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    McAlister's Deli

    3.0 (85 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis, Salad, Sandwiches
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Drew G.

    Solid choice for a chain restaurant. They have a broad selection of salads, soups and sandwiches plus they have nachos too! For my office I ordered the Avocado Toast Bar and they delivered it for breakfast and everyone loved it!

    Black Angus Roast Beef Spud
    Stacy L.

    Good not great. It's worth a visit to give it a try, but it's nothing spectacular. For the price you do get a very large portion of food. The location isn't the most convenient, but they do validate parking which is very helpful

    The McAlister's Club
    Hunter S.

    DoorDash delivery. Very fast and correct. Good communication from the restaurant about my order. I ordered the McAlister's club, which was fresh and flavorful. Has mayo and their brand honey mustard. Packed a bite. Fresh ingredients. I had chips and the chili. Chili was average, but not bad. Arrived hot and was a good contrast for the cold, crisp sandwich. I also got a cool little cucumber and onion salad, but the dressing was a little heavy. This deli has some classics, like the club, grilled chicken, and ham and cheese. They also have "bolder" choices, like the Reuben, the Italian, sandwiches with sauerkraut, and sandwiches with pastrami. They also have a French dip with au jus sauce. They have multiple salads and sides, including potato salad, Mac n cheese, and veggies. A good, basic deli with lots of choices. I would eat here again.

    This is the side of Mac & cheese
    Michael B.

    $18 for a "meal" with not even a drink. 1/4 of mac & cheese for a side. Will never be back to this awful establishment. Whoever made this food should be deeply ashamed of themselves and whoever is in charge of pricing should play in traffic at 5pm on a weekday

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    Tamika J.

    I have been to McAlister's several times in Richmond, but I rarely go to this location. The food remains consistent. It's great. I usually get the pick 2. It's a great deal and it allows you to sample different items on the menu. The ultimate nachos is a great go to. It is both filling and satisfying. I had a small issue with the veggie potato. The peppers were not cut into bite size pieces. Yes, I can cut them myself but it diminished my experience at this restaurant. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone.

    Autumn squash soup
    Samara B.

    I like the iced tea. They get one star for that. Everything else about this was either terrible or underwhelming. I ordered the soup and muffeletta. The soup was warm, almost cold. It's like they turned off the soup heaters already. The sandwich should have a copious amount of olive spread, this had maybe a tea spoon on the sandwich. And the worst offence was the dirty plate. It was like this gray soap scum on the plate. My husband thought it was just stained, but I could scratch it off with my finger. *GROSS* I believe this is the last time I will be visiting this location.

    Don't have a pic of what I had recommended but this was the chef's salad and a spud, I believe!
    Regina G.

    My favorite healthy chain restaurant. Love getting a salad after I have been eating like crap, its a nice cleanse! If I'm craving something healthy, McAlister's is my go to. My favorite across the board is the Savannah Chopped Salad and the Cranberry Orange Club sandwich.

    Ham melt
    Casey S.

    Great Fresh Food Nice Knowledgeable Staff Clean Relaxing Environment. I really Like the mac and cheese . Makes for perfect lunch spot !

    Margie S.

    Classic deli. In cute downtown Chevy chase area. We usually stop in for a quick bite. The salads are great the place is clean and the work staff is friendly. I can't say one sandwich is better than the next . There all good. It's easy to walk around and stop in . I've been here a few times as I pass through the area .

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    They sandwiches are amazing and fresh as can be. The ingredients are quality as well. Happy to spend my money here

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    Staff had terrible attitudes. One young lady was kind. We tipped, but we won't be back. Food was okay.

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    We love the selections on the menu at McAlister's. The food is always great and this location is always clean!!!

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    McAlester's never disappoints. The food is always great and the food is always made how I ask.

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    some guy ordered something and the employee literally ran outside to give him the right order. super nice also top tier service.

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    Grounded All Day Cafe

    Grounded All Day Cafe

    4.3
    (35 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    Stopped in on a Sunday morning as we were walking to mass! Service was friendly and quick. One of…read morethe guys on shift was quick to tell us all about their menu and other location as well as gave us samples of their cream cheese. I just loved how he was so quick to jump in and tell us everything we needed to know while the others took our order and made the drinks. So efficient and a great way to showcase the menu! Inside was cozy and a great spot to set up to work. They had plenty of outlets near tables to plug in your laptop. Convenient location! Also have to note the matcha is not pre-sweetened which I prefer. I don't like syrups or sweetener in my matcha and too often coffee shops will use a pre sweetened drink mix. I would definitely be back when in the area again!

