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    McAlister's Deli

    2.9 (72 reviews)
    InexpensiveDelis, Salad, Sandwiches
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Steve G.

    Usually really good, for the most part this is as usual with the exception of the bread for my king club sandwich, little burnt! I am not a bread connoisseur, but this looks a little burnt (see photo). Good meat, great sandwich (usually), but very let down they would even service this. It was a carry out order, if I was eating in, definitely would send back for a do over. Wife got the soup and spud combo, soup good (broccoli cheddar) and spud ok except it had a bit of fat in the roast beef, so most ended up in trash. Need to be a little more picky about what they put on their spuds.

    Madison C.

    I was very impressed with this deli! This was my first time eating at a McAlister's, and I really enjoyed it! The staff at this location were very friendly and helpful. The food was fresh and delicious! They had social distancing in place, with tables being marked. They were constantly cleaning, as the place was very clean inside! I would definitely come back :)

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    2 months ago

    The salad was crisp and very tasty. The saying and counter are not welcoming. The staff are nice but not friendly.

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    9 months ago

    Better than similar options like Panera. No tipping and good food. Better than average atmosphere.

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    11 months ago

    French dip is very small for the price. Chili was disgusting and inedible. I will never order from them again.

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    3 years ago

    Good service. The usual McAlister's flavor and quality. Was not busy, so got in & out quick.

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    Matt J.

    Thank you, Stacie! Happy to hear about your experience!

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    Matt J.

    Thanks for sharing, Oscar! Glad to hear you had a great experience!

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    6 years ago

    I have always loved this place but today the spud was a little burnt but the salad was amazing still love the place

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    Thanks Dana! We appreciate the great review!

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    I decided on the California Turkey Reuben and my son ordered the McAlister's Club on a baguette.

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    Southern Salad & Sandwich

    Southern Salad & Sandwich

    4.1
    (61 reviews)
    4.2 mi
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    I recently had my first visit to Southern Salads after hearing about them and it will not be the…read morelast. The restaurant is casual yet comfortable while the customer service is just as dynamic as their food. The staff was very welcoming, which heightened the experience. The SW BBQ Chicken Salad (Grilled chicken coated in their homemade BBQ sauce, served on a bed of salad mix with black beans, fried corn, and egg, sprinkled with spicy French fried onions) had fresh, crisp veggies, an excellent combination of flavors, but the star of the show was the BBQ chicken. The sauce on the chicken was irresistibly delicious. I loved the Build Your Own Burger (BYOB) option, which I loved because my burger was cooked to perfection MY WAY. The Egg Salad Sandwich (Fresh, homemade egg salad with your choice of bread) was enjoyable and nostalgic not only because of the fresh ingredients, but also because of the grilled sourdough bread. The egg salad did not have sweet relish, which is how I am used to eating it, but it did not impact the taste.

    Normally I enjoy the food here but today I ordered a chicken Caesar wrap and ate the first half, no…read moreissues. Opened up the other half to add the Caesar dressing to the inside and discovered literally 2.5 small pieces of chicken in the whole thing! I feel like I've been robbed half a wrap!

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    An empty half of chicken Caesar wrap with barely any chicken and lettuce filler. This was taken before eating.
    Kounter

    Kounter

    4.5
    (313 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    Brandy was our server and this was our first time visiting and she kept that in mind while serving…read more We were seated at a table about midway down the counter against the wall. It was a little dark though it was more quiet than the sunlit front. I ordered the Old Town Cobb and my husband ordered the Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf and a Caesar salad. The focaccia croutons in the salad were out of this world delicious and different. Their flavor of the croutons burst in our mouth. The meatloaf's presentation was superb. Hubby said he would order meatloaf again. I had a bite and it was crispy and smoky tasting. My husband ordered 2 beers and the bill was under $50 which we thought was a good value. Pros: water served in glass tumblers. Menu is very creative. Food is really delicious. Location. Plenty of other spots to grab a coffee, tea or hot chocolate while walking around Main Street after eating. Cons: tomatoes under ripe in Cobb salad. Caesar salad dressing was more sweet than anticipated. Depending when you come, parking will be challenging if a person is unable to walk. Parking is generally plentiful around downtown Rock Hill within a short walk. Verdict: Both dishes were good. Would come back and would order them again.

    Kounter is a modernize restaurant that seems to be a renovation of an older soda jerk counter…read more Friendly welcoming and attentive staff . On the menu for today I chose the Blue plate Special ($23) OG, bacon wrapped meatloaf, swirl potatoes, veggie du jour, stewed, collards, steakhouse, vinaigrette, cilantro Crema. The dish was Tender medallions of meatloaf, wrapped in savory bacon. Topped with a steakhouse vinaigrette, tangy, and savory, which had an amazing flavor by itself, I just wish it added more to the main. Which was slightly bland. Unfortunately, this cilantro Crema had no hints of cilantro. The actual star of the show is the collard greens. The Collard greens has a subtle kick, which is amazing and flavorful, and gives that little extra punch. Hand slammed fries ($5) Parmesan - rosemary dusted, roasted tomato malt vinaigrette. Tasty especially with their house made ketchup, but unfortunately, the fries were a little on the soggy side. And a Blake's cider (5). crisp and refreshing. Perfect for a southern Carolina afternoon. Overall, food was delicious, but could use just a hint of attentions to flavor. I would definitely recommend you give Kounter a try. I would love to come back here again and try some more of their menu. Follow me on Yelp and Instagram @noodlesoupr as I travel the world in search of delicious food encounters.

