Good old fashioned tuna sandwiches, gourmet paninis, authentic German brats, handmade Irish sandwiches, Greek gyros, and the classic burnt end sandwich served up with tangy KC Bar-B-Q sauce... whatever your sandwich preference, KC's restaurants dish up the best of the best!
Best Bar-B-Q Sandwiches:
Fiorella's Jack Stack: Multiple Locations. www.jackstackbbq.com
Fiorella's Jack Stack is known for more than their scrumptious pit beans, onion rings, coleslaw, and ribs... they also make a mean bar-b-q sandwich. Choose from the Poor Russ, a delicious burnt end sandwich on a sesame seed bun, or a variety of barbecue sandwiches with sliced meats or pulled pork on french rolls. They also offer salmon sandwiches, chicken sandwiches, and delicious hickory smoked prime rib sandwiches served with au jus!
Best Subs:
Jimmy John's: Multiple Locations. www.jimmyjohns.com
Jimmy John's serves up delicious 8 inch sub sandwiches on homemade French bread and they do it FAST! Order your favorite toppings from fresh veggies to sliced deli meats and delicious sauces and your sandwich will be ready for you as soon as you're ready to pay.
Best Peanut Butter:
BB's Lawnside Bar-B-Q:1205 E 85th in KCMO. 816.822.7427
For a simple update on the original, try the grilled PB&J on the kid’s menu at this barbeque favorite. The melt-in-your mouth gooeyness is the perfect way to eat peanut butter.
Best Panini:
The Ingredient: Multiple Locations. www.ingredientrestaurant.com
The Ingredient is known for using only the freshest of ingredients to create delicious salads, soups, sandwiches... and of course, their famous breakfasts! While we love their hot off the grill sandwich offerings and power packed wraps, the panini is our top pick. The toasted sandwiches with deli meat, gourmet cheeses, sauces, and toppings are delish!
Best Gyros:
Mr. Gyros:Multiple Locations. www.mrgyroskc.com
Mr. Gyros prepares authentic Greek sandwiches including classic gyros, chicken gyros, and vegetarian gyros. The restaurant also offers a specialty gyro just for Kansas City with marinated strips of steak seasoned and grilled with lettuce, tomatoes and onions. All gyros are served with homemade Tzatziki sauce, the cool cucumber dip we love.
Best Handmade Irish Sandwiches:
Browne's Irish Market:3300 Pennsylvania Ave., KCMO. 816.561.0030 www.brownesmarket.com
The Irish Market opened in Kansas City in 1887. It is now the fifth generation in the family carrying on the family tradition. Serving a wide variety of Irish delicacies. Enjoy handmade sandwiches, Irish Potato Soup, Irish Stew, Dublin Potato Salad, and more, as well as Irish souvenirs.
Best German Brats & Specialty Sausages:
Werner’s Fine Sausages: 5736 Johnson Drive in Mission, Kansas WernersWurst.com
Werner’s has been in the area since 1973 and sells specialty sausages including smoked Italian with mozzarella, potato sausage and German bratwurst. Pick out your favorite and have a summer barbeque for everyone to enjoy.
Best Steakburger:
Winstead's: 10 Locations, www.WinsteadsKC.com
Winstead’s has been a Kansas City staple since 1940. Perfecting the steakburger for generations, Winstead’s serves up flattened patties with crisp crusts of ground steak. Winstead's also serves tuna sandwiches and grilled cheese. Don't forget to order a signature milkshake or ice cream soda for a real diner experience.