This was our first stop on our trip to Universal Studios Orlando, and I'm so glad we checked out Jake's American Bar after it was transformed into the Lagoon Lounge. We're big Universal Monsters fans, and honestly, the atmosphere was just incredible. I loved that they have all the monsters out and on display. It sounds small, but it really matters--these characters feel like they're actually being celebrated, not just "mentioned." The decor is also seriously well done, and it gave me that classic Universal feeling (but I also loved the aviation vibe they have going all year round). Our server was German, and he was genuinely great--super attentive, friendly, and on top of everything without hovering. Also, the front desk girl was awesome too. I wish I could remember her name, because she was really sweet and made sure everything was going smoothly. And they were totally cool with us taking pictures of all the monsters, which I loved. Now for the food--this is the only part that was just "meh" for me. I ordered the Phantom Polynesian Linguine because I love the idea of it (spooky black pasta!); however, the noodles were a little rubbery for my taste. I also felt like it needed more sauce integrated with the noodles--like, more of that flavor should've been on the pasta instead of sitting separately. I would've also liked a bit more pesto to really punch it up. The cocktails were cool too, and I liked the overall theme, but I kind of wanted the drinks themselves to lean even more into the monster characters. My husband got the Blood Moon Spritz and it was okay--he's had better spritzes elsewhere. He also ordered a Mai Tai, and the server told us it was fantastic, and he definitely seemed impressed. Overall though? The service and decor were phenomenal, and that alone makes me want to come back. If we ever make it back to Orlando, I would absolutely go back here and give the food another shot, because the vibe was too good to miss. read more

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I've been working my way through these fun Universal Hotel Halloween themed bars and was really excited to check out Jake's American because I love a good Tiki theme. They did a good job, but when you compare it to the Thirsty Fish at Portofino Bay almost everything pales in comparison. That's not to say it isn't good, it just isn't as immersive. Jessica and Maki did an awesome job taking care of us and we're a pleasure to meet. My Margarita was dangerously delicious and you could easily have a couple before you know it. Beware, this will make your lips and tongue black/blue. Hahaha The Blood Moon Spritzer was fun but if I'm being honest it was just prosecco with a little added pizzazz, if you're looking for something with more depth you're better off trying a different cocktail, but if prosecco is your thing this will scratch that itch! The pretzel sticks were perfect! Soft inside with a perfectly buttery and crunchy exterior and you can't go wrong with mustard and beer cheese! read more

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Staying at the Royal Pacific Hotel, we decided to stay in for the evening. To be honest, the food was fair, nothing spectacular but the 2 drinks we had were good. Prices were pretty high for the food quality.$250+ for 2 adults + 2 children. The 2 adults had 1 drink ea. read more

Located within the Loews Royal Pacific Resort, this restaurant bar does it all. Their name pays homage to the fabled South Seas explorer, Jake McNally, whose seaplane floats in the lagoon nearby. Adventure explorer themes are found throughout the restaurant with their menu items to match. It's located on the ground floor of the resort with the pool nearby. Reservations are not required and there's plenty of seating with live entertainment on select nights. Their menu covers a wide variety including such items as pretzels, wings, fried green tomatoes, crawfish chowder, chicken noodle soup, salads, short rib burger, cheeseburgers, caesar wrap, mahi burger, and flatbread. Some of their desserts include smores, key lime pie and creme brulee. Flatbread: Like a large pizza. Lots of mozzarella, pepperoni, ham and sausage. All fresh. Yom Yom Yom Roasted Vegetable Mezza Platter: Assorted roasted veggies, pita chips, falafel, a little cucumber salad and big heaping scoop of roasted garlic hummus and a cup of tzatziki. Presentation was beautiful. Tasted even better. Yom Yom Yom Loews Classic Double Patty Burger: Griddled double patty, pickles, with cognac peppercorn sauce topped with american cheese. The burger was simple but delicious. I really wanted some crunch so I asked and our waiter me a small piece of lettuce. The fries were perfect but I wanted some ketchup so what did they bring me? These cute little sealed glass jars of Heinz tomato ketchup (see pic). Beer battered fish and chips: Beautifully battered and sealed in freshness, the fish was delicious. It was served with a mayo based slaw that was equally fulfilling. Oh and the fries were also good. Heirloom & Burrata Salad: A bed of spring mix and white balsamic dressing, a piece of prosciutto ham, a large dollop of burrata cheese with large cut pieces of orange Florida heirloom tomatoes. This contrast of flavors from the cheese to the prosciutto to the balsamic dressing is noticeable. Yom Yom Yom. Loews Classic Chicken Noodle Soup: Made with bone broth, artisan pasta and pulled chicken. This was a classic elevated. Yom Yom Yom I expected more from a resort hotel restaurant especially one that was on the grounds of Universal Resort Orlando and I wasn't disappointed. Of course prices will be also be elevated, but then again what did you expect if you're on the ground of Universal. There was room for improvement when it came to the service, but we were on vacation and we had a good time. read more

