Firehouse Subs

They put an oreo on top of my concrete mixer and didn't mind mixing it in and my cheese curds were…read moreput in upside down so I had to dig them all out of the bag. The workers were nice but I don't think the chefs were. The food was also pretty good besides my concrete mixer.

Okay, I'll admit it. I used to be a little judgy about Culver's. I had never been, and the idea of…read morea "butter burger" honestly freaked me out a little. But recently we met there just for dessert, and I have to say... I was wrong. The frozen custard was so good. Super creamy, rich, and somehow still really affordable. I loved all the mix-in options and the portion sizes were generous without feeling ridiculous. Plus the service was quick, which is always a win when you're just popping in for a sweet treat. I still haven't tackled the butter burger situation yet, but if the custard is any indication, I may have been underestimating Culver's all along. When I'm wrong, I say I'm wrong.

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Jack in the Box

2.7(52 reviews)

1.7 mi

Jack in the Box Fact: JiTB was a pioneer in drive-thru fast food, using a giant clown head on the…read moreroof and a two-way intercom system for quick service when it started in San Diego in 1951. My brother had really been hyping up their Monster Tacos. ("I can't even finish two Monster tacos in one seating!" He had told me). I really just wanted to see what the difference is between their regular tacos and their Monster Tacos. He totally fooled me because it's just slightly bigger than their regular tacos. It's that or I can just consume an inhuman amount of tacos.

The food was cold. The service was SLOW. The ambiance was terrible. The place smells so badly that…read moreit needs to be pressure washed INSIDE and the air conditioner? NON-EXISTENT. DO NOT WASTE TIME DINING INSIDE OR DRIVE THRU.

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Portillo's Chandler

4.2(48 reviews)

4.0 mi

Very Friendly staff and management. To make it even better, the food is always served hot and is…read moredelicious!

STOP WHAT YOU'RE DOING AND READ THIS--Portillo's at 7200 W Ray Rd in Chandler Has Just Redefined…read more"Heaven on a Plate" with the BIG BEEF DIPPED and That CHEESE SAUCE... OMG! I've had Italian Beef before. I've loved Italian Beef before. But nothing--NOTHING--prepared me for the transcendent, jaw-dropping, flavor-explosion experience that is ordering the Big Beef DIPPED at this Chandler location. If you haven't done it yet, you haven't lived. And if you've had it elsewhere but haven't had it here with their cheese sauce... well, buckle up, because you're about to discover your new favorite thing on the entire planet. From the second you walk into Portillo's on Ray Road, you can smell the magic--crisp sport peppers, rich au jus, and that unmistakable aroma of slow-roasted beef that makes your stomach growl instantly. But the real moment of truth comes when you look that server in the eye and say: "I'll take the Big Beef, DIPPED, LOADED with cheese sauce. And I mean loaded." Watch their face light up--they know. They understand. This is not just a sandwich; it's a ritual, and this location performs it with reverence. Then it arrives. Oh. My. Goodness. The bread is drenched--and I mean perfectly, gloriously drenched--in that deep, savory au jus, so every inch is saturated with rich, beefy flavor. It's not soggy; it's luscious. It's a sponge for joy. And then... the cheese sauce. Sweet, spicy, velvety, liquid gold--it's like someone took pepper jack, dreams, and a touch of heaven and whipped it into a creamy, molten ribbon that cascades over every millimeter of that dipped bread and tender, shreddy beef. The first bite is not just a meal--it's a religious experience. The crunch of the giardiniera, the pop of a sport pepper, the warm, juicy beef, the cheese sauce pulling in golden strands... it's an OMG moment so intense you might actually forget your own name for a second. You'll hear yourself making sounds you didn't know you could make. You might cry a little (happy tears). You might order a second one before you've even finished the first. And here's the thing--the Chandler location executes this with flawless, almost artistic precision. The line moves fast, the staff is smiling, and they don't skimp. They don't hold back on the beef, they don't drizzle the cheese sauce like it's an afterthought--they PILE IT ON with pride. You can tell this team lives for these moments. They're not just serving food; they're delivering pure, unadulterated happiness. Even the atmosphere feels electric--like everyone in the room knows they're about to have their day made. You'll see strangers nodding at each other in mutual respect over their sandwiches. You'll hear "OMG!" echoed across the dining room (seriously). And when you finish that Big Beef Dipped--cheese sauce glistening on every corner, not a drop of au jus left--you'll sit back with a food coma smile so wide it hurts, already plotting your next visit. Bottom line: If you are within 50 miles of 7200 W Ray Rd, you have no excuse. Go. Right now. Order the Big Beef DIPPED with EXTRA cheese sauce. Thank me later. And maybe bring a napkin--because that cheese sauce is so good, you're going to want to lick every last drop off your fingers. Five stars? Try FIVE OUT OF FIVE STARS PLUS A STANDING OVATION! This is the best sandwich I've ever had in my life, and I'm pretty sure it's illegal to be this good.

