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    McAlister's Deli

    2.7 (83 reviews)
    ModerateSalad, Delis, Sandwiches
    Open 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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

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    Choose 2: 1/2 sandwich, 1/2 spud
    Alexus M.

    Really great experience for my friend as it was his first time. I always like the spud and sandwiches and the soups. There wasn't a long wait for our orders. The only downside is the limited number of restrooms, he had to wait while but overall a great experience even for the whole family.

    Veggie Spud
    Kara P.

    I don't know that I've ever had this place before but we went here on a whim after an evening of Trader Joe's grocery shopping. Note: this establishment was closing early at 7 PM instead of it normal 9 PM due to being shortstaffed. We walked in about 630 and they graciously still took our order and the two couples that followed in after us. I tried the veggie spud and it was pretty good. I didn't realize that the peppers on them included jalapeños so were some bites were a little bit spicy where I picked those off. My son had a cheese pizza which was fine and I think my husband enjoyed his club sandwich. I don't know that I would be chomping at the bit to return but it is a nice option to know about. When we entered they had just mopped the floors and everything looked quite clean inside. I would consider this casual dining option to be quite warm and welcoming.

    Brigitte M.

    Stopped by this restaurant after a long day and a quick shopping trip to Trader Joe's. It has been years since I visited this restaurant, which used to be in one of the malls here a while back. I always loved their sandwiches! Anyway, I wanted something quick and realized that I had been wanting to try McAlisters again for a while. I ordered the veggie spud and southwest chicken salad from the "Choose 2" menu. The salad was fine, but the baked potato was dry, and the outside was a bit burned. It almost seemed that the potato may have been sitting out all day. As such, not too impressed with the potato at all. I should have paid more attention to the entire order before I left the store; I would have returned it and chosen another side item. But again, long day and just wanted to get home... Still, because I used to love this restaurant, I will definitely give it another try. It helps that the cashier was super friendly! :o) There are so many delicious-looking items on the menu: salads, spuds, sandwiches, soups. I am hoping my next visit will be better! Stay tuned! :o)

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    Marilu F.

    A couple of weekends ago, I did a Pilates class. I hadn't exercised in some time and so I didn't want to ruin the workout. Enter McAlister's Deli. This chain has quite a bunch of healthy options, particularly when it comes to salads. I'm a big fan of their Savannah chopped salad. It consists of cucumbers, diced tomatoes, dried cranberries, Gorgonzola cheese, grilled chicken, honey-roasted peanuts, in a spring mix dressed with sherry vinaigrette on the side. In other words, it's a salad I find myself actually craving. Given that I have their app, as I used to order frequently back in the day when I lived in South Florida, I ordered ahead and went to pick it up. The actual location in Tallahassee is small compared to what I'm used to, but my salad was sheer perfection and hit the spot. Best of all, this salad is less than 500 calories and I didn't ruin my workout. How's that for a win?

    This is there "tomato basil soup"

    This is there "tomato basil soup"... why does it look like that and it didn't taste like it either

    Green goddess salad
    Leah H.

    I have driven by this place hundreds of times leaving Trader Joe's, never paying attention. Today, however, I noticed people walking in and out and decided to give them a try. They're known for their sweet tea and I definitely enjoyed it. It was sweet, but not cloying, give you diabetes sweet. I still added lots of ice, but I was impressed as a sweet tea connoisseur. I also ordered the green goddess salad, which I think is a special. It has a ton of stuff on it; Gorgonzola cheese, avocado , bacon, and more! It came with green goddess dressing, one of my favorites. The salad was also good and quite filling. As a surprise, they were selling limited edition Creamalicious Sweet Tea ice cream, based on their tea. Creamalicious is a Black owned ice cream company that sells ice cream flavored with Southern favorites like pound cake, and ,obviously, sweet tea! I was very excited and bought a pint. I look forward to trying other items at Mcalister's. It's actually a 3 1/2 for me. ..

    Haylee G.

    Some of the WORST food I've had from here. I've managed two different locations in Mississippi and this was just awful. Ordered a choose two with a pepper jack. Received chipotle ranch on it instead of honey mustard. Also got a kid turkey tostey on ciabatta and got 9grain bread instead. Meat is sliced wayyy too thick. Staff was nice though.

    King Club  + Ham & Cheese Melt
    Katherine F.

    We love McAlister's for a perfect little Family lunch spot! On Saturday, they have kids meals for 99 cents - and it makes it the perfect weekend place for us. They have a wall outside where you can draw with chalk, and enjoy the outdoors as you eat your sandwiches. The food is DELICIOUS! We are always so impressed with how fresh the sandwiches are and how much comes on them. The kids love their meals so much and you can't beat that price. Even the normal kids menu price isn't bad at all! We definitely recommend McAlister's for lunch for families in Tallahassee. It's delicious!

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    Nacho chips were stale! Only one lady at front taking orders and delivering food. I would not recommend for travelers wanting a quick bite.

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    The rudest customer service ive ever received, food is gross, and the lobby is disgusting with sticky floors and sucky music

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    Sandwich was pretty good 1st time I ever ate there. Be Advised this place is very expensive.

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    Very dry potato. Roast beef potato did not have Au jus. Won't provide sour cream unless you pay extra.

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