August is National Sandwich Month, and after having so much fun exploring local ice cream shops in July, I decided to keep the food adventure going.
Exploring Locally Owned Treasure Valley Sandwich Shops
This month, I’m on a mission to visit locally owned, Treasure Valley sandwich shops, where sandwiches aren’t just something on the menu, they’re the reason you walk through the door.
First Stop: The Fan-Favorite Fat Guys Fresh Deli
Our first stop? Fat Guys Fresh Deli.
With locations in Meridian, Boise and Caldwell, Fat Guys has built a loyal following by serving fresh, generously stacked sandwiches on soft challah buns. I’d eaten there before and remembered just how good it was. Last time, I ordered the Phat Pig, which was awesome, but I wanted to try something different.
A Look at Fat Guys Fresh Deli’s Signature Offerings
For this series, I’m not looking for one “best” sandwich. Instead, I want to experience the sandwiches that really represent each shop.
Savoring the Bleu Bronco: A Flavorful Experience
For me, that was the Bleu Bronco. Roast beef, bacon, blue cheese, pepper jack, lettuce, Fat Guy Sauce and au jus, all piled onto one of their fresh challah buns. It was outstanding.
The Perfect Bread and Fresh Ingredients
The first thing that stood out was the bread. Soft, fresh and sturdy enough to hold everything together without getting soggy. The roast beef was incredibly tender and piled on generously, while the blue cheese added just enough bite without overpowering the sandwich. Every ingredient tasted fresh, and the au jus tied everything together perfectly.
A Delightful Choice: The Thic Chic Sandwich
My wife ordered the Thic Chic, which is grilled chicken with bacon, pepper jack, lettuce, tomato, pepperoncini, mayo and honey garlic sauce. She added their Fire Sauce on the side because she wasn’t sure how much heat she wanted.
After one bite, she had one regret. “I should’ve put the Fire Sauce on the whole sandwich.”…