If you're on the hunt for some seriously lip smackin' good sandwiches in the Rockford area, you're in luck. There are tons of spots that serve up some of the best, most satisfying sandwiches around.

Everyone's taste buds are different.  Some crave an old-fashioned ham and cheese sandwich, others enjoy a sandwich loaded with everything in it that it's impossible to bite into.  Me?  I crave a grilled cheese sandwich every day of the week.

⬇️ Speaking of grilled cheese sandwiches, we have a ton of different hacks to perfecting the grilled cheese of your dreams.  Scroll further down to see it! ⬇️

From casual places, like Jason's Deli, to local spots that put a creative spin on old favorites, like Cheezy's Grilled Cheeses, there’s no shortage of options around here.

According to sandwich lovin' fans in Rockford, these are the best sandwich shops you must try in the region.  What should we add to the list?

Top Spots for Savory Sandwiches in the Rockford Area

• Cheezy’s Grilled Cheeses
• The Olympic Tavern
• Arthur's garden deli in Dixon
• Jersey Mike's
• Pour House Restaurant and Bar
• 640 Meats on Riverside
• Great Harvest Bread Co.
• Panino’s
• Pecatonica sandwich shop
• Luke's deli in Janesville
• Ernie’s Midtown Pub
• Buddy burgers
• Deli Italia
• Jason's Deli

What makes a sandwich "sandwich-y"?  Is it the ingredients?  Flavors?  The presentation?  How tall it is?  How many toppings it has?

It's funny, the #1 place tagged in the recommendations was Cheezy's Grilled Cheeses.  It's still a sandwich, don't underestimate the power of a gourmet grilled cheese.

No matter what you're looking for when you're ordering your next 'wich, maybe one of the places above can satisfy all those cravings.  There's really nothing like a local shop whipping up some of the most delicious foods around.

That's quality, baby.

Here are all the grilled cheese sandwich hacks you needed to spice up your grilled cheese game.  My hack?  Add some tomato soup on the side for dipping and you have yourself the perfect meal!

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