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    McAlister's Deli

    3.2 (56 reviews)
    ModerateDelis, Salad, Sandwiches
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    The Italian, Chips, and Tea

    Delivery service was through a 3rd party-went wrong. Store Manager Bryce went the extra mile and made everything right and then some!!! Food was great!! Restaurant Customer Service was awesome!!!

    Savannah Chopped Salad and Veggie Spud.
    John H.

    I like this McAlister's. Food: Obviously, the menu is nearly the same as you would fine at any other, but they execute well. Whether Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich, Savannah Chopped Salad, or Black Angus Roast Beef Giant Spud (I'll echo the GIANT part), I like it all. Gluten-free options for Therese H. is a great thing, too. Staff: I've ordered from the app, and the order is always ready, correct, and on time. I've been there maybe a half-dozen times, and always get a friendly greeting as I open the door. Once, a staff member opened the door for me. Sure, you can give staff training about this sort of thing. But to execute consistently is impressive. Site: I like the seating area, and think they've made good use of their location in a relatively new business development, with a nicely shaded outdoor seating area protected from the elements. Thanks, McAlister's.

    Crispy jalapeños turkey sandwich
    Joshua D.

    I normally try to stay away from chains when I review a business. This review is about a sandwich, not the establishment. There is a new sandwich on the menu that if they take it off, I will hesitate to go back. What I'm talking about is the crispy jalapeño turkey sandwich. Do you remember being a kid in the summer and putting chips on your bologna sandwich? Well this is the equivalent. OMG yall. The flavor. Texture. Volume of meat and did I mention flavor? Why are you still reading this. Run and get one.

    Roast beef spud and the club sandwich
    Elizabeth H.

    McAllister's is always a good choice if you're in the mood for a sandwich. In particular, I'm a fan of their spuds: massive baked potatoes loaded up with good stuff. The portions are fairly large (especially the spuds) and everything comes out quickly. The menu is huge so there really is something for everyone, and so far I've enjoyed everything I've tried. Our location is always busy but there are plenty of tables and everything is kept clean.

    Cecily B.

    I absolutely love McAlister's!!! I will advice not to go on a Saturday afternoon around lunch time. I went to the drive thru and it took 30 mins for me to get my food. I ordered a sweet tea and their Southwest chicken & avacodo salad. So delicious!!!!

    Roast beef Reuben w sauerkraut
    Ethel C.

    Really clean tasting Reuben, roast beef was not overly salty at all, and good helping of sauerkraut. Would not recommend the veggie wrap. It was just a wrap of raw veggies like cucumber and tomatoes and lettuce..some roasted bell peppers, and thousand island ish sauce. No extra preparation, no thought... Service is really fast and friendly!

    What we ordered and payed for (mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce in a deep dish pizza crust)..............

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    Staff change and it is not as friendly as it was. Not sure I'll renew my tea pass. Makes me sad!

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    Absolutely I would recommend mcalisters in effingham. The food was amazing along with the service.

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    Overpriced for what you get. I won't be going back! $16 for a cup of soup and half a sandwich. Shameful!

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    It was so fresh and good. The portions are large so you get your money's worth. I ate here two days in a row.

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    Make sure you have a full tank of gas if you're in the drive through. 30 minutes and counting.....

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    Cleveland-Heath

    4.4(623 reviews)
    2.6 mi
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    Wow, this place completely exceeded our expectations! The food and drinks were incredible, but the…read moreservice truly made the experience stand out. I also loved the atmosphere, upscale food without feeling stuffy or pretentious. It felt like the kind of place you could walk into dressed casually and still enjoy an amazing dining experience. From the moment we sat down, our waitress was fantastic. Since it was our first time visiting, we were welcomed with complimentary deviled eggs, which were absolutely delicious. And the cocktails? Perfectly crafted and easily some of the best we've had in a while. We're already looking forward to coming back. Thank you for helping make our anniversary feel so special!

    Food is 10/10. Big plus for having vegetarian options or being able to modify dishes to be…read morevegetarian. It's one of a very few places in the area that isn't a chain, isn't just burgers and pizza, and also isn't pretentious or overpriced. The service is always friendly and knowledgeable. We've been there at least ten times and only once was the service slow. It was an anomaly because they're usually really on top of things. Ambiance is a friendly, but upscaled downtown cafe/bar place that is perfect for taking out-of-towners or a fun brunch with the ladies. (They have a separate brunch menu on Saturdays!) I don't drink, so I can't comment on their drink selections. I'm taking away a star because the parking situation is annoying, especially during construction. There is street parking or a huge parking lot in the back. However, the back parking lot is a terrible hodgepodge of concrete and asphalt and a gazillion potholes and no super clear direction on how to get to the restaurant. Some signage would go a long way in helping customers to not only find parking, but once parked, to them navigate back to the little crevice where the back door is located. The back porch is located behind a larger portion of the structure and you can't see it from the parking lot. Additionally, if you have anyone in your party with mobility issues, it's next-to-impossible to park near enough to the door to make a difference. The handicapped parking spots are 40 yards away from the back door. All that said, we will def go back because there's nothing else like it in the area.

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    Sauce on the Side

    4.5(28 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Sauce on the Side has delicious calzones! They are extremely filling - would recommend splitting…read moreone with someone.

    I cannot believe it has taken me this long to finally get here. When I lived in STL, I had a SOTS…read moreclose to my home and I dined there on the regular. Even though I am thrilled to have one on the IL side of the river, it's a half hour drive to enjoy. The other day I was running errands and shopping in Edwardsville. I made it a point to do it around the lunch hour, so I could enjoy an calzone. I ordered at the counter as you do and lucky for me, the cashier was patient with me. As I ordered, I kept reading the menu and changed my mind two times and finally stayed with my third choice. Having a love of jalapeños, Pancho Villa was my final choice. Pancho Villa not only gave my fresh jalapeños, it was also filled with red peppers, smoked cheddar, Mozzarella and the meat was Chorizo prepared in Smoked Chili Oil. Yum-Yum and no heartburn. For dipping or spreading on top, I was given a cup of Queso. One nice thing about SOTS, is they offer adult beverages. They have an excellent selection of local craft beers and wines to pair with your calzone. I paired mine with, Pale Ale from Schlafly. The dining room is clean and crisp. It's done in an industrial style. They have regular tables and a few hightop tables, so you can choose which one is best for you. On the tables you'll find linen napkins with reusable flatware. If you can eat an entire calzone, I am impressed. For those of us who cannot, next to the soda machine is a stack of eco-friendly to-go boxes to put your leftovers in, to take home.

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    McAlister's Deli - delis - Updated June 2026

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