Panera Bread

We spotted this little place as we were entering Sam's Club parking lot. Glad we turned around and…read moregave it a try! Best cuban sandwich we've had. The authentic Cuban bread is even sourced from Florida and was perfectly crisp! The inside is small but has plenty of seating. The staff were very friendly and talked with us as they made our food. We will definitely be planning our shopping trips around lunchtime in the future!

I'm not sure what I was expecting, but it was not what I experienced. Cafe Cubano is more of a…read moredrive-thru only kind of establishment that specializes in Cuban cuisine and fancy coffees. The service was quick and polite, and they were patient with someone who wasn't quite sure what to order. I ultimately went with the classic Cuban but did not venture into the coffees or drinks. The sandwich was good, but that's really about it. Shredded pork, ham, mustard, pickles and cheese. Simple as that. It was good but nothing noteworthy or really anything that stood out. I would recommend Cafe Cubano is you're looking for an alternative to the typical chain restaurants, but don't expect anything over the top.

Storefront

Cuban Sandwich (half of 9")

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Iced Cafe Con Leche

Split Social Kitchen

4.5(150 reviews)

0.5 mi

Split Social Kitchen is easily one of the most creative dining spots in town. The menu is full of…read morebold, unique flavors--the Kevin Costner meatballs with that hint of lavender and the Danielle & David Tuna Bombs are absolute standouts. Fantastic service, great energy, and fresh food every time. Highly recommended!

There are flavors that are good and then there are flavors that stop you in your tracks…read more The Danielle & David Tuna Bombs with a kimchi vinaigrette were extraordinary... bright, unexpected, and completely addictive. The Kevin Costner was another standout. The subtle hint of lavender from the Herbes de Provence rising through the rich red sauce was such a beautiful, unexpected note. When a chef can create flavors that linger long after the last bite, you remember the meal. This was one of those meals.

Front of restaurant

The Lennon Mariah - tasty marinaded salmon and to die for greens and risotto

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Burger

The Sub Shop

4.6(64 reviews)

1.2 mi

Little sub shop on Seminole open til 2:30pm. Its an easy…read morespot to pull in. They take cash only so be sure that u do carry some. They have some outdoor seating but limited if u want to sit and eat. There's a big menu on the wall with all different sandwiches and salad. I got the large fighter pilot cold sandwich. The sandwich to me was okie. Its a little bland with the dressing or they don't put enough mayo/italian seasoning? For the price is a bit expensive, since u get like 1 piece of different meat and barely of the veggies. Was ok for me. And they only take cash.

Best sub you can find in the state of Missouri! Service is on point. Wish they had these…read morefranchised all over the Midwest!

Menu

Bomber - double meat & cheese

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The Super

Derby Deli

4.4(22 reviews)

2.1 mi

What a cool place! We decided to do lunch there because we heard some great things about it. We…read morewere not disappointed. I had the Derby Deli Club while my wife had the Salmon BLT. Both were loaded with toppings and tasted so good. Also, my wife is gluten free and said the bread was just right. For drinks my wife had a Vodka Blueberry Lemonade while I had a Warsteiner Dunkel (which I can't believe was only $2!). We both finished our meals with dessert. I had the St. Michael's Lemon Blueberry while my wife had the gluten free Brownie. Overall this was a great experience and we loved how well the staff did their jobs. Try it out if you are in the Springfield area.

We don't drink so I can't speak from that perspective, but I thought the menu looked delicious. I…read moregot a salmon BLT and husband got the club. I really liked mine but his was pretty plain. He got the side salad with his and it was definitely bottled ranch, not made in house. I might come back but nothing blew us away. The staff was friendly

Ruben on grilled rye bread!! My first and NOT my last!

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Jimmy John's

1.6(7 reviews)

0.7 mi

Okay, they have to update their slogan from 'Freaky Fast' to 'Make sure you take a day off from…read morework to wait to get your sandwich.' OMG it was just so slow today, and it's starting to become more the norm than a once in awhile thing. I've noticed that this typically happens when they have this long haired skinny kid working making sandwiches regardless of how many people are working there. The dude moves like molasses in the wintertime. In addition to this, he continually handed out the wrong orders to customers. This was because when people asked for something special on their order he didn't call it out as something like a number 5 hold the onions. He just kept calling out the numbers and let the customers figure it out. After a long wait he finally called out Hunters Club. When I went to take it he said he forgot the Dijon so he'd give me some packets. I got home to find the packets were regular mustard. Fortunately I had Dijon at home so I could reassemble my sandwich, but I could have saved the time aggravation and just made the sandwich at home.

these people are seriously brain dead multiple times i have came in here with my order un ready or…read morejust straight up horrible service they always blame it on being in the back but this has happened multiple times so this cannot be a coincidence

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J Parrino's Queen City Deli

4.2(74 reviews)

1.2 mi

Everything was delicious! Such a unique hole in the wall deli to get Italian sandwiches. They have…read morea case with amazing dessert options. They even have a little shopping area with some authentic Italian groceries. Service was great, food came out quick and was so yummy! Highly recommend.

