4 stars! solely on the prices and the serving sizes! and their yummy
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Martha L.
I like the food here. I don't normally eat here though. But my favorites are the chicken tortilla soup & spud max! I drive all the way up here from Mesa for the tea! I am addicted! I call it my crack! I used to drink it more regularly when I lived in Indiana as there were many more convenient locations. Hopefully there will be one in Mesa/Tempe sometime soon!
(4)
Tracie M.
So I used to go to McAlisters Deli to eat 4-5 times a week. Love the sweet tea. I stopped going for a long time srr
(1)
Jim W.
Was excited to go back - last visit had a club sandwich. Very good. This time, however, two of us ordered - one the Horseradish Roast Beef & Cheddar - Black Angus roast beef with sharp cheddar, caramelized onions and horseradish sauce on ciabatta bread. He shared half of his with me, and I shared half of my California Turkey Reuben - smoked turkey, coleslaw, Swiss and Thousand Island dressing on toasted rye. I had the better deal. Not over the top in flavors - but a great taste - coleslaw was a little too sweet for me but not bad. His, however, was "ok" - just lacked flavor. Beef was bland, couldn't taste any horseradish or onions. Oh well. Previous visit and had the McCalister's club. Very good. I'll be back... but choose differently next time.
(3)
Caroline T.
Wow! I ordered our deli sandwiches using their app on my iPhone. It was simple and easy to place my order and pay for it. My husband picked it up. The service was excellent. I ordered their ice tea which they are famous for. The food was fresh and very tasty. I would highly recommend this deli to anyone looking for something different from all of the other delis that are out there. They stand apart because they have a menu that is filled with choices and lets you customize your order. I would have taken a picture, but we inhaled it so maybe next time. I am going to have them cater my 50th birthday coming up. Prices are reasonable.
(5)
Brad W.
In this deli...it is not the meat that will win you over..so choose wisely. Any chain that serves Butterball turkey in all sandwiches clearly has their eyes on the budget and big picture because that brand is worse than Boars Head which is my low end turkey cutoff point. I steered clear of all turkey and ended up with a sandwich on ciabatta that just included chicken strips, sharp cheddar cheese and the star of the meal - peach chipotle sauce. It was that sauce that gave me the sweet and a bit of spice and really took those basic ingredients to the next level. If you check-in, you will receive a free cookie and it was a serviceable version of the choc. chip variety. None of the sides are homemade, so I was forced to go with a bag of Doritos as my side dish. Shout out to the staff though as they quickly turned the Dbacks game on their lone TV and they were friendly too. It's two stars, but I would go back and get that lone sandwich again if necessary. Drink machine does not to be behind counter either, that ended about 15 years ago.
(2)
Victoria C.
I used to love their chicken cesar salad until I found a dead fly in one. I will not be eating there again
(1)
Laura F.
McAlister's Deli is awesome! It's right in the busy PV shopping area... always plenty of parking. The staff is very friendly and the restaurant is always very clean. The food is delicious and the portions are a nice size. My favorite sandwich is the Roast Beef and Cheddar with horseradish sauce. Simply divine! My favorite is the Savannah Chopped Salad... it's HUGE and filled with cranberries, almonds, chicken, cucumbers, etc. It's REALLY super good. I order catered lunches for my office occasionally and they've never let me down! They have a really decent baked potato bar (for catering) and the potatoes are as big as my car. The salads are always fresh, the sandwiches are satisfyingly big and delicious. It's a great lunch place... you won't be disappointed.
(5)
Amber B.
Nice deli with a lot of options. Food is great. Recommend trying some of the sandwiches.
(3)
Phyllis K.
Well, well, well! Yes- I've had a change of heart about McAlister's and I will be all to happy to tell you how I went from 2 stars to 5 stars! I heard from Kody, this location's GM, who expressed his concern that we weren't happy with our first visit. He offered me two vouchers to come in and try them again, and made some menu suggestions as well. Sooo... about a month after receiving these my husband and I decided to try lunch at the same McAlister's. As before, it was busy at lunch, but the staff was unfailingly polite. We ordered, selecting a French Dip and a Savannah Chopped Salad. We had iced tea and 2 cookies as well, all part of our free meal (thanks, Kody!). OK, the salad was mine but my husband actually thought he should have half of it. Nope- that was a great salad and I did not want to share. While he munched on my salad, I stole some of his French Dip, was was excellent as well. Somehow I only got half a cookie. So, this visit was a great success and we agreed to come back again, and stick to the popular items on the menu and Kody's recommendations. Since that visit, I/we have been back at least SIX times (that's about every other week), usually take-out ordered online. The Savannah Chopped Salad is a favorite in our house- if things are busy I will order a couple and leave them in the fridge and they will be gone in 12 hours or less. What's on this awesome salad: Crisped Greens, Dried Cranberries, Honey Roasted Almonds, Gorgonzola Cheese, Fresh Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Grilled Chicken. The Sherry Vinaigrette is the best dressing paired with this. This salad is appropriate to bring to an event if you get too busy to make your own dish- just pick up a couple of them and you'll be the hero! My mother has been with me on a couple of these take-out runs, and gets a cup of soup. She has commented that she loves their soups, a high compliment coming from a food particular woman who was/is an excellent cook. Iced tea is fresh! Cookies taste like homemade! I suggest that you try them out if you have not done so already. Ask what's popular and/or what the staff person's favorite items are if you are undecided, as the menu is large. And let them know if you don't like something- they will make it right.
(5)
Amy K.
Went a couple days ago for the first time after hearing about this place from co-workers. With me being a very picky vegetarian, after looking at the menu I knew this was a place we had to go to. I got the veggie spud. The spuds are HUGE. So good. My bf got the French dip. He loved it. Definitely a place we will have to come back to.
(5)
Taniya A.
Best food and customer service! Cody is the man! I guarantee Every time we come back into town we WILL be here! Thanks Cody and team Love, the Dawls Shawl Dawls
(5)
Nate L.
I don't know what to say that hasn't already been said. The service is great, the food is even better, and the tea? I'm surprised tea that good and addicting is even legal.
