I was actually impressed by Jim & Jacks. I was expecting a rundown old restaurant and this is the opposite. Very lively on a Saturday night with a decent crowd and live music. Equally impressive was their food. The pizza was delicious and I had to cut myself off before I over ate. The Buffalo chicken salad was probably one of the best I've had in a long time. I must also mention the beer. Their coolers must be operating at peak performance as the brews were the perfect refreshing temperature. I've added Jim and Jacks to my list of places to definitely return and try other menu items. Their wings are next... read more

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Nice little spot for an afternoon lunch. The place was packed with people which told us they must have a pretty great lunch during the week. I got some kind of cowboy panini which was essentially a burger with jalapeño cream cheese on Texas toast with a bacon jam to dip which was so simple yet phenomenal. We will definitely be back. Be sure to arrive early as they were packed during the middle of the week for lunch. They had many good options and were fairly priced and had friendly service. read more

Jim & Jack's on the River - Cowboy panini - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I stopped in for a late lunch on December 18th after a very, very bad day. The place was big -- bustling with Christmas gatherings -- and had a great "neighborhood bar" vibe. I sat at the bar and ordered the cod on marble rye with coleslaw. It was delicious. The cod fillet was generous and nicely breaded. It was crunchy and cooked to perfection. The coleslaw was obviously prepared in house. It was also great. I jokingly asked the lady tending bar if she was Jim or Jack, and she replied that Jim was her last name. I'm not sure if she was joking, but it made me laugh. She was very busy but attentive. I left feeling a lot better than when I went in. I really like this place, and would go back in a minute if I didn't live in Houston. It's just a mile or so down the road from the Anderson Ferry, so if you're flying or driving into Cincy from northern Kentucky, take the ferry and stop at Jim and Jack's for lunch. You won't be disappointed. Please tell Mrs. Jim I said hi. read more

The name is a bit deceptive. It's near the river but not exactly on the river. In fact, there is no outdoor seating and even if there was you wouldn't be able to see the river. Having said that, we enjoyed a tasty lunch at this local bar and grill. The service was good, the food was good and the prices are reasonable. We had their fish sandwich ($13) and their Hot Sausage sandwich ($11) and both come with one side. Portions were ample but not so big as to have left-overs. They have a full bar with a big beer selection. Part of the place is a dance floor and stage where they have live music on certain days. It's popular with the locals so it can get crowded, especially on weekends. Free parking in their lot. read more

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The bar owner is a bitch. Don't waste your time. My friend had three beers and I was her dd...zero issues and got kicked out. Wtf.

The service is amazing. I stopped by once months ago, but the kitchen was closed so I didn't get a chance to try the food. Today, I came in and my bartender remembered me and treated me very well! The ambiance is very nice and exceeded my expectations. I tried the chicken tenders and they were average, but the fries were crisp and seasoned. I would definitely come again. read more

This bar/restaurant has ample accommodation for country line dancers and live entertainment. The pizza is pretty good; they have a great deal for their largest size! This is a local favorite for families, dancers, and seniors to spend time together for special occasions, or just because. The staff is really friendly, energetic and efficient. Your needs are well taken care of at Jim & Jack's. read more

Jim & Jack's on the River - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This place was recommended by old friends, so my wife and I drove down from Columbus to meet with them at what we assumed was an old Rt 50 bar. We were very mistaken, as this is one hell of a cool place! You can eat, drink, dance a little and have fun with loads of decent people. This place was packed but parking was easy, the interior is large and I even ran into some of my old Cincy friends from the hilltop. The food was good & priced right, the band was very good and we can't wait to return very soon. read more

A nice lively location that is a good spot to catch nightly games and live music. Genuinely the best pizza I've tried to date in Cincinnati, with other good options on the menu as well, including the fish sandwich. Large portion sizes for prices as well. The servers and owner are extremely friendly, and this is a location we continue to come back to. read more

Jim & Jack's on the River - The Meat Lovers Pizza - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great Service, great food! Jim is a delight, I'll definitely be back! Drew's may have a nice view but this place is just better overall.

