First time here and came for brunch. I had the steak hash (mainly a ton of potatoes) but decent... The biscuit was yummy! He hubs had chicken fried steak and said it was delicious! Friends had eggs bene... Yum!!! And yogurt parfait (not that amazing but what can you expect). Drinks were reasonably priced and strong. My girlfriend and I had two "man- Mosas" and left feeling good:) we will go back but this time for dinner! read more

I came here yesterday for a work lunch, and we were quickly seated and attended to. I ordered their amazing half spinach salad with honey mustard dressing, almonds, pecans, egg, mozzarella, and baked chicken. Wow! I know making a salad is a very simple task, but seriously some places just don't make it right. BUT not this place- not at all! My salad was dressed literally to perfection! Not overly soaked in salad dressing, just the right amount to make it heaven in my mouth with each bit. My co workers all enjoyed their sandwiches and we received great service! I highly recommend this place if you're ever in the area. Great atmosphere, set up and ambiance. I would def check out the extensive wine list on my next go. read more

It pains me having to review this local favorite. I would give 3.5 star. Here it goes (been to all the locations a couple times). I consider myself as much as a value eater as the guy next to me, but as an meal definitely wasn't wowing. Service = good to great, did wait quite a while, but thats sort of expected for such a popular joint Ambiance = Good enough, not your downtown, fofo joint, which i happen to like Food = I would say the only complaint the steak lacks flavor, a bit more rub would go a long ways, of course i grew up in a restaurant so i have a salty palate. Appetizer are awesome, go with the shrimp. Price = $$$ Crowd = all ranges, maybe a bit more casual then I would like Personal Favorite = Value Worst = overhype leads to high expectations Meal for two = 110 Final Say = Conveniently located steak, I would have no problem putting down another 25 bucks to upgrade to downtown! read more

Man, do I love JaK's! Want a steak just as tasty as what you'd get at the Met or Daniel's, but 1/3 or 1/2 of the price? Hit up JaK's! My favorite is the Petite cut of the Filet Mignon, which is around $30. It truly melts in your mouth. The price includes bread to start, salad next (the Caesar is delicious), and your entree comes with a hearty serving of fresh vegetables and a starch -- please do not miss the Potato Pancakes, for your own sake! I dream about those things... The steak is cooked exactly how you order it, and if not, they'll happily make it over. For those in your group that don't want/like steak - they have tons of different options including salmon, chicken, and a ten dollar burger. To save a little bit of cash, think about bringing your own bottle of wine ($20 corkage fee). The mahogany booths, low "library" lighting and bustling atmosphere make it fun to go there, but still a special night out without breaking the bank! AMAZING food + AMAZING service + cool place = heavenly! read more

Our one and only steak house in West Seattle. It's pretty fantastic from food to service.

Yum! I've been to Jak's in West Seattle five or six times. The steak is great and the seafood is pretty good. Waits: sometimes exceptionally long. Service one father's day was painfully, painfully slow. I recommend going for a burger at a low-volume time--- this is a steakhouse but the burgers are reaaaaly good. Two people can easily share one. read more

It's excellent. A bit more than I want to pay, maybe, but worth it for the occasional splurge. The steak is cooked perfectly and exactly how you request it. For someone who says they want their steak "medium-rare, but more rare than medium" this is often difficult to accomplish. The butter that is served with the steak is what makes it. The potatoes are just so-so. They would be great if the cook wasn't so stingy with "the works" or my baked potato. I loved the sangria. If you order it request it without ice or with ice on the side since they fill the cup with ice and you pay 6.50 for essentially a few gulps. read more

I have eaten here 4 times and all 4 times, my steak was AMAZING! Cooked just how I ask, along with great presentation & a fabulous wine list! Totally worth the extra few bucks. Can't wait to go back! read more

JaK's Grill - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I absolutely love this place! Every meal I have eaten in this restaurant has been pretty close to perfect. My favorite is the rib-eye with fresh grated horseradish, and potato pancakes . Each steak has been cooked perfectly, which can sometimes be hard to find. A nice wine list and friendly knowledgeable staff round out my 2 thumbs up for this fun joint. It can get a bit noisy for folks with sensitive ears or people who are looking for a quiet romantic chomp. I personally think the boisterous chatter is part of the charm. :) read more

Very disappointed in Jak's. First the ambiance is non-existent. Dark and dis-jointed. The food was ok. I would never go back.

