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Jax Café

3.9 (443 reviews)
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Updated 3 weeks ago

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Moderate noise
Classy
Dogs allowed
Happy hour specials

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Abby L.

Jax Cafe is a must if you're in the NE Minneapolis area! We came as part of a big group and they accommodated us perfectly! Do yourself a favor and start with one of their popovers; easily one of the best baked goods I've had in a long time. They serve it with a whipped honey butter and it's absolutely to die for. I also ordered their Polish breakfast (scrambled eggs, Polish sausage, and a few pierogi) and I was very impressed. Everything was delicious and perfectly balanced in flavor. The food isn't the only thing to enjoy about Jax, their covered patio is absolutely gorgeous. They have a big garden with lovely flowers and little paths throughout. Truly beautiful. We will be back!

Gabriel S.

Really good food. I've never been there but I've heard it talked about for years. I had the pot pie and I went there with my mom and she had the lobster po' boy sandwiches. They definitely impress. If you go there around your birthday, tell them and they'll give you a matchbook. If you go around the summer, make sure you get a trout or go out back and check out the trout stream where you can catch your own trout and eat it if you want.

Jennifer B.

We went for the happy hour roast beef sandwich special, and it was...fine. It's a big beer and a sandwich for $14, so the price is right, it just wasn't amazing. the interior is classic-dark pub style (with interesting stained glass windows), lots of tables and a upstairs. the place is BIG and has a huge parking lot. The outdoor space is quaint, with sun and shade, a fireplace and a little brook. It gives German watermill-town vibes, and was a nice surprise since you can't tell from the street (the courtyard is walled). We got the Perogies, which were fantastic. They my favorite thing I ate, just perfectly crisped a tad and savory. The Beef short rib in pastry with brie was also yummy, but small. All the apps are actually apps, so don't expect a ton of food from them. Servers and hosts were very friendly. The place was packed, but it just wasn't my vibe, and I wasn't blown away by the food.

Smothered Rib Eye
Lillyiana O.

We ended up at Jax Café for a last minute dinner, and I'm so glad we did! The staff was incredibly accommodating and wonderful to work with. They were able to seat our party of eight even without a reservation, which was impressive on such short notice. Once they found out we were celebrating a birthday, they went above and beyond by creating custom matchbooks that said "Happy Birthday" along with the birthday guest's name. It was such a thoughtful, personal touch that made the celebration even more special. The food was outstanding. We ordered a little bit of everything, and every dish was delicious, but a few really stood out. The oysters on the half shell were incredibly fresh. The slow roasted prime rib with au jus and creamy horseradish was tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. My favorite was the famous Smothered Ribeye, served over crispy hash browns and topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions, grilled asparagus, and béarnaise sauce. The portion was huge, and I was happy to have leftovers the next day! From the exceptional service to the memorable dining experience and amazing food, Jax Café exceeded our expectations. If you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion, I highly recommend it!

Polish Bloody Mary hit the spot!
Jingle M.

Our server, Jimmy, was so fun! I love it when servers share their personalities. Beginning in 1910 when great-grandfather Stanley Kozlak built the business on the corner of 20th and University Avenue. The building housed his furniture, hardware, and funeral services as well as the local dance hall. When prohibition ended in 1933, a liquor license was obtained and Jax Bar and Cafe was born- in the very part of the building the main bar lives today. What a legacy. For fine dining with linen tablecloths and napkins, you will not be disappointed! Excellent food, no matter what you order. My Half Wedge with Giant Shrimp cocktail was outstanding! Don't miss this wonderful restaurant.

Sophia P.

Phenomenal customer service! My friends and I came to celebrate her birthday over happy hour and we had an amazing time. All the staff is so attentive and friendly, there were so many small details such as these match boxes they made us that were so thoughtful. The happy hour deals are great and I recommend the white sangria, it was so delicious. I also got the fries on happy hour which were great, my friends ordered lots of different food and drinks and they loved everything they had. I highly recommend stopping by here for dinner or happy hour, it has such a cute old feel as well. They also have a free coat check!

Déjà J.

Was invited to Jax to celebrate a coworkers service anniversary. It had been my first time going, looked like they have a parking lot across the street or street parking. The place was pretty packed for a weekday evening. We were said in a back room with other larger parties. We could see out to the patio & it looked super cute. The interior of the restaurant is a bit dated but I guess that's just the vibe. Kind of reminds me of older banquet rooms or the after church coffee & refreshment rooms after service. The staff were very attentive and handled our party well. I ordered a house salad, pierogis and a chicken pot pie. Food was good. The chicken pot pie crust was light and flaky, which I love. I would definitely come back to check out the patio.

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Lauren H.

Go for the PATIO!!! Omgoodness, the patio is so beautiful and romantic - a must see. Sadly, the food was not great when we ate lunch there today. But on previous trips, we were served great food when we ordered steaks. Our server Mel was kind and attentive. It's not her fault the food was mostly blah. Here's what I ate: Oysters (2/5) French Onion Soup (4/5) Clubhouse Sandwich (3/5) Bailey's Chocolate Cake (2/5) Still a 4 of 5 stars in my book because of the outstanding patio area!

Darren L.

I've passed by Jax Cafe so many times (live in the area) and never expected it to be so fancy inside! Great place to celebrate a special occasion or just have a nice night out. We ordered drinks to start, and I got an old fashioned. For as nice as the place is, I was surprised by the average quality of the drink. It had a lot of ice (instead of one big cube or sphere, which I think is standard) and wasn't mixed very well (sugar at the bottom). I'm glad to say though that everything else we had was amazing, so it only got better from there! Appetizer: artichoke dip (small portion) with toasted bread. Main: New York strip - DELICIOUS! Didn't try any add ons. Mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus on the side-- both pretty standard. Overall it was a really nice experience. The steak was so, so good and our server was fantastic. The service, paired with the atmosphere (live piano music) made all the difference.

New York Strip* crusted seasoning
Sousakon M.

Service was excellent! Jimmy was very attentive. The crusted seasoning on the steak was waaaay too salty. We couldn't eat it. The crab cake was very mushy and the topping was extremely salty. Dessert was good. The crème brûlée was not custardy.. it was like pudding. Ambience was beautiful. Food not so much.

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