Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Jason's Deli in Brier Creek has been a staple sandwich shop for me for more than a decade, and it…read morecontinues to deliver the same reliable quality year after year. The food is consistently well prepared and delicious, whether you're grabbing a sandwich, checking out the salad bar, or ordering one of their specialty items. The pricing and overall value are right on par with other sandwich spots in the area, making it an easy choice for a quick lunch or casual dinner. One of the standout aspects here is the table service, which is a welcome change from many fast-casual establishments where you have to hunt down your own food or wait by a counter. The dining room is kept clean and tidy throughout the day, providing a comfortable environment to sit down and eat. As a fun bonus, they also feature a soft-serve ice cream machine--though it's a treat I don't always take advantage of, it's always a nice touch for dining in. Overall, it's a dependable neighborhood favorite that hasn't lost its touch. Highly recommended!

I ordered Tiff's Cookies online and Jason's Deli is the pickup spot. I arrived at the appointed…read moretime and the cookies were coming hot out of the oven. They were handed to me in a box with a ribbon and a shopping bag. I felt like I was getting a present. My husband loved the cookies and he ate all 6 of them in a few hours. Thanks to Jason's for this wonderful experience.

Fruit, potatoes shop and (can't remember the name). Chicken sandwich.

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Paris Baguette

4.0(102 reviews)

1.4 mi

How did I not know this incredible place is right by my house?! It's located inside the Asian…read moregrocery store by the Trali Irish Pub. A friend told us we absolutely had to check this place out, I'm so glad we did. My husband and I visited one evening and ordered a few different items to try. I absolutely love that everything is in a case and you help yourself with your own set of clean tongs. You then take your tray to the register to check out and they will heat up anything you like and box up anything you like. We enjoyed everything we ate and we are looking forward to going back. They have a membership club that you can sign up for for free and you can earn discounts and free stuff. Just for signing up we earned a free pastry.

I was very excited to try this place because croissants are my favorite food and I was mourning the…read moreloss of Layered in Raleigh. The croissants were meh, more of what I'd expect from a grocery store than a quality bakery. They were fine, but nothing to get excited about. Their location is quite far from anywhere I go on a daily basis too and I have many other better options for croissants closer by. I can't see myself going back.

Pre order is on right now for your holiday cakes need. Enjoy our handcrafted cake!

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Firehouse Subs

3.0(45 reviews)

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Firehouse subs makes a great sub. There is no doubt about it. My favs are the Italian Sub "fully…read moreinvolved" and the Brisket sub. THe subs are also very large and filling. I love that they put them in a carton, instead of wrapping them up on to-go orders b/c it cuts down on a mess. My gripe w/ this location is the customer service. I usually come at dinner time, and there is rarely anyone there. Last night, I walked in to an empty restaurant, and all 3 workers just stared at me. No "welcome to Firehouse" or "Hi, how are you". Not even a "What can I get for you." Just stared at me, waiting for me to order. When they gave me my order, no "Enjoy" or "thanks for coming" or "have a nice night." However, they had no problem talking to each other. I have worked in the service industry before and that is why this is a major turn-off for me. I could overlook it if it was a one-time thing, but it's an every time thing. Extremely rude.

Would never go here again . First time going In General. I walk in and the worker is on the phone…read morefirstly and kept pointing to the kiosks just saying use the kiosk like but not explaining why they can't take my order mind you there was three people and they were fine to take it I'm sure ... he had an attitude and was rude asf when asking a question that could've been answered if he cared to take my order in the first place . African American man , beard , stronger build. Didn't get his name but if you don't like your job, don't work there ! Won't be back !

Cool picture/mural

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Showmars

4.3(146 reviews)

0.0 mi

Showmars in Brier Creek is easy to miss if you're not looking for it. It's tucked on the corner of…read morethe shopping center, but parking is easy once you're there. The menu is a mix of southern fast food and Greek staples, which I'm a bit indifferent about but they seem to not interfere much with each other. I've been twice on different days now fried chicken sandwich one visit, Greek salad the next and both were good representation of both. Staff is friendly every time and the food comes out fast, which is exactly what you want from a spot like this.Also plenty of indoor seating and table service as far as delivery and removal of your order. Great pick for a quick lunch when you want something a little more interesting than usual fast food.

