I been to Union Jacks several times, it has become my dads favorite place for fish n' chips after a Drs visit for lunch, I know TMI. Today we went again for lunch. We sat ourselves down, a set of leaving guest guided us through the side door and we sat down at an open table. After a long wait, we asked a young waitress for a menu, her reply was 'your waitress hasn't been to your table?' , our reply 'No'. She returned with menus and 'I will be your waitress now'. My dad had the Fish and Chips w/ Onion rings, no Chips, I had the Irish Stew. Our waitress Mallory was polite and attentive, so kind. She recommended the stew, saying it is delicious, she was right. The flavor of Stout is very aperient, better the the stew at Dubliner in DC. I asked her to tell the Chef, which she did. The fish, was as normal great not greasy or over cooked. The fish was tender, moist, crispy, tasty, and the rings perfect. I do not know the other waitress, or the reason why, people have bad days, 'nuff said. The only thing that was a downer that day is, why would you play anything other than 'British Invasion' music in a British Pub? Review: Food; as always AMAZING( I even tipped the chef for the stew). Service; 10/10, Mallory+++. Ambiance; 8/10, stick with what works. read more

Came here for the Amish Outlaws during St. Patrick's day. Loved our waitress brittany! She let us know in advance which drinks were on specials. The atmosphere was amazing, food - delicious! And Brittany was a wonderful one. Happy Lucky Day! read more

I was here recently for a night-before-wedding party. It's a casual pub, no need to dress up. There was live music (it was a Friday), which was pretty good and not too loud. The food is decent for bar food. Service for our large party was good. read more

Representing 2024, U is for Union Jack's. Introduction to Union Jack's in 2010's: I have been to 3 Union Jack's locations over the past over decade. The first time I went was the Gaithersburg location, which closed during Covid, in February 2015 for my friend's birthday party. I went to the Bethesda location once for a birthday party too, which closed even before Covid. The 1st time I ever went to the Columbia location was in December 2018. It was after our company's holiday party after the after party at Union Jack's. We stayed out pretty late on that Thursday night (but most were working from home the next day as it was a Friday). Union Jack's is a cool fun atmosphere with both inside & outside. We were mostly inside, but we did go outside for a bit too in spite of the December cold. Coworker was encouraging me to smoke a cigar, which was the last of maybe 3 times I ever smoked one in my life. 2023-2024 experiences here: There's a Meetup group that meets on a Friday for happy hour that I occasionally went to. They do a good job accommodating the large group often around the pool tables. Staff is nice, and there are some decent specials on drinks & food. In March 2024, I took my new girlfriend at the time to the Meetup, and we ate here. We were both disappointed. We split 2 entrees, the fish & chips and a steak medallion dish. Fish & chips weren't bad, but it was kind of small & too much breading. The steak & mushrooms had way too much of this brown gravy, which was not appetizing. Steak was kind of rubbery. Mashed potatoes & asparagus were decent. We were annoyed that we were hungry again less than 4 hours later for our 2 entrees. It's annoying to spend $60 for the 2 of us to be hungry less than 4 hours later. In conclusion, staff is nice & some good happy hour specials, but the food situation was subpar. read more

Union Jack's - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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Food OK, restaurant WAY understaffed. Waitress at least tried hard, bar service poor. . One waitress handled the entire restaurant more than 40 people. Bartender had one other customer in the entire restaurant, but he required 8 minutes to make my drink (alcohol + one soda) while I stood at the bar. No wonder that, except for our party, across 90 minutes, I saw one other party in the restaurant. No wonder nobody goes there. Should have closed long ago. We won't go again either. read more

This place ROCKS!! We have been to Union Jacks 5 times in the last 3 days! 1) Friendly staff that remembers us! 2) Delicious gluten free options, including sandwiches and pizza! 3) Fun atmosphere! Preparties and after- parties! Great bands! Karaoke! 4) Great location! read more

Union Jack's - Gluten-free pizza - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

We had a great time here meeting up with friends before the Dave Matthew's Band concert nearby. They had a tribute band playing that was great. Lots of seating inside and outside. Our server, Hayley, was AMAZING. They were packed, yet she regularly checked on us and brought food and drinks quickly. I didn't order food, but tasted my friend's crab bites which were yummy with the sauce they served with them. Others ordered salmon, chicken quesadillas, and shrimp which all looked good to me. I saw others with fish and chips which they seem to be know for and they look good. Overall, this was an awesome spot to meet up with friends and I'd definitely come back here if I'm in the area. read more

Service was good but we found it odd that outdoor hosts were also responsible for indoor seating. The other odd thing was no prices on the beer menu and for most of the alcohol. Other than that, it seemed lively and a popular place to hang out. We probably wouldn't go back though. read more