J. Parrino's Queen City Deli -- "More Than What Meats the Eye"…read more It's no wonder why J. Parrino's Queen City Deli is more than what meats the eye. The name behind it, Joe Parrino, is a renowned St. Louis restaurateur known for blending Italian tradition with classic St. Louis-style soups, sandwiches, and pastas -- and that mix absolutely shines here in Springfield. From the outside, you might not think much of it. But as they say, IYKYK. This is definitely not a book to judge by its cover. Tucked on the east side of Sunshine, it's the kind of local gem you'll want to keep in your lunch rotation. I started with the Milo Salad, and wow -- thick cuts of salami and pepperoni, fresh cheese, crisp lettuce, crunchy homemade croutons, and a perfectly sliced hard-boiled egg. The dressing took it to another level -- creamy like Caesar but with a tangy vinaigrette twist. Honestly, I almost forgot to take a photo because I couldn't stop eating. And that garlic breadstick? Fresh, soft, and buttery perfection. Next up was the Parrino Special, their house sandwich -- prosciutto, salami, and incredibly tender roast beef stacked between garlic bread buns and topped with a house salad. Every bite was a dream: the crunch of the bread and salad with the tenderness of the meats created layers of flavor and texture that just worked. Pure happiness between garlic bread. The team here is friendly, fast, and full of good recommendations -- you can tell they care about what they're serving. If you're looking for a local spot that nails the trifecta of soups, salads, sandwiches, and pasta, Queen City Deli might just become your new favorite lunch stop.

4. LoRusso's Special Muffuletta Sandwich

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South Side Sicilian Sandwich, Pasta Salad, Chips, Soda

Firehouse Subs

3.4(14 reviews)

0.8 mi

We ordered a sub platter for part of a wedding groomsman's lunch. The team here was so helpful…read moreoffering to pack the lettuce and tomato on the side so they wouldn't wilt. The subs were perfect, as was the customer service!

I stop here fairly regularly as it seems to be better quality and a better value than our local…read moreSubway. The taste is always more than satisfactory, I get the Cajun Chicken. The bread is nicely toasted and never burnt and the flavor is consistent. However, I have noticed that the portion of the chicken seems to vary each time I purchase it. This last time the portion seemed quite a bit less than I usually get, but it was still adequate for what I needed. I ordered online so I never interacted with the workers expect to ask for the water bottle I had purchased and they had not placed in the bag. Initially they told me they couldn't find any water bottles and I might just have to have a cup of water, which would be fine besides I paid almost $2.50 for a bottled water. In the end they found one. The establishment was clean, however the workers were putting half the chairs up on the tables as if they were closing, and it was only 6pm (they close at 9pm).

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Jersey Mike's Subs

3.7(42 reviews)

1.1 mi

Sooooo loud and noisy from music and kitchen noise it's hard to order. Assembly line was crazy…read morechaos and couldn't get synced up on my order.

Had a 5 star experience here. Always amazing subs. My mom asked for her sandwich cut in half. I was…read morewatching the worker make it and he bagged it un-cut then read the order again opened it back up and cut it. It's the little things!! Thank you Mike!

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MaMa Jean's Natural Market

4.4(30 reviews)

1.1 mi

I recommend this place for many reasons! The food in the deli is good and their SUSHI is so good…read moreand for a good price!!! They have loads of healthy options and their little store with personal care options is pretty diverse! A bit expensive but good quality!

Once again, I entered the store on Sunshine because it's minutes from my house and I didn't choose…read moreto drive to any of my preferred stores. I picked up the few things that I came for and decided I'd get a salad to take home. There were no small containers, only the large ones. When I told the checkout person, there were no small containers. She replied, "The deli is short-staffed." So let me get this straight, only the deli people are authorized to put paper containers on the salad bar? She handed me my receipt, she stood there while I was left to sack up my groceries. Guess that's not her job either. I think it's time for self-checkout here. May I can also get clearance to stock the salad bar.

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The 7th on Walnut

4.8(22 reviews)

3.2 mi

Got the regular "The Turkey" sandwich and it was amazing. It's quite a tight space but I think that…read moreadds to the place more than anything and the guy up front was chill as hell. 10/10 won't be my last time coming here

Heard some say this place was good...well, absolutely this place is great. Now, two small tables…read moreinside and one outside...so, more designed to be to-go. But let me say, this place has some great sandwiches and fries. - The Spicy: this cheesesteak derivative sandwich....what flavor to this sandwich. It wasn't spicy hot as much as just full flavored goodness. It had grilled jalapeños and grilled pepperchinis. Those being grilled gave it a whole 'nother taste....that tasted great. - The fries: you get a whole bag full of them. Garlic, salt pepper...fresh cut fries....top notch tasting fries!!! Here's a crazy little fun thing with the place: on the wall, to the left of where you order. There's a little house front on the wall....the door opens up. Behind the door is a secret tiny menu. Different items than what is on the big boards hanging on the wall. I didn't know this detail before I ordered. But now I do....lol!

Inside the restaurant

Our bacon double cheeseburger

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