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    Poppyseed Kitchen

    Poppyseed Kitchen

    4.8
    (228 reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    We were visiting from out of town and were looking for an early breakfast before we moved on with…read moreour trip. This place hit the spot. We got the local and the American. Both meals were delicious. The croissant was perfect, so fluffy and so fresh. The pastries looked really good too, disappointed I didn't grab one of those as well. Service was amazing also. The young man with curly hair (didn't catch his name) was very polite and checked in with us often. He was willing to go through the menu and offer suggestions when we asked. We have two young children and felt comfortable coming here to eat. Sometimes it's hard to find places that have table service that feel welcoming to kids so just wanted to add that here. They even have the triangle crayons to color with that don't roll off the table!

    While staying in Charlotte, we decided to come eat here. The service was amazing! Even for a 30…read moreminute wait, they were respectful and always asking if we needed anything. I did notice people drinking while waiting on their table which is a plus. I ordered the savory toast and it was delicious. Light but filling. I also had a chai latte which hit the spot. My fiancé had the poppyseed pancake and omg let me tell you. It was perfect! Sweet but not overly sweet. Moist but not raw with a hint of honey in the mix. The syrup as well had a hit of honey and came out warm. This just added the cherry on the top. Walnuts decorated the tops of the pancakes with a nice crunch and lift sweet taste. The location is great, small yet cozy. If it were a tad bigger, I can see it filling up as well. If I could give this a 10, I would. Don't overthink it, come eat here.

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    Elk Ave Tavern

    Elk Ave Tavern

    4.6
    (106 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    We had such a great experience here! We came in during the last hour before closing (which always…read moremakes me a little nervous), but everything was still super fresh, came out quickly, and never felt rushed. Ashley was our server and she was amazing -- very attentive, friendly, and gave great recommendations. She really made the experience even better. We started with the pork belly skewers topped with ranch, BBQ, crushed cashews, and pickled red onions -- 10/10. Huge portion and packed with flavor. The balance of sweet, tangy, and crunchy was perfect. The chicken Caesar sandwich was sooo good. It's a massive sandwich with a crispy chicken cutlet topped with Caesar salad, pickled red onions, and chickpeas. Fair warning: it's a little hard to eat because of the size, but completely worth it. The dressing leans more vinegar-forward than creamy, which I personally loved. I'd honestly order it again just as a salad. The truffle parm fries were another 10/10 -- loaded with parmesan and full of flavor. The stout braised beef melt was amazing. Tons of meat and the flavors blended together perfectly. Definitely a standout. The pub chips with added Cajun seasoning were okay -- not bad, just nothing super special compared to everything else. As longtime fans of their previous food truck, we're so impressed with what they've grown into as a restaurant. It's clear they've kept the quality while elevating the whole experience. We'll absolutely be back!

    came from Charlotte to try Elk Ave Tavern after seeing a TikTok food review claiming it had one of…read morethe "top five cheesesteaks," so I went in with pretty high expectations. Unfortunately, I left feeling very disappointed. I ordered the cheesesteak, which was the main reason for my visit, and it just didn't live up to the hype. The bread was soggy, the meat was very small diced instead of the ribeye-style cuts you'd expect from a good cheesesteak, and the cheese tasted more like Kraft than anything premium. Overall, it was very bland and lacked the flavor I was hoping for. For $18 and about a 20-minute drive, I honestly expected much more. On the positive side, the Brussels sprouts were amazing -- easily the standout item from my visit. They were flavorful and cooked really well. The fries were fine too, but fries are fries and it's hard to mess those up. The staff were very nice and attentive, and the food came out in about 10-15 minutes, which I appreciated. The restaurant itself is a small, quaint place located in downtown Rock Hill across from the public library. I didn't have trouble parking, but it was around 12:30 on a Wednesday and the lot and nearby street parking were both pretty full, so I could see it being tighter during busier times. I also noticed this location used to be called Sweet Tea back around 2020 when they served chicken and waffles, so it was interesting to see how the space has changed. The menu overall isn't very large, and since I mainly came for the cheesesteak and it didn't meet my expectations, I don't see myself returning. In my personal opinion, Cheat's Cheesesteak Parlor still has the best cheesesteak in Charlotte and the surrounding areas. I really wanted to love this place, but based on this visit, it just didn't deliver for me.

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