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McAlister's Deli

3.4 (124 reviews)
ModerateSalad, Delis, Sandwiches
Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Bacon Spud
Kathryn S.

My parents and I came here for the T-Mobile Tuesday free French Dip sandwich with drink purchase. I regrettably didn't get a photo of the sandwich, but I tried their bacon spud instead. It was really good! I wish they put butter on it under the cheese instead of on the side, and the bacon being in strips instead of crumbled on top was a bit unusual but good nonetheless. They were very busy, but the staff seemed to do a good job managing the long line and many customers.

10/18/2025 got 2 chili bowls. It had way too much salt and cumin. Couldn't eat it and threw both away. Waste of money
Anita C.

Wifey and I were jonzing for homemade chili and I searched on Yelp for somewhere close by. McAlisters popped up with their "filled with beef, beef and more beef to give it a hearty flavor that will warm your heart" chili. I downloaded their app and ordered 2 bowls of chili and a carrot cake. I went down there to pick up earlier than my designated time and was surprised it was already packed up and waiting for me on the pick up shelf. That was a pleasant surprise. I got home and we heated up my homemade sourdough cornbread I made the other day and dug in. Ohhh my gosh!! It was super salty and had waaaaay to much cumin (or whatever spice it was) in the chili. Wifey loves salt and it was too salty for her. I also noticed portion wise it looked more like a "cup" than a "bowl". It wasn't even filled to the top. There was at least an inch headspace. I so hate wasting food so I tried putting both "bowls" in a pot with tomato paste and water to dilute the saltiness/over seasoning. It didn't help and I threw it in the trash. Wasted $15 for both "bowls" of chili. Wifey and I love a good carrot cake and she didn't wanna try it cause the bad experience of the chili. I did and wasn't impressed. It was jus a carrot cake with big pieces of walnuts in it. Nothing special. I still haven't found one better than Q39's one. Well I'm super hesitant on going back to try something else. I usually try 2-3 times before calling quits. We'll see if I do. I know wifey won't wanna. I gave 2 stars cause the app was easy to use and the food was ready even before my designated time. Maybe a Hui Hou?? Dunno... we'll see.

We started coming here for the first time ever back in June. We all loved it, my husband, my girls and myself. It was really good! We have been here several times since. However, we have been less than satisfied the last two times we were here and I have no intentions on returning. Today (10/8) we ordered a Jalapeno Crunch and two cheese toasties with turkey one with fruit one with mac n cheese. The jalapeno crunch came out woththe meat cold cold barely any chips on it and very old avocado. It was terrible tasting. The bread was also somewhat harder and older tasting than usual. My girls' cheese toasties barely had cheese on them and my daughters wouldn't eat her mac n cheese and this kid eats EVERYTHING. The time before the bacon was so burnt I couldn't even bite it without it hurting my teeth. They didn't seem to care about it that time so I didn't even bring it up this time because I didn't have time to deal with lack of give a damn today. We aren't coming back sadly because they use to be very good.

Lindsey L.

McAlister's Deli is one of my ol' go-to's. A delicious menu with plenty of variety, McAlister's has something for everyone. It's simple counter service - order at the counter, they give you your drink(s) and a number, grab your lid and straw, find a seat, and they will bring your food to you in no time! The staff has always been super friendly and helpful to me. They can get busy - especially at lunch and on weekends. I don't think I've ever been there and NOT spotted children (family friendly!). My favorite is the Grilled Chicken Sandwich (the one that comes on a croissant, not the Club) with a side of Mac n' Cheese and a Half n' Half Iced Tea (half sweet, half unsweetened). One day I'll try a loaded spud with an Arnold Palmer but for now I just love my 'usual' so much!

Savannah Cobb Salad
Joe R.

I enjoy McAllister's Deli. The food is always prepared fresh and they have quite a variety of sandwiches, salads, and soups. I ordered the Savannah chopped salad today and it was delicious. I always liked the dried cranberries, honey roasted almonds, and that special dressing. It's a good combination! You don't wait too long for your meal, and there is always someone walking around to make sure that you're taken care of and to refill your drink. This location is easily accessible right off of the road, and there's plenty of parking in the front or the rear of the building. The dining room has plenty of seating with high top tables, as well as regular tables and booths.

