Jake's is right near our neighborhood and we've driven past for years. We finally stopped in, and I'm glad we did. It's definitely a locals' spot. You can tell they have a lot of regulars, and the staff was welcoming. Prices are reasonable and the portions are good. The space is clean and well lit, with lots of seating and pool tables, so it works for a casual meal or a hangout. Everything hot came out hot and fresh. We ordered the Clubhouse and the Combo Basket. The sandwich was tasty and didn't fall apart, the bacon was perfectly crisp, and the ingredients were fresh. In the basket, the mozzarella sticks had a great cheese pull. The jalapeño poppers were good too. The chicken "strips" were actually slices of juicy, crispy chicken breast, well prepared. The onion rings were ok, kind of reminded me of Burger King's. We tried the ranch, raspberry jalapeño, honey mustard, and marinara for dipping. I added a dinner salad and topped it with some of the crispy chicken from the appetizer basket to make it a meal. It was great. A couple of leaves were slightly brown, but nothing concerning. They also have daily rotating specials. We'll definitely be back. read more

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This place had a nice old-time atmosphere and had the old Portland vibe, but nothing about it stood out other than it being a downtown staple for over 30 years. Some people confuse it with Jake's seafood restaurant nearby, which has been around since 1892. Both have somewhat similar ambiences. My mom had the pastrami sandwich. She was not that wowed. The best pastrami sandwich in town according to her, is from Mother's Bistro. I got Jake's steak and eggs special which featured flank steak. It was serviceable but nothing to write home about. The waitstaff were friendly from the restaurant. Was adjacent to be a lobby area for Ben upstairs oldtimey hotel. With all the great food in Portland, I probably won't be back here anytime soon unless someone I'm with really wants to go and they're buying, but it's a great historical building that carries some of Portland history and its walls and a taste of yesteryear. read more

Clam chowder was amazing! Steamer clams had a good broth. Bar tender was knowledgable and all around a cool dude.

Sat. night date night w the Mrs. & wanted to go to a nice spot that served steaks/meat. I did a lot of looking around & found Jake's. I made the reservation through OpenTable & mentioned it was the 1st time visiting & wanted a table away from the front door. We showed up 10 minutes early, and they sat us right away in a nice booth away from the door (they read the notes--good job), setting the tone for the dining experience. Food: We had the starter: Prawn & Scallop Rockefeller ($22) and you get 3. Never did appreciate odd-numbered apps, but our server was super quick to say we can add one more for just $5 upcharge (nudge nudge wink wink). For the Mains: I had the 13oz RibEye ($49.5.... C'm on... just make it $50 even), which came with a "slightly more than a scoop" of garlic mashed potatoes; they were whipped for sure. I also added the Peppercorn & Brandy Cream Sauce ($7 upcharge.... go figure). She had Jakes Slow Roasted Washington Double R Prime Rib (short name: 12oz Prime Rib, $36), cooked medium-rare, which came with 2 small stalks of broccolini. Came w/ a little ramikin of AuJus & horseradish cream (notice the word cream? it was extremely mild in flavor.. kind of a "hint" of horseradish). / This piece had a considerable amount of fat & it was definitely hard to cut. From the Shareable Sides, we went with the Sauteed Mushrooms in sherry garlic butter ($11). Cooked perfectly and the sherry flavor was noticeable. Desserts: Chocolate Lava cake w small scoop of vanilla ice cream. Super fugie-cakeie. Bananas Foster. One word: EPIC Service: Took a while to get our initial round of drinks, but aside from that, our server was super-pro (a veteran to the restaurant for sure!). And one thing to note: when my steak was delivered, I was asked to cut into it confirm it was cooked to my liking. Really appreciated that. Venue: While the place was totally packed, it wasn't loud; We could have a conversation with no issue. Overall: Great experience, great food, great service. Little bit on the pricy side, so know that going in. I'd say 4.5 if I could. We'll be back when we're craving steak/meat/chops. read more