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Great food! The theme and the multiple slow moving fans almost transport you to the south seas. Is very relaxing and calming anyway. Had the pretzel rods I had read in many other reviews- they were great! I had the crawfish chowder - was very good. Hubby and son had the buffalo chicken wrap, one with fries, one with fruit. For bourbon, they have the large single ice cubes. Good service. First meal on Universal vaca and it was perfect. read more

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Not too bad for bar food, service was solid and that's the main redeeming factor. My wife got the fish and chips, my kiddo got the burger, and I got the Asian wings with a key lime pie. I'd probably try the buffalo and see how they fared. I'd say the best thing we tried was the burger. Nothing else was notable. The convenience of eating here was the deciding factor. If you're not looking for convenience then hop on a 5 minute water ride to the city walk and get some amazing cuisine for similar pricing. read more

Jake's American Bar - Key Lime Pie - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I was struggling between a 2 and a 3. When we got here, it was pretty empty. This is just typical bar food and not good. I ordered the fish and chips. The fries were so salty, I had to send them back while the fish hadn't been seasoned at all. To be empty, service was greatly lacking. My husband got the wings and he said they were fine. If you dont mind walking over to city walk, skip this. I'd rather just leave the Resort. read more

Jake's American Bar - Key lime pie - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Jake's is a great choice for hotel eating. The vibe is tropical adjacent, but just seems to miss the vibe. The food didn't miss anything though. The ribs were falling the bone tender and the sauce had a sweetness that accentuates without overpowering. The Mac and cheese was creamy and a good complement the the rest of the meal. The coleslaw is one of the better restaurant coleslaws I've enjoyed. Normally to get a slaw this good it needs to be at a BBQ shack in the south where they've cooked the same way for three generations. read more

Jake's American Bar - Ribs, slaw, Mac and cheese, and a biscuit - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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This hotel restaurant is in the Lowes Royal Pacific Hotel in Universal Studios. I dined here alone. I ordered their hamburger, which was made of beef brisket. I did not notice any difference in taste, but it was good. The motif was a version of an American bar in Paradise. I liked the decor. I would definitely come here just for the service. When you are in some captive restaurants, service can be an issue. The service was as good as any I have had anywhere. read more

Jake's American Bar - Menu - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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After a long day dragging my butt around the Universal parks with the wife and kids this was the oasis in the desert I needed to sneak off to for a couple beers. The bartender was very friendly and fairly liberal with the pours. He offered park advice and kept me company while the wife snuck off to the smoke pit. When we return to the park we will be staying here again and will definitely take out post-park chill session at Jake's! read more

We ordered to-go on a rainy night. The food was delicious and the staff at the bar, where I waited for my order, were so kind and so on top of what was clearly a busier night than average as the poolside outdoor restaurant closed for lightening. The wait was long (originally said 20, waited closer to 45-50, but honestly after a long park day some alone mom time with a beer and my book wasn't bad!) and the kitchen left out things like dressings for sales and utensils, but no big crisis. Would love to try it sitting in! read more

Universal Orlando location. It was good, food was generally basic. There was a decent beer menu, which was nice. I was able to get a reservation for 12 on short notice, which was helpful. The vibe was pretty cool, nice location. read more

Horrible experience. While I realize they were busy with a huge conference, I had a reservation and was seated at a table for 25 minutes without a menu or water before I could get one of the wait staff to look at me to ask for someone to take my order. They seem to not handle large crowds well. Won't be back. read more

Jake's American Bar - Nothing - no menu, no water, no food, no service. - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Lovely restaurant with delicious food, great service, and refreshing air conditioning. Our server, Peterson, was especially kind and accommodating. The cocktails and food were wonderful. read more

While we loved our stay at the resort, Jake's Bar really fell short especially in service. We waited over 15 minutes to be acknowledged at our table and over 25 to even get water. There was about 4-5 table in the entire restaurant so it was not busy at all. We started with Buffalo wings (which were amazing) and Caesar salad. Beware if you don't like horseradish because there is ALOT in the Caesar dressing it is so overpowering. The Brisket for 2 is a great deal and was delicious. Unfortunately, the lack of attention in service from "Lefty" as her name tag stated (because she never even told us her name) started us off very disappointed and continued throughout the meal. read more

