Binghamton's Best

Say Hello to Spiedies at Manders 22

by Lori Allen 
​My Wandering Fork

Hold onto your forks, friends--
because Manders 22 has arrived in St. Johns!

Straight from the heart of Binghamton, NY, the legendary Spiedies have made their way south, and my taste buds are very thankful. If you’ve never had one, let me paint the picture: juicy, tender white chicken, marinated in Salamida’s secret blend of Italian herbs, garlic, vinegar (and who knows what magic else), then chargrilled to perfection and served on a roll. No fuss. No mess. Just pure, simple, delicious greatness.

And who do we have to thank for this culinary blessing? None other than the awesome father-son duo, Jake and Jeff Manders, who brought their hometown specialty down to our sunny corner of Florida. 🙌


But wait, there’s more...

They’ve also mastered the art of the smash burger. We’re talking juicy, flavorful patties—single, double, even triple if you're brave—with just the essentials: pickle, onion, and their signature sauce. No need for fancy toppings when the basics are this good.

Oh, and don’t skip the waffle fries. Or the chocolate chip cookie. (Seriously. Don’t.) And just when I thought I’d tried it all, along comes their “Not So Your Italian Sub.” Imported meats, arugula, pesto, and a spicy red pepper relish it was like a party in my mouth. It's not your average deli fare—it's a flavor bomb.


Where Flavor Meets Family

Good food tells a story. Great food lives one. At Manders 22, every burger, sub, and Spiedie is part of a legacy — and it tastes like it.

Manders 22 is not simply another entry in the fast-casual dining scene, but the realization of a decades-old vision between a father and son. The name itself carries personal weight: “22” was the jersey number they both wore, a thread of loyalty and connection stitched through years of shared sports and memories. The restaurant began with a single phone call—Jake dialing his father, Jeff—to finally turn a long-held dream into reality. The result is a kitchen that marries bold flavors with the unmistakable imprint of family.

Manders 22 is all about Smashburgers, Subs, and Spiedies — done right. No shortcuts, no pre-made anything. Every burger is smashed fresh to order, every sub generously stacked, and the Spiedies? Perfectly marinated and grilled like they actually care (because they do).

But here’s the thing that hit me most — you can taste the pride. This isn’t just food, it’s family. From the first bite to the last, there’s a sense of warmth, tradition, and purpose behind every order. It’s the kind of spot that makes you feel like a regular, even if it’s your first visit.


Lucky us.
So if you’re anywhere near St. Johns and your fork is feeling a little... wander-y, you need to track these guys down.