Did you know that the Reuben was invented in the American Midwest? Or that the Masters golf tournament in Georgia is famous for its pimento cheese sandwiches? Some of the world’s greatest sandwiches were created in the US. Here, we've ranked America's best original sandwiches, from state delicacies you may not have tasted (or perhaps even heard of) to timeless classics that everyone loves – revealing the best places to try them.

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover the fascinating stories behind America's favourite sandwiches, as we count down to the best of them all.

We've based our ranking on the enduring popularity of each dish in its place of origin and beyond, and on the opinions of our well-travelled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.

America's very best sandwich creations, ranked