First visit to this location. I have been to the Algona location that has a large dining/bar area, table service, and an expanded menu. This location is counter service and a small seating area but still room for larger groups of 6-10 in a couple spots. Food was good although wasn't sure why onions were used as a garnish for sweet corn pudding but that might just be a me thing. Mustardy Potato salad was good but didn't taste much mustard. Meat was flavorful and juicy as expected. Pecan pie was very dry in general. The "juice/filling/syrup" only covered the bottom and didn't go to the top as I am used to but maybe that is the style. read more

Food: Ordered the trinity plate to go: Brisket was good, ribs were good too. Asked for the jalapeño sausage with cheese and got a hot link (too hot and had to throw it away). Service: Ordering and wait time was unimpressive, not much to say here. Staff seemed ok but could have been better IMHO, but ymmv. I really wanted and hope that Jacks BBQ would be good but getting the wrong items in the order and luke warm hospitality, feels below par but in a pinch it might be ok. read more

I ordered the double trouble with brisket, ribs, mac & cheese, and cornbread. The overall theme with everything is lack of flavor. From worst to best (Trying not to be disrespectful): Ribs: Honestly, you can probably get better ribs at your local sit down chain restaurant. There is barely any flavor and very chewy. Cornbread: Texture was fine it wasn't dry, but not much flavor. I've had better from the local grocery store. Brisket: Literally just average. Good amount of fat, a little tougher than I would like, and again not a whole lot of flavor. Mac & Cheese: I really enjoyed the flavor of the cheese sauce. Everything about this was good, definitely better than your average mac & cheese. Service: I ordered online for pickup and the person at the front was real polite & respectful. tldr; If you are craving bbq go somewhere else...except the mac & cheese was good. read more

Jack's BBQ - Brisket, Ribs, Mac & Cheese. - Barbeque Near Me - Federal Way, Washington

I always get the pidnic. It's a $99 meal that's teeming with flavors coupled by carnivorous hedonism. I would say everything is good. But I enjoyed the beef ribs and corn pudding. Nice but small location. Employees are supercool. They also deliver. The price was in part with eating in. read more

I'm from Texas myself, so trust me when I say... this place was ROUGH! First off, you order a "regular margarita" and it comes out the size of a shot for $11. It's literally just tequila + lime juice. The gentleman who made it for me even confirmed that's what it was supposed to be. Sir, that's not a margarita, that is a cry for help. The brisket queso was actually good, BUT it could've been so much better if the chips weren't stale. The cornbread? Dryer than your grandma. I don't see myself coming back anytime soon. I didn't even take the leftovers because I'm pretty sure my dog would've looked at that bag and said, "Girl, you eat that." read more

Food was decent but I've had way better BBQ and for less $$. The service was ok, we sat for 10min before the waitress came to ask us what to drink. They weren't busy at all but you could tell they were all ready to go home for the night. It's a chill place that's quiet. read more

We visited this place at about 5pm on a Saturday evening, friendly staff, great food, 2 tvs with the game in and a quiet atmosphere. This place is small and it seems to be ideal for takeouts, but we dined in. Wife and I got the picnic and was not let down, we had beef ribs, brisket slices, chicken (little too red for me) greens, sausage and more. Price was decent $98. This is some good BBQ, would definitely come back maybe every other month or whenever I feel like some good BBQ read more

Jack's BBQ - Jacks Picnic tray - Barbeque Near Me - Federal Way, Washington

Tried Jacks a second time as I usually do. NGL, this probably is not my spot! I got the trinity plate this time. 2 ribs, brisket, 2 sausage (1 hot, one jalapeño and cheddar) potato salad and Mac N Cheese. Wasn't feeling the ribs or brisket this go round! Brisket was really fattty and on the drier side with the meaty parts. Ribs didn't wow either. Cheddar sausage was good, Mac and cheese was okay but remember if you are ordering based on this review that it's not traditional Mac. It has a little kick bc of the queso cheese! I might try some of the desserts another time! read more

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Not my first trip to Jacks, but first day at Federal Way store! Delicious, low slow Texas style bbq. Pick your meat - can't go wrong! Today it's the Pork and it's soooo good. Stop by and enjoy it all. read more

Jack's BBQ - Pork Tacos & Greens - Barbeque Near Me - Federal Way, Washington

Tried their new BBQ glazed chicken. I've had their chicken before and was not impressed. Even though it's brined, it's way over cooked to almost jerky. But, I gave it another chance. It was too salty, still overcooked and had a blanket of sauce over it. Not impressed. I'll stick to their brisket and pulled pork, no more chicken at all. Service okay and ambiance good. Jack - fix your chicken. read more

