We had dinner at ClarkeBros over in Riverside this evening. They're at 2545 Riverside Avenue, right across from St Vincent with parking available at the side of their entrance. This is one of those places that we love but haven't been to in far too long. We both tried things that were new to each of us tonight as well, which was cool. I ordered The Ole Smokie, with everything on it and choose cheddar cheese. My first thought when it was brought to the table was "oh, I'll probably have to go at this with a fork & knife" but I decided to give it a shot as intended. I'm glad I did because the bread held up surprisingly well! As far as ingredients go, the brisket was good and smokey. There was a good mix of everything else and more than enough cheddar. My wife ordered the Chicken Cheesesteak. She also had a choice of cheese and she picked whizz. The thing that separates this from what people might expect is that it's chunks of chicken, not shredded chicken. She said that's not a bad thing at all, just a change from what some might exoect. She thought it was a welcome change. She liked their cheese whizz a lot and liked the roll as always, so she was glad she tried it. It's worth noting that both sandwiches were big enough that we both took half of each home. I didn't get the name of the two people that were working there this evening, but I'd still like to give then a shout out. They were both incredibly patient with the customers ahead of us and they didn't make us feel rushed even though we were there fairly close to the time they close on Friday evenings. Another good visit to Clarke Bros. Here's hoping it doesn't take us so long to get back here again for the next visit! read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Rode up here this afternoon after the lunch rush. Not many folks inside, open seating, easy to take a look at the menu and the specials without feeling rushed. Ordered at the front counter and was greeted by a friendly young lady... good start. I went in planning to get the muffaleta off the specials board. They checked on it, but no luck... they were out of the cuts needed. I was pointed toward the Italian, but my buddy already grabbed that and I felt like being different. Noticed another special on the wall, a smoked brisket sandwich. Can't remember the exact name, but that's what I went with. Instead of chips or their homemade tots, I grabbed the balsamic roasted brussel sprouts as an appetizer. Tables weren't the cleanest and were a little wobbly, but nothing deal-breaking... we made it work. Food came out pretty quick and looked solid. Flavor-wise... a little mixed. The brussel sprouts were very flaky and leafy, almost crumbled apart. You really had to work your fork to get a bite. I was picturing larger roasted halves. Sauce was fine, nothing bad, nothing special. I'd give those a 3 out of 5. The brisket sandwich was interesting. The meat was very fatty and kind of tough to chew through. Not sure if that's just the cut or the prep. I ate about three-quarters of it. It wasn't bad, just didn't hit the way I hoped. Probably still thinking about that muffaleta. Another 3 out of 5. I'd come back, no doubt... but next time I'm sticking with what they're known for. Those cheesesteaks always look great, and that's probably the move. Today was about trying something different, and I'm glad I did... even if it didn't knock my socks off. read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Warmly welcomed when we walked in the door. Owner was sandwich experimenting but stopped when we mentioned our first time visit. Easily decided on the Duuuval Cheese Steak - with Philly cheese, onions & peppers! The flavors were amazing and the bread perfect accompaniment. Also went with homemade tator tots with bacon & cheddar mix ... outstanding dipped in honey mustard. Second sandwich was sliced brisket ... not a personal favorite ... I was torn and really wanted the special potato waffle and fried chicken ... or the Cuban ... or the Club ... lots to go back and try!! Would definitely recommend! read more

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Came here during lunch time on a Tuesday. It was very busy and a long wait. When it was time to order, they were mostly out of everything. I got the Reuben with pastrami and the wings. Both of these were very good. My husband ended up getting a chicken club or something because they were out of the two the things he wanted to try. He also ordered the bacon and cheese tots. His food items were very bland , no seasoning. He did not enjoy it. Overall it was ok, maybe it was the rush. read more

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Philly Cheese Steak hit the spot! And the onion rings were really delicious. Another social media win- our local FB groups that shout out local businesses delivered another win. Order at counter and food came out quickly. Great little lunch spot! read more

