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Jack's Bar-B-Q

4.3 (2.3k reviews)
ModerateBarbeque, Burgers, Bars
Closed • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Live music
Good for groups

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The front of the restaurant.
Shawna C.

Me and my family always enjoy going out and eating at beautiful places and Jack's barbecue is one of those places. Located In Lake Elsinore, California and comes with a beautiful view, yummy food and bomb drinks! One of our favorite is the pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw. The hubby likes his coleslaw on the side tho and we always order one with french fries and the one with onion rings. Unfortunately there is a four dollar up charge for the onion rings though. The drinks are amazing. The bartender really knows how to create awesome drinks. With those drinks and the amazing view & their wonderful staff too and all of that yummy food too! you just can't go wrong. If you are looking for some really good barbecue with a great view and great drinks too, then give Jack's barbecue in Lake Elsinore a try. You never know. You just might like it just as much as we do. We will definitely be back for more.

Angus burger.
David F.

Delicious food menu. Great service. Love the scenic view of the lake from the any seating you sit at. I also grabbed the St. Bernadus, 10% abv. Finally a restaurant with a strong drink. I really enjoyed the atmosphere of JACKS BBQ. If you choose any burger off the menu, make sure you tell them how you like it. Medium, well, rare, what ever you choose. Because they will default to a well done burger.

Jim Beam and Coke
Michael B.

Had the western bacon cheeseburger and Southwest salad with chicken. Can't complain. Service was excellent.

The view! With a coors lite and watermelonrita
Amanda M.

Jack's BBQ is hands down one of the best places to eat in Lake Elsinore! Not only is the food incredible, but the lake views are absolutely amazing and make for the perfect dining atmosphere. Everything we ordered was delicious. The Watermelonrita was refreshing and packed with flavor, definitely a must-try! For dessert, we had the peach crumble, and it was absolutely incredible; warm, sweet, and the perfect way to end the meal. I ordered the Fried Mac N Cheese Wagyu Burger, and wow... it was one of the best burgers I've ever had. The wagyu beef was juicy and flavorful, and the fried mac and cheese took it over the top. Their original BBQ sauce is also so good and paired perfectly with everything we ate. Amazing food, great drinks, beautiful lake views, and excellent service (Thank you Brittany!). We can't wait to come back!

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Kenny O.

Separate from any other aspect of service or food or ambiance. The parking lot opens up to a lower deck dining area that I mistakenly thought was an ordering area with a gorgeous view of the lake. I went and sat in this area. After a short conversation A very kind man called the restaurant asking about accommodating me and was told that I would still need to walk up to the restaurant. I have very bad diabetic neuropathy and lately I've experienced a lot of pain because of it. That's not the restaurant's fault or responsibility but under the circumstances it would have been nice to have them come out to me. This is not an unreasonable expectation. It would have been a delightful bonus for them to accommodate my severe neuropathy. I'll review the upstairs experience in a few days. Update 5/24/26 1113 am. The food is phenomenal. Really shows the love put into the recipe and the length of smoking. It was constantly busy and I was seated by the waitress station hub. I saw my waitress maybe twice. My feedback. More proactive services for handicapped folks like myself. The view of the lake and the atmosphere are breathtaking. Fun. I was a bit withdrawn so I can understand to an extent not seeing my waitress much. I shouldn't have to be so intentional to get her to engage.

Loaded Potato with Brisket, Mac n cheese & pizza
Jessica H.

I love it here & I love Katie!! Great service, best views!! Two different pictures of the loaded potato because I love it!

Christine D.

I was craving BBQ, and this place did not disappoint! Located right on the lake, it offers beautiful views and a relaxing atmosphere. Parking is conveniently located to the left, and we were lucky enough to be seated by the window with a stunning lakeside view. The menu has so many tempting options that it took us quite a while to decide. I ended up ordering the burnt ends with the sweet sauce and a side of mac & cheese. My husband ordered the pulled chicken breakfast with over-easy eggs, hash browns, and toast, plus a side of waffles. The burnt ends were incredible--moist, crispy, savory, and practically melted in my mouth. The mac & cheese was equally impressive. They use a special cheese sauce, and whatever their secret is, it works! My husband's pulled chicken was tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The waffles were perfectly prepared and served with fresh raspberries and blackberries. A special shoutout to our server, Kelly, who was friendly, attentive, and accommodating throughout our visit. She recommended the burnt ends, and it turned out to be the perfect choice. The prices are very reasonable for both the quality and portion sizes. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and will definitely be back to try more items from the menu.

