Came here on a cold winter day and it filled me with so much warmth and happiness. I forgot to take…read moreany photos of the inside because I was so excited to order. They have a delicious looking menu with lots of good looking sandwiches and some yummy desserts. I opted for a winter special of the granny grilled cheese and it comes to the side of soup and I got a mini cheesecake on the side. The girls working upfront are so sweet and took my order quickly and answered all of my questions. They also did a great job of bagging up my order to go with utensils and napkins in the bag which I really appreciate. They also even tape closed the box so nothing spills. When I got home and sat down to eat, the food all looked delicious and made it home safe because of the careful packaging. The granny grilled cheese was the perfect mix of sweet and savory that I adore. It was a little messy to eat, but I was eating by myself at home so I didn't care. The tomato soup was the perfect addition to a snowy day. it was warm and flavorful. The cheesecake was also delicious. I got the mini one so I could convince myself I was being healthy but wish I would have gotten a full sized slice because of how delicious it was. I got my order to go for a couple different reasons but one is that they don't have the largest inside seating area and it tends to get pretty full. It's nice to come on a summer day because they have a pretty large outdoor seating area that you wouldn't be able to use in the winter is parking but there's a lot of spaces in the area.

Had a great experience at the brown bag bistro! The menu is…read morefilled with unique items and there is something for everyone. I got the granny grilled cheese which had apples, brown butter aioli and cheese that came with tomato soup. It was beyond delicious. My husband got the turkey Rueben which was so filling and that slaw was amazing. Cheese bread is super cheese y and I love the red sauce that came with it. You can't beat a good ceaser salad as well. They have a wonderful patio, indoor seating and seating above their store next door. Our service was great and we got a lot of food and it didn't take long on a busier Saturday.

I am shocked and proud of myself. I tried a new sandwich today at Sammis and it was just as…read moredelicious as my usual order. I typically order a Pastrami sandwich, but today I went with, The Betty which is a turkey sandwich. Thanksgiving is later this week, so I thought I'd get a jumpstart on enjoying some turkey. The sandwiches are all made fresh and they are plentiful. To eat an entire sammi you have to have a hearty appetite. I actually think two people can share one sandwich, but get a bag of chips for each of you. The staff if friendly and you know the kitchen is clean, because you can see it and see them making your food. If you love a good deli sandwich, Sammis is where you need to go.

Reviewed this place two years ago and I'm thrilled to say that two years later it is just as…read morewonderful as it was then. As I write this, it is soup season. At Sammi's, always get the soup. It is so good good. And Taco Tuesday is a do not miss. Every week is a different taco and they are all great. The service is just what anyone wants - they are fast, efficient, kind, funny, and friendly. The environment is a sandwich shop connected to a bar. Go for the food. It is clean and there is a wide variety of sodas and drinks in the cooler. We see everyone from my yard guys to my doctor here. There is truly something for everyone. Go to Sammi's Get the soup And the tacos, if it is Tuesday

Love this small town Alton market. Shwegels has all your basic grocery needs including fresh…read moreproduce and an excellent meat section. They make their sausage and cut their meat in house. It's all great. They also have a small section in the meat department with a rotating hot item or two such as sausages, kabobs, chicken tenders. Love grabbing anything from there!! They have a large fridge packed to the brim with every kind of premade salad you can imagine (pesto pasta, caprese, different potato salads, sweet salads, baked beans, bean salad... so much more and in different convenient sizes. There's cold cans of soda in a bin at checkout. Everyone is kind and helpful. Love this family owned local grocer!!

Very few places takes me back to being a kid going to the deli and butcher with my parents and…read moregrandparents. The feel, atmosphere, smell, friendly people takes me back to the 80's. My favorite local butcher, give them a shot.

Fantastic cuts of fresh meat. Nice, knowledgable staff. Lots of goods from local merchants and…read morefarmers as well. Weekly deals on meat. Some of the local goods are a little pricey, but buy American, right?

Meat is fresh and beef isn't lardy. Love to order ahead to pick up. Great for planning ahead meal…read moreprep.

Small, neighborhood shop, adjoined to a bakery, my guess is that it is the same ownership. This is…read moremore of a carryout deli has ever only a few small tables inside. You place your order at the counter. Ordered a build your own sandwich. Served on their fresh Dutch crunch bread, it was very tasty! Unfortunately, it was also quite expensive; with small bag of chips and a bottle of water + t&t, the price was $22.50!

