La Bodega Original 4541 Shirley Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32210

"I was not impressed with the little hole in the wall place. However, they did the best with what they could with their space. The lady and the gentleman/cook were friendly. The problem I had was where the sandwich that cost $12.$.50 and that did not include the cost of french fries on the side. So you walk out of the joint with a $16 lunch that doesn’t even include a drink! Absolutely ridiculous! No, my real issue, was with the sandwich! No wonder the sandwich was $12.50 because they stuffed the sandwich with so much meat you felt like you were Gorjan a damn pig! Way, way too much meat! So much that it made the sandwich very unenjoyable ! I had to throw out more than half of the meat just so the consistency worked with the bread, the cheese and the pickles! I would’ve preferred the typical Cuban sandwich that cost eight dollars that came with fries that had the appropriate amount of meats that made the meal enjoyable! Now I’m throwing away more than half the meat from the half sandwich and the other half a sandwich island up, throwing the other half of that away and wondering how in the hell to even reheat the thing and make it enjoyable. I feel like I wasted my money on lunch today, although they prepared it well, they need to go back to understanding the principle of what is customary and reasonable, what is a decent portion instead of trying to find ways to raise their prices, and stuffing in their sandwiches with so much meat that it makes it unpleasant to eat. I’ve never had a Cuban sandwich like this for a cost or with such an extreme amount of meat that it turned me off."

"Very nice and great customer service! We walked in right at closing (we didn't realize until after we left). The lady gave us a menu and was open to any questions. I noticed her interactions with customers before me were as if they were family or a friend. The place is clean, welcoming, and has a courtyard out back. I haven't even tried my to go empanada, but my sister is devouring hers. I can't wait to come back."

"Try the fresh empanadas! They’re a generous size and definitely homemade. The sandwich is amazing. The sauce, the meat, the bread, everything was delicious. The restaurant is clean and cute. There’s even a back patio with a bar."

"So glad I found this place! They bake their own bread. The Cubano was excellent. The tamarind ice tea has fresh fruit in it…yum! There’s a beautiful patio in the past. And Cely is so kind. I will be back!"

"Authentic and kind first words that come to mind for this spot . The owner was very helpful with specials that change everyday and information on what the family owned spot was all about. Food delicious & Home made sangria was delicious too. Highly recommend"