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Jak's Grill

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14 Front St N
Issaquah, WA 98027

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(425) 837-8834
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Jak's Grill - Issaquah, WA
Jak's Grill - Issaquah, WA
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Came here on a Saturday night and we found out they don't take reservations.Long wait. But nice mixxed drinks at the bar. Good food and service once we sat down. Disappointing whi...

Worst

Good drinks. One excellent steak. One mealy steak. Both ordered the rib-eye, medium rare. Hate to make a scene so we went with it.

If you are looking a steak this is the place!!! 2/6/2009

My wife and I stopped last night for the first time. We arrived just after 5pm. We waited about half an hour for a table. The waitress was very friendly, giving us assistance on choosing a wine to go with with two of the best New York steaks that either of us have had for quite sometime. She gave us a complementary dessert to celebrate our first visit and anniversary. We were very impressed with the outstanding service and meal. We will recommend Jak's to all of our friends and family. Pros: Ambience, Service, Food Cons: Parking but you can park in back. more
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One of my favorite places for steak! 9/19/2008

The first time I came here, my friend treated me for lunch with eggs benedict and fillet mignon! what a... more
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Two hours for a table? Forget it! AVOID! AVOID! AVOID! 9/19/2008

We wanted to give this place a try but were told there would be a two hour wait for a table. We put our name down and went into the bar. It was too small, crowdede and noisy for us to have a conversation so we decided to head down the street to the wine bar where we could unwind, have a drink and compare notes on the day. After an hour there we head back to Jaks and order another drink in the crowded noisy bar. After at least an hour I walk over to the hostess station and inquire about our table. The girl tells me that since I left she took our name off the list! I couldn't believe it! She tells me if I want a table there is at least another hour wait! I demand to speak with the manager and this heavy set lummock saunters over and tells me we can wait an hour for a table or leave but either way he did not care! We were outraged! This is a horrible restaurant with terrible service. AVOID! AVOID! AVOID! Cons: RUDE SERVICE AVOID! AVOID! AVOID! more
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long, long wait for medicore food with substandard service 9/19/2008

We waited almost 2 hours for a table. After being seated, finally, we waited another 20 minutes before we were finally able to get our server to grace us with her presence. When she pitched up it was only to tell us that she was busy...then she walks off! After another 10 minutes she turns up to ask us rather gruffly what we want to order. No explanation of specials or recommendations. When we inquire about these she simply said ""we're sold out"" then stares at us. Well, we order a couple steaks and two glasses of wine. We wanted more wine but our waitress couldn't be bothered to inquire if we needed anything. The bill came to more than $100 for very medicore food and truly terrible service. We will never return. Cons: Mediocre food, long wait, terrible service more
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One of my favorite places for steak! 9/19/2008

chanman Provided by Partner
The first time I came here, my friend treated me for lunch with eggs benedict and fillet mignon! what a great sunday brunch combo! Since then, I... more
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These people are crazy! JAKS IS GREAT! 8/6/2008

What is wronge with these people? Are they use to dining were their is never a wait? Ummm, not a good sign if a business in not BUSY! We love JAKS! We have been going there for years---so has most of Issaquah! Thats why there is such a long wait-Its the most popular restaurant in town! The steaks are AMAZING. They just had a ""cowboy ribey"" that my husband could not stop talking about (tryed to made it at home-we decied it just better to go to JAKS). The service has always been wonderful! The same servers have worked there forever-its impossible to get a job there (i've tryed) because no one leaves! We are ""regular"" customers, wouldnt waist our $$ if it wasnt the best from the food to the service. We absolutly love the new GM. She is doing a fab. job. I always reccomentd JAKS to everyone and love to be known as a ""regular""! Pros: VALUE & SERVICE Cons: PARKING more
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Really awful service 7/30/2008

he employees of this place are really terrible. The hostesses are stuck up idiots who could care less about you as a customer. The waitresses are more of the same - all you are is a prospective tip. The manager is one step removed from the trailer park. Anyhow, the last straw for us was watching the manager picking his nose while he's talking to one of the waitresses! Unbelieveable! We will NOT be going back to Jaks. Cons: Manager was openly picking his nose! more
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Gauche Maitre'D 7/10/2008

