McAlister&#x27;s Deli

What a lovely place! As you walked into the door, you greeted by bright, cherry smiles, and a…read morepastry case that is to die for. I went in for lunch and got one of the best Reuben sandwiches I've ever eaten. While I was there, since my sandwich was so good, I decided to get a grilled chicken salad and a small container of broccoli salad to take back to my hotel for dinner. This will definitely be one of my regular stops when I'm in town for work. I highly recommend it. I will see you guys next time!

Cater's Market is a wonderful find! I've been here for lunch and enjoyed a delicious salad or…read moresandwich. I've also had their muffins and dessert bars, all of which were fantastic! They also had a great selection of food items made in Mississippi which make perfect hostess gifts. Last of all, the staff was friendly and helpful. Definitely try Cater's Market when in Meridian!

Deli, Coffee, Bakery

Wonderful baked goods

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McAlister's Deli

3.2(49 reviews)

3.9 mi

Solid 3.5 Stars…read more Located in Meridian, this restaurant serves decent sandwiches (cold n hot), soups, chili (no beans) and large potatoes. 4 Stars Service can be spotty, however during our visit, the staff were professional and efficient. We arrived for lunch on a Saturday and they had a steady flow of patrons at the tables and ordering. Though slightly understaff, they watch as a team from taking orders, providing your dreams, preparing the order and servicing it. And they came around to see if you anything else and pick up our empty plates. 3.5 Stars Ambiance is low key and chill. Tables and bathrooms were clean and the music wasn't loud. This establishment continues to honor a 10% military discount. I believe this discount also applies to law-enforcement and first responders. Just make sure you ask for it and you may have to show your ID. Food 3 Stars I ordered the Choose 2. You can choose a sandwich, potato, and a side dish. Such as chips, mac & cheese, chili, or other side dish. Some side dishes cost more. My order was a half of a Max Spud and a cup of chili. The spud comes with cheese, black olives, green onions, and some diced ham on it. The spud was a decent size for a half potato. Can't go wrong with a cup of chili - meat chili. Wifey ordered the New Yorker, which is a Reuben on rye bread and a bag of chips. It was good. Iff you'd like Neil she may want to order an extra one. So if you live in Meridian or close to town, this is a place to go to. If you're driving through on I 20 this is also a good place to make a pitstop. you'll enjoy the food.

We stopped by here on our way from a road trip, and the food was fine! I got a veggie spud with…read morepecan berry salad, the portions were generous and the inside was nice and clean. We were in the middle of a lunch rush so it took a second for us to get our food, but overall it was a ok experience.

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Deli On 5th

3.4(16 reviews)

3.3 mi

What can I say? This was my 1st and last time here. I…read moredidn't feel very welcomed, but I can get past that. I decided I wanted a half and half soup and salad but I was told they couldn't do half a salad but as you can see in the menu they do. So, I can still get past that. I had the Thai Chicken soup, and Roast Beef Sandwich. It was actually delicious. But what I can not get past is the filthy sticky table. I asked someone to clean it, and she came with a paper towel to clean only one fourth of the table. Only where I sat, meanwhile my sister's spot was left unclean. I mean, I hope your service is better but I wasn't impressed.

OMGOOOOODNESS!!! I ordered chicken salad and asked what came with it since it is 9.00!! She said…read moreoh, it comes with fruit and lettuce and the chicken salad, duh. They brought this to me and it was so light! I opened it up and it is a scoop of chicken salad on 2 pieces of lettuce with 3 grapes, 2 small chunks of cantaloupe and one HALVED strawberry!!!!! Thank goodness I had crackers but I was still hungry after I ate it and it wasn't good at all! The chicken salad had some big gristle, gray piece of chicken in it...I gagged. ALL THIS FOR 9.00! NOTE: I went to Newk's Eatery the day before and bought a 10.00 salad and still had half of it left to take home!!!

The Deli on Fifth sandwich shop.

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Camerons Grocery Deli

4.0(1 review)

3.6 mi

Great place for a plate lunch. My favorite thing by far is the sweet potato pieread more

Jimmy John's

2.8(10 reviews)

3.4 mi

I love this place every time I stop by they are always fast and the service is just wonderful, if…read moreyou want a sandwich and is in the area make sure you please stop by they have an AWSOME TEAM!!! It's also like so clean and I love the vibe.

Food was good but my word the sandwich was small looking. I could barely see any meat on it (see…read morepictures). For 2 sandwiches meals and a cookie to cost $27 plus dollars, you'd think you would have more meat but a lot of restaurants are charging more for less these days. Service was good.

Roasted beef, I think, and cheddar, I also think because you can't see much of either.

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Excellent

Jersey Mike's Subs

4.8(12 reviews)

3.6 mi

Ordered 2 chicken Phillies and they prepared them just like we ordered. The staff was friendly even…read morethough they were busy busy.

I stopped here for a quick lunch on a road trip. They were busy, but kept things moving along. I…read moregot the turkey sub as I always do, and it was made exactly how I like it. There was even a Starbucks next door which was very convenient!

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Winn-Dixie

3.1(15 reviews)

1.7 mi

I had a major problem with a purchase from WD but Danielle who is the Deli Manager made things…read moreright. She was VERY POLITE AND APOLOGETIC. She Is the epitome of outstanding customer service and Winn Dixie should be proud to have her on staff. Thank you Danielle!

I mean... As with what seems to be the last several reviews I have written about places I've…read morechecked out; I was not by any means impressed by this Winn Dixie. Hubs and I stopped by (we have been here before but it's been about three years since the last time we were here) just to grab a few fixings for some simple meals. We were thoroughly unimpressed with the selection of fresh vegetables in particular, but fruits were lacking as well. Everything essentially was kind of a struggle, and I don't necessarily feel that there was anything particularly good about the prices. On the upside, they did have a decent section for their 'more natural/healthy' options, so if you're looking for that, you may have some luck in that department. Overall, I mean if you must get groceries and this is the only place you have to go, I guess, but if you can find somewhere else, that would probably be better.

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Vowell’s Cash Saver

3.6(7 reviews)

3.9 mi

Best grocery in town. Good prices on fruit and potatoes. Good selection of frozen foods with same…read morelow prices. Especially Hungry Man microwave meals. And the lowest prices in town on quality pork. I've been shopping there for years.

Great place to buy meat cheap . I always find soda on sale there too. Convenient, when you dont…read morewant to fight crowds in Walmart . Reasonable pricing ! Ill be back .

'Merica!

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Marlon S.

216

14 years ago

The food is great and the cost of the food is very soft on your pocket.

Sheri W.

Elite 22

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407

14 years ago

food and service are always good. They have great salads !

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