Newk's Eatery — Restaurant in Shreveport

I like the food at Newks, but it's always super busy and the workers are not as attentive as they should be. Also, you have to tip BEFORE you receive your food, which is retarded because what if you receive bad service? I hate places that force you to tip before. I know for a fact that everyone there makes at least minimum wage, not $2.50 (or whatever a waiter makes). But, I am a nice person so I still tip. Last night was the worst experience I have ever had. It was an hour until closing (not 10 min) and there were only 10 groups of people in the restaurant). I had came inside and ordered mine to go (TO GO!) and waited on a chair. I am normally a very patient person. I had been waiting for 30 MINUTES!! The guys in the kitchen were just chit chatting (one girl kept having to repeat orders to him-seemed like she and one other person were actually doing their job). I even started to look upset and NO ONE ASKED me if I was okay or if I was waiting on an order. I finally get my order to leave super PISSED and I get home to see that one of my orders was wrong (iof course my own freaking order) I normally check my food beforehand, but I was just ready to leave! It's a to go order, it should be quicker than everyone else that are sitting in the restaurant and it shouldn't take that long if the place isn't even that busy! And the mac and cheese was cold. So needless to say, I don't know if I will be coming back, because that was ridiculous. I finally get my food for it to not even be satisfying because it was wrong. And for the employees to not even be attentive to a customer sitting on a chair for 30 minutes is...

I recently indulged in Newk’s Eatery’s Blue Cheese Steak Salad and Soup Combo, and it left me utterly impressed. Here’s why it deserves a glowing five-star review:

🥗 Blue Cheese Steak Salad: The marriage of tender steak strips with crisp greens was a symphony of flavors. The blue cheese crumbles added that delightful tang, and the vinaigrette tied it all together. A hearty yet refreshing salad that hits the spot.

🍲 Soup Sensation: The accompanying soup was a revelation. Creamy, comforting, and brimming with goodness. Whether it was a classic tomato bisque or a hearty chicken noodle, Newk’s knows how to elevate soup to an art form.

🔥 Perfect Pairing: The combo struck the right balance—satisfying without being overwhelming. It’s the kind of meal that leaves you content and ready for the rest of the day.

👨‍🍳 Craftsmanship: You can taste the care that goes into each dish. Newk’s chefs are culinary wizards, turning simple ingredients into memorable experiences.

In summary, Newk’s Eatery’s Blue Cheese Steak Salad and Soup Combo is a must-try. Whether you’re a salad aficionado or a soup enthusiast, this combo...

Three stars because of customer service. What good is it to eat good food, but have a bad emotional experience with the service. The food is good, but this place has young managers who are not customer oriented. For example, one of the managers was upset with me because I ordered an all spinach salad which I order everywhere I go because spinach has more nutritional value. Is it to hard for a manager to honor that request and just charge me for an upgrade if spinach cost more than lettuce! Another example, was the fact that they only give military discount to active duty and not veterans, but the website says otherwise. The manager on duty at the time was short and blunt to my wife when it was originally discussed. A few minutes later, she came back into the take out waiting area and told my wife that some cashiers give it but others don’t. Keep in mind that this statement came from a manager. Just saying that if you want my money then act like you want it!

Update: We went to Newks in Bossier City, LA, and they gave me the military discount...