I was VERY impressed with my meal, with steak cooked perfectly and a pretty healthy portion of food with excellent service. It was well worth the money, which is pretty rare these days in Seattle. I didn't care too much for the decor inside, it was fairly unremarkable. However, I didn't come here for the atmosphere, I came to eat :) read more

Jak's is one of those restaurants that is altogether greater than the sum of its parts. It's an independant steakhouse privately owned and operated. I'm a big believer in independant restaurants and find Jak's to be a great example of how to do restauranting right. The steak is excellent, both in handling (skilfully aged) and preparation (almost always cooked a perfect medium as requested). The various sides (potato cakes!) and vegetables support the beef well, and are typically good flavor and texture pairings that combine well with the steak, resetting the pallate and helping make each bite of steak as good as the first. Instead of trying to be exotic (and ultimately distract from the steak), Jak's takes reliable ingredients like potato and green beans and prepares them with simple excellence. The service is quite good, both in the wait staff and the clearly talented kitchen staff. I've spent many an evening at the bar, trying to finish laptop work between business trips, and the Jaks staff has always been courteous and accomodating. (take a note: there's no better stimulant for after hours computer work than a good steak and good gin/tonic) Jaks is one of my favorite restaurants; a combination of great cuisine, service and ownership that makes it a pleasure to visit. read more

This is the real deal. I had the special which was a Holiday Cowboy Ribeye which had a coffee based spice rub with jalepenos. The blue cheese salad and fries that came with my steak were excellent for the small price I paid(~$35) relative to other steakhouses I've been to. The service was unpretentious and the atmosphere cozy on the rainy day I was there. Highly highly recommended. read more

Saw a lot of people rave about the steaks from this place but we went here for brunch so I felt it was too early to eat steak. Though now that I think about it, there should be nothing wrong about eating steak for breakfast... Anyway, my boyfriend ordered Zak's Burger and asked for the UFO but they didn't serve the UFO at that time so all he had was the burger and some fries. The burger was REALLY GOOD! Juice and meaty all at the same time. I would have definitely finished a whole one had I ordered that but I had the Zak Bene instead! My Bene was okay... no veggies!!! I felt my meal was incomplete without some kind of roughage at least. I had fruits with my plate but alas, no vegetables. The sauce was alright and nothing too exciting. I was a little disappointed with my order but if I do go back, I'm definitely trying the steak! read more

One of the few places I can comfortably order a medium rare steak. I literally starve myself before I eat here, because I want to eat everything on my plate. I went here once on my birthday when it snowed and the waiter didn't have candles so he soaked a sugar cube in 151 for a candle. The chocolate on chocolate cake was pretty awesome too! read more

Jaks is a Steak and Seafood Restaurant! I took my boyfriend here for dinner because he wanted a good steak. He loved it - said it was one of/if not the best steak he's ever had. Mashed potatoes were delicious. We also ordered their artichoke dip with the Dungeness crab - SO GOOD!!! Was definitely the best we've ever had. I've had their salmon sandwich which was delicious and had their lobster Mac and cheese. It was good, not mind blowing, but nicely cooked. The service here is really good. We had a longer wait then expected and they were very courteous and apologized for the wait. It's definitely an older crowd here - probably due to the prices and atmosphere. A great place to take parents :) read more

JaK's Grill - NY steak and lobster Mac n cheese - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great food, service & cocktails! What more could you ask for on a Sunday morning. The crab eggs Benedict were the best I've ever eaten. The Bloody Mary was outstanding and very reasonably priced. It's my New fave brunch spot. Not sure if they take reservations. Waited at the bar for a few minutes to be seated upstairs which I recommend; good people watching at the farmers market. read more

Amazing breakfast, never been for lunch or dinner - I did however witness some killer looking burgers at the bar next to us. My friend and I split the 509 Casserole, which comes served with a biscuit & a side of our country style sausage gravy. Absolutely amaze-balls!! Manmosas are a must, also! read more

