We were in Issaquah visiting the Gilman shops and the troll and stopped in for early lunch. Several of our group got eggs benny and I got the burger. All of the food was absolutely delicious! Service was reasonably fast and our server was very friendly and kind. Highly recommend stopping in! read more

I have a prior review with Jaks which was 4/5 stars. They've slipped a little... Our first visit, the menu had offerings that were jumping off the menu 'Try Me' so much that the selection was difficult. It was noted the last time that the selection was pared down; this time the selection might have been a little tighter still but the prices went up: OK, they are subject to the same economic pressures that we are. The meal this time was just average: a good meal at a tall price and specifically not a great meal at a tall price. Hopefully this is just temporary economics in play, yet less eager to call this our fave. read more

Prime sandwich good But my Brussels sprouts were awful They give you plenty but please bake or roast them before serving They were awful last night Came in around 8:30 with a friend Sorry this review is not good read more

Came here with my grandkids after going to see Jacob Two Tree troll. Casual atmosphere. There's a small bar area if you don't want to sit at a table. Food and service was very good. I do recommend but it is a little pricey so if you're on a budget, probably not the place you want to eat. read more

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Homestyle and no- fuss great quality food served with an old world ambience. It's got that neighborhood restaurant in a small town where everyone knows everyone type vibe. My friends and I came for brunch here one weekend. We came 30 minutes before our reservation, but they were happy to accommodate us. They seated us right away. Okay, let's talk food. I got the California Benedict and my friends got the crab cakes Benedict. We also ordered some mimosas because who eats brunch without mimosas. My Benny was made perfectly-- the hollandaise was very flavorful. My friends said their crab cakes were excellent. The smashed potatoes were perfectly crispy, well-seasoned, but a little on the saltier side. Service was good-- our waitress was sweet. My only complaint is that the wait time for food was long-- took about 30 minutes. Almost felt like they had forgotten our order. Be prepared to hunt for a parking spot. Because this place is in the old town area, there are just small public parking lots here and there and street/side parking only. On a nice sunny weekend I imagine it's going to be tough finding a spot so come few minutes in advance. read more

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Fast, friendly service in the bar for Happy Hour. Brief but adequate menu. We both had the Cheeseburger and fries and 2 beers: $60 before tip. Burger was a bit dry but the flavor came through without the extra Condiment. Adding a bit of ketchup leftover from the fries added enough moisture. Crisp leaf lettuce, sliced white onions, and tomato added to the mile high burger. Will be back to order the sliders and Caesar salad. Enjoy! read more

Jak's Grill - Happy Hour Cheeseburger and fries - Steakhouses Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

I usually go to Jak's for brunch with my friends, but it had been a minute since I'd been there especially for dinner (honestly, years!). We went to celebrate my friend's birthday, and overall it was a great experience. They were packed, but our food still came out fast, which we really appreciated. The service was friendly, though it was a bit hard to get our waitress's attention at times totally understandable though, she was clearly hustling and the place was super busy. The food was good, and the desserts were definitely the highlight. We all left happy. Jak's is still a solid spot whether you're there for brunch or finally making it back for dinner! read more

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Jak's is a cozy spot and the service is always great. Everyone is so nice. The food has always been excellent, in my opinion. I had The Jak's Bene for the first time and it was incredible! Try the whole menu! I haven't but I have yet to be disappointed. read more

Jak's Grill - THE JAK'S BENE - Steakhouses Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Oh boy! I mean I originally wasn't a fan going with larger groups, but it became a wonderful spot for dinners with my hubby. The steaks were big, the plate was full, you got a salad, bread, veggies, all around just fantastic. I know restaurants have to tighten their belt, but we were just there a couple of months ago and going from full meal deal as always to a super sad plate of pre-cut steak and a handful of fries... this is no longer the Jaks we love. Did ownership change? What happened? I'm sad to say, unless they let me cut my steak again, get at least a handful of veggies on the plate and make food look appetizing again... not sure why I can't go to Applebee's and get a nicer looking plate for less. You are a steak house, there are expectations and the new menu failed. read more

Jak's Grill - Steak dinner nowadays - Steakhouses Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Fantastic service and fabulous flavor! Ambiance is loud, so be prepared for that. Portion size was very small for a dinner meal. My dinner size salad was served on a 10-inch dinner plate with an empty 1.5 inch ring around the edge. I felt like I ate a half-salad for the $18. read more

