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    McAlister's Deli

    3.4 (123 reviews)
    ModerateSalad, Delis, Sandwiches
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    We started coming here for the first time ever back in June. We all loved it, my husband, my girls and myself. It was really good! We have been here several times since. However, we have been less than satisfied the last two times we were here and I have no intentions on returning. Today (10/8) we ordered a Jalapeno Crunch and two cheese toasties with turkey one with fruit one with mac n cheese. The jalapeno crunch came out woththe meat cold cold barely any chips on it and very old avocado. It was terrible tasting. The bread was also somewhat harder and older tasting than usual. My girls' cheese toasties barely had cheese on them and my daughters wouldn't eat her mac n cheese and this kid eats EVERYTHING. The time before the bacon was so burnt I couldn't even bite it without it hurting my teeth. They didn't seem to care about it that time so I didn't even bring it up this time because I didn't have time to deal with lack of give a damn today. We aren't coming back sadly because they use to be very good.

    Savannah Cobb Salad
    Joe R.

    I enjoy McAllister's Deli. The food is always prepared fresh and they have quite a variety of sandwiches, salads, and soups. I ordered the Savannah chopped salad today and it was delicious. I always liked the dried cranberries, honey roasted almonds, and that special dressing. It's a good combination! You don't wait too long for your meal, and there is always someone walking around to make sure that you're taken care of and to refill your drink. This location is easily accessible right off of the road, and there's plenty of parking in the front or the rear of the building. The dining room has plenty of seating with high top tables, as well as regular tables and booths.

    Lindsey L.

    McAlister's Deli is one of my ol' go-to's. A delicious menu with plenty of variety, McAlister's has something for everyone. It's simple counter service - order at the counter, they give you your drink(s) and a number, grab your lid and straw, find a seat, and they will bring your food to you in no time! The staff has always been super friendly and helpful to me. They can get busy - especially at lunch and on weekends. I don't think I've ever been there and NOT spotted children (family friendly!). My favorite is the Grilled Chicken Sandwich (the one that comes on a croissant, not the Club) with a side of Mac n' Cheese and a Half n' Half Iced Tea (half sweet, half unsweetened). One day I'll try a loaded spud with an Arnold Palmer but for now I just love my 'usual' so much!

    Tamilah K.

    It pains me to write this review but I must be true to my experience. A coworker and I decided to grab lunch at McAlister's as I was raving about their tasty chicken club sandwich. We arrive and head to order. Now I've never been inside of this restaurant since the two previous orders were either Postmates or a friend dropped it off to me. So it took a few minutes to find my way. There was a young blonde cashier who took us in her line. I order my food, she asks if I'd like a drink and I declined saying I just wanted water. I hand her my debit card and she tosses it on the counter. PET PEEVE ALERT! Then she asks if it's to-go or dine-in. I respond with "we're going to eat her. She tosses the table top order number card on the counter. PET PEEVE ALERT! I slide to the side so that I can help my coworker in case he has issues. He orders and asks for water. She tosses his debit card and order card on the counter as well. At this point I'm LIVID. Then I remembered who I was...a YELP ELITE. So I held it together and proceeded to check in on the app so I'd remember to post a review. After she hands him his water I jokingly say "so do I not get a water?" I kid you not, she says "Did you ask for one" with a snotty undertone. It took everything with me to grit my teeth and say "Yes, when you asked my drink choice I said I would just drink water." I would've given 1 or 2 stars based on that interaction alone, but the food was good and well plated. Word to the wise, retrain your cashiers on customer service and etiquette. Had I been anyone different, this poor review wouldn't have been the final result of this visit UPDATE: I was sent a gift certificate for a free meal. Unfortunately, the date listed as expiration was set for 2018. Almost didn't get my food. Smh

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    McLain’s Market - Shawnee

    McLain’s Market - Shawnee

    4.2
    (132 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    This place is a personal favorite of mine after a long night out. The service is quick despite the…read moreearly morning rush and the place is always clean. The egg sandwich is my go-to and highly recommend! The desserts are also fresh and i've never had experienced a dessert that was stale which is nice. The cold brew is also great! Definitely one of my favorite spots for breakfast.

