If you're looking for a traditional American fare breakfast spot, this place might honestly just be for you! It's one of Cambrian's finest places, and let's just say: you're in for a treat at this establishment. Here's how my experience went: We went in approximately half an hour after they opened their doors for the day. There were still lots of empty spaces open, so we opted for the side of the restaurant as we were comfortable there. I got the Denver style omelette with hash browns, and even ordered some of their orange juice. The orange juice, I could tell, was freshly squeezed with heart. The Denver omelette was cooked well, with all the ingreidents inside cooked well to one's satisfaction. Service was courteous, fairly quick, and they definitely gave us time to look through the menu and order our preferences. read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

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I would say a little over three stars. They have a decent menu with what screams American diner food. It does look like they serve breakfast all day, which is good. I ordered the crab melt because I was curious, and it wasn't bad, but just kind of like a crab cake that didn't have much crab in it on a sandwich. It had avocado and cheese, was tasty, but I didn't taste much of the crab. I did like how you could get soup, salad, or fries as the side, and the side salad was really nice. Service was a little random, waitress walked by our empty water glasses a few times before I asked for more water. Also, one of the busboys was dropping stuff on the floor. Maybe this was meant to be a slapstick thing? Just seemed a little sloppy/disorganized. Interior is nice. Lots of parking nearby. I think if I was in the mood for breakfast for dinner, this is a higher quality option than IHOP. read more

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This is our Hoya breakfast spot in Sundays after coming from Church On The Hill. The location is convenient, the wait time has significantly decreased now that you can put your name on the list through Yelp! The service and staff are amazing, friendly and hardworking and the food is excellent. I've only had breakfast and lunch but look forward to coming here for dinner as well. It's a great place to eat with family and friends and they have indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - Breakfast French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

1st visit to this location. I ordered green chilaquiles with steak and Irish coffee. The chips were nice and crispy (how I like it!) and a bit of spice! The steak was a bit overdone but still tasty. The Irish coffee was strong and flavorful. Service was great- would recommend and return! read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - Chilaquiles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

My friend and I had a lovely lunch here. He chose the place and is a regular, but it was my first time here. The restaurant is located in a large, newish strip mall in the Cambrian Park area. The menu is either the same or very much like the Mission City Grill in Santa Clara, so it seems they might be a small chain; I believe they serve breakfast all day. I had the crab melt, which was excellent; it comes with a choice of salad, soup, or French fries. I chose the salad, and it was very good. They don't have honey mustard dressing here, so I had the Thousand Island. My friend had the banana pancakes and a side of bacon. The portion of pancakes was huge, with plenty of sliced bananas and whipped cream. Somehow, he managed to eat most of it. The service was excellent. Chances are good that I will be back. :) read more

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Overall 3.5 stars. Here's a quick rundown of this standard American fare: Food (2.5 stars) - Beef eggs Benedict was an off menu item. I should've stuck with the salmon which was my original intent. The beef was thinly sliced and lightly seasoned. It didn't really work together for this breakfast meal I'm having at lunch. Loved the hash browns though. It has a nice crispy layer. - Bone in ribeye comes with salad, mashed potatoes, and side of steamed veggies. The steak is cooked to order with excellent grill marks but you have to add your own salt as it came unseasoned. It was also cut a little thin for my liking. My friend raved so much about this ribeye that I had too high expectations. I'm sorry but I'd rather go to LB steakhouse for ribeye. Service (4.5 stars) + I forget her name, but the waitress helping us has a great smile, and attitude. She kept asking if all is well and shared juicy restaurant gossip. + Food came out in a reasonable time. I was able to have my lunch within the hour. Ambiance (4.5 stars) + It's a decent diner with elegant light fixtures and slightly updated furnishings. There's a bar with sports on the tv, booth style seating and a typical diner counter. I will come back for their breakfast style food. Next time I'd stick with the menu. And I'll stick with traditional steakhouses for steak dinners. read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - RIB EYE BONE IN $55 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

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Good American brunch spot! Cozy but very popular and busy. The food is solid and they have an extensive menu. The hashbrowns are super crispy which was a plus. read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

