The Best Sandwiches in Los Angeles, According to Our Food Writers

Sandwiches abound in Los Angeles. It’s home to the creator of French dip (either Philippe’s or Cole’s, both claim the title) and what might be the world’s best pastrami sandwiches (Langer’s, number 19, right?). It’s the headquarters of TikTok’s sandwich king and a hub for tastemakers from Italian schiacciata specialists to retro-sando revivalists. There’s no better city to live in for sandwich lovers.

Explore the new and the old (and the hot and the cold) with a guide to the LA Times Food staff’s favorite sandwiches, plus information on the best Italian sandwiches and tuna melts, where to find Chicago-style Italian beef sandwiches, and recipes from Los Angeles chefs.