Great local place in town. I want to say it's terrible so I still get a spot to sit when I come to…read moretown so it's not overcrowded but I won't do that. Bonus points for a local spot having buffalo trace

This place is great! Best wing spot in town guarantee it! If you like potato salad you gotta try…read moretheirs! I'm always greeted with a smile and the staff are attentive and knowledgeable about the food they serve and the beer/drinks they offer. Do yourself a favor and stop by!

One of my passions is finding fun little local places in small towns that we visit. We had the joy…read moreof experiencing Boondocks this past Monday. It wasn't very busy at lunch when we visited. The staff was incredibly friendly and we were very happy to see them bring out a water bowl for our pup. Love to see business being dog friendly!!! The service was prompt and food was piping hot and fresh. Everything we tried was delicious. I had the trout (figured there was a lot of trout fishing around so it should be good) and we split the sweet potato bites. Didn't try any of the beers as it's not part of the current diet but we plan on coming back to do so.

We had a great time here a couple nights ago! Sunday night, so not busy at all, got in right away…read more Service was quick, server was friendly. And the food was amazing! My wife had the pot roast, which is excellent. I had the meatloaf, which hands-down is the best meatloaf I've ever had. It was not greasy, it was not slathered in ketchup. It had a great flavor, and there was even a little char around the edge of the meatloaf, which gave it added texture that is just phenomenal. Fun fact: there are two locations about a block away from each other. One is the restaurant where you can get all of their beers, and a full menu. That is where we went. The other one is the brau haus, which is basically mostly beer and some food, I.e. pizza.

I absolutely loved this place. My boyfriend and I had take out the first time. He ordered bbq wings…read moreand I mild with fries. It was so so good. The wings were so flavorful and tasted amazing. We got take out on a Saturday night and noticed no one was there. We thought we made a mistake by ordering but the food was soo good. The fries were crispy and tasted amazing. The service was so wonderful. The lady with the bun was so so nice and sweet. The next time we came in had wings again and my boyfriend had the black jack burger. He loved the burger and ate it all!! I absolutely loved my wings ofc. We also ordered the flatbread as an appetizer and it was soo yummy. The waitress was also very sweet. I absolutely loved this place. It was so comfortable. It needs more customers!

Went to grab a quick lunch in downtown Jefferson at Black Jack's! I got the Black Jack Burger (beef…read morepatty, bun, pepper jack cheese, grilled pineapple, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo) and Iced Tea. I have no notes, this was a classic burger: I loved the hint of spice from pepperjack, the sweet contrast from the pineapple, and the patty was perfectly cooked. The pub chips were well-seasoned and crispy. The iced tea had just the right amount of sugar, and was very refreshing. The ambiance is fine: a bit dim inside, but there's also outside seating. Service was friendly & fast. Parking is free in downtown Jefferson. 10/10 would recommend!

We stopped here on a beautiful spring Sunday morning, and it was the perfect way to start the day…read morebefore exploring Blowing Rock. There's so much to do in the area, and this was a great first stop. The food was excellent, the service was excellent, and the menu had a really nice variety. We sat outside on the patio, which made the whole experience even better on such a nice morning. I ordered the blackened shrimp salad, and it was outstanding. It was a very large salad loaded with fresh vegetables, some fruit, and plenty of blackened shrimp. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and well prepared.

Solid tavern in the downtown area of Blowing Rock…read more We popped in here as we were having a bit of a Sunday Funday and got beers and a round of shots. The service was friendly, and the pricing was cheap. While I noticed they did have food, we didn't eat. It seems to be loved by locals though, because it was packed on a Sunday afternoon.

Great! We sat at the bar and had a great experience all…read moreevening watching a football game. The bartenders were all super attentive and the food while several mistakes were made they promptly fixed them and all was fine. Would definitely enjoy another night out there.

