# Hearty Summer Sandwich Lineups Denny's New Summer of Sandwiches Menu Features a Trio of New Dishes By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2024-06-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-of-sandwiches-menu References: [brandeating](https://www.brandeating.com/2024/06/dennys-three-new-sandwiches-summer-2024.html)  Denny's is putting sandwiches on the menu this summer with the debut of its aptly named "Summer of Sandwiches menu.' Perfect for fans of this handheld staple, the new Summer of Sandwiches menu features a trio of brand-new sandwiches to choose from. First up is the Spicy Brisket Melt, which stars slow-smoked brisket burnt ends layered with caramelized onions, scrambled eggs, slices of white cheddar and American cheeses, and a chipotle aioli on artisan bread. Next up is the [Sweet & Smoky BLT&E](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blimpie-southern-and-spicy-sandwiches), which features a whopping four strips of bacon, along with two eggs, lettuce, tomato, and a sweet and savory bacon jam, served on grilled artisan bread. Lastly, there's the [Bacon Obsession Burger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-of-smash-menu), which boasts a hand-pressed beef patty, two bacon strips, two slices of aged white cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, and bacon jam, all served on a brioche bun. The Summer of Sandwiches menu is available now through August 20, 2024. Image Credit: Denny's ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 25% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gourmet Breakfast Sandwiches:** With upscale ingredients like slow-smoked brisket and artisan bread, gourmet breakfast sandwiches are reinventing the morning meal. - **Bacon-centric Menu Items:** Inspired by the popular Sweet & Smoky BLT&E and Bacon Obsession Burger, bacon-centric menu items are becoming a focal point in casual dining. - **Seasonal Sandwich Offerings:** Restaurants like Denny's are leveraging limited-time seasonal sandwich offerings to entice customers with fresh, unique flavors. ### Who This Affects Most - **Casual Dining:** The introduction of distinctive sandwich options highlights how the casual dining sector is innovating to attract diverse customer preferences. - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains stand to gain from inspired sandwich creations that merge traditional favorites with gourmet twists. - **Artisan Bread Production:** Artisan bread production sees growth opportunities as more restaurants seek high-quality bases for premium sandwich offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [BBQ Chicken Brioche Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbq-bacon-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Artisan-Inspired Diner Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dennys-permanent-menu.md) - [Seasonal Freestyle Diner Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dennys-the-clocks-off-menu.md) - [Pickled Jalapeño Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-hammy-spice-breakfast-sandwich.md) - [Thick-Cut Bacon Breakfasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hormel-black-label-bacon-slam.md) - [Holiday Meal-Inspired Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turkey-feast-sandwich.md) - [All Day Diner Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valuefocused-menu.md) - [Low-Cost Summertime Diner Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slams-for-10.md) - [TikTok-Inspired Diner Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/social-stars-influenced-menu.md)