Best fish and chips! TV's and a big-screen TV We've come here for years, and we've always loved their generous flakey moist crispy fried-fish and chips. A quiet Sunday in Sep '24 was a comfortable friendly refuge after a long trip. We also had a tasty veggie burger, and several draft and craft beers. We always dine near the bar, partly for the friendly bartenders and servers, and partly for sports on many tvs, including s big-screen by the pool table! Plenty of parking just across the entryway or and a garage just down the access road. read more

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Came here for my partner's company party. The food was pretty mediocre and meager. When we went up to the buffet, it was curious that everyone had small amounts of food on their plate but once I got up there, the reason was evident: most of the buffet trays were nearly empty. When they brought out another tray of mashed potatoes, it was about an inch thick. Most of the food was pretty bland. They also ran out of dessert. read more

I came here on a Sunday afternoon to watch a football game. The overall experience was great. They have plenty of room to watch the games. The food was tasty. read more

First time here and definitely coming back. The place is large with a vibe . This a good place to come catch a game or just enjoy drinks with friends. The service is good and quick . The calamari is AMAZING , the bread pudding is beyond fulfilling . The prices are reasonable . Plenty of street parking . read more

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The gluten-free pizza crust was a good texture, though I wish the Margherita pizza had some sauce on it rather than just cheese and tomato slices. I was really happy to find that they have a dedicated fryer for gluten-free items, so you can order a variety of things here if that's a concern for you. Our server was very kind and attentive, and it was nice to sit on the patio in the evening. The inside of the restaurant seemed a bit dark and didn't get a lot of sunlight, which heavily influenced my choice to sit outside. The food wasn't anything special, but it was good, and I wouldn't turn anyone away from giving it a try. read more

Union Jack's - gluten free pizza, fries - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Came to get fish and chips for Easter weekend. The fish and chips were very good. Crispy fish was very tasty but could have been better seasoned. I had the honey old wings which were the best wings I've had in sometime. They were the right level of sweetness and the old bay was not overpowering. Perfectly balanced appetizer. My rating is based on service. Our drinks weren't very cold. She we ordered we asked to have the wings brought out first but everything came at once. Tables say unbussed and it was distracting. They only were cleared if they needed to seat someone. Upside is the server was nice but overwhelmed due to lack of staffing. read more

Union Jack's - Fish and chips - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

ORDER THE ROAST CHICKEN!!!!! I honestly cannot stress this enough. That is the best roast chicken I have ever had. The service here is very friendly and the beer selection is phenomenal. read more

Just a short walk from Meriweather post, this British pub makes legit fish and chips. Decent tap selection which includes 2 English ciders. We visited before the Zack Brown concert, and the live band playing at the pub for right in. Their outside patio was packed 2 hours before the show, so service was a bit slow to handle such a crowd, but service was friendly and welcoming. Inside there is a large area to grab a pint and stand around. Menu is beyond British pub fare, to include salads and even shrimp tacos. read more

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The reviews are definitely harsh, based on my two experiences here. The ambiance is quite nice, with tons of bar seating and dining. The customer service was also excellent, especially the first time around. As for the food, it was pretty good! I ordered fish & chips both times, and they were good, with great portions. My girl ordered their beet salad, and she was also rather impressed. read more

Union Jack's - Fish & Chips + Beet Salad - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

I came for a visit with a few friends on their trivia night hosted by Charm City Trivia. The trivia was fun, but the food and service left a lot to be desired. Our visit happened to coincide with a concert, so the place was packed with people looking to grab a quick bite before their show. We were told that due to the concert, they had a shortened menu selection (photos shown of the concert/event menu). After deciding on what to order, we struggled to flag down a waiter. When we finally got ahold of a waiter, they kept forgetting to bring us cups of water. The food took a very long time to come out, but I hope this was just due to the large number of guests during our visit. Unfortunately, none of our dishes were particularly good. I had the fish and chips, which were incredibly bland and not very crispy at all. My friend got the Pub Philly, and it tasted so bad that she didn't even finish eating one of the sandwich halves... The only dish I would consider ordering again in the future is the Chicken Banger Rolls - at least they had some semblance of flavor. One member of the party really wanted the Reuben, which is not available on the event menu. However, staff told us that at around 7-7:30pm after the concert begins, they would switch back to the regular menu. So my friend decided to wait until that time to order the Reuben. At 7:30pm, trivia started. Again, we struggled to flag down a waiter. Finally, after 8pm, my friend walked to the bar to speak with someone to place an order. Her food came out incredibly late even though all the concert-goers were already gone. Honestly, I don't think I will ever come back unless I really want to participate in another Charm City Trivia night. The service is so bad, and the food I tried was not very good. read more

