We love Jack Allen's Kitchen!! We first found this restaurant after going to the outlets in Round Rock. Now we occasionally make the trip out to Aldi and go to Jack Allen's first! Our first time in we sat at the bar and our bartender was so sweet and welcoming. They had a special over the summer on Sundays and Mondays from 3-close that included $5 frozen margaritas and $5 queso. We got both on first visit and seriously loved the margaritas. You could add a floater for only $1 and I added mezcal. What a great frozen marg! The chunky queso is my fiance's favorite. I added the salsa for $1 and enjoyed it with their fresh chips. The salsa is smoky and fresh - I really like it! That special has ended, but they usually have some kind of deal. We recently visited for buy one get one sandwiches - I got the veggie burger and my fiance got the pimento chicken sandwich. For entrees I really recommend any of the fish dishes. The ruby red trout salad is delicious (and a huge portion of fish). I've also tried their redfish dinner special and it was amazing. Everything we've tried here is so good and the service is always great. It's kind of a random dinner spot for us, but we keep going back because it is just so good every time! read more

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At least the food is consistent . Spicy and good service most of the time. Could they add vegetable other than the same old medley they serve with everything? read more

Quality food with some tricked up specialties.Good for special and not too special occasions.

Our server was very nice and attentive and the food was very good. Will go again! The restaurant was very clean, comfortable and inviting.

Our bench seat had no padding, moved, told manager, Jenelle. She could of cared less, put elderly in it right away. No steak sauce, given barbecue sauce. Horrible, 2 N.Y. steaks with tip $120. First time in & last ! Menu is over loaded with nothing you'd want. Our plate came with a small pile of potatoes. No veg. unless a Ceasars side for $ 8. Please ! So sad. Busy, happy hour. Front side walk too narrow for handicap to walk. Had chairs there with people's legs out. Wife has a walker & this was very difficult. Back to Lakeline Chiles fora Great dinner ! read more

We go to Jack Allen's once as week but it is the only spot in the RR/gtown area that checks all the boxes: consistently and reliably good and high quality, affordable, big portions, fantastic service, classy ambiance, easy parking, not loud. They have a blend of classic American, new American and Mexican cuisine which is great because each person in our group has lots of options. All of their dishes are truly fantastic in farm to table ingredients, seasoning/flavor, texture--you can tell their chefs are trained with a standard of excellence. I really can't choose a favorite dish bc they're all so delicious in their own way so it just depends on what mood you're in. So far we've had: Barbacoa enchiladas, fish tacos, Jack burger, chicken fried steak, beef tacos and they were all phenomenal. Don't forget to read their whiskey menu. They serve special local tx age barreled whiskey and other unique liquors. read more

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Fantastic food and a great vibe. Often take visitors from out of town or meet for business lunches. Never fails to impress.

For a good time call Doug. He's been our favorite server for 13 years. We come here to see Doug and because the food and service is always reliably top notch. No place else! read more

Pork medallions are on point! Love a good scratch kitchen. Severs are knowledgeable, great place for a work luncheon

Service and food was wonderful always point on with what is new on the menu plus covering dessert

My son and his friend were looking for a place to eat for lunch. I found Jack Allen's Kitchen had a wide variety of food options and good prices so they went and said the food was delicious well worth the trip from Georgetown. read more

Not normally a fan of Jack Allen's but I really enjoyed the "Wedgies" salad. The green goddess dressing was terrific.

Our family has been going to Jack Allen's for years and years... all locations. Not only is the food absolutely amazing and we love the happy hour, but the servers are above and beyond what you typically would get-- they're just the best and they make every experience elevate, can't wait to go back soon. read more

Visited for a quick lunch with friends and I loved it so much that I've been back since just for the Chicken Fried Chicken. Service has been wonderful and attentive on both occasions. When seated they bring a little plate with their Pimento Cheese spread and crackers to sample. I'm not really a fan of pimento cheese but I still thought it was good. The second time I visited it just so happened to be during their Happy Hour where they had 1/2 priced appetizers and drink specials! Everything I've tried and or those with me have tried has been absolutely delicious. I personally love the Chicken Fried Chicken ($14.99) which comes with Mashed Potatoes, sautéed veggies and is smothered in their gravy. I've also been able to taste the Fat Jack Burger (which is wonderful!) and their Fried Shrimp both of which was soo tasty. I definitely plan to return again in the near future and look forward to trying more items from their menu. read more

