11/08/09

New Location

by tedowe

Sometimes I crave good, real deal, mexican food and even though there are lots of choices around there isnt a whole lot of people doing it right especially in the south denver/littleton area. I am so impressed with the food that I have to have it at least once a week! For $8 you can get a double burger(the dez) that will feed a small family...literally, and it is delicioso. Jack and his family make it such a friendly place that its hard to stay away and i dare you to walk away without thinking "wow, that was so much food for the money" or "thats some of the best mexican food I've had". Thanks sooo much for coming down south(belleview & santa fe)...your tacos are appreciated!

• Pros: Awesome portions for the money
• Cons: burgers are huge!!!

11/03/09

LOVE

by tgonza3

Love this place, its like my second home. The warmth of the family, food and servive makes my visit there every time so injoyable. I love the taste of the fresh tasting food sure it takes a little time for your food but its worth the wait , and the friendly service. That is why I eat at Jacks every week.

• Pros: exciting

11/01/09

good food

by happy lady

good mexican food

• Pros: big portions

10/30/09

Majorly Disappointed

by Lyndsey S

Okay, so I wanted to try this place because it was featured on Man vs Food and thought that this would be a good idea to try something new.. boy was I wrong!! I ordered one of there burritos which came out cold and runny from the beans. The taste was really bland and they put way too much cheese on the burrito to compensate for everything else it was lacking. The chili was okay but again a bit watery. The margaritas again were just okay, however the wait staff was so rude and slow. They had no clue what was going on and lacked any customer service skills. The prices are outrageous for the quality of food that you are getting its insane. I left feeling that I just wasted my hard earned money some discusting food!! I will never go back again let alone waste anymore money here.

• Pros: Nada
• Cons: Food, Prices, Wait Staff

08/21/09

Terribly boring and bland!

by DenverFoodie2

I want to first say that I am not an owner or employee of their competition, just to clarity for the reviewer who thinks that's the only reason someone gives a bad review. Also, the reason I gave 2 starts instead of one is that their margaritas were good and the patio was nice.

My boyfriend and I saw this place on Man vs. Food and I just had to see a place that has a 7 lb burrito. We went over a few days ago for lunch and left completely underwhelmed. I ordered the 4 taco sampler while he ordered the stacked cheese enchiladas. We both are pretty open about food but just because you put it in a tortilla doesn't mean you should call it Mexican. I think it's an insult to that culture to pass of mediocre fair as authentic. The food just had no real flavor to it. His looked like a mess too. I know Mexican food differs by region but it was just blah.

We eat everything from cheap and quick to fine dining. It says a lot that we both got in the car and immediately expressed how disappointed we were with the food. We both said we'd never go back. If you are looking for good Mexican go down to South Broadway and go to Taco y Salsa. It's cheaper and authentic!

• Pros: Large portions, nice patio, good margarita
• Cons: bland food which shouldn't be called Mexican

08/14/09

Seriously over rated

by foodiefran

I went to Jack-N-Grill because it was featured on the travel channel. I brought some friends with me and we were all very excited until we got our food and we were very disappointed. It wasn't bad food, it just had no flavor. I am not sure how the other reviewers can give this place 5 stars. On another note, we were only a party of 4 and 20% gratuity was added to our bill. I have never been anywhere that automatically added that high of a gratuity for 4 people. Not that the service was bad but seriously, 20% for flavorless food that took some time to get to our table????

If you want good Mexican food, go to Efrains in Lafayette or Boulder.

• Cons: No flavor

08/10/09

AMAZING PLACE!

by slams99

I saw jack-n-grill on the travel channel and figured my husband and i have to try it! We have both grown up in denver and never even heard of it! We absolutely enjoyed ever aspect of it! Yes it takes a lilttle while to get seated or even for the food to come, BUT if you read the menu carefully they do say it is good food not fast food. Your paying and waiting for something that is truely enjoyable and worth the wait and money. Everything is very large portions and for a very good price! The house margaritas are to die for mmmm! I think that anyone who has to say bad things about the place is either just jealous that their resturant is'nt doing as well or they are just plain old to picky! If you cant wait a little while for a table in an amazing place for good cheap food then you should just stay home and eat some ramen! The servers were very sweet even ones that werent ours. They all seem to be a big happy family at Jack-N-Grill and we will be going there forever! Also we were told they will be opening another location down south near bellview and prince area which were super excited for seeings how we live in castle rock and make the drive that far!

