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    The Whistle Stop By Ariel Seafoods

    4.0 (125 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    THE WHISTLE STOP BY ARIEL SEAFOODS ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Minimal lunch meat for a sub.

    Yuck. I wanted a simple sub so I decided to stop in, they were very busy during the lunch rush but I ordered and waited. I got a ham and turkey with provolone on a sub roll, mayo lettuce and oil and vinegar, bag of chips and a drink... $17! Insane price for a sandwich lunch, but I was hopeful that it would be worth it. When I got back to my office I opened my sandwich and it was soaking wet, so much that the bottom was falling out. It had tomatoes, which fine I'll pick them off, but hardly any lettuce and gobs of mayonnaise. After opening it up, there was one slice of ham and one slice of turkey as far as the meat goes and no provolone which I had asked for. The entire sandwich was soaked with mayonnaise and oil and vinegar, in excessive amounts and was inedible. I picked out the couple slices of meat and the rest away. Not worth the price.

    Breakfast burrito

    Stopped by for breakfast and will definitely go back to try their other items on the menu. Breakfast burrito was really good. Service was kind and helpful. Good price too.

    Cheesesteak and fries.
    Sheila L.

    This is a local favorite in Port Salerno. Bret and I found this place when we moved into the Yacht and Country Club. Quickly realized we were not the country club kind and moved right out but continue to come here almost weekly. You walk in and everything is listed on a board. I have never ordered anything but the cheesesteak as they are incredible. Most like the ones I used to get in Philly. I usually get a half as they are cut much larger than a true half. Service is good and the price is typical. About $30 for two sammys, fries and drinks. Now for the downside. As my hubby says, "you're not going to be impressed by the decor". But,

    Justin H.

    Been wanting to try this place for a long time and did not disappoint! Got the cheesesteak as mentioned by another reviewing and it was delicious! I will definitely be back. Heads up: they do close rather early, so be sure you get there more than 30 minutes before close.

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    Ann Robin H.

    Small little place only outside seating now . You do hear the train whistle . Cute little place

    Cute little place!

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    Great food and great service. Did not even know it existed on Dixie Highway. Found it by accident and I'm glad I did.

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    The best Philly cheesesteak in town. And they fries were so good. They are quick as well. The cheese sauce is Devine.

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    Brunswick stew. Excellent service nice menu reasonable price good breakfast and lunch

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    Charming little restaurant. The service was fast and friendly. I had a chicken salad sandwich and it was delicious.

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    Quite little place off Dixie hwy. I passed this place everyday. The food is really good.

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    Great sandwiches, all homemade. Highly recommend. Chicken salad and steak and cheese are my personal favorites

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    The food is great and cooked fast. My favorite is the buffalo chicken wrap, but the cheesesteaks are ridiculously delicious also.

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    Best Philly I've ever had! Food is consistently good. Nice patio if you're looking to dine outside. Friendly staff. Great place overall!

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    One of the best Philly cheesesteaks and burgers I've had in the area. Everyone was very pleasant and the prices were great

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