My fiancé and I tried this place for the first place today. He had a latte and I have a tappucino which is like a frappuccino, only Tappahannock style. The coffee was fantastic! The waitress was only also fantastic! She was very kind and very attentive. My fiancé ordered the big country breakfast and I ordered the blueberry bread French toast. We also ordered some Jacks to try since they're famous for them! My fiancé said his potatoes were cold and the ham was overly salty but everything else was delicious. My French toast was on point and the Jacks were amazing! We will definitely be coming back! It's such a cute little cafe! read more

Java Jacks Coffee House - Our breakfasts and coffees! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tappahannock, Virginia

Great place. So cozy and nice atmosphere. We've been here several times and always get great service. Food is always great and we love their jacks! read more

I've been here a couple of times. Nice location, nice staff but the food portions are very small and I feel overpriced. I'm not a big eater and don't usually complain about portion sizes but I was pretty surprised at the tiny portion on my breakfast plate. The place itself seems to be busy every time I have visited and there is always a nice atmosphere. read more

Cute, local spot in an old converted house. Food was simple yet good. Service is friendly. Menu says omelet served with flapjacks... We were under the impression of pancakes, they are beignets. read more

Best breakfast in Tappahannock! Service is a little slow, but so are most small restaurants in the south. read more

Java Jacks Coffee House - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tappahannock, Virginia

I was in the area for a 4 day training and myself and 2 coworkers ate here for lunch. I was very pleased with my meal. I had the taco salad with shrimp and it was awesome. Before leaving I ordered a pumpkin chai and OMG I can not express how great this beverage is. I highly recommend this place. The staff was nice and knowledgeable of the menu items and the owner came around to each table before the guest left. Please do not overlook this place check it out you will not be disappointed.. read more

This place doesn't look like much, but don't let it fool you. The food is amazing! I had gotten the crab Benedict and I think it's the best I've had. I promise you will not be disappointed with this place! read more

Happened by on the way back from Tangier Island in the early morn. Needed an excellent cup of coffee and was not disappointed. Had a group of four and everyone was quite happy with the "jacks" and adored the apple butter which was home made. The crab quiche is definitely a must! The applewood bacon was excellent as well. If one is anywhere nearby don't miss this restaurant. They are only open for breakfast and lunch and it is small so there may be a line. read more

Delicious. Large servings combined with an inexpensive price. Waitstaff extremely friendly.

One of my favorite places to eat breakfast or lunch. Great food and great service! I love the fresh vegetables and other healthy options they have. Also, tons of coffee. Check them out! read more

Bruce and Mimi's place is the most inviting stop for a weary hungry traveler. This fine establishment goes out of their way to make you feel at home (even if you kinda miss their open hours!.) They special source their ingredients and the coffee is distinguished. It's vitally important to support local small businesses like Java Jacks. This joint is authentic, hand made, home cooking at its best. Next time pass by a chain restaurant and meet some friendly people at Java Jacks! read more

Great atmosphere as soon as you walk in. I ordered the crab quiche with a side of fried cat fish. The waitress was super nice and the coffee. Her name was Emily. Places like this remind me that I need to go back to home town more often. read more

Java Jacks Coffee House - Crab quiche with fried cat fish and a coffee. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tappahannock, Virginia

I seldom go anywhere twice. This is my third time at Java Jacks. Great food reasonable prices and awesome service .. everyone is smiling,

The jacks are amazing! I love the crab quiche and the chicken salad. Great omelettes and fried potatoes. Call your order in, take it home, and eat in your jammies if you'd like, but the charming indoor eating space is wonderful too. I've always had friendly waitresses, great service, and I've never had a bad experience there. Did I mention the jacks are amazing?! Oh, and they make the apple butter. It's delicious too. My only frustration is that they close at 3pm daily. I'd love to get food there after my work day, but they are always closed by the time I get into Tappahannock during the weekdays. I really want to give five stars... read more

Excellent! Stopped for breakfast passing through on a Sunday morning. The place is a great old little house. Food was all delicious!

Java Jacks has become my weekly treat! Food is delicious. Daily specials are consistently excellent. The wait staff is the best. Love the atmosphere. Thrilled the patio is pet friendly The signature Jacks are a must try! It's my favorite restaurant in Tappahanock! read more

Best place for breakfast or lunch in tappahannock! Love the chicken salad sandwich! Great atmosphere and great staff! Also have the most delicious baked goods! read more

Went for breakfast. Hard to pick from menu. Settled on chipped beef. It was delicious.

Just had the best breakfast we've had in a long time! On our way home to MD from Gloucester VA and found Java Jacks on Yelp. Perfect omelet, yummy avocado toast. Cute beach vibe. read more

Excellent! A gem with wonderful breakfast, nice decor and great service. Sizable portions, with normal fare and unique options prepared very well. Well worth a u-turn! read more

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I was in town for a wedding and we ate breakfast at Java Jacks two days in a row. It is a cute coffeehouse (that used to be a physical therapy center) with a great ambiance - paintings, artworks and other charming decor can be found throughout the house. The food was good although portions were not as big as I was expecting for the price. For some unknown reason the service was extremely slow the first morning we were there even though it was not too crowded - they apologized when we went up to pay. The second morning was fine and I had very good corn grits. They have a large variety of drinks and I recommend the sweet peach tea. They also have their specialty Jacks, which are like the Tappahannock version of beignets (fried dough sprinkled with powdered sugar). Service speed aside, it is probably your best option for local breakfast/coffee in Tappahanock. read more

Great place! Food is excellent as is the service. Best breakfast I've had in a long while. Place is very cute and homey inside. Don't miss it. read more

Excellent service, good food, the Jack's aren't pancakes but little delightful pillows of fried dough with powdered sugar. I like to put jelly in them. read more

Really good coffee! Good food, only problem was our server checked on us but didn't clean the trash from the table, and my omelette & fried potatoes were cold. They must make the batch early:( Also, the $9.00 ($10 since we added two more toppings) omelette says it's made with 3 eggs, they must be really small eggs! I'll give them a second chance and update upon that visit! read more

Amazing in every category from service, food environment! We were a party of 4 and everyone's meal was tops!

