Jack Allen's has become such a special place for our family. We're regulars and eat here at least once a week, and every single visit reminds us why we keep coming back. The food is always incredible, but what truly sets this place apart is the people. Kylie, Nathan, Maddie, and so many others on the team consistently go above and beyond to make us feel welcomed, cared for, and genuinely valued. Their kindness never feels forced -- it's just who they are. One moment that really stayed with me was when I brought my young niece, who has several allergies and can also be a bit picky with food. The chef personally came out to our table to ask thoughtful questions, understand her allergies better, and make sure she felt safe and comfortable eating there. That level of care meant so much to our family. Now that I'm pregnant, the staff continues to be just as attentive, accommodating, and thoughtful. They always make sure I'm comfortable and taken care of, and it honestly feels like visiting friends every time we walk through the door. Restaurants with great food are everywhere. Restaurants with genuinely wonderful people are rare. Jack Allen's is one of those rare places, and we're incredibly grateful for the amazing team there. read more

Came for dinner with our friends. We arrived and were greeted warmly and seated immediately. The restaurant was clean and service was very attentive. We started off with the queso and guacamole. They queso was delicious and while the guacamole was fresh it needed some salt. For my meal I got the special which was the bacon wrapped meatloaf. It was flavorful and cooked correctly. My only recommendation would have been to give some more sauce for the meatloaf. My husband got the fried pork chop and said it was cooked perfectly and that the gravy was delicious. Overall, an enjoyable meal and we would return. read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Fried pork chop - New American Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas

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We go to jack Allen's regularly, but this time the exception was our server Deborah!! We wanted to go somewhere just for drinks, and whenever we go to a restaurant for only drinks, we have seen servers not being happy about it, as we are not heavy drinkers either, 2cocktails each is our max. So I was bit hesitant to go to JA just for drinks, but was not in a mood do drive for proper cocktail bars, so went to JA, seated outside and our Deborah was do nice and understanding, gave us exceptional service even though we were there just for couple of drinks and pimento cheese and crackers, even at 9pm she was so full of energy, welcoming, and attentive, Thankyou Deborah!! read more

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LOVE Jack Allen's, no matter when I go or what I order, it's always a great meal! Love their Mexican Martinis, too.

Y'all, I love a good happy hour! I definitely love a good happy hour that has great service, yummy drinks and delicious food! Jack Allen's never disappoints! Jack Allen's has half off all appetizers and a dollar off all cocktails and wine. And Monday night has great happy hour deals. Anywho, I had the house red wine and we ordered several of the happy hour appetizers. My favorites were the chips and salsa and the barbacoa quesadilla. It was so delicious and I will be ordering that again. You'll have to try that quesadilla! Most of all, Our servers were the best. We had two, One was in training and you could not even tell. She did great! They were friendly, attentive and prompt. I'm looking forward to many more happy hours at Jack Allen's kitchen read more

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Dude what???? Who know a random chain restaurant would have one of the best enchiladas I have ever tasted? Was it because it was Barbacoa? Was it the mojito I had? Or the fact I was starving?? Who knows? What I do know is that it was delicious. Now, the rice and beans were chain restaurant vibes, but I was so pleasantly surprised by the enchiladas. Kaylee took great care of us and excited to go back next time I'm in Austin. We also combined the blueberry lemonade w a vodka shot, was yummy and then they made me a black cherry mojito, also yummy. read more

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Came here for the first time, and wasn't impressed. The place was nice and clean. The staff did a good job serving. I am not a fan of the dish I ordered. While I'd give it a 9 for appearance, the taste was more around 6.7. It just didn't do it for me. Not sure I'll return. Maybe if someone invites me. read more

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I love this place. We've been so many times I've lost count. Never get bored of the food. Service is nice and the vibes are great for all kinds of occasions. Drinks are really good and even my MIL who eats gluten free and is particular about eating out likes this place! It definitely speaks highly of this restaurant. read more

