Visiting Jackson for the day, my boyfriend and I were looking for a good diner to eat at early…read moremorning. My fiancé LOVES a good pancake, so we took a chance at Max's House of Pancakes. The restaurant is conveniently placed right next to a free 2-hour parking lot that had plenty of spaces open at 8:45am. We were promptly seated after walking in and greeted by our server. She brought us soda and coffee and then took our orders. My fiancé asked for a side of bacon to be on the rare side (flopping), but was told that the chef precooks some items, so he probably wouldn't be willing to make a fresh to order side of bacon. Our food came out really quickly, the side of French toast i ordered was delicious and a much larger size than i anticipated. My fiancé, who claims to be a "pancake connoisseur" said his Chocolate chip pancakes were amazing. The bacon fell short of expectations, but overall the meal was excellent. The prices on the menu aren't insane compared to the size and quality of most of the food items. I think a few tweaks to the aesthetics of the restaurant, and more flexibility by the chef would go a long way. Definitely come in if you're hungry, and looking to avoid breaking the bank for a great brunch.

Had left Grand Rapids that morning after being in town for a wedding. We'd been on the road for a…read morewhile and needed something to eat. Did a quick yelp search and found this place. The decor isn't much to speak of, but the food is excellent! Lots of available parking too. Would recommend!

Excellent food, good service, and a funny menu. The perfect "retro diner". The Greek omelette was…read moreoutstanding, and coffee was delicious.

Saw great reviews so wanted to try this place. Went on a Friday morning around 10:30 am and it was…read morepacked, had to sit at the bar on a stool next to the cash register. Food was average breakfast food. Service was very good, all servers were friendly and attentive. Glad I gave it a try, but building is too small for such a popular business.

Parking lot was full, but was seated right away. Cute place, very cozy and friendly vibe. They…read moreserve breakfast and lunch and a variety of deserts and homemade pies. We ordered off of the daily specials menu. The cornbread pancakes topped with chili, cheddar cheese and your choice of eggs. The pancakes were sweet like a jiffy type corn bread which complimented the chili and eggs. I topped it off with hot sauce. Also had the special frittata which had spinach, mushrooms, onions and your choice of muffin (chose the pumpkin) and seasonal fruit.

Mom and pop diner feel. Food was very good and service was outstanding. I would definitely go…read moreback and recommend.

I always try new places when out in the field for work. This was in the area and seemed good. I got…read morethe Grifters Grub (I believe) and it was good. Hasbrowns were golden and toast slightly burnt. Good food for good price. Small cafe, so be warned about seating. Service was good, nice lady. It's got a laid-back attitude. Don't expect a rush.

We eat here about once a week and every time the food is absolutely delicious. It's always super…read morebusy and has its regulars. Definitely worth a try if you're looking for a Saturday morning home feeling breakfast.

We ended up at Cracker Barrel because it was one of the only restaurants anywhere near our hotel,…read morewhich is usually how Cracker Barrel happens. Not complaining though -- I've been to Cracker Barrel before and I genuinely love it. Comfort food, rocking chairs, and a gift shop you accidentally walk through every single time? Sign me up. If you have ever been to one, the place is very comforting, and reminds you of taking a wagon train out east. We placed our order and quickly realized our server was probably new. I actually admire anyone jumping into the trenches and figuring things out on the fly, because we've all been there. Unfortunately, he didn't seem to have much backup, and things started slipping through the cracks. A few forgotten items here, a missing thing there -- nothing malicious, just very clearly a learning curve in progress. I do give him credit for the effort and staying polite throughout. When the food finally came out, it was the usual Cracker Barrel situation: portions large enough to feed a small family. We ordered a variety of items -- baked potato, side of broccoli, a NY steak, and I went with the pot roast skillet. Flavor-wise, the skillet was good, but wow... it leaned hard into the salt. Like, one more sprinkle and we'd be in ocean territory. That said, the pecan skillet completely redeemed the experience. Absolutely delicious. Sweet, comforting, and exactly what you want when you're eating at a place known for comfort food. Overall, classic Cracker Barrel vibes: big portions, familiar flavors, a bit of chaos, and at least one dish that makes you glad you stopped. I'd still come back, maybe just with a glass of water ready for that pot roast. Oh and of course to the gift shop that has everything under the sun. I made it out with some candy sticks, some bit-o-honey, since i haven't seen that candy in ages and some other classic candies.