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Very good, fast and friendly services by staff. Families and friends sharing space in a warm and inviting atmosphere. The food tastes delicious and in a good portion. I love the dessert which is plenty to share. read more

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Had brunch at this location and I was impressed by our server who was delightful. It was very crowded but they took our names and we were seated in ten minutes. I have to say it again: Our Server was amazing! I had the Joes special and it was cooked to perfection! My wife had the eggs Benedict and she was pleased! Little noisy but not so intrusive that you are not able to have conversation! I really enjoyed the food and we will be back! read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - Loved the Joes scramble! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

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Saw this place after working out nearby and had to try out after craving breakfast/brunch. Upon entering was greeted immediately by the host and was seated right away. They have a counter if you don't want a booth and also a bar as well. Orders steak & eggs with hash brown and a pancake with a side of fruit. The steak was juicy but was lacking seasoning. The has brown was very crispy and not greasy at all. Eggs were cooked to perfection and the pancakes were decent. The fruit was fresh and juicy. Overall a solid place for breakfast if you're in the south side of San Jose. Will come back and try their lunch menu. read more

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The food is good the atmosphere and ambiance is very relaxing. The service was fast and the employees were very polite and friendly.

Jack Holder's is just a couple miles from where I live, so I decided to have my lunch delivered from there. Ordered a BLT with garlic fries, chocolate shake, and apple bread pudding. BLT: Was supposed to include avocado, but didn't. Garlic fries: They were ok, but there was no ketchup. Luckily I had some at home. Chocolate shake: Tasted like vanilla. There was no straw. Apple bread pudding: Was supposed to include vanilla soft serve, but didn't. This was an expensive lunch and I ended up throwing half of it away because it just didn't taste good. read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - GARLIC FRIES - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

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The Korean shore ribs were delicious, however the cooks can't seem to cook the vegetables through, they are always too hard to be eaten, even if we ask that they be overcooked, so they are soft! Big disappointment read more

Still my favorite place for pancakes! I literally could come here every morning for pancakes.

The best, most fluffiest, and tastiest pancakes are served at Jack Holders! My hubby's hack is to ask for the pancakes to be brought to the table last. They really are best consumed right away. Pancakes everywhere else pale in comparison. For a slightly lighter option, try their Swedish pancakes. This place is a wonderful, once in a whole treat when mom/dad just aren't in the mood to make breakfast! read more

SENSATIONAL!!!! CHEFS ALFREDO AND CELIA.....best seabass I've ever had! Been coming here for many years (10yrs) ...review is long overdue.....the staff has been super all these years....Miguel and Maria have always been extra friendly and always smiles. Love this place read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - Seabass - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

We had lunch here over the weekend here and i couldn't believe how packed the place was. Our name was put on the list and we were seated within 5 minutes, which was quick. We were seated in a nice clean booth. We both ordered the grilled rosemary chicken sandwich. I chose the soup for my side and my husband got the salad. Our food arrived quickly with our sides arriving first. My soup was the fideo chicken and it was delicious. The salad my hubby ordered looked really good and it was big. Our sandwiches arrived shortly after that and we both thought they were excellent. The grilled chicken was moist and juicy and full of flavor. Our service was also excellent. We will definitely be returning. read more

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Tried Jack's Holders last year and it didn't leave a good impression, so I revisited again yesterday to give it another shot . The calamari was unfortunately rubbery and not very enjoyable. On the upside, the garlic fries came in a huge portion--definitely shareable. I really liked the tempura green beans--crispy and well-seasoned. The chicken wings were also a win: nice and crispy with good flavor. The Swedish crepe was pretty good--light and satisfying. As for the salad, I'm not sure it was worth the price for what you get. Overall, some hits and some misses. Better than last time, but still room for improvement. read more

My family's go-to breakfast restaurant is @jackholdersrandb. They serve both breakfast and lunch and always hit the spot for us. Everything on the menu is delicious and you can't go wrong with choosing any one meal on the menu! The service is great and treat everyone like family! -@bellieeats read more

