Ok food. Meh McAlister's Club. I like to get my club on a croissant, extra honey mustard on the side. It's as good as any sandwich I can throw together at home I guess. The meat is, heck idk.... meat. Nothing special. The sandwich always satisfies me. I think it's the croissant that's the life of the party though. And the party is in some serious need of excitement. I don't crave McAlisters so that's kind of saying something for me. Their mashed potatoes are cool? I'll eat here again don't get me wrong. Iv'e eaten here for years but maybe only twice a year. I can make the same sandwich at home. At least that way I can save $$ and eat it on my couch in my undies if I wanna!
(2)
Bryan G.
McAlister's is just ok to me. Not bad but, just ok. Their sweet tea is phenomenal, however.
(3)
Apara W.
Delicious vegetarian sub, yummy mac and cheese. A little pricey, but worth it. Must try brownies and tea :-)
(4)
Alex E.
A pretty good chain deli. For all the fuss about their tea, any BBQ place in town will give you better. The sandwiches and soups are always filling and tasty for the price though, so if you're in butler plaza and looking for a lunch this is a great choice.
(3)
Anonymous P.
This Gainesville institution has nice sandwiches, potatoes, and sweet iced tea. It's not gourmet, but it does have high standards, and the price is right. Definitely a must try if you live in Gainesville.
(3)
Ed W.
This place is clean, comfortable, and the service is quick and efficient. The berry tea is awesome. I had the chicken wrap and it was good ... I mean dude it's a wrap, so it is not anything really special, but as far as chicken wraps go, this was good. It tasted good, had a nice amount of filling, and was fresh -- not soggy. So all in all, this is probably the best McAlisters I have been to.
(4)
Ryan C.
There is only one reason to eat here: the sweet tea is fantastic. The sandwiches are just ok. For the same money Jason's deli is located nearby and has much better food.
(2)
Amanda G.
I don't mean to be heinous, but I keep coming back here for the sweet tea and mac and cheese and every time I order something and tell them to leave off the meat they always leave some on. Please don't give me a snotty face and say "oh so you want your money back?", just don't have such crappy quality control. I've never taken my money back and they certainly don't chase you down to make up such poor mistakes.
(2)
Michael J.
This was OK as delis go but the food was good, the service was great and prices were reasonable.
(2)
Jim B.
Yeah, its a chain, but its a chain I like. The melts are yummy, the bread is tasty, the desserts are generous (but not cheap) and the variety of sides is above average. The mac & cheese is excellent. Today's sammich was the New Yorker - pastrami and corned beef piled on well toasted bread. Yummy. Its not TooJay's but then again, there are not a lot of great delis in Gainesville, so I'm glad this chain has locations here so I can get a good deli sammich when I want one. In any other city, 3 stars - but in Gville they get 4.
(4)
Katherine B.
Wasn't bad, actually more generous with food than Panera, but my kids had the pizza and wouldn't finish it (which Never happens) and the water i had was so awful it tasted fresh from the sewer. The sodas were mixed with that terrible taste so we all wasted our drinks @ $2 each!
(3)
Gina S.
If you are not fortunate enough to have dined at one of the 300+ McAlister's locations, I urge you to give it a try. They are located nationwide (primarily in the South), so there is a chance that you live close to one or will be in the vicinity of one on your next out-of-town trip. McAlister's offers a quick and casual experience, with a walk up counter for ordering and the food brought to your self-seated table. What makes McAlister's so good? Many things actually. They have a giant selection, which caters more towards the lunch type fare, and everything is made fresh. From their large array of soups to their "Texas size" spuds, each item is made with great tasting ingredients combined to create dishes that you will want on a more regular basis. I have eaten at McAlister's with at least 50 different people over the years and everyone seems to have their favorite go-to's (McAlister's Club, Veggie Spud, Broccoli Cheese Soup), but if you want the Flavor Appraiser recommendation, go with the Harvest Chicken Salad Sandwich (on a Croissant) and a Cup of Chicken Tortilla Soup (which should actually be coined as "Spicy"). And no McAlister's meal would be complete without a large cup of their iced tea. It is so good that they actually trademarked it as "McAlister's Famous Sweet Tea" and sell it to-go by the gallon. Since my college days, McAlister's has made a few changes, omissions, and additions to the menu (such as the mac and cheese, which would have been ideal for hangover curing), but no drastic measures have been made, including the pricing. You can get a complete meal, including the drink, for under $10. As a college student, this type of inexpensive fare was a necessity and being able to still enjoy an amazing brunch (or lunch or dinner) for just a few bucks makes each meal here that much better. With such affordable prices, you can even splurge on one of their delicious fresh baked desserts.Cookies McAlister's was started in 1989 by a dentist in Mississippi, who knew what good restaurants were all about, and has evolved into one of the greatest "Fast Casual Restaurants" of today.