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Angie's Lobster

3.7(148 reviews)

1.8 mi

Always good food, great customer service, and clean. They offer some really good healthy options.read more

Disgusting front door as you enter. The lower half was covered in a white dried liquid, and dried…read moreshiny grease. Who allows this? First impressions mean everything. Tried to overlook this, and all the dirty tables and gross drink station. Ordered a hot lobster roll. Mostly shreds of lobster. No nice pieces (none bigger than a m&m in size). But the worse part is how dry and rubbery the tiny shreds were. Nasty! This place seems more concerned with opening new locations and adding a bazillion more menu items, than they are about a solid guest experience or tasty food. They've lost their way and don't care. Time to take a step back and look at the mess (literally) that your brand has become.

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Portillos

4.3(4 reviews)

4.0 mi

I love Portillos! This is a new location and closer to my house, which I am excited about!…read more The first thing I noticed was how much smaller this location is compared to the Tempe location. Plus it didn't have that nostalgia vibe Tempe's location has. But, I was there for the food. I ordered my norm, which is a Chicago style hot dog along with some cheese fries. When my order was called, I picked it up and sat at a window side table. I tried French fry first and it was Luke warm and limp. I had to take it back and asked for crispier fries. They automatically upgraded my fries to large. The fries were just a little crispier and a little warmer, not hot. Weird! But the fries were tasty! Now my hot dog. It wasn't much warmer than my first batch of fries. Plus it didn't taste as good as the Tempe location. It was still good, but I think if the hot dog was hot it would have been better. My wife suggested maybe it's because their grill is new and isn't seasoned yet! Hmmmm! Maybe! But it was still good. I paid another visit and ordered another Chicago dog and a Fish sandwich. The hot dog was the same as my last visit. But the fish sandwich was a different story. It was actually a very good fish sandwich. I rank it higher than the other fast food restaurants; such as, McDonalds, Arby's, Burger King, and Culver's! I do want to try their charbroiled burgers! Although I had the Italian beef at their other locations; I haven't tried it here. So I'll have to give it a try also!

This place is long overdue in this area. Marley helped me with a couple togo orders. Food was…read moreawesome, don't forget to get a piece of chocolate cake. Will be back soon for an Italian beef sandwich and hotdog.

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Whataburger

2.6(189 reviews)

4.2 mi

After attending a concert at Gila Resort Wild Horse Pass, I was looking for a quick, late-night…read moredinner. This Whataburger location is a few minutes away from the casino on the way back to Phoenix. Ambiance (N/A): I used the drive through to place my order. Service (4/5): While service wasn't a big part of the experience, the lady taking my order was friendly. She also asked if I wanted regular or spicy ketchup. My food was ready within a reasonable period of time. All in all, what you hope for when you're ordering fast food. Drinks (4.5/5): I spent four years in grad school in North Carolina so I'm a big fan of sweet tea. Whataburger has freshly brewed sweet tea. And even their medium size is a Texas-sized cup. That makes their beverage options a winner in my book. Food (4/5): I'm from Texas and Texans are big on Whataburger. It's nice that they have several locations in Phoenix. It reminds me of home. Some of my favorite items on the menu include the honey butter chicken biscuit (on the breakfast menu), the honey BBQ chicken strip sandwich, the chicken tenders basket with gravy, and really any of their burgers (pretty solid for fast food). This time around, I went with the avocado burger which is served on Texas toast. It's not everyday you find avocado on the menu at a fast food joint. The burger was above average (I came in with the proper expectations). What I really enjoyed is the fries which were fresh (rather than sitting under a heat lamp like you typically get at a fast food restaurant). With their homemade ketchup, it made for the perfect side. Whataburger by no means has the best burgers in town. Not even close. But if we're talking fast food joints overall, they're top five in my book (I may be a little biased ;)).

