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    Your Mother's Back Yard

    4.7 (76 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, Salad, Soup
    Closed • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Beth S.

    I would never have tried this little place but co-workers assured me it was good. And they weren't wrong! It doesn't look special on the outside but they make a mean sub. The bread is soft and delicious. The staff is lovely and the prices are great. I highly recommend this hidden gem.

    The Worker in a wrap, so good

    This place is a real deal homemade sandwich spot literally like your mom would make. Bread is so fresh and the meats are stacked to the sky! Get your favorite sandwich all the way and enjoy! We go there weekly because they are truly the best sandwich spot in Clearwater/St Pete/ Tampa

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    T C.

    We came by to try a new sandwich shop while in the area. It is a bit small inside with a few tables. I am glad we got there early. We ordered at the counter a cuban and a chef salad and drinks are all in cans and bottles. I thought the salad was a bit small for the price but did have a nice amount of meat and cheese. The cuban sandwich did have pulled pork and was pretty good. They stay busy with many take out orders. Overall it was ok. A fun restaurant celebrating 40 years.

    Neil B.

    This place is close by where I work and have been there twice so far, both times great. The first time I had the Mothers Special and this time the Worker, both were 8" sandwiches and both nicely packed with the goods. However, ordering the Worker I skipped the mayo and forgot to add oil and vinegar instead, a bit dry but that was my bad. Reading some of the other posts I need to order the meatball next. It's my Wednesday lunch trip. As far as service, there's three behind the counter taking care of business and quick to fill orders. Prices are fair with 12oz can drinks. Beware, they do close at 2pm.

    Your Mother's Special

    We stopped in for lunch on a Saturday after doing some Yelp research, well worth it! Simple but satisfying menu options, all fresh and made to order, fast and friendly service. Small but clean interior seating so you can sit and enjoy your lunch or take it to go.

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    Small sandwich shop that is Fantastic! One of the best sandwiches I've had in a while! Hearty sandwich was made fast!

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    Did you have amazing sandwiches? They are fast and with a 30 minute lunch I can get in and get out Services are also amazing!

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    Best of the best. None better around than this shop! Just wish jalapeños and banana peppers were available.

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    2 years ago

    Wonderful, friendly, people and great subs, for less than the chain sandwich shops! You won't be disappointed!

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    2 years ago

    Hoagie buns are fantastic! Our family enjoyed the sandwiches but the people and service is top notch!

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    This is a childhood favorite of mine. The sandwiches / subs are amazing. The bread they use is English muffin based , so yummy and delish.

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    Such a great sub shop we stumbled upon based on reviews. Didn't disappoint. Highly recommend!

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    I have been enjoying subs from this place since i was a kid. Delicious!

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    Simple fast filling cheap and tasty. Never had any errors or problems and staff is super nice

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