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Stopped in for a quick lunch on our way to other adventures and... how have I lived in Jacksonville without hearing a single whisper about this place?! Clarke Bros is the definition of an old-school, classic sandwich shop...the kind that feels like it's been feeding happy locals forever. Pretty sure one of the actual Clarke brothers made our sandwiches (I should've asked, he was a delight), and the service was amazing from both him and the cashier. We arrived right at open, so most folks were grabbing takeout, and for a few minutes we practically had the place to ourselves. Great vibes, great conversation, zero rush...just a genuinely welcoming spot. Now... the food. Calling these "sandwiches" doesn't feel adequate. Architectural marvels might be closer. When I first saw the prices I thought, "Okay, a little high for a sandwich." Then the sandwiches came out and I immediately took it back. For the amount of sandwich you get? Absolutely fair. These things are huge... like, "I needed a strategy and a game plan" huge. I got the Club on sourdough, and every single bite had the perfect balance of everything. Fresh, well-layered, and satisfying in that nostalgic sandwich-shop way. I also snagged a bite of my friend's Reuben on rye, also a 5 star experience. We also ordered onion rings, and I'm not exaggerating when I say I'm recalibrating my entire understanding of what an onion ring should be. These were fresh, insanely crispy, and somehow still tasted like actual onion inside (a rarity!). All future onion rings will be compared to these. And finally, the gochujang wings: sauced to perfection, flavorful, and just the right amount of kick. I took half my club home because I had to tap out. I'm already excited for my leftover snack. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop in. Clarke Bros Subs is the kind of hidden gem that makes you feel like you stumbled onto something special. Come hungry and leave very, very happy. read more

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Was heading over to Riverside and the plan was to grab lunch before our other event and I suggested we go to Clarke Bros since I had been wanting to go since I heard of it and lucky it was right down the street from where we were going. We arrived right at opening and we greeted by the staff who were very helpful. Let me tell you they have all kinds of options of sub/sandwiches here. They have a main menu with the usually options but they also have signs around the restaurant with specials too so much sure you check out every sign. I will say they have a lot of amazing sounding options on the menu but it was a little chilly this early afternoon so I needed a hot sandwich and I went with the Duuuval Cheesesteak with onions and Cheese Wiz. They do at times have Cooper Sharp as well but their shipment from Philly had not come in yet. I also had to get an order of the Gochujang Wings since they sounded amazing and I don't live in the area so gotta get as much as I can when I am right? The wings came out first and they were very big. You for for sure can't beat 6 for $8. The Gochujang sauce was very tasty. I had the perfect amount of sweetness with the right amount of kick as well. The wings were cooked perfectly and were nice and crispy. These are for sure a must when getting lunch with friends and great for sharing. The Duuuval Cheesesteak came out quickly after and was hue and loaded with Ribeye. I could pick it up or take a bite without meat falling out and that's a very good thing. There was also plenty of cheese which I of course was a fan of. I meat maybe could have used a little more seasoning but this was still a top cheesesteak in Jacksonville. The others sandwiches our group got were also huge they were only able to eat half of their sandwiches because because they were so big. I gotr to try Ashely's Pastrami Reuben and it was great. She also got the Onion Rings and they were some of the best I have had. None of that you take a bite and the whole onion comes out crap. The staff was great and made sure to check in to see how everything was tasting and we of course were loving it. I will for sure make my way back to Clarke Bros Subs next time I'm in Riverside since there are still many sandwiches to try. read more

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One word, Oustanding!!! I've been dying to try this spot since it opened! Everything on the menu looks Amazing. It was hard for me to choose, but I went with the Duval Cheesesteak and Holy Canoli it was Delicious! I also ordered onions rings, cheddar cheese balls and another amazing sandwich that my Fiancée ordered and loved it. Service was fast and awesome. The Ambiance was pretty cool and different kinds of sandwich choices all over the place. So I will say please take your time in looking at every menu inside the establishment. They have their regular menu up top but also have really good choices written in chalk boards. With every bite immediately came another, I wish I could have tried every sandwich on the menu but that will come with many more visits. I HIGHLY recommend Clarke's to anyone that would listen and haven't stopped recommending it to my friends and family! read more

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Philly - 3.8/10: Something between a soggy reheat and a burnt mess. 15 minutes later: stomach pain read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - Duuuuuvaaaaal Cheesesteak The Duval Cheesesteak - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Stopped by here for lunch after a visit to my doctor, had the Reuben it was delicious people behind the counter was super friendly and talkative, quiet atmosphere, ample seating and then all around good time read more

