Much like opening the doors of an advent calendar, peeling back the plastic on a Christmas supermarket sandwich has become a festive ritual – and one I approach with genuine excitement. Every year, supermarkets attempt to outdo one another with inventive flavour combinations and seasonal spins on familiar fillings: from pigs-in-blanket rolls and prawn cocktail subs to full roast-inspired creations wrapped in a Yorkshire pudding (Tesco is the place to go for that). Many have also launched festive sides to elevate the meal deal, but this time the focus is firmly on the star of the show: the best Christmas sandwiches, wraps and rolls.
To find the standout options, I sampled eight festive sandwiches straight from supermarket shelves. And, rather than relying solely on my own judgement, I also called in the wider IndyBest team, who put their tastebuds to work to help crown the best festive sarnie for 2025.