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Love this place. Great staff! Everyone seems like family. Always friendly and attentive. Every one of them! Food is very good and affordable! Always a comfortable place to be. Cant go wrong with Jake's. read more

We started coming here about 6 months ago and immediately fell in love with Jake's! The food is delicious, the ambiance and hospitality is amazing! Chef Dwayne makes amazing food every time 10/10, highly recommend!!! read more

I've been before, some time ago, and a real treat to rerun. Crowded Tuesday dinner, we walked around in and we're able to grab a table in the bar area next to the window. Same menu, same everything, just no reservations needed for this area. Classic looking on the inside with a solid team of servers. French Onion soup in the crock is a tribute to the classic deep flavor one would expect! Flat iron steak with potatoes and green beans....fantastic and classic. read more

I love the great service and the hometown feel of this place. Been going here for a few years and know the drill with regard to most of their menu. Good bar food, happy hour specials, very delish soups, and decently priced drinks that make you want to just kick back and enjoy your time there. The waitstaff is remarkably efficient, quick to smile and offer info on the day's specials. Vancouver has a somewhat dubious rep when it comes to bar decorum, loud obnoxious types who think they are in their living room at game time are quite common, as are drunks with a belligerent tendency. Fortunately, Jakes seems to have discouraged those types from taking over the bar, it's Just good neighborhood people and a great place to chill.. read more

I came here for the first time Wednesday night and ate the best chicken & bacon sandwich I've ever had in my life. Totally blown away and wasn't expecting that from what I'd describe as a slightly divey sports bar. Drinks were fine and the bartender gave us table service even though we ordered at the bar so that was really sweet of her. It was way busier than I would have anticipated for a Wednesday night but it didn't have any impact on my experience. Food and drinks were prompt af. I noticed they stay open until 10pm and have pull tabs & a pool table and a lot of tvs. Interesting spot. I'd like to come back and try their prime rib night! read more

I'm surprised this place doesn't have a higher rating. I've only eaten there a few times, but they have the best tuna melt I've ever had. My fiancé, who eats burgers for almost every meal, says they have the best burger he has had in Vancouver (we moved here a year ago). My son likes the French dip And the steak tips. Prices are about the same as everywhere else, which is high compared to where I used to live but not high for Vancouver. Service was good when we ate at the restaurant. I do wish they had a Website, and the place is a little shabby. Also, the sign about service dogs needs editing. read more

Oldest restaurant in Portland. Great oysters, Crawdads shrimp & chicken w/rice etouffee, shrimp Louie. Great bar.

No web page, doesn't seem to have consistent hours! Is it really open? It has gone down hill since they bought out the original owners.

Food is good overcooked quite a bit though services okay food's good places clean etc

Dark environment. Seemed understaffed possibly due to being busy with what appeared to be regular customers which leads me to believe people are usually pleased here. Reuben sandwich below standard. read more

What a surprise. Friends turned us onto this place. Consistently great food. Not a huge tap selection, but never been unable to find something good. This is what I would call home cooking. Atmosphere is a little loud, but not that you can't carry on a conversation. read more

I am a regular here and you may find me with a group of friends every Wednesday. The service is fantastic. It's a nice place to take friends and have a cold one. If you are up for pool, there are a couple of pool tables as well while downing that cold one. Come on down and try their selections of beers and other spirits. read more

Our server was Molly. She did an awesome job taking care of my group. I brought in about 18 folks to hang out and socialize. I am from out of town, Florida to be exact. We arrived and took over the billiards room. She was right on top of her game and stayed interactive with us all night - we arrived at 6 PM, we left after the last call announcement. Our bill was around $230 plus $100 tip. I will highly recommend this establishment to others. The food was good, the drinks were flowing and the customer service was AWESOME. Thanks Molly. read more

Jakes is actually a pretty nice place to meet with people, socialize and play pool. The show-stopper is, they allow customers with dogs on the tables and knowingly let them eat off customers plates. Don't get me wrong, i love dogs, but it's a pretty serious heath issue with chahuahuas are running around on the table top and eating scraps off the plates.... we won't be eating there anymore.... read more