Had a wonderful dinner at Jak's Grill! From the moment we walked in, the hosts were so welcoming and the servers were incredibly sweet and attentive. The food came out surprisingly fast, and my steak was cooked to a perfect medium-rare, exactly how I ordered it. The atmosphere is great, and I was impressed by how clean the restrooms were. Plus, parking is very convenient. Considering the quality and service, the prices are very reasonable. Definitely a 5-star experience read more

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After a great steak dinner at the West Seattle location, I had to try the Issaquah Jak's for brunch, and it did not disappoint. This place is the definition of a hearty, classic American breakfast. We ordered the Signature Prime Burger, Country Fried Steak, and Jak's Scramble. * Prime Burger: It's massive and incredibly juicy. You can choose between fries or a salad, but either way, it's a satisfying meal. * Jak's Scramble: Very filling and packed with flavor. * Country Fried Steak (My Personal Favorite!): Yes, it's a total calorie bomb, but worth every bite. The steak is perfectly fried, smothered in rich sausage gravy, and served with roasted potatoes and two eggs. Pro Tip for the Biscuits: Their biscuits are light, buttery, and delicious. Make sure to ask for honey! Spreading butter and drizzling honey on those biscuits is a game-changer. It's that perfect mix of crunchy, savory, and "guilty pleasure" goodness. Normally, I'd go for their "Mammosa" (the giant version of a Mimosa--great value for the price!), but I'm taking a break from alcohol lately. If you're looking for a drink, that's the one to get! The vibe is like a cozy, high-end neighborhood gem. Service is always friendly, though it can be a little relaxed (slow) at times, but that's part of the weekend brunch charm. There's a reason this place has been a local favorite for so long. If you want a real American brunch, this is the spot! read more

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Arrived a little before 5pm on our way over the mountain ready for an early dinner. We were asked if we had a reservation, which we did not, but were seated quickly. We ordered the Prime Rib Dip and the Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken. Both were delicious and served promptly. The waitress was friendly, efficient and did a great job keeping our drinks full. The restaurant has a friendly pub feel and we really enjoyed it! read more

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Had to come here for a second year of having the Beef Wellington. If you enjoy this dish, I would recommend giving Jak's a try. The beef medallion was good sized and cooked to a perfect medium rare with a nice flakey puff pastry shell and savory beef gravy. Came with asparagus and I chose the baked potato. Place was very busy for the holidays but we were seated quickly due to reservations. Ended up with a good booth in the back which helped with the noise. Server was friendly but a little hard to understand because of a language barrier and also lingered a little long at tables which made the service longer than normal. This was a one off experience, since other times service has been great. Overall great holiday dinner! read more

Jak's Grill - Beef Wellington - Steakhouses Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

I'm so glad that I got to support a mom and pop business. I walked in at 10am and the dining area was still very spacious. By the time I left at 11am, the restaurant was already packed! The steak was so tender and juicy in my hash skillet and the fresh toasts my husband had was also perfecto! read more

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Oh, heavens. We have been coming here for decades. When we feel like steak, first place we think of is Jak's . Their prices are reasonable ... not like those steak houses in Bellevue, with limited and cold services. Jak's is like an old fashioned country restaurant with reasonable price and friendly service. Located in downtown Issaquah, it's a treasure. Their steaks are always tasty. Never a complaint! read more

JaK's Grill in Issaquah has become our go‑to spot whenever we want a reliably great steak dinner. The service is always excellent - the staff is friendly, attentive, and makes you feel genuinely taken care of every time. The steaks are consistently cooked to perfection, exactly the temperature we ask for, with great flavor and quality in every bite. You can tell they really know what they're doing when it comes to steak, and that consistency keeps us coming back. When we want a place we can count on for a delicious meal and warm, professional service, JaK's is at the top of our list. Five stars, every time. read more

We were in the area after church and decided to drop in for a light meal. We ordered a fish dish and steak on skewers. We started with a Caesar salad. The restaurant has a lot of character and the service is very good. The food is well prepared and presented beautifully. Most importantly, the meals were delicious. read more