Had a great group outing for dinner and dancing with the band Deuces Wild Burgers and wings were excellent. Service was quick and with a smile and our drunks were never empty. This is a classy traditional country dance venue and hospitality is number one for them. It's always a party at J&J. See ya there!! read more

Jim & Jack's on the River - Hit the dance floor! - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Christmas Eve brunch with my family this year was such an amazing time!! We had beyond exceptional service from a few different servers and ordered multiple appetizers. The service and variety of food made our Christmas extra special, especially after not seeing each other in awhile. Highly recommend their pizzas, pretzels, loaded tots, fried pickles, pretty much everything was super tasty. Thank all of you who worked on Christmas Eve to make my family's year end so special. The only other time I came here was my grandmas 70th birthday and great environment for any occasion. Very family oriented and conscientious to ensure everyone is satisfied with their experience. Will definitely be back! read more

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Not what it used to be unfortunately. Money wise . They used to have the Codfather guess that's a no go for now . Don't know when or if I'll be back :( Thanks Joe Biden . 5 stars for food 1 star for value buy that sandwich for 14 bucks to have the lady charge extra for a extra tarter sauce lol ok goodbye . read more

Jim & Jack's on the River - This is not a 14 dollar piece of fish imo ... what happened to the Codfather ? That was less expensive than this ? .... Joe Biden I reckon . - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

GREAT pizza (SW egg rolls too!!), the staff is the friendliest, and one of the only places in Cincinnati that serves Busch Light (husband's requirement). Huge venue, easy to stay socially distant right now. The owner is one of those guys that treats you like family the moment you walk in; a real gem of Cinci!! read more

Jim & Jack's on the River - Meat lover's pizza, Busch Latte - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Decent selection on the menu. I had the Texas burger on Texas toast with sautéed onions and mushrooms. Moderately priced. Very tasty but the burger was a bit tough. Service was okay but there was a very small crowd on a Wednesday afternoon. Curious to try their Philly steak and Swiss cheese sandwich. read more

I can't believe there aren't more reviews of this place. Then Again, probably not needed. Entire place looks like regulars; I'm guessing I'm one of 3-4 people in attendance who have never been here before. right off the bat, the place is way bigger than you would expect from looking on the outside. It's quite the tardis. Lots of long tables, four tops, an entire area that was rented out for a birthday. The bar itself is huge. It's a long bar with plenty of seating The waitresses are incredible. Very personable, absolute small town charm. In a somewhat sterile impersonal world, they are charmers without ever trying or meaning to be. I was sort of hankering for pork sandwich, but I walked around the place and absolutely no one was eating one on a Friday night. An even smattering of burgers and pizza, some nachos. The nachos appeared disappointing. Named collosoll, butthey absolutely are not. The inside is absolutely immaculate. There's some sort of giant wood floor or actually I'm sure it's fake but it looks very nice. Some little neon signs and guitars on the wall that kind of thing but nothing excessive. Not cheesy. Band practically overwhelms conversation, but it IS Friday night. It's not excessively loud. People were line dancing during sound-check. And 30 seconds into the first song. Band is good. Songs are Like.....country. You know, the kind that sounds like an bar band song with fiddle. Better yet...sounds that sounds like a lightly souper up versions of John Cougar Mellencamp, Bad Company, or Linda Rhondstat on her 70's heyday, with some fiddle. propulsive. Applause after the first song. There is plenty of space between tables -- amazing. NO one is crowded. It's great. Is really the most stress-free physical layout for any bar, ever. At another Patrons suggestion, I got the Porky pineapple. Pork sausage, pineapple, a little bit of red onion. It looked really good. pictures can be deceiving. The photos I see on yelp make the pizza sort of a pure deep dish, but it is not. The pizza is fine. Actually... Scratch that. Just ok. Sauce is a little sweet,, but i think they added BBQ sauce to it. but otherwise plain and not distinctive The crust is BLAND. I don't get it. I think the overall motto of this kitchen seems to be...don't offend anyone, ever. This is the only pizza I've ever added salt to. Does not taste like theyve ever seen a garlic Clove in the kitchen. The coleslaw is, in the words of the song Amish Paradise...very plain. Get some Italian dressing on the side to add to it or you'll be throwing it out. The only and I mean only reason to purchase the slaw is because we all need veggies. We do. Be healthy...get the slaw. Eat 5 bites, as I did. Come to think of it...same solution for the pizza: get a side of ranch dressing for a little light dipping. Problem solved. Tried that...now I even like the crust. weird. wel...makes sense now. That said, If you're in the area, you won't be disappointed. EVERYTHING is good, (, literally, not great, just completely clean, professional, friendly and....good. Like a country song. . read more

