There's more to the humble sandwich than just fillings packed between slices of bread (or crammed into a bun). This versatile handheld food comes in many different guises around the world, and each recipe speaks a lot about a place's culinary heritage. From shawarma wraps sold in Middle Eastern markets to comfort food classics like croque monsieur, we rank the world's best sandwiches, based on the enduring popularity of each in its place of origin and beyond.

Click or scroll through our gallery as we reveal the best sandwiches the world has to offer, each of which is an absolute must-try. How many have you tasted?

We've based our ranking on the enduring popularity of each sandwich in its place of origin and beyond, and on the opinions of our well-travelled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.