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This is a fun place to go and relax with family or friends. There are pool tables, darts and sports on TV. However, the fun stops there. We visited with a sports team. Fodd took 90 minutes to come out (the restaurant other than our group was pretty empty), some food never came out. The waiter stated someone else must have taken it. A simple grilled cheese was sent back twice to cook bread and melt cheese. We eventually gave up. The manager was no where to be seen. Other staff stayed on their phone and no help was provided to the waiter for paying bills. Poor food, service and kitchen ability to manage orders. Skip this. read more

We came here after a festival in Columbia and it was a good time. We stumbled upon trivia which was really fun! I had the fish and chips and it was absolutely delicious. The service was a little slow and I was only able to get one old fashioned because they ran out of bitters. Other than that it was an enjoyable experience. I'll def be back. read more

Union Jack's - Fish and chips - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

We sat at the bar. Service was quick and the beer was great. Food was good but not great.

Bartender is awesome. Unfortunately, some of the male staff think it's OK to vape while on duty on the floor or spend a lot of time shaking out their hair to make it look nice. Won't be back. read more

Met some friends here on a Saturday for lunch. We started off with an order of pretzels with cheese sauce and fried pickles. Both appetizers were delish! For entrees, I went with the chicken tenders and an order of fries. I really liked batter on the tenders, it gave them a nice crisp. The fries were just meh. My fiancé ordered off the brunch menu and got the Crème brûlée French toast. He said it was "surprisingly delicious." All entree portions were very large that most of us left with a box in hand. There are some pool tables and darts near the back of the restaurant- def a good place to get a group together! read more

Union Jack's - Crème brûlée French toast - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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Very surprised by this place. Did not expect the food to be good at all, but it was amazing. Everything was extremely fresh and could tell it was just made. The pretzels were right out of the fryer/oven, unlike the food market down the street (those are stale unlike these ones) Salmon was great. waitress Alex very nice and welcoming. read more

Union Jack's - BROWNIE SUNDAE - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

I've been to Union Jack's a handful of times and never have I been disappointed, so it's about time that I officially reviewed this establishment. Pretty much every time I've been here, I've gotten the Fish n Chips, and they're consistently delicious - a nicely dense codfish with a lightly battered/crispy exterior with perfectly seasoned fries. So good.... read more

Union Jack's - Fish n Chips. Excellent grub. - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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I went during happy hour, and if you are anywhere near this place go. The drink prices are alright but the happy hour food selection was great. I picked the 3 pork tacos for $7.50 and when they came out, wow! Great presentation with onion rings all over the top of them. The taste was a little "safe". I like tacos with a kick so they may need a little heat. I'm sure they had some hot sauce somewhere, but I didn't bother. Service was great too. We sat outside and it was a little chilly when the sun went away behind a cloud because it seemed a breeze was steadily running through that patio area. So bring a jacket if there is any chance of cooler weather and you are sitting outside. The "Jail break" (Hefeweizen) beers were great too. read more

Went during off hours between lunch and dinner, but the service was still great and quick! We tried the pretzel appetizer with the honey mustard and cheese dip. The pretzel and honey mustard dip were delicious! The cheese dip was like regular nacho cheese, so next time we'd probably go without it. We both ordered the fish and chips for our meal, and they were FANTASTIC! The portions were large, the food was crispy and the apple slaw was amazing (and we usually aren't slaw fans). We had a great experience and will definitely be back! read more

Union Jack's - Fish and Chips - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

I was satisfied with the experience, came to meet an old friend and overall I was satisfied. Some guy with a receding hairline was complaining about the servers shaking out their hair or something lol, I didn't see that myself but maybe Tito misses having hair himself to shake out I'd come here again probably read more

Conveniently located in Columbia. I love their pastas and the drinks and wine is very good. I love the set up and tvs to watch your favorite sports. The outside patio & bar is a vibe. read more

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I had one of the best fish n chips ! Lightly battered but had a great crispness & well seasoned too! The chips (fries) were just the way I like it - crispy the remoulade sauce with it could've used just a pinch more horseradish but otherwise it was good. My daughter had the fish tacos which almost trumped my dish. The citrus slaw, avocado cream sauce on the blackened fish were delicious! My mouth is watering just thinking about them . My husband opted for the seafood pasta. Although also delicious with plenty of sweet mussels & good sized shrimps ( 3) , there was no crab meat anywhere . If the dish had any, it had to be miniscule . Anyway, our server wasn't well versed on the specials as she had to go & confirm our inquiries regarding happy hour specials. We were also charged double for a side salad..oh well The food was awesome & we will return for more read more

