Beat the lines with Jason’s Deli’s salad bar

Day or night, big or little, cheap or expensive, home-style or gourmet — we’re on the hunt for whatever you’re craving, whenever you’re craving it.

Scott Holstein Andrew’s 228 Petite Peppered Filet.

LUNCH As anyone who’s lived here more than a minute knows, Tallahasseeans love, love, love to patronize a new restaurant in town. When you add in tasty food and good prices, JASON’S DELI gets very crowded at midday. But you can skip the line and order the all you can eat salad bar at a convenient kiosk with the swipe of a card. With an abundance of greens; pasta, bean and potato salads; and dozens of veggies and toppings, it’s easy to eat your fill. But you can also add a cup (99 cents) or bowl ($1.59) of soup, or a meat ($1.79), to your order. While you’ll find carrots and cucumbers, the array includes some delicious surprises such as hummus and gingerbread mini-muffins. Dessert is also included in the $7.59 price.

ENTREE When a little something is all you want, select the petite peppered filet from the Small Plate menu at ANDREW’S 228. Crispy prosciutto and goat cheese sit atop a small cut-it-with-a-fork-tender filet that shares the plate with 228’s steak sauce and locally sourced greens. Paired with a Caesar salad prepared tableside ($14 for two), it makes the perfect light dinner before a night on the town. $12

SPECIAL TREAT  For lunch, dinner or late night, snack on a savory carolina pulled pork taco topped with gooey chipotle mac ‘n’ cheese — it’s hands down the best item on the MOBI food truck menu. A combination of hearty, spicy, comfort food is rolled into a soft taco and served up hot from the window of the mobile bistro for $3 (cash only, please). Add a side of sweet potato fries for a few bucks more.

Where Do the Chefs Eat?

SAGE A RESTAURANT
Governor’s Club Executive Sous Chef Matt Varn spends his weekends in Paris every time he heads to Sage for “the best brunch in town.” From chicken and mushroom crepes, brioche french toast and creamy asiago omelettes to raspberry jam croissants and creole barbeque shrimp — “you can’t go wrong with anything on their menu. It’s light, fresh French food that isn’t too rich.”