Zingerman’s Delicatessen: The Ann Arbor Deli Behind the Numbered Sandwiches and the Reuben
Zingerman's Delicatessen opened in Ann Arbor in March 1982. Founders, the name, the numbered sandwiches, the #2 Reuben and a 2014 presidential lunch.
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Famous Sandwich Shops
The restaurants, stands and counters behind well-known sandwiches.
Pat’s King of Steaks and Geno’s Steaks: The South Philadelphia Cheesesteak Corner
Pat's King of Steaks and Geno's Steaks face each other at a South Philadelphia corner. Founders, dates, ordering and where the sources disagree.
Langer’s Delicatessen: The No. 19 Pastrami Sandwich at 704 South Alvarado Street
Langer's Delicatessen has served the No. 19 pastrami sandwich in Los Angeles since 1947. Sources on Al Langer, the double-baked rye, awards and the address.
Primanti Bros.: The Strip District Sandwich With the Fries Inside
Primanti Bros. began as a 1933 Pittsburgh cart and put fries and slaw inside the sandwich. Sources on Joe Primanti, the potato story and the company's...
Katz’s Delicatessen: The Lower East Side Pastrami Counter at 205 East Houston Street
Katz's Delicatessen on the Lower East Side is known for hand-carved pastrami and a 1989 film scene. Sources on its disputed 1888 founding and its owners.