(4)
Josh S.
I came to McAlister's a couple weeks back with a friend who owed me lunch. He's pretty picky so I suggested McAlister's since I probably haven't been there in 6 months or so. Come to think of it, all of my visits there seem to be about 6 months apart, so they are obviously not luring me in with anything in particular. Everything tastes fine, but it's the epitome of a 3-star rating. It's a safe bet to finish lunch in under an hour and I'm always confident I won't feel sick or be disgusted with my food, but I can't think of anything I've ever had here that's outstanding. Even their spuds, which I initially thought to be a novel idea, all turn out to be pretty bland and monotonous by the time I finish. Most recently I had one of their "new" grilled sandwiches... at least it was new to me, and worthy of a "new" tag on their menu. It was sweet chipotle chicken or something like that. It's decent, but it had a peach chipotle sauce that was just too sweet. I suppose it says something about McAlister's that their sweet tea is the main thing everyone raves about. To me, tea is tea as long as it's sweet. I don't drink enough of it to notice anything other than that. But speaking of the tea, I noticed that their next Free Tea Day is coming up on July 28th, 2011. I won't be there, but wanted to give a heads up to anyone that might go. Yes, a shameless plug hidden within a somewhat well rounded review. Feel free to flag this useless crap on July 29th.
(3)
Ryan C.
There is only one reason to eat here: the sweet tea is fantastic. The sandwiches are just ok. For the same money Jason's deli is located nearby and has much better food.
(2)
Amanda G.
I don't mean to be heinous, but I keep coming back here for the sweet tea and mac and cheese and every time I order something and tell them to leave off the meat they always leave some on. Please don't give me a snotty face and say "oh so you want your money back?", just don't have such crappy quality control. I've never taken my money back and they certainly don't chase you down to make up such poor mistakes.
(2)
Michael J.
This was OK as delis go but the food was good, the service was great and prices were reasonable.
(2)
Ed W.
This place is clean, comfortable, and the service is quick and efficient. The berry tea is awesome. I had the chicken wrap and it was good ... I mean dude it's a wrap, so it is not anything really special, but as far as chicken wraps go, this was good. It tasted good, had a nice amount of filling, and was fresh -- not soggy. So all in all, this is probably the best McAlisters I have been to.
(4)
Gina S.
If you are not fortunate enough to have dined at one of the 300+ McAlister's locations, I urge you to give it a try. They are located nationwide (primarily in the South), so there is a chance that you live close to one or will be in the vicinity of one on your next out-of-town trip. McAlister's offers a quick and casual experience, with a walk up counter for ordering and the food brought to your self-seated table. What makes McAlister's so good? Many things actually. They have a giant selection, which caters more towards the lunch type fare, and everything is made fresh. From their large array of soups to their "Texas size" spuds, each item is made with great tasting ingredients combined to create dishes that you will want on a more regular basis. I have eaten at McAlister's with at least 50 different people over the years and everyone seems to have their favorite go-to's (McAlister's Club, Veggie Spud, Broccoli Cheese Soup), but if you want the Flavor Appraiser recommendation, go with the Harvest Chicken Salad Sandwich (on a Croissant) and a Cup of Chicken Tortilla Soup (which should actually be coined as "Spicy"). And no McAlister's meal would be complete without a large cup of their iced tea. It is so good that they actually trademarked it as "McAlister's Famous Sweet Tea" and sell it to-go by the gallon. Since my college days, McAlister's has made a few changes, omissions, and additions to the menu (such as the mac and cheese, which would have been ideal for hangover curing), but no drastic measures have been made, including the pricing. You can get a complete meal, including the drink, for under $10. As a college student, this type of inexpensive fare was a necessity and being able to still enjoy an amazing brunch (or lunch or dinner) for just a few bucks makes each meal here that much better. With such affordable prices, you can even splurge on one of their delicious fresh baked desserts.Cookies McAlister's was started in 1989 by a dentist in Mississippi, who knew what good restaurants were all about, and has evolved into one of the greatest "Fast Casual Restaurants" of today.