We recently moved back to Texas and years ago we used to go to Jack Allen in Round Rock. We were looking forward to revisiting. This year we went to the one in Cedar Park. The pimento cheese appetizer is great. The green tomato appetizer is great. A bit disappointed with the blue crab ravioli it is stuffed with spinach and then there's a lemon sauce, but the blue crab was practically nonexistent so I would just make it a ravioli with lemon sauce and skip the crab because there was hardly any on this dish. On the first side of the service was phenomenal. read more

This place is consistent good. And we frequent here on Fridays for our standard end of week fare. Best food happy hour in town. And service is always . We went here during their happy hour (3:30-6:30pm M-F) and stuck with their happy hour items and we got super full. Appetizer is 1/2 off and drinks are $1 off and I believe $4 off wine bottle. We always enjoy their barbacoa quesadilla and guac on the appetizers menu. Kids menu options are great too. Our son always loves their kids Mac & cheese but today he got cheese quesadilla. Portion is small but would be perfect if yours doesn't eat much. It comes with a side of fries or fruits and includes a drink. read more

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Jack Allen's Kitchen has a nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and quality ingredients, but this location didn't quite live up to my expectations. The food was good, but it wasn't as consistently flavorful or memorable as what I've experienced at the South Austin location on Highway 71. Service was courteous, and the restaurant was clean and inviting, but overall the experience felt a little less polished. I'd still give it another try, but for now I prefer the Highway 71 location. read more

Christmas dinner with friends. Server Courtney was superb. Guacamole and salsa appetizer was excellent. Entrees of Horseradish crusted salmon and redfish daily special were superb. Friends enjoyed the pimento cheese appetizer as well as the chicken fried pork chop and the crab cake daily special. Turning down the lights 2 levels was too much. read more

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Excellent brunch menu! I made a reservation and got a great booth on the side with a great view but still quiet enough to hear my dining partner. We started with the guacamole and chips and it was fantastic. They don't skimp on the amount or put annoying strips of lettuce underneath to add volume. It was the perfect start to the day. We all settled on the same dish: the ruby red trout. I would say it's the best thing on the menu; flavorful, plenty, and affordable. For dessert, we tried the apple crumble with ice cream. Though I normally don't crave apple desserts, the apple crumble was salty sweet and the ice cream was my favorite because it tasted homemade. Jack Allen's is a favorite of mine but this was my first brunch there and my out of town guest loved it. read more

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Came here to celebrate a kid's birthday and had a great experience. One child in our group has severe food allergies, and the staff handled it with incredible care and patience. The manager even came over to help us walk through the menu and recommend safe options, which we really appreciated. The food was excellent--from the crispy flatbread to the salmon and baked pasta with chicken. To top it off, the birthday boy got a surprise on-the-house cake and ice cream. Thoughtful service, great food, and a place we'd happily return to. read more

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Three and a half of us visited for their Sunday brunch. They do have a great brunch menu including cocktails. We started with the Barbacoa Stackers. This App is large enough for 3 to share. The barbacoa is spiced perfetly and very tender. This app is served with refried black beans, Jack cheese, JAK slaw, Cotija cheese. I could do these as an entree. In fact I continued with their Barbaco Enchiladas. Like our App the meat was tender with plenty of spice. One nit it came with an egg topper but I was not asked how I wanted my egg cooked. Our table also ordered the Steak Taco & Fundido Skillet. This entree was piled high with beef tenderloin, veggies, Oaxaca cheese, and grilled jalepenos. I had to remind my companion diner to inform the server how she wanted her steak cooked as she was not asked. A service highlight was how accomodating they were for our special 10 month old guest. Her food was served quickly and we were able to enjoy our brunch by keeping her occupied as we dined. The JA's in the CP is good but this my favorite location for HH and SundayFunday brunch. read more

Jack Allan's rocks! Especially when it comes to food and ambience. This location in Cedar Park is my least favorite of the multiple locations in the area, but it's still overall good spot. The food was outstanding as always. This visit I went with the trout for my entrée and it was cooked to perfection, it was very tasty and was a very generous portion size. My one complaint on this visit would be on the service. It was Very slow and not very attentive, which is very much non-Jack Allan. I will treat it as a one off and just go onto another day My dining companions enjoyed the fish tacos and a delicious mammoth salad that left her plenty of stuff to take home. The birthday dessert was a nice touch, along with a birthday card signed by all the staff members was pretty cool. Nice touch by Jack Alan to make the birthday person feel a little special. read more

