Club sandwich

A club sandwich with fries photographed in Kimos, Liverpool, 6th August, 2005

General

A club sandwich, also called a clubhouse sandwich, is a type of sandwich which originated in the United Kingdom. Club sandwiches are usually served with a side of french fries, and perhaps a sprig of parsley. A club sandwich is frequently served as a double-decker sandwich, requiring three (rather than two) slices of toasted bread. The club is a staple of British food, and can be found in nearly any location. Many consumers eat their club sandwiches with a modest helping of ketchup or similar condiment, although some fanatics are vehemently opposed to such practices.

Ingredients and variants

Standard ingredients

• Chicken breast
• Bacon
• Lettuce
• Tomato
• Mayonnaise
• Toasted Bread

Common variants

• Ham
• Roast beef
• Swiss cheese
• Cheddar cheese
• Mustard

May also contain a "secret sauce," which is usually particular to a specific restaurant. Club sandwiches made in the southwestern United States often include some type of chilli or pepper in order to give it a "local" flair.

International

In Denmark a club sandwich refers to a toasted bread or bun sandwich with a filling of chicken, curry dressing, bacon, and usually lettuce and tomato.

In the USA a club sandwich is more typically served with turkey rather than chicken.

In Canada, some of the best and most traditional Clubs are found in (ironically, seeing that it is of British origin) Quebec, where it is fairly standard on take-out and "casse-croute" (snack bar) menues.