(4)
Josh S.
I came to McAlister's a couple weeks back with a friend who owed me lunch. He's pretty picky so I suggested McAlister's since I probably haven't been there in 6 months or so. Come to think of it, all of my visits there seem to be about 6 months apart, so they are obviously not luring me in with anything in particular. Everything tastes fine, but it's the epitome of a 3-star rating. It's a safe bet to finish lunch in under an hour and I'm always confident I won't feel sick or be disgusted with my food, but I can't think of anything I've ever had here that's outstanding. Even their spuds, which I initially thought to be a novel idea, all turn out to be pretty bland and monotonous by the time I finish. Most recently I had one of their "new" grilled sandwiches... at least it was new to me, and worthy of a "new" tag on their menu. It was sweet chipotle chicken or something like that. It's decent, but it had a peach chipotle sauce that was just too sweet. I suppose it says something about McAlister's that their sweet tea is the main thing everyone raves about. To me, tea is tea as long as it's sweet. I don't drink enough of it to notice anything other than that. But speaking of the tea, I noticed that their next Free Tea Day is coming up on July 28th, 2011. I won't be there, but wanted to give a heads up to anyone that might go. Yes, a shameless plug hidden within a somewhat well rounded review. Feel free to flag this useless crap on July 29th.
(3)
Jim B.
Yeah, its a chain, but its a chain I like. The melts are yummy, the bread is tasty, the desserts are generous (but not cheap) and the variety of sides is above average. The mac & cheese is excellent. Today's sammich was the New Yorker - pastrami and corned beef piled on well toasted bread. Yummy. Its not TooJay's but then again, there are not a lot of great delis in Gainesville, so I'm glad this chain has locations here so I can get a good deli sammich when I want one. In any other city, 3 stars - but in Gville they get 4.
(4)
Katherine B.
Wasn't bad, actually more generous with food than Panera, but my kids had the pizza and wouldn't finish it (which Never happens) and the water i had was so awful it tasted fresh from the sewer. The sodas were mixed with that terrible taste so we all wasted our drinks @ $2 each!
(3)
Adriann J.
Ok food. Meh McAlister's Club. I like to get my club on a croissant, extra honey mustard on the side. It's as good as any sandwich I can throw together at home I guess. The meat is, heck idk.... meat. Nothing special. The sandwich always satisfies me. I think it's the croissant that's the life of the party though. And the party is in some serious need of excitement. I don't crave McAlisters so that's kind of saying something for me. Their mashed potatoes are cool? I'll eat here again don't get me wrong. Iv'e eaten here for years but maybe only twice a year. I can make the same sandwich at home. At least that way I can save $$ and eat it on my couch in my undies if I wanna!
(2)
Bryan G.
McAlister's is just ok to me. Not bad but, just ok. Their sweet tea is phenomenal, however.
(3)
Apara W.
Delicious vegetarian sub, yummy mac and cheese. A little pricey, but worth it. Must try brownies and tea :-)
(4)
Alex E.
A pretty good chain deli. For all the fuss about their tea, any BBQ place in town will give you better. The sandwiches and soups are always filling and tasty for the price though, so if you're in butler plaza and looking for a lunch this is a great choice.
(3)
Anonymous P.
This Gainesville institution has nice sandwiches, potatoes, and sweet iced tea. It's not gourmet, but it does have high standards, and the price is right. Definitely a must try if you live in Gainesville.