Jake's Bar & Grill - American Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Jake's is the kind of bar that was so popular in the NW back in the eighties, lots of beer drinkers, pool shooters, locals from the hood, and decent food with much improved service. Pre-covid they were really going to great lengths to serve flavorful but fairly priced chow, but now they're vaxed up and back in the saddle, but-- the menu lacks some of the good o'l dishes like the hamburger steak with gravy, We go there for the excellent salads and burgers, and very attentive service even when the place is packed and the wait staff a few people short. Bars suffer the usual upsets of constant change in the kitchen, and Jake's has had their share of ups and downs in that regard, but overall, they aim to please an we have a go to place when we just want a quick bite and a cold drink..Some night's it's just absolutely packed, and I figure that many people can't be wrong for long.. read more

This place felt like home. It's very spacious. They have a bar that has pool tables a juke box and lottery! Can you say one stop shop! Also their menu looked good. I came in on a Wednesday I tried the dollar tacos! Yummy they were ground beef with lettuce. Cheese, tomato's and server with a pack of taco sauce. Great little touch I might add! Since it was Halloween I did dress up and got a nice little gift for doing so! That's was a nice surprise! Overall the people were so nice and the staff was fantastic. Thank you for being so in-tune with hospitality. You have mastered it! read more

Went for lunch had the Fish wrap with fries, my daughter had the chicken strips with tots both were very good. The service was amazing first time here definitely worth a trip read more

I'm not one who typically leaves reviews. I'm usually the one reading them! I work with people. People are my thing! Specifically in business and work settings. First thing I noticed that is going to kill potential profit, killed our time a bit as well, was the attitude of an employee acting out in plain sight. When you're serving/hosting, all eyes are on you. You're the face of the company. You represent your team. We all have bad days but talking loudly to yourself passive aggressively where even with music and people at the bar and seated down can hear you? That's a middle finger to everyone else in that company. Oh boy. I heard hearsay that this woman was a manager. I'm not sure if she was but she had an entry level employee attitude. If she was a a manger, that's the example she's setting for her team? Not to mention it's killing the energy and vibe from customers. She wouldn't look us in the eye to tell us that we didn't have to come up the bar to order (We're new but I totally get it. Unfortunately, I waited more than 20min for a server and was hungry lol) I also understood we had a new server? I get it. Been there! I'm making an assumption that the frustration of this "manager" was either something personal (very unprofessional to bring to work) or had to do with the server. If it was with us, then there's a system breakdown in her staff and the establishment that requires correcting ASAP My first thought was, well who trained this new server? Who followed up to make sure she understood? How long was she watched? Does she have some sort of daily checklist she follows so she can self check herself. Is anyone correcting her in the moment or let her do things wrong and only notice now that you let the leash go too soon? Did you hire the right person? The server had a great attitude! The lady behind the bar with a poor attitude is gonna kill business. As a manager myself, I would have sent her home. Heck no are you bringing business down with that crap. Funny enough, whatever her frustration was, she made a "mess" for another woman behind the bar to clean up with customers. Because of her out burst, we instantly felt like she didn't want to be there, didnt care to help us, and could care less if we left. The woman behind the counter with her jumped in with smiles and assured us that the making and groaning behind her wasn't directed at us. She went above and beyond to make it right Warning, write up, and set expectation for that person and stick to it. If they're a manager, that is not manager material. The food was great tho! I enjoyed my time. I celebrated a friends 70th birthday. I was appreciative of the smiles from the other team members and accommodating the surprise that was set up!:) read more

May friends last night for $8.99 spaghetti dinner on mondays. Very tasty. Nice to meet Shannon. Very helpful and friendly.

