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Cheese Grits
Gab G.

Made a same-day reservation for brunch. The buttermilk fried chicken and sweet corn waffles were awesome - definitely recommend. Side of cheese grits were also solid. Great neighborhood spot, though it did feel a little expensive.

Southern Eggs Benny, Shrimp 'N Grits & Pancakes
Azaria

I've dined here a few times. I always get the Eggs Benedict dish and the first time it was amazing, anytime after that it was bleh. The vibe of the restaurant is nice, it was updated from the previous owner but kept some of the original art. The servers are attentive and kind. Just hope you go on a day when the good chef is in. The food is okay but I've tried it when it was great so I will keep going back until I can say it was great again.

Spencer S.

Good brunch spot. Not too long of a wait. Decent outdoor area. Good prices. Only giving this 3 stars because our food was pretty dry and our server took a while to come around with the bottles of water and see if we wanted more pitchers. I personally got the fried chicken with pancakes. Flavor was great, but the chicken was dry and the syrup just make my whole mouth feel very sticky. My dad got the burger and said it was very good Brother got the eggs Benny and said it was good Mom got a chicken breakfast sandwich and similarly said it was very dry Watermelon pitchers were great!

Kira S.

I'm so sorry but the chicken and waffles....the chicken had no seasoning at all?? It was nice and crispy but so bland it didn't taste like anything???

Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Pumpkin Waffles
Win C.

Super cute brunch place for a Sunday morning. We were craving southern comfort and wanted a place close to the Gantry State Park. The portions are on the smaller side but the food is delicious. We ordered the chicken and waffle, shrimp and grits, and a platter of fruits for the kids that are picky eaters. Ditch the strollers if you can help it cause there isn't a lot of space inside! Service was superb!

Pulled Pork Yam Hash
Koreen D.

Was looking for a brunch spot in LIC and saw Jackson's with their southern food menu and decided to give it a go. Pretty good place for brunch with generous servings. Lots of proteins with both orders. Pulled pork yam hash was great with lots of meat. Eggs were runny. Nice Chicken and pancakes. Decent. Crisp. Fluffy pancakes. Overall decent brunch spot. They have both outdoor and indoor seating. Note that indoor seating is not dog friendly.

BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN AND PUMPKIN WAFFLE
Tony J.

Neighborhood diner type of eatery. Owner/manager has handle bar mustache (think coolest man in the world character). Great wait staff , super friendly and prompt. Coffee excellent, carafe mimosas and bloody Mary's. Full bar. And food is amazing and hearty. You won't leave hungry or with anything left on your plate. Something for everyone even the annoying vegetarian cousin lol.

Hush Puppies
Emily G.

Ate here as a party of 3. The service was very on point, but then again, we were the only people there at 6pm on a Friday night. We first ordered appetizers: hush puppies and fried green tomatoes. I didn't love the fried green tomatoes- they could have been crispier. The breading was disjointed with the tomatoes itself. My uncle really liked his catfish entree, and my boyfriend liked his ribs. I got the fried chicken. The sides of the potato salad and the collard greens + bacon were decent. The fried chicken was super crispy, but it wasn't that flavorful. I wished there was some sauce served with the dish, or it had more salt. I added salt and asked for honey mustard - they had a hot honey sauce, but both didn't add much to the chicken. Overall it was good food, okay option for Southern cuisine. Very casual spot that had a mix of a sports bar feel in the front (there is a TV!) and general dining. There's also patio dining!

Fixin' to Feast
Carol C.

I came here for brunch on a weekend and there were still a lot of seating for my date and I to chose from! We picked a little area close to the window and sat down. It had a nice cozy feel while still being spacious enough. Every item on the menu looked and sounded incredibly amazing. I wish I had a big enough appetite to get at least 3 dishes to try. I did settle on a Fixin' to Feast which included 2 eggs of your style, biscuits and gravy and some yam hash. I must say that on presentation, very appetizing and inviting! Those biscuits and gravy were the star of the dish!!! The savory thick gravy atop a crumbly warm biscuit was so soul hugging- paired with a side of sweet yams! When I saw hash- I thought it would be crispy. Though it was slightly underwhelming, flavors were still very good. The sweetness of the yams helped balance the saltiness and heaviness of the gravy. Then the blanket of scramble eggs completely the brunch meal! Wait staff came by to check in on us a few times and made sure we enjoyed the food too! Overall, nice staff, service and great ambience on a weekend to start the day on! The location is great because it is just a few blocks away from the waterfront/pier where you could walk after the brunch and hang out!

Brunch menu
Pat R.

Group of three enjoyed Caesar salad; Brunch burger with home fries; Southern Eggs Benedict. All were good, Fun diversion-Eggs Benedict served on two small pancakes with option of regular or jalapeño Hollandaise sauce. Staff were pleasant and not intrusive. Cocktails were very good! Room was on the cold side- Most patrons wore their hats and jackets while eating. Even sitting on the metal chairs was a little bit of a wake up! That being said- appreciate energy savings and once acclimated it was not a problem.

Chicken
Allison L.

This was a brunch to remember! Especially if you love southern comfort food, you will definitely not be disappointed! Order the Mac and cheese, French toast, chicken and waffles and biscuits! Also got the shrimp and grits, which I didn't love b/c the tomato paste overpowered the pallet. This place has great service and a lovely open space with great ambiance! Recommended for a big gathering, you will not be disappointed!

Fried Egg BLT
Paula L.

My girlfriends and I went for brunch Saturday around 11:30 AM. We were lucky enough to get a table for three. The staff is very good. The vibe is awesome. And the food is yummy.

Biscuits and apple butter
Ray M.

I remember coming here a few years ago and had a cool experience so I figured I try it again. I decided to have a short stack of pancakes scrambled eggs and their biscuits. The short stack is just 2 pancakes. They're pretty huge too. I honestly could just do one personally. I just can't eat huge portions. Good thing I had someone to share with. The pancakes were delicious though. I'd get them again. The syrup was super thick. Wasn't too crazy about it. It'd be great if they had a maple syrup option. Just an idea The scrambled eggs.. I thought they'd be fluffy. They were more like a flat omelet.. Not a huge fan of that style but what can I do. The biscuits.. I tried to order just 1 biscuit.. But you can't. You have to get the order of 3. They were good. My friend had the Jackson breakfast special which is French toast, 2 eggs, sausage, smoked applewood bacon, a green salad and cornbread. They enjoyed the French toast, sausage, bacon and salad. But they weren't too crazy about the scrambled eggs.. We sat outside as it was perfect weather with the sun shining. Their outdoor seating area is very nice, comfortable and clean and we had a pleasant experience. I'll definitely be back sometime soon.

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Ask the Community - Jackson's Eatery | Bar

Do you have a high chair for a toddler that will fit the High Top tables?

Is there an air purifier inside for indoor seating?

I don't think so, I didn't see. Maybe they have now.

Is there a patio for outdoor dining?

Hello! Yes we have outdoor seating!

Hello, is the space capable of hosting a bridal shower?

Depends how many are in the party. 15-20, I’d say easily. 20+ maybe. 40. Ehhh

Do they have bottomless brunch?

Hello! No, we do not. We do have delicious brunch cocktail specials available in carafes but nothing bottomless. Is there anything else I can help you with?

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