The southwest chicken salad is amazing. The half muffalata and cup of gumbo is also really good. The staff at this location is very friendly and accommodating. While it is a self service restaurant, the staff constantly walks around to see if you need drink refills or if there is anything they can get you. Its good food at a great price and has become a regular weekend lunch spot for me. The tea is also really good if you like tea. Coupons are regularly available for 3.00 off an entree from money mailer so make sure to look for one before going, but if you find it online it must be printed.
(5)
Ryan C.
Solid food in a nice, clean, and comfortable restaurant. The New Yorker is the best thing I have found on their meu. I'd skip the nacho basket and the mac n cheese, nothing to write home about on these two. Service was very friendly.
(4)
Jason B.
Ok McAlister's, you get your 5 stars for service. Everyone there is overly friendly and helpful. You also get 5 stars for the amount of staff you have on hand, the speed of service, and the cleanliness of the place. I also enjoy the ginormous drinks that are refilled for you without you having to get up. What I don't like is the menu. There are just too many choices. Also, it is a mish mash of stuff that is difficult to wrap my head around. Looks like their thing is sweet tea, baked potatoes, salads, and deli sandwiches. The place kinda sorta looks like a sports bar so it is all a very strange combination to me. I've been there twice so far and have thoroughly enjoyed my salad and sandwich each time. The ingredients look to be fresh and the portions are good.
(5)
Tricia B.
We had to wait a little while for food but the staff was all super friendly and the manager was going around giving free meals to all the customers who had to wait awhile for their food. Food was delish! Definitely recommend this place to anyone!
(5)
Danica W.
Absolutely love this place! The staff is incredible, and the food is always great! We eat here weekly and have never had a poor experience.
(5)
Jeff H.
Love the choose 2 option. They are polite and the employees and managers here do a good job of keeping it clean. The spuds are awesome.
(4)
Tracy B.
My favorite lunch place - when in doubt, go to McAlister's! The food is always top notch and of all the things I've tried, I've never eaten anything I didn't like. The Savannah Chopped Salad is a favorite as well as the Four Cheese Griller. The spuds are great ( huge) so I get it as the Choose 2 combo with a salad and half a spud and it's a perfect lunch. The service is always good and it's nice to be greeted as a regular. Oh, and the fresh, baked-daily cookies? A fabulous way to cap off lunch.
(5)
Beth K.
Great food, awesome customer service!!! Sweet tea & turkey Ruben are my go to- amazing!!!
(4)
Jan E.
I just moved up the street, had a coupon and figured I'd give McAlisters a shot. Here are my thoughts: Pros: Dine in food prepped quickly. Good strong iced tea. Nice new, clean dining area. Cons: The menu is very hard to read (very small type) albeit extensive. I had the half veggie sandwich and the half SW Cobb. The sandwich was blah, but overwhelmed by green bell pepper which I picked off. The salad was nothing special either. The chicken tasted like microwave grocery store bagged chicken. I picked most of it off, it was so rubbery. The dressings came on the side, which I appreciate, but neither was memorable. Bottom line, without a coupon, I don't think it is worth it, but may give it a 2nd chance and try a spud. Til then, I'll stick with Cafe Zupas up the street.
(3)
Ritamae K.
We are transplants from Memphis and we were thrilled to see McAllisters come to town. Their tea alone is worth the 22 mile trip from our home, but their salads, sandwiches, and spuds are terrific! We have never had anything we didn't like and there aren't many places in Phoenix to get a good Muffaletta!
(5)
David W.
Family and I went to McAlisters and it is just like the one's in Oklahoma. Very good food for ok prices. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Just don't forget to get some sweet tea! On this trip, I got the pick two. I got a cup of soup and a French dip sandwich. My wife got a the grilled chicken spud. Son got Mac and cheese kids meal. Food was hot and delivered very promptly after ordering. All tasted great. Pros: Great food Good fast service Sweet tea (I mean c'mon, you have to put it on here!) Cons: Can be a bit pricey for a soup and sandwich.
(5)
Keith B.
Having the Spud 'Ole. It's absolutely fantastic. Baked potato covered in chili, jack cheese, and jalapenos. Gotta try it.
(5)
Cristine N.
Great sandwiches! Lots of flavor and their bread is so fresh. They do not skimp on the ingredients. Potato salad is like grandma use to make. Highly recommend if you want a really good sandwich.
(5)
Krista N.
I always get the sweet chipotle chicken grilled sandwich - love it. Staff is so helpful, cheerful and great. The baked potato spuds are AWESOME. This is one of my regular lunch spots.
(5)
Harry K.
Living in New York has really raised my standards on Deli's. I would say this is about the same as any basic bodega in New York. Would be just as happy with a subway sandwich
(2)
Whitney H.
I haven't been to a McAlister's in about ten years, and while I don't remember liking it very much, they have changed a bit. I've been to this location twice and enjoyed it both times. Tonight I got the choose two with a bacon spud and grilled roast beef sandwich. Both were great! I would get them again. Fast, friendly, and cheap. What more could you ask for?
(4)
Shirley R.
I love the peach tea, which is what made me return here. That being said, I ordered the new BBQ pulled pork sandwich. There was barely any meat on the sandwich at all. If you want to eat bread, with a flavoring of BBQ sauce, then go for it. But for $8-$9 for a sandwich, there should be meat.
(2)
Megan P.
I'd like to update my last review. The GM, Kody, is a class act. He reached out to me right away and has used this situation as a training tool. I hope to see continued improvement in the future. Thanks, Kody!
(4)
Gregory B.
Pretty good, not memorable. They said it was a chain headquartered in Mississippi. That could explain it. Nice staff though.
(3)
Debbie S.
New place in our neighborhood. Went to try it out and was pleased. It has nice seating areas and everything we tried we liked. We will go back. Better than Paradise Bakery which has gotten sort of old.
(4)
Jen H.
