A State-by-State Guide to America's Best Breakfast Sandwiches

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Iowa: The Dandy Lion

The Dandy Lion in Iowa City is a beloved local café with a casual lunch-counter vibe, celebrated for its stellar breakfast sandwiches. Its offerings range from a classic egg-and-cheese sandwich on a sweet Hawaiian roll (baked in-house) to inventive, globally inspired specials that push the envelope. One day’s creation might feature smoky local Duroc ham layered with a crispy potato fritter and a tangy Calabrian chili relish on that fluffy roll, while another highlights a maple-drenched fried chicken thigh on a flaky buttermilk biscuit for a sweet-and-spicy Southern twist. Thanks to a focus on high-quality ingredients and deft execution, The Dandy Lion has cemented its status as a breakfast institution – and a must-visit for any breakfast sandwich lover in Iowa.