What a gem of a sandwich shop and the real kicker is they make the best cheesecake in Jax. The interior is bright, clean and cute. The staff members were all so friendly and helpful. What to order is the real dilemma, because everything sounded good. We went with brisket filled potato skins, homemade bacon cheddar tots, the Duuuval Cheesesteak and the just made phenomenal cheesecake. You order at the counter, get your drink, select a seat and they bring the food to you. Everything was delicious and made for a perfect Saturday lunch. We will definitely be back and I'll sneak in just for the cheesecake. read more

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Everything was really good the food was fresh portion size was great and the want to point out the service was really awesome they were so friendly and warm and accommodating I would definitely tell you to come by and check them out probably one of the top sandwich shops in Jacksonville read more

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Always a good time coming here. Great food options & fast, friendly service. Clean dining area. One of our favorite places to come. read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - Pulled cheese brisket - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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This place makes delicious subs! The Philly cheese steak is really good just missing some mushrooms and it would be perfect! read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - Philly The Duval Cheesesteak - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I had zero expectations before coming here but any expectations I would have had would have been blow away!!! The food, the service, the atmosphere were all exactly what you want in a local diner! We walked right in and were greeted with a smile and a waft of delicious smelling food. After some deliberation I decided to order the Reuben and onion rings. Everything seems to be made to order and took long enough to start coming out for us to get our drinks and snag some sauces. The onion rings were perfection! The onion to breading ratio was excellent not too much breading and big onions. The batter for the onion rings was also flavorful so I ate some without any sauce. The Reuben was huge and every bite was delicious. The sauerkraut was not over powering but it was present which is just the way I like it. I will absolutely have to go back to Clarke Brothers to try more of their menu because every single thing I saw coming out of the kitchen looked and smelled amazing! read more

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Ordered takeout from inside the restaurant. Got the Italian combo went over to fill my drink and I could tell that things aren't cleaned very well. The sanitizer dispenser you could tell hadn't been cleaned down by the floor things just seemed a little dirty in there. My feet were sticking to the floor. The server was very nice. Brought the sandwich home and ate it. It's kind of boring. The meat was good. The bread was not that great. The sandwich just didn't have a lot of flavor other than the meat. I had some salt and vinegar flavored chips. Wasn't crazy about those either. read more

Stopped into this local sandwich shop across from St Vincent's (Riverside) for a late lunch with my son. This storefront has been a lot of things over the years but I hope it finds its permanent occupant as a sub shop bc the subs are pretty good. Upon arrival today, we were greeted by the staff who allowed us a few moments to look over the blackboard menu (note the big one on the wall is the permanent menu while smaller blackboards near the counter/ register show case daily/ weekly specials). When we were ready, the counter service person helped us figure out our orders and was polite throughout. I opted for the club on white while my son opted for the cheesesteak without peppers. We also got drinks and split a platter of fries (aptly titled Big Ole Platter). You also pick your cheese (provolone for him and cheddar for me). We then grabbed a seat at a booth in the back as the back of the store seemed to be cooler than the front near the door. They also have counter and table seating. Our food was delivered to our table in a timely manner and looked amazing. My son's cheesesteak was the star of the show - it was hot, juicy and delectable. My club was good but it is not a traditional club (think grilled bread and two slices as opposed to three). The ham and turkey were smoked but were a little overpowering when eaten alone (I had to use a knife and fork at times bc the meat was hanging over). Also, the bacon jam seemed more like chopped bacon as opposed to a spread. They serve Pepsi products to drink and the fries were hand cut and tasted good. Throughout the meal, the staff checked on us and made sure that we were having a good visit. Great option for a sandwich in the Riverside area. read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - The Duval Cheesesteak and fries - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Wroth every penny!!! I great spin on traditional sandwiches. I had the Club and it was so tasty and filling. The portions are large and are very shareable, which is what the wife and I should have done. :) read more

I feel the overhype of this place online made it more of a let down than it would have been if I hadn't read hundreds of reviews about it. We had the Duval cheesesteak, and while it was good, it was very salty and didn't seem to have mayo or sauce on it. It wasn't bad but didn't really impress me. read more

Been here a few times and it's a little hard to grasp the hype that I've seen on Facebook and elsewhere. Best thing I tried was the cheesesteak, which was all-around excellent despite being pretty greasy (comes with the territory). Middling were the house made tots, which tasted fine but only came about ten to a $6 order. Not good were the Cubano and the "Miss Piggy" - deluged with sauce so the bread turned to mush and they were impossible to eat; pork belly in the Miss Piggy was not rendered at all, making most of the bites filled with chewy fat; and the Cubano had slices of pure fat in them as well. Prices are very decent and the service is pretty quick. But I'd stick to cheesesteaks (or to Carolina Jax up the block). read more

