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    Tropical Smoothie Cafe

    1.6 (422 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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    Zoe R.

    This Tropical Smoothie Café off Cactus Avenue. I pulled up to the drive-through expecting the usual transactional exchange--and instead, was met with something that felt oddly like *hospitality*. The woman working the window (on a Tuesday at precisely noon, for those tracking excellence) absolutely radiated warmth and professionalism. She answered my questions with genuine enthusiasm, not robotic politeness, and kept a bright smile the entire time--an underrated but deeply appreciated energy boost in the middle of my day. She was quick, she was efficient, and dare I say--fashionably so. In a world where too many drive-throughs feel like emotional black holes, her vibe was sunshine in a headset. Now to the smoothie: I ordered the seasonal *Peanut Paradise*with a couple of clever modifications--chia seeds and a scoop of pea protein to add some staying power. It was sweet, satisfying, and blended to perfection. Every ingredient I asked for was present and accounted for. In short: no disappointments here. I genuinely don't understand how this location is sitting at 1.5 stars. If more people were met with the kind of service I just experienced, this place would be trending toward five stars *daily*. Maybe I caught them on a good day--but if this woman is regularly on shift, your odds of a great experience just skyrocketed. Service matters. Attitude matters. And smoothies? Well, they're just bettwe served with a smile.!!

    Chia Oatmeal pudding bowl.
    Ricky R.

    I decided to try this location after experiencing inconsistent service and dissatisfactory smoothies at a different location. I went on a Thursday evening, and the restaurant looked brand new, like it recently opened. From the front, it seems like a dine-in-only restaurant. However, customers can locate the drive-thru to the far right, which loops around the rear of the building. I ordered the Chi Oatmeal pudding bowl, which tasted as delicious as the photos look. I expected it to be hot because I thought all oatmeal was hot. However, it is a cold dish. I did not receive my receipt so I couldn't add points for my purchase, and the manager did not ask me if I wanted to dine in or not; she just handed me the bag. I only went to this location once, and I will return for the Oatmeal pudding bowl and to find out if their smoothie-making is better than the previous location I frequented.

    Clearly a CHICKEN PESTO even though we ordered a CHIPOTLE CHICKEN CLUB.

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    40min wait. Not even busy. Avoid at all costs if you value your time. Food okay but straight up insane wait times.

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    All’Antico Vinaio

    4.0
    (559 reviews)
    6.2 mi
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    Alright folks, my experience of all antico Vinaio was tainted from the experience we had in…read moreFlorence. Went to the OG shops, swarmed with locals who stop by for lunch. Wasn't a fan of the bread and it was kinda bland. Hadn't tried this place for years because of the motherland can't get it right, I wasn't going to mess with the US version. I was wrong. The sandwich was 5/5. I was thinking about this sandwich for days after. What makes them different is the bread. It's toasted, a bit thinner, while being fluffy on the inside, has that crunch on the outside. And it was phenomenal. Met a family of four who is a regular, that recommended the one with pistachio cream inside. I decided to try something else instead and it was amazing. I can't remember which one it was but it had spicy sauce with spicy salami inside. I'll def be going back to give a shot on the pistachio cream that the family shared they are addicted to.

    I've heard so many good things about this place, and was excited to finally have an opportunity to…read moretry it. I went in on a Monday around 11am, and to my surprise there was only one other group (of 3) ahead of me. The employee immediately helped us and asked which sandwiches we wanted. I ordered the Schiacciata del Boss, and the Summer. Each sandwich was $21. Additionally I purchased a Sparkling Water for $3. The employee began making my sandwiches, and I did have a hard time understanding what he said to me because he was mumbling, but I didn't get yelled at so I guess I followed his directions accurately. I will say, It was a bit of sticker shock to realize that I paid $48.77 for two sandwiches and a sparkling water. When we opened the sandwiches, they were actually a lot wider than I had anticipated. I should have done better research because I did not expect the sandwiches to be so flat. I expected them to have a little bit more veggies of some sort in them. The prosciutto also felt very minimal and thin. The bread itself was fantastic. You could tell it was fresh and soft. Additionally the truffle spread was prominent in all the best ways. I did have a problem with my sandwich though.. as I was eating my half of the sandwich, I looked down and there was a hair wrapped around some of the meat and coming out of my sandwich. I tried to tell myself it was my hair, because it was black, but my hair is long and that day it was curly. This hair was short and black and wrapped around the meat going further into the sandwich. Unfortunately, my first reaction was to pick it out and throw the hair on the ground, so I did not get a photo of it. Because I did not have proof, I didn't feel it was appropriate to go back in and address it. The customer service was very nice, so it's my best guess that they would have handled it appropriately if it was brought to their attention. Overall (excluding the hair incident), I enjoyed the bread, but I did not feel as though the quality of the sandwich met the price point of what I was charged. If it had more meat and veggies, then I would have been all for it, but $21 for really good bread, is something I will pass on.