I'm a picky customer, mainly based on customer service issues. But I'll tell you what: I just love Jak's. I really don't have a lot to add to this. You want a great steak/burger/salad/martini? Go to Jak's. The people? These people are by and large just doing exactly what they're supposed to be doing. They are friendly; they ask you what needs to be asked; they show up with drinks, food, refills, and smiles just kind of on time. You leave pretty sure that when you come in three months later that they're going to remember you... and what you ordered last time. Because they're that sincere. One simple cautionary note. If you like stuff cooked much, order one size up. Like Zappos.com: sometimes you read "order one size larger." Here if you like a medium cooked steak, order "medium plus" or "medium well". Because they go decidedly on the rarer side of every single order. You have been warned. Go to Jak's. Get a steak. Go home happy. read more

Just had the best burger of my life here. No shit. The steak sandwich is really great too. These guys are worth their price. If you want food above the norm this is the place. They also got some fruit for my Dad who is diabetic without even questioning it or charging. Very classy place. read more

one of the best steaks in town! I love going here for lunch to grab a burger as well, great place and great atmosphere. Its a little pricey but well worth the money. Im always well taken care of here. The last time I bought food to go, when I got home my steaks were well done. So I called and complained. The mgr refunded me my money and later that week got a gift card in the mail! GO FIGURE! Will I go back, or ever recommend them? you figure it out ;) read more

I just realized I have not written a review for this place and it one of my favorite places to go fro brunch. I have been here for brunch and Happy Hour and think they are both great but brunch being the best. This is our favorite breakfast/brunch place. Start off with a good bloody mary then go to steak and eggs or the southern sweet hash. Either choice will make you happy. The steak is very good and the biscuits that come with the breakfast are wonderful. We always have great service and always come back. read more

this is for bar service only. i came in on a saturday night. the bar was slammed but i was still greeted with a very warm "hello" from my bartender, andrew. great service and very attentive. one of the managers (cory) even stopped by and said hi! overall, great service, great food, great atmosphere! oh, they got rid of their steak tartare =0( read more

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Huge portions!!! My girlfriend and I came here super hungry for dinner one night and ordered a steak each. We also got onion rings, they were extra crispy and super good. For the steaks we both got the ribeye, I got the rubbed one and it was so bomb. They undercooked hers a little but they took it back and fixed it. Expect to have yummy leftovers if you get a steak read more

The greatest retaurant. Charming, great food, awesome wine. Steve is the best bartender in the city. Thank you. read more

This is a pretty nice place! The burgers and mac and cheese are pretty good and the waiters are all super friendly! I'd suggest trying to make a reservation if attempting to eat here on a weekend night though... This place gets PACKED! ALSO, for dessert fans, they have creme brulee! So delicious! read more

(Changing my rating since no comment by management was made. Apparently seating someone right next to the kitchen even when plenty of tables available and has a reservation and we ultimately sat at another available table and watched others sat at open tables - seating POC next to the kitchen is totally normal) We love steak places like El Gauchos and Capital Grill. JaK's is good for a West Seattle restaurant. Our servers have always been kind and friendly. This time like one other time, they attempted to seat us right next to the kitchen door. I made a reservation and there were plenty tables available-not Covid situation bc every other table was established and we chose a different available table. I told the host that we wouldn't sit there. He had a table a few over and did not seat anyone at the bad table for another 30 minutes, with seating people at other open tables. In my opinion, those tables should be the last to seat. People of color/ POC, often get stuck at a lesser table. I figure they try to stick people there that will accept it. We won't. They eventually sat an elderly couple there who did not want to sit there. There were open tables bc I could see the cleared tables that could've held people, not the "every other table" issue. I write this to remind the management and hosts not to sit POC at undesirable tables. I almost stopped to say something but I find it a little too upsetting and I worry that I won't be kind. Here's my way of saying, not cool and stop it. We still gave our server a 20% tip bc it wasn't her fault read more

Jak's is a good dependable go-to in the Junction. Always a good meal, and the atmosphere is laid back and comfy like an old La-Z-Boy. Decent selection of steaks, and some seafood items for those who aren't into the bovine thing. Service is usually quite good, although I have had a few visits where wait times to have order taken was a bit long. Overall a good place for a hearty meal. read more