A couple weeks ago I noticed this place on the side of the road and thought to myself. I wonder if they have okra there when they say Texas barbecue I wondered was it real Texas barbecue cause guess where I'm from Texas. So I walked in there and I talked to the guy that worked there and he was a super nice guy. I ordered some potato salad some pickles, some pulled pork, some sausage, some ribs, their banana pudding, and a couple other things now I was super impressed by the meats. They were tender and they tasted really good And their sauce. Well, you got it made there that's real Texas barbecue now for your sides. There was no okra and the chili was a little on the spicy side the potato salad well we need to throw some more pickles and onions, mustard and mayonnaise in there but their macaroni and cheese. Oh my gosh did they hit it with that one? It was absolutely wonderful. I would have to say that was the best I mean best macaroni and cheese I've ever eaten in my life. In fact, right now my mouth is watering thinking about this macaroni and cheese so if you want to go there, I would say skip the desserts the pudding I wasn't impressed but the rest of your stuff going on you're doing really well. I would say I'd give you a five stars just for your employee. He was absolutely wonderful but those sauces and meats I would be back over and over again. read more

Chicken was undercooked and rubbery definitely not slow roasted . Potato salad was sour. Chili was too salty and greasy. Macaroni and cheese noodles were undercooked and hard, corn bread was ok because of the honey butter and banana pudding was soupy with only 2 banana slices and 1 vanilla wafer pulled pork was tough and dry read more

I finally dropped in to try this place since it's closer to me than the Algona location. I was pleased to find that it's just as good. The brisket was juicy and smokey and the breakfast tacos were the best. Try the tacos, they're awesome. The service was fast and friendly. I'll be back. read more

The Rib Tips were absolutely garbage! I've never had meat that tough in my life. Please don't order the Rib Tips read more

Jack's BBQ - Rib tips - Barbeque Near Me - Federal Way, Washington

We have the ribs and the pull pork sandwich, everything was delicious and service was excellent.

Service - really good, and quick. Order at counter, food comes out pretty quick. Noticed that some menu items on their board were different from the laminated menus. My wife had been here before, but I'd been wanting to hit a one of the locations. Appreciate that there is one in Federal Way now, as a foodie option. I can't say that I'm a BBQ aficionado, but I guess it comes down to knowing what you like. I grew up in the Midwest, so we had our share of BBQ and sausages and sides. I ordered the Double, as I wanted to try to the ribs and pulled pork, and have some leftovers for the week. Wife ordered Brisket sandwich with Ranch Beans and brought leftovers of both home. Let's start with the sides. So, I am not a person who likes a lot of spice, onions, etc. I had the Ranch Beans. Didn't realize they come with a lot of onion, etc. Flavor was good, but I guess I like my beans simple. Also got the Corn Bread - absolutely delicious...simple and not anything added to it, like jalapeño or chiles. I would have loved to try the Texas Caviar, but my wife said it was spicy. Same with the chili and Mac n cheese. Any chance these could be made with spices (chilis, onions, etc) as an option? Ribs - really good flavor and very meaty. Saving one for leftovers - you get 2 big ribs. Pulled pork - flavor was really good, but once it cooled down it was a little dry. Found out that the 2 options for BBQ sauce weren't tasty for me. Caught some mustard and seemed a little vinegary to me. The pulled pork was a big portion, so most of it came home with me for leftovers. Sadly, I have an aversion to mustard (all kinds), though I think I've been ok when it's been used as a binder - it seems to cook off and other flavors take control. Because of my dislike of how the sides were prepared, and limited options for something without spice - this is where the 4-star came in. Are there others out there like me that like a simpler BBQ and sides? Maybe - and if so, it's hard for us to want to come back, except for the meats. Ambiance - pretty simple, nothing too complicated, but actually didn't spend much time observing. I'm good with ordering at counter and getting served. read more

We arrived on a saturday night at seven thirty p m to find that the person behind the counter was just standing around, even though four tables were not bussed. After thirty minutes, when we left two additional tables.Besides ours we're also not bussed so that half the tableswere covered in dirty dishes. My sister ordered an old fashioned, which this person at the front desk forgot to make, and then when he made it, it was absolutely awful. The food was good, but this is not the level of service that i'm used to at the other Jacks in Algona-Pacific. I'd recommend that the owner's take a look at the footage from tonight's video cameras and fire the employee in question. Prior to tonight, i've never had service like this at any of the jacks locations and it was very disappointing. read more

No parking, limited menu, counter service. Came here expecting the same stuff as Seattle was very disappointing.