Parking is challenging unless you are already parked near the hospital. You order at the counter and they delivered to our table. There are a couple tables/counter space and booths. The sandwiches were good for a reasonable price. I would only be in this area if visiting St Vincent hospital. If in the area, you won't be disappointed. read more

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I love this place. Amazing food, friendly service and it is quick. I always get the Duval. The picture I have included is my adventure with the owners guidance. It didn't disappoint. read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - Grilled Cheese with Pork-belly. - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Worthy to be called a cheesesteak. Yes I have lettuce on mine but it's just a personal preference. I still like without it. It's filled to the brim with the amount of meat and cheese they put it in so you get your bang for your buck. The staff is super friendly and ambience is very mom and pop shop typa feel. Still not the best cheesesteak ever but least we have a decent one here in Jax. I give it a 8.2/10 read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Wonderful food and very delightful service. We had the wings, chicken philly sub, tots and onion rings. The young lady at the register had patience as my young son's took thier time looking over the menu. We will be back read more

These sandwiches are not neat! No, they are messy. . They are cheesy gooey goodness, and you will need a lot of napkins. The day I went the place was packed out. It smelt great and service was good. I ordered a Duval cheese steak and a Corn beef sandwich. Both were scrumptious. Their shirts say. Meaty AF! I agree, I could only eat half they were so filling. That has to be the best Corn Beef sandwich I have had in Florida for awhile. They have 15 ish sandwiches to choose from this day and now I will need to try them all..oy.. read more

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Wew.. it's been a busy week! As I settle in with my bogo brew from Publix I remembered I had not reviewed Clarke Brothers. It was Tuesday and after a long work day drinking be to see Andy at Clarke Brothers. It was past lunch so the restaurant was fairly quiet. Andy was busy cooking his deliciousness and my order was taken by a nice young man. I choose "Clarke's Club" as they had me at bacon jam. A side of onion rings because I was starving. I made it through half the sandwich which was filled with ham, turkey, bacon, mushrooms, lettuce, tomato and bacon jam. My taste buds danced and those onion rings with garlic aioli was delicious. The rest was packed for a late night dinner. If you have never been there Clarke's run don't walk. It's that good. Andy and his staff are wonderful and the restaurant so quaint! Thanks Andy for saving me some deliciousness. See you all again soon! read more

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Service was good, employees were friendly. However the food was not good, everything was greasy and oily. Also, many of the items on the menu were not available due to missing ingredients. Restaurant its self was messy not necessarily dirty but, not well organized. I will not be returning. read more

Wasn't impressed with their chicken cheesesteak. Bread was soggy and no seasoning. I will not be trying again. Cashier and cook were polite.

Wow! Stopped by Clarke's accidentally. We walked in thinking it was the previous Asian food place. We decided to stay and give it a try. And we were impressed. I ordered the "full" size Duuval Cheesteaks thinking that it would be a "normal" size sub (instead of the "half" size). It actually ended up being two whole sub rolls about 8 inches each. I ended up taking one of them home for lunch the next day. My friend order the "moink" sandwich and siad it was great. * Duuuval Cheesesteak - bread was grilled and so soft. Full of shredded ribeye steak, onions and light on peppers (as requested) and topped with my choice of cheese (Cheese Whiz). * Moink - brisket (cooked perfectly) and ham that probably might bea meal for two for some people. * Homemade tots - these large tots were great and filled with bacon and cheese. Served with our choice of sauce - garlic aoili - nice and thick Clarke's is on my list to visit again and either get the cheesesteak again or maybe venture out for something different. read more

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Food was absolutely amazing. Simply put the best overall experience ive ever had at a sub shop!! Cheesesteak was phenomenal and the wings are top noch! The prices are insane! They could raise them and he chooses not too. The owner, Andy was amazing! He will never franchise which speaks volumes! In100% recommend this place! Ive read many reviews that always find something to bitch about. This place has none read more

