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FOOD & DRINK
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Get ready to embark on a flavor-packed journey as we unveil the sandwich secrets of Cortland County! From towering
classics to offbeat delights, this list spills the beans (and condiments) on the local sammie sensations.

DOUG’S FISH FRY PONTILLO’S
Must-try: This staple doesn’t mess around Must-try: Is there anything better than Italian meatballs in tomato
when it comes to fried fish. The fresh fish sauce with melted mozzarella? We’ll wait. Try this classic, the Meatball
is breaded, fried and served skinless atop a Parmigiana, in your choice of a white or wheat toasted roll.
seeded bun that covers maybe a third of the
large filet. Add tartar sauce for an extra kick. TRUXTON OUTPOST
Must-try: Five ingredients are all that’s needed to make this supremely
GORGERS CORTLAND satisfying sandwich that strikes the best balance of salty and sweet.
Must-try: Here, the sandwiches are served Meet The McGraw–ham, brushfire bacon and Swiss cheese drizzled
on housemade bread including the banh mi, with honey.
loaded with shredded beef or pork belly,
along with mayo, cucumbers, pickled carrots, NICKY C’S
sriracha, hoisin and cilantro. Must-try: If you’re only going to try one
sandwich, make it the Chicken Panuozzi,
NEW YORK BAGEL with marinated chicken, fontina cheese,
Must-try: Peruse the menu above the deli pesto, arugula and Vinny’s Italian hot pepper
counter to find your perfect sandwich, spread on focaccia, which makes it easy to
although it’s worth shouting out the Kickin’ bite into, but not too mushy.
Chicken, with lettuce, avocado, salsa, chipotle
mayo and cheddar. QUEEN SUBS
Must-try: Your end-of-week lunch should be a giant Taco Sub
M&D DELI
smothered in sour cream, taco seasoned meatballs, your choice
Must-try: Great choices include the Garlic Beef Grinder and The
of veggies and topped with crushed Doritos.
Turkey Italiano, but one standout for its simplicity and excellence is
the Classic Reuben, generously stuffed with corned beef, sauerkraut,
Swiss Cheese & Russian Dressing on Rye (pictured below). Gluten-Free Meals

5 TO TRY:
YOUR GLUTEN-FREE ADVENTURE
STARTS HERE
1. Bob’s BBQ
BBQ Chicken with Salt Potatoes
and Sweet Corn
2. Brix Pubaria
Hot Honey
Brick Oven Pizza

3. Dasher’s Corner Pub
Clam Chowder
4. Smash Me 607
Philly Cheese Steak Fries

5. Trax Pub & Grill
The Elk in Rut
Communicate any dietary restrictions with staff for optimal
accomodation of your needs.

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