Sandwich Restaurants in North Carolina – Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

Sandwich Restaurants in North Carolina

When Guy Fieri rolls into North Carolina with his signature enthusiasm, the Tar Heel State delivers some serious sandwich game. From 2007 to 2026, Triple D has spotlighted 6 sandwich joints across the state, with Charlotte emerging as the undisputed champion, claiming 4 of those coveted features. The good news? Five of these flavor-packed destinations are still serving up the goods today.

North Carolina’s sandwich scene on the show boasts an impressive 4.5-star average rating, and it’s easy to see why. In Asheville, Huli Sue’s leads the pack with a stellar 4.8-star rating, while Charlotte’s JJ’s Red Hots (4.6 stars) and the mobile marvel Papi Queso Food Truck (4.5 stars) keep the Queen City well-fed and satisfied. Whether you’re craving creative takes on classic comfort food or bold new flavor combinations, these Guy-approved spots prove that North Carolina knows how to stack a sandwich right.

Ready to take your own trip to Flavortown? Here’s your guide to the sandwich stops that made Guy say “Winner, winner, chicken dinner!”

Huli Sue’s

Huli Sue’s

Still Open

Asheville, North Carolina

★★★★☆ 4.8
Episode 575: Southern, Sweets, and Spam
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JJ’s Red Hots

JJ’s Red Hots

Permanently Closed

Charlotte, North Carolina

★★★★☆ 4.6
Episode 336: Swiss, Sandwiches and Sausage
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Papi Queso Food Truck

Papi Queso Food Truck

Still Open

Charlotte, North Carolina

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 336: Swiss, Sandwiches and Sausage
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Pinky’s Westside Grill

Pinky’s Westside Grill

Still Open

Charlotte, North Carolina

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 279: Racing Through Charlotte
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The Penguin

The Penguin

Still Open

Charlotte, North Carolina

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 3: Blue Plate Special
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Foothills Grange

Foothills Grange

Still Open

Black Mountain, North Carolina

★★★★☆ 4.3
Episode 576: Hot Dogs, Hot Knots, and Hot Ramen
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