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We came here to watch some college football and loved the big screen--it's mounted at a comfortable height, unlike many other sports bars. We haven't been here since they first opened years ago, and everything has improved since then. The food exceeded expectations, even better than a lot of breakfast spots. I'm not a breakfast person and appreciate the uniqueness and effort in making the dishes stand out. They offer lattes, cappuccinos, plus some great cocktails and craft beers. Service was on point--fast and efficient. The bartenders were friendly, hardworking, and really cool. For us, the quality of service and friendliness makes the experience, and this place nailed it. We dine at very high-end restaurants on a weekly basis, and love balancing the experience with warm hospitality at a place that cares about the local community. It's easy to see why they have so many regulars--it really feels like a home away from home. This will definitely be our go-to spot for games. There was no wait early in the morning but there was a long line of big parties when we left around 11am. The ambiance is nice and clean, and parking is easy in the large plaza. read more

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I love the pancakes here and wish there was a Jack Holder's in Chicago. The service and ambiance are always great. read more

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Really good food and great service at this place today. Our server Tim was attentive, friendly, and so easy-going and helpful. The guy's a pro! The place was packed on a Sunday, but the entire staff handled it expertly. We'll definitely be back! read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - California Benedict. The ham is really good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

Jack holders has excellent food. Good sandwiches, burgers, etc. Really good calamari and many other things. Breakfasts are good, but I have to give them four stars instead of five. Their hashbrowns are not good . I don't know if they're freeze dried, frozen, or what but other local restaurants are much better at making hash browns. read more

Jack Holder's is our neighborhood favorite and has been a go-to spot for our family for years. Whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner, we can always count on good food at a reasonable price with consistently great service. It's a reliable place where we know we'll leave satisfied every time. The menu offers a variety of comfort food options that are fresh, flavorful, and hearty. Their breakfast is especially popular with us, but no matter what time of day, there's always something delicious to enjoy. They also have a very nice bar area, where you can grab a meal or just relax with a drink. It reminds me of a classic sort of place that you would see in the movies and make you hungry just seeing. If you're looking for a local spot with great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere, Jack Holder's is the place to go. It's a true neighborhood gem! read more

Great brunch spot with a real grill, stinks, and TVs everywhere that make this the place for football games on Sunday morning

OMG THE CLAM CHOWDER!!! Fresh, thick, full of tender clams, hint of garlic... PERFECT!!! Tim is a great server, too. These delightful dishes keep us coming back! read more

This is not my first time dining here, but it will be my last. I ordered the Crispy Chicken Sandwich ($18) with garlic fries and it was 2 stars at best. The chicken was dry and flavorless. I ended up dousing it in Tabasco, ranch, A1, and ketchup to get variety between bites. The ciabatta roll tasted stale and they could've at least toasted it to mask the staleness.. The fries were extremely greasy and overcooked. They were brown vs. the nice golden yellow. Service is extremely slow/non-existent. The manager (?) on shift (gentleman wearing a colored polo vs the all-black attire) was extremely lax in front of patrons and I can see why the other workers are all chit chatting amongst themselves and not doing their jobs. It took forever for the food to come and it also took forever for us to get the bill. Not once did anyone come around to refill our water cups. Plenty of parking as it's located in a strip mall. read more

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The first time I came was 9 months ago. I notice that since then I have not stop coming, any time I can I come , especially in the mornings. Let me tell you that this place has always been very comfortable to me since I started eating here. I have been here with my family and my work team. The reason is because every single worker here, all of them are so nice and kind to everyone. I notice regular faces here more all the time and I can see why. Food is good, fresh, delicious and is worth the price. Customer Service is amazing and the manager must be so happy with his team. We always see Edgar, Beto, Steven and the manager Miguel. They are always very helpful and not only them but everyone, I need to learn their names lol. Every Person That I Have brought here just keeps coming back. This tells you a lot. I want to congratulate the owner for choosing such a good team. I will keep recommending Jack Holders to everyone. Trust me, if you dont know what to choose from menu, they will give you ideas that sound delicious. I am greatful for this restaurant. read more