I'm not sure if I really need to write another review stating how good Jak's is, but I will. They have great steaks and their prices can't be beat. I've heard they get their meat from the same source as the city's best steakhouses. No reservations, but you can go early and put your name down. If you like your red meat done right ~ this is the place. read more

I think this is the best deal on a quality steak in Seattle area. There are multiple locations, but I've only been to the one in West Seattle. I've been here a dozen times and it's ALWAYS delish! I generally get the Filet, but the Ribeye is tasty as well. Other cuts are just as good, but I haven't ordered them personally. You'll expect $15 average less then the "fancy" Seattle steakhouse, but the food is equally as good. Bottom line Good price for a Great steak. The ambience is nothing fancy so if you're looking to get the whole package and amazing by the setting, this is probably not your first choice. Full bar and good selection of beer and wines. Wait is generally not too bad (about 15-20) mins during peak dinner hours. Parking is mainly street, but there is a small FREE lot kiddy-corner behind a shopping complex if you don't mind a very short walk. read more

Walked by this place many times not thinking it was much. But it's nice and pretty big inside with the restaurant extending back a ways and it has a cool second level. Service was great. I liked the bartender. Food was reasonably priced versus other places in the area. Got the Eggs Benedict with sausage instead of ham; it was good. Their sausage and bacon was PHENOMENAL. I love my meat, haha - and theirs is the best sausage links I've had. (= Good value for their Bloody Mary's and quite tasty. Overall, had a good experience and would definitely come here again. read more

I've been to all three Jak's locations and this one is, by far, my favorite. I don't know why it is, but the food at this particular location is delectable. Drool. I don't eat steak too often, but when I'm in the mood, Jak's is always the place I think of. I don't think I've ever been disappointed with the food here and the prices aren't outrageous (like most other steak houses in Seattle). Steak dinners come with a side salad, bread, fresh veggies, and your choice of potato. I recommend the potato pancakes, they're to die for. Don't worry, you won't leave hungry, but for you big appetites out there, they have a 40 oz. Porterhouse. A friend of mine once order this, it reminded me of the old 96er from the Great Outdoors. Too.Much.Meat. Ahhh! Well, either way, if you're a vegetarian, this is probably not the place for you, but for us flesh eaters, this place is wicked awesome. I recommend it to one and all (meat eaters, I mean). Side note (listen up, you veg-aquarians out there): If it is Copper River Salmon season here in Seattle and you find yourself dining at Jak's, do yourself a favor and order it. I don't think salmon has ever tasted so good. Jesus, I still have wet dreams of that salmon. Drool. read more

Best steak joint in Seattle...period. Seriously. And one of the best in the US. Really. Price to value? Ridiculous. OK, so it doesn't have the cachet or wine list of the Met or the Brat Pack suaveness of El Gaucho (and now that the Cigar Room is closed, who frickin cares anymore?), but 39 bucks for a Jak's cut Filet Mignon of exceptionally high quality and perfectly (medium rare for me) cooked? SOLD! And that includes a salad and a side! (Although, little less dressing on the salad please). Explain to me why people still go to Morton's and Ruth's Chris again? Oh, that's right...mediocre chain restaurant steaks. Yeah....you're right...go there, it will keep the wait times down at Jak's. Ya gotta wait...expect 1-2 hours every day they're open. If you're already bored with your date, not a place to go. Saw a complaint about the wine list. Never has to be extensive to be good. Don't really need a single vineyard Verdejo on the list at a local steakhouse. The list has well selected and very well priced American wines (though a Bordeaux or two would be a welcome addition) and adds to the meaty fun. Hint: get the UFO as your side...potato pancake atop garlic mashed potatoes....empty carbs and lots of potassium never tasted so good! MOOOOOOO! read more

If anybody love steak, they must come to Jak's grill.. I mean the price is kinda expensive but I swear it will be worth it .. their steak is the most delicious steak I have ever eaten .. just have to love their new york strip and filet mignon .. the food is awesome but the seating area is horrible .. they were so crowded .. and so my boyfriend and I ended up eating on a bar table .. and it really hard to eat because the table was tiny .. read more

