BROKEN SPOKE

154 reviews

1529 University Blvd N, Jacksonville, FL 32211

+19045519641

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BROKEN SPOKE is a Bar located at 1529 University Blvd N, Jacksonville, FL 32211. It has received 154 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 stars.

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Hours

Monday11AM-2AM
Tuesday11AM-11PM
Wednesday11AM-11PM
Thursday11AM-11PM
Friday11AM-11PM
Saturday11AM-2AM
Sunday11AM-2AM

F.A.Q

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  • The address of BROKEN SPOKE: 1529 University Blvd N, Jacksonville, FL 32211

  • BROKEN SPOKE has 4.5 stars from 154 reviews

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  • "I can see a few changes since new ownership, haven't been there in a few years"

    "Such a great place for karaoke on Saturday nights"

    "This place is literally nothing but a cave/ hole in the wall"

    "I work here and just wanted to say that the new owner has gone above and beyond to make this place AWESOME for both the customers and employees! Lots of changes coming and can’t wait! Come on in and check us out"

    "I very much enjoyed The Broken Spoke"

Reviews

  • Lori Hogge

I can see a few changes since new ownership, haven't been there in a few years.. quesadilla was ok, not the best, it was nice that the chicken was shredded, cheese was barely melted...salsa was awful...tasted like spaghetti sauce and smelled nasty, friends burger looked good. Temperature was cooler more by the bar and less by the stage. Waitress was nice, very friendly...love the new tables and chairs, a few need assistance due to wobbling. You have a sign on the wall for fire ball but not able to sell it, beer and wine only....HMMM....When cashing out was handed a receipt, not even itemized, how do I know that I paid for. When asked for itemized receipt they were unable to just print one out...she offered to renter everything but I said no...all good, definitely suggest paying cash. If asked if I'd return..not sure on that one, if friends were there playing music...maybe. Im interested in trying the wings and burgers.... definitely see they need to continue to work on appearance....
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Quesadilla

  • Robert Cowan

Such a great place for karaoke on Saturday nights. Pete rocks it every weekend and lets me do songs from my own collection on my thumb drive I bring with me. I'm not a top 40 type but what I do still seems to be well-received and for that I thank everybody. Everyone sounds great and it's awesome to have so much fun in a part of town that badly needs it, where I can just walk down the street from where I live instead of having to always go downtown. Great service from a dedicated staff who also lets me be myself. If there is something to suggest, with karaoke as well as occasional live music, a marquee would be cool if there's a place to put one.I hope they eventually get one. By the way, try the pizza. I had some before and really liked it. And I consider myself a pizza connoisseur. Thanks everyone and I'll see you next week.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Bob Simmions

This place is literally nothing but a cave/ hole in the wall. Its not the best atmosphere for you and your buds to have a drink. It reeks of cigarettes and the carpet is 30+ years old so the smell is more unbearable then you can even imagine. No personal welcome from any management that I've ever seen. The locals are extremely rude and give off a hostile air to anyone that comes in that isn't a regular. There is a limited selection of beers, no selection of wine or liquor. I ordered a hamburger and fries which took roughly 45mins to be served and the following morning was quite unpleasant. There is a multitude of local well established bars within the area that are inviting with a pleasing bar atmosphere that you can actually breath in. I would not recommend this establishment to anyone as it gives local Arlington bars a bad name.

  • Jackie Lee-Anderson

I work here and just wanted to say that the new owner has gone above and beyond to make this place AWESOME for both the customers and employees! Lots of changes coming and can’t wait! Come on in and check us out. Coldest beer in town and a great menu (new food items all the time) all cook to order! Daily specials on food, Bingo with cash prizes on Thursday’s, karaoke on Friday’s and Saturday's - open pool tables on Sunday's. Always fun and good time! Come meet the crew! Happy 2024!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • trenton H

I very much enjoyed The Broken Spoke. It wasn't too busy, but it wasn't slow. The Friday night bartender was very nice and it was a lot of fun to play pool. The Lemon Pepper wings were fresh at 10pm and the fries were scrumptious. I was surprised when I got the bill and it came out cheaper than I thought it would be. The back entrance is cool too. They only serve beer and wine, but I'm fine with that. It's only 3 minutes from the house too.

