20 Unbelievably Tasty Sandwich Ideas That Will Take Your Lunch to the Next Level
Tired of the same old lunch routine? These 20 unbelievably tasty sandwich ideas will add excitement to your midday meal with bold flavors, creative combinations, and easy-to-make recipes. Whether you’re craving something warm and melty, fresh and crunchy, or packed with protein, there’s a sandwich here for every craving. Get ready to upgrade your lunch with these irresistible, next-level creations!
Smoked Salmon Bagels

Smoked Salmon Bagels or lox bagel with cream cheese is such a classic and elegant breakfast, lunch or brunch recipe, that can be put together easily and quickly. An open face salmon bagel sandwich can be customized to your taste. Herb cream cheese, red onion slices, fresh dill and briny capers are one of our favorite combos!
Fluffernutter Sandwich Recipe
A Fluffernutter Sandwich is a creamy, soft, salty, sweet treat perfect for any kid or kid at heart. Two slices of white bread are stuffed with creamy peanut butter and marshmallow fluff for a sticky and satisfying sandwich.
Instant Pot BBQ Crack Chicken Sandwiches
Instant Pot BBQ Crack Chicken Sandwiches are a smokey, savory twist on the original Crack Chicken. You still have the cream cheese, ranch, chicken, bacon and shredded cheese but adding in BBQ sauce really takes this up a notch!
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Make delicious Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches in under 30 minutes for a tasty dinner – gameday or not! Spicy buffalo chicken combines with a tangy blue cheese coleslaw for a sandwich match truly made in heaven.
Panzanella Sandwich
You’ve heard of a panzanella salad made with onions, tomatoes, and toasted bread…. but have you ever thought of turning that into a panzanella sandwich? Keep reading for a delicious recipe for a new classic!
Croque Monsieur Recipe
If you’re looking for delicious French food, a croque monsieur sandwich is the perfect place to start. This ham and cheese sandwich recipe is layered with bechamel sauce and broiled cheese for a crispy, decadent, and delicious breakfast or brunch recipe.
Sriracha Apple Grilled Cheese
Now this, is a sandwich worth gushing over! The classic grilled cheese sandwich will always have a place in our hearts, but if you’re looking to kick things up a notch, you have to try this Sriracha apple grilled cheese! Sweet apples, melty cheese, and a little heat nestled between two pieces of crispy, buttery bread – yum!
Chicken Club Sandwich
I am a chicken club sandwich lady, and this one is my very fave. Quick, fresh, and flavorful, it’s bound to be your new fixation meal.
Peameal Bacon Sandwich
This Peameal Bacon Sandwich is the best breakfast sandwich! It features Canadian Bacon caramelized in real maple syrup, topped with an egg, cheese, avocado, and mayonnaise. Need I say more?
Cuban Medianoche Sandwich Recipe
This Cuban sandwich is a perfect, filling lunch or a fun, late-night snack. It’s piled high with pork, ham, mustard, pickles and Swiss cheese and then grilled to perfection. You’re going to love this Cuban Recipe!
Churrasco Steak Sandwich from Chile
This sandwich from Chile features delicious churrasco steak. You can cook the steak in a cast iron skillet and then layer it on a sandwich with avocado, tomatoes, and mayonnaise!
Croque Madame Sandwich
This sandwich is the perfect simple and impressive brunch recipe. The Croque Madame takes a normal ham and cheese sandwich up a notch by including bechamel sauce and an over easy egg to top it all off.
Pan con Pollo Salvadoreño Recipe
This Salvadoran chicken sandwich recipe called Pan con Pollo is made using stewed chicken, bread, and fresh sliced vegetables. The chicken is stewed on the bone in a tomato sauce that tenderizes it and gives it so much flavor! Check out how to make this Salvadoran speciality below!
Sincronizadas (Mexican Ham and Cheese Sandwich)
Sincronizadas are a Mexican ham and cheese sandwich, melted between two crispy flour tortillas. This dish is quick to make and very satisfying, making it perfect for a quick lunch or dinner on a busy evening.
Romesco and Bacon Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This romesco bacon grilled cheese sandwich is a delicious twist on the grilled cheese theme. It combines piquant romesco sauce with bacon, smoked cheddar and arugula to create a feast of flavors that makes a perfect lunch.
Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches
This easy Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwich recipe makes the most amazing savory sandwiches loaded with juicy shredded meat, melted provolone cheese, and pepperoncinis or giardiniera!
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Who doesn’t love a good chicken sandwich recipe? If you’re looking for something that doesn’t take too much time and can be thrown together easily, then you’ve come to the right place.
Cheesy Pizza Sandwich
I might catch some flack for the title of this post. Can you guess why? It is all in the name: Cheesy Pizza Sandwiches… or grilled cheese. Although some folks just prefer pepperoni sandwich.
Mango Chicken Salad Sandwich
This Mango Chicken Salad Sandwich is quick and easy to make, and loaded with sweet, spicy and slightly tangy flavors! Load up this tasty chicken salad in a sandwich with your favorite toppings for an easy light lunch. It’s naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for meal prep!
Pan Bagnat French Tuna Sandwich
Pan bagnat is a tuna sandwich from Nice, France, it’s essentially a Niçoise salad on a bun it’s yummy & made from store cupboard staples. My version combines tinned tuna with olive tapenade, anchovies, garlic, and red wine vinegar. The sandwich is topped with boiled egg, tomatoes, basil, spring onion and radishes.