The food here, whether the Greek Salad (add chicken), the calabash shrimp plate, the fish and…read moreshrimp plate, the gyro plate, or simply the cactus chili or pita and hummus, the food is top notch, on point, and large healthy plates of food, delicious hush puppies and fries. It's one of my favorite places to dine. My mother is currently living with me, and on three occasions over the past month and a half now, she's kindly asked me to grab her a fish and shrimp plate! She's peculiar and yet, loves it. The service is always exceptional. Kind, friendly, smiles, with suggestions and advice on good food, I'm often asked if I would like a beverage while I wait, or I'm always asked if I need sauces, silverware or anything additional. The ambience is what it is for a restaurant. Spacious, sometimes a little loud, but always clean. I've never dined here where anything appeared unswept, unclean or not cared for and attended to. Overall, a perfect place to have some great food. Did I mention the cactus chili!!! Omg. Worth the trip!!!!

Flounder Fish sandwich with fries

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Half sweet tea and table tent.

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza + Craft Bar

I love Brixx! Great service, great food, and good beer ($4 craft beer drafts on Mondays). The…read morebooths are huge and very comfy, and the servers are always on point. They always have a good selection of draft beers too. What's not to love? We tried the Baked Spinach & Artichoke Dip, and it was so tasty, with a great flavor. The pita it came with was the perfect texture as well. We ordered the Sausage + Spicy Honey pizza and a 4x4 Pizza with marinara sauce. The 4x4 is loaded with meats, which I enjoyed, but I liked the Sausage + Spicy Honey pizza even better. The hot honey added such a great flavor to the dish! I used to frequent the Brixx in Wilmington, NC when I was in college. This Brixx location lives up to my memories from my college days.

First of all, the ordering app was a nightmare. I could not get my order to go through. So instead,…read moreI had to call to place the order I ordered two pizzas. Each one was 11 inches, so they are about a small to medium size. First was the Rustica with prosciutto, mozzarella, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, and roasted garlic spread on an olive oil base. I omitted the black olives. Pretty good flavor. I think if anything, some roasted peppers or sun dried tomatoes would have added a little sweetness and pop of color. My other selection was the Bronx Bomber. Spicy Italian sausage, prosciutto, mozzarella and gorgonzola with marinara and fresh oregano. Really good flavor and I was worried that the gorg would overwhelm the rest of the pizza. Thankfully, that did not happen. The ingredients were well proportioned. Not the best pizza I've ever had, but solid quality. And good job on leaving the olives off! And they have a nice bar with a number of draft beer options too.

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Jersey Mike's Subs

2.9(17 reviews)

0.1 mi

Ordered the #7 Mike's Way and it hit the spot. The sandwich was fresh, everything tasted good, and…read morethe toppings gave it plenty of flavor without being too much. The bread was soft, the turkey and provolone were solid, and it was made just the way I expected. Service was pretty quick and the staff was friendly. Overall, a good experience and definitely a sandwich I'd order again.

If you want a decent sandwich I think it pays to request a special order. I ordered a chicken…read morePhilly and got almost no chicken! I also ordered a famous Philly as a special order with raw onions and lettuce and got a better sandwich

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Pho Xpress

4.1(413 reviews)

0.6 mi

really enjoy my experience here. i come every other week. the food comes out pretty quickly almost…read moreevery-time and the customer service is efficient. the meat portions are generous, and the broth was decent and flavorful.

Pros: cheap, broth is good on its own but can be oily. Perfect amount of broth, meat, toppings…read more Fast friendly service! For NC, this place is solid. Cons: egg roll meat is cooked first? Then lightly fried? Idk why they do this but the meat tasted off and the egg rolls wrapper were very stale. I would t get egg rolls here, doesn't feel homemade Ambiance is super cute and ordering is fast! They have self serve water Our main gripe is that we are from Southern California so it' was really weird to have that type of egg roll served. Also the rare beef is sliced very thick compared to the west coast. This causes it to be a chewier bite than we are used to. Flavors solid but the details are what makes you better than others! We typically go to BEE BANH MI but their con is that they close early NC has many cons

Inside dining area!

Chicken Fried Rice

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Peri Peri Bistro

4.0(108 reviews)

1.0 mi

very good, love this place. food taste so fresh and can enjoy whenever and suits every type of…read moreprotein!

Let's start with ambiance- bold beautiful colors throughout the establishment and smelled very nice…read moreinside. Not like food, but clean. Almost smelled like Method sandalwood cleaner-light and fragrant, not antiseptic, The young man behind the counter was very courteous and friendly. Explained the menu and even offered a photo book of all their dishes so you can see what you're getting into before taking the plunge. After our order was prepared, he delivered it to our table and cleared the table when we were finished. Nice touch! Now the food- I got the leg quarter bowl on millennial salad base with roasted red pepper, roasted corn, and black beans, pico, greens. (They were out of quinoa, which was fine by me lol) It came with a delicious white garlic dipping sauce. The whole meal was amazing and I had plenty to take home for lunch the next day. I will definitely be coming back. This place has got it going on!