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Do yourself a favor and visit this hidden gem restaurant in Riverside!! Atmosphere is chill and cool, the staff is also really friendly. We were greeted the minute we walked through the door. We told them it was our first time there, and one of the employees told us that we will be back. And he was correct!! The menu is a good size, with daily specials. They know what they're doing and you can tell making the customers happy is their main priority. We ordered the Duval Cheesesteak, Chicken Cheesesteak, Turkey Sandwich, onion rings and homemade cheddar tater tots. You order at the counter, food is delivered to you with a smile. Both the cheesesteaks were hot and delicious, the half size is a full sandwich! Turkey sandwich had fresh sliced turkey, not deli style lunch meat. Love that they had over 6 kinds of cheese to choose from, with fresh lettuce and tomato. The onion rings were hot and crispy. The cheddar tater tots were delicious and cheesy, needed a little salt but would definitely order again. This is a small local restaurant with great service, food, and overall experience! Can't wait to go back! read more

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Great service and we got a discount of three dollars for ordering two of the same subs We got the Duval cheesesteak A lot meat and we made it a combo with chips and a drink So unless you are starving I would stick with that Definitely will be back read more

Do you ever just walk into a restaurant and get good vibes? That was definitely my experience walking into this cool, conveniently located spot. I've been twice now and both times the service has been extraordinary. It seems like the people working here really like what they do and stand by the quality of their food. I opted for "a whole sandwich" my first time around, not knowing it was basically going to be two hearty sub "halves" about 9" each! Way too much food for me in one go around. I've ordered the Duval cheesesteak both times and it was delicious! I also got their house wings which is tossed in their take on a sweet, savory Korean style sauce. Very tasty! I've also tried their house-made potato balls and they too are quite yummy. All in all, this place understands what it means to be local and exceptional, and I definitely will be coming back. read more

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The staff here are so friendly and you can tell that they have so much pride in their work. They eagerly greet you at the counter and help guide your selections based on your preferences. Everything is cooked to order as well so you can pretty much customize your sub however you like. We tried their signature Duval Cheesesteak, the pastrami sandwich, and a side of their bacon cheddar tots. The cheesesteak had a generous portion of house-shaven ribeye, onions, peppers, and cheese (we opted for provolone) all served in a pillowy French Pantry roll. You can also add other toppings if you like (we're not in Philly so pile on what you like!). The pastrami sandwich had thick slices of pastrami. I appreciate the thicker slices because you can truly tell the quality of the meat better. Their bacon cheddar tots are housemade came out piping hot and were great with the sandwiches. Their about the size of a golf ball and were crispy on the outside while tender on the inside. I shall surely return to try their other menu items. I was eyeing another person's order of gochujang chicken wings and fried confit chicken sub so those are next on my list. I believe Clarke Brothers Subs has the potential to become a JAX institution if they keep up the friendly atmosphere and the great product! read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - Housemade cheddar bacon tots - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

World class service at a neighborhood delay shop. Meats cut daily and huge sandwiches. 4 sandwiches and drinks for under $47. read more

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Super smoky inside but otherwise amazing food. Quick service and friendly workers. It's my first visit but it won't be my last. read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - The Duval Cheesesteak. Delicious - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

The customer service here is great! However, it's so hot and smokey when you come in, the prices aren't horrible, but the food... I'm not too big on hot subs, maybe toasted bread, but my sub was hot and super greasy like it was everywhere. I ordered a turkey sub but it reeked of pork grease and oil, I ended up throwing it away and honestly blame myself for trying. If you eat cheesesteaks that might be a different story but not for me, never again. read more

How cool is this place and the guys behind the counter. The sandwiches are as if you were making them yourself with all the ingredients that you would put on it. Bread was fresh and the meat had the flavor in every bite. Good deli table and counter set up. Will be back for the Italian. read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - Muffellatta - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

We had a little one in the hospital for 2.5 weeks. During our stay at the hospital, we ordered or came to eat here 4 times, it's that good. The sauce they put on this sandwich and wings is awesome, but everything we've ordered here has been super good! Fresh, homemade ingredients. Highly recommend if you're in the area! Don't let them not having a website or menu online fool you, this place is great. read more

Clarke Brothers Subs - This ain't buffalo sandwich - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

The service was excellent and the food was bomb! I wanted something light today, so opted for a sandwich; however, I ended up with way more (that's my greedy spirit). Anyhow, I'm glad I added the Tater tots and wings because both were top tier. The wings were literally the best I've had, and I'm a lemon pepper girly. Never thought I'd make a confession to the contrary. read more

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