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Address :618 Northwest 60th Street,Suite C
Gainesville, FL, 32607
Takes Reservations : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Loud Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : No Waiter Service : No Caters : Yes
Adriann J.
Ok food. Meh McAlister's Club. I like to get my club on a croissant, extra honey mustard on the side. It's as good as any sandwich I can throw together at home I guess. The meat is, heck idk.... meat. Nothing special. The sandwich always satisfies me. I think it's the croissant that's the life of the party though. And the party is in some serious need of excitement. I don't crave McAlisters so that's kind of saying something for me. Their mashed potatoes are cool? I'll eat here again don't get me wrong. Iv'e eaten here for years but maybe only twice a year. I can make the same sandwich at home. At least that way I can save $$ and eat it on my couch in my undies if I wanna!
(2)Bryan G.
McAlister's is just ok to me. Not bad but, just ok. Their sweet tea is phenomenal, however.
(3)Apara W.
Delicious vegetarian sub, yummy mac and cheese. A little pricey, but worth it. Must try brownies and tea :-)
(4)Alex E.
A pretty good chain deli. For all the fuss about their tea, any BBQ place in town will give you better. The sandwiches and soups are always filling and tasty for the price though, so if you're in butler plaza and looking for a lunch this is a great choice.
(3)Anonymous P.
This Gainesville institution has nice sandwiches, potatoes, and sweet iced tea. It's not gourmet, but it does have high standards, and the price is right. Definitely a must try if you live in Gainesville.
(3)Ed W.
This place is clean, comfortable, and the service is quick and efficient. The berry tea is awesome. I had the chicken wrap and it was good ... I mean dude it's a wrap, so it is not anything really special, but as far as chicken wraps go, this was good. It tasted good, had a nice amount of filling, and was fresh -- not soggy. So all in all, this is probably the best McAlisters I have been to.
(4)Ryan C.
There is only one reason to eat here: the sweet tea is fantastic. The sandwiches are just ok. For the same money Jason's deli is located nearby and has much better food.
(2)Amanda G.
I don't mean to be heinous, but I keep coming back here for the sweet tea and mac and cheese and every time I order something and tell them to leave off the meat they always leave some on. Please don't give me a snotty face and say "oh so you want your money back?", just don't have such crappy quality control. I've never taken my money back and they certainly don't chase you down to make up such poor mistakes.
(2)Michael J.
This was OK as delis go but the food was good, the service was great and prices were reasonable.
(2)Jim B.
Yeah, its a chain, but its a chain I like. The melts are yummy, the bread is tasty, the desserts are generous (but not cheap) and the variety of sides is above average. The mac & cheese is excellent. Today's sammich was the New Yorker - pastrami and corned beef piled on well toasted bread. Yummy. Its not TooJay's but then again, there are not a lot of great delis in Gainesville, so I'm glad this chain has locations here so I can get a good deli sammich when I want one. In any other city, 3 stars - but in Gville they get 4.
(4)Katherine B.
Wasn't bad, actually more generous with food than Panera, but my kids had the pizza and wouldn't finish it (which Never happens) and the water i had was so awful it tasted fresh from the sewer. The sodas were mixed with that terrible taste so we all wasted our drinks @ $2 each!
(3)Gina S.
If you are not fortunate enough to have dined at one of the 300+ McAlister's locations, I urge you to give it a try. They are located nationwide (primarily in the South), so there is a chance that you live close to one or will be in the vicinity of one on your next out-of-town trip. McAlister's offers a quick and casual experience, with a walk up counter for ordering and the food brought to your self-seated table. What makes McAlister's so good? Many things actually. They have a giant selection, which caters more towards the lunch type fare, and everything is made fresh. From their large array of soups to their "Texas size" spuds, each item is made with great tasting ingredients combined to create dishes that you will want on a more regular basis. I have eaten at McAlister's with at least 50 different people over the years and everyone seems to have their favorite go-to's (McAlister's Club, Veggie Spud, Broccoli Cheese Soup), but if you want the Flavor Appraiser recommendation, go with the Harvest Chicken Salad Sandwich (on a Croissant) and a Cup of Chicken Tortilla Soup (which should actually be coined as "Spicy"). And no McAlister's meal would be complete without a large cup of their iced tea. It is so good that they actually trademarked it as "McAlister's Famous Sweet Tea" and sell it to-go by the gallon. Since my college days, McAlister's has made a few changes, omissions, and additions to the menu (such as the mac and cheese, which would have been ideal for hangover curing), but no drastic measures have been made, including the pricing. You can get a complete meal, including the drink, for under $10. As a college student, this type of inexpensive fare was a necessity and being able to still enjoy an amazing brunch (or lunch or dinner) for just a few bucks makes each meal here that much better. With such affordable prices, you can even splurge on one of their delicious fresh baked desserts.Cookies McAlister's was started in 1989 by a dentist in Mississippi, who knew what good restaurants were all about, and has evolved into one of the greatest "Fast Casual Restaurants" of today.
