Stopped into Java Drive on Christmas Eve and have to rave about Tiley and Aubrey. The line was…read moreinsanely long, but they kept it moving so quickly that the wait felt almost effortless. I came for my favorite decaf latte, and as always, it was made to absolute perfection when these two were working. Their customer service and friendliness stand out in a way you just do not see much anymore, not just in coffee shops but anywhere. Even with the holiday rush, they were upbeat, kind, and totally on top of things- the energy was awesome and they were absolutely killing it. I never write reviews, but Tiley and Aubrey earned this one, and Java Drive is lucky to have them. Thanks ladies!!

Love Java Drive!! My go to coffee place whenever I'm in Jackson. I usually get a 16oz iced white…read moremocha with an added shot & it's always super yummy. Also love their soft serve ice cream!!! Great little coffee hut & very friendly staff. Will continue to go there ALWAYS!!!

I have found the prices consistently reasonable. Well informed guidance from truly caring staff…read morecan save a lot of money and frustration. Their expertise has been invaluable to our family. The bulk section is a treasure, my go-to for sprouting seeds, as well as the best available source for amazing, fresh spices and herbs for teas. They have ordered everything from Rye berries for St. Patty's Day to esoteric sublingual vitamins, always with unfailing kindness and good humor. Truly a bright spot in the community.

The store's selection is great and so is the people that work there always helping me find what I…read moreneed.

Nothing beats grabbing an iced coffee on a lovely spring afternoon…read more I was in Jackson for some errands and wanted to check out the local coffee shop. It's been on my list for a while, but every time I wanted to go, it's been closed. Be forewarned that Boilerworks closes at 3 pm daily. The cafe sits in a quiet area at the end of Main Street, so it can be somewhat easy to miss. I ordered one of their specialty drinks, dubbed The Artemus, which is a hazelnut dirty chai with caramel sauce. There were no photos on Yelp showing the current menu and prices (until now as I'm sharing a photo of the menu), so I was a bit surprised by the cost of my drink. For a small town, I wasn't expecting to pay almost $10 for my chai. Note that I'm used to higher drink prices as I have plenty of boba, but none of my boba drinks have ever cost $10, however. I took it with a grain of salt and chalked it up to supporting a local small business. The nice lady/cafe owner made my Artemus for me super quickly, as I was the only customer. Her black Lab, which was adorable, was sleeping by her desk when I walked in. Upon receiving my drink, I took a seat outside at one of the metal stools. I didn't see the bookstore featured in the Yelp photos, so next time I'll have to return to check it out. The Artemus had a good flavor and thankfully, for the price, my cup was not full of ice (like some other big chain coffee place *cough cough*). Also, the iced drinks only come in one size (20 oz). To be fair, I think the drink is worth the price as it's definitely not watered down and it's taking me a while to finish it (currently typing this review while birdwatching on our property). All in all, while the prices are a bit steep, I would still recommend Boilerworks Cafe, and it's conveniently in downtown Jackson right off the 49.

BOILERWORKS HAS MOVED! Same great coffee, same great smiling faces. Boilerworks is on the far end…read moreof their old location by the National Hotel. Their new little nook is so quaint, love the room across the way for puzzles, books and gathering. The owners are always so nice. I like to avoid the chain coffee spots where I can and Boilerworks is my first stop before strolling Main St.

Donuts were fresh and tasty. Not like some that have that heavy oil taste from overcooking.read more

Ive been a local my entire life in amador, star donuts is the go to place for donuts, although…read morelately the quality is diminishing. For starters I've had friends who worked at multiple locations have a terrible time, which they only hire women, one of those friends was a person of color and would be treated differently then all the other workers and ended up getting slowly taken off the schedule. The other issue is they never restock. I came a couple weeks ago and asked for a roast beef sandwich, they are out. So I ask for pastrami, they are out. I ask for grilled chicken, guess what, they are out. I thought it mightve been because it was later in the day, but ever time I've tried again they NEVER have it restocked. I dont understand how you run a business but treat workers like that, and never have anything. I forgot to mention the donut crumble is just old donuts that didnt sell, so they crush them up and leave them in a bucket for rats to get to (true story from the inside, maybe run a business right and these reviews wont happen, dont let me get started on all the corners EVERY restaurant out here cuts.)