Angela is amazing! She is so welcoming and personable, she always remembers my drink and my name! She brings a fun atmosphere and she is the reason I keep coming back. I have never had a bad experience here, feels like Cheers! read more

I have eaten there many times because it is close. The food is alright usually but the service is consistently average to poor. Two times they have screwed up. First time was about a year ago. The place was nearly empty. I ordered pancakes and they never came. The waitress was disinterested. I walked into the kitchen and they never got the order. Pancakes came out they were fine but the more was no syrup. I had to go back to the kitchen again. I talked to the manager and they comped the meal. Second time was Dec 3, 2022 My coworker and I had breakfast. The bartender was our server. He wouldn't leave the bar so I had to go get him and ask him to take our order. Someone else delivered the food The order was all screwed up. My friend never got his toast. I told the bartender and he said he would take care of it but he never did. He was not busy but never left the bar. He never checked on us. I told the woman at the front who is always friendly. She talked to him but he still didn't take care of it. My friend never got his toast or his correct order. Then the bill had charged for different food then what was delivered or ordered. I put $40 on the table and we just left. read more

We thoroughly enjoyed our meals on Saturday night. Server Brian wss wonderful; answered all our questions, very helpful with the menu. Would go back again next time in Portland read more

Jake's Bar & Grill - Pork chop with apple cherry chutney, garlic mashed potatoes and vegetables . - American Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

It's a very lively local bar with a decent menu for what it is. Wednesday nights are so busy but the bartender was still very friendly. I'd come back but maybe on a less busy night. read more

We ordered the oysters, calamari, ribeye, veal, & filet mignon. Everything was delicious! They had the best Brussels sprouts; cooked just right- nice and crispy. Oh and the best sourdough bread. Service provided by Shirley was friendly and excellent! read more

Jake's is a wonderful place to come for family dinners, or to escape with your friends after work for a cold beverage and great food. Angela or Deaun will make you feel like you are at home the minute you walk in and the food is always good. They always have amazing daily specials and soups, but I always come back to the French dip. Clean, spacious, great outdoor seating, and a great group of people makes this my favorite local place to meet friends or make new ones while enjoying great food. read more

It tasted alright and the service was good but this stake is still mooing btw I asked for medium rare

Pool League was last night so visited Jake's for the first time. Very large place with windows throughout. Bright and Clean. Pretty decent menu of various Burgers, Sandwiches, Salads and Entrees such as Fish and Chips, Fried Scallops, Meatloaf, etc. Everyday has a different soup of the day and Clam Chowder and Chili served daily. I opted for the Chef Salad. Two options, Large or Small. I opted for the Small. It was around $7 but plenty filling. Loaded with Ham, Turkey, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Boiled Egg. Comes with choice of Dressing or Salsa and extra is about $.40. I chose the Salsa and Ranch then dumped some of my brother's Franks Hot Sauce on it and Nom Nom Dinner. Came with two pieces of Garlic Toast. Later in the night I had their Tortilla Soup. Filling enough with Chicken and Squash. The server Angela topped it with Tortilla Strips and Cheese. Probably could have used some lime juice to acid it up, but the flavor was palatable. I did ask for a side of Frank's and that kicked it up a few notches. Wasn't the best I've had but it was good enough. As for service. Angela - 5 Stars, she was very attentive, constantly stopping by to refill or carry away plates. After she left around 9:30 a new server came on and I ordered a Beer. 30 minutes later, she was no where to be found, so I walked over to the bar and found her asked for another beer and that was the last time I saw her the rest of the night. When I needed another and could not find her I went and asked the bartender and apparently she left for the night. Let me get this straight, my server who was barely attentive, leaves for the night and doesn't even ask me if I want to close out my check or notify me she's leaving? POOR! 0 STARS for that one. read more

Jake's Bar & Grill - Small Chef Salad - American Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

If you want bugs in your drink go here. Worst service. EVERYONES food around us was sent back too. First time they brought my drink BUG sent it back and back came more BUGS. YUCK! I Immediately walked out. Do not waste your time and money here. Aweful experience! read more

Went there to have a mellow time and grab a bite the cook name is Tracie and he's awesome I will tell my friends the place is awesome for a good fun time the bar tender was friendly and the food was great. I'd give Jake's ten stars if I could I will recommend this place to everyone. And Tracie is a great cook. Has a good attitude. The experience perfection. Not to expensive either it's a nice neighborhood bar kind of like cheers. read more

