Wanted to like this place after all the positive reviews. Ordered 1/2 panini to go. $8. 14 minutes later (with scarcely anyone in the restaurant). Wish I had taken a picture... 2 tiny slices of turkey, 1 tiny slice of cheese, 1 mini-sliced tomato and a garnish on a 4-5 inch roll. Not impressed. read more

The Daredevil is a delicious sandwich! Homemade roll which was so good, tender and flavorful corned beef and a nice kick of heat from the peppers. Service is always stellar! The servers are friendly and attentive. Cash only, and very basic decor but the food and service are tops! read more

Alykat has always been a favorite. I remember going to lunch when I worked at Roses on 4 Seasons Blvd when they were in the strip beside Dennys. Always consistent with great food and service. read more

One of my favorite things about visiting a Hendersonville is coming to eat an Alykat sub. I've never found anything close. When you go, don't let the ambiance deter you. It looks like my redneck grandma decorated. But the magic is in the house recipes. Don't event look at the menu... you want THE ALYKAT SUB. Trust me! The simple ingredients are spiced with house seasoning that is sooo good! read more

Alykat - Front sign - Sandwiches Near Me - Hendersonville, North Carolina

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Dropped by for a quick bite, first time visiting. Ordered a cup of chili and a cup of potato soup, cup is hardly what came it was 2oz of soup and 2pm of chili in a small tea size cup. Ordered a garden salad, it looked as if it went through a shredder, it was wilting a browning. Order a chicken park sandwich, it was not even close to a chicken parm, it was chopped up chicken breast covered with tomato sauce melted cheese on a hot dog roll. Pretty sad sandwich. Would not recommend this place. read more

This has always been one of our favorite restaurants, I remember my grandparents bringing me here when they were in their old location. They have fantastic soups and sandwiches, my favorite is the Alykat. The Daredevil is spicy and my husband's favorite while our daughter goes for the smoked turkey. I believe that they are open 11-3 Monday-Saturday. read more

I've always loved Alykat. They've been a hometown favorite for many years. However, I recently had lunch there with 2 friends and was quite surprised at how things have changed. First, it's cash only now. We each had a sandwich and a cup of soup (not a bowl). The prices on the menu were blacked out, so we couldn't see what anything cost. Our soup and sandwiches were served with very cheap plastic utensils. We were quite surprised that the bill was $45 dollars. We realize that the cost of everything has gone up, but that was simply too much for so little. read more

Historically, the food is always fantastic and continues to be of great quality. Even when the shop was located within the opportunity house area back in the '90s. The staff is wonderful warm people who have a genuine interest in making the experience memorable. Recently, due to COVID, the establishment is no longer accepting credit cards and is cash only. Thus, I will be patient for the return of credit card acceptance. Enjoy getting travel points for using the American Express Gold card. read more

First visit to try their subs. The house special was a delicious Italian deli meat with perfect seasoning overfilling an 8 inch roll. Enough to share. Grab a few extra napkins. read more

Casual sandwich shop with tasty food and friendly service make Alykat a good open for lunch. The waitstaff went out their way to make sure drinks were kept full and all meals were to our satisfaction. The Rueben sandwich was good, but the pastrami was deli sliced thin making the texture a bit different. The flavors were good, but the bread was toasted and a bit too crunchy. The Chicken salad sandwich was super delicious. And, the Alykat sub was fantastic. All in all a good option! read more

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Great people and service. I liked how they were up front about the type of customers they prefer to serve. I really enjoyed looking at the signs and pictures on the walls. The food was just ok at least for me. However, it could have been either the day or the food I ordered because we have a few clients that really enjoy this place. So if you're looking for a lunch spot that's different and nostalgic, give it a shot. read more