The smoked Jalapeno BBQ sauce is delightfully delicious! Food was well cooked and just as delicious

This is definitely NOT Texas style bbq like I had in AZ! My order was pick up, was ready on time and included everything I wanted to try. The cornbread was good, the corn pudding excellent as was the Texas caviar! However, the ranch beans had fatty meat, the rib was about half fat, the brisket was so fatty I tossed most of it. The sausages were fine, but the chili was better than the beans! The Marysville's bbq meat had no fat on beef, ribs or chili! All was smoked and cooked with bbq sauce. The sausages were exceptionally tasty! Way better in every way in Marysville, WA and worth the drive! read more

My wife and I went ther a week ago for the 1st and last time. Walked in and they don't seet you and want you to order on the spot.We had never even seen there menu. Took the menu to our seat and walked back to order. We ordered 2 double triple plates with standard hot hot sausages. The meat was dry and tasteless. We ate half our orders, not impressed and took the other half home. We were served one std sausage and one halipino hot sausage. WE apparently ate the std one and did not know we took the hot one home. We both had one bite of that horrible hot sausage and it burned our mouths. The though out the rest of the left overs. Garbage food and we will never set foot in this business again read more

Hello and Good Morning, I want to share my experience while it's fresh in my mind. I'm southern, all the way around. Southerners like to taste what we're eating. I had the chopped brisket, with Mac and cheese and a side cornbread. The chopped brisket, although being tossed in a sauce, was BLAND. Undersalted, no sauce on the actual sandwich. The Mac was the WORST. Yall need to salt your noodles better, or the cheese béchamel needs more salt... EITHER WAY..TASTE AS YOU COOk!! I ate it because I was craving your food for about 2 months now and I drove by yesterday and saw windows being put in and life in the building so I decided to come for dinner. I'm glad I did... but I need yall to do better. FAMOUS DAVES is out the competition so you guys should be good to go.. read more

The man behind the counter was friendly and knowledgeable about the difference between this location and the Algona one. He gets points for providing additional fixins to take home when we asked to take home the onions we didn't finish. But many management decisions beyond his control made this location less desirable and somewhat disappointing. The menu is far smaller, with many items unavailable. We were told hush puppies were unavailable because the location has no air fryer. I'm unclear why our favorite salad was not available. What food there was tasted good. Drinks were served in thin disposable plastic cups. Banana pudding was served in disposable cardboard. This small location is more for take-out than dining in. We watched a lot of people come in to pick up orders. There is not much seating, and no booths. Instead of a server taking your order at the table, orders are placed at the register and then brought to your table. read more

Good portions. My wife and I split one plate. Great friendly service. Whatever you get, make sure and get side of cornbread. It is like candy! read more

I was finally able to try Jacks BBQ and I was not impressed. Mind you I am from the PNW and good BBQ is hard to find. Their review rating was decent, so I thought I would give them a try. I gave 2 stars for the ribs that were okay. But the BBQ sauce tasted like ketchup, so I did not use it. The cornbread was thick but no flavor of being cornbread and I got the greens that had a lot of stems and not much flavor from the meat in which was hard and over cooked. For the price they charge it should have been better. Not going back to this place! read more

I ordered the chicken Caesar salad and was really disappointed. The lettuce was browning. The Caesar dressing was really runny and thin. The chicken was flavorless and was browning in areas. I've had the solid before so they really the on this one this time very disappointed. read more

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Brisket is Awesome! Prices are crazy! Really love the Brisket, Burnt Ends breakfast burritos area also Awesome! Wish I could afford to eat here more often read more

My boyfriend and son and I had lunch here today and it was really good. We ordered the picnic . The place is a little bit smaller than the other one the staff was nice and polite and the was clean and the restroom was clean but smaller the price was good we will be back soon read more

Delicious meat. Great cornbread. Nice people. Great deals after games. Got the big dumper last time. This time the JSN. Yum

Check your receipt they charge you more then the menu. The price on the board is more then the menu price. You have to prepay before you can sit. If you want more then one drink you have to go pay again and again. . I don't recommend federal way. Go to any other location read more

Got take out. Good food. Good portion sizes. We got the picnic platter and my husband and I ate on it for days!

Not the best BBQ I've had but the customer service is amazing, my ribs & brisket were dry and the Mac & cheese was runny, the cornbread was kinda tough and the sausage has a unique taste. read more

Welcome to Federal Way, Jack's! We've been watching and waiting. Just stopped by for a quick lunch and left happy. I had a pulled pork sandwich with potato salad, and he had a brisket sandwich with Texas Caviar. Both were excellent and we like that the sauce is your option. Definitely try the Texas Caviar, made with black-eyed peas and so good. Nice folks, fast service, good bbq...what more could you want? read more

The best BBQ we have had in a long time. Got the food to go, very promptly and the staff very friendly. We definitely will ad this into our dining out rotation. But next time we will dine in. A bit spendy but very worth it. We had the brisket plate with Texas caviar () and Mac n cheese . So yummy read more

Jack's nails it again! Awesome BBQ, great atmosphere, and friendly staff. Do yourself a favor and check it out, you won't be disappointed!

So grateful to have them in our town and local. Food is phenomenal and the staff have been amazing.

Jack's to Federal Way? Yes please! Can't wait to have this place in our community. Food at all other locations is amazing.

the bed in Federal way collards delicious .pecan pie good potatoes salad mashed behich is different but good.