Tamilah K.

It pains me to write this review but I must be true to my experience. A coworker and I decided to grab lunch at McAlister's as I was raving about their tasty chicken club sandwich. We arrive and head to order. Now I've never been inside of this restaurant since the two previous orders were either Postmates or a friend dropped it off to me. So it took a few minutes to find my way. There was a young blonde cashier who took us in her line. I order my food, she asks if I'd like a drink and I declined saying I just wanted water. I hand her my debit card and she tosses it on the counter. PET PEEVE ALERT! Then she asks if it's to-go or dine-in. I respond with "we're going to eat her. She tosses the table top order number card on the counter. PET PEEVE ALERT! I slide to the side so that I can help my coworker in case he has issues. He orders and asks for water. She tosses his debit card and order card on the counter as well. At this point I'm LIVID. Then I remembered who I was...a YELP ELITE. So I held it together and proceeded to check in on the app so I'd remember to post a review. After she hands him his water I jokingly say "so do I not get a water?" I kid you not, she says "Did you ask for one" with a snotty undertone. It took everything with me to grit my teeth and say "Yes, when you asked my drink choice I said I would just drink water." I would've given 1 or 2 stars based on that interaction alone, but the food was good and well plated. Word to the wise, retrain your cashiers on customer service and etiquette. Had I been anyone different, this poor review wouldn't have been the final result of this visit UPDATE: I was sent a gift certificate for a free meal. Unfortunately, the date listed as expiration was set for 2018. Almost didn't get my food. Smh

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1 year ago

Was there recently while getting my tire fixed next door. I decided to stop by and grab a bite to eat. My food was 10/10

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2 years ago

Not what it used to be but still a good choice for a quick meal. The food is fresh and good portion sized. The tea is the game changer!

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3 years ago

One my favorite places to go to..I always do the half and half meal ,so I can try different items in one meal

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I love eating here. My bread wasn't fully toasted this last time, but it was still delicious!

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Thompson Bros Cubanos

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Some restaurants serve great food. Others make you feel like you've gone home…read more I've been chasing the perfect Cubano ever since I left Florida. I didn't grow up eating them--my family didn't have much money--but I discovered them later while exploring little neighborhood spots around Tampa and Ybor City. Somewhere along the way, the Cubano became my sandwich. So when I ordered a Cubano, a bag of chips, and a Mexican Coke from Thompson Bros Cubanos, I expected a good lunch. Instead, I got a taste of home. The sandwich was everything a Cubano should be. The pork was tender, the ham and Swiss were perfectly balanced, the mustard and pickles added just the right bite, and most importantly, the bread was authentic. If you've ever had a real Tampa Cubano, you know the bread is what makes it. Crisp on the outside, soft inside, and sturdy enough to hold everything together without getting in the way. Talking with owner Clint Thompson made the experience even better. He grew up in Tampa and has his Cuban bread shipped from La Segunda Bakery in Ybor City--the same bakery that's been making Cuban bread since 1915. That isn't marketing; it's respect for the tradition. Clint greeted me like an old friend, and we spent time talking about Florida, food, and his plans to open a full Florida-inspired restaurant. After hearing his vision, I can honestly say it's one of the restaurants I'm most excited to see become a reality. If you've never had an authentic Tampa-style Cubano, this is the place to start. And if you're someone who misses Florida the way I do, don't be surprised if the first bite transports you back there. This wasn't just one of the best sandwiches I've had in Kansas City--it reminded me why I fell in love with Cubanos in the first place.

We have followed this business on social media for a year and weren't able to try it until to…read moretoday. It was well worth the wait! The rice and beans were some of the best I've had, and the Cuban was top notch. I really liked the bread, it was toasty but not dry. The service was quick and friendly, can't wait to have another one sometime!

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