Greasy, gourmet, meaty and veggie: this is an ode to those double-decker delights. A proper sandwich can be tough to find in Guangzhou, so we did our best to round up the leading pack. From classic and simple to inventive and complex, here are our top five picks:
The Gangster (pictured above)
A meal fit for a mobster, this beastly sandwich comes stacked with Argentinian topside steak, a fried egg, blue and mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, tomatoes and lettuce – all stuffed within the tasty confines of a ciabatta bun. Regularly referred to as Guangzhou’s sandwich Mecca, this sarnie is Mafia’s crown jewel. RMB60.
See listing for Mafia Restaurant and Bar (previously Capone’s).
The Party Animal
Crafted with the boisterous, indulgent-type in mind, this massive ‘wich combines two of the greatest comfort foods on earth, and it works. Designed by Executive Chef Kevin McKellar, the masterpiece comes double stacked and packed full of imported cheddar cheese, black forest ham and homemade mac ‘n’ cheese. RMB75.
See listing for The Brew Zhujiang.
The Socialite
Don’t let its prim and proper appearance fool you – this chic veggie sandwich packs a satisfyingly creamy, almost meaty punch with layered smashed white beans below and chunks of ripe avocado above. Finely sliced red onions and crisp cucumbers round out the medley of textures for an inventive, delectable bite. RMB35.
See listing for Social&Co.
The Homebody
A conventional newcomer with a hidden spicy side, CA1’s salami on white bread succeeds in, well, making ordinary cool again. It’s less about how this stacked snack looks and more about what’s inside – i.e. all-organic ingredients from California and innovative hints of freshly ground pepper and olive oil. RMB40.
See listing for CA1.
The Headbanger
If personified, this mess of a sandwich would be the shaggy, 32-year-old Metallica fan that hangs in the back alley beside the liquor store. It’s greasy, it’s messy and it’s stuffed with some pretty rad ingredients, including two types of processed cheese, mozzarella, a fried egg, caramelized red onions and house pico de gallo.RMB50.
See listing for Tristan’s CalMex Restaurant and Bar.
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