My daughter did a pick up on Easter at 8:30 pm. I ordered Chicken Tenders. They were over cook, dry…read moreand chewy. I could not eat them. The corn bread was fine.

Small spot. Thankfully we had part of our party there with a table…read more We ordered a Coney Island hotdog, NY hotdog, eggs and hash brown and toast, rooster omelet, turkey Rueben and small baby Greek salad and some coffees. The NY dog tasted better than the Coney dog. The coney didn't taste the way it was expected, but it had a lot of ground meat on it. The egg, hash brown and toast was as expected. The rooster omelet wasn't too bad. The turkey Rueben was okay, would have been better with kraut instead of creamy slaw. The Greek salad was so-so, nothing so special about it. The onion rings were good at least. The woman at the checkout gave me such a hard time for asking for a copy of the credit card receipt, she asked why the itemized isn't good enough. She told me if I want the credit card receipt, she's taking the itemized bill. I said I would still like a copy of both the itemized as well as the credit card receipt. She placed both back on the counter top with a bit too much drama. How lazy, rude, totally unprofessional and unpleasant was the checkout staff member. The table service and food was a 3. The checkout service was a big fat zero! The experience was ruined by one person here.

You know the food is good because the parking lot is always full. The goulash reminds me of home…read more Great omelettes and enough for a friend. Love the tuna melt. Great service and a friendly atmosphere. Just wish they still had Coke products.

Dropped in for a late lunch on a Wednesday at Steve's Ranch Family Restaurant in Jackson, and it…read morewas exactly what I needed after a long drive. No wait to be seated, and the vibe is super laid-back--nothing fancy, just a classic, clean spot where locals clearly feel at home. My server was friendly and quick to take my drink order while I looked over the menu. I went with the hot turkey, and honestly, it hit the spot. The turkey was tender and juicy like it had been slow-roasted, and the gravy was rich and poured on generously--just how I like it. It tasted like something your grandma would make, in the best way. Food came out fast (maybe 10 minutes), and everything felt freshly made. I didn't try any sides or desserts this time, but I'll definitely be swinging back through if I'm in Jackson again. Feels like the kind of place that doesn't try to be trendy--it just does what it does well.

I had the chicken Caesar salad. The croutons were greasy, the chicken was bland, and the salad…read moredressing tasted like plain mayonnaise. I would certainly not recommend it.

Sexy vibe, intimate setting, delicious food and drinks and great staff!…read more Stopped in for brunch and had the biscuits n' gravy w/ chicken sausage and fried catfish & grits. Both were accompanied by creole gravy that really brought it all together. We also snagged the beignets and hot honey peach cheesecake to go....mmm mmm so good. Brunch wouldn't be complete without a mimosa and it was just the right mix of champs and oj. And last but not least, the staff was great. Attentive, friendly and helped make those tough menu decisions. Such a fun experience...good things are gonna happen for this place. Be sure to check it out for brunch, dinner or late night entertainment.

Ambiguous about a dress code. Hinted at there not being one. Showed up on a hot summer eve in a…read morelight pullover, harem pants and sandals. Got seated at the bar only to then be approached by someone (owner, I think) and told that they had a dress code. We left immediately and never went back.​

We love going to Candis. ALWAYS Excellent service & consistent food every time. Breakfast is our…read morepersonal favorite but the lunch menu is great too. Also, delicious coffee! Consistent every single time! Love Candis.

Stopped in for brunch on a whim after visiting a local bakery. Ordered chicken and waffles plus…read morechicken fried bacon; yes, chicken fried bacon. Huge portions. Good prices. Great service. My only critique is that the food could have been seasoned better. The breading was on the bland side. Be sure to try the spicy maple syrup if you get the chicken and waffle. Ups the flavor tremendously!

This review is only for their chicken:…read more Found out about the place via the social media... I finally had an opportunity to stop by the other day. I got the 3 pcs meal - leg, thigh and wings meal, got the mac-n-cheese. It also came with coleslaw and a roll. I wasn't a fan of the mac-n-cheese, while decent, it was bland. Same with the chicken, while it was perfectly cooked, it was bland. I did enjoy the coleslaw. Overall, 3 stars for the food, but 5 stars for the friendly staff members at the store.

Great chicken dinners at awesome price. Puts KFC the shame. Also good breakfast and lunch dealsread more