Cuban sandwich

American

noun

Chiefly Southern Florida and New York City.

a hero sandwich, especially with ham, pork, cheese, and pickles, often grilled.

Regionalisms

See hero sandwich.

Etymology

Origin of Cuban sandwich

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

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Ballpark classics here include hot dogs, soft pretzels and popcorn, but more food-focused fans may prefer Tony O’s Cuban sandwich or the Red Cow burger.

From Washington Post • May 19, 2022

Croquetas are as ubiquitous as the Cuban sandwich.

From New York Times • Feb. 22, 2022

The “classic” Cuban sandwich made our list of the best sandwiches our food critic ate this month.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 28, 2021

Chef and owner Rouha Sadighi’s menu includes the Andy Garcia Cuban sandwich, Kevin Bacon BLT and a breakfast burrito known as Rico Suave.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2019

Commissioner García finally came back to the restaurant and was especially pleased when he heard he could eat his favorite Cuban sandwich for dinner also.

From "The Epic Fail of Arturo Zamora" by Pablo Cartaya

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