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| - I live near a McAlister's Deli and once recall eating a good sandwich there. I haven't been there since since there are so many good sandwich places around. And then something happened...a new McAlister's Deli opened up right near my office in Tempe. It caught my attention! From the creative promotions to the deli's involvement in the local community to finally the amazing service and of course, acknowledging the good food and what makes it unique. Now, I'm sold! I'll be a regular at both locations moving forward.
Readers of this review are probably wondering what makes this deli so special. In my opinion, it's the people and their connection to the community. I've been to a few different Tempe and ASU events in the past few weeks, and each time, McAlister's Deli is represented by giving out free samples of their food or coupons or even just some smiles and hellos by their staff to community members. But this is nothing compared to the excited college students working at this location along with their experienced managers. Everyone is constantly checking in on you to make sure that you have everything you need while dining at their location and even if you are waiting for food, they are having conversations with you. I visited the first week they were open, and while it took a few minutes longer than expected for food to be ready, I didn't even notice it due to the conversations I was having with the staff. Even then, I was given a coupon for my next visit as the staff thought I was waiting for too long. Definitely good customer service!
The food and the atmosphere are great! There is plenty of parking, plenty of seating, and enough space for the lines that they are bound to continue having in the future. They have sandwiches, spuds (loaded potatoes with whatever you wish on them), salads, and soups. I ordered a Choose Two, where I chose a half sandwich and a half salad (a New Yorker sandwich and a grilled chicken salad) plus one of their tasty cookies on the side. All was delicious!
Also worth noting is that this location hosts many fun contests relating to their location or even nearby ASU. Follow them on Facebook, engage in their community, and win some gift cards and other prizes!
Now I'm getting hungry...!
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