Chicago Brauhaus

4732 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL

773-784-4444

Overall:C(2.5/5.0 stars)
Value:C+(3.0/5.0 stars)
Atmosphere:B+(4.0/5.0 stars)
Service:B+(4.0/5.0 stars)
Taste:D+(2.0/5.0 stars)
Presentation:C-(2.2/5.0 stars)
Chicago Brauhaus

Reuben Details

Sandwich Name: Reuben ($8.95)

Menu Description: none

Included Side Items: various

Presentation: Served as an open sandwich with no dressing or sauerkraut.


Review -

Review Date: Feb 24, 2007

Overall:C(2.5/5.0 stars)
Value:C+(3.0/5.0 stars)
Atmosphere:B+(4.0/5.0 stars)
Service:B+(4.0/5.0 stars)
Taste:D+(2.0/5.0 stars)
Presentation:C-(2.2/5.0 stars)

In search of a decent Reuben within Chicago's city limits, I was pleased to see a Reuben on the menu of this German establishment. Surely, an establishment reknowned for its European cuisine would challenge the dearth of decent Chicago Reubens! Only to be utterly disappointed! I was served an open sandwich, no dressing, no sauerkraut (in a German restaurant?!) with almost tastless and stringy pastrami smothered in melted Swiss (I asked, it was not corned beef). I opted for steamed veggies on the side--they were clearly the highlight--but no dill pickle. At $8.95, it's reasonable by Chicago standards, but still no bargain. Order the weinerschnitzel, those who did were happier than I. I'm certain a Reuben is to be found somewhere in this city. Against my doctor's advice I continue my quest, risking early death and gastronmic mediocrity. Before I die, however, I want to sink my teeth into a sandwich like the one I ate at Corky & Lennies in Cleveland many, many years ago.