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    Jr and Son

    4.5 (37 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Jason M.

    JR & Son landed on my radar via one of my brothers. He had heard it was a relatively new spot that was getting positive buzz and thought it would be a good place to check out. That being said, we grabbed our other brother and decided to grab dinner here on Christmas Eve Eve. Even though it was cold outside, the vibe was completely different once we entered. The restaurant gives off a warm vibe, with lots of earth tones and a cozy aesthetic. The dining area is somewhat rectangular with the front end having bar seating and some booths, with more tables towards the back. The menu at JR is mainly Italian; the majority of of the dishes were familiar, however there were slight modifications on them that kept things interesting. We decided to start with a couple of apps to share - the bread service, the octopus, and the arancini salad. These were all quite tasty; the bread was warm, seasoned with a butter-herb mixture and served with a side of marinara sauce mmmm. The arancini salad was interesting - I'm not sold on rice balls being in a salad, but the dressing was really good and the portion was large enough to share. The octopus was my favorite app - it was tender and served with a very flavorful sauce. For my main, I decided to get the paccheri - this was served with lobster in a fra diavlo sauce. The dish was great; the pasta was a smidge too soft for my personal taste, but it contained a generous amount of lobster and the sauce had a good amount of heat. Additionally we ordered a size of green beans which I was pleasantly surprised with. The beans were kept long, and again served with a flavorful sauce and topped with lots of garlic; I feel like a broken record saying the sauces were flavorful but wow they really were great. We could not pass up dessert, and decided to share the rainbow cookie cake. This was a generous slice and a great finisher - just enough almond flavor and a good balance of jelly between the layers. Service was great - food came out quickly, and the entire staff was warm and friendly. Overall, I had a great experience at JR & Son - the food and vibes were a yes and I wouldn't hesitate to return for another meal.

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    Jesse Y.

    Superb corner bar & restaurant with warm and cozy ambiance. Staff all top notch professional and not to mention their food is exactly how social media portrayed; MOUTHWATERING GOODNESS. We ultimately chose their lamb chops and burger wishing our appetite could have been bigger lol. The bar was top notch with superbly knowledgeable bartender. We absolutely made the right decision to stop by and no doubt JR & Son has earned a repeat customer.

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    Gab G.

    I'm usually wary of super-new places but I'm glad I gave this spot a try. Some things are hit or miss, but give them a few more months and they'll be firing on all cylinders. My boyfriend and I arrived on a Saturday at 5:40 PM (they open at 6) for a walk-in, and got bar seats right at opening. I tried: + House dirty martini with gin - perfect + Caesar salad - great + Mushroom and chestnut ravioli - best dish of the evening omg + Chicken parm - too spicy for me (those chiles are not messing around) but otherwise excellent + Rainbow cookie layer cake - perfect Returned a month later and tried some items I didn't have before - arancini salad, Junior's burger, french fries and broccoli rabe (special). Burger was amazing!! Vibes are fantastic - super warm and cozy atmosphere. Booths rule. 4.5 stars.

    Chicken parm, Martini, lobster pasta
    Melissa H.

    This was our first time at Jr and Son and we absolutely loved it!! We chose this restaurant as our "lazy Friendsgiving" spot and boy, was it perfect. Truly everything we ate was delicious. We got the Chicken Parmesan, the fish, lobster pasta, and green beans. The green beans were probably lowest on our list, but still good. The ambiance was perfect for a date night, and service was fantastic. Def on my list to return!

    Tory G.

    The bread service was very good. We also really enjoyed the burger though it should have come with fries. The chicken parm was good but not amazing. For dessert we tried the rainbow cookie cake, it was very tasty but it had more of a coconut flavor and didn't taste like a classic rainbow cookie that I was expecting.

    Chandni D.

    10/10 food and even better service! Walked in with a group of 3 on a Sunday night and were able to get a booth. We called ahead to ask what the wait was like and they said we should be ok! Here's what we got: - Bread Service: pretty standard bread and sauce but it hit the spot! - Caesar Salad: elevated for sure but still just as good - Branzino: friends didn't leave a bite! They loved it - Artichoke Triangolini: super unique and definitely one of my favorite items! - Ravioli: this was my absolute favorite! The porcini sauce and charred corn was chefs kiss! - Tiramisu: this was not my favorite, the orange is definitely pretty strong but it was still good Overall, I will 100% be back! I highly recommend coming here with your friends or for a date night :)

    Tyler T.