We had a great breakfast and coffee. Lots of high quality food and exceptional service. We tend to eat vegetarian but do still eat eggs and cheese. Saw lots of options. I had omelette with standard sides and a side order of grits. My wife had blueberry pancakes and our guest had oatmeal with blueberries added as a special request. They take reservations. Very interesting ambiance with antiques, art and an old house vibe. Definitely not a chain restaurant and definitely worth a visit. read more

Cosy! Wonderful service and very pleasant servers! Thank you! Really helpful with Celiac issues, thank you!

Make a point to eat here; excellent food and folks who make it happen. Found Java Jack's via Yelp while headed back to NC. Had choice of breakfast or lunch since it was 11am. While all the breakfast choices on the menu and neighboring tables looked enticing, as I was headed inland I wanted to take one last advantage of fresh Northern Neck seafood. My server was Megan, who was very friendly and attentive. The option of Crab Bisque as a side for an extra $1 was too good to pass up and it was very tasty, as was the accompanying slice of cornbread. The true star was the basket of fried oysters--succulent, sweet, lightly breaded and fried, and plenty of them. Oh my!...what a delicious way to end a great vacation! Prices were both reasonable and a great value. Met owner Bill, running the cash register, who was also very personable. Will make a point to stop by next time I'm in the area. read more

Very Friendly. Great food. Excellent wait staff. Beautiful interior. You do not want to miss this place! read more

Very good food excellent bacon and the jacks are delicious. I could eat those all day. These are the places we need more of, small business and real food. My only complaint is the eggs were "scabbed" I like my eggs over easy with no crunchy parts, but I get it, it's the south they probably love them this way down here. But overall excellent and clean n friendly. read more

Happened by on the way back from Tangier Island in the early morn. Needed an excellent cup of coffee and was not disappointed. Had a group of four and everyone was quite happy with the "jacks" and adored the apple butter which was home made. The crab quiche is definitely a must! The applewood bacon was excellent as well. If one is anywhere nearby don't miss this restaurant. They are only open for breakfast and lunch and it is small so there may be a line. read more

Driving back to DC planned on grabbing a quick bite and stumbled upon this gem. Delicious oyster Po Boy (juicy, fresh) and crab cakes. More than all this, AMAZING service. The owner not only allowed but basically insisted that we eat inside with our dog- much appreciated on a steamy day. Will most certainly be back next time we pass through Tappahannock! Thanks! read more

The grilled chicken on my salad had excellent seasoning, and the greens were super fresh. Might want to serve in a wide bowl as opposed to the small flat dish. The owner is very welcoming and appreciative, made us feel special. This is why people should go local when you travel!! read more

What a delightful visit we had with Mimi and her gang! From an immediate warm reception upon walking in the door to the immediate attention from the server upon being seated! I've wanted to visit this quaint eaterie for as long as it has been open and just never made the time to stop! Today was the day that we stopped! BOY were we delighted - throughout - our entire visit! The owner Mimi comes over and introduces herself and shares her story! I LOVE the story and what it means to an owner. In this fast paced world where everyone is trying to be like everyone else - this place shines! Our food was brought out super swiftly! Our lunches had us ooohing and ahhhhhing to the last bite. We chose the Tuscan Lemon Cheesecake for dessert and it was beyond great! Couldn't leave without a coffee in hand! Thanks to all for making our visit super nice! We'll be back soon! read more

This little cottage converted into an art gallery/restaurant/coffee shop is a gem. The menu is small, well-chosen and well-prepared. The food is super fresh. The staff is friendly and cheerful. Mimi and Bruce, the owners, are around often and make you feel as though you have wandered into a favorite aunt and uncle's house to eat. The furniture and decor are sweet...pretty Provençal cotton tablecloths....but wait! We are here to eat not just visit! As for the food - I highly recommend the Eggs Chesapeake (eggs Benedict w/ the Canadian bacon swapped out for a generous portion of lump crabmeat) and the crab cake sandwich. There is also a tasty turkey sandwich. The soups are SO GOOD. The crab bisque and the mushroom Brie are both amazing. I have eaten here countless number of times and have only just now gotten round to doing a review. read more

Stopped in for the first time as we were driving through and we were both very pleased with our lunch selections.

We found this jewel while driving north on Rt 17 heading to Dulles Airport. What luck! Excellent coffees, excellent food, excellent service! Located in a renovated house on the Main Street. Stopped on the way south too after a trip to London, Dublin and France. Their fish and chips far exceed any we had across the pond! Also, the crab quiche is highly recommended. read more

I stopped in for my fav Eggs Benedict. The server said how the Eggs Chesapeake are delicious, so I tried both. The crab was delicious and so was the hollandaise. The poached eggs were made to perfection atop Canadian bacon on something they call jacks which are absolutely delicious! This is served with wonderful fresh fruit. I ordered hash browns which were also good but next time I will go with a side of the fresh fruit. French vanilla latte just right to compliment this lovely breakfast. The service couldn't have been more attentive. Without a doubt one of the best restaurants in Tappahannock or anywhere for breakfast! read more

20 below cold hot chocolates probably got me through St. Margaret's. Everything else was really good too. The owner was extremely nice but as for the female servers, they were always snarky and rude. That is all. read more

Our favorite breakfast spot! The food and drinks are always delicious and it's one of the only places in town that serve breakfast into the afternoon. read more