We asked on Facebook: Who makes the best Reubens in Erie? We expected a few recommendations ... but apparently, we take our Reubens seriously in Erie! We had enough recommendations we decided to put together a quick article with Erie's Reuben recommendations!
Please note: This article was compiled in 2023. We have updated the information for 2024 as best we can.
Know of a great Reuben in town or a creative Reuben menu item we're missing? Let us know at karam@macaronikid.com and we'll add it to the list!
So just in time for St. Patrick's Day, here are our reader recommendations for where to get the best Reuben in Erie:
McGarrey's Oakwood Cafe
The No. 1 mention from readers!
Other mentions, in no particular order:
- Plymouth Tavern
- Lorie's Wildridge Restaurant
- U Pick 6 Public House
- New York Bagel & Deli
- Federal Hill Smokehouse
Thinking outside the sandwich box:
We were thinking sandwiches, but Erie's bakers and chefs are thinking outside the sandwich box with these yummy-sounding Reuben-inspired recommendations.
- Herb & Honey Bakery in Urbaniaks has the best Rueben stuffed pretzels, they are so good — Delanie
Editor note: Pre-orders for Herb & Honey Bakery Reuben pretzels is now closed. - It's a little out of The box, but Virgil's Plate is making a Reuben pizza this year with a caraway seed crust and homemade sauerkraut! — Courtney
- My Dad's Pizza & Deli in Harborcreek is featuring a Reuben pizza also. Theirs is on a pumpernickel crust and is sooo good — Andrea
- Avonia Tavern upon request makes a great Reuben quesadilla if you don’t want as much bread! So good. — Jill
Know a creative Reuben menu item we're missing? Let us know at karam@macaronikid.com and we'll add it to the list!