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    The Odd Couple was my favorite!
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    Hencredible

    Hencredible

    4.8
    (231 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    Ordered to go. I think people mostly order takeout from here as the restaurant is small with…read morelimited seating for dining in. The menu is pretty simple which is nice with it being my first time there. We ordered KFC bites and two KFC combos with mushroom fries, waffle fries, a fountain and a limeade. I ate a KFC bite on the drive home and it was tender and crispy. I ordered it plain because it was actually for my daughter. Sandwiches were good! Mine was slightly too crispy/over, but still good. Ordered them spice level Hot and it's a good level of spice. Mushroom fries were interesting. I'm not sure if they would've tasted better before the ride home, but I think I'll try their fries instead next time. Limeade was really good! I wanted to get a picture of it, but my hubby drank it all so fast. Overall, food was really good. The portions were generous and reasonably priced. I will definitely be back and I would recommend this place for anyone who likes fried chicken sandwiches.

    I initially experienced Hencredible because of a Yelp Experience. My kids loved the leftovers and…read morewere requesting it a couple of days later when we needed to pick up dinner to go. Hencredible is mostly a to go place as it only has one two top and a few counter seats when dining in. They also post about their cute bags on their social media, which I didn't get on my first visit since I dined in that time. On this last visit, I ordered via their website which is very easy to navigate. They were out of the mushroom fries on my first visit, so I really wanted to try them on this visit. The Husband got the KFC Sandwich ($10) with medium heat. He really enjoyed the cider slaw and Korean radish but wished he got the Hot heat as it wasn't spicy enough for him. The Little Gal got the Loaded Waffle Wreck ($13) because she wanted the shredded jack cheese. However, there was no cheese in sight, and the waffle fries were only okay. Next time, we would probably just do the KFC Bites and fries/mushroom fries instead with the sauce on the side too. The Little Guy got the KFC Bites ($7) and it only came with one sauce. Midway through, he was asking if there was any more sauce and I had to tell him no unfortunately. I got the Mushroom Fries ($5) and it also came with one sauce. I really enjoyed the flavor of it but probably would have liked it even more if I had it fresh. When I went to pick up my order, I noticed it was in a plain brown bag and asked about their special bags and was told they ran out. While in the car and distributing the food, I noticed I had only two sauces - one for the KFC Bites and one for the Mushroom Fries. (I was given two sauces for my KFC Bites during my first visit.) I went back in to ask about the sauces and told them I had received two sauces the other day. He asked what day and I told him on Wednesday and he said they were not supposed to do that. He was very indifferent about the whole situation and didn't offer to sell me another sauce or anything. So, I was a bit bummed with this experience because of the inconsistency with sauce distribution. Because we had four orders and they were piled on top of each other, the dishes on the bottom got a bit steamy and wasn't ideal for something that was recently deep-fried. I really enjoyed my first experience and do attribute that I was dining in, so the items were hot, fresh, and crispy. I would return but would not do to go.

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    Korean fried chicken sandwich
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    Proper Sandwich

    4.5
    (452 reviews)
    6.0 mi
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    I am not a sandwich person but was inspired by the Instagram ads…read more I ordered the Rachel which is their pastrami sandwich and my husband ordered the steak and blue cheese sandwich. All I can say is WOW!! These were both incredibly high quality sandwiches with ingredients stacked to the brim. The pastrami was thin and flavorful and perfectly complemented by the coleslaw and dressing. The rye bread has the perfect amount of rye flavor, soft bread with a chewy crust. I also ordered the arugula salad which is simple with arugula, parmesan cheese, pecans and a lemon vinaigrette, it was delicious and complimentary to the sandwiches which bursted with flavor. We love these sandwiches so much last weekend that we visited again this weekend and I tried the Liz Lemon which is their pastrami with added turkey and potato chips and it is divine. They have converted me into a sandwich eater! My daughter loved the prime beef and cheddar sandwich said the potato chips with the best she's ever had