Not bad and not amazing, buy worth your time. As I recently moved into the neighborhood my wife and I were looking for a nice local place to grab some simple bar food and a drink. Jake's has been there for several years so we decided to give it a go. Parking is something of an issue there, to start. Though the location is quite large, designated parking is not particularly clear and we had to park by a nearby, closed, barber. Upon entering the bar area we sat ourselves and had to eventually flag down someone to help us get our evening started. Granted, it was a Thursday night, but the staffing seemed fairly light and as such the customer service was a bit lacking. We eventually had someone help us and take our drink order. The beer and alcohol selection was about average for what you would expect at a PNW establishment of this size with everything on tap from Coors to Boneyard RPM. The happy hour menu was a diverse grouping of well priced munchables that will help coat the stomach for an evening of jolliness. The regular menu, quite varied (including a Liver and Onion dinner) was well priced and offered all the basics as well as a few well constructed specialty items (see the Londoner). We decided to order the Reuben and the Philly. it is here where disappointment set in. Half of my recent was filled with corned beef, the other half....mostly filled with sauerkraut. My wife's Philly was more of a French dip with some sautéed veggies than the nice crispness of a Philly (it was served with a tasteless au jous). The fries were clearly pulled from a freezer and probably spent their life in a giant brown bag until they were submerged in boiling oil and placed on our plate. The lacking of flavor extended there. The one distinctive light was a squirt bottle given to us with the ketchup and mustard. It was some random brown sauce that tasted vaguely of cocktail sauce, but better in every way. Sadly, this was the highlight in our neighborhood dining experience. Seating is ample and they have a fenced outdoor area, but I can't say that there was anything remarkable about Jake's. It does the job of getting you a cold drink and edible food in more or less a timely fashion. Dont, however, expect to be blown away by any aspect of your adventure here. read more

Jake's Bar & Grill - The Reuben - American Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

When the world is falling apart it's important to have a place that feels safe and feels like home. My night tonight at Jake's bar and grill what the best thing that's happened to me since covid-19 started. The food was incredible but nothing compared to the service. Deaun took care of us in a way that helps us forget about the world for a while. Come have have a beer and stay for the service. You'll be glad you did. read more

Good drink prices, food will make you sick. Had the "special" suggested by the staff and I'm going to the hospital

Wow. The Couve can surprise sometimes. This is a local pub, clean, friendly and attentive service. We had the Saturday night special which is a 6oz Sirloin from the butcher across the street (delicious), three breaded shrimp, choice of baked or mashed, and garlic toast. They allowed us to swap the potato for a very fresh salad! It's laid back, middle-aged and older working class locals. Sports TV, pool tables and a very nice bar section. The owner put some money into the place. They serve pitchers of beer and our favorite Hefeweizen (4 pints) for $13.00!! We both enjoyed the meal, service, and price. We will be back! read more

My waitress Katie is fantastic she gives too notch service even when the place us slammed.She is the best

This place is great. I order take out from here at least 1-2 a week because they're conveniently located right down the road from my office lol. The food is really good, and price isn't bad. I'd say the pricing is to be expected for the amount and quality they give you. I would definitely recommend for a good place to eat! read more

Jake's Bar & Grill - Cobb Salad to go w/ added cherry tomatoes - American Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

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Very disappointed in Jakes. This has always been a go-to, but not tonight. Service was exceptionally slow, and there were empty tables (so I know they weren't slammed). Took literally an hour for a hamburger that arrived cold and sad looking. Probably sat out on kitchen counter. Waitress apologized saying kitchen backed up... for whom? No "busboys" showed up to take salad plate; no water refill. As I write this, my food has been finished for 15 minutes... and no server in sight to ask about dessert or offer the bill. I walked up to the reception to ask for help. I'm sorry Jakes, but we are no longer friends. You're off my list. read more