Think you know the best sandwich shop in Iowa? Ask ten people, and you'll likely get ten different answers. Lifestyle and travel publication Only In Your State is weighing in on which shop deserves the title of Iowa's best sandwich spot. Only In Your State recently released its newest 50 Best list, highlighting the best sandwich shops in every U.S. state. The honor of Iowa's best sandwich shop, according to Only In Your State, goes to Canteen Lunch in the Alley in Ottumwa. canteeninthealley is a mom-and-pop-style diner that has been in operation since 1927. The diner has been at its current location, which is in an alley beneath a parking garage, since 1936. The parking garage was built around the diner in the early 2000s. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story. #Ottumwa #Iowa #DesMoinesFoodie #DesMoinesEats