pork, sharp provolone, long hots and broccoli rabe on an Italian roll. Far superior to the cheesesteak IMHO.
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I remember when I was a student at Oregon State back in the '80s that the university president was, as my father would say, "a bit of a blue-nose." Which was to say he thought university students shouldn't have beer available too close to campus, because then they'd drink it. 
Then -- as now! -- that seems like a needlessly womperjawed perspective. So we got one pub across the street, then we got another one. After that, no more; but the two were pretty good and one of them was still in operation as of June this year when I was back in the old 'hood to see some friends.
The other pub had better food, though. There was at the time some silly law on the books that alcohol could only be served to patrons who purchased "food." Food in quotes because an order of "mojo potatoes" was "food." But for a buck they'd hand you a salami sandwich. Most people took the sandwich (representing a cheaper bribe to get beer) and then handed it back, still wrapped, when they left. Turned out, they used a pretty good grade of salami in that dollar sandwich. Two pieces bread, no mayo. But on the nacho bar you could snag a scoop of ranch dressing and some pickled veggies.
I realize I'm not makin' a real strong case, here.
But I ate a number of those sandwiches. I'd stop in around lunch time and snarf up a pitcher and a couple sandwiches, and that was enough fuel to get through the afternoon classes before some serious partying.
Ahh. Back in the day, when I had digestion.
O.H.
Then -- as now! -- that seems like a needlessly womperjawed perspective. So we got one pub across the street, then we got another one. After that, no more; but the two were pretty good and one of them was still in operation as of June this year when I was back in the old 'hood to see some friends.The other pub had better food, though. There was at the time some silly law on the books that alcohol could only be served to patrons who purchased "food." Food in quotes because an order of "mojo potatoes" was "food." But for a buck they'd hand you a salami sandwich. Most people took the sandwich (representing a cheaper bribe to get beer) and then handed it back, still wrapped, when they left. Turned out, they used a pretty good grade of salami in that dollar sandwich. Two pieces bread, no mayo. But on the nacho bar you could snag a scoop of ranch dressing and some pickled veggies.
I realize I'm not makin' a real strong case, here.
But I ate a number of those sandwiches. I'd stop in around lunch time and snarf up a pitcher and a couple sandwiches, and that was enough fuel to get through the afternoon classes before some serious partying.Ahh. Back in the day, when I had digestion.
O.H.
I have visited that place also, it is good. The place I remember was I think just outside Monroe maybe a little north and west.
A few years ago I discovered Tortas Ahogadas; the "Drowned Sandwich." When I'm back in the Old Country I often stay in a part of town that is heavily Latin@ because rooms are cheap, food is fantastic, the street vibe is groovy and people with narrow attitudes don't seem to be as thick on the ground. My brother, who lives in that area as well, spends most of the year hunting up interesting places to go eat when I come along one or two weeks out of the year.
One year we spent a few nights grazing little sit-down places that were buried inside markets, bakeries, butcher shops and convenience stores. Granted, some of the food we had was of the fill-the-tank, check-the-tires, grab-a-coke-and-a-burrito level, but most of it was most amazingly good. We had heard references to the Tortas at one place (his city was once blessed with a couple of old dudes who wrote a weekly column in the paper and went to some really off the wall places to eat) so we saddled up and roared down to the place.
A large robust bun, pile of shredded barbecue pork, fried onions and about a pint of some rather piquante chili de arbol sauce. Apparently the home tradition is to be man enough to eat the sandwich while wearing a white shirt, and still be wearing a white shirt when finished.
I also have a tradition for one day during my stay: start the morning with carne asada, take lunch with a platter of carne asada fries, and then wrap up the day with an Oregon Burrito: carne asada, fries, cheese and salsa fresca in a burrito.
Take me home and hang me over the fireplace; I'm stuffed.
O.H.
