Something Saint Louis isn’t short on is New York Style delis. Picking your favorite is half the battle. The Posh Nosh in Clayton is somewhat of a diamond in the rough when it comes to these delicatessens. They have charm and a neighborhood niche about them that gives them an edge when targeting the cream of the crop. Let’s face it, when we talk about these establishments, we’re looking for quality food and that certain unique something. The Posh Nosh does not disappoint. They offer up bison in a pastrami and corned form, and as you can probably guess, this is what dragged me in. I had to put the corned bison to the test as I finalize my journey to find some of Saint Louis’s best Reubens.
Corned Bison? Yeah, Bison. This is a foodie’s dream to find something a little off of the beaten path. The Posh Nosh deli offers up all of their pastrami and corned beef options with the alternative of the leaner cow cousin. I was quite excited to take my very first bite of corned bison as it was presented in Reuben form. The sandwich came with its typical companions of light rye, swiss, homemade Russian dressing, and sauerkraut. Just about everything was right concerning this Reuben, and all of the flavors hit their notes. I did, however, run into a bit of a road block. This is standard for most corned beef to be a little chewy and tough, but since the bison lacks some of the fat that makes beef perfect for corning, it was a little too tough. The flavor wasn’t all that different from beef either. I was pretty much consuming a more menacing version of the Reuben. Anyone who has ever eaten one can testify that Reubens are almost impossible to down with out a bit of a mess. This corned bison doesn’t make things any easier. When it comes down to it…I can’t blame the deli for the experience, but the bison itself. If you’re fine with the little bit extra work, this is a fine sandwich and really is a great Reuben. However, if I were to order again, I’d probably stick to the corned beef and leave the bison at bay. I will be back. There’s still another bison treat on that menu that’s calling my name. Bison pastrami will be in my sights for my return.
So, here’s the deal. That Reuben may not have been the best I’ve ever had, but how many of you out there can ever say they took a tango with corned bison. It’s a must on the check list of a foodie. A plethora of items are still waiting for us to consume on their menu. I urge you to give them a try. And, if you don’t…well then FORK U!
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