The Sheik

we live in an area that some may consider a food desert, or at least we do, as we have been less than happy with most of our local restaurants. First, this is a fast food restaurant so take that for what that is. We've eaten here at least 10 times and come probably once a month for either the burgers or the steak in a sack. The frequency with which we return to a fast food restaurant says all that needs to be said, the burgers are good if not great, and I love the seasoning on the fries. My wife is the one who usually gets steak in a sack so I'll defer to her. We always get the cherry limeade, which honestly needs much more lime, but the drink is huge, so after we add our own lime juice, we get at least two drinks out of it. Prices are on par with most other fast food restaurants if not a little bit more, as it's usually between $9 to $10 per combo. i've seen a lot of prior reviews with issues about the service, I can only say that I have always had prompt/friendly from the service from the employees here, granted I usually come during lunch or when there is not a rush or right before closing, but frankly I'll take the service here over any other of the local fast food chains. In terms of ambience, it's only a drive-through so there is no real ambience per se. We will definitely be back - perhaps even today as I'm craving their burger!

I'm sorry to report; but it's true , their customer service is awful. The employees are miserable and act inconvenienced when a customer presents him/herself. Lastly, any and every other Sheik is monumentally better than this one. The quality of food is poor , prepared very sloppy, and made half fast. It's hard to believe that this restaurant is still fairly new. It really is a well deserved 1 star.

A new restaurant in Maccclenny! It's like winning the food lottery. So a word of caution, not only is this place super busy right now, but when the line gets backed up it goes out to the street. Please be cautious when driving near the restaurant. So because of the ridiculous line of cars, I decided to park in the back and do a walk up order. After checking out the menu I decided to go with a steak in a sack. I'm not sure what made me get this since I'm a cheese steak snob, but the picture on the menu sucked me in. I told the girl at the window that I wanted the #5 (steak in a sack, fries and drink). She looks at me, puts her head down and then shakes it. I said, you don't know what the #5 is do you? She laughed and said no. It was kind of funny and they're still new, so I cut her some slack. The steak comes with onions, but you can add cheese (Swiss or American), peppers and mayo for no extra charge. I appreciated that since I'm a cheapskate. I sat for probably 10 min and the food was ready. Before giving me my food, I was asked if I wanted seasoning on my fries. I was worried what the seasoning was so they gave me a side of it in a little cup. Score!The food - fries were delicious. They had almost like a batter on them, which I love! I dipped the fries in the seasoning and I enjoyed it. Tasted like good old seasoning salt, but it was a nice touch to make the fries a little different. The steak in a sack was pretty alright. I added cheese and mayo because, well, that's how you eat a cheesesteak. The pita bread was soft and held together well. It had a decent amount of meat. It lacked seasoning though and that was my only complaint. Prices are decent, food was pretty good. I'll definitely come back and try some other items on the menu. Happy to have a new option in Macclenny!

The have rats. And roaches/bugs. On 08/22/22 they had an F from the inspector, magically on 08/24 they got rid of the rats and roaches. Sorry, but that doesn't actually happen. What they did, was quickly clean up before the inspector came back. They only did that for a month, until 02/21/2023, in which they received a "B" for failing to regulate temperatures for food and also unsanitary conditions. Avoid this place unless you enjoy being sick.

The only reason they got a 1 star review is because that it the lowest that I could give. This experience was horrible. I pulled my steak in a sack out of the bag and the grease poured out all in my truck. The whole sandwich is completely ruined by grease. Disgusting!!

I been going to the sheik sine I was in High school. Mostly In Orange Park. The food burger there are good. Never had an issue. The best part is every order is made to order.

This hovered on a Two-Star, but the fries are good and the portions are generous. However, I like everything on my sandwich, and you get the bare minimal unless you ask for extras. Seems a bit cheap on their part. I also got Pita bread when I specifically said a Sub. There is no personalizing, apparently. Hey I don't mind paying extra if I can get something other than dry bread, lettuce and tomato. They could also give the employees some enthusiam training, like "don't stare dully at the customer," or worse yet "don't act like the customer is wasting your time." A smile once in awhile would be appreciated.There are plenty of food options in Macclenny, and I've decided to spend my sandwich dollars where I can get a "Fully Involved" meal to enjoy on the way home. This ain't it.

I bought a tuna fish salad today. When I got home to find that the lettuce was old, brown, wilted and could not be eaten. I threw the salad away. I've supported The Sheik from the get-go and was surprised to find this condition. I don't like to do a bad review, but I could not find a telephone number for the business in Macclenny. I feel they need a phone number to be available for the public to connect their business. I'm sure this salad was just over looked because this business has been excellent with their ingredients and has always been fresh. Will I buy From them again? Of course I will, but I will look at what's given to me before leaving. The Shiek in Macclenny has been a good vendor. We all make mistakes, don't we????

I'm pretty sure it would kill them to actually make what I ask for. Too many times do I ask for something specifically like a steak in the sack with no onions and mushrooms, only for them to just put it on it anyways. Tired of these high school workers that don't care if they get it right or not.

I have worked at the sheik and for the akel family for many of years last week my Mom and children went out for breakfast and the girl working at the counter was nasty and as rude as can be when I asked to speak with a manager I was completely ignored and left with a nasty bit## comment from the black lady at the register I have never seen someone just so nasty in my life and acted like that in front of my family I hope this matter is addressed