My husband and I went to a special 6 Course meal event hosted by Fast Eddy's and Jacksonville Restaurant Reviews and we had such a great time exploring some of Fast Eddy's food. We started with Hummus and Tata Chips, which was crispy pita chips with a standard (but delicious) hummus. The Tata chips had great flavor, like Stacy's Pita Chips but better! The firat course was White Bean Fahsulia, which was a rich and hearty bean stew that packed huge flavor! Second course was Falafel with Tahini Sauce. These were a nice little bite between dishes. The center of the falafel was light, fluffy, and flavorful! Course 3 was Masaka-Ah served with Timan Asfur Rice. While this dish was good, it was my least favorite of the evening. I ate half of the stew and passed the rest off to my husband, who loved it! Course 4 brought us Dolma's served with Roasted Vegetables. I LOVE stuffed grape leaves and these were seriously on point! Tart and tangy up front followed by a whole lot of savory. Course 5, my favorite, was the Spicy Curry Chicken served with White Rice. This was the dish that made me fall in love with Fast Eddy's food and had me coming back for more. I took a couple bites and got a to-go container to enjoy this later at home. Finally, we reached the end of our dinner and Course 6, dessert, came out. Freshly made, sweet and decadent, traditional baklava. Filo dough, crushed walnuts, butter, and honey. This just melted away once it hit my mouth. I don't eat a whole lot of sweets but this had me closing my eyes and enjoying every bite. Every time I've visited Fast Eddy's the staff has been amazing, friendly, and hospitable. And of course, the place being completely decked out with rock and metal music memorabilia, i feel right at home here. Oh, and there's never a time where I leave that place without an order of the Pasta Anatoli to-go! read more

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I really don't know how to express in words how much this family owned restaurant exhumes love for food and their passion for people! The service hands-down is personalized to get to know you and they truly care about you as a person. Today we had the distinct honor and privilege of meeting Arsha, Wims mother. What a remarkable woman who is just filled with love! She shared stories about her recipes and told us about her family and you can see why this restaurant is so successful. The love for people was so so prevalent that you can see why it's a success and why the food is so excellent. The food is all family recipes and you can tell that they truly do love what they do. Today I had a steak pita, and it was out of this world! My friend had the falafel pita - the fact that she ate the whole thing only proves and demonstrates without a doubt how great it was. If you want to come a place where you're embraced loved and where they treat you like family then this is where you wanna go! Sidenote, mama's cheesecake and carrot cake out of this world! All of its homemade and made with Lawn just like the rest of the food. read more

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When you read Ron R's review and you are in Jax for work, how could you not stop in?! Heck, I even took the advice to order that sandwich and the Mac n' cheese. I arrived with roughly an hour left in their day, with the next day being closed. It's a shared parking lot with other businesses in the strip, but no issues with parking at 7pm on a Sunday. My server was Justin and as Justin said, "Reza made your food with love and it's coming up shortly." Usually I get nervous when you are one of two people in a place, but I'm happy to report that is in no indication how the food is! What I enjoyed: ~ Coca-cola: served in a to-go cup, and never even made it to half full before it was topped off. Even for to-go soda! Now that's what I can service! ~ Derby Fillies (Steak): I had requested no onions, but it came with onions. I picked around them, and honestly, the sandwich was so good I completely overlooked there being onions! Ain't no way I'd send it back after getting my hands on it. Justin said it's a amped up honey mustard as I couldn't place the sauce, and boy, was it D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S. Worthy of all caps and spaced out for dramatic effect. Sorry, I didn't convey that more Reza when you asked. When I'm eating I'm locked in, so all you got was it's really good before another bite. Haha. ~ Side of Mac n' Cheese: For a side, this is crafted with love. Easily the best "side" of Mac n' Cheese I've had. Love the edition of pepper, as I'm a firm believer that black pepper belongs in macaroni and cheese. What a stunning meal for under $25! Loved the Rock n' Roll vibes, and I won't hold it against Justin for supporting the wrong EPL team. Haha. Only kidding! Amazing food and service. If you are in Jax, check this place out! read more

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From the moment we walked through the door, we received an incredible welcome! Honestly, I thought Justin was the owner because of how genuinely invested he was in making sure every guest had a great experience. Not that he needed to drum up business, the restaurant already had a healthy crowd, but his passion for the place was impossible to miss. We were seated quickly, given a thorough introduction to the menu, and even treated to a sample of the lentil soup we were considering. Great decision on their part because it was absolutely delicious! Little kick but just a hint, not too much to lose flavor! If you've read my reviews before, you know I have a soft spot for locally owned businesses. They often bring an extra level of love, attention, and passion to what they do, and that shines through loud and clear here. One of my favorite surprises was the atmosphere. Between the music and the unique décor, this place has a personality all its own. As an '80s rock girl, I felt right at home, and it made an already enjoyable dining experience even better. Most importantly, Justin and Will made us feel like VIPs from start to finish. Outstanding service, great food, and a welcoming atmosphere--what more could you ask for? We can't wait to come back and work our way through more of the menu! read more

