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    Mr. J’s Original

    4.3 (54 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Caitlyn C.

    When you walk in, Mr. J's is a very minimalistic, more modern diner. It was clean and the staff were all incredibly friendly. I had the cheeseburger with onion rings and a side of ranch. The burger was great! The burger sauce they use was delicious, I almost asked for more. Their ranch was decent, too. My husband got the pastrami sandwich... I'm no a pastrami lover, but that bite I took had me wishing I had gotten a pastrami sandwich too. We saw the fresh pastrami on the cutting board and it looked amazing. Now, the onion rings were incredible. They looked like they were hand battered and not battered too thick. They were SO crispy, and you could actually taste the onion. Overall an amazing first experience at Mr. J's and can't wait to try their breakfast next!

    Tyler C.

    Great hidden gem right in the edge of downtown Nashville! Stopped in to try their pastrami and it was DELICIOUS! I'm from the northeast and pastrami is a staple for us, so I'm very picky. I would 10000% recommend giving it a try; it may be a bit pricey but it's totally worth it. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The inside of the restaurant is a nice combination of modern with a vintage/retro diner feel. If you're looking for something that's just outside of the Broadway craziness with great food, definitely give them a try!

    Pastrami
    Kayla C.

    Came here for lunch and it did not disappoint. The service was quick and my pastrami was delicious ! It was packed with much meat and flavor and the fries were crispy too. My rootbeer float was everything I needed. The vibes give casual diner.there was a construction group dining for lunch too. Plenty of seating for groups, singles and couples. Can't wait to come back and try their burger.

    Pastrami and fries
    John M.

    Mr.J's Original is a pretty solid choice for burgers or their pastrami sandwiches. The service is friendly and the place has a no-frills diner type ambiance and vibe. The pastrami is a bit expensive, about twenty bucks for a sandwich, but it was pretty good. I would say that it was a good overall choice.

    Pancakes (the photo doesn't do their huge size any justice)
    John S.

    After living so close I finally made it to Mr. J's. I'm a vegetarian, so unfortunately the options are somewhat limited but breakfast is more doable. I had the breakfast sandwich (no meat) and pancakes. The breakfast sandwich was good but somewhat dry, specifically the fried egg. Perhaps the bacon or sausage version would have been better with the extra grease. I did like the flipped bread, and the large slice of cheddar cheese offset the dry egg. I much preferred the pancakes, which were HUGE. They were made fresh (I could hear the staff complaining about having to make them), so they were still steaming once I got home. They were fluffy and just sweet enough for my taste. Overall, the breakfast was good, but I don't think I'd make it a regular stop on my breakfast rotation. I wish they had a plant-based burger option as I'd definitely come back to try that.

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    John B.

    My first visit because I was CRAVING a pastrami sandwich. They were out of pastrami. So then I order a ribeye cheesesteak. Out of ribeye now. Ugh, had to settle for a burger. Do better.

    Taylor R.

    Simple food can be so effective. I stopped by here for lunch and a burger was definitely what I was interested in. I hadn't been here before and wasn't sure what the vibe was going to be. This is a great breakfast or lunch spot. I saw multiple people stop in for to go or eat in lunches while I was there. I did the build your own burger which was perfect since I hate trying to find something that has everything I like on it. My food came out really fast and delicious. I got fries and a drink as well. They offer breakfast sandwiches and burritos which I may stop by and try sometime! Service was minimal as I ordered from the touch screen menu but I did watch them interact with other customers and they seemed very professional. This place is also xplr nash approved according to the sticker on the door! Can be on the pricier side for some of the menu items. I paid $21 for a burger, fries and soda but the food was delicious.

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    Ashley M.

    We spotted Mr. J's while driving by so we took a turn back to check it out. Me and my family are always down for a burger and I would have to say, we were well pleased! The burger and fries were fresh. I specifically liked their cheeseburger that consisted of angus beef, on a toasted potato bun with lettuce, tomato, onion and their burger sauce. Their burger sauce is a blend of mayonnaise, ketchup, and other secret ingredients! It was pretty tasty. The restaurant was clean and quick service.

