Tropical Smoothie Cafe

If you're craving a real-deal Philly cheesesteak, Hog'sHead Big Philly delivers…read more From the first bite, you can tell they don't cut corners. The steak was tender, seasoned just right, and cooked perfectly -- juicy without being greasy. The bread made a huge difference too. Soft on the inside with just enough firmness on the outside to hold everything together without falling apart. The cheese melted evenly throughout the sandwich, blending perfectly with the steak and toppings. Every bite had flavor -- not just in the middle, but from end to end. Portion size? Big and satisfying. Definitely lives up to the "Big Philly" name.

We visited for their Happy hour (half off appetizers) which starts at 3pm. Three of us ordered…read morequite a few appetizers. I've been here quite a few times in the past and can only say their food is delicious. I loved being able to try items I hadn't tried before, such as the steamed shrimp and their jumbo wings. The drink options for happy hour were not the priority for me, but my father was visiting from New Orleans and was not impressed with the drink options for happy hour. I think I'll visit during happy hour more as I felt I got a "bang for my buck". Even if they stopped having happy hour though, this is still one of my favorite places to eat.

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Margarita on the rock

European Deli

4.1(13 reviews)

0.8 mi

I would like to say that I've lived down the road from this place for 7 years and I have slept on…read morethis place hard and if you're reading this, you probably have too. I asked the owners how long they've been here (assuming it was only a few years). This unassuming store has been here for 25 years. I went here on a whim and let me tell you, I will be a frequent customer. This is a hidden gem of a grocery store. Some of the things that caught my eye were: * Imported European butter (high quality butter). * Tons of imported, cured meats * Perogies, meat dumplings, mashed potato dumplings, etc. * A fantastic selection of tasty mustards * Pickled & fermented items such as sauerkraut, pickled vegetables, pepper spreads * A wide variety of tasty jams * Fresh farmer cheeses * Imported Cheeses * Homemade desserts * Homemade, old world, artisan bread * Much more Another person left a comment exclaiming that items here are pricey. I want to share my thoughts and why I think it's 5 stars and not pricey. So, first, I love the salami here. I bought a few kind of Salami but the German Salami is very nice. Now that being said, as of today it's like $20/lb. But, few important things to note. 1) it's Imported from Europe. 2) The richness & complexity of flavor is so much better than your $7.99/lb grocery store chain salami. The flavors are complex and wonderful. It's truly something where you keep wanting more. This is ideal for a charcuterie board or something where you want people to really notice the bold flavors. It is worth the price. Secondly, their homemade desserts are out of this world. I guarantee you that you have had few desserts that are this good. They are unlike the processed junk we get even at nice grocery store bakeries. One bite and you're in heaven. So much so we went back immediately the next day to get more. Third, they are making their own variety of bread loaves. I wish I had gotten a picture but they are as beautiful as they are delicious. This isn't old world bread. Artisan bread. You aren't getting this elsewhere. Overall, the quality of everything is just very good. It's a taste of eastern Europe. It's a treat and a delight. You should do in and try it. You won't be disappointed. Sure, many of the products may be unfamiliar or even written in a language you might not understand. But the staff is friendly and we're glad to answer my questions. As I am sure they will be glad to answer yours. And, honestly, go in and ask them what they recommend. Try thier favorite foods and favorite desserts. I tried their black currant dressert (black currants are not widely available in the US but are delightful) and I never would have if I didn't ask for a recommendation. At minimum, go in and get 1/4lb of cured meats, some dessert, some bread, and why not some mashed potato dumplings (perogies)... You won't be disappointed.

Excellent food. The man who oversees the orders is very pleasant. It took a half hour to get the…read morefood. When Imopened the package at home I realized that is was only half of what I ordered. I returned. We spoke briefly over the counter. I told the nice man who remembered me, my name and my order. He said 'my fault." I waited in line following 5 patrons to place the order again. I then waited another 50 minutes for the second order. You decide.