JaK's restaurant is one of our favorite restaurants. As usual we all had another wonderful meal. Our 3 steaks were juicy and cooked perfectly. The seasonal choices on the menu providing tasty new options to try. The appetizer of burrata and grilled stone fruit was presented beautifully and was a tasty mix of flavors. My husband always orders the bread pudding for dessert their featured bread pudding was dark chocolate marmalade. It was delicious! both flavors worked really well together. Our server was wonderful, friendly, knowledgeable and never made us feel rushed. She even shared the secret side dish with us - the UFO, we were all stunned that we never knew this. It's garlic mash potatoes topped with a potato pancake. The best of both worlds! We were beyond thrilled! Thank you JaK's for another great meal. read more

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We use to go to Jak's Grill once every other month but have since moved so haven't been in a while. We were in the area and decided to go for brunch. It's nice that they let you make reservations now as I remember waiting as first come first serve before. Food was delicious as always! I was sad in the beginning to see they changed their potatoes but these ones are good too. The biscuit was also very fresh and seemed like they were made in house. Overall, great brunch spot if you're in the area! read more

Jak's Grill - JaK's scramble and Sweet Steak Hash - Steakhouses Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Service charge now coming on top of being expected to tip for service. Boycott all restaurants that do both. Service charge is a % so expect higher bill out of nowhere. Stop triple dipping with high prices, service charges and tipping. Sad this place will likely go out of business soon. read more

Amazing! The food and service and ambiance is the best in town and consistently so. The bartender is wonderful and makes a great old-fashioned and the steaks are always cooked to perfection. The sides are incredible as well. Kudos to Jaks ! read more

This place used to be so so good and a bargain compared to the higher-end steak houses in the area. I told all my friends about this place and they and their families and friends became regulars. But like a lot of restaurants after Covid, quality went down despite prices going up. The ribeye here used to be phenomenal--better than any steak I've had at higher end steak houses (El Gaucho/John Howie etc) in the area. That steak was so juicy and tender with a great smoky and fatty flavor. On my last few visits, the steak has been bland and tough (relatively to what a good ribeye normally tastes to me). Based on the menu, they changed their sourcing (previously from Nebraska, now California). Despite that the price went up around 50% The other way the value went down is with their side dishes. Previously any steak came with a potato side (potato pancake here is still pretty good), steamed veggies (the carrots were always amazing), and a side salad. At some point after Covid they made it only a potato and either a side salad or a side veggie. Then it became only a side veggie (carrots no longer an option) or potato. Next I'm sure no sides will be the standard. Maybe I could tolerate the price increase if the quality was what it was before. But I can't tolerate an increase in price while both quality and quantity have decreased. Won't be back read more

Usually go for brunch, which is very good. Prices are great for the quality and quantity of the food. Lots of good brunch options but I usually end up ordering the Country Fried Steak which is top notch, but you could pick anything and be happy...just make sure to get the smashed potatoes as a side. read more

Onion rings, yes! The Cobb salad was pretty good, as was the chicken sandwich my hubby got.

It was a special wedding anniversary and we love to go here for them. We have been regulars for about 15 years. Yesterday was the worst experience ever by far. What happened to this place? It was so good for so long. They lost our reservation by canceling it when it should not have been. The lady at the reception was flat out rude and treated me and my wife like very unwelcome interruptions. It was instantly stressful. We said it was our anniversary and would like a booth to celebrate nicely but instead she refused and forced us to sit in the noisiest part while half the place with many booth were empty the entire time we were there. The prices are higher which is true everywhere, but that does not justify the poor treatment and horrible attitude of the staff. Our server was clearly overworked and hard to fault that person. We really don't know if it isn't better just to find a new favorite at this point. JaK's completely ruined what should have been a nice special time with simplicity. Now it stands out as special for all the wrong reasons. read more

Jaks is our favorite restaurant and the food is usually good, but this time, my fiance and I got severe food poisoning. Two days later and we are still sick. We are extremely disappointed because it ruined my finances birthday. They also pushed two slices of cake on us that we didn't order and made us pay for it. It was extremely uncomfortable. read more

