text: I really wanted to like this place after all it is within mile of my home But alas the experience was lackluster and I am not sure I will give it a nd shotnnWe went there for lunch They were very busy The counter staff was friendly and patient competent overall But my stars has nothing to do with the congenial staff or the clean bright dining area these would rate stars It was the marginal food and that is what gets the stars And I think you are reading this review thinking what is good to eat NOT who is going to be sweet to me at the counter So I will be honest and hopefully help McAlisters to improve OR save you some dining bucksnnI got a Reuben one of my favorites Something about the sandwich either the bread or the meat tasted like it had been frozen and defrosted The meat was very salty but without much other flavor nnMy dining companion had a half sandwichsoup combo and while I cannot remember what he ordered he commented before I did that he has definitely had better nnIronically we could see Chompies out the window across the street where they make a killer Reuben nnSo will I go back Maybe if a group of friends is going and someone else has preselected But I am not likely to try it again There are too many excellent places nearby to chance mediocrity a second time Next time I want a Reuben I will be at Miracle Mile Chompies or Sacks