• Pros: anything and everything
• Cons: nothing at all

07/27/09

Oh, my gosh!

by jjs1955

Here we go again, DenverFoodie2, you need a lesson in geography! First off, the reason the food tastes different to you is because you are used to eating "Mexican" food. Jack-n-Grill is not Mexican, it is New Mexican, like from the state of "New Mexico". Mexican food is from the country of "Mexico"....got it. Good.

You must be in the industry if you promote another restaurant. Tacos y Salsa is good if you want "Mexican" But for true home style cooking from the state of "New Mexico", Jack-n-Grill is by far the best. This place has won every award on their menu, (just look at one of their walls inside) and you say its bland? Stick to your Mexican taste buds and leave this great "New Mexican" gem to all of us who can apprieciate a great meal from "New Mexico".

I just read a copy of USA Today, (Fri/Sat/Sun, September 11-13) edition, in the "Life Weekend" in the Travel Section, they list the "10 great places for Latino flavor, flair" in the country! Guess what? Jack-n-Grill made the list...."TOP TEN IN THE COUNTRY"!!!! Come on, give this place their due.

Not to mention....Man vs Food, and The Travel Channels Extreme Places to Pig Out!

And you say the food had no real flavor....and mediocre? And trying to pass off as Mexican? Well, I hope you know the difference now. Take it from me, I love to eat and I too have been to every restaurant known to man. I love this family run place. The food is consistent and fresh. I would not recommened any other "New Mexican" restaurant to anyone....but for authentic "Mexican" there are a few others that I would go to instead of Tacos y Salsa.

I suggest you give them another try and order one of their huge burgers! You can get fresh green chile and cheese....ummmm.

Oh, and by the way....I was just in this morning to get one of their $2 breakfast burritos, and noticed another plaque, an award from "The Food Network Magazine's", "50 States, 50 Burgers"....you guessed it, the "Terribly boring and bland" Jack-n-Grill got this distinguished honor to represent Colorado with one of their Burgers....shame on them.

• Pros: Everything
• Cons: Nothing

07/27/09

Huge portions

by Skooter

This restaurant was recommended to us by a friend of ours. My husband ordered the burger which was HUGE! I ordered the bean & cheese burrito. The green chili was ok but I was disappointed that the beans weren't refried which I prefer. Next time I'll order a breakfast burrito.

Note to owner: Albuquerque is spelled wrong on your menu. It isn't AlbuRquerque.

• Pros: Good food

07/09/09

What the Hey?

by MPedroza

I can't understand why people (employees, management or even its owners) from other restaurants write bad comments about their competition! It's obvious that those terrible reviews are written by them. No ordinary customer would have such a bad expierence without it being resolved by the Restaurant Management or its Ownership. Come on!

Jack-n-Grill is a gem. I have been going back on a regular basis and have never, NEVER had a bad meal or terrible service. They put out some fabulous food. I wish it were a bit bigger, but my family and friends really enjoy it there.

And for the reviewer that says..."I'm Hispanic and I know Mexican" Well pal, you may be Hispanic, but your taste buds are dead! Stick to your Taco Bell.

I encourage everyone to try this "Nationally Famous" mom&pop restaurant, (They were featured on the Food Channel's "Man vs Food" and on the Food Channels "Extreme Places to Pig Out". They have a 7lb Breakfast Burrito Challenge!

So all you haters (employees and management from other mexican restaurants) that write lies about this little successful joint, GET A LIFE, no one pays attention to your vile lies. Try it once, you will be hooked.

I got family coming in from California, can't wait to take them there.

• Pros: EVERYTHING
• Cons: NONE