    We stopped at the new location in Cheapside Park . My…read morefriend got a regular coffee and I got an iced oatmeal banana pancake latte. Which was really good by the way and my friend said her coffee was really good as well. They have a variety of snacks as well as bagels that are flown in from Queens, NY(which is where I'm born and raised). I did ask the girl at the counter and she told me she thought they were from Queens. She did confirm with someone named Nate. This is where it kind of goes sideways for me he was very dismissive about it when I told him I was born and raised in Queens. Both girls at the counter on the other hand were super friendly and helpful. Would I go back again? I would because I'm all for supporting small businesses especially when their coffee is that good. Would I care to speak with Nate again? Absolutely not.

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    Schlotzsky's

    Schlotzsky's

    3.4
    (71 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    I didn't know Schlotzsky's still existed! I liked them back in the day and my sandwich was even…read morebetter than I remembered! Incredible bread, better than any chain sandwich restaurant. The cookie was also delicious. Nothing about the taste of this meal felt like it was from a chain. That said, the restaurant interior does give fast casual vibes. I took advantage of the outdoor seating because I didn't love the interior aesthetic. Also was a little dirty. Staff were friendly.

    I stopped by Schlotzsky's Deli to redeem my birthday sandwich and placed my order online for pickup…read morethrough the drive-thru. I've had their small sandwiches before, and even though they're technically a small size, they've always been very filling and generously made. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing. The sandwich seemed like it was missing a lot of the meat that I'm used to receiving. There was only one layer of meat, and it just didn't seem like it was made correctly. If I had paid nearly $10 for this sandwich, I would have taken it back because I truly believe it was not prepared the way it should have been. The customer service at the drive-thru was also disappointing. When I pulled up to the window, the interaction felt very awkward. I could hear employees talking amongst themselves, and I felt like I was barely acknowledged. When they handed me my order, it was done without much interaction--no thank you, no greeting, nothing. It felt like I was an inconvenience rather than a customer. I understand that everyone has busy moments, but this visit was far below the experience I've had at Schlotzsky's in the past. I was excited to enjoy my birthday sandwich, but I left very disappointed with both the food quality and the service.

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    DV8 Kitchen

    DV8 Kitchen

    4.7
    (858 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $

    I haven't been here for awhile so my friend and I decided to go for lunch. I haven't been…read moredisappointed with their food and this visit was no different. We were greeted by the friendly cashier that took our order right away as there was no line. I got the orange marmalade chicken sandwich and my friend got the cheeseburger and fries. They gave us a number sign and we picked our table and quickly our food was delivered to us by another friendly employee. The food came out hot and fresh and tasty! The fries are really good as well! I love this place and what they stand for. My brother in law is a recovering alcoholic and substance abuser. He's been clean and sober for over 20 years and is an RN . For people that think you can't succeed you can! And this place proves it over and over again. Much continued success to the staff and business !

    What happy serendipity! We were in Lexington for the Railbird Music Festival, wanted to start…read moreSunday with brunch and found our way to DV8 Kitchen. We chose it for the convenient location and the resemblance to a NKY band by the same name. Don't let the counter-ordering process or cafeteria tray-paper plate service dissuade you. The food quality and quantity are on point and the prices are moderate. My husband rates the Southern Eggs Benedict among the best he's ever had. My Breakfast Plate scrambled eggs were soft and creamy and the large biscuit with honey butter was worth every carb and calorie. The coffee is excellent and we even splurged on their sweet-and-salty kitchen sink cookie. As if that isn't enough, DV8 Kitchen is a second chance employer for people in recovery and everyone we encountered was pleasant and hard-working. We wish them all success and we'll certainly be back.

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    Old San Juan Cuban & Latin Cuisine

    Old San Juan Cuban & Latin Cuisine

    4.4
    (214 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    I had a summer Friday off and decided today was the day that I tried this restaurant!…read more I am so happy I did, I had a late lunch and was the only one in the place, everyone I encountered was kind helpful. I looked at the menu but already knew I was ordering a Cuban sandwich. They had many favors of Jarritos I was happy before I even got food! I got an amazing sandwich with pork and cheese, and enough for 2 servings. I really felt like I was in Miami where I had my somewhat authentic in the US Cuban. They had a huge take out business, that means the folks working in the offices around them approve. I did not try any of the side dishes, but that is a reason to go back. The location was easy to get to with easy parking, the staff was friendly and make you feel like family. This is a bit of out of the way for me, but I will be back.

    You know it's legit when they are offering money orders. My husband got the Cuban, I got the Ropa…read moreVieja. The Ropa Vieja was excellent. Very flavorful and tasted fresh. The rice and beans were a little bland but well cooked. The Cuban came out fast, but the cheese hadn't really melted at all. The flavors all felt a little rushed, pre-packaged, even. The restaurant is very simple, and features a store of Latin goodies in the back. We will definitely visit again to try the empanadas.

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    Ropa Vieja - Shredded Beef with Black Beans, Rice, Bread, and Tamarind Soda
    Ropa Vieja - Shredded Beef with Black Beans, Rice, Bread, and Tamarind Soda
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    Tostones and Beans Sandwich
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    McAlister's Deli - delis - Updated August 2026

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