This place is not worth the hype. Everything we ordered from the appetizers to the entrees was either bad or "meh." I think they're trying to do too much, and they're not "good" at anything. The ingredients seem good, but the flavors are off. For my entree, I had the Stewed Chicken Tinga Tacos, and they were just okay. I don't think I'll be back. read more

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Stopped in for a late lunch and was not disappointed. I ordered the special of bang bang shrimp bowl with Asian slaw and fried rice= deliciousness. Bartender, Lisa, was on point with great friendly service, energy and made the Tito's sage and grapefruit cocktail with a splash of soda, very good! I will be back. read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Bang Bang Shrimp special - New American Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas

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You can't go wrong by visiting Jack Allens. All items are curated to burst flavors of goodness in every bite. Today I had the tacos and pancakes. Though two extremes, both very delicious. Service was perfect and your food comes out in a timely manner and as always a memorable meal. read more

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We've been coming to Jack Allen's for about a year now, and Amanda has consistently been our favorite waitress. Her service is always friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, which is why we specifically request her whenever we visit. She always makes sure everything is perfect and makes the whole dining experience feel special. Amanda is a big reason we keep coming back! read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Avocado Toast - New American Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas

I really enjoyed my time here! Food was excellent! Especially the pimento cheese! This is a MUST try! I'm pretty picky when it comes to my pimento cheese, I loved my mother's and I rarely come across someone else's recipe that I like! Service was great! Our waitress was kind, friendly and full of suggestions. The restaurant was full, but quiet and also clean! I had the soup of the day, Poblano chicken was tasted amazing! Homemade and fresh! We tried the biscuits and while we did like them, they were a little too heavy. The kids cheeseburger was very tasty and the fries were nice and crispy on the outside! Also had the Barbados enchiladas and enjoyed every bite! The Migas were also enjoyed! I had the mango habanero margarita, the bartender was a heavy pourer and made this drink EXACTLY the way I like it! Jack Allen's Kitchen did not disappoint and we can wait to go back! read more

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I'm a fan of Jack Allen's. My SO not as much. I love so many things on their menu and frequently get the trout both salad and dinner. Last time I got their tacos which were good too just not as good as trout. The pimento cheese are awesome and I don't even like pimento cheese. Service is quick and staff are mindful of timing to check on diners which is nice. They are pleasant even at closing which means a lot. read more

This place was quite tasty! We were seated right when we walked in and were served by a girl who was filling in for our very busy server. We started off with water and then our real server greeted us. The ambiance was great, perfect music volume and songs. Our server made suggestions I was not so crazy about aka Fish and I decided not to get that. Instead, we ordered the steak queso fajitas and some appetizers and they were great! read more

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Let me just start off with saying that we received amazing service here! Our server was super friendly and patiently explained the menu with us. We opted for the chicken fried steak which I thought was a bit too chewy of a texture for me (not as crunchy as I'd prefer) but still a wholesome meal with the mash and cooked veggie sides. The fat jack burger was what stole the show! thick meaty patty with a yummy kick from the jalapeño mayonnaise & hickory sauce. My favorite plate- dare I say was the dessert. It was a nice little surprise. The apple cobbler was warm, cinnamony, with the sweet crunchy candied pecans and streusel. The vanilla bean ice cream really pulled it all together. I would literally come back just for the cobbler! This place is a great for bigger parties, plenty of parking and lively interior. They also have a bar area great for watching games and grabbing a bite. read more