Inside dining

Grilled Salmon

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Jerk Chooks Wing Bowl with Saffron Rice

Aladdin's Eatery

4.3(585 reviews)

0.7 mi

Oh My -- Ate at my First Aladdin's Eatery twenty some years ago when a shop opened up in Dublin,…read moreOH. I was kinda annoyed because it had replaced a Dairy Queen I liked. But what first appeared as a Lebanese "health food, vegan, vegetarian" restaurant even though they had some meat dishes -- turned into one of the favorite restaurants of my life! Their hummus, pitas (light and fluffy but not overy thick), hot sauce, shawarma, salads, kibi, lamb plate, soups (V9 rules) all became things I craved for the next twenty years. And the desserts! I think they made up for all the "healthy" stuff by having freshly made cakes to indulge after a good meal. Thank goodness they had franchises in Cleveland (where I visit my mother) -- when I had moved away from one I could get my fix there. But while in Columbus area, Dublin restaurant closed and I went to the one in Grandview quite a bit. I have been back in North Carolina for 12 years now. On a day trip to Raleigh, I stopped by the store at Brier Creek (8201 Brier Creek Pkwy #107) OH MY! It has been a while (I think I need to go visit my mother! ) Had my lunch staple. shawarma salad with Aladdin's dressing (they used to have a zesty tomato back in the day that was really good) a small hummus and HOT SAUCE! I am so glad the south is staring to get the grand taste of Aladdin's Eatery! Like I told the owner -- From the first day I tasted any meal to yesterday, the meals and food are consistent -- if you go back in time, they would be prepared and taste the same -- like Heaven, mother's milk! Now Lebanese, middle eastern may not be for everyone but if you want a good healthy salad or some great soup, I am sure you can find something here.. but you will miss out on the spices and flavors! I think the main thing about Aladdin's besides stellar food and consistency is the people! I have not met an owner, server, host that was not friendly, courteous, gracious and human! These folks are great! And just like the food has been so since day one! I wish all restaurants and business could be like Aladdin's, the world would be a better place -- after my meal yesterday, I am refueled and ready to go in body and spirit! Thanks for the lifetime of great meals, see you soon!

Good food, great service, but one thing stood out: I was recommended a wine over the one I chose…read more It was offered as "more authentic to match the food, same price." It wasn't good - I didn't appreciate being pushed old inventory that had started moving toward the "vinegar" stage. This doesn't deter me from going back - the food is great! - but I will be more careful.

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Oreo cheesecake

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Loubieh and pita.

Jimmy John's

2.6(54 reviews)

0.6 mi

Worst service ever. Sunday at 2:30 PM. Sept 23rd 2018. I had to repeat my order several times…read more Ordered the Gargantuan. ---------------------------------------------- Aug 2020. The location has transformed. I use the App a without issues and pick-up from a polite staff. Sandwiches are correct and tasty over the past 3 months... 7 subs with no issues.

This location was mediocre and has gone to awful. My office is less than a mile from here and I…read moreusually go 4-5 times a month and order thru the app. The positives are their app is great, location is great, and wraps are usually above average. The negatives are most of their employees are rude, slooooooow as it can take 30 min for 1 wrap after ordering/paying thru app, inconsistent on quality and time to make, an using questionable produce at times. Too many options in the Brier Creek area for that bs.

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Tommy J.

2 months ago

I would like to say I visited tropical smoothie like three times a week during the evening. When I tell you that cafe is always clean, staff is very polite,and the food is delicious. It's usually lead by and women name Auntie,she will make your visit at tropical so pleasant the most pleasant,respectful person I've meet working with a bunch of younger kids. From the time you enter until you exit Auntie will assure your visit was worth the trip.She will also ask did the staff greet you, did they provide good service and close it with saying thanks for coming. I just want to give Auntie and her crew a 10 out of 10 keep providing excellent customer service. read more

Saniya F.

5 months ago

I was served by 2 very nice workers, I believe their names were Tylah and Malinda. They spoke very kindly towards me and were both equally professional. Not to mention, the food was also delicious !! I would definitely come back here! read more

Meaghan D.

5 years ago

Very concerned that the city of Raleigh is under a mandatory mask mandate and not 1 employee is wearing a mask... and making food... why?

Molly R.

5 years ago

Just waited 30 minutes for 2 smoothies... they have very little flavor and are 80% ice. Never again.

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