We’ve got a bunch of hungry Web Monkeys here at Logic Web Media, so bananas aren’t usually our top choice for lunch. It’s rare that we don’t order out from one of the many places in our area. In fact, some of their employees recognize us by name and phone number when we call with our order. What can I say? We are loyal diners. In the interest of giving credit where it is deliciously due, the staff and I decided to share our top 8 favorite lunchtime spots. 8 may seem like a lot, but trust me, we narrowed it down by a considerable margin.
We are listing these awesome places in order of distance from our office; so we are not technically playing favorites. However, we have included a banana rating system to show how much we like them!
= Bangin’!
= Nom!
= Pretty tasty.
= Does this taste funny to you?
= Can I speak to a manager?
Greek Grill
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When we want authentic Greek cuisine, we don’t have to think twice, Greek Grill is the place to go. They offer specials that are updated daily, and have a wide selection of items. Creamy delicious hummus, veal souvlaki, and their famous lemon potatoes are some of our top choices.
Staff Picks:
Annie: “Greek salad topped with chicken gyro”
Kevin: “The Falafel wrap and Greek Pizza are both absolutely delish!”
Dix Hills Diner
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Everything you want in a diner is available at the Dix Hills. Every time we order, the courteous staff gets lunch ready quickly for our busy, hungry Monkeys! Great food and service make this a Logical choice for us!
Staff Picks:
Joey: “ Any lunch special because they provide boat loads of food and an extravagant selection of deserts!”
Brendel’s Bagels & Eatery
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From sunrise to sunset, Brendel’s Bagels & Eatery has a meal in mind for you. They serve up delicious kettle bagels with an extensive variety of cream cheeses as well as hot griddle breakfasts. If you’re ordering lunch, their selection of “designer” wraps and paninis are very tasty. The “Create Your Own Chopped Salad” is great too, as Brendel’s gives you a wide selection of ingredients and doesn’t charge too much for extras.
Staff Picks:
Kristine: “The JR Special Panini, cole slaw on the side”
Adam: “The wrap with turkey, mushrooms, spinach, honey mustard and muenster cheese. Any place that has muenster is okay in my book!”
Sapsuckers
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Home of the Alabama Sloppy Slammer rib sandwich, Sapsuckers serves up a delicious array of pub style appetizers, entrees, and sandwiches. The homemade pierogies or a griddled cheese can always get us through the afternoon slump!
Staff Picks:
Adam: “I like their organic fried chicken.”
Joey: “Hummus or homemade pierogies all day.”
Ting
If you’re feelin’ fusion, Ting is the way to go. The menu features a great amount of food for their lunch specials, so that’s certainly a value. The thing about Ting is not only their great traditional Japanese cuisine, but their in-house creations as well. Specialty sushi rolls like the Godzilla, the pineapple fried rice, and the Tuna Pizza are only a few of the unique options you’ll find on the menu. Ting provides beautiful dining atmosphere and a fantastic meal at reasonable prices.
Staff Picks:
Kevin: “The butternut squash soup with the coconut shrimp is crazy tasty!”
Roast Sandwich House
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Sandwiches are made with passion and conviction over at Roast. The sammy specialists at Roast believe wholeheartedly in all-natural whole roasted meats that are free of antibiotics and added hormones. The buffalo chicken sandwich and roast beef blt are absolutely incredible. Everything is made fresh to order at Roast, including their selection of house made artisan bread. They don’t skimp on soups and sides either, offering a delicious butternut squash soup with pecan jam and maple, as well as sweet potato tots with cinnamon sugar.
Staff Picks:
Annie: “Anything. Literally anything. With a side of their brussel sprouts.”
Joey: “The braised brisket grilled cheese, also love their creativity when it comes to creating weekly/daily specials-they like to think out of the box when concocting meals”
Batata
Batata is by far one of our most frequented lunch spots. The menu features a little something for everyone, from breakfast and lunch specials, to innovative wraps and soups. The daily specials are always tempting for the palate and the pocketbook, and feature new creations by the chef that aren’t found on the main menu. All of Batata’s bread and pastry selections are baked freshly in house, including their fresh fried potato chips which compliment any wrap or sandwich. The beverage selection is nothing to sneeze at either, as they offer freshly brewed teas, coffee specialties, fresh juices and smoothies.
Staff Picks:
Kevin: “I am obsessed with the Red Tuscan wrap. So good.”
Joe S.: “Batata Cobb Salad all day.”
Aunt Chilada’s
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Mexican and more can be found at Aunt Chilada’s. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic enchilada, a hot burrito, or even a traditional sandwich, they’ve got the option for you. Thinking outside of the box is what makes Aunt Chilada’s a bit more special than your typical Mexican grill. They feature a fantastic section of low-carb options, specialty wraps and sandwiches, and all day breakfast burritos to start your day at anytime. The menu here has a choice for everybody, which is good news for our hungry monkeys!
Staff Picks:
Joey: “Nachos in a pizza box.”
Kristine: “The Avocado Breakfast Wrap!”
Food is no “monkey business” to us, but you could probably already tell. These restaurants have been great to us. We really are lucky to have so many cool local eateries. Check them all out, you will not be disappointed!