I walked into Big Belly Deli yesterday on a mission: a wrap. Simple, right? Apparently not…read more After patiently waiting in line, I confidently ordered a chicken wrap... only to be told, "That's not on the menu." Pause. Confusion. Mild heartbreak. BUT then--plot twist. He leans in and says, "I can put one together for you... just trust me." And listen... that was the moment I decided to surrender control and embark on a culinary adventure. As he started listing what he had in mind, my skepticism quickly turned into straight-up anticipation. It already sounded incredible--but I HAD to chime in and add tomatoes and banana peppers (because balance, obviously). What I received for $13 was not just a wrap. It was a masterpiece. This thing was PACKED--like, no-such-thing-as-skimping levels of juicy, flavorful chicken. Every bite hit. Every ingredient showed up. No fillers, no regrets. Here's the real kicker: I ate half yesterday... and the other half today? Still. Fresh. Still. Delicious. Still. Worth it. Moral of the story: Sometimes the best thing on the menu... isn't on the menu. Big Belly Deli, I see you. And next time, I'm coming back ready to co-create another masterpiece

I was with a group of people from the community college and we were looking for somewhere to have…read morelunch. We didn't know the area well and the last few lunches we had at this location were average. One girl that used to work in the area, came up and said "oh, we have to go to Paul's market! ". I was skeptical because it sounded like we were having lunch at a grocery store. Turned out, it was a butcher shop and deli with a great menu. We were a fairly big group and they worked their way through our orders efficiently as well as the other customers. They gave the kind of service I like when I eat out. I asked them what the best item on the menu was they asked me a couple questions, gave me a recommendation. (the Italian stallion.) and asked me some follow up questions about condiments, they answered a few more questions and they delivered! When I was looking at sides to have with it, he told me the sandwich was " hefty". He was he was right. A lot of times when I'm out for a quick bite I might swing by a Jimmy John's or a subway just to get a quick sandwich, but this was an example of why it's always best to go local. While we were in the ordering process, the guy who looked like the butcher and was also the owner came over to check and make sure we were getting our needs met. He was very busy, but he even made it outside once we all were served to check on things and thank us for coming by. I had a chance to look around and noticed the full valley of barbecue fried chicken and all their sides. I went over and looked at the meat counter in the steaks and other items looked fantastic. Not what you find at the grocery store. As someone who worked in the food service industry in high school and college, my standards for good service are relatively high. This experience reminded me of my days at a locally owned family run business with great food and great service and a responsive staff. Now that I know where this is when I'm in North County that's where I'll be stopping

Such a cool local market with something for everyone. I always enter for something, get that and a…read morefew other tasty somethings. Fresh fruits and veggies, canned goods, fresh meat including wonderful steaks, cooked meets, bagged foods, including sweet and savory snacks. They have some nice sliced meats and packaged block cheese and a handy dairy section with just a few essentials. The people are friendly, warm and caring.

They are very kind and helpful. Meat is reasonably priced and always fresh. They are very…read moreknowledgeable about the different meats and cut them to your specifications.

Sievers meat market is a great meat market I have been eating Sievers meat since I was a very…read morelittle girl and I am 52 years old now. I remember when I was a little girl my mom and dad always calling in meat orders to Sievers and my Dad would go pick it up. and it was the best meat. I still to this day get Sievers meat. And when I go in there, the owner Dave always ask how is your Dad It is a great neighborhood local butcher shop and they have good prices on meat too.

We found Max's to be friendly, accommodating, and great selection of options. Will definitely…read morereturn!

They're always well stocked, the meat is always excellent and anything prepared is always great!…read moreThey've been our holiday roast deli since we moved here in 2022, and are always happy to help with specialty cuts! We can't leave without the smoked pig ears for our pups, lest we get the pouty lip when we come home. They've also got a great selection of frozen choices and local goodies like sauces, snacks and even raw dog food! The folks are super friendly and helpful with any questions you have, and the atmosphere is very family oriented.

This place is always one of my favorite stops. Whoever is running the food bar now days has gotten…read morethis place to step up their game more than I thought it ever could! I love their food selections from sandwiches to hot foods to go. They also have any drink you could want. It's a pretty casual ambiance with everyone ready to help you however they can.

Great little grocer and deli. They also have a garden center. We love the stuffed chicken breast…read moreand beef sticks. They have a very active deli at lunch with a large hot food bar, made to order items, and tons of grab and go. Wish we had one like this in Alton!

Love this store for the kind service, unique items and delicious food. There's a large Jenni's…read morecooler with an incredible selection of flavors. They also have Illinois bakehouse bread. Sometimes they have scones and granola bars too. I love the local granola, the drink selection and the in bulk items. They've expanded their selection so it's really possible to do all your shopping there. It's a little more expensive but it's locally owned and a treat for the community.

Love this store. The staff are super helpful and they carry a ton of products I can't find anywhere…read moreelse.