Top shelf martini to start this Friday night. And weekend getaway!…read more I had the pomegranate martini which was a perfect start to the evening just a little sweet. We started with the potato skins and pub chips. The pub chips are home made and is a must. The potato skins were good hot from the oven. Maybe they need more bacon. For dinner I had the JD bourbon burger. Which was filling! And messy to eat but so worth it. My side I tried the broccoli salad. A little too salty for me. My husband got the burger with bacon and the fries he said the fries needed to be cooked more. But overall very good. For dessert we took the cheesecake to go. A great late night treat! Service was great. We sat at the bar. Both bartenders were attentive and friendly!

Honest and attentive waitstaff are a rare treasure in today's busy restaurants, but when you're a…read moreregular at a place where you don't even bother double-checking the bill, a small act of integrity truly stands out. The fact that our wonderful waitress went out of her way to correct a mere one-dollar error--without waiting for it to be discovered later--speaks volumes about her character. Even though she seemed pleasantly busy (or perhaps she's simply one of those delightful overachievers who takes genuine pride in her work), she still chose to do the right thing with a smile. It made me chuckle in the best way and turned an already lovely meal into something truly memorable. The food was perfect, the service was warm and thoughtful, and the entire experience left me feeling genuinely appreciated. Thank you, dear waitress, for your refreshing honesty and kind heart. I hope this note finds you and brings a smile to your day. Wishing you nothing but wonderful moments ahead--if you ever happen to read this. ambience was very awesome.

This is my first visit and unfortunately it's not a good experience. I ordered a JD Burger and it…read morecame burnt. Waited for the waitress til to the point it was useless to ask for a replacement. The waitress, Ejam J charged me for the burger even I explained to her that it was burnt and she acknowledged it. Asked me if I wanted a replacement. I told her no.

Wandered in here after 9 hours on the road. Had a lovely evening dining in. We got the catfish BLT…read moreand a smothered chicken bowl. We were surprised by live country music. I'm a different man than I was before I walked though that door. This sandwich permanently changed me as a person. Absolutely incredible. The mashed potatoes are to die for. The chicken bowl was slammin. I might make a point to pass through here every time I make this trip.

Service was awesome! Food was tasty. Nice atmosphere too. We needed something close to our hotel…read morethat was casual and tasty - this fit the bill!

Cool bar, a lot of welcoming locals. Only negative is if you don't like of can't bare cig smoke,…read morethis is not the place for you. They also give new customers a free beer their first time there, per the owner which is nice! Cool little spot.

Good place to go. Great service friendly staff. Great food great prices on beers. Give them a…read morechance they won't disappoint.

Cute little spot with really unique cocktails and delicious burgers! Also highly recommend the…read morejalapeño cheddar hush puppies. Our server was friendly and helped me pick a cocktail after the one I wanted was out. Can't wait to go back and try another burger.

Things seemed moderately busy at the Cardinal on the Sunday evening when I stopped by. There's not…read morea ton of parking, by the way, given the restaurant's roadside location. But I wiggled my vehicle into a tight spot and went in for a burger and a beer. I believe there were about 10 to 12 options available on tap, and I went with what was listed as an Irish stout from somewhere in the Northeast. It wasn't bad, though it seemed more like an imperial stout. My sandwich choice was the Cowboy, with ground elk at its core. It was a good choice too, and the accompanying fried onions and melted cheese complemented the meat well. I ordered the burger medium, but I think I'd go for medium rare if I could go back in time. The medium option wasn't bad, but I think a little less heat and a little more moisture would only make things better. I kept things simple with the side item, going for the fries which were of the thinly sliced McDonald's variety, not bad but nothing remarkable. The server covering my table was pleasant and prompt, though soft spoken so I occasionally had to ask her to repeat herself amidst the music and noise. I wouldn't call any of these selections a bargain, but the prices didn't veer too far from what you'll find in many burger joints. All in all, not an earthshaking experience, but a place I'd be willing to go back to. 3.5 stars.

Great pulled pork. Excellent service. Good atmosphere for…read morewatching sports. Thanks for the banners for WVU, VT, and UVA.

Great food, wonderful drinks and friendly accommodating staff. Needs remodeling. My favorite item…read moreis the shrimp appetizer so yummy and cooked to perfection. Home made salad dressings always makes a meal Special.