The Maitre'D is a slovenly, tasteless boor. He wears a cheap suit and jingles his change in his pocket. There must be a couple of faux gold chains beneath the J C Penny's polyester necktie he wears. My point? I went to this man to complain that after a two-hour wait for a table we found the service to be rude and the food lacking in quality. His reply? ""Nobody else seems to have a problem!"" I mean really! I thought this was a joke but the sad truth is that the front line management probably trained at a sleazy Poconos supper club because that is precisely how this man behaved! We will never return to Jak's Grill in Issaquah! Pros: Tasteless, boorish manager - what a horrible man! Cons: See above more
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Time to find a new favorite restaurant 11/18/2007

Since new ownership has come in over the last few years this place is seriously going downhill. What was once the premier steakhouse in Seattle is quickly becoming Denny's. They've lost their focus on good food and have started sullying the menu with sh!t like mac and cheese and *onion rings* and steaks with sauces. They're also now doing lunch and a Sunday brunch. Even the steaks have been ""meh"" the last several times eating there. It seems the new owners are only interested in milking as much short-term money from a once-great thing. JaK's was once my favorite restaurant (to which I've brought many business clients) - I'm sadly looking for another. more
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excellent steak, even though waited for an hour, but tota... 8/24/2007

excellent steak, even though waited for an hour, but totally worth it. more
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excellent steak, even though waited for an hour, but tota... 8/24/2007

ArthurTsang Provided by Partner
excellent steak, even though waited for an hour, but totally worth it. more
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A Jewel 8/23/2007

What a gem Jaks is. Really quality food, and great atmosphere. Unfortunately some people decided to bring their 1 year old tazmainian devel with them to dinner and it almost ruined our meal. We don't usually spend $30.00 per entree just to be exposed to someone else's wild children. Hint, leave the brats at home. The wait staff was on our side and after a few hints from us they apparently took care of the situation. They earned thier tip. more
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Great Host and bar Service 6/14/2007

Great hosts and cocktail staff during the long wait for a table. Worst steak salad ever. Will impress any soccer mom. Pros: The staff was pretty Cons: Local competition cooks a better steak more
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The best place for steaks in Seattle 5/21/2007

As someone from the midwest growing up on great Chicago steakhouses, Jak's comes very close and is... more
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The best place for steaks in Seattle 5/21/2007

James Provided by Partner
As someone from the midwest growing up on great Chicago steakhouses, Jak's comes very close and is definitely better than the Metropolitan Grill in... more
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Busy on weekends, but worth it 5/15/2007

We stopped by here on a saturday to see how long the wait was. Almost 2 hours was the reply. We put our names in and told the hostess we were going to check out the new wine bar down the street. She made a note of it and called us at the wine bar when a table was available. We had a really great meal and a totally fun evening out. more
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Affordable, yummy steak 4/22/2007

The atmosphere is similar to that of a pub. The restaurant looks low-key without huge or bright signs to... more
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Affordable, yummy steak 4/22/2007

F Provided by Partner
The atmosphere is similar to that of a pub. The restaurant looks low-key without huge or bright signs to attract you, but this hidden gem has excel... more
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Best value around 2/19/2007

Great steaks at a great price. You won't find many steakhouses with theses prices. The wait can be a little long, but with great places around to catch a drink the time flies by. Highly recommended! more
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Must try it. It's fantastic! 1/5/2007

Food and wine is excellent. Usually 2 hrs wait on weekends and a little noisy but it's worth it. Very inexpensive for quality food. Pros: Food is the best Cons: Long wait more
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  • The Scene
    The place is small and crowded, but it exudes a certain ""old money"" appeal, thanks to dark woods, dim lighting and plenty of red meat. Since reservations aren't taken, the...

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  • Neighborhoods: Olde Town
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