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Wow. We came back after a great first visit & had an extremely unpleasant experience. We got there and wait was 20 minutes so we sat at bar while waiting for a table. Ordered two mocktails - the Mango Rita and the Cucumber Mint Tonic - as well as the special appetizer of fried zucchini. Drinks took a while to get and after about 15 minutes we were told it looked like they were out of zucchini but he'd try to wrestle some up for us. Our table was ready and they made us cash out at the bar despite our drinks not being ready. No mention of the zucchini but it wasn't on our tab. We paid and moved to table. Our server, who I won't name but the Manager is aware of, came over and introduced himself. He asked if we wanted water and we said we did. I asked him if he could check with the bartender to see if they were able to get the zucchini. He did and they were sold out. I asked if they had onion rings and he said they did so we ordered those instead. We also placed our food order - a steak and arugula salad and the trout. He left. We never got our water. I had a few sips of my drink, which tasted like dirty water. Our onion rings came. They came with ketchup and I asked the runner for ranch (which we never got). The onion rings were awful - soggy, greasy, under-seasoned. But our server never came by to ask. Minutes later our entrees arrived. Still no water, no ranch, no server. I had a couple of bites of the trout - which was delicious - but I needed something to drink. It had easily been 15 minutes since we'd seen our server so I went to the hostess stand, where the manager (Gary) was. He came back to the table where I explained we didn't have water, we didn't care for the onion rings (which were also supposed to be an appetizer) and that I wanted to swap out the drink. He took care of getting us water and replaced my drink. We shared with him that the service was seriously lacking tonight, unlike our last visit. We ate and didn't see our server again until we were almost finished. By this time, we were over the lack of service and said we didn't need anything. We were almost finished eating. I had finished and he cleared my plate. He offered us a free dessert and we said no thank you. He came back to drop the check and attempted to take my husband's plate while he was eating. This upset my husband, who had already had it with the service. Long and short, the server asked (not nicely) what the issue was - if he'd "done something" to us. My husband said no and to just leave it alone. The server persisted and then the two of them started getting a little heated, attracting attention from other diners. I stepped in and (calmly) explained the issues we'd had with service. Now he started to give me attitude and I politely reminded him I was answering his question - factually - not raising my voice, not arguing. This calmed him down a bit but he was still being very defensive. My husband jumped in and told the server we wouldn't be back due to the horrible service to which the server replied "Good because I never want to see your face again". While I'm sure that felt great in the moment, it is a clear indicator of the maturity level & emotional regulation of this server. I understand having a bad night. We all have them. But this server was so rude on top of simply not doing his job, it was insult to injury. Don't ask for feedback if you don't want to hear it. The service was absolutely terrible and his wanting to argue with us about our experience made the situation so much worse. He stormed off & left the payment machine, after deducting the drink and onion rings I pointed out shouldn't be on the check. I paid and requested a receipt but several minutes later - nothing. I had to ask the manager for it on the way out the door. There was a video camera facing our table. I hope management reviews it. Being treated disrespectfully on top of bad service makes for a horrible experience. The food here is good but not worth the unpleasant experience. This was seriously one of the most unhinged dining experiences I've ever had. read more

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For a chain restaurant, Jack Allen's Kitchen consistently hits a surprisingly high mark. The food is fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared, with plenty of simple and healthy options alongside more indulgent choices. There's a lot of variety on the menu, and everything we've tried has been solid -- it's the kind of place where you can bring anyone and everyone will find something they like. Reliable, delicious, and always a good choice for a casual meal out. read more

Love it here, this is a usual spot for me and friends. Their happy hour is popular so get here early if that's your thing. Their happy hour house margaritas and catfish and my absolute go to. I do wish the margaritas were bigger as they're small cups with lots of ice and for the price it's hard to justify. Aside from that the staff is always friendly and service typically quick. read more

Went with friends and tried a few different menu options. The burger I was told was delicious, I know the fries were I've had the Barbacoa enchiladas before and always loved them. I tried the green chili pork skillet this time which was surprisingly filling and took more than half home. read more

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What a nice surprise to find this place during our stay near Austin. Don't let the name fool you, the food is amazing. It is freshly prepared with some interesting combination of flavors. The descriptions will make your mouth water just from reading the menu. Oh, the pork dish and crab stuff chicken were off the chart. Their cheese appetizer with barbacoa to start off was the right choice. Overall, many of the selections were more upscale, although the prices were beyond fair. Service was friendly and the manager was thankful to hear about our experience and even convinced us to top off the meal with the Carmel apple bourbon cobbler served in a skillet and topped with ice cream. We finished it too fast for a picture but the memory lives on in my taste buds. The inside seating is comfortable, causal and relaxing. This is definitely not the franchise type of restaurant that I thought I walked into. Try the selections off the special menu and you can thank me later. read more