    Stepping inside makes you feel like you entered an early 20th century Italian place, along with the music, lighting and feel of a cross between a diner and a speakeasy. We went without reservations and did not have much trouble getting a seat, though at the bar so if you want a table, try to aim for a reservation. Food was awesome. The baked stuffed clams tasted delicious, with a touch of lemongrass that gave it almost a Thai flavor. The onion rings were fine, nicely fried with bomba sauce but not my favorite. Chicken Parmesan was delicious but the sauce was a bit salty. That being said it was still a flavorful delicious sauce with the tomatoes being well simmered in, just hoping for less salt next time. Lobster Fra Diavolo was delicious, beautifully cooked with a decent amount of lobster meat. Overall great experience, with the food leaning a bit more on the modern side of Italian American, something a bit different than say Bamonte's nearby.

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    Roshni M.

    Really great rainbow cookie cake. Has a coconuty flavor to it with a rich chocolate and raspberry layers that compliment each other

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    Lauren M.

    I would rate Jr and son a 3.5 if I could. First time I came by, there was a 90 minute wait for a table so we didn't stay. This time I came back with a reservation. The restaurant is pretty tiny. They say walk ins are welcome, but it seems like walk ins can only sit at the bar. There is no where to wait if you need to wait for a table, outside is your only option to wait. The service was good here and everything came out quick. They need to turn over the tables fast so this contributed to efficiency of the service. We were there an hour or less. I had a Sprezzatura drink, which was like a martini. Refreshing. We had onion rings for an appetizer. They were very salty but I enjoyed them. We both had the ravioli as an entree. Again, this dish was very salty but not terrible. We had the rainbow cake for dessert which was honestly the best part of the meal. I was not blown away with the food overall. I would come back here for a drink and dessert but probably skip dinner. There are two bathrooms. One is listed as ADA accessible. The other one is the smallest bathroom I've ever seen, lol. Sound level in the restaurant was average. They had photographers in the space photographing food and the bar. The manager gave us a heads up about this but it was annoying nonetheless, with flashes going off every minute. When I sat down, I noticed my utensils were dirty. I expected more cleanliness wise here. Overall, if you can get a reservation or walk in and get seated quickly, I'd say it's ok to try this out. I would not say this place is worth waiting 90 minutes or more for.

    Jessica R.

    Came here on a cold night, and this was the perfect balance of cozy and lively. The restaurant is on the smaller side, staff is super friendly, and the music was keeping vibes high. Portions here are large so come hungry or ready to share. Pro tip! Are you in between two dishes? Don't be afraid to ask your server what they would pick. We went with the arancini salad based on his recommendation, no regrets!

    Jillian B.

    We came to Jr and Son for a late night celebration and were very pleased with the food and service. It was definitely busy, maybe a 20 minute wait for 2 at the bar. Everything we ordered was amazing, especially the burger (which was the reason we came since it's been featured in quite a few lists!) and pasta. Service was efficient and friendly.

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    Ashley N.

    This restaurant is very 80s/90s vibes. It's dark, sexi and makes you feel like you're attending a dinner in the Sopranos. Got a martini (of course) and it was done really well. For apps - focaccia bread is a must, caesar is good but portion size is pretty small. Pasta - got the the sausage pasta and it was really good. The star of the show was the chicken parm (must try). Lastly, we got all 3 desserts so you don't have to. Tiramisu had too much of an orange flavor for me, rainbow cake was too coconut-y, but the vanilla / pistachio ice cream was so so good. Definitely the best dessert.

    Rocco G.

    Great atmosphere.. Great service ... Great food ... Enjoy.... No need for me To tell You go Check it out ...

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    We loved the salad and chicken Parmesan! Service was great, and the restaurant is very cute inside. Recommended for date night!

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    Great neighborhood BAR. Best price in vicinity. Two flatscreen TVs and internet jukebox. Close to G train L train and B48 bus.

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    This place was really interesting! When I found out all the cocktails were on tap, I was a bit…read moreskeptical. What do you mean you're not going to mix my cocktail right in front of me? However, I was quickly proven wrong. Not only was the service topnotch, but the drinks were surprisingly delicious and refreshing. There's a ton of options which is also surprising considering the tap only format. Upon further reflection of how tiny the bar is, it makes sense why they would go this route. It would be challenging for one person let alone two to be behind that bar shaking and stirring. I also heard there's a back area with more seating but we didn't explore much further than the front bar stool seating. Seems like a cool spot for happy hour or late night drinks and I would definitely return!

    Came here for happy hour as our dinner was in the area. The happy hour deal is great! Old…read morefashions/Manhattan/daiquiri/margarita for $8 even on weekends feels unheard of in the area. We were lucky to grab 2 seats at the bar as the rest of the seating actually seemed a bit cramped and uninviting. They advertise a heated back patio but I don't think the heat was on and no one was there, which is a bummer. Regardless, the theme is nice with everything attributable to their "laboratory" ambience. Everything is served in beakers or similar glasses. It can get a bit crowded sitting at the bar as that's where everyone orders drinks but otherwise this was quite enjoyable. Will definitely keep on the list for HH.

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