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    CJ's American Grill

    4.3 (161 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    CJ'S AMERICAN GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Kids Chicken Fingers & Fries for Kids
    Joanna D.

    We come here every year after we cut down our tree at the tree farms and we always have a wonderful experience. The wait staff is so nice and accommodating and the food never disappoints. It's tucked away in a shopping center but don't bypass this hidden gem. This trip, we just did some drinks and appetizers and it was fabulous. We had the nachos with chicken and the bang bang shrimp and my daughter had the kids chicken fingers. The nachos were piled high with so much chicken and toppings! Delicious as always. I had a bourbon Mule and a pumpkin beer and both were awesome. Can't wait to go back!

    Birthday dessert board filled with scrumptious after dinner treats!
    Bri M.

    For the past decade CJs has been our "go to" establishment for many family gatherings, celebrations and date nights. We are grateful for their genuine staff, quality food and family friendly atmosphere. Always a great evening!

    Dj Dee Love M.

    The food was so delicious and the strawberries been delicious chicken Parmesan and french fries was great the waiter was actually great. He's very nice. Very polite. I would definitely come back here again. Happy Valentine's Day to all staff that works here from your friend Dj Dee Love.

    Fried chicken sandwich

    Worst place ever, my mom is elegiac to red meat and cheese. After we got are food more then half a hour later wen we received the food,her plate full of cheese I mean every we're then my soup (seafood soup) it came cremated I mean I like creepy soups but not my crimps and crab the wen got something let's the fries we covered in this barbecue powder if I want it I'll ask

    Mariah B.

    Came here on a trip out East today. The restaurant has a very "homey" vibe. Diners were watching the football game and workers were very nice. I ordered simple chicken and fingers and fries (with seasoning) and my husband ordered the CJ burger. Both were very good! My entree came with pickles which NEVER happens - huge plus! The seasoning on my fries reminded me of a delicious wing place by me and it was very good, but there was a little too much seasoning for my liking. My husband enjoyed his burger. CJ's has a very extensive menu and I will make an effort to try a nice steak (they have great variety) the next time I am in the area.

    Going above and beyond for the community!! Such a blessing.

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    3 years ago

    Neighborhood Gem! Absolutely great food m. You can't go wrong with any dish. And the service and people working there are first class!!!

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    Love this spot for a date night ! My husband always takes his friends here too. The food is so delicious and the owners are super nice !

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    Quaint bar and grill hidden between row stores. Excellent service. Great food and spirits.

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    This is not anything that the photos show. Got tricked into going to this place twice. This is really located in a ran down plaza.

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    4 years ago

    Local cozy friendly neighborhood bar and restaurant. Good burgers, great bang bang shrimp! Good hang out!

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