Prices were fair
Amy C.

I was in the area and wanted to try something new. Went to Yelp and landed on Jack's BBQ. We were seated immediately and our waitress offered suggestions. We had a nice view of the water. We started with the cheesy Italian bread and added marinara sauce for $2, it was good, but I wouldn't get it again as it did fill me up. We got the 5 meat platter, (didn't add ribs) with fries and baked beans. I liked the pulled pork and tri-tip the best. My husband liked the chicken and tri-tip. I like sweeter beans, so I prob would try something else as a side, but they were not bad, just not my taste. We got a side of ranch for the fries and the ranch was yummy, had some dill in it, I think. This place was good and the prices are fair. The service was friendly and the view was nice. Will be back if in the area.

Olivia M.

Brittney is phenomenal and the food was amazing! Give that girl a raise. The service was absolutely incredible. Loved the vibe of the whole place and view of the water!!

Teresa P.

Had a great experience at Jack's Bar-B-Q. I ordered the waffles with brisket and eggs, and everything was absolutely delicious. The brisket was flavorful and tender, and the combination with the waffles and eggs was outstanding. Rachel provided excellent service throughout our visit. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. Great food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere. I will definitely be coming back.

Me and Michelle
S S.

Michelle made my day! Came in for some greens to go , but she recommended the New York strip special. She was friendly with excellent customer service very personable so I STAYED AND ORDERED THE STEAK. Omg..... it was so good I ate that and took my sides home thank you Jack's

Wagyu Burger
Paul B.

Honestly I don't understand the high ratings here. The ratings lured me in. Location and view of the lake is nice, but for foodies it's all about the food and here it's a fail. Ribs are not smoked to where there's any smoke flavor and the beef is bland. Fries are bland. For the money I thought I would get some tasty food, I was wrong. , Their wagyu burger tasted nothing of the sort. It was overcooked and if it was Akaushi wagyu, all the fat and moisture was driven out leaveing it tasting flat.

Blood Mary with a side of Tri-Tip sandwich.
Alma M.

I visited Jacks Bar-B-Q today. The food was delicious. I had a side of mac and cheese, with the tri-tip Philly cheese sandwich. My blood Mary was on point. I sipped it all the way to the bottom. The best part was the customer service. Michelle made my 1st time experience enjoyable, she recommended the Cuban I now regret not trying it even though the tri-tip was delicious. I guess that just means I have to come back for more.

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Great food! Food and service are fast with no issues. Highly recommend. Great vibes and a nice view of the lake!

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Thank you for the nice review & pictures, Michael!!

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We're so glad you got to enjoy the steak and experience. Thank you!

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How nice! Thank you for the review, Steven

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What a great review! Thank you, Chandler!

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Kelly was awesome! We loved the food and the view was fabulous. We will be coming back again and again.

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Amazing! We really appreciate you review, Jattie!

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How wonderful! Thank you, Carla

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Hayley was awesome very attentive and the food was outstanding! Portions were on point as well.

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So nice! Thank you, Jason!

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Loved the food. Did a takeout order and everything was fresh. Loved the vibe. They even gave extra sauce.

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Thank you, Giselle! Such a cool vibe! We are glad you enjoyed it!

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Are you open christmas eve?

Yes, we are open every day including holidays.

Do you still offer Monster Beef Ribs?

We offer meaty beef racks now. More guest prefer this option. Thank you!

I'm moving nearby and was wondering if there's any vegan options?

Hello, we have a few options.

Is this under new management? I heard the owners were changed and the food wasn't quite as good. Is this true?

I don't really know if it's under new management, but the food and the quality haven't changed at all still delicious and affordable can never go wrong

Do you have live music?

Jack's has Live Music 7-10PM every Friday & Saturday with Open Mic on Sunday!

Is your full menu posted somewhere?

Jacksbar-b-q.com

Do you charge a gratuity fee?

yes

Hi, Derek. Can we make a reservations for the picnic tables outdoors? Can we have a fire pit?

Yes, jacksbar-b-q.com

What's the difference between patio and table seats?

The patio are benches.

What time are happy hour specials? Also what days do you guys have live music?

Happy Hour is 3-6 daily. Live music Thurs-Sun

Do you have happy hour specials?

Daily 3-6

I live across the lake, can I pull in on my jon boat and order takeout?

Yes... we can cart your food to shore if you like. Or, come sit at our fire pits and picnic tables! We have a full bar and an incredible menu. Thank you.

Do you offer catering services?

Yes

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