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I was a bit let down by my experience here on a Sunday morning. It had all the hustling and bustling of a busy brunch spot so I thought this place must be good for so many people to come in and out. As a solo diner sitting at the bar, I realize sometimes service can be a bit different than table service. I sat at the bar for 10 minutes or more waiting for service, luckily football was on so I was able to watch something to pass the time. I thought about leaving but I felt like I needed to stick it out based on the reputation and recommendation that was given to me. The runners/expos during that time passed looks of judgement and would often stare at me while I was waiting for service. Never once asked if I had been helped or wanted a glass of water. Once I was finally waited in I know exactly what I wanted so there was no give me a minute to look at the menu. I went with the breakfast burrito and an Arnold Palmer to drink. The breakfast burrito was okay. The flavor of the chorizo was lacking and the way it was assembled, biting into it was like biting into mush. The hashbrowns were dry and overcooked. At the end my waitress did apologize for the wait and service and comped my drink. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing, maybe it was an off day? But the expectations I had for this place fell short. Based on all of the other brunch spots in the nearby surrounding area, I'm not sure I would return. read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - Arnold Palmer - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

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I came for lunch on the last day of the year, so my review might not be applicable to their usual business. The store was packed but we were lucky to get a table. The booth table was kinda cramped for three people, but we managed to fit ourselves in. We ordered Egg benedict, Meat Lovers, and Fried Calamari. Portion was huge, but besides that, I didn't like the food. Fried Calamari was so dried, chewy and doesn't taste fresh. It was also tasteless, no seasoning at all. Egg benedict was just ok, not creamy enough to my opinion. Hashbrown was dried and burned. I got a taste of the Meat Lovers that my friend ordered and didn't like it either. Service was decent on a busy day. Water was refilled when needed. read more

Do not order take out from here. We've tried twice; they get the order wrong and then won't deliver the missing items.

My husband and I are regulars at Jack Holders, at least once a week. We've never been disappointed in any aspect of the restaurant. The service is always excellent, even when they are swamped. read more

With there at lunchtime, but had a craving for breakfast. Have the chicken fried steak and eggs accompanied with pancakes. Generous amounts of food and friendly service. I would probably agree with others that the interior can be a bit loud, however, they have ample patio seating with large tables for groups as well. read more

Jack Holder's Restaurant & Bar - Chicken fried steak eggs over easy and pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Jose, California

We went here for breakfast on a Sunday and were seated right away. Unfortunately, the food quality was just okay. They don't offer herb potatoes--only hash browns. The coffee was lukewarm, and even after mentioning it to the waiter twice, we were completely ignored. We won't be coming back. read more

Everything is great ambiance service and food my family and I always enjoy going there specially on Sundays

Service was not great, hopefully we went on an off night. There were four of us and we received utensils for just two people. When my wife asked for extra utensils and napkins for the other two of us the server rolled their eyes and walked away. read more

Service is always great as is the food. The staff is very friendly and attentive. We've never had a bad experience.

We had a party of 8 and were seated right away in the patio! I liked how there were multiple heaters available outside since the weather was pretty cold. There was a special event going on called the Special Olympics where SJPD was serving us customers and raising money for special needs kids and adults! Our server was nice and great with service. I got the meat lovers scramble and it was my first time trying. read more

I have been here about 3 or 4 times, but have frequented the Country Inn, which is owned by the same family (same menu) many many times, as well as their family's earlier restaurants, such as Uncle John's Pancakes House, when I was growing up. I enjoy their breakfast menu, and have always loved their Swedish pancakes, but usually order an omelet, which is huge, and comes with hash browns and toast or pancakes, so I then get the Swedish pancakes as the complementary side dish. I usually take a good portion of the omelet home, and have a 2nd breakfast out of it the next day. When I have come to this location, it usually takes quite a while for someone to notice me standing at the desk waiting to be seated. Waiters will be clearing tables nearby, but I am left waiting. The tables feel a bit more compressed inside and noisy than the other locations. But, it has homestyle, comfort food, and has some of the better breakfasts in town. They have lunch/dinner food, and a bar, as well. I would give the service about 3 stars max, from the times I have been. But, because I am very familiar with their history of restaurants, and have enjoyed their food, I would still give it a chance. Usually with diner food, you don't want to drive far. If this restaurant is near you, I'd recommend trying it out! read more

Jack Holders is just as it is described. The food was delicious and their menu has many items to choose from. Our server was friendly and helpful with what to order as this was our first visit. It has an elevated diner feel with a nice atmosphere. read more