A Pleasant Surprise with a Small-Town Feel…read more This one caught me off guard--in a good way. I was out with my family practicing for my daughter's driving test at the DMV up the street. We pulled up Yelp to find a good lunch spot, saw the solid reviews, and decided to give it a try. When we walked in, the atmosphere had that small-town vibe--simple, welcoming, and comfortable. The food was very good. The service wasn't polished like a Michelin star restaurant, but it didn't need to be. It was authentic and heartfelt, and sometimes that matters more. You could tell the staff cared about what they were doing. The place was busy, especially for the time of day we went, which tells you something. People come here on purpose. That says a lot. We were seated quickly, our order was taken without any issues, and the food came out in a reasonable time. When it hit the table, the portions were generous and satisfying. I wish I had taken pictures, but I was too busy enjoying the moment. If you go, post your photos--I'm sure the business would appreciate it. If you've followed my reviews, you know I don't give out 4 stars often, and 5 stars are rare. This place earned that extra star because of how it made me feel--between the food, the atmosphere, and the service, it just worked. If I'm ever back in the area, I'm definitely coming back for another meal.

Big change in food taste since our last visit. The french…read moreonion soup was bland, no flavor. Fried chicken was ok , added salt. The chicken fried steak tasted like it came out of a package. Not made from scratch. Kind of disappointed in the food. The service was awesome! No complaints there. Waitress was very attentive!

I would give this lovely tea house 10 stars if I could - note that I have been to high tea all over…read morethe world - this is not one of the snobby high teas but I would say a 'Victorian' tea- the food is fresh and plentiful (AND delicious)! The service is fantastic and lots of tea choices - street parking available - took our friend for her 70th and she loved it - I will go back!

No signs of this business functioning. Doesn't returns calls, no web activity and doors locked…read more Just a few days after several review posts. Check out carefully before you plan a visit

Great service, excellent drinks, great food…read more Very happy every time I come here. Staff are friendly and polite. Cant wait to come back and get another caramel macchiato

This starbucks will never fail to let you down ..it still takes a minimum 10 minutes to get an…read moreorder and you can be the only customer.. be ready to repeat your order x 3 always ..it's just redecilious..be proud starbucks work on your craft be better .. I don't pay $7 for a horrible experience...

The place used to be a Dennys, so booth seating was everywhere. We were greeted by a very friendly…read morehost. The waitress was very attentive and very sweet. The menu was extensive; I wished I had a bigger stomach to order more. After placing our order, the waitress offered us a complimentary soup. It was so yummy. You could hear our spoon scraping the bottom of the bowls. We started with chicken samosa. The order came with 2 large crispy, flaky, and delicious fried treats. The stuffing was well spiced. Remember that Ratatouille scene with the critic's flash back? This samosa did that for me. It transported me to my good friend's home where her aunties were in the kitchen making these pockets of culture and traditions. Highly recommend! I ordered the chicken biriani. It was flavorful. The rice was fluffy. The spice level was on target (I ordered mine medium heat). My daughter ordered the chicken curry. She loved it. She kept saying "This is yummy" the whole time. My husband ordered the lamb curry spice level spicy. It cleared his sinus headache :) apart from it being spicy it was also very tasty. We also ordered garlic naan: garlicky and fluffy. So, if you happen to be passing through, I suggest swinging by. If you happen to live close enough to make your way to Taste of Himalaya, I suggest get in your car and try this place. The drive will be worth it. I think the locals know what a gem of a place they have right in their backyard. I saw several to go orders while we were there. TLDR: Service: 5 stars Food: 5 stars

This is our second time enjoying their lunch buffet at the new location (adjacent to the Best…read moreWestern). The restaurant is soo much nicer than their former location next to the Highway House. They offer a huge variety of flavorful veggie and meat dishes. Their saag paneer, veggie korma, butter chicken, and naan continue to be our faves. Tip: They bake the naan fresh after you've placed your order. You may want to wait 5-10 minutes before heading to the buffet. Otherwise, the naan arrives after you've finished your first plate.