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Do you feel like getting in a bar fight? Watching young girls bicker? Be surrounded by underage drinkers? Having dudes all up in your personal space? Paying incredibly overpriced cover charges or ticket prices to enter mediocre events? Cold food? Warm drinks? Getting caught off-guard with a serving charge? Watch bouncers manhandle patrons via throwing them over the fence? Watching upset patrons deal with arrogant managers? Seeing women urinate in sinks (not joking)? Then come on in for the show. "Happy Hour" is Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM and includes $3.00 SELECT domestic beer bottles, $4 rails, $4 SELECT craft beer pints and $5 wines. If you want something a bit more risqué, please venture in for the infamous "late night happy hour" where you can meet the crazies of Columbia, Maryland with a side of your selected pour: $3 rails, $4 SELECT craft beer pints, $4 wines, $5 buckets of white claw (warned you about the crazies) or corona, and $20 meal specials of whatever they feel like unfreezing for you that night. They offer live music on Friday and Saturday starting at 8:00 PM and brunch on the weekend starting at 11:00 AM. Divey, cold and a bit creepy. As the British would say, "Bloody hell," you've been warned. read more

We stopped by here because I had a craving for a burger. I decided to get the bacon cheeseburger sliders instead. The burgers were over cooked and very salty. It's a good thing I asked for plenty of ketchup. They needed all the help it could get. Even the bacon was bland. It came with fries. They were just ok. I wouldn't return. Seems like they went downhill. Since my last visit. I ordered my food online and it still wasn't ready. Pre payed and everything. This will be added to my done list. read more

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Came for a Tuesday night Trivia event! They apparently just re-started their Trivia Tuesday events. Parking was across the street, more in the mall parking lot area. There is a garage not too far from this location also. Trivia was pretty cool. Ended up being about 5 teams that played. The whole game lasted about an hour and a half. Winners got a gift card to use on the next visit to UJ. I ordered the chicken tenders that I did not enjoy. They seemed throughly choked in fried oil. I requested my tenders to be rolled in buffalo sauce with blue cheese and celery on the side. The Coffe was good. I also had a hot brownie sundae which was fantastic! read more

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(I realize this review won't be short, but hopefully it gets straight to the point all the same.) 1. Food. I ordered (to go) the pulled pork mac 'n cheese off of the menu recently. What I received instead was a handful of shells with a woeful layer of barely-melted cheese on top. The shameless dishonesty is laughable...hope that business model continues working out for them. 2. Service. The wait staff generally fall into two categories: detached or surly. Although I was sat at a table, I was content ordering my own drinks at the bar because I didn't want to deal with the rudeness. Bottom line: life's too short to waste one's time and money in a place like that. Goodbye Union Jack's, and (very) good riddance. read more

Server didn't serve. I had to find him every time our table needed a drink or something to eat. There were barely any customers, and our food took forever. The Reuben was basically a grilled cheese with corned beef. The miller lite draft tasted old. I would not recommend coming here! read more

This pub is at a good location, and has nice indoor and outdoor space. Staff is friendly. Should be a good place for happy hour or hangout with friends. My recent visit was, however, less than spectacular. Sitting outside, there was some live music blasting in our ears which made conversations difficult. The food took more than 30 minutes to come out, and appetizers and the rest of the food all came at the same time. The waitress got one wrong drink. The drinks were too sweet and watered down. The food quality was mediocre at best. Chicken wings were dry. Guacamole seemed to be pre-made. Calamari was salty and a little soggy. Pizza was judged to be just OK. During a previous visit sitting inside the experience was somewhat better. read more

Tonight's visit was a disappointment. Slow service, limited "concert " menu, paper plates, plastic utensils, warm beer. I have been here many times before and always enjoyed dinner and drinks before a concert at nearby Merriweather Post Pavilion. I will give it another shot because we have had great experiences in the past but tonights visit was very subpar. read more

Came here for brunch after running across the street to the mall. Had the fried pickles, the sauce was good but overall a little too soggy for us. Had a great server who kept our bottomless mimosas topped the entire meal. Breakfast hash needed a good sauce to tie everyrhing together cuz thr over easy eggs didn't do it. We also had the steak and eggs and just split it, but the portion was too small to split and we ordered mid rare but got it well. Overall not the best experience. Prob wouldn't return. Jake n the girls read more

3rd and probably last time I come here. Every time I visit the service is worst and worst. Place was not busy at all. Only a couple at the bar and the bartender kept disappearing. An embarrassment if your here on a date. I could've and should've walked out on the tab. But Im an honest guy. They need to retrain the staff, update the menu to reasonable prices. Maybe remarket themselves .. I have driven by on weekends and its dead...not what it use to be read more

Went to this place within a few days of their reopening. All staff wore face masks and the outdoor seating was packed with guests enjoying the live music on Sunday. Tried the Jack's lunch drinks and chicken nachos. Will definitely be back soon! read more

Union Jack's - Chicken nachos - Pubs Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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