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Sweet today for brunch as the significant other (SO) had a hankering for pancakes. Made a reservation for noon, and arrived around the same, and was promptly seated. I believe we were the only folks that day to make a reservation.... Great, great service, super friendly waitress and other team members. Nice ambience, didn't feel rushed and felt very welcome and comfortable. My significant had the Stacked buttermilk pancakes and ordered a side of bacon, which she declared was beyond perfect ( the bacon ). I had the Chicken and Biscuits. Both dishes were great, as were the smashed breakfast potatoes that came with my order. I could only eat half of my order, and brought the rest home. Collectively we devoured the pancakes. In addition, the So had a grapefruit mimosa which she loved. Very nice brunch on a Saturday, will return again! We also got a nice set of crackers with pimento cheese (yum) and ice of fruit to start. Yum! I need to work on my reviewing chops and photos! I went back in forth between Good and Great, but our experience was great, so there you have it. read more

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We always have a great experience at the Cedar Park JAK location. Last night was no exception! We had a 6 pm reservation and arrived 10 early. We were seated immediately and had our drinks delivered within another 5 minutes. Our appetizer arrived quickly and I checked my watch when our entrees showed up and it was 6:20. The food and service were great and our server was friendly and attentive. Looking forward to our next visit! read more

Food was wonderful, but Ansley out server was the highlight of our night. She was super attentive and knowledgable. We enjoyed dining with her. She was hilarious and could handle my dad's "dad joke" banter all night. 10/10 Give this gorl a raise!!! read more

Never disappointed whenever we go to Jack Allen's Kitchen. Every dinning experience is like you're being dipped into the holy water of Texas. The baptism by home cooked Texas dishes are exactly what you want when eating locally sourced food. Once you are seated you start with the pimiento cheese and flatbread cracker, even if you don't like pimiento cheese just have amnesia for one meal and let your tastebuds decide. Paired nicely with a round of fried green tomatoes and a local brew, it's how Stephen F. Austin and Sam Houston would have wanted it. Main course dishes that span the eclectic pallet that is at the very heart of Austin eating. I do not recommend anything over any other dish but I have had the Crab stuffed Chicken more times than I can count. If you close your eyes and throw a dart at the menu you will be satisfied and have a new favorite at the top of your dinner list. Wind down your meal with a decadent piece of caramel apple bourbon cobbler, perhaps to go? You're sleeping like a baby and talking about your meal the next day! If you have family visiting and want to show off take them to Sunday brunch. It's served family style and is a homerun everytime! Trust! Absolutely fantastic food! If you haven't eaten here I question what you're doing with your life. Your priorities are off! read more

Best soppin sauce ever on the TX BBQ shrimp! Special for the summer. Can't wait to order again. read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - JAK's BBQ Shrimp - New American Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas

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Service is great at this location! Met my friend for lunch and had the barbacoa quesadilla, and for my main course, the steak and arugula salad. I like this place because they keep updating the menu with new and local seasonal ingredients. I've never had a disappointment with this restaurant. Couldn't eat it all as usual, but I had a great time catching up with my friend over great food. Our waitress Erica was so nice and accommodating. She kept checking on us and was so very helpful. It's always good to come here! read more

