$23 for a Reuben sandwich and an iced tea? How good does it need to be?
State and Main looks a lot like Milestones on the inside, definitely a rich interior. The menu has a pretty good variety at slightly elevated prices, but the Reuben sandwich caught my attention as a decent lunch at $14. Maybe a bit spendy, but with 2 side dishes, I was in. I selected a Caesar salad and cup of the Bacon and Tomato soup. Of course a Reuben needs some hot mustard, so I asked for a bit.
Surprise! The soup was not one of the permitted side dishes, so add that to the bill. I was not offered the second side dish. And don't forget that they charge for condiments-the two tablespoons of mustard was $1.25 extra. If I had added relish, ketchup and mayo, would I expect another $3.75? Glad I didn't find out.
But is it a Reuben worth $20? I would not have a problem with any dish that lives up to its price, but this was no better than a $9 Reuben at any Montreal style deli.