I know, I know...it's a chain. But it's in the hood and it's GOOD!! We have been there a handful of times and mostly like everything we have ordered. I love that you can choose 1/2 and 1/2; meaning 1/2 salad, cup soup, 1/2 spud, 1/2 sandwich and use ANY combination. That means you can try 2 different salads, 2 different sandwiches, salad & sandwich, salad & spud, etc. Here's what I've had so far: Savannah Chopped Salad: Mmmmm... gorgonzola cheez....The ingredients were fresh but I would recommend changing the dressing to ranch. Not a fan of the sherry shallot. The Smokey Pepper jack Turkey grilled Sandwich: Melts in your mouth! There is a little tang but lots of flavor. You can taste the bacon in every bite. Spicy Southwest Chicken Griller: The Chipotle Ranch is a little sassy! Love it! I'm usually not a fan of "warm" guacamole (it comes on this sandwich and the sandwich is grilled) but it tasted fine and added that necessary "moisture", for lack of a better term, to the sandwich. Cobb Club: MY FAV!!! It states on their online menu that they add mayo but I'm pretty sure the one here uses Light Mayo, which I love! The gorgonzola (mmmmmmm.....) makes this sandwich pop in your mouth. It's a perfect combo of all these ingredients without being too much. Mac & Cheez: You can get this as a side. I have a rule to try the mac & cheez wherever I go. This one was creamy enough but had a weird, industrial, mass-produced taste to it. Not nearly as bad as some I've had. Would I order it again? Maybe... Bacon/Cheez Spud: Holy crap these things are huge! I didn't know potatoes could grow that large. It took three meals to finish it, as a side dish of course, but so worth it. There are still more items I'd like to try. They have special takeout parking so it's easy to get in and out. Happy eating all!
(5)
Jeremy T.
Great food for the price and a very friendly atmosphere! I had the California Turkey Ruben and Tortilla soup. Both tasted great. If you want a quick bite, but do not want fast food then this is your place. You place your order and then take a number., the friendly staff then brings you your food and they stop by on occasion to ask for drink refills. I did not feel obligated to leave a tip and when I asked about leaving one they said a simple thank you would suffice. I'll definitely be back!
(4)
Robbie B.
I love the friendliness of the staff here. They are more than accommodating. I like the variety of food and the portions are wonderful--always plan to take home some! The tea is so great--reminds me of my Tennessee home! The only drawback would be entering and exiting if they are busy...it's a little cramped getting past the line. Great experience AND a coupon to enjoy again!
(4)
Valerie Z.
Went for first time yesterday and VERY impressed! Tons of meat on a great tasting sandwich. Delicious potato salad. The prices were very fair. Can't wait to go back and try some of the other menu items.
(5)
Matthew L.
My wife took me here for the first time and I really enjoyed the McAlister Club Sandwhich and Mac N' Cheese. Good stuff, a bit pricey but good.
(3)
Ronald F.
Was there for dinner 10/18/13. Ordered two stuffed potatoes. Both potato skins tasted like they had been in the warmer too long, burnt and crunchy, instead of crispy. Stuffings were generous and tasty. Carrot cake for dessert was excellent, as were the tea and lemonade. Might try again at lunch.
(3)
Je M.
Praize Jebus McAlister's has arrived! Sweet tea, delicious honey mustard and delish sandwiches.
(5)
Tony N.
Muffuletta and Reuben hit the spot
(4)
Trevor A.
McAlister's gets a 5 when you order their Reuben. Consistency every time! Casual and friendly. I don't think you can get a better Reuben for the price. The side selection is awesome and it also comes with a 1/4 deli pickle. My favorite is the potato salad. Note: They have no problem adding coleslaw on the sandwich with the sauerkraut - I think its better that way. I've gotten other sandwiches here and if I was rating on those I'd drop it to a 4 personally, stick to the Reuben if its your first visit! They added cheesecake to the menu recently - it's pretty good (enough for 2 to wrap up a meal) and it comes in under $5.
(5)
Sunny B.
This place was great. We stopped in for lunch and the word is out because the place was packed. The ice tea was great and I loved being able to chose a half sandwich and a half potato. They were both huge and I couldn't finish. I got the club sandwich and while hard to eat because of its size the ingredients were fresh and I really liked the Russian mustard. My spud was good too, I got the cheese and chicken one and it really hit the spot. I would try to avoid this place during prime time lunch rush (12-2:00pm) as it took a while to get our food, but it was worth the wait. You get a free cookie when you check in!
(4)
Simon R.
Love it I lived in Mississippi two years when I moved here me and my gf went 40 minutes out of our way to eat here and it's just as friendly as in the south, I had purchased a order to go on my way out for my brother in law when I got to the car I forgot that I forgot to say no mayo, so I went inside I did not take the previous order back in as I was willing to pay as I was the one who made the mistake but when the lady noticed me back she asked what was wrong and did not let me pay for it . Love the positive vibes
(5)
Jason B.
Wanted to try something new by our home for a Sunday lunch and I am sad to say that I will never be going back to this place ever again. I ordered a Southwest Cobb salad and it was more of a cheese salad, I have never seen so much shredded cheese in my life, the lettuce was wilted and had Guacamole that I am certain came from a bag. This place is everything I hate with corporate restaurants, pretty much just manufactured food that taste like crap. I'll be sticking with restaurants that take pride in what they serve.
(1)
Paige S.
One star for the two bites of food I ate. The turkey melt was inedible with hardened cheddar, gloppy mayo and bread I could barely cut through and the Mac & cheese was cold. Never again.
(1)
Kolin T.
A definite hidden Gem!! The wife and I stopped in for lunch one day and I instantly knew this was going to become one of my go-to's. The product is fresh, the portions are generous, and the staff is friendly. Well done and welcome to the neighborhood!
(4)
Mike N.
You would think if you order a Turkey Cheese melt it would have cheese on it. Wrong! Since it was wrapped didn't know they screwed the order till I got home.Never going back. A suggestion don't offer options if you can't get the basics right! Sad
(2)
Eric F.