  • Reginold Smith

the food was amazing…service was awful. bartender (i think laura or lana, don’t know as she barely paid attention to me) had a bad attitude and acted like she was being forced to be here. barely refilled my drinks, waited forever to even get napkins from her. would be nicer to have a more attentive and nicer bartender other than that was great!
Food: 5
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 5

  • Raye Raye

Best simple BLT of my life. The toast was magic. The pool tables were cheap and free for a while and only $1.50 per play. It's a basic bar with basic beer choices... with a little Arlington charm. Worth a check-it-out. Parking is in the back. Go through the unmarked white door.
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

  • Dennis Woessner

Good atmosphere and fantastic food. New owner. He is great guy!
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Chicken Fried Steak, Quesadilla, Cheesesteak, Chicken Wings
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
Parking in rear of building!

  • Thomas Frederick

New to the area, this was nearby... Great dive bar. If you want liquor, they unfortunately do not offer that but do have options of wine and ciders, etc. Great beer prices and good company. Great bartenders as well!! Shoutout to Evette! Free pool on Wednesdays is cool. The menu is a bit smaller, but delicious! Will be back.

  • Charles Smith

Call Little biker bar in Jacksonville with plenty of parking. We met some nice people and had a nice couple of hours.
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Chicken Wings
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Christian B. Arboleda

If you're into frequenting a local, good old fashioned pub/bar then this is the place for you. The barkeep is super friendly and i met the owner who is a gem of a teddy bear and also very friendly. Prices are decent and you're very well taken care of. Trust me, it's worth getting to know the people who work there.

  • Gabi Colon

Love this place. Come here every Wednesday for 50 cent wings. Beverly is the best bartender and Jackie always kills it in the kitchen!
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Kathy

It was a chill atmosphere the band scoff-law was by far amazing the bartender Beverly was on top of her game.. one of the best bartenders and the owner John was friendly and welcoming... Definitely a ten out of ten...
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Ashley Scianna

Loved Bingo on Thursday nights, They give you lots of food, good beer, and serving liquor soon. Very friendly, they have daily specials. Highly recommended for Arlington etc.
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Simeon Carras

I guess you have to be a regular to try and fit in around there I did get in a conversation with one of the bartenders and she was quite friendly I plan on visiting there again very soon I think it's a really great place it has a lot of potential

  • Brooklyn1 Shanks

That little hole in the wall that people call is familia great place to sit n relax n always good food Darell congratulations ma and pa on the four and a half Stars love you Brooklyn liz Merry Christmas and Happy New year …

  • Madi Danielle

First time here, and we had a great experience. The food was excellent! Highly recommend the bacon burger with loaded tots! Went during the day, so we really got to talk to the locals and the staff. Really enjoyed the hospitality and

  • Leon Jonjock

If you're in Arlington get over here on University Boulevard North to the Broken Spoke Lounge pool tables dance floor roundabout bar loaded you box cheap drinks lots of fun a must go to place in Arlington for the old school folks

  • Katrina

Always friendly wait staff never crowded pool table my only take away not positive was beer n wine only I only drink the real Mccoy lol not gonna waste calories on malt they did have like flavored parrot bay shots so I dealt

  • Smith M

Should be Folio best of Jax bar.. has been my favorite place to shoot pool since I was a teenager..
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes

  • Al Bloodworth

Jackie, the cook has got it down. It’s the farthest from bar food when she’s on the job, more like home cooking! I recommend the cheeseburger, it’s huge.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Charles Russell

It was suppose to be Puppy Bowl Benefit for Pets Dogs & Cats .. I showed up to Donate Pet Toys at the scheduled time for the Benefit which we my Dog and I did .. Then my dog and I where asked to leave !

  • Steven Vigue

Very slow had to wait 10 min for a beer, and the cost for a draft beer was high for a local bar. I would not recommend this place.
Price per person
$1–10
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 2

  • Richard “Slick Rick” Bell

Great atmosphere. Good pool tournaments every week. The Establishment is just the right size, being that it doesn't have too many people making it over crowded and making it easy to enjoy yourself.

  • Bethany Scully

Nice, small, hole in the wall type pool hall! It reminds me of the one we used to visit in my hometown. Interesting customers and wonderful staff. This is our go to place. Doesn't get too crowded.

  • ashe diz

Nice little hole in the wall. The poor bartender looks like she's older than dirt, but very sweet. Only beer and wine, but the food is awesome! My husband loves wings and he raved about you them.

  • R ed

Amazing great service great environment and loved our little tiki candle holder handmade by the sweet lady working there. Can't wait to revisit this little gem!

  • Tucker Mark

Nice little dive bar. Cheap beer, friendly patrons and staff, and an excellent chicken sandwich. Feels like a "beer and a shot" kind of place, but no liquor.

