If you walk into an old school Italian deli that has the vibe of a waiting room — fluorescent lighting, flimsy white paneled ceiling, and a few fridges and deli cases clinging to the walls — it's almost a guarantee that you're in for an absurdly delicious Italian sub. In fact, that's where many of the subs on this list come from: Humble, largely unadorned, yet uniquely beautiful temples where footlong offerings of sliced meats send you to sandwich heaven.
Also called an Italian hoagie or hero, the classic, ultimate sandwich features a variety of cold cuts like salami, prosciutto, soppressata, and capicola, making for a monstrously meaty affair. Add some mozzarella or provolone, banana peppers, shredded lettuce, and tomatoes, and you've got it; feel free to slather on some mayo, too, though that might earn you some side eye.
