Old-school sandwich shop where you can get a wrap or sandwich the way you like it. Nothing fancy. Simple ingredients and toppings with a self-serve fountain for beverages. There are the usual deli sides (tater salad, slaw, Mac n cheese, chili, and soup). Some locally-made sweets and a ginormous peanut butter cup...all that and bags of chips!! My Rueben wrap was solid and hubby's sandwich was gone before we were in the entrance ramp back to I-88. It sustained us for the day and was a much-relieved departure from the usual fast-food chain burger or chicken. The employees were pleasant and patient with customers. Got our order correct and completed quickly! Whether you are on I-88 or a local, pop in to Arthur's Garden deli for a sando. For the same amount of time as a big-box store, you can enjoy a custom sandwich and support the local economy! read more

Always a must stop when visiting family! The bread on the sammies is so soft and fluffy and the ingredients are always fresh. Friendly staff and efficient. We always know what we are getting, we love the consistency. read more

The best sub in the area so good every time I come to town a must have!!!!!!the best Marko Deez read more

Arthur's Garden Deli - Only 3 word get the work of art the best!!!!!! Marko - Delis Near Me - Rock Falls, Illinois

Cute little sandwich shop. Plenty of choices but we went old school and got liver sausage and Swiss! Bread was soft and the horseradish sauce was delish. The potato salad seemed to be homemade and was good. We didn't try the great selection of desserts, but they had plenty to choose from. The bathrooms were clean and updated. read more

Arthur's Garden Deli - Waiting area - Delis Near Me - Rock Falls, Illinois

Thank you Arthur's garden the food is the Best service in town come and enjoy your lunch and dinner .

Arthur's Deli is a true local gem. Fresh ingredients, generous portions, and classic flavors done right. The service is friendly and fast, and everything tastes homemade. A perfect spot for a satisfying meal you'll crave again. read more

If you're tired of the usual lunch chains, Arthur's is a great, local sandwich stop with delicious sides and even better desserts! The buildings are always clean, service is always top notch, and sandwiches are solid. My most recent visit I tried the pastrami and ham + Swiss which were both good and comparable with cost to other chains. I've been in and out of the Sterling/Rock Falls area for years. I make it a must to pick up lunch at Arthur's at least once very visit. Some of this stems from supporting local economy and the ginormous, custom turtle candy cups available at checkout. *For those Yelpers who were underwhelmed, remember where you are. Rural towns always champion a local establishment, gush over the food, and celebrate lineage. Patrons expecting an east coast deli experience or variety of complex flavors, leave those expectations for a more urban venue. read more

Arthur's Garden Deli - Best part of lunch at Arthur's Deli - Delis Near Me - Rock Falls, Illinois

This is a quick stop off the Hwy and was perfect for a quick lunch with good food. The staff was very friendly and the place was neat and clean. I was excited about what looked like a salad bar in a lot of the photos, but that is no longer there. Hubby and I each had a 4" round and it was the perfect size. The ingredients were fresh and the bread was fantastic! I'm not really a bread person and this was so good, I had to ask about it. Apparently, it comes from a local bakery just down the street. Next time, we will factor in extra time on our stop, so we can check the bakery out as well. We also decided to try a couple of sides. Hubby had the potato salad and I tried the chicken noodle soup. They were both solid choices. For dessert, we had a cheesecake and bought a dark chocolate turtle for the ride. The cheesecake was good and I'm sure the turtle will not disappoint. This a place we will return to on our next drive to Chicago. read more

Great place for a quick lunch! The staff are very friendly and helpful. I was in and out very quickly. Great sandwich! This definitely beats the sandwich chains and costs less! read more

Arthur's Garden Deli - a view of the deli counter - Delis Near Me - Rock Falls, Illinois

So fresh, the sandwiches look very appealing and taste even better. The pasta salad is a must try and also the broccoli Parmesan soup was wonderful. I have visited multiple times and never had a bad meal or bad service. I brought two friends this time and they both really enjoyed the food. For looking like a small place there are several tables with plenty of room. Not for a group but a party of 4 will sit comfortably. Closed on Sunday is a bummer for us out of town guests but I visit as often as I can. read more

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If you want less for more go to either of their locations. It's simply a small lunch meat sandwich, nothing special. Rock Falls doesn't have the same menu as Sterling. The Employees are young kids and they very obviously there for a pay check and nothing more. Save your money go get some lunch meat and French bread at the store. read more

Good sandwich, soft bread. Chicken and turkey sandwiches were fresh... but kinda needed a little bit more meat and stuff. Chicken soup was bland and a bit small for the price. Good overall. read more

i have lived in this area for awhile with my boyfriend, and he LOVES Arthur's.. well i went today to get him a sandwich, and i ordered it like normal, except this time they put mustard on it. My boyfriend is allergic to mustard, so when i took it home and seen it I called them instantly. The lady answered the phone and I was able to tell her that he couldnt eat it because of the mustard, and she told me she "took the order and i asked for it".. (when in 4 years Mustard hasnt even been in our house.) and proceeded with so i will not being giving you a refund. Wow just wow. I have never had an interaction like this, and will just drive to sterling.. so anybody else thinking about going here.. save your money drive 6 more miles and go to Arthurs in sterling! Way more respectful, and they have way more!! way more worth your $$ and time! read more

Always been intrigued by this deli! Love the signs along the Interstate! So we finally decided to stop. We were not disappointed! It is such a cute deli! We got pepperoni mozzarella & turkey, bacon cheddar. Both were excellent! Will definitely be back! read more

Excellent sandwiches. Inside is a little small!!Dont forget to check pit the desserts!!!