Darkly lit, always packed... our special place to go! They have a decent wine selection, but the bartender makes fantastic martinis with the good kind of olives. We absolutely love, sharing a meal and having drinks at the bar. It's romantic. Some people dress up for a special occasion at this place and other people roll in in T-shirts and jeans. I think that's a Washington vibe. I personally think you should dress up a little bit for the special place. Yes, yes they are known for their steaks and they are fantastic. But if you're not in the mood for a steak, I will tell you their french dip sandwich and french fries are the bomb. They are sinfully delicious. This is probably my favorite meal on the menu. It is melt in your mouth delicious. Also, I'm not a giant, heavy meat eater, but these are the best burgers in town by far. I don't know how they do it, but their secret recipe is absolutely out of this world sensational. I'm trying not to walk around the earth, eating burgers, but this place is begging me too. I have to admit I really also love Tipsy Cow burgers (down the road)... Go read my review about them. However, I think the Jak's burger actually is better... And I can't even believe I'm saying that. It's fantastic. I think I even recommend the burger over the steaks. Let's talk about the service... we have been coming here for 15 years, and I have never had anything less than exceptional service. These waiters and bartenders are very talented. They are truly on the money... They don't rush you, however, they are highly efficient, highly aware and they leave you alone and let you have a conversation as well. The service is definitely five star. This is probably the best service in town. I've always felt that the hostess stand is a little lacking, however. Saying that I think the hostess at this place has a very difficult job, juggling the waitlist and the crowd and trying to get the tables turned over. I wish they had a hostess that greeted you with a big smile and made you feel like you weren't the next problem walking in the door. However, I'm sure it is an exasperating job dealing with so many people who want to eat here every night. So I get it. For years, this place did not take reservations and you just had to stand in line, sometimes outside. I am so grateful they now take reservations. On super busy nights, we've never had to wait more than 15 minutes... And we usually squeeze into the bar. We absolutely love coming to this place and overall it is definitely a five star restaurant for ambience, flavor of the food, and wait staff service! Thanks, Jaks for being such a great part of our community! read more

Yous who follow my reviews know, that as a chef, I'm a tough one to get four or five stars from, but this was an easy four stars! It is a higher end restaurant, more towards fine dining, so you won't go here to get Taco Bell prices. That being said, it's an amazing date night or night out with friends location. They have a full bar and wine by the cup or bottle (if that's ur thing), and the servers seem to be well versed in pairings. The food was excellent, I took a bite of the steak and told my hubby it "made my soul happy"!!! I would definitely go back there for a steak dinner! When you consider what it costs to buy a good, clean, steak and the time you have to take to prepare it and all the trimmings! This was well worth the price! My hubby had the fried chicken sandwich with a house salad. It was a lovely meal and quite well priced. Lovely sourdough bread came with our salads! We were both nearly full by the time our meals came! That's ok, because we both have leftovers to take home for tomorrow! Vanessa was a great server and quite pleasant! She had a beautiful smile, and was helpful in every way. We both look forward to going to Jak's Grill again, and hopefully having Vanessa as our server! The only two things that kept them from having five stars was that it was freezing inside. To be fair we were one of the first few couples to arrive once they opened, so I'm sure once it's filled with people it probably gets a bit warmer. However, for us, we were trying to hurry to finish because we were cold. Also, the booths and chairs are hardwood with no cushions, so I suggest, if you are like me and have tailbone issues, that you take a seat cushion with you for while you are at Jak's! read more

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The feel is slightly corporate, but don't let that deter you. As a breakfast place, Jak's rocks! The food is good, the service is good, and it's just plain comfortable. We went on a Sunday morning after an early hike ... the restaurant was just beginning to fill ... it's clear that reservations are a good idea, though we were early enough to be seated without one. We had a crab-cake Benedict (yum, with lots of crab) and great smashed potatoes (roast potatoes, smashed just enough to aid in eating them), and the Baja scramble -- not sure we'd get the standard flour tortillas with these (I'd recommend toast or an English muffin instead), but the scramble was good. The coffee was pretty standard (no soy milk or almond milk though), and the pot of Earl Grey was both generous and with good quality tea. We'll be going back. read more

Jak's Grill - Baja scramble with smashed roasted potatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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The new chef has ruined this place. Heard he's catering to a younger, hipper crowd. This is Issaquah, guy. All families and established professionals. We need good, high quality food and you can name your price...no BS. read more

Separating food from issues Food good. I have a service dog. DO NOT GO if you have a service dog. Empty restaurant originally told no issue until another waitress/hostess appeared and said it would be a 2 hour wait. Tried sitting at the bar and customer slams chair into my service dog. Hard to feel like a 2 hour wait in an empty restaurant wasn't due to my service animal. Once again, food fantastic, treatment of me specifically, terrible. read more

