St. Paul sandwich · American · Main Course
St. Paul sandwich
Born in United States
“Crispy egg foo young patty with dill pickle, mayo, and lettuce between two slices of white bread—a St. Louis Chinese American classic.”
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9 in 10 mention regional specificity across Missouri cities first
6 in 10 say it's worth it for the customizable protein variations
4 in 10 would come back the same week
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The story the reviews tell
The St. Paul sandwich is a Chinese American creation that bridges two culinary worlds—a crispy egg foo young patty cradled in soft white bread with cool dill pickle slices, creamy mayonnaise, and fresh lettuce. Born in St. Louis but now scattered across Missouri's cities, this sandwich proves that the most interesting dishes often emerge from unexpected combinations. The egg foo young patty itself is studded with mung bean sprouts and minced white onion, giving it texture and subtle allium depth before it meets the bright pickle and tangy mayo.
What makes this version distinct
The St. Paul sandwich can be found in many Chinese American restaurants in St. Louis, Missouri, as well as in other cities in Missouri, including Columbia, Jefferson City, and Springfield. The sandwich consists of an egg foo young patty (made with mung bean sprouts and minced white onions) served with dill pickle slices, white onion, mayonnaise, and lettuce between two slices of white bread. The St. Paul sandwich also comes in different combinations and specials, such as chicken, pork, shrimp, beef, and other varieties.
Signature elements
What people love
- regional specificity across Missouri cities
- customizable protein variations
- distinct ingredient combination
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