    This is a cool spot overall, but the experience was very average when it came to the actual…read moreproduct. Food: The flavors were pretty average and didn't really stand out. Nothing was bad, but nothing was memorable either. It felt like everything was fine, just not particularly exciting or rich in taste. Service: The staff was definitely a highlight. Friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout the visit. They made the experience more enjoyable even when the product itself didn't fully deliver. Price: Prices felt a bit high for what you get. Not unreasonable, but the quality didn't quite match the cost. Ambiance: The shop itself has a cool vibe and is nice to hang out in. Clean, modern, and comfortable enough for a quick stop or casual visit. Pros: Great staff, nice atmosphere, convenient location. Cons: Flavors were average and not very memorable, value didn't fully match price. Overall, it's a nice place with great people working there, but I'd mainly come back for the service and vibe rather than the product itself.

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    Italian Sandwich with French ham, coppa, salami calabrese, mortadella, provolone, red onion, shredduce, giardiniera.
    Italian Sandwich with French ham, coppa, salami calabrese, mortadella, provolone, red onion, shredduce, giardiniera.
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    Jersey Mike's Subs

    4.3
    (49 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    Best sandwich place in town. Navy vet, I really dig how they appreciate the military. Whenever I go…read morethere, they always hook something up. I usually get the Chipotle or the Philly cheese Steak. Either they will give double the beef or cheese on the house. Sometimes if they cannot do that, they will throw in chips and a drink no problem. Now as a grad student, I appreciate that because I can get a regular steak, for around $11.71 for a regular. From time to time, I might order a regular and because they know I am the definition of a starving grad student, they might make it a double. I always take my fiancee from Bulgaria here. When she talks to her family and they say, 'Any good deli places to get something to eat?" She always says,' Jersey Mikes." The staff are SUPER FRIENDLY and cool, very non judgemental. I am basing these ratings off of eateries in a similar class such as Capriotti's or Jimmy John's so it is better than Subway. take a look at this bad boy this is enough for two meails honestly. I am a big eater and I can finish a regular, with double beef and cheese no problem. A Giant = two meals. What i like is everything is FRESH and made to order. You can ask for extra toasted, and you know the food and veggies are cooked fresh.

    We love Jersey Mike's ! They have opened another location on Blue Diamond Rd. / S Decatur Blvd. We…read morehave been going to Jersey Mike's for years and their sandwiches are so much better than Subway. Jersey Mike's has been our go to sandwich shop for more than a decade now. They use quality ingredients in their subs and you can taste the freshness in every bite. They don't pre slice their deli meats, they actually slice them fresh per order in front of the customer. Which every sub shop should do, because it tastes better when it's fresh. The staff at this location is amazing, very friendly and attentive. We have met the owner and the store manager Kim , they are both great people and very welcoming, truly caring about their customers and the staff. The store is immaculately clean and very welcoming. Great atmosphere, very inviting. Overall: we had a great time at this newly opened sub shop and we highly recommend it.

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    Jersey Mike's Subs
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    Mama Bird

    4.6
    (4.2k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Everything about this place is wonderful- the aesthetic is visually pleasing w the hanging ivy's…read more Their food is true southern comfort food From their hush puppies to their fried spear pickles. First time we had their brisket combo and tonight we are doing their fried chicken w sides / their staff is attentive and friendly- highly recommend eating here - oh and their home made ginger beer is delicious w their Mule drinks Thank you for always treating us like family each time we dine at your establishment

    Mama Bird was a very disappointing experience, especially given the price point. I really wanted to…read morelike it, but the overall value just wasn't there at all. Food: For the cost, the food was underwhelming. Portions and flavor didn't match what I expected at this price level, and nothing really stood out in a positive way. Even the items that looked promising ended up tasting fairly average. Considering how expensive it is, I expected much better quality and balance. Service: Service was okay, but nothing special. Staff was polite, but the experience felt pretty standard and didn't add anything to make up for the food. Price: This is where the biggest issue is. The pricing feels very high compared to what you actually get. It doesn't feel like good value at all. Ambiance: The vibe was average. Not terrible, but not memorable either. It felt pretty standard and didn't elevate the experience. Pros: Clean space, decent service, modern setup. Cons: Very high price, underwhelming food quality, and overall poor value for the experience. Overall, I left feeling disappointed. For the price, I expected something much more impressive. I wouldn't rush to come back unless there were major changes or I heard things improved.

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    Smoked to perfection! Our briskets are calling your name.
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