The Best Sandwiches Ever Are Made At These 5 Places In New York

When you're exploring a new city or in the middle of a road trip, there isn't much that can rival a fantastic sandwich that hits the spot. And when you're traveling through upstate New York looking for the best eats in town, a trip to a longtime local deli can be exactly the right destination for a memorable lunch. If you find yourself in the vicinity of one of these favorite sandwich spots, rest assured you'll have plenty of fantastic options to choose from.

1. Marco's Italian Deli, Buffalo

This classic Italian restaurant is a local mainstay with much more than just sandwiches, but their "Sangwich" selection, not to mention their paninis and subs, will remind you why this one of locals' favorite sandwich spots in the area.

If you have a chance to stop by for lunch, treat yourself to the Big Bird, a mouthwatering combination of chicken fingers, bacon, mozzarella, and chipotle mayo.

2. Smoke Signals, Lake Placid

There's nothing better than a plate of barbecue nachos or a pulled pork sandwich that truly hits the spot, and this restaurant in Lake Placid, New York is one adventurers can rely on to deliver. Check out Smoke Signals in the heart of Lake Placid, where the chopped brisket is delicious and the views of the beautiful surrounding scenery are second-to-none.

3. Cardona's Market, Albany

This family-owned market in Albany opened in 1945 and is still serving up some of the tastiest homemade sausage, poultry, and beef at their deli.

They've got a wide variety of speciality sandwiches like the Cardona's Club and baked ciabatta sandwiches, and hot sandwiches like the "Fuh-Gettabout-it," with chicken cutlet, prosciutto, spinach and fresh mozzarella.

4. Park Avenue Paninoteca, Rochester

This eatery is tucked away in Murphy's Law Irish Pub, but it's got some of the best Italian food in town.

These melt-in-your-mouth sandwiches, from fried mozzarella to the classic reuben, will make for one of the most satisfying meals you've had all week.

5. Casa Italiana, Canandaigua

This local grocery and deli in Canandaigua specializes in homemade meats, cheeses and sausages. Whether you're looking for sandwiches, wraps, meat trays or even pizza, this is a great lunch spot if you're in the Finger Lakes region and are in need of a hearty meal.

A few other local hotspots for tasty sandwiches in Rossi's Roticceria Deli in Poughkeepsie, Saratoga's Broadway Deli in Saratoga Springs, and Wegman's in Syracuse.