Fast Eddy's Quick Mideast - Big Chicken Eddy - Middle Eastern Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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I wish this place were open 7 days a week, late on the weekends and open early during the week. I love this place, the staff is brilliant, very attentive and friendly. The owners are so cool, to brothers who live to host people and listen to rock music. I can't to frequent this place more, their soups and stews are so good on a cold day read more

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Oh my goodness! Happened to be in Jacksonville for an event and wanted a quick bite to eat close by. Love Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food and Fast Eddy's popped up on Yelp and was just around the corner. Restaurant has just a few tables as well as a counter area. So very glad we found this restaurant! William is the owner and his son Will waited on us - both so friendly, helpful and personable! The menu is awesome - a great selection of appetizers, salads, soups/stews, sandwiches and main dishes - many Middle Eastern choices and a few American bites as well. My favorite thing was that dishes and menu sections are named after various family members - William's mom, dad and siblings. We started with the hummus and pita chip appetizer - so yummy! Hubs and I eat hummus everywhere we go, and this rivaled some of the best! Amazing flavor, creamy with just the right amount of olive oil, garlic and paprika. I had the falafel wrap with a side salad - really good! Hugs had the fattoush salad followed by chicken tikka kebab with grilled mixed veggies - he loved it and shared a few tastes with me - delicious! The veggies and meat were seasoned with the family's own spice mix and it's amazing! We can't wait to come back soon! read more

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Such a high energy place with good food and good service. Shout out to Will who took great care of us this afternoon. Ordered the lunch special of Veggie Curry and much came with a drink and the egg roll appetizer. Yummy goodness always lets me recommend this place to family and friends! read more

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Walked in and felt like I was in a speedway Cafe. Smells were good coming from the kitchen. Sat down and noticed they had daily special, looked like a new dish or chef crafted ideas they come up with. Probably something they do on a regular basis. Server was nice, prompt, quick, and helpful. I put in my order and watched how fast the place filled up. My food came out hot and fresh. Tasted really good. Only complaint was that more meat would have been nice. The rice options were a different thing but good concept. read more

Fast Eddy's Quick Mideast - Beef lamb mix with byriani rice. I probably spelled that wrong but it was good. - Middle Eastern Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

We came by for a late Saturday lunch. The cute little restaurant is decorated with Metallica, Pearl Jam, and other metal rock posters. The music matches the posters. While not real loud it is definitely in the background. We explained to our server William that it was our first time there and he patiently explained the menu to us. He was friendly and efficient our entire visit. We started with the tabouli. It was a parsley forward tabouli with light burgle (wheat), onion, and tomatoes in a light lemon dressing. My husband had the Bamiyah. It was a thick beef and okra stew served with rice. He thought it was very thick with a strong tomato flavor. It was loaded with okra and onion with a few nice chunks of beef. I had the Big Chicken Eddy. It was a grilled chicken wrap with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. It came with a choice of two sauces and I went with taziki and garlic. It was saucy and flavorful. However I had trouble keeping the wrap tight. We finished with homemade baklava. It was served warm with a warm honey sauce Finally-they offer beer and wine. read more

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the service was amazing, the staff was very kind. The food was very good and was full of flavor, especially the butger. Oh man it was juicy. The vibe of fast eddies is really nice and calm. This place rips. read more

Second time here with friends from the area that go all the time. Firstly, the staff are fantastic. Reza, our waiter, asked everyone's name in the entire group and continued to use our names throughout the service. Nice touch! He is so genuine and warm. The food is amazing. Starting with the humus, lovely. We had falafel, chicken curry, beef kabob and macaroni. Everything is wonderfully spiced and tastes delicious. Decor is electric guitars and posters of metal bands. read more

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A few of us decided to head out for lunch today. The group decided on Fast Eddy's. Let me say that mideast food is not my jam, but I rolled with it. The ladies in the party split the mixed grill Tikka plate with chicken and beef which looked amazing. They said it was outstanding. Very tender and flavorful. I stayed safe and had the star spangled burger and onion rings. The burger was cooked perfectly. Very juicy. The onion rings are very good with a panko type breading which stayed on the rings well. Another member of the party had the beef derby. I had a piece of this and it was extremely flavorful and very good. Sit down ordering with food and drinks brought to you. Service was quick, attentive and very personable. Parking was easy as it's a strip mall setting. Even though mideast isn't my thing, I wouldn't hesitate to go again. read more