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Jack Allen's is one of my favorite places to dine. I have been to 3 different ones here in the greater Austin area and all are wonderful. The service is really good. Sometimes you may need to wait, however the time they tell you is pretty accurate. Today was really good. No waiting and our server was excellent. The interior is inviting and clean. I always look over the menu and order a few different items. If I can't decide I will get the soup and salad...it never disappoints. Today, I ordered the Steak and Eggs. Another excellent meal. There was plenty of flank steak spiced just right and covered with cheese. The Enchilada was easy to cut and the eggs were done as I asked. Usually, I never order dessert, but today it sounded good. I had a Berry Cobbler with ice cream. The Cobbler was still hot when it arrived and was done with perfection. It was quite large and I shared it with my dinner mate. So if I said it before, alI'll say it again...visit Jack Allen's in Round Rock, Cedar Park or North Austin and enjoy a very good meal! read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Steak and Eggs - Southern Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

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I was pleasantly surprised when the first thing the waiter did was leave a plate of the pimiento cheese appetizer. This is what I was wanting to order and it's like he read my mind! It was a small portion, though, so I still had a big appetite and ordered the spinach gorgonzola pasta. It paired so well with the dipping bread and I wished for never-ending pasta. Of the several entrees we enjoyed, this was my favorite entree of the meal. The migas were Texas style, making them different from traditional Mexican migas. Jack Allen's Kitchen cooks them with giant tortilla chunks the size of nacho chips. I was a little disappointed by this, but the flavor was decent. The chocolate dome cake was small with an extremely rich flavor. I was glad I shared it with my family. I will return to Jack Allen's Kitchen! read more

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It's fine. I really don't understand other people's enjoyment of this place. Like it's fine, but that's it. The food is ok, nothing great or innovative or special. The price point is fine. The service is standard and the space is clean. But that's basic? Our server was nice enough, but it seemed to take her forever, even when we first got there and the restaurant wasn't particularly full. This, of course, didn't get any better once more people came in. When you're seated they do bring little plates with like a tiny scoop of pimento cheese and like three crackers on them. I wasn't sure the point of that. I took a bite out of curiosity, both were pretty plain. You could get a similar bite from a Sun chip and a jar of pimento cheese spread. I ordered the vegetarian tacos and they do not come preassembled. They literally fold up a few tortillas and set them on the side of your plate so you get the fun of scooping the veggie mix and whatever else into your tortillas. That's just weird, I don't want to do that. There are also not many vegetarian options, I do think the tacos are or can be made vegan, but I am not certain. The guacamole comes with pumpkin seeds for some reason, ask for it without them, it'll be better. read more

Landed at Jack Allen's last night with my neighborhood ladies group of about 25 people. What a great experience! We were early enough to catch the 1/2 price appetizers for happy hour, so I ordered a barbacoa stackers plate & a small Caesar salad & it was olenty for dinner! Our server was great too! He didn't rush us & all of the orders were correct & we were able to pay on separate tabs. The food was excellent! I highly recommend any of the barbacoa entrees! Whether you have a big group or friends/family, this is a good choice to spend your dining dollars! read more

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Everything about Jack Allen's is a win. The food is always amazing. I never get the same thing twice because I want to try it all. The waitstaff is incredibly friendly, accommodating and informative. Love the restaurant's farmhouse like ambiance as well, it really puts a nice touch on their farm to fork approach. Highly recommend, always! Oh- and they take care of first responders which we greatly appreciate! read more

The fish tacos were the best I ever had! So much flavor, it was amazing. And customer service was spot on.

