McAlister's Deli will open its doors in Fort Oglethorpe at 2675 Battlefield Parkway at 10:30 a.m. on Monday.
"Known for its genuine hospitality, McAlister’s Deli is home to handcrafted sandwiches, always-fresh salads, giant stuffed spuds, and McAlister’s Deli Famous Sweet Tea," officials said.
To celebrate opening day, McAlister’s Deli in Fort Oglethorpe will offer the first 100 guests in line to purchase an entree free tea for a year punch cards. (One tea per week.)
“We are thrilled to bring McAlister’s handcrafted sandwiches, family-friendly atmosphere and genuine hospitality to Fort Oglethorpe,” said Michael Hayes, owner of McAlister’s in Fort Oglethorpe.
“We look forward to opening our doors and serving our new community.”
The restaurant will also host a Community Heroes dinner on Friday from 5-8 p.m. This special invite is for area nurses, firefighters, police officers, first responders and military personnel (must provide proof of employment - valid ID or badge).
McAlister’s Deli in Fort Oglethorpe will serve guests daily from 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. For more information, call the restaurant at 706-841-0061, or visit us on the McAlister's Deli – Fort Oglethorpe Facebook page.
Officials said, "McAlister’s guests always have the opportunity to skip the line by placing their order through the new McAlister’s app and rewards program. Download and sign up today for a free tea. McAlister’s also offers a variety of fresh, made-to-order catering options including breakfast, snacks, spud bars, salads, sandwich trays, box lunches and desserts, and always comes with a side of genuine hospitality. Whether it’s for one person or one hundred, a business meeting or a family reunion, they can cater a feast to please any crowd."
McAlister’s is recognized in the top 50 of the 2019 “Entrepreneur Franchise 500” and in the top three of “Entrepreneur’s Top Food Franchises: Sandwiches.” In 2018, Time Money ranked McAlister’s #9 in the outlet’s “15 best fast-casual restaurant chains in the U.S. for your money.” McAlister’s is also ranked in “The QSR 50” for 2018, as well as Fast Casual’s “Top 100 Movers & Shakers.” In 2017, Restaurant Business ranked McAlister’s as one of “America’s Best Fast-Food Chains” and QSR named McAlister’s as one of their “Best Franchise Deals.” In 2016, McAlister’s was highlighted by Restaurant Business as the #2 “Consumer Favorite Fast Casual Chain” and by CNBC.com as “America’s Favorite Sandwich Shop.”