Every 4 or 5 years I have tried this location again, and every time I say I will not be back. Their…read morebeef tastes more like filler than ground beef, and my green chili burger only had green chili on less than half of the burger. Their skinny little fries were almost all crumb sized, and they were cold when I got home just over a mile away from the restaurant. NEVER AGAIN!

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Jack in the Box

1.9(79 reviews)

1.6 mi

This location is located in Downtown Chandler, and the few times I've driven through have provided…read morea consistent experience. The staff are cordial and my food has been correct each time, even with ordering no sausage. A lot of other locations have failed to honor this request. This location is well maintained in the exterior and seems like a good location. Nothing jumps out to dine in, but a good experience through the drive thru.

"I love working on a holiday!"…read more Said no one ever. After a great Thanksgiving dinner, I was in the mood for boba. While I'm all about supporting small and local, I was just sooo curious. Plus, it was Thanksgiving and most places were closed. So off to Jack in the Box we go for their limited-time boba drinks. Their boba comes in two flavors: milk tea or iced coffee. I went with milk tea as I assumed fast food coffee was all mediocre. For $5.14, just go support your local boba shop. The milk tea didn't taste strongly of either milk or tea and the boba went on this weird textural adventure the whole time I had my drink. It went from firm boba to gummy bear and ended being super soft (not in a good way). So yeah, don't sweat it if you miss out on the limited-time boba. So why four-stars? The people here were super friendly despite having to work on a holiday with a mile-long drive-thru queue. Management, get the guys working on Thanksgiving a raise!

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Maskadores Taco Shop

4.5(361 reviews)

1.4 mi

This location is the only one we will go to! Great service each time, we have turned into regulars…read moredining here for brunch on weekends with our pup! They are so accommodating!

Ordered the $14 salad bowl. Barely had any meat (chicken), employee carefully measured with a 1/4…read morecup & barely gave me any dressing too. Filled the tiny cup up half way with cilantro ranch so salad was very dry. Then at checkout counter employee stares at you uncomfortably to add a tip at the end. Be more generous with the portions and you'll get a better tip! This place is so pricey and skimps on the best parts (meat & fat). Won't be back...Bummer

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Spaghetti Shark

4.9(22 reviews)

3.0 mi

Oh my goodness, that chicken parmigiana was absolutely stunning! The sauce was total perfection and…read morethe chicken and cheese were cooked so beautifully too. You also get SOO much pasta. I was literally shocked by how heavy the bag was when he handed it to me. The garlic bread was also amazing and the quality of the bread was just so good too. I had no idea this restaurant was hidden back there. I am at that Goodwill thrifting all the time and I am obsessed with the fact that I finally found this place. The pricing is totally reasonable and the staff was so friendly and got my order out so fast.

Very welcoming staff and zero wait! Hot and yummy, I loved the meatballs! Not too many spots to…read moresit but enough for the three of us. VERY low prices! $ Nice and clean :) Fun old games for free!

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Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

4.0(162 reviews)

2.2 mi

I come here often and they have always had the top notch service. Today I thought they messed up my…read moreshake size and mentioned it to the sweet lady who brought them out. I was wrong and my receipt proved me wrong. I apologized and told them I would just order another if needed. 5 min later she brought out another shake. Amazing food and shakes. Service is the best as well. Thank you Makayla and I didn't catch her name who did the shakes

Don't order the grilled chicken. It was terrible and needed to be returned. Luckily, the manager…read morewas nice and I swapped it out fir a regulat burger and fresh fries. They also gave me a free small sundae. Thanks.