In this great city of ours, one could eat a different sandwich every day of the year—so that's what we'll do. Here's A Sandwich a Day, our daily look at sandwiches around New York. Got a sandwich we should check out? Let us know. —The Mgmt.

[Photo: Carey Jones]

They're great for vegetarians, their desserts are to die for, but the crowds and no-reservation policy have put some off this otherwise charming Park Slope trattoria. Solution? Go at lunch, served Wednesday through Sunday. And if you're not in the mood for pasta, the pork belly sandwich is an excellent alternative: the thin cuts of meat cooked until crispy, through and through, on focaccia with slices of tomato. Like a more exciting BLT.

Al Di La

248 5th Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11215 (map)
718-636-8888
aldilatrattoria.com