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The Jackalope - South Shore

3.2 (208 reviews)
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Closed • 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials

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Ariadna S.

We went there before the show across the street to kill some time. I got a glass of Jefe and I'm not sure what exactly cause it but it tasted like smoked salmon. The kind you put on a bagel, ya know. I have had this beer before and I know it is supposed to be smoky BUT not fishy?!?!?! Also the bathrooms' choice of stall doors is questionable. Who decided that double door opening was a great idea for a bar bathroom (or any crammed bathroom overall). I was sober and took me a moment to properly get it to close. Imagine someone would need to use it after a few drinks...? The only good things were so far a big outdoors area in my opinion. We didn't get any food since we were there after dinner.

Lilly A.

Came in for a friend birthday and it truly loved the outside. Inside kind of vibe. It's very cute for big groups and very spacious outside. The ambience overall is very cute and gives off a day party. Kind of vibe. The food was also very good. No complaints about the food or the drinks. Overall food, drinks and ambience. We're all fine. What's keeping me from giving this place? A better rating was truly just the bar staff. When I walk into a bar, I want to feel like I'm coming in to hang out with friends. Not like an Outsider, who doesn't understand the vibe of the people versus the actual music because they did not match at all. You can tell that the bartender was on the ox and clearly only worried about what songs we're going to get him through the day. I wish that there would've been someone who knew how to read the room and could've made us feel more welcome, especially considering the fact that there was about 20 people in my group. But also baffled me was the fact that the bartender was giving us such a hard time knowing that majority of this group likes to frequent the bars in the area. Personally, I would not be back, unless I absolutely have to for an event.

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Sage O.

This is my first time here on a Friday night around 6pm. I got lucky with parking in there a lot, but it was pretty full even by the time I got there. The vibes of the place were pretty cool. It was a good place to come with a group of friends and sit at the bar or kickback in a booth or a picnic table outside. Inside, they had pool tables in the back and karaoke room and outside that day they had, a live DJ. as for my food, I wasn't pressed by the price point. It was nice to pay six dollars for a burger which filled me up, but I'm not sure would fill up other people. The burger itself was juicy, flavorful and the bun was plush! The sweet potato tots I had a high hopes for, but they definitely fell short , and would not recommend those. They were too dense on the inside.

Karla D.

Interesting layout with lots of spaces within the bar. For example, a gambling lounge (machines), karaoke lounge called Show Pony, and also part of Copperhead as well. The DJ spinning when we were there was fantastic. Our bartender was fun and attentive. Beers are cheap. Yay. I also really dig the layout of the large patio.

Dhilip R.

Filled with throng of college kids and thus cheap beers & food! Went here for an office meet-up for a casual team-outing. We were lucky to get a table and also had a chance at the pool table. It was $2 with coin ingested machines. Got the cocunut rum. The vibe was really good outside in the open space. Will return. Parking situation could have been better.

Old fashioned drink-manager does a great old fashioned
Gnet A.

We came here once to take out my cousins and discovered they have a Tuesday steak dinner special, so we ordered that special which comes with Roasted Brussel sprouts that are delicious. Don't really like Brussel sprouts but the way they make it here is soo good. The steak is yummy and tender. We also ordered some drinks and thats where the one less star comes from because of the lack of service from one of the bartenders. She was the representation of selective service and neglect. She would tend to certain customers but we were that group she didn't care to pay attention to us and dont go to her if you want an old fashioned. If it wasn't for the excellent service and professionalism of the manager, that night would have been a bad experience and would have me upset. He had a talk with her and he took care of us the rest of the time. We were grateful he noticed and took over. The place has a dim bar vibe but they have so much room and have an outside area that you can play certain games like cornhole etc. TVs around

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James K.

I've been here twice and loved it each time. The first time was on a weekend night a few years ago with my fiancé for the bar scene, and we had a great time chatting with our friends & playing cornhole. The second time was this past Monday, to celebrate a flag football championship with my team. I got food this time around, and all of it was delicious. Their burger was 5/5, their sweet potato tots were also 5/5, and the corn dogs were a solid 4.5/5. Fries were just okay. Also, the bartender Sam was very friendly and she did a good job working the bar.

Bar area showing college volleyball over pro football in Texas

Joined Yelp just to review the fact that this "sports bar" apparently lets the clients pick the games on Sunday and once chosen no one else can get it changed. Buzz Mill has $3.25 PBR and at least they don't choose to not put on games. Very disappointing experience as per usual if I am being honest. Basically if you don't know the bartenders don't bother. No beer menu but $7 for a Shiner and showing volleyball during peak football season.

Huge wings and bomb sweet potato tots! Cheeseburger in the background.

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Very rude bartender. I have experienced this several times. Not a great place to hang out. I go for the pool tables.

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5 months ago

Great service thank you so much! Love the butt stuff bingo we will be back! Every Wednesday night check them out

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Service Only reason it's not a 1 because I was given a refund on my half of my order which was originally incorrect to begin with.

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Great space! Cool outdoor area and even cooler small indoor lounge w stage and place to hear intimate live music!

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Ask the Community - The Jackalope - South Shore

Do they have Apple Pay?

Dont think they do but not certain. Never noticed anyone using it.

When is wing night?

Wing Night is whenever you feel like a chicken- secret sauce is served at the bar..

Is this location kid friendly?

21 and up

Anyone know if this place is 21+ only?

It's a bar so I'd say yes. There's usually a door guy checking ids when it's dark

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“the jackalope is the best neighborhood bar I've been to in the area!”

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