Earl of Sandwich®

Sink your teeth into a 250-year legacy of specialty sandwiches perfected by the inventor’s own family.

Home of “The World’s Greatest Hot Sandwich!"®
Taste the difference—experience flavor sensations fit for royalty with the sandwich that started it all!

Hungry? Stop by the Earl of Sandwich to feast on this popular eatery’s incredible selection of signature hot sandwiches, pizza breads, soups, salads, sides, wraps and decadent desserts. Located in the Downtown Disney District, Guests can enjoy their meal al fresco on the red patio or to-go, as intended by the clever inventor of the sandwich—a resourceful British statesman looking to eat without taking time away from his tasks.

Each savory creation begins with artisan loaves baked to perfection and piled high with choice ingredients, including premium meats roasted fresh daily using cherished family recipes. It’s easy to see why the Original 1762 garners top billing after just one bite of the tender Angus roast beef, sharp cheddar cheese and creamy horseradish sauce. The Earl’s Club and The Full Montagu® (stuffed with turkey and roast beef) both pay homage to the Earl himself, while newer options like chipotle chicken avocado, holiday turkey and Caprese sandwiches rise amongst the ranks as fan favorites.

The Story Behind the Sandwich
Learn the centuries-old story behind this quick ‘n’ easy palate-pleaser that changed dining forever.

In 1762, the world’s first fast food was named after its creator, John Montagu—a noted explorer, British naval commander and the 4th Earl of Sandwich. Lore has it that his day-into-night love of gambling led Montagu to put meat between 2 slices of bread to satisfy his need for nourishment without stepping away from the card table. This ingenious idea quickly caught on as savvy cohorts began requesting “the same as Sandwich!” The rest, as they say, is history.

Some 250 years later, his descendants—the current 11th Earl and the Sandwich family—continue a proud family tradition of crafting quality sandwiches with the freshest ingredients available. Such dedication to perfecting their namesake makes it easy for anyone, earl or otherwise, to enjoy great meals on the go!