McAlister's Deli

When I am in the mood for a good soup and sandwich meal, I go to McAlister's. They give you decent portions for a decent price. I typically get the turkey melt with a side of broccoli and cheddar soup. The soup is extra cheesy and the sandwich is nicely toasted. The sweet tea is the best part because it is made just like my mom's homemade tea. 

Most of the time you can make it out of McAlister's under $10 unless you chose to get an appetizer. Although if you are able to spurge on the appetizer (or spilt with a friend) I recommend the nacho basket. The basket comes loaded with chips and a salsa queso dip that is heavenly. 

The McAlister's is about 10 minutes from Queens off of Park Road. 

Click HERE to view their full menu.

Moe's Monday!

One of my favorite Monday meals is at Moe's Southwest grill. I walk in on Monday afternoon and am greeted with loud "Welcome to Moe's!" This greeting gets annoying when you are dinning in, but when you are on the go, it is really welcoming.  Many of the staff seems happy to serve you, but when they get busy they can be a kind of short. 

Moe's Monday is a special that offers burritos for $5.59. If you don't go on Monday, you can still get out of Moe's under $10. 

I enjoy the chicken burrito, but they have many other options. The Moe's closest to Queens can be easily overlooked by all the other restaurants and botiques on the busy East Blvd. However, it would be a mistake to miss out on this place. 

Moe's offers: 

-Burritos

-Tacos

-Quesadilla

-Nachos

-Salads

-Stacks

-Burrito Bowls

Click HERE to checkout their full menu. 

The great thing about Moe's is you are able to customize every order! I love my burrito filled with rice, lettuce, corn salsa, sour cream, jalapenos, cheese, and other things that I am sure I am forgetting. 

Something different that Moe's offers is their drink machine. You can customize your drink. It offers coke products, but you can get basically any drink you want. I like vanilla coke. 

Which Wich for Sandwiches

I feel like today there are many different places to get a sandwich (or sub) that it can be difficult to make a decision. One of the main reasons I like Which Wich is the customer is able to customize their order and can do it quickly. 

For example, you walk in the door (sometimes you're greeted) and pick your sandwich bag.  On the bag you check off the type of bread you want, condiment, cheese, and more. Once your wich is the way you want, walk up to the counter, order, and pay. It is literally that simple. But beware, if you go during lunch hour (typically around 12), there will be a long line to order.  

My favorite wich is the Turkeywich (pictured below), so I choose the #1 bag. Once I get my bag and a red marker, I start scribbling away and load up my which with with works. Their meats are not slimy like some sandwich shops. 

Since I'm from the south I have a taste for cole slaw, and Which Wich has some good slaw, nice and sweet. They top off the wich with some 1000 Island dressing and I feel like I am eating in heaven and all for under $9. This price also includes chips and regular size fountain drink. 

Click Here to see Which wich you would get.

The only problem I have had at Which is with the customer service. Sometimes you can tell the workers do not want to be there, but hey we all have our bad days. 

Many of the store's hours are 10am-9pm. There are a total of three locations in Charlotte, but there are two within 10 minutes of Queens. On is off Woodlawn Road, and the other is off Metropolitan Avenue.  

Tijuana Flats

Feeling like Mexican with a twist? Then checkout Tijuana Flats. They offer your favorite Mexican dishes like tacos, enchiladas, chimichangas, and quesadillas. All the entrees are topped with black olives, jalapenos, onions lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream and cheese. All orders can be customized. Check out their full menu HERE. 

Tijuana Flats offers a great environment with low tone color lights and a graffiti themed walls.   

This trip to Tijuana Flats resulted in the consumption of a chicken chimichanga with a side of queso and a drink for a few cents over $10. 

If you are looking for a great deal check out Tijuana Tuesdaze! Get two tacos, chips and drink for $5.49 any Tuesday.

Hours are Sunday 11am-9pm and Monday-Saturday 11am-10pm.

JJ's Red Hots!

Looking for a great place to eat for under $7? Well JJ's Red Hots is your place to go. Seriously, chips, a hot dog (probably the best hot dog I've ever had) and a drink for $6.49 after tax! Talk about eating out on a college budget. 

That beauty is the JJ's "No.1" Red Hot Combo. The dog is garnished with JJ's Hot Relish, onions, mustard, and (my favorite) a pickle spear. 

The "No.1" isn't JJ's only speciality hot dog. They have a wide variety of others, and if you can't decide on one, you can create your own. They also offer sausage dogs, onion rings, and nachos. Check out the menu for yourself HERE. 

JJ's Red hot is located in the Dilworth area at 1514 East Blvd, which is a short walk, or drive from the Queens main campus and Freedom Park.

Another great thing about this "hot dog joint" (as they refer to it), is they have rooftop seating! This is a great place to go hangout and enjoy the beautiful weather Charlotte usually has to offer. 

Need a good bite on the go? JJ's even has a take out window for when you're hungry and on the move. Eat with caution because these buns come stuffed with all your favorite toppings. 

Hours are Monday-Friday and Sunday 11am-8pm and Saturday 11am-9pm. 

Their phone number is 980-225-8880