Fast Eddy's Quick Mideast - Mixed Grill Tikka plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Far and away the best sandwich experience I've had in years! I can't even remember when the last time I've had a sandwich in a restaurant this good! All I can say is, when you go to Fast Eddy's Quick Mideast, get the Derby Fillies sandwich! And I hereby order my readers to GO!! There are good reasons why this awesome Mediterranean cuisine outlet is as close to 5-star as you can get! First, I really like the uniqueness of this ma and pa shop. It's been here at this location now for around four years and seems to have built a nice clientele, but always welcoming of more! The wall decor is filled with pictures of Rock n Roll heroes past and present. And, yes, you will get to have your ears filled with the songs of many of these artists while you eat. I sat at the Ozzy and Randy Rhodes table and I can't say how I feel about that company! The servers were extremely courteous. Reza and Victoria were just outstanding from beginning to the end of our eating experience. I'm very grateful for their looking after us and answering our questions. Looking around at how they treated and dealt with other customers, my feeling is that this is how they treat customers consistently who visit Fast Eddy's. Both of us chose Reza's recommendations. My Derby Fillies might seems like a normal sandwich (sub type) with chicken, peppers, onions, mushrooms, American cheese on a hoagie roll. However, the way it's grilled in their "Babylonian sauce," really seals the deal on this sandwich. The sauce really blends well with this hot sandwich and you'll be thrilled you chose it! Even better yet, it is a large sandwich, so I had the other half on the next day - just as good as the first! My dearest ordered the Hammurabi burrito. This was another stellar choice as recommended by Reza once again. This sandwich is one of creativity, more than basic like the Derby. It comes on a flour tortilla with pickles, sumac onions, biryani rice, French fries, Amba sauce, chicken, along with garlic spread. Goodness I don't know a few of the items on this burrito! But it also blended excellently together and the pickles made it a treat! I got to eat from it two days in a row and it was just as good as the first day on the second! For sides, I had Mac and cheese. Yes, it was a solid Mac and cheese with some pepper in it. Our other side was the roasted vegetables. These are awesome! Both of the sides were delightful and easily shared between both of us. For dessert, we did try their homemade baklava. Well, when I tried it I knew it was unlike any baklava I've ever eaten. I knew it had to be made in-house and was a special recipe created in-shop. I was right on both counts! It was the best I've ever eaten. If you love baklava, you won't be disappointed here! Fast Eddy's is truly a superior restaurant and is now in my top five list of JAX favorites! There is good booth seating here and carry-out is available. Besides sandwiches, you'll also find soups, stews, salad options, street tacos, new world American food options, specialty choices (including spicy chicken curry, Nada's Arabic Macaroni, among others), kabobs, and more! The hard rock will play as you eat. It was loud when we came in for a while, but to their credit, they did lower the volume around the middle of our time there. Make a visit! This is a can't miss restaurant! Recommend: HIGHEST read more

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Went to Jacksonville for a doctor's appointment and the nurse recommended this spot. So happy we listened. Not only was the food super delicious and fresh but the service was SO friendly. They really take care of you. Shout out to Justin and the whole team! My 4 year old got a burger and Mac and cheese, but honestly I ate a lot of his Mac cause it was so yummy. I got the mezza sampler, just what I wanted but way too much for just me. However, leftovers are no problem for me. My husband got chicken shawarma sandwich and really enjoyed it. read more

Fast Eddy's Quick Mideast - Mezza Sampler - Middle Eastern Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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I could write a book about how much I love this place and the owners. We have ate our way through most of the menu and we love it all. Owners are very friendly and welcoming and gracious. Very clean with plenty of parking. This place has a following for a reason! read more

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No doubt this place deserves the 5 star it has, the service and atmosphere here is worth 10 stars! It feels like you are family as soon as you are here! read more

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Great experience from the moment we walked in. The owners were genuinely friendly and took the time to walk us through the menu, which we really appreciated as first-timers. The food was fresh, tasty, and hit the spot for our weekend lunch cravings. You can tell they care about both the quality of what they serve and the people they serve it to. read more

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We had a good experience at Fast Eddy's, I ordered the beef tikka (small) which came with salad, rice, veggies and pita bread. As you can see in the picture is a lot of food! My husband ordered the chicken curry and we have leftovers for a couple of days. Both of the dishes we tried were pretty good and came out in a decent time, our waiter was friendly and quick. The ambience is good, the rock pictures on the walls were fun to look read more