Hubbers' college frat mate and his wife made their move to central Texas a couple of years ago and we promised that at anytime we're nearby, we'd stop by. A promise we kept. They gave us options where to grub, but we left it up to them to choose (since they're locals and all) and that's how we ended up here. We had reservations so we were seated quickly. (It's a good thing, too, because this place was poppin'!) The decor gave off a very Southwestern feel, almost a modern rustic vibe. They had interesting offers - American and Tex-Mex sorts type of food. They had really good pickin's and it took me a minute to finally decide. SOUP OF THE DAY: Tortilla. The broth was seasoned so good! I'm not sure if it was love or crack (prolly love) put in this but it was delish. It was very hearty and gave me fuzzy feelings. Recommending. SMASHED GUACAMOLE: Highly recommended by our hosts, and I get why. The trick is putting all the characters together in one bite. The taste and the texture is amazing! The chips were fresh and crispy. Great starter! BLACKENED TROUT: Our server was really good at breaking down the sauce used for the fish. It's a sweet and savory - a little bit more on the sweet side - but the pickled onions and arugula helped tame its sweetness. Fish was moist and flaky. The rice, like the toppings, also helped tame the sweetness. Although I wasn't a fan of the sweetness part (but that's just me, sweets anything really isn't my vibe), I enjoyed it. FOOD: 4.5. SERVICE: 5. Our server was great and well informed! Friendly, service with a smile is always a plus! VALUE: 4. (Friends' treat, so generous!) PARKING: Shared with others. Busy on a mid-week dinner rush. Plan accordingly. OVERALL: 4.5. Food was great. Company was even better. Great experience overall. read more

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We loved this restaurant! Wouldn't have chosen it on our own but a friend took us - he swore by the green chile gravy on the "chicken fried anything" and it did not disappoint. Restaurant is clean and spacious and our server was very helpful and attentive. For starters we had the house made pimento cheese and crackers - quite good! Hubs had the chicken-fried pork chop with red smashers and veggies and said he could eat it every day! He even ordered an extra side of the green chile gravy. I had the tejana enchilada - delicious but quite large and I couldn't finish it. read more

Have been here on multiple occasions with my family and once with a large party. The food is always solid, and there are many options to appease most palate. Also have good drink and brunch options. Service is always good too. JAK stays in the rolodex. read more

Made reservations and was seated immediately on a busy Thursday evening. Waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu items. Food was great. read more

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This spot is solid. It's a good choice if you're looking to satisfy a variety of palates-- serving elevated home style dishes. Service has been consistently pleasant and professional, and the ambiance is always chill and laid back. I dig it. read more

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Yet another great stop on my quest for the greatest catfish from California to Texas, and the competition is tough. It's a terrible job, but somebody's got to do it. We went because we had a gift card and we're so glad we did! The service was fast and attentive, but not rushed at all. The ambience is upscale, clean, open and modern. I almost didn't want the table with wooden chairs, but they had cushions! One of my requirements at my age. The lighting was perfect for dining and visiting with family. Note: not great for photos, just trust me, it's much better than it looks! I didn't want to use a flash in this lovely restaurant. As soon as we were seated, we were presented with their complimentary creamy and flavorful pimento cheese taster/appetizer. Yum! The special was surf and turf, NY strip, creamy alfredo, poached lobster, al dente fettuccine, worth eating every delectable bite! The burger was handmade lightly packed fine grade beef perfectly prepared. Hubby, a tough customer, said it was excellent. I had a few bites and heartily agreed. The catfish! Im a stickler for crispy light cornbread coating and "clean" catfish. This was fluffier than I had ever had. I don't know HOW they did that! Egg whites? I loved it! Yes there was cornmeal but light and fluffy! Inside the catfish was so clean and tender, you could eat it without teeth! Tartar sauce was creamy and the coleslaw was super fresh, light and crispy. We also shared their soup of the day, Creamy Broccoli Parmesan, highly recommend, top quality everything, reaching our highest expectations (even "I don't like soup" Hubby!) I didn't get to taste what everyone else tried from Jack Allen's diverse menu, but they were all happy. We hope to be back someday. read more

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This place has a great happy hour! If you are dining in for dinner make sure to make a reservation. The chicken breast stuffed with crab was amazing! read more