Been eating at AlyKat through 4 different locations, which translates into a long time. We all know what it means when we go to the same restaurant basically all our lives, it means it is a damn good place to eat. You'll get mostly locals at the Alykat. My favorite is the "Alykat Turkey Sub" heated with just a tad extra mayo. Oh man, tasty is an understatement. The "Alykat Salad" is great. Whichever meal you choose its gonna be good, so relax let the Owner Richard and his friendly staff serve you. I promise you it'll be GREAT. read more

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This place has been in Hendersonville for a longgg time (44ish years - making it the oldest restaurant in town). They are on their 4th location (and largest) and on its fourth owner. The previous location (which FYI had the cutest waitresses in town) tried to close up shop in 2011, but Richard came in to take the wheel. The food is a classic deli soup and sandwich place with some oddities like the cheese sub. Who would've known a cheese sub could be so good? If you're getting a sub, make sure to get it hot. Melted cheese is where it's at. The past few times I've gotten the cream of potato soup. This used to be my favorite and I gave it so much praise, but each time it has become less enjoyable (most recently, not fully cooked potatoes!). There are usually a few soup of the day options though. Sandwiches come with chips (it varies between bag and already dishes every time I go). And a side / a few crispy pickles. This is without a doubt a true Hendersonville institution. If you haven't been, go grab some lunch!!! read more

They do a good job & obviously know what they're doing. It seems like they've been doing the same food for a long time and the place looks a little outdated but there's nothing wrong with that. They've got it down pat! I saw a review where they thought her server was rude. I think they're just doing what they're supposed to do, their job, without all the lolly gagging and wasting time. You have to think of how fast they work and they're trying to get you in and out. The food is good, not great but good. I'd rather here than fast food any day. We tried the French onion soup, the cheese was one layer on the top and I had to cut it and add it back to my soup. We also had an enchilada soup that was really good! Then our sandwich of the French dip was good too. We had another one, can't think of the name but it was kind of like a hot Italian, but it was pretty good too. read more

We stopped here on a recommended from friends. The subs are okay. My review has less to do with the food quality, and more to do with my dislike of grinders. read more

I'm a native of Henderson county and have eaten at this establishment for approximately 40 plus years..they have moved their location over the years and I gave always been a faithful follower..absolutely the best submarine shop that you can find..Alykat sub with mild peppers has always been my favorite.It's not about the decor but all about the food..I've never once been disappointed.. read more

Had heard great reviews and anxious to give it a try... Ordered "to go" soup and salad. The small portion of soup was about 1/4 cup in size. The dieters salad was missing ingredients listed on menu. The salad was tossed in dressing, so when I opened the box a few hours later it was soggy mush. Disappointed overall. read more

Need to work on attitudes they are rude and acted like they didn't care. Allykat sub good, The greek salad they need to pay attention when someone says that they are allergic to something not to bring it. read more

Alykat Deli has been an institution in Henderson County for 44 years. The food is made fresh every day. Great selection of subs, salads, panini, and soup. They will give you a sample of anything to taste before you buy. Great atmosphere of community and the staff are the best. They are very consistent in food quality and if you are displeased, tell the server, they make it right. Overall a great local eatery. read more

Wide variety, hard to choose! Smoked turkey pesto panini was yummy but came with what tasted like Sysco Cole slaw... would prefer homemade! Good prices and friendly service! Will definitely return!! read more

I get lunch here about 3 times a week. They have the best soups in the area, with a great selection, and the prices are so reasonable. My favorite is the potato soup, but be sure to ask for it loaded with cheese & bacon! The staff is friendly, the service is prompt, and they even have a drive-up window for to-go orders. This is my new favorite lunch spot. And I don't mind sharing that, because even when they seem to be slammed, I never wait very long for anything. This is the kind of small business you want to see open forever. read more

Silvy is such a wonderful person to have greet you! She has such a kindness about her and after a long hard day and really tough week she really made me feel better. The food is amazing, the service is amazing, anyone and everyone should give it a try! read more