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This place is known for steaks and while lunch here is a decent option if you are in the mood for steak, dinner is a disappointment. The prices are extremely high relative to the quality of food and presentation that you get. Do not attempt to try anything other than steak as the Grilled spicy shrimp and other non-steak dishes are an immense poor value for money. 5 pieces of overcooked and overspiced shrimps for over $25?? Side vegetables, broccoli, were served boiled, bland (am I in England?) Overall, 2 stars for dinner. 3 stars for lunch. 4 stars for friendly service, though not quite prompt enough, even on a slow rainy/snowy evening. read more

I went to Jak's back in September of 2011. It was fantastic. The crab cake appetizer and lobster mac and cheese was delicious. I had a side of garlic mashed potatoes which were also very good. It was a bit expensive, but totally worth it. I definitely will stop here again the next time I'm in town. read more

I really like Jak's. For the most part, I have had great food and service here. The prices are half of what other steak houses in the city are and the sides are included so you don't have to spend even more if you want veggies or potatoes. The portions are huge so I have never tried their appetizers and I always leave with a doggie bag. I wish they took reservations for larger parties though since I would definitely have birthdays and other celebrations here. Every once in a while you get a bartender or a server with a bad attitude but, in general, the service has been great. read more

We moved to West Seattle in January and JaK's has become one of our favorite places for brunch, lunch, and dinner. My first meal here was a burger for lunch and the quality of the meat itself blew me away. They have appeared on at least one national "best burger" list, and for good reason. Aside from the standard JaK's Burger, they offer a couple of other standard treatments and then they have a daily special burger. Of course, you can also order a custom configuration just the way you like it. The steaks are all very good. Nice cuts, cooked to order, great sides. I'm especially a fan of the potato pancakes, which are just like the ones my Lithuanian grandmother used to make. There's at least one secret menu item, a side called UFO-style potatoes, which is a pile of garlic mashed potatoes topped with a potato pancake. Yummy! The BLT on the lunch menu is to die for. There are a number of salads; I'm partial to the spinach salad which is topped with a generous sprinkling of real bacon bits, raw mushrooms, almonds, egg, mozzarella cheese and a yummy honey mustard dressing. They regularly have fresh sheet specials that take advantage of seasonal ingredients. The swordfish special, when they have it, is worth the trip. The brunch happy hour is a great value. Available only in the bar, there are a number of drink specials and then several breakfast options that are $5.95 each with the purchase of a drink special. One hour only, 9-10 on Saturdays and Sundays. There's a reason we're regulars here and know nearly all the front of house staff by name. You won't be disappointed. read more

Came here for dinner last night with 3 of my friends. They don't make reservations, but it was a Tuesday night so I wasn't too worried. It had a nice ambience and feel to it. Not entirely fancy... But not run down either. We got seated upstairs & their policy is the whole party has to be there before you're seated. Service was pretty nice. Our server was really sweet and even knew some of our names by the end of the night. We ordered the stuffed pork chop, top sirloins, and New York strip, and a side of Mac n cheese. The pork looked really good. I didn't try it though. But it was a huge portion. My 2 friends got the top sirloins. The petite is 9 oz. and JAKS cut is 15oz. It looked good and they cooked it to the right temp. My NY strip was seasoned well. Next time I will get medium rare because my medium was a tad bit more done than I expected it. The potato cakes are BOMB. they are crunchy crispy and cheesy. I will take this any day to mashed potatoes. Anyways, everything was good, pretty well priced, and I would probably come back if dining with friends again! Took away 1 star because it wasn't the BEST steak I've had. I am loyal to the Met! read more

For the carnivore, Jak's always delivers. Nice and relaxed little spot, almost has more of an east coast eatery vibe, something you'd find on the shores of New England. Drink are well made and crafted, with a great selection of ryes, bourbons, and scotch. Tap list is alright, but whiskey is best for a steak dinner. Food is amazing. Start with a light salad and save your appetite for one of their great steaks. Petite, ny, or the filet mignon-- all are great choices as long as you go medium rare. If you're not feeling the steak sauces, you can substitute some grilled/caramelized mushrooms instead. Vegetable sides are also well-portioned and delicious. If you're not feeling the steak, the chicken and salmon options are also great. Service was a bit lackluster. Literally sat at the bar for 10 minutes before we were even greeted. Staff seemed a bit aloof overall, not rude or arrogant, just a bit spacey. But once we were served the staff was nice and friendly. read more