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Boychik's Deli

4.0(272 reviews)

2.9 mi

Pro: The deli sandwiches are great! They use Boar's Head meat, which, to my taste, is the best you…read morecan get. And it's a real NYC style-deli as far as menu and food quality are concerned. The corned beef and Swiss on rye is absolutely wonderful. Never had a bad meal here, and the wait staff is wonderful. We often go here with friends. My wife loves the place. Con: The interior is full of ads. EVERYWHERE. No escaping them. It's horrible, like being trapped in one of those sales things you get in the mail. Ambiance is zero. What's more, there's a lot of 5000K light and light blue walls - factory lighting. I'd give is a solid five stars but for that.

The place is much larger than it looks with a long aisle of tables. The decor could be upgraded and…read morestill keep the diner feel. The walls are all large ads for businesses. Doesn't really look good. Ordered the Reuben and onion rings to share. Reuben's are typically very large. This was a small Reuben and for sure could have eaten the entire thing. Onion rings were a bit soggy and table didn't like their fries either. The Reuben, though small, was very good. Service was quick and waitress was nice. The place is quite expensive for wha you get. We got 3 sandwiches, 2 with fries and 1 with onion rings, 2 waters and a sprite. It was $52. I think that is a bit high especially looking at size of sandwich but the were delicious.

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Sandano's Italian Sub Shop

4.2(171 reviews)

4.7 mi

It was one guy in there working alone but when I tell you the best Italian sub I've ever had!!! if…read moreyou are in the area, you have to give it a try!!

The food itself is excellent, which makes this experience even more frustrating. The owner, who…read moreappears to be the only employee, is consistently rude, hostile, and aggressive toward customers. He strongly pushes online ordering (there's even a sign saying it's preferred), yet the third-party ordering website frequently freezes or fails to accept orders. In the past, I've been yelled at for trying to order in person and told it would take 45 minutes. This time, I ordered online as instructed and arrived at the pickup time, only to be ignored for about 10 minutes despite standing right in front of him. When he finally acknowledged me, he couldn't find part of the order, then angrily threw the food on the counter and demanded payment--even though I had already paid online. He refused to accept an email receipt and said he doesn't give receipts at all. So I paid twice. On top of that, the online prices were nearly double the in-store prices, with no clear explanation when I inquired. Great food does not excuse terrible customer service. The experience is stressful, unpleasant, and unprofessional.

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Steak & Cheese Cheesesteak (Mayo, Ketchup, Grilled Onions)

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Nice clean counters

Devil’s Lettuce

4.7(30 reviews)

0.9 mi

We LOVED everything! Our sandwiches and brussel sprouts were excellent. Customer service and vibes…read more- top notch! We took home nachos and cookies and they were amazing as well. Highly recommend. We plan to be regulars!

I'd say this was pretty decent considering what it is. If you're looking to snack on some vegan…read morejunk food or need a safe gluten free option this is probably a good bet. They have a dedicated gluten free fryer and do take the proper precautions to eliminate the risk of cross contamination which I did appreciate a lot. Flavor was ok and nothing stood out as amazing, but I still enjoyed it. Serving sizes are pretty hefty too which was nice. We did have to wait a bit, but our group of 4 did have a large order so that's understandable. I probably wouldn't come back here again personally since there are a lot of other options locally.

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Vegan ice cream sando

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Entrance (new location)

Chicken Salad Chick

4.5(131 reviews)

1.6 mi

Surprise! I am neightherca salad person nor a chicken. But on that day after the doctors visit I…read morewas hungry, and did not want to eat anything heavy. I could not think of other popular chain stores, as they are monotonous, all taste one taste, that is salt. I stopped by the nearest Chicken Salad Chick with a lots os skepticism, but left with fulfillment. It is a place for multi- tasting in one plate. A scoop, some salad, loaded with crackers, and sweet grape salad, and amazing dessert on the house which is much more than cookie. Servers were very energetic and funny. They have a history of making the place, to know the history you need to go there.

I stopped in today to grab a late lunch after a doctor appointment…read more I decided to order the Chick combo, with a Classic Carol on toasted wheatberry bread with lettuce and tomato, and a side of broccoli salad. The food came out pretty quickly and I was happy to see that meal came with a pickle spear and a sugar cookie. The flavor and consistency of the chicken salad was perfect, and the lettuce and tomato were great additions. My only disappointment was the bread, which had the consistency of being grilled on a flattop (it wasn't crispy as you'd expect toasted bread to be). The broccoli salad was tasty, but could have used a bit more dressing. The staff was super friendly and helpful. I will definitely frequent this establishment whenever I'm in the mood for a healthy-ish lunch.