    Housed in a repurposed old garage, McLain's runs like a well-oiled machine…read more It's always busy, but somehow never feels chaotic. Food moves fast. Coffee moves faster. Staff stays calm. Everything flows. It's organized chaos done right. The seasonal drinks are consistently creative and actually good. Not just pretty for Instagram. Balanced, thoughtful, and well executed. And the bakery? Dangerous. The display case is pure temptation. Cinnamon rolls, pecan twists, danishes, cookies, scones. Everything looks like the right choice, which makes choosing impossible. They also have solid brunch plates and sandwiches if you're trying to pretend you're here for something other than sugar and caffeine. Now for the one miss. I ordered the pepper jack breakfast burrito, and unfortunately, it didn't live up to the rest of the experience. Flat flavors, mushy texture, no real identity. The hot sauce was doing most of the work. It felt out of place in a spot that clearly cares about quality. Thankfully, the bakery and coffee saved the day. The pecan twist was flaky, buttery, and just sweet enough. The seasonal latte with cold foam was smooth, balanced, and dialed in. Overall, McLain's is a Kansas City staple for a reason. Efficient, welcoming, and consistently good at what they do. One menu tweak away from being near-perfect. Solid 4-star spot. Would happily come back.

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    Half salad half sandwich
    Half salad half sandwich
    Chicken and biscuits with gravy. Cream cheese danish with almonds.

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    Chicken and biscuits with gravy. Cream cheese danish with almonds.
    Modern Market Eatery

    Modern Market Eatery

    4.4
    (44 reviews)
    5.2 mi
    $$

    Okay Modern Market, I see you…read more I was on the hunt for a healthy-ish spot for lunch (I mean, hello it is January), when I came upon Modern Market Eatery on Yelp. Upon doing some research I learned it's a scratch kitchen specializing in clean eats, and that it's a chain. A win for the health options, a ding for the chain, but not all chains are bad, an we are living in a time where there are some winners. So, I packed myself up and headed down the road to Prairie Village. It's still fairly new, and it has that squeaky clean feeling to it when you arrive. Inside it's counter service and you seat yourself (they will bring the food to you). It kind of reminded me of how Noodles and Company felt when they first became a thing way back in the early 2000s. I ordered a thai salad that came in at under 400 calories so I was honestly skeptical at how big or flavorful it would really be when it arrived, and holy cow was it good. The chicken was cold, but still held some flavor, the dressing was great, there were fresh veggies, pickled onions. It was one of the best 400 calorie meals I've had in a long time. My dad ordered the salmon curry and he also enjoyed his though I didn't try it so jury's out on my opinion! I left full and happy to have discovered this spot. I'll be back soon!

    I ordered the chicken banh mi which came with chips. I also got a side of fire roasted veggies. The…read morebanh mi had a good flavor but for the price I thought it was a bit small and light on the chicken. ($15.30 for a whole sandwich) It had carrots and cilantro and a tangy sauce. The sauce that was on my sandwich was different than the picture online. I did get my order through Uber Eats. The veggies were very fresh and crispy on the sandwich. The fire roasted veggies were not seasoned except for a bit of turmeric but it didn't really have a taste. Overall the food was good and very fresh but the price was a bit high.

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    Dining Area
    Lox Salmon Bowl
    Lox Salmon Bowl
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    Counter Area
    Nick and Jake's

    Nick and Jake's

    3.9
    (147 reviews)
    6.7 mi
    $$

    Nick and Jake's continues to impress us. From the moment you walk in you feel welcomed. Whether…read moreseated in the bar or dining room a server acknowledges you right away. Even if they're stopping by to say "I'll be right with you" or to take a drink order. (That's good training) We like to try new menu items and so far have not been disappointed. Salads, sandwiches and entrees all have been tasty and satisfying. We also enjoy their specials. Burgers, steaks and seafood. My faves are in no specific order. Texas Club. French dip. Ruben. Salads. Meatloaf. Filet or strip Oskar wow! Soups. You go create your own favorites list. Also great curbside take out! A nice local place to go.

    Maybe I came in on an off day. But everything we ordered was dry and lack of seasoning/flavor,…read moreexcept the Ribeye with Crab smothered. The crispy wonton skin that came with Thai Spicy Shrimp was stale. Tasted days old. Fried chicken on the salad was extremely dry and crouton was also stale. Half baby back rib was also very dry, but it did fell off the bone. And the coleslaw that came the rib was very bland. It needed some seasoning. It tasty like raw soggy cabbage. Although the food did not impressed us, service did! The restaurant was packed but Mason really took care of us. Constantly refilling our water and checked up on stuff. We left over 20% tips because it was well deserved. Hoping for better food experience next time!

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    Some seating
    Some seating
    Turkey Melt Sandwich
    Turkey Melt Sandwich
    Shrimp Caesar salad

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    Shrimp Caesar salad

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