Jake's American Bar - Brisket for 2 - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

We were staying at the Royal Pacific and had had a long park day without any real dinner plans so we decided to just try Jake's. We had heard mixed reviews from most of the restaurants at the resort but by far Jake's seemed like the most likely to come through. It felt more like a regular hotel restaurant than any type of really themed restaurant. Which was fine for us. We tried the pretzel rods to start, while my husband had the Aviator meal (which was HUGE) while I had the goat cheese flatbread. The starter was fantastic but I will say my husband probably enjoyed his meal more than I did. For a goat cheese flatbread my meal seemed to be lacking a serious amount of goat cheese. We likely wouldn't return here again when there are so many great options just minutes away at the city walk. read more

Service was very lacking. Food was sub part. The best part was the little glass ketchup bottles.

Love this place. The Royal pacific is a great hotel and this is a great restaurant to accompany it. Best thing on the menu are the pretzels. Easily the best I have ever had. When my family and I are going to Universal we talk about how excited we are for them. Wings are also great. Very nice ambiance and the service is always excellent. read more

For a Hotel Restaurant - The food was really good! - Thank you for keeping things simple; - It makes it difficult to mess things up. Special "Shout Out" to our Gracious Bartender - "Stormy" - She was great. Thank you for suggesting that Mango Micro Brew Beer - It was delicious! Things can get busy! - Avoid the crowds and head for the Bar - You won't regret it. Chill Vibe! - Plenty of space at the Bar - so you can ditch the "Crowds" of Tourists - We were in town for a Conference - I think we visited this Bar x 3. Check out our pictures - Food was really good! - Get the Pretzels w/ Honey Mustard! read more

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The food was great and arrived quickly. Good selection on menu. Seated quickly. Service was excellent from "Smoky" and team. Should have eaten here sooner in trip because i would have visited more than once! read more

Good and friendly service. Fish was fried to perfection. Really crispy and flaky inside. Wasn't too fond of the coleslaw. Not too loud. Could hear others from the other side of the long table without yelling. read more

Jake's American Bar - Menu - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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We came here for a lunch on a Saturday since we were staying at a hotel nearby. It wasn't busy inside, only a few other tables. The staff were friendly however it did take awhile for the entrees to come out even though there were only 3-4 other tables filled. Food was tasty, good portions, reasonably priced for being in a hotel. The inside is decorated with items and homage to the "fabled South Seas explorer Jake McNally". read more

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Cezar salad was 3 unchopped leaves of romaine with 3 croutons for 18$ Steak was tiny for 50$ Love the resort but the food here was a waste of money. Sushi on resort was much better. read more

this restaurant was absolutely amazing! food? fast. taste? astronomical. portions? atrociously big. when we saw the ribs we went " oh my gosh" and the waiter replied "oh my gosh", so that solidified my feelings about how kind everyone was. the theme of the restaurant was so nice about like planes and stuff. my only complaint was that the bbq was a little sweet but its ok. awesome! read more

Jake's American Bar - the aviator: ribs - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

The espresso martini is excellent. We had the flatbread pizzas and a hamburger. Everything was great.

f you're staying at the Royal Pacific, Jake's American Bar might seem like a convenient option, but it falls short in many ways. Unfortunately, this feels like a "default" dining spot rather than a standout experience. The service was painfully slow--from being seated, to getting our food, to finally receiving the bill. It almost felt like an afterthought. The vibe of the restaurant is fun with big fans and was clean. As for the food, it was disappointing. We tried a variety of dishes--chicken wings, burgers, chicken strips, Caesar salad, and chicken noodle soup--but nothing stood out. The flavors were bland and uninspired, leaving us feeling like we could've had a better meal elsewhere. While the convenience is a plus if you're already at the resort, I probably wouldn't choose to eat here again. There are better options available nearby if you're willing to explore. read more

Sat at the bar and the bartender was very friendly and attentive. Ambience was warm and welcoming. I appreciate the theming inside. I had the buffalo chicken wrap with sweet potatoes fries and it was good. If you're staying at the hotel and want a quick bite, this is a great spot. read more

We attended the Beer Dinner on June 2, the first time. Menu was really well paired with the Crooked Can Brewing beers. The Server Team was on top of each course, clearing and delivering the next drink and plate. Seating was preassigned based on party size, but overall, it was an enjoyable evening. The ticket price included gratuity & valet parking. The culinary team & Brewster came out to introduce each course, and even with a microphone, it was hard to hear some of the description, but a printed menu was at each setting to reference. Definitely interested in attending future events, but would want to see menu before committing. read more