My favorite place to go when I visit Hendersonville the food is amazing and the lovely staff will always serve you with a smile . Also best sub ever read more

This place has been on my list to check out, after seeing the parking lot packed every time I drove by. Today, I parked in the last available spot and enjoyed the service as well as the food. The secret recipe tuna salad on an egg roll was delish! I asked for extra mayo...and that was a secret recipe, too. Yummy! The owners at the checkout were friendly. I look forward to checking out the rest of this menu! read more

I do not understand how people think this is quality food. I do not belive anything I had was actually made there. All processed foods. The ham was the super cheap ham like in high school. Expensive for the quality read more

Ate here with my two sons, both teenagers. We had the Reuben, a meatball sub, and a giant chili dog. All were delicious. Attentive, friendly service too. We are local but new to Hendersonville, and will definitely put this on our rotation. Great little place! read more

A Warning: about half of the staff are not wearing masks or gloves, including the kitchen. If your older, perhaps avoid this shop for now.

A "Hendo" institution! Fantastic sandwiches, great service, easy in and out location. When we have someone come in from out of town we take them there for a quick lunch. Once you eat there you'll never want to eat at the big chain sandwich shops again. Keep up the good work. read more

Been a few times. Not impressed . There are a few other sandwich shops around that are much better amd stay open later

This place is delicious. Not many tourists know about Alykat and are instead ripped off by the Mountain Deli (which is good, but double the price). Come find Alykat, which is only a few miles away and enjoy a casual, delicious lunch served by friendly people at an affordable price! read more

The staff was friendly, but the pastrami was old and tasted awful and the bread was burnt. The portion size was small for a deli. Doubt I will be back. Quite disappointed. read more

We tried this place last weekend hoping to finally find an awesome sandwich shop in hvl. We were highly disappointed. Husband got the steak and cheese pita and I got the steak and cheese sub. Husband's pita was ok. I could have made a better sub at home though. It was so plain and the cheese was not even melted. And they sprinkled this seasoning on top that kind of seemed like an afterthought.... We won't be back. Save your money and go to Jimmy John's.... yes it's better...... I'm assuming most of these good reviews are from owners or employees because this place isn't special at all. read more

The minestrone soup was fantastic. Surprisingly rich base for homemade in a restaurant. Hubby had the meatball sub, as usual, and was humming with pleasure, as usual. What is so enjoyable is, the waitstaff is obviously happy. What a pleasure. read more

I've been coming here for as long as I can remember. It's changed locations and owners a few times, but the atmosphere has always remained the same. Great food and great service. Alykat sub and cream of spinach soup are to die for. read more

This was the best sandwich I have had in years!!!! The bread was so fresh and soft. The potato soup was so creamy simply devine! The brownie was moist and full of rich flavor! A+++ read more

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I love this place. I used to go there back when it was by hotdog world (I think.) It's still as super good as ever, ever since I first started going there I've gotten the Cheese Sub. I was vegetarian back then but I'm carnivorous now and still love it. The staff is really friendly, the service is great. Prices aren't too bad. Definitely a favorite lunch spot! They also have a new menu and there's a lot of good looking stuff on there (but I still stick with that cheese sub!) read more

Best subs ever! When we visit Hendersonville we don't miss stopping for our favorite sub!

Sandwiches are great, no complaints, staff was friendly as well. Pasta salad was ok, nothing to write home about, same with the potato salad, it appears to be the kind that you buy in bulk, not homemade. You get potato chips with every sandwich but they're the most blasé potato chips you could possibly serve, they need to upgrade to some good kettle chips and maybe offer options for different flavors. All in all it's a good spot and the sandwiches will have you coming back. read more

Excellent service best subs in Hendersonville.give them a try you will be pleasantly surprised. I highly recommend the pickles. I give them 5 stars read more

I was driving through town and needed a quick lunch. Alykat has a delicious BLT and great, quick service! I recommend and will visit here again when I pass through town. read more