(4)Josh S.
I came to McAlister's a couple weeks back with a friend who owed me lunch. He's pretty picky so I suggested McAlister's since I probably haven't been there in 6 months or so. Come to think of it, all of my visits there seem to be about 6 months apart, so they are obviously not luring me in with anything in particular. Everything tastes fine, but it's the epitome of a 3-star rating. It's a safe bet to finish lunch in under an hour and I'm always confident I won't feel sick or be disgusted with my food, but I can't think of anything I've ever had here that's outstanding. Even their spuds, which I initially thought to be a novel idea, all turn out to be pretty bland and monotonous by the time I finish. Most recently I had one of their "new" grilled sandwiches... at least it was new to me, and worthy of a "new" tag on their menu. It was sweet chipotle chicken or something like that. It's decent, but it had a peach chipotle sauce that was just too sweet. I suppose it says something about McAlister's that their sweet tea is the main thing everyone raves about. To me, tea is tea as long as it's sweet. I don't drink enough of it to notice anything other than that. But speaking of the tea, I noticed that their next Free Tea Day is coming up on July 28th, 2011. I won't be there, but wanted to give a heads up to anyone that might go. Yes, a shameless plug hidden within a somewhat well rounded review. Feel free to flag this useless crap on July 29th.
(3)Ryan C.
There is only one reason to eat here: the sweet tea is fantastic. The sandwiches are just ok. For the same money Jason's deli is located nearby and has much better food.
(2)Amanda G.
I don't mean to be heinous, but I keep coming back here for the sweet tea and mac and cheese and every time I order something and tell them to leave off the meat they always leave some on. Please don't give me a snotty face and say "oh so you want your money back?", just don't have such crappy quality control. I've never taken my money back and they certainly don't chase you down to make up such poor mistakes.
(2)Michael J.
This was OK as delis go but the food was good, the service was great and prices were reasonable.
(2)Ed W.
This place is clean, comfortable, and the service is quick and efficient. The berry tea is awesome. I had the chicken wrap and it was good ... I mean dude it's a wrap, so it is not anything really special, but as far as chicken wraps go, this was good. It tasted good, had a nice amount of filling, and was fresh -- not soggy. So all in all, this is probably the best McAlisters I have been to.
(4)Gina S.
If you are not fortunate enough to have dined at one of the 300+ McAlister's locations, I urge you to give it a try. They are located nationwide (primarily in the South), so there is a chance that you live close to one or will be in the vicinity of one on your next out-of-town trip. McAlister's offers a quick and casual experience, with a walk up counter for ordering and the food brought to your self-seated table. What makes McAlister's so good? Many things actually. They have a giant selection, which caters more towards the lunch type fare, and everything is made fresh. From their large array of soups to their "Texas size" spuds, each item is made with great tasting ingredients combined to create dishes that you will want on a more regular basis. I have eaten at McAlister's with at least 50 different people over the years and everyone seems to have their favorite go-to's (McAlister's Club, Veggie Spud, Broccoli Cheese Soup), but if you want the Flavor Appraiser recommendation, go with the Harvest Chicken Salad Sandwich (on a Croissant) and a Cup of Chicken Tortilla Soup (which should actually be coined as "Spicy"). And no McAlister's meal would be complete without a large cup of their iced tea. It is so good that they actually trademarked it as "McAlister's Famous Sweet Tea" and sell it to-go by the gallon. Since my college days, McAlister's has made a few changes, omissions, and additions to the menu (such as the mac and cheese, which would have been ideal for hangover curing), but no drastic measures have been made, including the pricing. You can get a complete meal, including the drink, for under $10. As a college student, this type of inexpensive fare was a necessity and being able to still enjoy an amazing brunch (or lunch or dinner) for just a few bucks makes each meal here that much better. With such affordable prices, you can even splurge on one of their delicious fresh baked desserts.Cookies McAlister's was started in 1989 by a dentist in Mississippi, who knew what good restaurants were all about, and has evolved into one of the greatest "Fast Casual Restaurants" of today.