As a digital nomad, I eat all over the world, and I can confidently say this is one of the worst dining experiences I have ever had. I will never return. The service was abysmal; we waited forever just to be acknowledged, and once we were, the waiter treated our presence like a massive inconvenience. The food was mediocre at best and wildly overpriced. I ordered the lunch Filet Mignon, which arrived with nothing but a sad scoop of cold mashed potatoes that looked like they were dragged out of last week's leftovers. Chuck E. Cheese has better presentation than this ugly, lazy plating. No veggies, butter, gravy, or seasonings. To make matters worse, the steaks over at Snoqualmie are infinitely better and significantly cheaper. GO THERE! My date ordered the steak salad and couldn't even finish it, describing the meat as incredibly chewy and downright nasty. Save your money and go literally anywhere else. read more

Went to JaK's on a Saturday for brunch. First. Really only street parking so make sure to get there early for that. Second. Make a reservation. We got there at 11 with a reservation and it was packed. Definitely died down around 1 but busy until then. Had the veggie scramble with bacon and it was delicious. The potatoes are insanely good. Better than anywhere I've been! Worth it just for that! Service was great. I would highly recommend read more

we ate here last night with a 7 pm dinner reservation on a Tuesday night. It was far more crowded than we expected! but we were seated right away. Our server came to the table almost when we sat down to give us attention, and then left us to consider the menu. (Unfortunately I did not get his name.) When he returned we had selected two entrees: the 6 oz. filet mignon (medium rare) and the 6 oz. Wagyu bavette (medium rare). I had the bavette because I wanted to try the Wagyu, and my wife had the filet because it is her favorite cut of meat. I also ordered the peppercorn demi-glace. Our salads arrived first. They were cold and well prepared. My wife had the "wedge" salad (which was really just a chopped-wedge salad) and I had the Caesar. The touch of lemon in my salad really highlighted the flavor. Then came our main dish. My bavette was served in slices. The taste was so very good, and the sauce (served on the side in a nice gravy "boat") was tasty and I could put on as much or as little as I wanted. (Note that the cut of the beef means that it's cut along the grain so it has more mouth texture than a steak cut against the grain. The long fibers gave a great mouth feel.) My wife loved the filet. it was perfectly cooked with a nice dark brown crust (not charged) and when cut open there was about an 1/8" line of cooked meat and then the rest of the meat was uniformly a dark pink. Our side dish was a shared order of onion rings. I know. Something so pedestrian! But it was really a perfect note with the meat, increasing the savory-ness of the meat. We took our time and the server came over frequently to make sure that we had no requests and kept our water glasses filled. (I also had a nice glass of Merlot which complemented the meat.) Then we split the dessert - carrot cake. It was not as we expected, being less oily or "moist" but it had a great flavor - a mix of the carrot and pineapple, with an orange creme frosting. The frosting also had orange zest mixed into it so there was a definite high note or orange when tasting the dense richness of the carrot cake. We enjoyed our experience, and while we do not often go to Jak's due to scheduling, we do want to return soon. read more

The food is so delicious and high quality. The service was great. I always have a good time here and always recommend this as the place to go with friends and family. read more

Been going here since their prior location down the street. Always loved it. Got take out tonight due to the sonic-volume of the restaurant. My ribeye had lots of gristle (not tender) - not like it used to be. That can be hit or miss. What rubbed me the wrong way was that I ordered a baked potato with "the works". For $2 they gave me the tiniest dollop of sourcream - not enough to spread over the entire potato. Somebody doesn't eat potatoes with sour cream and doesn't know better or management isn't paying attention (probably both). read more

Over 10 years since my last review and I owe an update. They now take reservations so no more waiting in the cramped entryway. Food is still great, and nicer prices than other steak places. Now that you can reserve a table, it's a great place for dinner before Village Theater shows. read more

I had drinks and dinner here the other night. The food was amazing and the drinks were great. It is dark inside but not so dark you can't see your food. It got real busy before we left. My one complaint and why I didn't give this place 5 stars is our server was rather rude and impatient. Otherwise loved everything else about the place. read more

So I'm a LOT disappointed with a few changes they have made, where the $&%# is the calamari appetizer ? It was the best in the city I can get legs and small body parts ( of calamari) anyplace but you had the steak cuts. Second was the " wedge" salad that is now just a "tossed" salad (photo) And the last is the prime dip sandwich that was a steak now it's the scraps off the cutting board Why do people need to change things that are perfect? I had the burger this time no need for a photo and a different app. Service was great, drinks also great. read more

Jak's Grill - Wedge salad, just a chopped salad now - Steakhouses Near Me - Issaquah, Washington