All hail the Reuben sandwich – an American-born creation of the early-1900s, traditionally consisting of corned be*f, sauerkraut, Swiss che*se, and Russian dressing, often associated with kosher delicatessens. These days, the tangy, probiotic sandwich is desired globally – including at FacePlant Foods in Edinburugh, Scotland where we had an outrageously tasty number – and in South Australia alike.
Whether you’re into succulent vegan me*ts or a veggie alternative, there’s a vegan Reuben in Adelaide fit for your taste buds. But if not, check out our guides to the best Italian sandwiches in Adelaide, and the best vegan banh mi in Adelaide if you’re into Vietnamese flavours.
1. BRKLYN, Adelaide
Perched above the Rundle Street crowds sits BRKLYN, a New York-inspired gin and cocktail bar complete with a wee kitchen that’s doing the most. As highlighted in our guide to the best vegan fried chick*n in Adelaide, BRKLYN dish out almighty house-made me*ts that are most certainly utilised in their Reuben sandwich. Wedged between two big ol’ slices of toasted rye lies: Swiss che*se, sauerkraut, secret sauce, and of course, the peppery pastr*mi – complemented by a side of potato crisps, and dill pickles. It’s both hefty and heavenly.
Price: $22
Where: 260-262 Rundle St, Adelaide
2. Brightstar Brewing, Thebarton
Hidden within the depths of Thebarton’s industrial precinct, Brightstar Brewing kicks back with airy, sunlight vibrations aplenty. The neighbourhood brewhouse keeps it cool, and offer up a more-so healthful Reuben alternative to its me*ty counterparts, employing the trusty beetroot as the pastr*mi element. And it isn’t a Reuben without: sauerkraut, Swiss che*se, mustard, and homemade Reuben sauce upon toasted rye.
Price: Not disclosed on menu
Where: 35-37 Stirling St, Thebarton
3. Clara Cakes, Lobethal
As seen in our guides to the entirely vegan cafes and restaurants of Adelaide, and the best vegan-friendly bakeries in Adelaide, Clara Cakes is doing God’s work – supplying cafes across Adelaide with their scrumptious treats, as well as their Lobethal outpost in the Adelaide Hills. Clara Cakes is commonly known for its sweet baked goods, but we’ll have you know that the bakehouse is now producing Reuben croissants complete with: mozzar*lla, sauerkraut, Plantitude pastr*mi, and seeded mustard, topped off with ‘everything bagel seasoning’. Word on the street is that proper sandwiches and soups are coming soon.
Price: $8
Where: 75 Main St, Lobethal
4. The Flying Fig, North Adelaide
Another one here for the veggie-lovers thanks to The Flying Fig in North Adelaide – paying homage to the Jewish delicatessens of New York City. With five Reuben sandwiches across their menu, it’d be rude not to flaunt one for the vegan community of Adelaide. The Flying Fig’s rendition sees: capsicum, zucchini, tomato, house-made sauerkraut of cabbage with kohlrabi and caraway, spinach, and mushroom on grilled dark rye. Is it just a sandwich, or is it a Reuben? We’ll let you be the judge of that.
Price: $24.90
Where: 161 Jeffcott St, North Adelaide
5. Curiositeas, Adelaide
With another feature in our guide to Adelaide’s completely vegan cafes and restaurants, Curiositeas is Rundle Street’s quaint tearoom boasting a Victorian-style ambiance from their second-floor eatery. Curiositeas keeps it down-to-earth with their humble Reuben, utilising: jackfruit, che*se, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on rye. The jackfruit in question is braised and pulled, creating that familiar, fibrous corned be*f mouthfeel.
Price: $15.50
Where: Level 1/240 Rundle St, Adelaide
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