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Cupertino's Bagels Deli

4.1(339 reviews)

2.7 mi

Best bagels in the west end…read more service is quick and polite. Nothing flashy and everything is always fresh and delicious. Came shortly before noon. It's quiet but steady with customers, still got our order in about 3 minutes. I've heard they have amazing lunch food also but nothing can stop me from ordering their bagels.

I stopped in for National cheesesteak Day. I got the Philly cheesesteak bagel on an everything…read morebagel of course. The bagel was chewy on the outside and soft of the inside. The steak and veggies had a great flavor and the pickle added extra. The service was quick and polite, the dining area was clean. Loved everything about it.

Cronut!

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Buttermilk and Honey

4.2(274 reviews)

6.0 mi

Incredible vibes, unforgettable food. Service was prompt and polite. I LOVED my sandwich - they're…read moreall highly customizable! - and the Mac n cheese is some of the best I've EVER had. Can't wait to come back!

I was finally able to come in to the Shortpump location on a beautiful Sunday afternoon after…read moreshopping. I had this place in my bookmark for some time now, and I was very pleased with almost everything! I was very satisfied with our meal overall, I would say the mac n cheese while well seasoned, was slightly over cooked, there were some hardened pieces of noodles in the mix. Now the customer service was great, I didn't catch the gentlemen's name who was working alone, but he was very friendly and attentive! Unfortunately the cleanliness can be better we had to wipe down our own sitting area and the floors were kinda sticky. Granted there was only one person working, so maybe that could be the reason? Overall I would come back, maybe try the downtown location next.

Inside of short pump location

It's a Wrap

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Sunday's a good day for chicken.

SBs Lakeside Love Shack

4.6(524 reviews)

3.7 mi

What an incredible place! Admittedly, the line was really long...but it was Mother's Day, so that…read moreis to be expected. Sitting at the bar, we were served immediately and were able to order food. If you are lucky enough, you will get to meet local legend, musicIan Jimmy Catlett, where you can even enjoy a drink from the menu "What Jimmy Drinks". Luke was a very attentive bartender, server and greeter. With good insight into what is what on the menu and behind the bar. We even got to meet Sara Beth herself (sorry Sarah if I used the wrong one) the SB behind the name! If you don't lead with "Glitter on the Mattress" you are missing out! The atmosphere was welcoming, inviting and full of nostalgic decor.

This spot was exactly my vibe - vibey, colorful, dive bar like with friendly staff and great food…read more Came in at 9:45AM on a Saturday and got one of the last spots in the place, at the bar. The bartender Luke was on his game and got me water and coffee quickly there after. The place was busy but everything seemed to work like a well oiled machine. The house coffee is solid and they did have a cold coffee option. The spicy bloody mary with the bacon was one of my favorites - definitely a more homemade vibe which was what I prefer. I also got their current jello shot (lemon and lavender) which was refreshing and big for $3. The menu had a bunch of items that caught my eye - breakfast burrito, pancake stacks, eggs benedict, etc. I went with the breakfast burrito with a side of sweet potato has. The burrito was great - filling but not super large, though I would have loved a tiny bit more jalapenos personally. Even without a meat, it was tasty and well balanced, especially with the side sriracha sour cream. I definitely need to come back to try the chicken salad or grilled cheese or some pancakes because everything looked fantastic. Service was quick, food was great, prices were solid. They have outdoor seating, bar seating, and friendly folks working. I'll definitely be back.

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Weekly special with meatballs and eggs

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Honey bun

Charlie’s Way

4.8(43 reviews)

4.2 mi

The food is insanely good! Perfect crispy chicken in sandwich, they had gunpowder kind of spice in…read morefries which pairs so well with ketchup. The service was very good, staff is very friendly!! Highly recommend to visit this secret spot!!

The staff are all incredibly friendly and the food is fantastic! No gluten free options for me, but…read moremy husband and son swear by the breakfast sandwiches and breakfast burrito. The order online feature is a great time saver.