Philly Cheese Jakes
Philly Cheese Jakes is a family-run eatery in Sarnia-Lambton specializing in made-to-order Philly-style cheesesteaks, chicken cheesesteaks and hearty sandwiches served on house-baked buns. The shop emphasizes fresh, scratch-made items and offers combo deals, loaded sides like chili and nachos, and limited grab-and-go meals. Philly Cheese Jakes also supports local events, catering opportunities and community fundraisers, frequently sharing daily specials and small-batch offerings.
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Last updated on Feb 21st, 2026
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Wi Fi outage notice
A staff member at Philly Cheese Jakes reported a Wi Fi outage on 2026-09-14, noting they were on hold with support for 45 minutes and already tried unplugging and plugging the router back in. The message also confirms the account bill is paid, which can help narrow troubleshooting when contacting the internet provider or an on site technician.
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Stage setup and performance lineup announcement
Philly Cheese Jakes posted a behind the scenes update noting that Carpenters local 1256 is building the stage and the night will open with a couple of acoustic artists before the amps go in for amplified sets. The short announcement signals a planned flow from intimate acoustic moments to louder band energy, and is a quick heads up for local live music followers.
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Live music at Wild Honey
Head to Wild Honey on London Line tonight for free live music with bands starting at 6:00 PM, presented by Philly Cheese Jakes. Park at Hiawatha, use the first driveway after Tim Hortons, and enjoy a relaxed BYOB, BYOC, BYOF night with an event menu and debit or credit accepted.
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Event Menu
Philly Cheese Jakes is hosting a free music night with five bands on Friday, September 11, and will serve an event menu that includes pulled pork, 6oz burgers, footlongs, and nachos. Debit and credit are accepted for purchases, and attendees are asked to park at Hiawatha by the Tim Hortons on London Line.
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Philly Cheese Jakes Live Music Event
Philly Cheese Jakes is hosting a free live music night on Friday, September 11, 2026, with five bands performing through the evening and a menu of pulled pork, 6oz burgers, footlongs, and nachos. Debit and credit payments are accepted, and guests are asked to park at Hiawatha and enter via the driveway beside Tim Hortons on London Line. This community focused night blends live local music and casual food for an easygoing evening out.
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Praise for community support
A short praise post from Philly Cheese Jakes on 2026-09-08 applauds community support and offers congratulations to Mr. Faulkner. The message is a warm, shareable note celebrating neighbors who stepped up.
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Nachos
Philly Cheese Jakes will have fresh loaded nachos ready at the shop on 2026-09-06 at 3:30 PM, available in Small for 12.50, Medium for 18.00, and Large for 25.00, with all prices plus HST. Toppings include chili, cheese, banana peppers, jalapenos, onions, and sour cream, and the large arrives in a 14" pizza box for easy sharing.
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Labour Day weekend social post
Philly Cheese Jakes posted a short social prompt on 2026-09-06 asking followers about their Labour Day weekend plans. The post is a simple engagement piece designed to spark conversation and surface any weekend specials or local get togethers.
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Local event invitation
Philly Cheese Jakes issued a friendly local invitation asking nearby residents to come check out their event. The post is an open community welcome, so keep an eye on Philly Cheese Jakes channels for specific date time and location details.
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Rock video shoot winners announcement
Philly Cheese Jakes announced the winners of the Rock video shoot on 2026-09-01, naming Steve Majewski and Jess See Caa. The organizer says they will pass the names along and someone will be in touch with details and next steps.
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Pulled pork mac and cheese
Philly Cheese Jakes is offering a limited batch of their famous pulled pork mac and cheese in four 2 pound trays, priced at 14.99 plus HST, published September 1, 2026. This ready to share comfort dish is available in small quantities, so contact Philly Cheese Jakes soon to check availability.
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2lb grab-and-go Rigatoni with peameal bacon and cheese
Philly Cheese Jakes has five 2lb grab and go portions of rigatoni with peameal bacon and cheese available, priced at 14.99 plus HST. This limited same day offer is built for a big appetite or sharing, so swing by to pick one up while supplies last.
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Grab-and-go over baked potatoes with sour cream
Philly Cheese Jakes made five grab and go servings of over baked potatoes with sour cream and priced them at 12.50 plus HST. This quick post highlights a small, ready made batch available for pickup on August 31, 2026, ideal for an easy hot meal from a local vendor.
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Event menu shared and video referral
Philly Cheese Jakes posted an event menu update on August 31, 2026, noting a rain out the day before and asking followers to watch their latest video for more information. The short update points customers to the video for menu details and to submit any questions about upcoming events or availability.
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Opportunity to appear in a music video with Boneyard
Philly Cheese Jakes posted a last minute confirmation offering a chance to appear in a music video with Boneyard, announced on 2026-08-26. The note emphasizes the timing was just finalized, so contact Philly Cheese Jakes or the original post for participation steps and scheduling.
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New classic-style sandwich (PCJ twist)
Philly Cheese Jakes is teasing a new classic-style sandwich with a PCJ twist and will reveal the final item soon via live stream or video. Supplies will be limited, so expect a short window to try this new menu item once it drops.
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Supporter thank-you and engagement update
Philly Cheese Jakes posted a heartfelt thank you on 2026-08-23 noting over 80 comments and likes from supporters. The message centers gratitude for the community response while expressing quiet hope about a potential job outcome.
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Social engagement request for food-truck post
The team at 988 Confederation is asking supporters to visit a recent Supporting Sarnia 2.0 post about a food truck and give a thumbs up or heart to commenters who mentioned Philly Cheese Jakes. This small action is intended to encourage the commenters to return a call from Philly Cheese Jakes.
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Social post asking sandwich preference
Philly Cheese Jakes posted a quick engagement prompt on 2026-08-19 asking followers "What kind of sandwich would you make on this ugly bread?" Jump in with a creative topping combo or a comforting classic to join the conversation and see what others suggest.
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Baking video teaser
Philly Cheese Jakes posted a playful baking teaser on 2026-08-19 promising a pre recorded video called ugly bread, with a behind the scenes look at dough work instead of a live stream. If you enjoy candid kitchen clips and learning from real process moments, keep an eye on their feed for the video.
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Acknowledgement of generous offer
Philly Cheese Jakes publicly thanks Hillman Holdings for a generous offer on August 17, 2026. The brief acknowledgement highlights a moment of partnership and community support between the business and its benefactor.
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Breakfast engagement post
Philly Cheese Jakes posted a friendly breakfast prompt on 2026-08-12 asking followers about their morning meal, using the line, "Little peanut butter on toast. What's for breaky for you?". The quick, casual post is designed to spark replies, photos, and simple menu conversation among local followers.
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Found a little bee 4 morning social post
Philly Cheese Jakes shared a light morning moment after spotting a small bee on 2026-08-12. The short social post offers a friendly prompt for followers to share similar morning discoveries and engage in a casual conversation.
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Cheddar sausage sandwich social post
Philly Cheese Jakes shared a playful post on 2026-08-11 showcasing a double cheddar sausage sandwich with cheese sauce and mustard on a fresh bun. The short, social-first caption pairs casual humor with hashtags to invite sharing and quick cravings.
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Post: Attendance and video of performance at A Taste of Sarnia
Philly Cheese Jakes attended A Taste of Sarnia hosted by CB Southwest Reality and captured a short video of Ainsworth and Young performing. The post thanks the host, shares a friendly recommendation to see the duo live, and invites viewers to watch the clip for a taste of the evening.
