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    McAlister's Deli

    2.7 (47 reviews)
    InexpensiveSalad, Delis, Sandwiches
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    The audacity of being charged extra for this "avocado" on my baked potato. Absolutely disgusting.

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    The staff was friendly and the food was good as usual but I was disgusted when I walked into their bathroom. The toilets were dirty and one was clogged with toilet paper and there was used paper towels scattered everywhere. The bathroom obviously had not been cleaned for a while unless one person decided to go crazy in the bathroom. I'm very disappointed with their cleanliness at this location.

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    3 years ago

    When you want panera but dont want panera calories or panera prices this is where you go. I think it tastes better too

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    I've only ever had good experiences, every time I visit. The food is good, and always quick and friendly service.

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    4 years ago

    Always great food and service, special thanks to Jeremy for taking care of us today with our take 2 orders!

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    4 years ago

    Always receive good food and kind service. I recommend the French dip sandwich and the Turkey Crunch super yummy

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    3 years ago

    Delicious food. Try the chicken chipotle sandwich! Nice staff, clean restaurant! Will return.

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    So glad to hear it, Ashley! Hope to see you again soon!

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    Thanks Kemila!

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    I worked here and tried to connect with the business. I would recommend not eating at this store but up to you.

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    Thanks Robin! I am glad you two enjoyed!

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    So glad you enjoyed, Brittany!

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    Glad you have enjoyed! See you next time!

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    Chicken Salad Chick

    Chicken Salad Chick

    4.6
    (9 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Great experience! Food was fresh, delicious and exactly as ordered. You order first, then sit down…read moreand they bring the food to you. The tables were wiped down right before we sat down. Bathrooms were clean, and the food was delicious. I had a potato soup that was so delicious and thick I could have used a fork to eat it. Staff even came to our table to remove our trays when they saw we were finished. Great experience.

    It's a beautiful Saturday afternoon, so I decided to try the newest location of Chicken Salad Chick…read morewhich is only a half mile from my house! I'm glad I placed my to-go order online, because they were slammed. Since this location's grand opening was only 4 days ago & this is their first weekend since opening, I wasn't surprised. All of their food is freshly made and includes a freshness date on the back of packaged containers. I also like the fact they have minimal ingredients which are also included on their to-go containers. As soon as I got home, I devoured their Jalapeño Holly chicken salad! It was delicious with the perfect amount of mild heat. I could have taken it hotter, so even if you only like a little heat, this is a good option. I also ordered their Fancy Nancy chicken salad and pimento cheese, so can't wait to give them a try. Pro Tip: Before visiting, create an account on their website. You'll also earn rewards points for your online orders https://www.chickensaladchick.com/menu/271815 That way before you visit, you can read through their menu, because they have 13 variations of chicken salad as well as sandwiches, salads and soups. They also have a Quick Chick cooler for freshly prepared grab and go items. Not to mention their temping desserts!

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    Indoor dining area
    Indoor dining area
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    Chicken Salad Chick

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    Lawson’s On The Creek

    Lawson’s On The Creek

    4.3
    (86 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    If you're looking for a great place to get lunch in New Bern, Lawson's on the Creek is a strong…read moreoption. They're adjoined with the Tryon Palace visitor center right there in downtown New Bern, so likely they're convenient for you. They have a decent, slightly obstructed view of the water but you can walk about 50 feet and be right on it. There is a large private parking lot, so no worries on that either. In general, the sandwiches there are darn good, and the few sides we tried (dill potato salad, and their pasta salad) were excellent. My reuben on marbled rye was straight up delicious, and you order yours based on how much meat you want on it. They use Boar's Head meats here, which while I think sometimes that is overblown, you can count on that level of quality. The thing though is this, it's gonna be a pricey lunch. They are full service, so count on tipping. Their prices for sandwiches are higher than what I'm accustomed to, even with my standards adjusted for the current life of everything be expensive that we live in in 2026. Chalk that up to waterfront dining and high rent I would imagine. In any case, if the sandwich didn't live up to the price, I wouldn't give it a 5. Tasted great, service was excellent, overall a very enjoyable lunch. Would return!

    Only open for lunch so dont miss out. Really good sandwiches and side. I had the corn beef with…read moreSwiss and it was delicious. Staff is friendly and efficient. Place is nice with view of Trent river

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    Counter
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    House made Watermelon Shandy & watermelon lemonade

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    House made Watermelon Shandy & watermelon lemonade
    Panera Bread

    Panera Bread

    3.0
    (43 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    I'm going to begin with the bad and end with the very good. I've been a Panera member for many…read moreyears over many states and never had a single complaint...until today in New Bern. The bad were the people behind the counter who made the food. They used stale bread, complained a lot, and couldn't be bothered to put my bagged order in the pick-up section. I waited nearly ten minutes after the 'ready by' time before asking them about my order. They never put it out. It was sitting in the back; meaning the food was cold and the smoothie was warm. That said, Panera management and Panera corporation responded immediately to my first-time complain and made it right. I have honestly never had such a quick and positive response from any food organization...ever. Top notch. Thank you, Mr. Bartelt. You went above and beyond, and I sincerely appreciate that.

