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McGurkee's J P Sandwich Shop
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 11 am - 6 pm
Sat 11 am - 4 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
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$
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
29 reviews for McGurkee's J P Sandwich Shop
Review Highlights
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"The sesame bread was terrific." In 3 reviews -
"The French dip was invented in Los Angeles." In 3 reviews -
"Some of the best subs in AZ." In 4 reviews
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29 reviews in English
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Review from Francesca H.
Phoenix, AZ
1/6/2012 1 Check-in Here
I am a big sandwich fan!!! These are delish! The sesame bread is the best. It has a light crust with the perfect give and soft interior. Parking is horrible, but it's worth it to find someplace to park. My fiancé LOVED the roast beef, and he is not a sandwich person.
The decor is cute, and the service is super friendly. If you love sandwiches, try it. It's better than any chain I have tasted. -
Review from Aimee H.
4/10/2012 1 Check-in Here
Awesome sandwiches!
We stopped in for dinner last night. He was craving an Italian sub and I was just plane hungry. We were both equally satisfied!
Apparently they have been there for like 40 years or some thing and have sold millions of their Super Italian Sub, impressive. It was tasty too. I can totally understand why they are so sought after. I mean if you are able to keep your business for over 40 years you must be doin something right. I love their sub rolls too, perfectly toasted sessamy buns!
They are a simple little shop, with offerings from salads, to pizza (none over $10), to hot or cold subs, calzones, and pasta. Something to please anyone. They also sell beer and wine, simple but sometimes simple is what you really need.
If you are in the area, or even if you aren't, get your butt in there and have some good food! -
Review from Evan G.
Buckeye, AZ
3/7/2012 1 Check-in Here
Great sandwich.. First time there, but plan on returning when in the area... Parking as mentioned is horrible, but the sandwich was excellent.. Especially the bread.
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Review from John K.
Gilbert, AZ
10/3/2011
Friggin epic sandwiches. Pretty busy - parking is a pain. The sandwiches are AMAZING though.
Don't be in a hurry here - takes a good 10-15 minutes to get your order. I don't care - it rules. -
Review from Edward D.
2/3/2012
Very cool place to eat at! Like all of the history, the news paper hanging on the wall near the cash register kept me busy for at least 1/2 hour! Couldn't imagine how it was back then reading about WWII ! Any way! back to the food, I was in the mood for a quick sandwich near work. So I asked for yelp! Once again yelp did it's job!!!! Had a grilled chicken sandwich on sesame seed roll, it was really good! Sandwich is large so plan on taking half back home or share with your buddy? This is definitely a come back location.
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Review from Emily G.
Phoenix, AZ
10/13/2011 3 Check-ins Here
Sandwich Heaven! Believe the hype. This place is fantastic.
Gets packed at Lunch, but worth the wait. I always get the Super Sicilian. Y U M M Y! -
Review from Blaise F.
Phoenix, AZ
8/11/2011 1 Check-in Here
Been coming here since I was but a wee-scout, and my family since they moved to Arizona. I remember when the rafters were dusty, and the place smelled musky (and looked a lot like the 'burger Works used to). I kind of miss those days, but I'm a nostalgic fool.
The food here is amazing. It's a hole-in-the-wall, local known kind of place. A little known fact that we use every time patronizing this wonderful joint: they do call-in orders. Because everything is hand made, and they can be swamped at lunch time, this is a Godsend for a hungry hungry hippo, like myself. -
Review from Jill K.
Phoenix, AZ
6/4/2011 1 Check-in Here
I love the feel of this place. Very cool vibe. It's truly a hidden gem. If you don't know about it, you'd drive right by. It faces 15th Ave and parking is in the back. Just be prepared to drive around the block to find it and you won't be sorry you did. It's worth it!
Let's talk meat. Nice thick slices of meat. They don't skimp round here, y'all and me likee. My fiance and I shared the Super Sicilian and it was enough for both of us plus a side of potato salad, chips, and a green salad. The potato salad is good- nothing fancy just simple yummy goodness. The toasted sesame seed buns are heavenly.The simple salad is a little skimpy for the price tag, it could use some darker leafy goodness or some jazz. But I don't mess around with the salad. I want thick delicious meat and potatoes. That's right. I wear the pants.
Bonus points for serving beer here. Double bonus for serving Moretti instead of Peroni. -
Review from Dan E.
Chandler, AZ
8/31/2011
This place is great as far as local sandwich shops go! The sandwich bread is the unique thing about this place as it has a flavor you can't find anywhere else. It's a little place on the corner that has limited seating and can take a bit longer than a fast food place but that's part of what goes into a good meal. Everything is made to order and it's pretty busy because it's that good... so it takes a little extra time to get your food. Its family owned and the people there are super nice and genuinely want you to enjoy your meal. I've only been coming here for a short time since I've moved into the state and I drive from 30 minutes away just to eat here. One bad review out of 25..and if you read the bad review it sounds like it could be the guy who owns the place down the street that he is talking about?? Anyhow, I would highly recommend!
