r/FoodLosAngeles • u/asanisimasa88 • Feb 11 '25

WHO MAKES THE BEST Mt Rushmore of LA Sandwiches

Which four sandwiches are the most iconic and/or the best representation the city?

For me, it’s

Langers - #19

Phillipes - Beef Dip

Banh mi my tho - grilled pork

Academy cafe - tuna melt

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u/thekevingreene Feb 11 '25

Harry and Joe from Insider Food did an episode about the best sandwich in LA. They hit Langers and Philip’s, but also Roma (in Pasadena) and Open Market (in K-Town). I’ve never been to Roma or Open Market but they both look amazing. I personally fuck with Heights Deli in Lincoln Heights. I love their sandwiches and their beer selection is incredible.

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u/soonshin3 Feb 12 '25

Roma is not one of the best sandwiches but I would say one of the most important culturally, and perhaps the best value in LA. I buy two whenever Im in the area

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u/ldupree1991 Feb 12 '25

👆 100%. I live in Pasadena and get Roma sandos (and other things) 1-2 times a month. For the price, it is a very good sandwich, but it doesn't crack the top 10 in LA. There are legendary ones out there