Papa Johns Pizza

haven't been here in a while and decided to give it another try. chicken was better and actually…read morepretty fast service.

I normally like Popeye's - in other locations. This one needs some re-training for its cooks. For…read moreexample, the spicy chicken sandwich is lacking. Just has no pizazz. The chicken tenders are dry and tasteless. It wasn't always this way, but something changed in the last year or so. The employees are friendly - maybe they just need someone to give them direction - or inspiration! **They also need someone to update their social media menus.

Not enough people on shift!!!!

Popeyes Sides

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Popeyes Strawberry Biscuits

Freddy's

2.7(133 reviews)

0.9 mi

I tried Freddy's for the first time after seeing the TikTok Smashburger, and the burger definitely…read morelived up to the hype. It was juicy and flavorful. The chicken strips were disappointing. They were better than McDonald's, but not what I'd expect for the price. I paid just over $9 for three chicken strips alone, and my total for the Smashburger and strips came to $14.. At those prices, I was expecting restaurant quality food, and the chicken did not deliver. I'd go back for the Smashburger, but I'd skip the chicken strips. If Freddy's wants to charge premium prices, I think the quality should consistently match.

This is my second time and every time I ask for a "hamburger" and specify no cheese I still get a…read more"cheeseburger". Apparently the company is no longer keeping a log of times they mess up. They aren't allowing the customer the opportunity to go back another day to collect a refund or a replacement meal. Now it has to be on same day of the mistake they created. Even after specifying no cheese twice I still have to drive back to get want I initially ordered. I have to drive back a SECOND time just to get it right? What's the purpose? Who does it benefit? The company? Why should I have go out of MY way for your mistake? I loss no matter what. That's my gas, my time, my money after they made the mistake. Seems like they aren't interested in the consumer. I guess now a days most company's are more interested in making money then keeping people as a customer. I get that no one gives a shit anymore about the consumer or people in general. Every transaction counts. Anyhow, It's a big inconvenience and I will no longer consume at any Freddy's location. Hope they improve the mistake policy.

Cheery interior

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Papa Locos Tacos and Burgers

4.2(361 reviews)

1.6 mi

I would have given five stars for the excellent food and service but the parking valet took my car…read moreand never returned it

The no-man's land of Rita and Old Vail Roads in a sketchy piece of real estate, inside a gas…read morestation....if the asphalt parking lot is full, you can do the dirt lot. Ambiance/Cleanliness-better than expected, could be improved...There is a proper indoor seating area..3 stars Service-cashier is new and it shows, Frank helped out...guy is genuine and humble. 4 stars. Food-Got the Colossal burrito with shredded beef, added cheese and requested salsa verde. Damn! One of, if not THE best burritos I have had in Tucson in 4 years. The only complaint is that the meat could have been hotter to melt the cheese, but all the flavors and textures are pure knockout. Delicious. Price was fair. 5 stars.

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Salad and Go

3.3(28 reviews)

0.8 mi

Quick somewhat healthy option on this side of town. Inahve only tried the salads and lemonade but…read morenot too bad overall

First they get the order wrong so my husband has to go back and get it fixed…read more Then we get home and there is a giant fly sitting in the buffalo chicken. Is it not covered?? It's black and very hard to miss. I'm so hungry

Beat goes on with missing ingredients

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Hamburger Stand

3.0(11 reviews)

0.8 mi

Went in to grab some poppers and mini corndogs for the road. Daylan was the cashier and was very…read morefriendly. When I placed my order I said that's it and he upsold me a large ice tea. Somehow he knew I had forgotten the drink part. Lol. But it was nice to see him smiling behind the register. Many restaurants have forgotten to smile at the register. Food came out hot and delish. Will I go back?? Heck yes I will!! Was going to take pics but I ate it all. Next time!!

Went through drive through today. Simple order 2 hotdogs polish sandwich and large fry. Money was…read moretaken promptly. Sat at window for about 10 minutes. Order brought to me only was for the car behind me which had not arrived until I had been sitting there for at least 5 minutes. Their order was in 2 large bags. Oops, my order had evidently not been requested. Waited 5 more minutes for a very simple order. When I finally received it the fries were missing. This place lost my business. Never received any explanation.

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Panda Express

2.1(128 reviews)