  • Matt B

Small local neighborhood beer bar. Limited wine single serve selection but quarter tables for pool games and a homely atmosphere. It grows on one

  • Erica Morris

Always a good time here, sweet little hole in the wall bar with super welcoming staff. Blue always takes care of me and holds it down ❤

  • Lena Elias

The bartender is nice . Good vibes and pool also allowed to smoke inside so that can be a plus or a minus however you wanna look at it

  • Michael Degraaf

Not bad typical dive bar but very cozy and the people were really super nice and I saw Dog the Bounty Hunter there good experience

  • M .P.

Cool place to do beer bongs in your car
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • PuddinCup1

Great group of regulars, great bartenders and live music/karaoke
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • william forbis

Free pool after 8pm cheap pitchers of beer and darts u can smoke inside!!(rare for jacksonville) great atmosphere

  • Ma Chu

Everyone was friendly & they had pool tables. As good as it gets for a dive bar in Florida. Good beer prices too.

  • DARRELL MANNING

THE HOURS ARE 11AM THROUGH 2AM SUNDAY THROUGH SATURDAY GREAT PLACE WINGS AND BURGERS ARE YUMMIELICIOUS !!!!!

  • becky osborne

Its a friendly place, also drinks are nice and cold. As u can see there is pool tables and dart boards.

  • Jackie Lee

Great atmosphere and coldest beer in town ! Good wine selection and the food is AWESOME! …

  • A.C. Moore

One of the few original bars still in Arlington. Great ppl needs a facelift or tummy tuck.

  • Lori Dales

Cold beer and cheap pool. Mr Kelly is an awesome bartender. We had a great time.❤ …

  • Rob Johns

great dive bar, friendly staff
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • SKYLER SWISHER

The place to be for trivia every Saturday at 8pm. Love the hot wings and burgers.

  • Beverly Kight

Best dive bar in Jacksonville. Great food menu. Big selection of beer and wines.

  • marie sparks

This place is awesome. Great food and good people. Best bartenders in town.

  • Mark Ubel

Feels great having a place that makes me feel like I'm welcome

  • Leeanna Church

Awesome people had a great end tp my mother's day night

  • AkiraXLR1

Quaint.... Yevette always makes a lovely host...

  • Dréa Sowell

Bartenders are nice. Not very outgoing, but nice

  • Lynn Emerson

Love the place and people all ways have a blast

  • Arlington Austronaut

This place has great food at an affordable rate

  • HASAAAN PIKERRR IM COMING TO KILL YOU

Best bar in Jax. Come by and play some pool

  • David C

Cool jukebox, pool table n friendly bar

  • Watchful Wings Public Safety

Great place to hangout when your bored.

  • Adreana “AJ” Lingard

Amazing! Coach Kelly is the sweetest ❤

  • Rick bell

Fun with good people and great food.

  • yung mophead

"where everybody knows your name" ~

  • Dani M

Pool darts beer, pretty cool spot.

  • Mindy Martinez

Hangout here all the time …

  • Baked

Cozy and chill. I'll be around!

  • Michael Barnes

Cheap beer and good pool tables

  • Erica Spofford

Great little bar...had a blast

  • Richard Prisock

Great staff and good people!!!

  • Terrence Hahn

Best hole in the wall period.

  • KBR

Always have fun and no drama.

  • Ryan McGibany

It's one of my go too's

  • Jonathan Jones

Nice place to hang out

  • John Biggerstaff

Trivia and pool.tables

  • Eliza Chick

Indoor smoking …

  • jayson schaffer

Quite get away place

  • César Ruiz

Great dive Bar...

  • Lorna Hagist

Had a great time.

  • Charles Thomas

It's a dive bar.

  • Nick Kielman

Great hangout!!!

  • Jay Tyme

Great atmosphere

  • Nathan Kennon

Friendly people

  • Curtis Barclay

Wonderful staff

  • William Yates

Little pricey .

  • Tiffany Henderson

love this place

  • Jamaal Lee

Old school bar

  • Will Evans

Good wings!!!

  • Ian McDonald

Great tables

  • Nikki Lance

Luv this plc

  • William Gunnarsson

It's a dive.

  • Cecelia Moritz

Great folks

  • Brian Krajcer

Good place

  • Harr ison

Fun dive

  • Preston Short

Awesome

  • Mark Rawls

Pool

  • John Baker Case

Kool

  • Jayson Schaffer

Eh

  • Frank Wade
  • Leslie Hermesdorf
  • Ilant Geiger
  • Rickey Smith
  • Debra LaPointe
  • Laura M
  • Crafty Barnardo
  • Joseph Potter
  • Mike Duffy

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