Just stopped in here during a layover in Cincinnati. Looked to be a bunch of locals having a great time taking line dance lessons. Food and service were good! read more

We had a great dinner last night. This restaurant seems a little off the beaten path and does not look like much from the outside; however, it is very spacious and had great good. There is cool decor around the restaurant including, jersey's, old photos, and signs on the walls. There was a nice bar with about 18 beers on tap as well as a nice selection of liquor. They have live music on some night and on others a DJ. We were a little early and didn't hear the DJ last night. Outside there were tables set up as well and some Cornhole boards too. We were greeted by a friendly host who seated us promptly. We were then waited on by friendly staff. We ordered the Bavarian pretzel bites which came with queso as well as the loaded tater tots. The tots came with queso cheese, crumbled bacon, green onions, and jalapenos. The appetizers did not take long to come to our table The pretzels tasted amazing and the queso had a little zing to it. The tots were to die for. I would highly recommend. They were crispy and had some bite to them thanks to the queso and jalapenos. I had the Italian meat lovers pizza which had Capicola ham, Genoa salami, Italian sausage, and pepperoni. The pizza was superb. It had a nice crunch to it and was not too doughy. My son had the cheese pizza and enjoyed it. My wife had the country club wrap and a side salad. The salad was fresh. She enjoyed the wrap as well. Overall a great place to eat, drink, and listen to music. read more

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Jim and Jack's is so much fun and Karen the bartenders always entertaining. Food is delicious. Drinks are cold. It's a great place to hang out. read more

Ah Jim & Jacks on the river, A westside staple! Conveniently located roughly ten minutes from downtown Cincinnati. With its small town hospitality and family owned friendly service it seems like it would be located a lot farther away, fortunately for us it is not. Jim & Jacks offers everything that bars were built on and unfortunately are rare to find anymore. Lucky for you and I they have it. The location is convenient but not congested with multiple other establishments making parking a dream come true. The owner is very hands on and is never to busy to ask how things are going. The food and drink selection is rather wide and all of it is worth a try. The live entertainment is what they use to draw in the crowd and rightfully so. It is quite spectacular, they constantly provide the best live entertainment for there audience and do it often enough for you not to be able to forget about. They seem to aim more towards the country crowd which I am not particularly fond of but to each its own. However, if you like to dance look no more because Jim & Jacks puts its money where its mouth is in the dancing realm. The food menu has changed a few times in the last couple of years. Which is great that they are changing it up to keep people returning. I would have to say that my favorite part of it is when the owner is available to make breakfast, he makes a mean western omelette, the bloody Mary's are standard but solid. I've never had anything off of the dinner menu I didn't enjoy. From what I have been told he has a long time friend help him with the dinner menu who is a genius in the kitchen. The CODfather is the staple sandwich and needs no explanation due to the name. I have heard a lot of people say that this is an "old timers" bar and I would disagree and go on to say that this is an establishment with class and respect to not allow people that are going to tarnish its good name inhabit it. The crowd is as good as it gets, the regulars are as friendly as it comes and you just can't beat the loyalty. As far as the decor and drink selection goes they are both pretty up to date inside has been recently renovated and looks amazing, the dance floor is brand new. The previous one had some mileage on it so they had to bring in a new one. The only complaint I have is that they do not offer any leisure sports. I think they could really capitalize off of a large Jenga set on the patio or cornhole on the inside when they have no band playing or even a special area out back. They are doing a decent job in the craft beer world, a few solid local breweries and all of the basic known imports. The liquor selection is something special, they have damn near everything you could want out of a bar plus some. Overall Jim & Jacks is a great place to relax and become a regular. The service, prices and products are all worth the drive if you aren't a westsider and as far as westsiders not familiar with them it's a place to make friends and memories. What more could you ask for? read more