1.1 mi

I know Panda Express isn't authentic Chinese food. But hey, what can I say, I'm a fan of this…read morequick-service restaurant. To the degree that it's one of my favorite fast food options, period. Panda Express has an interesting history. Their owner took a gamble and it paid off handsomely. I won't go into the details in the interest of time, but it is an interesting corporate history. And they invented Orange Chicken, which is now a staple at Chinese restaurants nationwide. Service (4/5): You can either go through their drive-through or go inside. If you go inside, you can see the food in front of you and pick what you want. Service isn't a big part of the experience here, but I appreciate that they always tend to be efficient. Especially compared to other fast food restaurants, that can be a hit or a miss. Ambiance (3.5/5): I mean, it's a fast food joint, so what do you expect? Pretty much the standard experience. Typically clean. Typically comfortable. Your choice as to whether you want to dine in or do takeout. Drinks (3/5): Pretty much your standard selection of soft drinks and iced teas. Food (4/5): The iconic orange chicken. It's not healthy. But it's delicious. And they do it well here, especially when you get a batch that's just off the wok. Definitely go with it as one of your entrees. I've tried a good number of their entrees over the years. Orange chicken is by far the winner. Most of their other options are meh. The only other one I like, and it is healthier, is the teriyaki chicken. They will slice it in front of you and you'll get a teriyaki sauce packet on the side. As far as your side, you can go with white rice, fried rice, or chow mein. And they will put a fortune cookie in your bag. For what it is, I love Panda Express. It's good value for the money.

I recently visited Panda Express and had one of the most frustrating customer experiences. When it…read morecame time to pay, I handed over my money only to be told they don't have any pennies. Because of that, I didn't receive my full change back, and if this is happening to me, how many other customers are also being shorted every single day? Even a few pennies add up fast. If this location is keeping the difference from hundreds of transactions, that's easy, guaranteed profit coming directly out of customers' pockets. It raises a big question: Why can't they go to the bank and get proper change like every other business? Pennies may seem small, but it's still our money. This kind of practice feels careless and unprofessional. Customers should never be the ones paying the price for a store's lack of management or preparation. Whether intentional or not, it comes across as a terrible business practice, and it definitely left a bad taste in my mouth, and not the kind food fixes. Until they fix their change handling, I won't be returning. Customers deserve better.

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Serial Grillers

3.7(290 reviews)

0.9 mi

I really enjoy this place. The pizzas are excellent, the salads are fresh, and the burgers are some…read moreof the best in town. Like many restaurants these days, they ask for a tip even on pickup and to go orders. Personally, I prefer tipping for seated service, but that's become pretty common. The reason I mention it is that almost every pickup order I've had has had something missing, incorrect, or prepared differently than ordered. The food itself is consistently great, but the accuracy of the orders has been consistently disappointing. Unfortunately, you usually don't discover the mistake until you get home. My advice: if you're picking up your order, take a minute to check everything before you leave. It'll save you an extra trip and a lot of frustration.

Not sure what happened. My death proof pastrami took an…read moreawful turn for disaster. Its usually good. To go order. Suppose to be mayo and Dijon. Not Dijon but creamy horseradish and mayo. Does not go well with pastrami and onions. Need some quality control.

Front order counter

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Arby's

3.3(24 reviews)

0.9 mi

No judgement on my five stars for a fast food BUT this location is it. We don't do the fast food…read morething too often but when we do this Arby's is in the top 3. Always clean, super welcoming staff, and for fast food... the chicken sandwich and brisket sandwich always taste fresh and great. The fries are pretty yum too. I have never NOT rung the bell on my way out.

The place was very clean. Denton I think was his name was very courteous taking our order. They had…read morelike 5 people working so I'm assuming they were training. Food came out quick. Almost too quick. Fries weren't crispy and my chicken was a little dried out. Wife's beef and cheddar were good. Will we go back? I'm sure we will. Gotta keep the wife happy!!

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eegee's

2.7(43 reviews)

1.0 mi

Our car contained only my husband and me. We were thrilled…read morewith the kind service we received. From the first greeting at the menu board through the delivery of our order. We were greeted with enthusiasm, clarity and kindness. Who said all of that could not be achieved in a few seconds and yet maintained for even more? We were quite pleased with our experience and intend to go back. Of course the food met ecoections, it was the Customer Service we were exceptionally pleased with.

Eegee's now has breakfast and I was excited to try. Our family loves Eegee's for a quick bite and…read morecool down so I was definitely curious about their new offerings. I ordered the classic breakfast burrito with sausage and the brioche sandwich with ham. Both were well prepared, hot, and fresh. The sausage wasn't my favorite flavor nor was the salsa that came with the burrito. But the breakfast sandwich was yummy and overall it was a good quick breakfast and affordable for the family. I say Eegee's is giving good competition to the other quick breakfast places and you should check it out. I'm definitely going to try the other breakfast options. I tried the houghton location btw and service was fast and friendly and this place is always clean.

"best ranch fries ever made"

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McDonald's

1.5(39 reviews)

1.0 mi

Their ice cream machine and smoothie machine are always "broken." It's pathetic. How come hamburger…read morestand always has a working ice cream but no his McDonald's never has one? An off duty employee at this location told me that it's never broken and that they just don't want to make it.

Just get the order right for once!!!! Every time I go to this place I have issues. It is not until…read moreyou drive away that you realize that this is not what I ordered. It isn't that hard people. Diaz Management don't get another McDonalds in this area until you can get it right! Jeez!!!

Bev line

"Double Big Mac"

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14 years ago

Really like their pizza, however, really disappointed in their specials and free pizza offers

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