The Lanford Lunchbox

A sandwich is one of the most essential items in American food culture. It brings people together. No matter what socio-economic background one comes from, his or her community has a great sandwich. Take the Loose Meat Sandwich from Lanford, Illinois, for example.

And please note: just because the Lanford Lunchbox didn't originate the sandwich, they sure perfected it. It's like a Sloppy Joe without the sloppy part.

The version at the Lunch Box is a blend of chuck and sirloin. The meat's grease is the main condiment mixed in with the onion, beef broth, butter, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in between an oversized, store-bought, steamed bun.

Regarding customer service, one never knows what side of the bed the front-of-the-house staffer woke up on. You might get waited on, you might not.

It's Americana at its finest.