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Published October 24, 2018 at 1764 × 1290 in

The Sheik Owners Mike and Eli Salameh

I just want to say Thank you! When hurricane Matthew came through Jacksonville and people didn't have any power, the owner and staff pulled together and opened their doors to the public. Most places were closed but not the Sheik on Atlantic. They still gave curtious service with hot food cooked on their gas grill. My family always enjoys their

Wanda J.
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Sandwiches Subs and Giant Burgers � plus homegrown = delicious. Steak in a sack on the side with large seasoned fries. The only burgers we eat in Jax.

Ed W.
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The Sheik made for the perfect tailgate for the Jags game!!!! Delicious food and I would highly recommended!!! A+++

Sarah W.
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I am a very big fan of The Sheik Sandwiches. I think they have the best pitas in all of Jacksonville. It's my #1 spot for breakfast and I'll take a Camel Rider any day of the week.

Jesse P., Jacksonville
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My favorite thing at The Sheik is the Steak in a Sack, for sure. I love that the steak is grilled right there at the restaurant. It's always fresh and delicious. There's no better steak pita anywhere.

Gina B., Orange Park
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I make it a point to stop at The Sheik everytime I drive through Jacksonville. I discovered the Steak in a Sack and the Camel Rider several years ago when I was visiting Jax, and it's now rare that I don't stop in for one or the other everytime I'm up from Orlando. A 5-star fast food feast. - EatingOrlando.com

James E., Orlando
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ABOUT THE SHEIK

In 1972, brothers Samir “Sam” and Munir “Mike Senior” Salameh, along with their wives Suad “Sue” and Basima, opened the first Sheik restaurant on the corner of 18th Street and Main Street in Jacksonville, Florida. That restaurant still operates today. From the very beginning the brothers knew that the keys to any successful restaurant are great service and great food.

The Sheik became known for selling the best “Steak in a Sack” or steak pita and for its “Camel Rider,” or deli meat pita. The chain also originated the “Cherry Lime,” The Sheik’s version of a black cherry and lime soft drink. All three items have gone on to become ubiquitous throughout the South and synonymous with the Jacksonville dining scene — even garnering an article in The New York Times.

Be on the lookout for a new The Sheik opening at a location near you. You can always open one yourself to speed up the process. Visit our franchising page for more information.

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