Week: Thur.
July 14th
Have you ever wondered why fried chicken automatically tastes
better in the deep south? Or ponder the fact that any Reuben
sandwich served outside of New York City is sure to be branded
as no better than second-rate?
Personally, I don’t eat fried chicken when in the big apple,
but I do occasionally eat Reubens here in the south. And despite
what they say, I have managed some good luck. Or perhaps, my
palate just isn’t refined enough to distinguish between
the haves and have-nots, when it comes to a Reuben.
But I do know what I like, and Ship & Anchor has one
of the better Reubens in this city, in my opinion. Between two
slices of perfectly grilled rye, you’ll find lean, thinly
sliced house cooked corned beef topped with sauerkraut, thousand-island
dressing and melted Swiss cheese. My only complaint, though minor,
is that I’d like to see more of a heaping pile of that tangy,
corned beef and perhaps a little more of a personal touch with
the dressing, which tastes awfully Sysco-like and a bit ordinary.
But priced at $7.95, side of fries included, who’s complaining?
Besides a solid beer selection, this one room dark-wooded Alehouse
mainly offers hearty, gut busting grub such as Iris Stew ($9.95),
tender filet tips braised in a rich Guinness and mushroom sauce
with potatoes and veggies. Also, Shepard’s Pie ($8.95),
Cottage Pie ($9.95) and Meatloaf ($8.95) from a flavorful blend
of Italian sausage and ground beef will help expand the waistline.
Obviously, not for those maintaining a watchful eye on their
girl-ish figure. Rather, for those who prefer to belly
up to the bar, literally, and flaunt a body by Boddington's.
Now, back to that question of -- why do Reubens taste better
in New York? Well, I have one idea as to why. I think it's the
bread, which performs better in the unique chemistry of the exceedingly
humid Manhattan air. |
 
Reuben flanked by a Boddington's
Type of Cuisine: English
Ale House Grub
Address/Tel: 5975 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs
Tel: 404-256-3550
Recommended: Reuben, Meatloaf, Shepherd's
Pie, Irish Stew
Pricing:
Apps: $3.95 - $9.95, Sandwiches: $6.95 - $8.95,
Entrees: $6.95 - $14.95
Hours:
Mon - Fri: 11am - 3am
Sat: Noon - 3am
Sunday: 12:30pm - 3am
|
