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Jack's In Old Orcutt

3.9 (366 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Ally L.

Wasn't great but wasn't terrible either. Regular breakfast spot that didn't "wow" my partner and I. I visited around 9am on a Sunday and there was no wait for a party of 3. Plenty of parking as well. The gravy for our chicken fried steak and eggs were extremely salty. The muffin was dry and hard. The lady that greeted us and sat us must've woke up on the wrong side of bed. But again, not a terrible spot. Overall, good try.

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Adanari Z.

Charming little mom & pop restaurant. Their smoked meats caught my husband's attention and we decided to grab a quick bite. Staff was very nice, quick service, and clean restaurant. Their food is good. Your run of the mill kind of diner food. Big portions for a decent price which was nice. Loved their thick cut steak fries.

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Alexis N.

I just figured out about prime rib Friday nights. What a deal and a delicious meal for $30!

"Senior Menu" Meatloaf .  Also included choice of soup or salad.
Eric F.

Food: 4.25. Came back for their Chicken Fried Biscuit-Wich. Such a great breakfast item. Homemade biscuit with sandwich sized chicken fried steak, crisp bacon, cheese, country gravy, and optional egg. Food came out timely and at right temperature. Next time I will ask for a little more gravy. If not enough gravy, sandwich can be dry because of the biscuit. A side of gravy is $3. Potatoes were good but oily.

Delightful French toast!
Joe L.

There's an answer as to why there always seems to be a wait at Jack's in Old Orcutt. And the answer is that the food is really good, the service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is welcoming. Kate, Richard, and I made our way to Jack's in Old Orcutt for breakfast (late) just last Sunday. I thoroughly enjoyed my BLT with no B as I'm a vegetarian (I wish they had more vegetarian options other than eggs dishes as I don't eat eggs), but with A as in avocado. Richard seemed to enjoy his American breakfast, while all three of us delighted in the order of French toast he put in at the last moment. Kate was impressed with her egg whites and fruit. The free candy in the little bucket at the exit is very special. One more note: the potato salad was muy bueno. Tell me Jack's in Old Orcutt...is it made on the premises?

Breakfast sandwich 1/2.
Corina R.

This place is an old school diner that has been here for a very, very long time. It has changed owners, but it is still just as good as always. Wonderful place for comfort food. They serve biscuits and gravy, breakfast sandwiches, omelettes, waffles, blah blah blah. I have never been here for lunch or dinner, but I am A breakfast regular. It's at the corner of Union and South Broadway. Plenty of free parking on both sides of the street.

Chicken melt with onion rings
Neville S.

Have come here off and on for past year with my wife, it is one of our favorite spots when we want a quiet evening. The place has changed a bit since my first visit in 2003 when Jack's was known for their humongous-sized burgers, but the food continues to be delicious. I've had various breakfast menu options the last three times, but this time I wanted to try the chicken melt. It was very very good. Probably my favorite thing there so far. Onion rings were good, and for a side there was an abundance of them! Didn't get the waitress's name, but she was helpful and provided good service.

Raymond G.

This place is still going strong. You cannot beat the portion size for their prices anywhere. We go almost daily there.

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Ana A.

We had the tritip senior meal and it was absolutely amazing! We had fast, friendly service. In a very hometown feel restaurant.

Waffle with a side of thick-cut bacon

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Found this place on yelp and really enjoyed their food. Nothing fancy, but the flavors reminded me of something I'd eat at grandmas house.

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Good menu choices, good food, good service. Line can be long to get in. No complaints.

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Great diner for breakfast. Nothing to do in Borecutt so this place is packed on weekend mornings. Pooh bear approved.

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I did a carry out the breakfast burrito was amazing the hash browns were the best I've tried

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Best salmon salad ever! The only thing I ever order for lunch so can not comment on other offerings.

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