Fast Eddy's Quick Mideast - Beef Tikka Spicy Chicken Curry - Middle Eastern Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

If someone made a pitch to open a Rock and Roll themed Middle Eastern restaurant you may think they were nuts. That's exactly why Fast Eddy's works. It's nuts...and in the best way. The restaurant is really themed well with CDs, posters and decor that just create a fun environment. Service was great. It's totally collaborative and everyone is pleasant and truly excited about the experience. It was our first time, they have a ton of great reviews (that's how we found them) and they still seemed to have great interest in winning us over. They did. The food is Middle Eastern but with an American flare and everything hit. Great selection of beer as well. We ordered the Chicken Eddy, the Nada Burger and the Hummus and chips. The pita chips are unlike anything you've had before. They are light crispy, double layered. The hummus, really solid. Both sandwiches were fantastic. Flavorful, fresh, great wraps and bread, perfect spice. More than a restaurant, Fast Eddy's is an experience. I highly recommend you give them a try. read more

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Fantastic experience all around. Great service from all the staff, including providing us with highlights of the menu since it was our first time here. Everyone was attentive and kind, from ordering to refilling our drinks, and paying our bill. The food was excellent, we started with hummus and pita chips. The chips were crispy, seasoned and the perfect size for dipping g in the hummus. We chose two entrees with the intention of split each so we could eat try and the owner was kind enough to make sure the eggplant burger was cut in half to make that easier for us. The Big Eddy was perfect with the tzatziki and garlic sauce that was recommended. The Nada burger had the perfect amount of spice and the pickles complemented it nicely. Lots of seating choices, from tables, bar seating or a booth. Looking forward to our next visit soon! read more

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Their food is delicious, the staff make you feel like family (the family you love). It's my go to restaurant 6 days a week. Portions are large, while the prices don't break the bank. I'll be back read more

Wow! First time trying Fast Eddy's and I was impressed. The food was really good and they have big portions. I was so happy we tried this place! We did different kinds of meat and they were all tender and juicy. The flavors were so good and the sauces are perfect! Also the service was quick even though when we went they were busy. The place was simple but it looks clean. It was small but they have few outdoor seating. I cant wait to go back! read more

Fast Eddys is quickly being added to our list of favorites! The atmosphere is relaxed and service was great! It had a laidback vibe but we enjoyed the atmosphere and the decor from the guitars to the music posters. But, the food was the highlight. Everything came out fresh and made to order. Their chicken tikka was tender and flavorful. You really get a great deal for the price. They were also very kind to our kiddos and we found out that Kids Eat Free on Sundays. We will definitely be returning sooner than later! read more

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First time trying Fast Eddy's Quick Mideast and WOW -- everything was 10/10! I ordered the Beef Tikka for $20, which came with rice, veggies, a small fattoush salad, and two sauces. I chose tzatziki and garlic, and that garlic sauce was out of this world -- I'd absolutely get double next time! The food was phenomenal, even as takeout, and there was plenty to share. One order was enough to fill both me and my husband, making it such a great value. The employees were also incredibly kind when I picked up my order, and the entire experience felt welcoming and authentic. I did not dine in, but seating was plentiful and restaurant was clean. I'm so excited to come back and try more of their dishes! read more

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Thoroughly enjoyed my 2nd of many future visits to Fast Eddy's! My first time in I tried the derby filly with steak and it was absolutely delicious. A friend had ordered a beef eddie that looked so good, I knew I had to come back to try it myself- boy am I glad I did! Ordered it with the garlic + tzatziki sauce (absolute gas pack) and would have taken some pictures but I was too busy inhaling everything in one bite like a cartoon character. Also tried a bite of my boyfriend's chicken curry and now I'm going have to return for my own bowl next time. Aside from the 5 star food, I would award them 10 stars for service if I could. Every single employee is so chipper and attentive, the welcoming atmosphere is really the icing on the cake of an already delicious experience. I will surely be back to work my way down the menu! read more

The food is always so flavorful here. The staff is so friendly and the place sm heavenl. Go check out this local family owned spot read more

Different, but good. If you like Mediterranean food you will probably like this, although not a typical Gruo place

Great Philly Cheesesteak sandwich and hummus! This place filled up fast with regulars. We also tried their grilled chicken skewers platter. Pay extra for the fried rice - it was so good! The young man who served us was super fun and helpful for a first timer . There are other Middle Eastern dishes I need to try on my next visit. read more

Traveled to Jacksonville from Seattle to see my son race in a track meet. Found this place on Yelp. Did not disappoint! Had an elite Philly Shawarma per server's recommendation. Had a wonderful conversation with him, and the owner William. Love this place! read more

Service was amazing as usual. Victoria was super helpful and the food was delicious. Keep up the great work!!