I love McAlister's. Although I don't hate other similar places like Paradise Bakery, Corner Bakery, and Wildflower Bread Company, McAlister's has them all beat in terms of the amount of food you get for your money...and the quality of the food is often as good or better! I especially love their combos, which are at an excellent price. If you choose a salad or baked potato as part of the combo, you will definitely get your money's worth because they don't skimp on the portion sizes! I also love all the sandwiches I've tried. My only complaint is that they sometimes skimp a little on the amount of meat when ordered as part of a combo, but hey, you're paying less than most places. I also wish they would bring back their pot roast sandwich. It was so good!! Their sweet iced tea is hands-down the best in town for a place like this. It's one of the very few places in the Valley where you can get true Southern-style sweet tea. McAlister's is a deli, not really a bakery like some of the other places, so although they do have cookies and a couple of other desserts, this is not really a competitor to those other places for baked goods. But if you want a great lunch or dinner for a reasonable price, you can't miss with this place!
(4)
Barnabas L.
HUGE FREAKN SALADS!!! thats honestly all i remember about going. I got a sandwich there, it was pretty good. I remember feeling hungry afterwards though. Wish the sandwiches there were a bit bigger.
(4)
Daniel P.
I love this place. I really don't like sandwiches very much but this place makes me break my rules. I love their cheese steak sandwich and pot roast sandwich. They have colossal spuds that are by far the worlds best. The menu is full of great eats. They have the best sweet tea in town and that's no joke! Simply order your meal and relax a little cause this place is just as relaxing as being at home. I love coming to this place to meet people and for a sweet intimate date with my wife. You can keep your paradise bakery and wildflower bread company cause they don't compare. This place is sure to please whoever you to take with you. P.S. Mike please open a franchise at the Chandler Fashion Center. I drive nearly 30 miles to eat with you all and would be here more frequently if you all were closer by. Chandler Fashion Center would be a great location because corporations such as Intel, Ebay, Fox, Expedia, etc... have corporate locations in less than 10 miles from that mall not to mention a lot of new housing. I can promise you that area is profitable as well as Scottsdale and Tempe. I really hope you plan to expand in the Phoenix metropolitan area! I am from Texas and places like Mcallisters would let people in the Phoenix area know what good food they are missing out on. Thanks for investing in Phoenix and bringing such a great place out here. I love it!
(5)
Lucy B.
The muffaleta was mediocre, lacking in any distinguishing characteristic. The employees need training in customer service. Not one ever smiled during our visit, ignored both my husband and I at separate times when we went to the counter, forgot our pickle, nearly tossed our flatware down, and had the air of being inconvenienced. The kid's meal is a good value. Not convinced we'll ever return. Jason's Deli beats it hands down.
(3)
Lisa F.
Love this place!!! The tea is great!! The salads are great!!! Make sure to check in on Yelp to get a free cookie.
(5)
Amanda W.
I've never been here before and I was really craving a chicken salad, so I gave it a shot. I was forewarned that I wouldn't be writing home about it anytime soon, but I still tried it out. Definitely was not impressed. The food was edible, but the management of this place seems nonexistent. Everything is done on one register, including drinks and to-go. My to-go order took me almost 10 minutes in line to even pay for because the employee had one speed: losing the race against sap. I called in ahead of time for a to-go and ordered the southwest cobb. I asked for it to be tossed so I didn't get home with not enough dressing. That was somehow difficult for them because the only thing not tossed within the salad was the dressing. Umm, okay...? The chicken on the salad was so cold that I think parts of it were actually still frozen (gross). There was a significant amount of tough spots and fat on it to add (gross gross). The salad altogether was just meh. It really seems like they bought everything from Walmart and created a deli to put the groceries together in different ways and jack the price up while they're at it. Overall, I think I would be more satisfied with Paradise Bakery on their worst day.
(2)
Brenda F.
Most times the food has been okay. But last night the baked potato was so over cooked. It was brownish color inside and extremely dry.
(1)
Ashley P.
I got the Southwest Cobb and my husband got half a New Yorker and a cup of chicken dumpling soup. My salad was huge and soooo good. The lettuce was extremely fresh and green. I loved every bite of it. I had a bite of my husband's sandwich and the meat was tender and flavorful. I enjoyed his soup, but he didn't like it. He expected real dumplings, like the biscuit kind, but instead they were more like noodles. The soup was also very thick like they added a lot of cornstarch instead of creamy like I would think chicken and dumpling soup would be. Still good, just not quite what one expects. But overall, I would definitely come back.
(4)
Ben F.
We just tried the four cheese chili cavatappi as part of the choose two lunch meal. This chili is awesome over the macaroni and the cheese adds a nice creamy texture. I paired the pasta with a smoky pepper jack turkey sandwich which is always one of my favorites. As always the ice tea is the best in town.
(5)
Paula S.
First time trying this place, always see their ad on the bus stop when I drive by and I'm so glad I stopped in! The employees were great and the food was yummy. What made it a 5 star for me was the manager. When I was ordering he told me kids eat free Tuesday, and I should order something for my 2 year old. I got him the pita pizza and he seemed to like it pretty well. I tasted it and it was quite good. It was nice to see other options on the kids menu besides the traditional Mac n cheese or chicken strips... it came on a whole wheat pita too! The coleslaw was also good - not dry like a lot of places are making it now. I will definitely be back to try a panini next time!
(5)
Linda S.
I love this place for lunch!! Green tea is amazing (yes, it's sweetened with Splenda)! Their menu is a bit large, but when you find your lunch combo you will not deviate! I love the strawberry salad and grilled chicken on wheat. Their chicken tortilla soup is awesome too. Ordering is ordinary, but the wait staff is attentive and the food comes out pretty fast. Love that they play all the current sports on the tele's! Go Pats!
(5)
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Address :12847 N Tatum Blvd,E-01
Phoenix, AZ, 85032
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
Angela M.
4 stars! solely on the prices and the serving sizes! and their yummy
(4)Martha L.
I like the food here. I don't normally eat here though. But my favorites are the chicken tortilla soup & spud max! I drive all the way up here from Mesa for the tea! I am addicted! I call it my crack! I used to drink it more regularly when I lived in Indiana as there were many more convenient locations. Hopefully there will be one in Mesa/Tempe sometime soon!
(4)Tracie M.
So I used to go to McAlisters Deli to eat 4-5 times a week. Love the sweet tea. I stopped going for a long time srr
(1)Jim W.
