Piling meat and cheese between two pieces of bread is as American as apple pie, and, like pie, the bigger the better. You might think you know large portions, but there’s a restaurant in Illinois you may not know about that makes the largest sandwiches in the Midwest.

These dishes will surely blow your mind. Keep scrolling for more details about the gigantic portions at this eatery.

Since 1996, Lotawata Creek Southern Grill has been impressing the residents of Fairview Heights with the largest sandwiches in the state. The restaurant is privately owned and is often revered by local newspapers.
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This restaurant is a smokehouse first and foremost, and patrons enjoy a rustic atmosphere that features brick detail, old signs, and other vintage accents.
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By way of food, the restaurant is well-known for many different menu items but nothing beats the colossal sandwiches. You can get burgers, horseshoes, pork chop sandwiches, as well as chicken and steak sandwiches that are all bigger than your head.
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Try not to drool as you scroll through these delicious and gargantuan sandwiches.
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Other popular menu items include the ribs, steak, and breaded items like chicken. Lotawata Creek prides itself on using quality ingredients, and all meals are made fresh to order.
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Stop by with your family, co-workers, or friends for the largest sandwiches you've ever seen.

Lotawata Creek Southern Grill is located in Fairview Heights at 311 Salem Place, and you can get more information on its website or Facebook page.

If this place was right up your alley but not in your neighborhood, check out nine more restaurants in Illinois that serve gigantic portions.

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