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Review from Dean-Ryan S.
Surprise, AZ
6/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
Headed downtown to the soon-to-be-new-office with the boss today and had lunch here - he's lived in Phx for decades and recommended this place (although he hadn't been there in many years). I got a Super Sicilian. Absolutely delicious - the sesame bread looked like it would be hard/crunchy but it was soft and tasty. If I had to offer up any criticisms it would be 1) the fact that it inexplicably took something like 10 mins to make our sandwich - it just looked like it had been toasted, nothing else I could think of should have made it take that long, and 2) the sandwich was too small *8-) My mistake, of course. I got a whole, and could easily have downed two of those. Taste wise it's equivalent IMO to the "all-American grinder" at Uncle Sam's, except with the latter you can also get jalapenos. Will definitely return here once our office shifts downtown, but next time I'll get a sub and a half, methinks!
PS: Parking? The boss just parked his Ram 2500HD and toy trailer around the corner on the street in front of someone's house. No problem and no parking meters. (shrug) -
Review from Nadia C.
5/27/2008
When work is looking like a crap day, all I need is a sandwich from here, or a salad to put me back in a good mood. The greek salad with chicken to be exact.
Subs sandwiches are served toasted on really good bread rolls. The tuna is one of my favs.
There isn't a lot of seating but enough. It can get busy around lunch time so I always recommend going for a late lunch--- around 1/1:30pm. -
Review from Matt L.
Phoenix, AZ
8/30/2009
So I must have driven by this place like a zillion times on my drive up to "Target-to" at Spectrum, and it was finally when a buddy of mine told me how good this place was that I finally decide to give it a shot.
He recommended the toasted turkey sub with the sesame bread - very specifically the sesame bread. So, sure enough, I give it a whirl, and you know, he was right. It was a great sandwich. The other choices sounded just as good am I'm sure I'll try 'em. Oh, and the beer choices doesn't hurt towards a good review. -
Review from David I.
Phoenix, AZ
8/21/2011
New menu adds pizza and pasta
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Review from April D.
Phoenix, AZ
7/21/2011
Their SUBS are the BEST!!! I have been eating her for over 25 years and the rest my family for even longer. Some of the best subs in AZ.
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Review from stuart j.
Goodyear, AZ
Updated - 7/7/2010 1 Check-in Here
This has to be one of the very best sandwich places to hit up for lunch in downtown Phoenix! If you havent tried this place you have got to give yourself some time and come on down!
There was a group of us the other day for lunch. A few of us had the Super Sicilian, including myself. The bread is just just barely toasted, light and easy to eat with bubbling melted cheese a top of bed of lettuce and tomatos and a light italian dressing. Each sandwich is made with high quality ingrediants. The meats are just incredible with strong flavours and compliment each other very well and the result is excellent!
The only disappointment here was that some got a half sandwich instead of a full! 4$ for a half, and 7$ for a full, you just cant beat the flavours and quality for that price!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/5/2010
Found this place on accident looking for a new sandwich place downtown. I have been here quite a few… Read more »
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Review from Frances L.
Los Angeles, CA
10/25/2010
I'm surprised this place doesn't get more Yelp love. It's a solid sandwich place right next to the Phoenix College campus and Encanto Park. I used to love getting a great toasted sub here (way better than Subway and the other sub shops in town) and walking over to the little lake to watch ducks in the afternoon. Nice people, cute little space with bug wooden booths. Vegetarian? They've got a good veggie sammy for you too. Short hours though. Keep the order simple and you can't go wrong. Oh, and to Vincent H-- the supposed Chicago-French Dip expert? The French dip was invented in Los Angeles.In your book, doesn't that make my sandwich opinion more valuable than yours?
Listed in: Valley of the Sun: Phoenix, AZ
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Review from Chantie F.
Tempe, AZ
5/30/2011 1 Check-in Here
If you have time for lunch, the sandwich was excellent. We got there at 11:30, and our to go took almost 30 minutes. I got the Turkey, and the toasted sesame seed bun was awesome! I tried their potato salad, but didn't really care for it as it was pretty sweet. If they take ahead orders, then that is the way to go.
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Review from Jon K.
1/7/2011
An Italian sub shop with an Irish name, you gotta like that. The subs are very tasty as well as affordable and the service is fast and friendly. The location is a bit odd and the parking lot might eat your car but the dining area is unique and pleasant. I have been a few times and will continue frequenting when I'm in the area.
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Review from Vincent H.