Jack Allen's was a great experience here in Round Rock for my mom's birthday. Sal, our waiter, was very hospitable and made our experience memorable. He was patient and gave us all exceptional service. I ordered the Cilantro Pesto Chicken stuffed with crab with the cream sauce on the side. It was delicious! My only comment was that the veggies weren't seasoned but they were still good. My mom got a birthday blondie and absolutely loved it. We had such a great experience here and loved every moment. The restaurant has a family vibe with great service. The bathrooms are exceptionally clean (although the air freshener is very strong). Loved my experience here overall. read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Cilantro Pesto Grilled Chicken - Southern Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Sadly this Jack Allen's food standards aren't as good as the Cedar Park. I am not going to go into a tons of details but I can say my fav dish with chicken and blue crab has gone down hill since I 1st tried it a few years ago and every time I order it I ask why I did mainly from the Cedar Park. In this case the chicken was about as tough as it could be before calling it jerky and the biggest biggest issue was the after taste from the potato pancake side. My co part had the same dish she said she would try it this time since we forgot about happy hour and lets just say she wasn't happy, I wasn't to see if her plate had the same nasty after taste mine had and sure enough it was the potato pancake side. I told the server who told the manager and she checked with the kitchen only to tell us they had swapped out the thing they scoop it out of already and she thinks we got the bottom of the bin.. So we paid for a meal that was poorly made using the the what's left in the holding pans int he kitchen .... Nice cooks should be ashamed and maybe need to try a spoonful of the food more often to see what they are serving. I expected a tad bit higher standard from the place and I know it was early, or before 5 PM but don't serve it if it's old and clearly from most of the items we ate they have been sitting around, sample chip was like a rock, the chip and salsa, the chips was kinda hard the main meal tough and old, the only thing that saved it was the sauce, but I wonder what made my tum ache an our later... Hmmm read more

Tried this place again and it struck me as super strange that my waitress was wearing gloves to take my order, however, the person in the back making the salad was not. I had ordered a salad before I noticed that I could see the guy making the salad was not wearing any gloves and handling food with his bare hands. When it arrived at my table, the chicken was super rubbery and it was really inedible at that point. Paid over $18 for something that I didn't even eat. read more

The happy hour is great! We ordered Slow Braised Barbacoa enchilada's & Southern Crispy chicken Sandwich all very good. Also they greeted us with small on the house appetizers which is a nice touch. Very good espresso martini. We'll be back. $38 each. read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Espresso martini - Southern Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Fewer menu items and authentic mexican recipes Portions too large and pointless to bring home. Reheating would not improve quality read more

Family in town for a visit and I took them here for lunch. Our server, Luke, deserves a raise. Upon seating, he explained the history of the restaurant and their menu and culinary style without knowing a member of the party was in the restroom. Upon returning to the table with our fresh water and lemon, he seamlessly went into his initial spill with the same energy and courtesy. He remembered only one person didn't want water in their glass which was a big deal for that person. He explained EVERY dish to our party seven, and even gave a top five dishes he would recommend. Good service was truly top tier. That being said, the food was delicious!!! And we're definitely going to be repeat customers but his customer service was awesome read more

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Food was excellent. Had the eggs Benedict Barbacoa. Fried green tomato underneath it was excellent. Brought my family from the East Coast there for brunch. They loved it. Fish tacos were excellent. I also had the brunch pancakes. I would go back just for the pancakes. They were the best I've had in a very long time. Definitely a great brunch destination in round rock. read more

Everything about this place - I love! Clean eating, food selection, the service, knowledgeable staff and the ambiance! Hands down - one of my favorite places! read more

Food was good, locally sourced, wished the portion was a little bigger but the price was right. One adult and two kids was around $40. I'd go here again it was delicious read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Barbecued Benedict from their brunch menu - Southern Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

We love to come here for brunch or Friday date night. Yummy food made with locally sourced ingredients, friendly servers. Taking off one star for the bad attitude we've received from the hostess station a few times. read more

A friend and I met for dinner and was not disappointed. This visit actually changed his views positively of the food from the last time he visited. Before last night, he had no plans of going back but it's where I wanted to go. Needless to say, he says he will now go again. I also really enjoyed my crab stuffed chicken breast, potato cake ( and I'm NOT a fan of potatoes) and veggies. Everything was cooked great and came out in a very timely manner. The place was packed and had a wait of about 45 min-an hour so that says alot. Our server was very so nice! She was very knowledgeable of the menu which I appreciated so much. She actually recommended both of our meals and the BBQ shrimp appetizer and it was all very good! Be mindful that the BBQ shrimp is nowhere near BBQ lol. It's more like a New Orleans style scampi. Nothing BBQ about it but it was delicious. I will definitely keep supporting this establishment and you should definitely give it a try! read more

Jack Allen's Kitchen - Crab stuffed grilled chicken breast, potato cake and veggies - Southern Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Always enjoy it here. Everything is so fresh & flavorful. It never disappoints! The smashed guac & choc torte are particular favorites.

Great first date place! Drinks are always great, service is wonderful, and the food is very solid. One of my go to spots in RR.