One year we spent a few nights grazing little sit-down places that were buried inside markets, bakeries, butcher shops and convenience stores. Granted, some of the food we had was of the fill-the-tank, check-the-tires, grab-a-coke-and-a-burrito level, but most of it was most amazingly good. We had heard references to the Tortas at one place (his city was once blessed with a couple of old dudes who wrote a weekly column in the paper and went to some really off the wall places to eat) so we saddled up and roared down to the place.
A large robust bun, pile of shredded barbecue pork, fried onions and about a pint of some rather piquante chili de arbol sauce. Apparently the home tradition is to be man enough to eat the sandwich while wearing a white shirt, and still be wearing a white shirt when finished.
I also have a tradition for one day during my stay: start the morning with carne asada, take lunch with a platter of carne asada fries, and then wrap up the day with an Oregon Burrito: carne asada, fries, cheese and salsa fresca in a burrito.
Take me home and hang me over the fireplace; I'm stuffed.
O.H.
I don't know if slow roasted brisket sandwiches are regional, but I sure love them here in the Southern States. I have a few books on BBQing and the authors from are all over, so I'm sure you can get them in a variety of places, but the first time I had one was here in Florida... and it was great.
Since then, my wife got me a Big Green Egg and I learned to slow roast/smoke brisket myself. It's a lot of fun.
Since then, my wife got me a Big Green Egg and I learned to slow roast/smoke brisket myself. It's a lot of fun.
Lobster roll
The Take Away, Norwood MA
Small place, large lobster rolls.
The Take Away, Norwood MA
Small place, large lobster rolls.
That looks great!
Yes, awesome lobster roll!
Order with mayo or just butter.
Order with mayo or just butter.
Here in my Kingdom [population, 1 [one]] the local delicacy is Corned Silver-side [salt beef to the uncouth] and Promite.
I love these! There are a few places here where I can get them on a croissant instead of a baguette. There’s a mom and pop liquor store downstairs from our office run by a Vietnamese family. They have a little restaurant operation in the back so I get a Bahn Mi sandwich from them once in a while. It’s not the best, but it’s good and I like giving them business. They only make it traditional with pork and pâté. And they don’t have croissant bread.
My mom's favorite was the pressed Cuban sandwich from Silver Ring Cafe in Ybor City, Florida. If we were driving to or through Tampa, we would swing by and grab one for her. Those minor detours are still among my fondest childhood memories.
My favorite sandwich is the "Big Frankie" from Frankie's Pizza and Italian Ristorante in Osprey, Florida. I was introduced to this sandwich many years ago when I was in high school and the restaurant was in Sarasota. I try to add a visit to my itinerary whenever I'm fortunate enough to be in town.
Thanks, @The Count of Merkur Cristo for making me more than a little homesick. It may be time to dig into my vacation hours and plan a trip.
Be well and stay safe
My favorite sandwich is the "Big Frankie" from Frankie's Pizza and Italian Ristorante in Osprey, Florida. I was introduced to this sandwich many years ago when I was in high school and the restaurant was in Sarasota. I try to add a visit to my itinerary whenever I'm fortunate enough to be in town.
Thanks, @The Count of Merkur Cristo for making me more than a little homesick. It may be time to dig into my vacation hours and plan a trip.
Be well and stay safe
Philly Cheesesteak!
Lived there for two years in the early 90s. Cheesesteak, salt & vinegar chips, and root beer!
Lived there for two years in the early 90s. Cheesesteak, salt & vinegar chips, and root beer!
Just to clarify, Vegemite is gross, it’s pork roll, not Taylor ham, and the pork-spinach sandwich is DEFINITELY NOT better than a Philly cheese steak.
Taylor Ham...or Pork Roll......
Pats....or Geno's.....
Catsup...or Ketchup...on a hot dog???
Asking for a friend...
Pats....or Geno's.....
Catsup...or Ketchup...on a hot dog???
Asking for a friend...
No self-respecting person puts ketchup on a hot dog. And definitely Pats (now that Jim’s burned down). Pork roll should stay in Jersey
Do you mean the pork spinach sandwich at John’s on Snyder Ave?
Yes, widely considered the best. DiNic’s in Reading Terminal also delivers a fine version.