Phoenix, AZ
8/7/2010
Place sucks. I am from Chicago and I know a thing or two about great sandwich's. This place however, does not!! They can't even make a simple French dip here. The meat was dry and bland they had the attention span of a fly and the place was empty. I should have known. But it is a local business and I wanted to do my part. My part has been done and I will not eat here ever again. The food is worse then subway. I mean I wanted a great sandwich but what I got was a lack luster sandwich made with bitterness and shame rather then love. And you can tell with one bite. Do yourself a favor get a sandwich down the street at sack's better food better bread and better quality meats for sure and service with a smile. Trust me on this this place is an epic failure. Sorry but jp is bs.
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Review from Andrew C.
Phoenix, AZ
6/20/2008
McGurkee's, Im going to make this short my new found friend....Mad deliciousness is over-come at an even more delicious price. It's got this weird Irish Pub thing going on, yet it's an Italian Sub Shop. I got the Super Sicilian - $6.50/ whole or $3.45/ half. The toasted Kaiser sub roll is pretty full of goodness on its own. And have fun flagging down a parking place because if its full and Im pretty sure it's full of "local flavor" inside too. The place only seats 12.
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Review from Dan D.
Phoenix, AZ
6/1/2011
Best subs in town...worst parking in Phoenix!! This is a great place for a sub...a regular throwback with great tasting food. If you have not tried it you should, you will not be disappointed.
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Review from Di T.
Phoenix, AZ
2/6/2009 2 photos
I live right by this place and was never sure if it was open or closed BUT don't let that deter you from going in. There is a big tree right in front that makes it a little secluded covering the front door and sign, but I finally walked over the other day and now I can't get enough! It is clean inside and has an older feel due to the oak wood refrigerators behind the counter. I had the Sicilian sub.... the bread was perfectly crunchy toasted to perfection. I'm not sure if I actually took a breath through the whole sandwich! If you are wanting a great sandwich made with TLC definitely give McGurkee's a shot. My staple is Blimpie and Subway, but they don't hold a candle to this place.
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Review from Scott C.
Scottsdale, AZ
2/23/2011
Great place to get a sandwich & a beer!
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Review from Alison W.
Mesa, AZ
9/20/2010 1 Check-in Here
Holy delicousness! I was SO in the mood for a good sandwich....which we all know is few and far between. Everything about this place screamed great sandwich shop. But the best part...the toasted sesame roll. I don't care what kind of sandwich you order off their menu, just get it on that roll. I am so excited for my next sandwich craving so I can go back!
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Review from Rick V.
Surprise, AZ
2/21/2010 2 Check-ins Here
This will be my 20th year since I discovered this place. The cool thing is everybody that works there now, has always worked there. They're always very nice to me and give great service.
I've had a few different things from the menu and have never been disappointed. The French Dip is phenomenal however the one thing that I beg you all to try is the Super Sicilian sandwich. Get it exactly how they make it, dont ask for anything left out or put on extra, just try it one time. I seriously ate it the first 10 years I went there without even trying anything else. It is my favorite sandwich in the world.
This is a Mom and Pop restaurant and has a great cozy feel of it. Its such a great thing to have in a world of Subways and Quiznos where the food is bland and the faces are never the same. I live 40 miles from McGurkees and still make it a point to stop in and get food as often as I can. -
Review from Ana L.
Phoenix, AZ
9/18/2010
Absolutely delicious. Love the decor, the food, the service... hidden gem in Phoenix.
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Review from Stacey I.
Monrovia, CA
6/2/2010
I ordered two chicken Mediterranean sandwiches to go. Made with roasted chicken breast, feta cheese, lettuce. Service was great, food was yummy. The sesame bread was terrific! My only complaint was it took them close to half an hour to make the food. It did not seem to be that busy when I placed my lunch order. Would love to go back.
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Review from Mary T.
Phoenix, AZ
3/16/2011
I LOVE JP McGurkee's!! I've been going there since I went to West High in the early 1970's. We'd get a sandwich and go to Encanto Park. Now my teenage son loves the place too - a bbq chicken sandwich fan. We always stop there when we are in the neighborhood. The owners are very friendly and will accommodate you any way they can. If I could give it more than a 5 star rating I would. You owe it to yourself to try this place - YUM!!!
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Review from Courtney H.
Phoenix, AZ
12/11/2008
McGurkee's is hands down the best sandwich shop in Arizona. This is a family run business which has really hit the nail on the head. Their toasted bread is marvelous. Try the Super Silician, Tuna, Pastrami and the JP Turkey to begin with but you can't go wrong with any of the choices. I eat there with one of my family members at least once a week. If it were located in my work territory I would eat there everyday. Check out the Ham & Cheese- I think I am becoming addicted to this sandwich!