Was excited to go back - last visit had a club sandwich. Very good. This time, however, two of us ordered - one the Horseradish Roast Beef & Cheddar - Black Angus roast beef with sharp cheddar, caramelized onions and horseradish sauce on ciabatta bread. He shared half of his with me, and I shared half of my California Turkey Reuben - smoked turkey, coleslaw, Swiss and Thousand Island dressing on toasted rye. I had the better deal. Not over the top in flavors - but a great taste - coleslaw was a little too sweet for me but not bad. His, however, was "ok" - just lacked flavor. Beef was bland, couldn't taste any horseradish or onions. Oh well. Previous visit and had the McCalister's club. Very good. I'll be back... but choose differently next time.
(3)Caroline T.
Wow! I ordered our deli sandwiches using their app on my iPhone. It was simple and easy to place my order and pay for it. My husband picked it up. The service was excellent. I ordered their ice tea which they are famous for. The food was fresh and very tasty. I would highly recommend this deli to anyone looking for something different from all of the other delis that are out there. They stand apart because they have a menu that is filled with choices and lets you customize your order. I would have taken a picture, but we inhaled it so maybe next time. I am going to have them cater my 50th birthday coming up. Prices are reasonable.
(5)Brad W.
In this deli...it is not the meat that will win you over..so choose wisely. Any chain that serves Butterball turkey in all sandwiches clearly has their eyes on the budget and big picture because that brand is worse than Boars Head which is my low end turkey cutoff point. I steered clear of all turkey and ended up with a sandwich on ciabatta that just included chicken strips, sharp cheddar cheese and the star of the meal - peach chipotle sauce. It was that sauce that gave me the sweet and a bit of spice and really took those basic ingredients to the next level. If you check-in, you will receive a free cookie and it was a serviceable version of the choc. chip variety. None of the sides are homemade, so I was forced to go with a bag of Doritos as my side dish. Shout out to the staff though as they quickly turned the Dbacks game on their lone TV and they were friendly too. It's two stars, but I would go back and get that lone sandwich again if necessary. Drink machine does not to be behind counter either, that ended about 15 years ago.
(2)Victoria C.
I used to love their chicken cesar salad until I found a dead fly in one. I will not be eating there again
(1)Laura F.
McAlister's Deli is awesome! It's right in the busy PV shopping area... always plenty of parking. The staff is very friendly and the restaurant is always very clean. The food is delicious and the portions are a nice size. My favorite sandwich is the Roast Beef and Cheddar with horseradish sauce. Simply divine! My favorite is the Savannah Chopped Salad... it's HUGE and filled with cranberries, almonds, chicken, cucumbers, etc. It's REALLY super good. I order catered lunches for my office occasionally and they've never let me down! They have a really decent baked potato bar (for catering) and the potatoes are as big as my car. The salads are always fresh, the sandwiches are satisfyingly big and delicious. It's a great lunch place... you won't be disappointed.
(5)Amber B.
Nice deli with a lot of options. Food is great. Recommend trying some of the sandwiches.
(3)Phyllis K.
Well, well, well! Yes- I've had a change of heart about McAlister's and I will be all to happy to tell you how I went from 2 stars to 5 stars! I heard from Kody, this location's GM, who expressed his concern that we weren't happy with our first visit. He offered me two vouchers to come in and try them again, and made some menu suggestions as well. Sooo... about a month after receiving these my husband and I decided to try lunch at the same McAlister's. As before, it was busy at lunch, but the staff was unfailingly polite. We ordered, selecting a French Dip and a Savannah Chopped Salad. We had iced tea and 2 cookies as well, all part of our free meal (thanks, Kody!). OK, the salad was mine but my husband actually thought he should have half of it. Nope- that was a great salad and I did not want to share. While he munched on my salad, I stole some of his French Dip, was was excellent as well. Somehow I only got half a cookie. So, this visit was a great success and we agreed to come back again, and stick to the popular items on the menu and Kody's recommendations. Since that visit, I/we have been back at least SIX times (that's about every other week), usually take-out ordered online. The Savannah Chopped Salad is a favorite in our house- if things are busy I will order a couple and leave them in the fridge and they will be gone in 12 hours or less. What's on this awesome salad: Crisped Greens, Dried Cranberries, Honey Roasted Almonds, Gorgonzola Cheese, Fresh Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Grilled Chicken. The Sherry Vinaigrette is the best dressing paired with this. This salad is appropriate to bring to an event if you get too busy to make your own dish- just pick up a couple of them and you'll be the hero! My mother has been with me on a couple of these take-out runs, and gets a cup of soup. She has commented that she loves their soups, a high compliment coming from a food particular woman who was/is an excellent cook. Iced tea is fresh! Cookies taste like homemade! I suggest that you try them out if you have not done so already. Ask what's popular and/or what the staff person's favorite items are if you are undecided, as the menu is large. And let them know if you don't like something- they will make it right.
(5)Amy K.
Went a couple days ago for the first time after hearing about this place from co-workers. With me being a very picky vegetarian, after looking at the menu I knew this was a place we had to go to. I got the veggie spud. The spuds are HUGE. So good. My bf got the French dip. He loved it. Definitely a place we will have to come back to.
(5)Taniya A.
Best food and customer service! Cody is the man! I guarantee Every time we come back into town we WILL be here! Thanks Cody and team Love, the Dawls Shawl Dawls
(5)Nate L.
I don't know what to say that hasn't already been said. The service is great, the food is even better, and the tea? I'm surprised tea that good and addicting is even legal.
(5)Richard R.