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On the ground floor of the resort, this is a great spot for your typical American favorites. It's a large space with a great bar, really great staff, and delicious food. I ordered the shepherds pie and was a little surprised at the size when they brought it out. It looked kind of small, but it ended up being the perfect size for me (I'm a small person so it might be a less than average portion size). As yummy as the food was, it was pretty expensive. Compared to the sushi spot up on the lobby level, this is more expensive for less fancy food. I would definitely still give this place a visit next time I'm in town though! read more

Whatever you do get the buffalo chicken wrap with Blackened Salmon instead of chicken. No ranch dressing inside, instead add the sweet chili sauce. Oh my goodness!!!! This was beyond delicious! Trust this stranger on this one folks! Im ordering again before check out! read more

Staying at the Royal Pacific, we had dinner here one night. We split a double smash burger and poutine. It was good and way too much food. The atmosphere was clean and the waitstaff was attentive. Try the all American red lager. read more

After getting off the plane and exploring the hotel we were hungry! It was raining so we grabbed some food in the hotel. The food was good! Crawfish chowder with fruit bowl- the chowder was good but the over priced fruit bowl was bad! The pineapple was sour, the cantaloupe was hard and the one blackberry was bitter! Kids pizza- it was nothing special Fish and chips- she ate all of it! Burger‐ nothing super special What gave this restaurant a 4 star was the waiter! He was funny, helpful, and had a great attitude! read more

If you are looking for a place to spend a nice, enjoyable early dinner or perhaps a late afternoon with some pretty cool drinks, and good friends, by all means add Jake's American Bar to your list. Often, us locals are looking for good places to chill, that may be a bit off the beaten path. We found such a place in Jake's. Professionally run, with good customer service in mind, this place is not just for guests of the Loews Royal Pacific Resort but for any and all who would like to visit and chill out here. Fun fact, there are outside tables, so if you want to be a bit out of the hustle and bustle of the main dining room, request an outside table. There are many options on the menu and plenty of choices for vegetarians, vegans, and people with food allergies. You can visit the full confidence that there is something for everyone. They occasionally host beer events that are quite fun and entertaining so check them out often. read more

I stayed at Loews Royal Pacific Resort for my birthday this year and I had the absolute best experience at the breakfast buffet in Jakes American Bar the morning of my birthday. Heather was hands down an absolute GEM and deserves a promotion + all the best read more

The burger was fine, but the truffle fries! So good! I wasn't able to get a picture but, my husband had the pizza which was fine. My son had the tomato soup and grilled cheese. Delicious! The service was very good. It was nice and clean. The tables were a little sticky, but they were very busy with customers from conventions. Overall, a wonderful experience. read more

Jake's American Bar - Bomber burger with regular fries - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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We waited for nearly 30 minutes before being seated. Upon sitting at our table, no one greeted us for over 10 Minutes until we went up to the hostess stand to inquire. My 7 year old son ordered the "alphabet soup" off of the kids menu ($12). The soup was tomato soup with cavatappi pasta. I also ordered the tomato soup with grilled cheese ($8) and it was the same as the kids soup just without the pasta. My niece ordered the "shrimp Mac and cheese" it was baby shrimp with cavatappi pasta, watery white sauce, and peas. The dish reminded me of a lean cuisine meal. The pretzel stick appetizer was good. read more

Jake's American Bar - Kids "alphabet" soup - American Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Food was delicious, especially after a long day of flying. My husband got the burger and I got the half chicken plate. Would come back again! read more

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Don't waste your time or money. Best think about this place was the server Lala! Bland food, cold soup, cold grits, cold fries, small portions of meat and tasteless mashed potatoes. The one rating is a gift. Half full on Christmas eve was both a warning that i missed and a blessing no one else's evening was ruined. Terrible! read more

This restaurant has an identity crisis. There's a crashed plane outside that (if I remember correctly) Jake flew and he decided to start this restaurant. I was expecting the atmosphere to have some sort of explorer theme, but instead we were greeted with a bland generic atmosphere that was exactly the same as the restaurant across the way (Islands Dining Room). The pretzel appetizer was really good and our entrees were fine enough...eat here if you don't feel like heading over to City Walk, not because you want an exciting meal. You won't find that here. read more

We ate here because we had free vouchers. The ribeye was nothing special. The salmon and pork dishes were also just ok. Nothing to write home about. It was a nice touch that the chef came out to discuss an allergy. Honestly would not go back. read more