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Why People Go Crazy For This One Sandwich In Small Town Rhode Island

The Castle Luncheonette in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, is gaining popularity for its unique dynamite sandwich.

Published Mar 23, 2017

Written by 

Jeana DeLaire

Rhode Island is home to some pretty unique food items. Some popular examples include clam cakes, doughboys, hot wieners, and even Awful Awfuls. This one-of-a-kind sandwich served at select places in Woonsocket has been continuing to gain the attention of locals. Could it become another one of Rhode Island's staple foods?

The city of Woonsocket is a historic city located in Providence county featuring dozens of fantastic restaurants.

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One restaurant in particular, The Castle Luncheonette, is becoming increasingly popular for their unique sandwich known as the dynamite.

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The dynamite is a traditional recipe for the area and is as unique as it is delicious.

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Though often confused with sloppy joes, dynamites are so much more than that.

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The addition of veggies ranging from celery, green peppers, and onion makes it mouthwatering and extra special.

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Find the dynamite sandwich at The Castle Luncheonette at 420 Social Street in Woonsocket.

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For more on unique and fantastic recipes from Rhode Island, click here.

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