I love rock music. I love middle eastern foods. I really, really love Fast Eddy's. I've been here a few times now and should go more because every time, I think, "Dang, that's delicious." Most recently, I stopped in for a falafel sandwich with onion rings. Their falafel, which they've told me is a recipe by their late sister, is top notch, and I say that as someone who's eaten a lot of it. It's crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. They also do a great job on the onion rings; they're crisp, not soggy, and you can bite into the onion without the whole slice sliding out. Despite being full, I got the delicious baklava for dessert. In the past, I've loved their hummus, their tabouli, and their white bean fahsulia. They have plenty of vegetarian options, which is great. They also have some "New World" dishes if you're not a fan of Middle Eastern cuisine, although I'd really suggest trying some of their classic dishes, because they do it really well. The service is out of this world. Many of the folks are greeted by name -- and frequently with hugs -- as they come in, showing how much of a loyal following Fast Eddy's has. Regardless of how often you're in, you definitely get the vibe that everyone wants you to have a great meal. And as others have noted, of course, the rock music and decor is a treat for anyone who's a fan of the genre. Definitely go here. You'll want to come back. read more

Fast Eddy's Quick Mideast - The Falafel Sandwich with Onion Rings - Middle Eastern Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

What more can you say about this place? Great service great atmosphere and the food is on point every single time! All the employees are friendly and easy to talk to. Any time I'm on this side of town i stop in. Will waiting on me and Vanessa the cook did an amazing job on my platter. If you don't know, now, you know Fast Eddy's is the place to be. read more

Fast Eddy's Quick Mideast - Samurai platter - Middle Eastern Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Delicious , the pinion rings are the best , not greasy and crunchy. I had the okra with beef stew in a tomato base. Delicious.!! Atmosphere is fast food with booths, the owner and family staff so friendly!!!!! read more

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Phenomenal food and service! All the workers were super nice and explained all of the different options and upgrades on the menu and recommendations, what pairs well with each other, etc. You can absolutely feel the passion in the food that they create! I got the beef Tikka skewer and upgraded the white rice to the biryani and it was amazing. Well seasoned and the flavors were perfect. The beef wasn't tough and had a nice char. I also tried the chips and hummus and the Booreg egg rolls and the flavors and textures on both were great. Crunchy and delicious! Even the Fatoush was super good and I'm not a big salad fan in general. The food here is so good I would go out of my way to visit again! read more

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My go to is the chicken stew, serious comfort food. I usually door dash it but I did go in once to pick up and I would give it a try for a dine in experience in the future. read more

I will start by saying that this review is based on a To Go order and I'd like to try this again as I've only heard great things about this restaurant. Ordered a Steak Derby Filly via online order and it was ready in about fifteen minutes. I did order and pay for a side of ranch and it wasn't included and didn't see until I got home. The fries had good seasoning but they didn't taste the freshest but this may have been from being in a to go order. The filly itself was promising, however, many of the pieces of steak I had were rather tough cuts and were covered in a sauce that was seasoned, but somehow the meat itself didn't feel seasoned which was quite confusing. Considering this is a $17 sandwich (not including the .50 for ranch that I didn't get), it was a bit disappointing considering all of the great things I've heard. The service was quick and the restaurant itself had a good atmosphere for my short stint in there. Overall, I would try again but will definitely try something else and I will double check my order in the future. read more

Great VIBE! Super nice and attentive staff!! Food was top notch and made fresh. Quick too. 10/10 recommend read more

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The staff was incredibly attentive even though we were getting to-go. They got our food to us quickly and everything was still hot when we got home. I got the big eddy with chicken and added the garlic and tzatziki. Super delicious. The chicken had a jerk chicken taste to it with hints of mint. Highly recommend! read more

Once again Fast eddys stands above any restaurant in jax with the absolute best customer service! . Justine was amazing! Food was amazing. Adding tacos as a special was perfect for my wife who now has one to take home! Will return!! read more

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The staff hustled to make it a great experience. They accommodated for 10 to celebrate my Daughter's birthday. Rearranged tables/booths. With a free desert for her. Great baklava. They had dishes for everyone. Even though the kitchen is "right there" they worked quietly and kept a talkative atmosphere. Easy parking got one of the 3 HCP spaces for 92 year old in-laws. Food was seasoned and had that grilled taste. Great job read more