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| - The neighborhood, like the strip mall Rubin's calls home, is a bit beat up and showing its wear. This, coupled with the dingy and dare I say tacky decor, led us initially to call into question our choice to jump 10 minutes off the turnpike based on the great reviews Rubin's receives on this site. However, the friendly staff and mouthwatering desserts in the cooler quickly helped turn the tide in Rubin's favor before the food helped keep it moving in the right direction.
The menu selections offer something for everyone, and our table took full advantage: Lake Erie perch sandwich (Fri. lunch special), kids' pasta and sauce, Philadelphian sandwich and a ham & cheese omelet.
The perch, while somewhat overcooked, had a tasty breading, and the fries that accompanied it were crispy, hot and not too salty. The omelet was fluffy and to expectations, but the potatoes served with it stole the show -- thinly sliced, perfectly cooked and seasoned. The Phiadelphian's juicy pastrami and just-right right amount of coleslaw and dressing, was just as good as the rye slices between which it was sandwiched. The cheap bag of chips served on the side didn't do it justice. The pasta and sauce were OK, but save that order for an Italian place.
Overall, a pretty good place for breakfast or a sandwich.
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