Papa Joe’s Subs & Pasta

One thing I’ve learned in my travels is, if you want a sub made out of a yoga mat, go to Subway. If you want good down to earth, home made, no doubt about it, gimme the best damn carbohydrates you got, sub… go to a local sub shop. Papa Joe’s provides this in the NE Ohio area. They are no joke and they, by no means, are screwing around on this sub business. I walked in on a good hearted attitude after a decent day of work. I joked to the lady at the counter about the weather or some sort. She glared at me with a look of pure business. I commented on all the wonderful choices and how hard it was to choose. She tilted her head ever so slightly with a look of «I know, just pick one, a-​hole» I left there, with my chicken parm sub, re-​evaluating my life. If these ladies are that serious about making subs, maybe I have been too light hearted in my life. Maybe if I had taken things more seriously in my twenties as a rodeo clown, I could have been someone. Maybe my relationships fail because I want to «have fun» and «galivant» instead of buckling down and getting married, having 2 ½ kids, a job I hate, a house in a development, with nosey neighbors and a dog that always pees on my slippers… it ended up being a very depressing chicken parm sub. But, if I am ever to have a depressing sub sandwich, I most definitely would purchase one from here

Simply put, the best sub shop I’ve ever eaten at. Huge selection of subs to choose from, as well as a variety of salads and pasta dishes. The ingredients are fresh, the bread is delicious and local (baked by Orlando). The meats are Sysco quality, which may or may not be your thing but I enjoy them. The hot meats are cooked as you order and are put on the sub hot off the grill, no microwave or toaster oven nonsense. The super burger is hands down my favorite, with the meatball torpedo a close 2^nd. The fries are a must-​have addition to any order. If you can’t find something you like on the menu, you need to get your tongue checked. Anyone from Euclid will tell you the same thing: this is a must-​have if you’re looking for a quick, cheap, and delicious lunch. Order before hand, however. Also, this is strictly carry out, no eating area.

Papa Joe’s is a Carry Out only and should be the food is to be eaten at home so you can sleep after. Price is good and the food is fantastic. We came on a busy Tuesday and they were still polite and very efficient.

Hands-​down one of the best spots for subs. Everything on the menus good. Papa Joe’s is known for being one of the best spots.

For me, Papa Joe’s is the «gold standard» for which I judge all sub sandwiches. I have been coming here for years, and they have always been consistently good. My friends from out of state always make it a point to stop at Papa Joe’s whenever they come back home to visit. Whether it’s an All-​Italian, a Hot Buttered Steak, or a Super Burger… It’s all good!

Veal parmesan with spaghetti. You can’t go wrong. However, be prepared for the greasiest sandwich you ever had. The wall with the business cards has been there forever and it’s good time-​killing material as you wait for your food which was supposed to be done 5 minutes ago. Still, go try it if you haven’t yet.

I’ve been a fan since before I could even say Papa Joes. Everything is prepared fresh in front of you so you can see it is a clean kitchen and staff. There is something on their menu for everyone. I’m kinda picky and I have never received my order made incorrectly or shorted on anything. I have to say I’m a huge fan of their sesame buns, it really takes it a notch above everyone else. If you haven’t tried this place or haven’t been there for awhile… what are you waiting for?
The only complaint I have is the parking lot is small and awkward and can be tough to maneuver if you have a large vehicle and another large vehicle is also parked in the lot. There is no on street parking available.

Damn good food! It’s one of the best places to eat in Cleveland.

Good hot subs!!! Great food if you don’t want a burger so much…

Good fresh food. Close to work. Take coupons with no problem. My only problem is they continuously make my food wrong. When i only have a half hour for lunch i dont feel like standing in there for 20 of it. And the real kicker is that the chick who took my order must gave me a dirty look and NEVER even apologised… Im not wrong… she is…

Still great food. Sure the shop needs a serious facelift, but the food does not. I still say a 2.5 hour trip just to get food here is worth it. None of the meat is pumped full of water like at Subway and other competitors. The meats here are high quality and only available from places like the West Side market. Definitely not supermarket stuff. I’d eat here every single day (and used too until I moved away).
Total bill for 2 under $ 20. And always has been. Love it.

I love their Veggie Sub, warmed up with Italian Dressing, yum!

I was looking for a good place to grab a sub around the neighborhood (just moved to Collinwood last March). I ordered the deluxe buttered cheese steak. It was great, nice to have a sesame (& wheat?) bun rather than plain jane white bread. It was delicious, plenty of food, and from the looks of the menu, I could eat there a bunch and find several solid favorites. Highly recommended.

I love the crabmeat sub!