Jim & Jack's on the River - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

My husband and I visited Jim and Jack's for the first time last night. We stopped in for dinner and also to check out their party room. My husband ordered the codfather and he said it was good. I ordered the Italian sausage and it was delicious! I needed to eat it with a knife and fork but it was one of the best I have had anywhere in town. The party room is very nice. The servers and hostess were friendly. On a Sunday night this place attracts an older crowd. Most came in for the live band. We did not stay for the music so read more

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Stopped in for dinner before the rowdy weekend crowd straggled in. Service was friendly. This is a bar. They have food. Do not expect miracles. We ordered the suggested loaded tater tots, then some chicken wings and egg rolls. In elementary school I loved when the cafeteria served tater tots. There isn't much you can do to tater tots to make me turn up my nose at them. This place tops them with green onions, bacon, queso and jalapenos. I'm not a big fan of the jalapenos, but the tots were good. I dipped them in sour cream. The chicken wings weren't great but weren't the worst I've had either. Egg rolls were a mistake. They were overcooked and served with some sauce...hollandaise maybe? This is food you eat when you are intoxicated. Even then-don't get the egg rolls! That being said, this is mostly a bar. The drinks were good and strong. Dr McGillicuddy's is a common ingredient in the cocktails. Tiki Torch is delicious. Beware-no price listed for mason jar drinks on menu and those go down way too easy! read more

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Second time here for unforgettable taste of their crispy fries ＆ meat. (The picture is from the first visit.) read more

Jim & Jack's on the River - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Love, love, love this quaint place on the river. I have dined here watching "Elvis" and the "Bronson Arroyo Band. The shows were outstanding. My reserved table was perfect. The food is delicious. Reasonably priced. I recommend the COD. Melt on your mouth good. Service is pure excellence. Even on busy nights. This place is a gem. read more

We went for the Curly & the Q balls Xmas show. The atmosphere was festive and fun. I ordered a hamburger and fries. The hamburger was delicious, however, the fries were not. I cannot remember the last time I saw french fries that were white. They were not hot, so I could not tell how long they were in the fryer if at all. I know they were packed and filling a lot of food orders. Looking at other people's food the tater tots and onion rings, looked like a better option. Next Time I'll have to try those. read more

Great food real friendly service very nice people would recommend anybody . Good weekend bands music is fantastic read more

Jim & Jack's on the River - Good craft beer selection as well as liquor. - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I heard this place had the best fish so I decided to try it on a Wednesday night when they have line dancing. I had no idea all things ceased to operate as normal in the kitchen. We sat down to order and watched the line dancers. Not all the music is country and it costs$5 to join in wether you know how or not. Believe me, you aren't walking up on that dance floor without putting in your$5, they're watching ya. The waitress said they normally don't have servers during the dancing. The people seemed to have bright their own food with them. I didn't really care for the fish and fries. My daughter got the double decker sandwich and my husband had a burger. The food wasn't very good, it didn't even look pretty. The price and the temperature was bad. I won't go back. read more

Years ago, I went to Jim & Jack's on River, with friends. Had a excellent time. The entertainment was extraordinary well done. I wanted to return the following weekend; but everyone was busy. If I may, there was a bar on the corner of West Eighth Street and Overlook Avenue, called the Blue Note. I only went there once. Again, I wanted to return; but I couldn't. I heard it closed, for some strange reason. I, for one, would like to see the BLUE NOTE return. The menus were singing, excellently. If someone, with deep pockets, could bring THE BLUE NOTE back, I'm sure, it would be a HIT once again.Blue Stone Ivory I also remember 2 local theaters: one was the Covedale Theater and the other one was the Danberry Theater. If I had the money, I would bring both of them back. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, going to those two theaters to watch movies. Oh! If I could only bring back my youth. read more

Sunday late afternoon. Recommend you dine on Sunday before 6pm. They have live music starting at 7pm. When we pulled up only 2 cars out back. When we left there was a line waiting to get in. We had the cod fish sandwiches. They came with fries & coleslaw. Food was very good and reasonably priced. Lady's Working were very pleasant. We will return and bring friends. read more

Came down for a quick bite. Loving the new Jimmy The Greek pizza & wings! Their new garlic parm sauce is AMAZING! read more

