Well let me start by saying once you have been to a Sandwich/soup/salad place....seems like they are all the same. However with that being said this new Cafe seems to be a bit different. The wife and I visited this locale yesterday (6/16/2012) and they were celebrating there opening weekend of there new cafe in Desert Ridge. Now of course it was extremely crowded on this day because all weekend they were giving you half off on your meal. I do think that in the future however it will not be a problem with long lines because while the food here is excellent....there are several other locations at desert ridge to choose from for your dining pleasure.
Speaking of the food....like I said it was excellent.....and for the price it was outstanding. I had the Turkey Avocado Panini with the Clam chowder soup and it was only 4 bucks because it was half off. However I would definitely pay the regular price of 7.99 any day because I have never been to this type of Cafe that gives you a full sandwich..... with a nice hearty bowl of soup....... a piece of bread....and a chocolate covered strawberry...... for 8 bucks. I know some people will complain about the size of the sandwiches....but when you consider you are getting a full sandwich...... instead of half a sandwich.... and soup I think people will quickly see how truly good a deal this is.
You can also mix and match....you can have a salad and soup....sandwich and salad....soup and sandwich.....salad and sandwich....any 2 combinations for only 7.99.....I simply think that is great. The only reason I didn't give this locale 5 stars is because I think seating is going to be a problem here. When and if you visit please make sure you get a booth if you can because the tables are a bit unstable because they sit on a very slick hardwood floor. That problem will probably diminish with more foot traffic but for now just watch your step when you dine in there.
The also have free Wi-Fi which is ALWAYS a HUGE plus for me....and they even have a separate station for you to sit at to directly plug in as well (room permitting of course...LOL) . The service is pretty good and they make the food pretty fast....so all in all I think it will be a great spot for lunch....but maybe not so much for dinner. Let me conclude by saying that for those of you who live here in the valley in AZ and have dined at Jason's Deli.....then this place is a lot like that but with better prices and better customer service. I highly recommend you give this place and shot and remember to Eat, Drink and be Merry my Friends!!!!!