Barbecue · $
1 Jay's Famous Roast Pork & Beef
RR PA-118, Dallas
- Take-Out
“I really thought I missed the memo on something 10 years ago when they moved into the corner building at the end of Route 118, like they were an ultra-popular, established behemoth of roast pork sandwiches. Second only to the cheesesteak in Philly, the roast pork sandwich (with sharp provolone and broccoli rabe) is a savory staple for sandwich seekers everywhere. I tell no lies when I say, this holds up to ’em all. Some swear by John's or DiNic's, but you don't have to hop on the turnpike to get your roast pork fix. This is one of my absolute favorite sandwiches of all time; you can go the traditional route I mentioned above, add those long hots if you want, or even swap the broccoli rabe for spinach, which has that same garlicy goodness and slightly bitter bite that cuts through the richness. I did opt for the sharp provolone, added roasted red peppers and the spinach, but what makes this sandwich extra special is the au jus soak. I would certainly eat this reheated, and I would never turn one down hours or days later (they have beef and turkey for meat options as well), but eating it fresh and hot is unmatched. I had to dig in right away, so I pulled up a stool at the narrow window counter and unwrapped this bad boy. DO NOT EAT THIS IN YOUR CAR…it deserves so much more respect than that; get sloppy, go all-in, use more napkins than on wing night. Oh, and don't sleep on the soup: the creamy onion was unique and flavorful, and I've heard that the rotation and quality of daily soups is detour-worthy as well!”