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Let me begin with this, I have a lot of bar experience as a musician and employee both behind the bar and cooking. I have yet to visit here for a weekend evening for the country music which I hear is stellar but my first visit today for lunch was exemplary! When you first walk in you'll notice not just the size which it is a large space, but the cleanliness is unlike any I've ever seen in a local bar and rivals that of any of the more upscale restaurants in the area. The pride of ownership in the way this place looks really makes you take note and yet it still keeps a grounded feel of a killer local bar where you would wanna hang with old friends and make new ones. For my lunch I started with 8 buffalo wings hot which is always a good barometer for what to expect from the rest of the food any place may serve and they didn't disappoint. The wings we're not breaded which I personally prefer, good size, and crispy with an awesome heat to the sauce. Hot enough to enjoy if you like spice but not that stupid (bet you can't eat these) level you get at some places. Followed it up with the cowboy burger which is a blend of ribeye and sirloin and just absolutely outstanding with crinkle cut fries that were great. Lastly meeting the owner Mr Jim and his daughter Karen who run the place is definitely enough to make me come back time and again. Everyone I saw walk in was welcomed by the owner (who has his own brand of wit and welcome) that most certainly made everyone feel welcome and appreciated. Good cold draft selection as well as bottles, amazing food, grade A cleanliness and owners who truly appreciate your business is enough to make anyone want to come back here. Give it a try and see for yourself you won't be sorry!!! read more

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Amazing food, drinks and service! Best family bar in town!! Will always recommend this place to anyone!

Very cool hang out place. Food is excellent. I enjoyed soending my time here. Will come back for the live music!

Fun place down on the river on river road. Drink prices are good and the atmosphere is laid back. Good place to go see a band because they have a big dance floor along with a stage and decent acoustics. The night we went there was a country act that split time with a different singer who did a few classic rock songs which is more my style. The place was pretty busy but it was still easy to get a drink and the staff was friendly. I can't comment on the food because I didn't have any but I'm sure I'll be back and might give the food a try. read more

I saw a great Vegas Show Band called Hot Wax there tonight...which was the reason that I went across town to this place to begin with. The food was semi-edible...and over-priced. The service was bad and they were pretty rude. When I asked for water to drink for my pregnant wife I was told that they aren't allowed to give away tap water, but if I wanted to buy a bottle of water for $2.50/bottle they could do that; my bottle of beer cost less than they were charging for bottled water. I have NEVER been anywhere that wouldn't give you tap water to drink for free in my entire life....in the US or any other country. There is no way that I will be going back there for a second chance. read more

Great food great service friendly waitress and staff.Good variety of food at good price will be back for sure

This is my favorite local spot. The beer is always cold and during dinner the food is always great. Staff and everyone you meet there are just wonderful and super friendly you're bound to make friends when you walk in. The music is great and there are live bands on the weekends and the dance floor is always full. My boyfriend and our families always stop in and are always welcomed with smiling faces. Stop in and see them you won't be disappointed at all! read more

This was by far the worst experience I have EVER had at ANY restaurant I've ever been to. We walked in with a group of 16 people. The waitress Tara M. did great on our drinks. Then she came back to take our order. So we all order and fast forward an hour and the food comes out...well 1 person at a time...half the table never even got served and we cancelled our orders due to us being there for over an hour. We said something to the server and it's "it's cooking right now"...okay well half the table has ate, finished, and are ready to go. So we say something to the manager, his response "we weren't expecting a table of 16 to come in". I get it. 16 is a large table...but the fact that SEVERAL tables ordered after us got their food and have left by the time we STILL haven't received our food is an issue. So half of our group ate, and the other half had to cancel our order. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. read more

Jim & Jack's is an old people place - the food is pretty mediocre but they have music and entertainment on a regular basis. If your grandparents are in town - they'll love it. Or if you want a fun night out where you can laugh - you'll love it. We saw an Elvis impersonator last night...w00t! read more

Oh Gosh, this place is great! Drive here in your '57 Chevy, or your '07 minivan. Dance and drink with the R&R greats. Swing on Tuesdays. It's old but fun! BTW: Tip, tip, tip, those waitresses are going to need it soon. I love this place. You will too. read more