This quick-service sandwich chain is a welcome new addition to the valley. If you're looking for a comparison to somewhere more established; think Paradise Bakery, but take away the coffee and baked goods and replace it with a much bigger meal selection, and lower prices. Like most Paradise locations, McAlister's has its customers order at the register, gives a number, and brings the food to them. I had the New Yorker (corned beef, pastrami, swiss and spicy mustard on rye) with a side of potato salad. Very good. Not close to anything you'd find in a New York deli, but on par with anything I'd expect from a sandwich shop. The potato salad was pretty good as well. My fiancé went with the choose two (half orders of two menu items) with a grilled chicken sandwich (comes with lettuce, tomato, and honey mustard on a croissant) and a baked potato. Both were delicious. We both also had the tea (the sweet tea appears to be something McAlister's is known for). Not being a big sweet tea fan, I asked for half unsweetened. This worked out well for me. If you're a sweet tea fan, you'll probably love the real thing. McAlister's staff is very welcoming and friendly. Maybe a little too friendly. The soda and tea fountains are behind the counter, but they have no problem refilling your drink for you. In fact, a worker will pass your table and ask if you want a refill. Several times. It almost felt like they were looking for something to do. But it's nice and unexpected service, so I will not complain. The one thing I will complain about is the menu board. It either needs be moved up or reprinted much bigger. The meals are listed in white font against a black background. While the names are easy to read, the descriptions are small and are tough on the eyes. I'm 32, my fiancé is 27, and we both had to look at a takeout menu instead of steer at the board. I can't even imagine what this would be like for older people. It felt like McAlister's was reminding me it's time for my annual visit with my optometrist.
(4)Rebecca W.
The southwest chicken salad is amazing. The half muffalata and cup of gumbo is also really good. The staff at this location is very friendly and accommodating. While it is a self service restaurant, the staff constantly walks around to see if you need drink refills or if there is anything they can get you. Its good food at a great price and has become a regular weekend lunch spot for me. The tea is also really good if you like tea. Coupons are regularly available for 3.00 off an entree from money mailer so make sure to look for one before going, but if you find it online it must be printed.
(5)Ryan C.
Solid food in a nice, clean, and comfortable restaurant. The New Yorker is the best thing I have found on their meu. I'd skip the nacho basket and the mac n cheese, nothing to write home about on these two. Service was very friendly.
(4)Jason B.
Ok McAlister's, you get your 5 stars for service. Everyone there is overly friendly and helpful. You also get 5 stars for the amount of staff you have on hand, the speed of service, and the cleanliness of the place. I also enjoy the ginormous drinks that are refilled for you without you having to get up. What I don't like is the menu. There are just too many choices. Also, it is a mish mash of stuff that is difficult to wrap my head around. Looks like their thing is sweet tea, baked potatoes, salads, and deli sandwiches. The place kinda sorta looks like a sports bar so it is all a very strange combination to me. I've been there twice so far and have thoroughly enjoyed my salad and sandwich each time. The ingredients look to be fresh and the portions are good.
(5)Tricia B.
We had to wait a little while for food but the staff was all super friendly and the manager was going around giving free meals to all the customers who had to wait awhile for their food. Food was delish! Definitely recommend this place to anyone!
(5)Danica W.
Absolutely love this place! The staff is incredible, and the food is always great! We eat here weekly and have never had a poor experience.
(5)Jeff H.
Love the choose 2 option. They are polite and the employees and managers here do a good job of keeping it clean. The spuds are awesome.
(4)Tracy B.
My favorite lunch place - when in doubt, go to McAlister's! The food is always top notch and of all the things I've tried, I've never eaten anything I didn't like. The Savannah Chopped Salad is a favorite as well as the Four Cheese Griller. The spuds are great ( huge) so I get it as the Choose 2 combo with a salad and half a spud and it's a perfect lunch. The service is always good and it's nice to be greeted as a regular. Oh, and the fresh, baked-daily cookies? A fabulous way to cap off lunch.
(5)Beth K.
Great food, awesome customer service!!! Sweet tea & turkey Ruben are my go to- amazing!!!
(4)Jan E.
I just moved up the street, had a coupon and figured I'd give McAlisters a shot. Here are my thoughts: Pros: Dine in food prepped quickly. Good strong iced tea. Nice new, clean dining area. Cons: The menu is very hard to read (very small type) albeit extensive. I had the half veggie sandwich and the half SW Cobb. The sandwich was blah, but overwhelmed by green bell pepper which I picked off. The salad was nothing special either. The chicken tasted like microwave grocery store bagged chicken. I picked most of it off, it was so rubbery. The dressings came on the side, which I appreciate, but neither was memorable. Bottom line, without a coupon, I don't think it is worth it, but may give it a 2nd chance and try a spud. Til then, I'll stick with Cafe Zupas up the street.
(3)Ritamae K.
We are transplants from Memphis and we were thrilled to see McAllisters come to town. Their tea alone is worth the 22 mile trip from our home, but their salads, sandwiches, and spuds are terrific! We have never had anything we didn't like and there aren't many places in Phoenix to get a good Muffaletta!
(5)David W.
Family and I went to McAlisters and it is just like the one's in Oklahoma. Very good food for ok prices. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Just don't forget to get some sweet tea! On this trip, I got the pick two. I got a cup of soup and a French dip sandwich. My wife got a the grilled chicken spud. Son got Mac and cheese kids meal. Food was hot and delivered very promptly after ordering. All tasted great. Pros: Great food Good fast service Sweet tea (I mean c'mon, you have to put it on here!) Cons: Can be a bit pricey for a soup and sandwich.
(5)Keith B.
Having the Spud 'Ole. It's absolutely fantastic. Baked potato covered in chili, jack cheese, and jalapenos. Gotta try it.
(5)Cristine N.
Great sandwiches! Lots of flavor and their bread is so fresh. They do not skimp on the ingredients. Potato salad is like grandma use to make. Highly recommend if you want a really good sandwich.
(5)Krista N.
I always get the sweet chipotle chicken grilled sandwich - love it. Staff is so helpful, cheerful and great. The baked potato spuds are AWESOME. This is one of my regular lunch spots.
(5)Harry K.
Living in New York has really raised my standards on Deli's. I would say this is about the same as any basic bodega in New York. Would be just as happy with a subway sandwich
(2)Whitney H.
I haven't been to a McAlister's in about ten years, and while I don't remember liking it very much, they have changed a bit. I've been to this location twice and enjoyed it both times. Tonight I got the choose two with a bacon spud and grilled roast beef sandwich. Both were great! I would get them again. Fast, friendly, and cheap. What more could you ask for?
(4)Shirley R.
I love the peach tea, which is what made me return here. That being said, I ordered the new BBQ pulled pork sandwich. There was barely any meat on the sandwich at all. If you want to eat bread, with a flavoring of BBQ sauce, then go for it. But for $8-$9 for a sandwich, there should be meat.