Sooo good. Great sandwich and desserts. The service was really good and price is on par with the food

This little place has quite a bigger impact on me than I imagined. The sandwiches were made rather quickly, cooked perfectly and they did not hold back on the amount of meet compared to other delis I have gone to. I also got a soup from their 3-5 options, it tasted as if it was homemade, very delicious. The size proportions threw me off, being 4in or 7in, but the comparison was just as filling as getting a half or a foot long from subway. The only drawback I had was that they are not open on Sundays, so when I am visiting family for the weekend I guess I will have to drop in here before visiting them. read more

Arthur's Garden Deli - This would be the 4 inch ham, salami, and provolone. Quite a bit more meat than normally expected. - Delis Near Me - Rock Falls, Illinois

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Very nice deli! The food was great and the place was very clean! Would definitely recommend!

I had a Turkey deli sandwich-round. It was small, dry, and not deli quality. I could have made it myself. I would like to try their salad bar if they have it open. Perhaps I'll get something hot next time. I'm a New Yorker so deli sandwiches are big, sloppy, full of flavor and inexpensive so let's go Arthur's read more

The food, staff & service is always amazing. One of my favorite places to grab lunch or a nice cool treat on a hot summer day.

It's usually good food, however sometimes the veggies in the vegetable noodle cup can be soggy as they put too much dressing in it.

My 1st time here & it was great. I had the #8- ham, pepperoni & mozzarella- deli meat is sliced super thin & it's piled on a pillowy fresh role. Also had the tuna with the work- delicious. Staff were friendly, restaurant was super clean & prices were good- a great value. I can't wait to go back read more

I am new to the area and several people recommended this restaurant and I was glad to try it out. I was absolutely disappointed I bough a corn beef and cheese 7 inch sub and potato sou I was so disappointed when I got home with my dinner. I was able to see the bread thru the thin slice of meat on the sandwich. The soup was watery and thin. I saved 1/2 of my sandwich and expressed my disappointment. There are several other restaurants in the area that I would and have recommended. This appears to me to not surviving a generation transition. Short term profits at the expense of long term reputation. Sorry to say that. Definitely not a positive experience. Staff is friendly Pastrami and Swiss read more

Driving through from California, I was pleasantly surprised to find a "fast food" with vegetarian options. I ordered the veggie cheese 4" with regular toppings and OMG it was the BEST vegetarian sandwich I've ever had!! I normally take off one side of the bread when I eat a sandwich but this bun was so light & fluffy and DELICIOUS!! Inside restaurant was cute, small, & clean and staff was so nice!! Unfortunately, no pix of my sandwich but of the vegetarian pasta salad (yum!) and dark chocolate pecan turtle (so so). I probably will never come this way again but pls stop in if you're in the area. read more

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Really like the sandwichs they have the soup is good to for not being made in house . I would recommend the place for lunch or dinner. The work of art is areallygood sandwich and very filling read more

Not much to brag about. The sandwich was super small and soup as well. Paid like 10 bucks and left hungry.

Only the best sandwiches in the area. If you want a awesome baked potato with many choices of toppings make sure to cross the bridge into sterling. The #26 is my favorite. With broccoli, cauliflower, cheese sauce and shredded cheese oh and wait for it ....... Bacon. Lots of bacon. The #1 work of art is simply the best you can get. Words can't explain the mouth watering goodness you get with 3 meats and 3 cheeses. Pick your toppings to make it yours. Then make sure to get you desert. Cheese cake? Ice cream? Gummy worms in the ice cream resses? Snickers? So many choices. Well worth it. read more

We put Arthurs on our list of good places to stop off the Interstate. It's a cozy deli that offers quick counter service, fresh food, and fair prices. More things we will be back for: Good sandwiches Fresh salad bar Delicious frozen yogurt Homemade chocolates Clean privies read more

Really good. Worth the extra time off the interstate. Really fresh bread, good soups, and yummy deserts. Exit 41 on interstate 88. Rock Falls. We were going to go to Subway... boy am I glad we didn't!!! read more

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We saw the sign on the highway headed home from Chicago. What a great spot! We had the chicken breast sandwich with "the works" and for dessert, homemade chocolate turtles and Oreo cheesecake! read more

