Here’s Where to Find the Best Roast Beef Sandwich in Minnesota

Everyone’s idea of comfort food is unique, but most would agree that meatloaf, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and sandwiches rank high on the list.

A list of the best of the best roast beef sandwiches was just released, and you’ll need to travel to a little family restaurant just west of the Twin Cities to find the best in Minnesota.

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A Unique Midwest Twist on Roast Beef

Minnesota’s best roast beef sandwich is a little different from some of the other options on the list. Bump’s Family Restaurant in Glencoe, MN, serves what is known as a “commercial sandwich.” It’s roast beef between two slices of bread, served with mashed potatoes and smothered in gravy.

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The term “commercial sandwich” comes from a time when traveling salesmen would need a quick meal while traveling through towns via train.

What Makes Bump’s Sandwich Stand Out

Cheapism.com says the sandwich is served with pot-roast-style roast beef with homemade mashed potatoes and gravy. Speaking of gravy, each sandwich is served with a whopping 12 ounces of gravy!

According to Bump’s Family Restaurant website, the “Full Beef Commercial” sandwich is $15. They also offer a turkey and a loaded breakfast version of the sandwich.

A Glencoe Gem Since 1987

Bump’s Family Restaurant has been serving homemade comfort food in Glencoe since 1987 and is highly rated with a 4.5-star rating on Google.

Roast Beef Sandwiches Across America

The roast beef sandwich is known by many different names and variations around the country. The “commercial sandwich” is mainly a Midwest thing. Chicago has the “Italian Beef,” Los Angeles is home to the “French Dip,” and New York has the “Beef on Weck.”