    I am a regular Panera customer, but my experience at this location was extremely disappointing…read more From the moment we arrived, the staff barely acknowledged us, and when they did, we were made to feel as though we were an inconvenience rather than valued customers. The condition of the restaurant only added to the poor experience. There was food on the floor, the tables had not been cleaned, and the self-service beverage area appeared neglected and unkempt. This level of cleanliness and customer service falls well below the standard I have come to expect from Panera. Overall, this was a very disappointing visit, and I hope management addresses these issues so future customers receive the welcoming atmosphere and cleanliness that should be expected.

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    Hearty Fireside Chili & Rustic Baked Potato Soup
    Hearty Fireside Chili & Rustic Baked Potato Soup
    Kickin' Grilled Cheese & Creamy Tomato Soup Value Duet
    Kickin' Grilled Cheese & Creamy Tomato Soup Value Duet
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    The Sandspur

    The Sandspur

    4.3
    (106 reviews)
    86.6 mi

    "Delicious dive on Lake Park Blvd in Carolina Beach"…read more Came here for lunch on a Sunday at right around noon. The place is dark and kind-of makes you feel like you're in the bowels of a wooden ship. There's a large bar in the center, and a few tables around it, as well as a few tables outside in the back. We were seated right away. I ordered the hot honey shrimp wrap as well as the pickled veggies appetizer. My dining partner got the quinoa grain and greens bowl with blackened tuna. Our food came out in around 10 minutes. The hot honey shrimp wrap came with french fries, to my surprise (didn't see that mentioned on the menu), which were fine. The wrap itself was DELICIOUS. MAN, that hot honey was SO tasty, and the greens and corn batter on the shrimp really complemented it well. It is a very, very messy dish to eat with your hands, so be prepared, but it's well worth the sacrifice. The pickled veggies were local and very tasty-- also a very good value for $5. My dining partner really liked her bowl and the tuna in it as well. The staff were quite attentive, regularly checking in, filling drinks, and clearing dirty plates. Only caution is that a lot of the batters are corn-based, so be careful if you have that allergy. Overall, would very happily come back-- great in all respects. I recommend highly!

    The food is fine, but nothing special. The service is slow and they aren't very attentive (unless…read moreyou are sitting at the bar). Really hard to get a parking spot in the paid parking options. Cute little dive bar look but going once was enough for us

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    Inside view
    The Buoy Basket of cornmeal breaded shrimp with fries, slaw, buttermilk ranch, and cocktail sauce
    The Buoy Basket of cornmeal breaded shrimp with fries, slaw, buttermilk ranch, and cocktail sauce
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    Outdoor seating
    Carolina Bagel Company & Deli

    Carolina Bagel Company & Deli

    4.3
    (114 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    After more than a decade, we finally made it back to Carolina Bagel--and now I'm kicking myself for…read morenot returning sooner. My husband and I split The Woods sandwich with Maui onion chips, and it was exactly what you want from a great lunch spot: perfectly toasted, flavorful, and not overloaded--just the right balance of meat and cheese. Our server (brown ponytail, floral sleeve tattoo) was fantastic--super friendly and thoughtful enough to split our sandwich onto two separate trays without us asking. Those little touches make a big difference. We grabbed pastries to go and had them later with coffee at home... just as delicious as lunch. The place was hopping (always a good sign), service was smooth, and even the bathrooms were spotless. Safe to say this won't be a once-a-decade visit anymore!

    I have nothing bad to say about the place. Everything is…read moregreat. I will say when they say they're closing at 1:30 they are closed. At 1:10 the chairs are up on the tables. They're mopping and cleaning the grill and counting money. You can call in an order at 1:20, but you'd better be on time to get it, pay for it and leave. They don't play about the time.

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    Prep area near the sitting area. Everything had day tags on them. Watched employees pull from the front and place new items in the back
    Prep area near the sitting area. Everything had day tags on them. Watched employees pull from the front and place new items in the back
    Kids chicken sandwich with the sauce and toppings on the side.
    Kids chicken sandwich with the sauce and toppings on the side.
    Sausage omelet with side of bacon and a toasted plain bagel with veggie cream cheese

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    Sausage omelet with side of bacon and a toasted plain bagel with veggie cream cheese

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