Arthur's Garden Deli - Oreo cheesecake - Delis Near Me - Rock Falls, Illinois

A charming local salad and sandwich place. This is a small town, so food choice was slim. I came here to grab a quick lunch and ordered the chicken noodle soup. My soup was just okay, it was too salty for my taste and weirdly thick. It just didn't quite satisfied the cold day soup craving I was having. Otherwise, the store was organized and clean. Their price is low. The salad bar looked fresh. Also, judging by the long drive thru line, I bet they make a mean sandwich that's worth lining up for. read more

This place is the BEES KNEES! It is by far my favorite place to eat in the area. Hands down the best sandwiches I have ever had. The staff is always so friendly and the prices are GREAT. I get the 7 with the WORKS. The bread is just so soft. Their pasta salad and soup is also very delicious. read more

Totally ignorant people working there. Opens at ten, went there at 10:20. Door locked, people inside ( workers ) doing what idk, besides looking at me, saying nothing. As I'm leaving somebody finally comes to door and asks where I'm going. I advised his mothers. Never been back and will never go back. Actually the food wasn't that good on previous occasions. Just went there because it opened at ten. read more

Delicious food. Great selection of soups, pasta salad, I Sandwiches, and Potatoes. All homemade sides. Daily freshly made salad bar and froyo. Always nice and friendly staff. Prompt service. read more

We had a turkey and cheese (4) and pastrami and swiss (13) .among with a bowl of fruit. The bread was fresh and tasty, the ingredients seemed fresh if not slightly run of the mill. The staff was very nice and extremely interested in our being satisfied. If you are in need of a cool, clean place for lunch that isn't assembly line fast food then this could be the place for you in this small town. I recommend it without raving about it Try it! read more

Arthur's Garden Deli - Delis Near Me - Rock Falls, Illinois

Drawn by the playful signs on the freeway with the sassy pickle on a long road trip, Arthur's Garden Deli delighted with surprisingly affordable prices, really yummy food with higher quality ingredients. We ordered a pepperoni and mozzarella and a pastrami and Swiss, and they were both hearty and flavorful, with lots of fresh veggies and both served toasted. The salad bar was also a surprise, with verdant and crisp lettuce, spinach, and cucumber. The dressings were also clearly made on site daily. But the best part of the place were the little things. The really pleasant staff were all friendly and helpful, and their care for their work was evident in the little Easter decorations that adorned each table. The clean restroom reflected the general sense of commitment to a great experience for their guests. Not your typical road trip or rest stop fare: be sure stop for when you see the laid-back pickle! read more

This is one of the best deli's in the Midwest. Salad bar is just ok but the sandwiches are amazing. Try it you won't be disappointed read more

I regularly travel on I 88 and see the Arthur's deli billboard with intrigue. I have stopped exactly two times. The first time was great, when I parked and went inside for my order. The second time I decided to drive through, which was a major FAIL. I ordered a turkey sub with lettuce, tomato, and deli mustard. Unfortunately what I received was a bun with turkey on it and nothing else. REALLY???? The only reason this review gets more than one star is that the bread is amazing and my husband's sub was prepared as ordered. After getting back on 88 and driving several miles, I realized the error of the order. So I called just to let them know about the situation, and the manager (sounded about 12) was clueless, not apologetic and did not even say sorry for the error. Needless to say I will not be visiting this location ever again no matter how good the bread is. read more

Arthur's Garden Deli - Do you see any lettuce, tomato, pickle, or deli mustard on here?? Because that's how I ordered it, and this is what I got. - Delis Near Me - Rock Falls, Illinois

I have lived in cities and suburbs my whole life; Los Angeles, the SF Bay, and New York City. I love sandwiches of all kinds and eat them often, and I loved this place. Traveling from coast-to-coast, we constantly crave an alternative to the big fast food options that really cater to travelers and crowd-out other options. As soon as we saw signs for Arthur's, we knew what we were having for lunch. And we were starving... we hadn't eaten for several hours, since waking in Chicago and sort of pigging-out before the long ride... The options at Arthur's aren't super abundant, but they do cover a few basic areas. Prime roast beef is a solid that any roast beef consumer will immediately notice and appreciate, and they have several ham and turkey options. The Italian didn't offer prosecution or coppa, but I'm sure it is delicious. The food here is definitely homemade and simple, but totally original. The roast beef was delicious, with great cheese and the included veggies were a plus. We got potato salad which tasted great, well balanced and fresh. It was refreshing to find Arthur's. Anyone from a big city will know what I'm talking about if they too find themselves driving cross-country... a big plus at Arthur's? It was perhaps the most inexpensive meal on our trip! I mean, cheaper than trip to Taco Bell or McDonalds even... that made it all the more special and memorable, that we both ate comfortably for under $10. Highly recommended! read more

If life is about trying new things, then places like Arthur's deserve more of the spotlight: cost-effective and freshly prepared to your liking, they have a four inch round sandwich (which I ordered; the turkey and mild cheddar) and a reasonably sized 7' sub. My dad and I agreed wholeheartedly that the freshness of the roll made the meal stand out. If you're ever passing through Rock Falls, stop in here and enjoy! read more

Arthur's Garden Deli - This image is the inside of the deil. - Delis Near Me - Rock Falls, Illinois