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
Still Open
Asheville, North Carolina
JJ’s Red Hots
Permanently Closed
Charlotte, North Carolina
Papi Queso Food Truck
Still Open
Charlotte, North Carolina
Pinky’s Westside Grill
Still Open
Charlotte, North Carolina
The Penguin
Still Open
Charlotte, North Carolina
Foothills Grange
Still Open
Black Mountain, North Carolina