Mcalister's Deli

The Southwest Chicken and Avocado salad was HUGE! It was enough to feed 2 people AND it was super tasty! The tomato bisque however, was more like spaghetti sauce with no meat. But the server brought a different soup to go and a to go box for the remaining salad, along with extra dressing. She was amazing. I'll definitely go back.

I’ve only been to MacAllister three or four times mostly because it’s kind of far from me. But where I live I’m pretty sure delis are banned. I cannot understand why There are no delis in the West Phoenix valley. I know I know everyone will tell you, Goodcents firehouse mr pickles (gross) Jersey Mike’s, blah blah blah... those are not delis. those are sub shops. for those that don’t know delis are like a mini market that have amazing sandwiches on any kind of bread you want. not just a hoagie roll. And many many meat options that are fresh sliced, from a deli case, and dozens of toppings to choose from. Anyway, McAllister’s is the closest thing to a real deli that I have found in West Valley so far. That said of the other two or three options that are so-called delis McAllister‘s is the best for two reasons, one price and two variety. My sandwich soda and side cost $15. not bad. The so-called deli across the street would have cost me over 30. In fact the last time I was there it was 35 for a sandwich side and a drink but that’s another story. This time around I got the beef and cheddar with horseradish sauce. Really good. I was not even hungry for that when I came in there, but I saw it on the menu and had to have it. I will say the cucumber salad was a little disappointing. they should just call that tomato salad. And their sweet tea was good as well. Service is really good and the place is clean. If it were closer to me I’d probably go there once a week at least. Frankly, it couldn’t be in a worse location. Nobody wants to be on that part of bell road.

I have been to McAlister’s before; but they have REALLY stepped up the quality of their food….. I liked it before; But whatever they are doing it has me coming back 1-2 times a week for their salads, sandwiches, and OH MY WORD, the BAKED POTATOS!!!! The iced tea is also always so good. I highly recommend McAlister’s. Way better than Panera

I used to live coming to McAlister's, but the last couple of years I have been disappointed, so I've been avoiding it. But tonight, hubby really wanted a salad, so I gave in. My MO has become as soon as I get my salad, I dig in to take out all the hard white ribs. Usually makes up half the salad. Not tonight! I found 1 piece! The rest of the salad was beautiful and fresh and crisp and the perfect balance of ingredients. According to the manager, Stephanie was the genius behind my gorgeous Savannah salad. Then came the Ruben. The past 2-3 years, they have been meh. But tonight, it was the perfect sandwich. The right amount of kraut and dressing, the meat layered beautifully. I was told Randall was the master sandwich maker that made my day. I didn't take pictures because I was too busy enjoying the meal! The 3 on atmosphere is because the restaurant is showing its age. The booths are worn, and loose times in the restroom. It could use some updating. But as long as the food continues to be as good as it was tonight, I don't care. 😁