Jackie M’s & Son And A Philly Cheesesteak
Do you know about Jackie M’s & Son?
Here’s how I found out about the place. I love a good Philly cheesesteak, who doesn’t? I was born in Philadelphia. Parents lived in Camden, NJ, but since I was born in Philly, I can claim the cheesesteak as my sandwich.
Here’s how I like my Philly Cheesesteak, bread, steak, cheese. That’s it. No onions. No peppers. Bread, steak and cheese. And the cheese needs to be white cheese. Not yellow. No Cheez-wiz for me.
How I Discovered Jackie M’s & Son
So, when I first got here, in the 80’s, there was a place on Gordon Highway, Dawn’s Philly Cheesesteaks. I went a few times. It was very good. Tasted authentic to me. Dawn then went away. I then discovered a place on Peach Orchard Rd about 15 years ago. Went there a few times. It had some issues and it too eventually closed down. I was telling someone that story when they mentioned Jackie M’s. Hadn’t heard of it. Usually, when a place I haven’t heard of is recommended to me, and I think no one else knows about it, I’m the last to know about it.
So, I tried it for the first time about seven or eight years ago. I’ll admit to being a little put off by the business model. I placed my order and went back to the car to sit and wait. (There’s no indoor dining). It probably took about 40-45 minutes to get my sandwich. I realized sitting in the parking lot, watching cars come and go, that people were phoning in orders and coming to get them. A lot of people were phoning in orders and coming to get them. That’s why my order was taking some time.
Let’s get to the sandwich. It’s great! Having been once, I’d like to think I’m a little savvier now when it comes to ordering. Although I didn’t call ahead, my order yesterday took between 15-20 minutes to arrive. The sign on the window says that they are NOT a fast-food restaurant. Everything is made fresh. It is. It comes to you piping hot and wrapped meticulously in foil.
Here are a few things you should know. If you’re expecting your sandwich to be the size of a Subway and or Firehouse sub, you’ll be disappointed. The bread is seven inches long. You can add more meat if you’d like, but the bread is still seven inches long. Don’t let that deter you. It’s wonderful. Unless you ask to not have onions, you’ll get onions. Again, to me, it’s bread, steak and cheese.
You should also be prepared for the hours of operation. They’re closed on Sundays and Mondays. They’re open Tuesday-Saturday from 11a-2p, and then from 5-8p. Keep that in mind. I got mine with extra meat (gut buster) it was about $10.
You’ve got to go find it. It’s located at 3308 Milledgeville Road in Augusta, just off Wheeless Road, sort of out by Daniel Field.
If you like Philly cheesesteaks, and it’s been a while since you’ve had a really good one, head to Jackie M’s & Son Café & Catering.
Augustans Share 5 Things They Like About Our City
Outdoor Space
There were quite a few Redditors who talked about the beautiful outdoor spaces we have available in the Augusta area. A few mentions included the Augusta Canal Path and River Walk. But you can’t forget about the convenience of the Greeneway just across the river in North Augusta. In addition, there are many activities to enjoy on the water at the lake and river too.
Diversity
One Redditor talked about there being “many Augustas.” This is an interesting way to look at it. But the Redditor talked about the way to enjoy Augusta is to find where you fit. There are so many diverse interests for just about anyone, if you look for it. Of course, there are things for the golfers. But we also have a great selection of local businesses, places for trivia, and breweries to enjoy. And for those interested in an active lifestyle, there are run clubs and gyms. And let’s not forget the military and medical communities.
Ease Of Getting Around
Now for this one, it depends on who you ask and where you’re trying to go and when. But overall, the Augusta area is fairly easy to get around and traffic isn’t as bad as some cities. But, it’s also a city that’s convenient to many other things, like bigger cities such as Atlanta and Charlotte. Plus, you’re just a couple of hours from the beach or mountains.
Art, Culture, And History
We’ve already mentioned a bit about Augusta’s history, but there’s so much more to explore and learn about it. We have great museums, art exhibits, festivals like Arts In The Heart, live entertainment including concerts, the Augusta Symphony, the Augusta Players, Broadway-type shows, ballets, and more.
Cost Of Living
This is another thing that might depend on who you ask. Many people moving from bigger cities (especially from the West or from up North) will tell you that the cost of living here is better. Obviously, inflation has impacted cities everywhere, but overall, Augusta still remains a fairly affordable place to live. And the city continues to grow and bring new business and job opportunities, which can be a pro or a con, depending on how you look at it!