(4)Josh S.
I came to McAlister's a couple weeks back with a friend who owed me lunch. He's pretty picky so I suggested McAlister's since I probably haven't been there in 6 months or so. Come to think of it, all of my visits there seem to be about 6 months apart, so they are obviously not luring me in with anything in particular. Everything tastes fine, but it's the epitome of a 3-star rating. It's a safe bet to finish lunch in under an hour and I'm always confident I won't feel sick or be disgusted with my food, but I can't think of anything I've ever had here that's outstanding. Even their spuds, which I initially thought to be a novel idea, all turn out to be pretty bland and monotonous by the time I finish. Most recently I had one of their "new" grilled sandwiches... at least it was new to me, and worthy of a "new" tag on their menu. It was sweet chipotle chicken or something like that. It's decent, but it had a peach chipotle sauce that was just too sweet. I suppose it says something about McAlister's that their sweet tea is the main thing everyone raves about. To me, tea is tea as long as it's sweet. I don't drink enough of it to notice anything other than that. But speaking of the tea, I noticed that their next Free Tea Day is coming up on July 28th, 2011. I won't be there, but wanted to give a heads up to anyone that might go. Yes, a shameless plug hidden within a somewhat well rounded review. Feel free to flag this useless crap on July 29th.
(3)Jim B.
Yeah, its a chain, but its a chain I like. The melts are yummy, the bread is tasty, the desserts are generous (but not cheap) and the variety of sides is above average. The mac & cheese is excellent. Today's sammich was the New Yorker - pastrami and corned beef piled on well toasted bread. Yummy. Its not TooJay's but then again, there are not a lot of great delis in Gainesville, so I'm glad this chain has locations here so I can get a good deli sammich when I want one. In any other city, 3 stars - but in Gville they get 4.
(4)Katherine B.
Wasn't bad, actually more generous with food than Panera, but my kids had the pizza and wouldn't finish it (which Never happens) and the water i had was so awful it tasted fresh from the sewer. The sodas were mixed with that terrible taste so we all wasted our drinks @ $2 each!
(3)Adriann J.
Ok food. Meh McAlister's Club. I like to get my club on a croissant, extra honey mustard on the side. It's as good as any sandwich I can throw together at home I guess. The meat is, heck idk.... meat. Nothing special. The sandwich always satisfies me. I think it's the croissant that's the life of the party though. And the party is in some serious need of excitement. I don't crave McAlisters so that's kind of saying something for me. Their mashed potatoes are cool? I'll eat here again don't get me wrong. Iv'e eaten here for years but maybe only twice a year. I can make the same sandwich at home. At least that way I can save $$ and eat it on my couch in my undies if I wanna!
(2)Bryan G.
McAlister's is just ok to me. Not bad but, just ok. Their sweet tea is phenomenal, however.
(3)Apara W.
Delicious vegetarian sub, yummy mac and cheese. A little pricey, but worth it. Must try brownies and tea :-)
(4)Alex E.
A pretty good chain deli. For all the fuss about their tea, any BBQ place in town will give you better. The sandwiches and soups are always filling and tasty for the price though, so if you're in butler plaza and looking for a lunch this is a great choice.
(3)Anonymous P.
This Gainesville institution has nice sandwiches, potatoes, and sweet iced tea. It's not gourmet, but it does have high standards, and the price is right. Definitely a must try if you live in Gainesville.
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