(2)Megan P.
I'd like to update my last review. The GM, Kody, is a class act. He reached out to me right away and has used this situation as a training tool. I hope to see continued improvement in the future. Thanks, Kody!
(4)Gregory B.
Pretty good, not memorable. They said it was a chain headquartered in Mississippi. That could explain it. Nice staff though.
(3)Debbie S.
New place in our neighborhood. Went to try it out and was pleased. It has nice seating areas and everything we tried we liked. We will go back. Better than Paradise Bakery which has gotten sort of old.
(4)Jen H.
I know, I know...it's a chain. But it's in the hood and it's GOOD!! We have been there a handful of times and mostly like everything we have ordered. I love that you can choose 1/2 and 1/2; meaning 1/2 salad, cup soup, 1/2 spud, 1/2 sandwich and use ANY combination. That means you can try 2 different salads, 2 different sandwiches, salad & sandwich, salad & spud, etc. Here's what I've had so far: Savannah Chopped Salad: Mmmmm... gorgonzola cheez....The ingredients were fresh but I would recommend changing the dressing to ranch. Not a fan of the sherry shallot. The Smokey Pepper jack Turkey grilled Sandwich: Melts in your mouth! There is a little tang but lots of flavor. You can taste the bacon in every bite. Spicy Southwest Chicken Griller: The Chipotle Ranch is a little sassy! Love it! I'm usually not a fan of "warm" guacamole (it comes on this sandwich and the sandwich is grilled) but it tasted fine and added that necessary "moisture", for lack of a better term, to the sandwich. Cobb Club: MY FAV!!! It states on their online menu that they add mayo but I'm pretty sure the one here uses Light Mayo, which I love! The gorgonzola (mmmmmmm.....) makes this sandwich pop in your mouth. It's a perfect combo of all these ingredients without being too much. Mac & Cheez: You can get this as a side. I have a rule to try the mac & cheez wherever I go. This one was creamy enough but had a weird, industrial, mass-produced taste to it. Not nearly as bad as some I've had. Would I order it again? Maybe... Bacon/Cheez Spud: Holy crap these things are huge! I didn't know potatoes could grow that large. It took three meals to finish it, as a side dish of course, but so worth it. There are still more items I'd like to try. They have special takeout parking so it's easy to get in and out. Happy eating all!
(5)Jeremy T.
Great food for the price and a very friendly atmosphere! I had the California Turkey Ruben and Tortilla soup. Both tasted great. If you want a quick bite, but do not want fast food then this is your place. You place your order and then take a number., the friendly staff then brings you your food and they stop by on occasion to ask for drink refills. I did not feel obligated to leave a tip and when I asked about leaving one they said a simple thank you would suffice. I'll definitely be back!
(4)Robbie B.
I love the friendliness of the staff here. They are more than accommodating. I like the variety of food and the portions are wonderful--always plan to take home some! The tea is so great--reminds me of my Tennessee home! The only drawback would be entering and exiting if they are busy...it's a little cramped getting past the line. Great experience AND a coupon to enjoy again!
(4)Valerie Z.
Went for first time yesterday and VERY impressed! Tons of meat on a great tasting sandwich. Delicious potato salad. The prices were very fair. Can't wait to go back and try some of the other menu items.
(5)Matthew L.
My wife took me here for the first time and I really enjoyed the McAlister Club Sandwhich and Mac N' Cheese. Good stuff, a bit pricey but good.
(3)Ronald F.
Was there for dinner 10/18/13. Ordered two stuffed potatoes. Both potato skins tasted like they had been in the warmer too long, burnt and crunchy, instead of crispy. Stuffings were generous and tasty. Carrot cake for dessert was excellent, as were the tea and lemonade. Might try again at lunch.
(3)Je M.
Praize Jebus McAlister's has arrived! Sweet tea, delicious honey mustard and delish sandwiches.
(5)Tony N.
Muffuletta and Reuben hit the spot
(4)Trevor A.
McAlister's gets a 5 when you order their Reuben. Consistency every time! Casual and friendly. I don't think you can get a better Reuben for the price. The side selection is awesome and it also comes with a 1/4 deli pickle. My favorite is the potato salad. Note: They have no problem adding coleslaw on the sandwich with the sauerkraut - I think its better that way. I've gotten other sandwiches here and if I was rating on those I'd drop it to a 4 personally, stick to the Reuben if its your first visit! They added cheesecake to the menu recently - it's pretty good (enough for 2 to wrap up a meal) and it comes in under $5.
(5)Sunny B.
This place was great. We stopped in for lunch and the word is out because the place was packed. The ice tea was great and I loved being able to chose a half sandwich and a half potato. They were both huge and I couldn't finish. I got the club sandwich and while hard to eat because of its size the ingredients were fresh and I really liked the Russian mustard. My spud was good too, I got the cheese and chicken one and it really hit the spot. I would try to avoid this place during prime time lunch rush (12-2:00pm) as it took a while to get our food, but it was worth the wait. You get a free cookie when you check in!
(4)Simon R.
Love it I lived in Mississippi two years when I moved here me and my gf went 40 minutes out of our way to eat here and it's just as friendly as in the south, I had purchased a order to go on my way out for my brother in law when I got to the car I forgot that I forgot to say no mayo, so I went inside I did not take the previous order back in as I was willing to pay as I was the one who made the mistake but when the lady noticed me back she asked what was wrong and did not let me pay for it . Love the positive vibes
(5)Jason B.
Wanted to try something new by our home for a Sunday lunch and I am sad to say that I will never be going back to this place ever again. I ordered a Southwest Cobb salad and it was more of a cheese salad, I have never seen so much shredded cheese in my life, the lettuce was wilted and had Guacamole that I am certain came from a bag. This place is everything I hate with corporate restaurants, pretty much just manufactured food that taste like crap. I'll be sticking with restaurants that take pride in what they serve.
(1)Paige S.
One star for the two bites of food I ate. The turkey melt was inedible with hardened cheddar, gloppy mayo and bread I could barely cut through and the Mac & cheese was cold. Never again.
(1)Kolin T.
