When it comes to disputes regarding who invented which sandwich, one of the fiercest beefs is fought over a Reuben sandwich.
According to one of several theories, this melty sandwich was invented in 1914 at Manhattan's Reuben Delicatessen by its owner, Arnold Reuben. At the request of a famed Broadway actress who wanted to try something new, Arnold made her a savory, sloppy, and highly satisfying sandwich. The actress called it the best sandwich she ever ate and suggested it should be named after her. To which he replied, “Like hell I will, I’ll call it a Reuben’s Special.”
There are several more claims on the Reuben Sandwich and these controversies surely help its popularity. Reuben is a staple of New Yorker cuisine and can be found in restaurants in all of the major cities across USA.