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    Marc G.

    I had a morning meeting at the JW Marriott and wanted to find a quick and tasty lunch on my way home to Brentwood. I recalled that Mr. J's was on the way to Route 24, and so I decided to give it a try. It was a little weird to pull up to the beloved Hermitage Cafe building and see another venue, but there's plenty of parking and the place looked empty, so in I went. Service was super fast (no surprise given that I came in at 11:30 and was clearly the first customer of the day). It's a quick service restaurant; order at the counter, fill your own soft drink, and grab a table. No counter seating; again, it was a little nostalgic "cognitive dissonance" with that change. Coke Zero was completely out; they offered Diet Coke in the fountain machine as a sub. Since I'd already paid for the drink (this is a no-cash establishment, by the by), I drew a cup of the dreaded Coke Zero imposter. At least it was cold. I sat and waited a few quick minutes to receive my tray; I ordered a pastrami sandwich and chili cheese fries. The Sammy was solid; although the New Yorker in me yearned for the meat to be served on rye bread with brown mustard, the toasted hoagie roll and yellow mustard on the table didn't distract from the quality of the meat. It was the best pastrami I've ever had in Nashville; yes, I know it's a low bar, but it was absolutely fabulous. Tender, moist, smoky, with a proper coriander-forward spice rub. The dill pickle spear it was served with was a perfect foil to the rich meat. The chili cheese fries were magnificent. The fries were super-crispy and greaseless, and the portion was absolutely huge. 2 people could make lunch out of this. The fries were topped with a good portion of diner-style chili and shredded cheddar. It was wonderful. I would give this place 5 stars, but $32 for this lunch (plus a 7% tip; the square device offered 3, 5 and 7%; unusual, but true) at a fast-casual establishment was at the upper limit of the price I'd pay for food like this. Taste, quality and quantity were wonderful, so I give this place 4 stars and make it recommended for a pastrami Sammy lunch so long as you've got the cash for it.

    Their delicious pastrami lives up to the hype!!
    Lauren S.

    So excited this new restaurant opened at this historic location... The staff was very kind (I was super indecisive on what to order and they helped guide me through the menu). So happy with what I ordered... I got the pastrami sandwich and zucchini fries (talk about delicious)!! My boyfriend got a burger with fries and he was a happy camper. I'm also super picky with my drinks, thrilled they serve Coca Cola products with that pebble ice and good carbonation. Boyfriend got a shake and he said it was the best!! We also loved how great the atmosphere was, super clean and great for families. We can't wait to come back on Sundays after church!! Highly recommend this restaurant and thank you for the great service!

    Cheeseburger and fries
    Anna G.

    Amazing little spot not too far from broadway! It's very small inside but super cute. The burger was really big and suuuper good - I loved the sauce. Fries were also great. We got our food quickly - I want to come back and try the ice cream! Adorable little diner

    Chili Cheese Fries with Pastrami
    Ginger B.

    We had an order of Chili Cheese Fries with Pastrami and a Cheeseburger. The pastrami is really tasty and was plentiful on the chili cheese fries. The burger comes on a delicious toasted bun and was served hot and juicy. We came a little after 2:00pm on a Sunday and there were 2 other customers, I am surprised it wasn't busier because this is a great place to grab a bite to eat. This was my first visit since the iconic Hermitage Cafe I was in this building.

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    Delicious , Friendly and clean ! Tried the fried chicken sandwich and fries and they were delicious!

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    Food is yummy, quick service, and easy! I really enjoy their burgers and will often order to go.

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    The food was amazing and the people are very nice. It is very clean and inviting. We will be coming back soon for the burgers and fries.

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    2 years ago

    Awesome service, and amazing pancakes! You're not leaving here hungry. Pastrami looked really good, but didn't get to try it. Next time!

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