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I don't normally write reviews, but after our experience at Jack Allen's, I absolutely had to because the hostess Julia truly made our entire night. When we first arrived, there was unfortunately a mix-up with the waitlist. The male host had completely lost track of our name and seemed visibly annoyed when we politely tried to explain that we had already checked in. It was a little uncomfortable and for a moment it felt like we were being treated as if we had done something wrong just for asking about our table. I'm hoping it was just a bad night and I'm sure he was stressed due to it being a busy Saturday night but after waiting and being brushed off, my husband and I were beginning to regret giving the restaurant another chance and that's when Julia stepped in. She immediately noticed the confusion and handled the situation with such professionalism and kindness that the entire mood shifted. Without making a scene or making anyone feel awkward, she calmly checked the situation, acknowledged the mistake, and seated us right away at a high-top table. What could have easily turned into a frustrating experience was completely turned around by her calm and welcoming attitude. What impressed us even more was how incredibly engaged she was with everyone around her. Throughout the time we were waiting and getting seated, we watched her effortlessly communicate in Spanish with several guests, speak with my husband, and coordinate large parties and tables with her coworkers without even a hint of confusion or delay. Seeing a hostess so confidently move between languages and make every guest feel understood and welcomed is honestly rare. You could tell she genuinely cared about making sure everyone was taken care of. Another thing that really stood out to us was how many regular families clearly loved seeing her. Several guests greeted her by name, and you could tell she had built real connections with people who come in often. She was especially wonderful with the kids -- taking the time to talk to them, joke with them, and make them feel included while their families were waiting. It was really heartwarming to watch and showed how naturally she connects with guests of all ages. To be completely honest, my husband and I were hesitant about coming back to Jack Allen's in the first place because my sister, Maria, had a pretty negative experience during her last visit. But Julia completely changed that for us. Her professionalism, warmth, and ability to handle a stressful moment with grace turned what started as a frustrating situation into a really great dining experience. Julia didn't just seat us -- she completely turned the night around. She is exactly the kind of person every restaurant hopes to have at the front door, and we are incredibly grateful for the way she treated us. I sincerely hope management recognizes how valuable she is because employees like Julia are the reason people come back. read more

In town for the weekend and before heading back to Houston, we stopped in for some breakfast. I'm so glad we did. The restaurant was clean, they have plenty of parking and they are reasonably priced. Everything is locally sourced. The service and food were all spectacular. Our waiter Christain was very accommodating to our large party and gave excellent recommendations. He was very attentive and made the dining experience a pleasurable one. My friend and I split the breakfast sandwich and the chicken and biscuits. The biscuits were fluffy, and the chicken was fried to perfection and seasoned very well. The bun on the breakfast sandwich was toasted warm and super soft. Not pictured, but the silver dollar pancakes are sweet and fluffy and don't need syrup. For only $4 add them to your meal you won't be mad. Drinks Sangria margarita 10/10 Black cherry margarita 10/10 Both were delicious and strong. I'll be sure to stop back when I'm in town. My suggestions are to make reservations or get on the wait list read more

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Food: 7 out of 10 Service: 7 out of 10 Atmosphere: 7 out of 10 It has been a long while since we were at Jack Allen location on Anderson Lane. Last night we thought we should try the one in Cedar Park It was 12/26, so they had a decent crowd. Looking at the menu and ambiance, I am surprised they are that busy. After we got our food, I think they are busy because their price range is decent for Cedar Park. Not too expensive. The chicken and vegetables soup, tasted so simple like it is made for someone who is sick at home. Not good. The sauce on my crusted salmon, was so gooey, it is not restaurant standard and quality. Not presentable. All just barely okay. All in all, I think we will keep going to Pappadeaux. High quality food, worth the price even though they are more expensive. read more

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Jack Allen's Kitchen in Cedar Park was overall a pretty good experience! My friends and I went during the weekend and there was no wait for a table. The restaraunt was very spacious and clean and had professional and attentive servers who gave great recommendations. I had the gumbo and Cajun pork. The gumbo was spicy and delicious, and the Cajun pork was tasty, but a little bland. I would order a different item the next time I visit, but I would definitely visit again! read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Cajun Pork Chops - New American Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas

Jack Allen was one our late pregnancy date spots before baby made an arrival. I like to eat, but especially then. I love to eat. The waitress was so good at describing the menu that I took the plunge and tried the Barbacoa Eggs Benedict dish. It was phenomenal and I had to thank her for being so convincing. We really enjoyed the taste twist that the dishes have to offer, as did everyone else enjoying their weekend meals! We hope to make it back. read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Barbacoa eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas

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