A definite hidden Gem!! The wife and I stopped in for lunch one day and I instantly knew this was going to become one of my go-to's. The product is fresh, the portions are generous, and the staff is friendly. Well done and welcome to the neighborhood!
(4)Mike N.
You would think if you order a Turkey Cheese melt it would have cheese on it. Wrong! Since it was wrapped didn't know they screwed the order till I got home.Never going back. A suggestion don't offer options if you can't get the basics right! Sad
(2)Eric F.
I love McAlister's. Although I don't hate other similar places like Paradise Bakery, Corner Bakery, and Wildflower Bread Company, McAlister's has them all beat in terms of the amount of food you get for your money...and the quality of the food is often as good or better! I especially love their combos, which are at an excellent price. If you choose a salad or baked potato as part of the combo, you will definitely get your money's worth because they don't skimp on the portion sizes! I also love all the sandwiches I've tried. My only complaint is that they sometimes skimp a little on the amount of meat when ordered as part of a combo, but hey, you're paying less than most places. I also wish they would bring back their pot roast sandwich. It was so good!! Their sweet iced tea is hands-down the best in town for a place like this. It's one of the very few places in the Valley where you can get true Southern-style sweet tea. McAlister's is a deli, not really a bakery like some of the other places, so although they do have cookies and a couple of other desserts, this is not really a competitor to those other places for baked goods. But if you want a great lunch or dinner for a reasonable price, you can't miss with this place!
(4)Barnabas L.
HUGE FREAKN SALADS!!! thats honestly all i remember about going. I got a sandwich there, it was pretty good. I remember feeling hungry afterwards though. Wish the sandwiches there were a bit bigger.
(4)Daniel P.
I love this place. I really don't like sandwiches very much but this place makes me break my rules. I love their cheese steak sandwich and pot roast sandwich. They have colossal spuds that are by far the worlds best. The menu is full of great eats. They have the best sweet tea in town and that's no joke! Simply order your meal and relax a little cause this place is just as relaxing as being at home. I love coming to this place to meet people and for a sweet intimate date with my wife. You can keep your paradise bakery and wildflower bread company cause they don't compare. This place is sure to please whoever you to take with you. P.S. Mike please open a franchise at the Chandler Fashion Center. I drive nearly 30 miles to eat with you all and would be here more frequently if you all were closer by. Chandler Fashion Center would be a great location because corporations such as Intel, Ebay, Fox, Expedia, etc... have corporate locations in less than 10 miles from that mall not to mention a lot of new housing. I can promise you that area is profitable as well as Scottsdale and Tempe. I really hope you plan to expand in the Phoenix metropolitan area! I am from Texas and places like Mcallisters would let people in the Phoenix area know what good food they are missing out on. Thanks for investing in Phoenix and bringing such a great place out here. I love it!
(5)Lucy B.
The muffaleta was mediocre, lacking in any distinguishing characteristic. The employees need training in customer service. Not one ever smiled during our visit, ignored both my husband and I at separate times when we went to the counter, forgot our pickle, nearly tossed our flatware down, and had the air of being inconvenienced. The kid's meal is a good value. Not convinced we'll ever return. Jason's Deli beats it hands down.
(3)Lisa F.
Love this place!!! The tea is great!! The salads are great!!! Make sure to check in on Yelp to get a free cookie.
(5)Amanda W.
I've never been here before and I was really craving a chicken salad, so I gave it a shot. I was forewarned that I wouldn't be writing home about it anytime soon, but I still tried it out. Definitely was not impressed. The food was edible, but the management of this place seems nonexistent. Everything is done on one register, including drinks and to-go. My to-go order took me almost 10 minutes in line to even pay for because the employee had one speed: losing the race against sap. I called in ahead of time for a to-go and ordered the southwest cobb. I asked for it to be tossed so I didn't get home with not enough dressing. That was somehow difficult for them because the only thing not tossed within the salad was the dressing. Umm, okay...? The chicken on the salad was so cold that I think parts of it were actually still frozen (gross). There was a significant amount of tough spots and fat on it to add (gross gross). The salad altogether was just meh. It really seems like they bought everything from Walmart and created a deli to put the groceries together in different ways and jack the price up while they're at it. Overall, I think I would be more satisfied with Paradise Bakery on their worst day.
(2)Brenda F.
Most times the food has been okay. But last night the baked potato was so over cooked. It was brownish color inside and extremely dry.
(1)Ashley P.
I got the Southwest Cobb and my husband got half a New Yorker and a cup of chicken dumpling soup. My salad was huge and soooo good. The lettuce was extremely fresh and green. I loved every bite of it. I had a bite of my husband's sandwich and the meat was tender and flavorful. I enjoyed his soup, but he didn't like it. He expected real dumplings, like the biscuit kind, but instead they were more like noodles. The soup was also very thick like they added a lot of cornstarch instead of creamy like I would think chicken and dumpling soup would be. Still good, just not quite what one expects. But overall, I would definitely come back.
(4)Ben F.
We just tried the four cheese chili cavatappi as part of the choose two lunch meal. This chili is awesome over the macaroni and the cheese adds a nice creamy texture. I paired the pasta with a smoky pepper jack turkey sandwich which is always one of my favorites. As always the ice tea is the best in town.
(5)Paula S.
First time trying this place, always see their ad on the bus stop when I drive by and I'm so glad I stopped in! The employees were great and the food was yummy. What made it a 5 star for me was the manager. When I was ordering he told me kids eat free Tuesday, and I should order something for my 2 year old. I got him the pita pizza and he seemed to like it pretty well. I tasted it and it was quite good. It was nice to see other options on the kids menu besides the traditional Mac n cheese or chicken strips... it came on a whole wheat pita too! The coleslaw was also good - not dry like a lot of places are making it now. I will definitely be back to try a panini next time!
(5)Linda S.
I love this place for lunch!! Green tea is amazing (yes, it's sweetened with Splenda)! Their menu is a bit large, but when you find your lunch combo you will not deviate! I love the strawberry salad and grilled chicken on wheat. Their chicken tortilla soup is awesome too. Ordering is ordinary, but the wait staff is attentive and the food comes out pretty fast. Love that they play all the current sports on the tele's! Go Pats!
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