This is my go-to place for a quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner. When you need a sit-down, Jim's serves just what you want for the right price. read more

Jims is where you go to see two cement finishers eat chicken fried steak with Diet Cokes drawing a diagram of the proper way to pour a curved driveway on the side of a hill on a napkin, one grabbing the paper and pencil from the other excitedly to put in something the other forgot, as they try to explain the process to a new member of the crew. Jim's is where you go to get thick, crispy bacon with your eggs. And probably pancakes, although I've never tried their pancakes. Jim's is where you go to have a waitress with 25 years of seniority carry a coffee pot, 6 cups, and silverware to your large table and still place everything perfectly. Jim's is where you go to eat in perfect safety late at night because there is always a city, county or state patrol car parked outside while the owners take a meal break. Jim's is where you go for the best pan sausage. Ever. Jim's is where you go to listen to the couple across the booth divider discuss how the his 'n hers nipple ring installation hurt much worse than they thought it would. And he should have told her that. Jim's is where you go for huge fluffy omelets that come with crispy hash browns. Jim's is where you go to get real Pioneer Biscuits and gravy. Not greasy meat filled gravy. Light fluffy pepper gravy that rests gossamer like on the equally light and fluffy and piping hot biscuits. Jim's is where you go to chat with the grizzled old men (never accompanied by any women) who meet there on a Friday morning very early to have breakfast and discuss what they're going to do with their day. I rarely make it there early enough but those rare occasions when I do are worth it. I think fondly of the day I become fully vested with age and can speak at these meetings, but just listening to gems like this gets me through. 'Oh, I suppose I'll just screw up the gardening and then mess up the living room before I get the wrong thing for lunch and then leave all the damn closet doors open . The usual.' Jim's is where you go when you've been out with friends and the evening is over and you're just hungry enough to want something but not a lot and you suddenly remember Jim's is open 24 hours and has great biscuits and gravy. Jim's is where you go to see a well used pan head, a Winnebago, and a Jaguar all parked literally next to each other. Jim's is where you go for serious Huevos Rancheros. Although every once in a while the picante can be a bit watery. Jim's is not where you go when you just finished working out at Planet Fitness even though you are really really hungry and it's only a hundred steps away and those steps could be considered a continuation of the workout thus entitling you to some biscuits and gravy and maybe a side of sausage patties. But oh how I wish it were. read more

I walked in and everyone stopped doing what they were doing and just stared at me. I looked at myself, and then turned to the girl (she was white) I was with. Nothing seemed wrong with what I was wearing. Yeah we had just got done playing a grueling game of squash, but shorts, t-shirt and running shoes are quite appropriate for gym. I think it was because an Indian hadn't walked into that place in years. Well we ate the fruit bowl, drank the juice, and coffee. We were happy. We left. I felt it was a tad expensive, but that's fine. read more

Jim's isn't pretentious. It's consistent. I haven't been to this Jim's in at least fifteen years, but it's the same as I remember it. Another diner chain, but with a Texas twist. What makes Jim's a 4 star option is the service. A good friend and I met here immediately after coming off of an overnight shift. Our hostess recognized that and made sure to sit us in a back corner where our uniforms wouldn't attract attention. The caffeine (coffee for her, tea for me) kept coming. Added bonus -- I ordered the chicken fried steak breakfast without eggs, which was no problem. The pleasant surprise was that they took a little off the price in recognition of it. In short, if you want a no-hassle breakfast, Jim's is the way to do it. read more

Usually don't write reviews. When I read something this "Hippy Chic" Robin it reminded me of the South Park episode of Yelpers rating restaurants. It was hilarious. Jim's is an icon which originated in San Antonio that is nothing... nothing like Denny's or I Hop. Any critic can tell by the ingredients/cooking style used to prepare the food. Jim's is a home style diner with a limited number of locations in Texas with roots/home office out of San Antonio, TX. I Hop & Denny's are corporate machines grinding out thousands of locations. Only God knows where they don't exist. Their food almost taste prepackaged because of the lack of scratch cooking. This Robin Hippy Chic needs to stay in her Mother Earth lane and out of the restaurant review lane. Sorry for the rant but I felt compelled. read more

Old ladies, truckers, policemen, restless teens, cowboy boots and hats = Jim's. I love it. If Jim's and IHOP, Denny's and the "hipster" Kerbey Lane and Magnolia Cafe were all involved in a brawl, there would be four body bags and Old Man Jim would not be in any of them. The Frontier Burger almost makes me give up being a borderline vegan. And the fries are crisp, mealy, and hot. If you have any special requests, such as replacing a side item with another, or wanting extra onions or mushrooms, go for it. The staff is more than accommodating. That said, Jim's looks like something you'd see in Roseanne's 1980s Lanford, Illinois. Shades of browns, worn but comfortable and clean seating, and some definitely good food. read more

We went to Jim's the other night with the kiddos, seeing as how they eat free from Monday-Wednesday. I loved Jim's when I was a kid. Their burgers and thin onion rings were just to die for. Sadly, I've been thinking for the last few years that they've gone off their game; the rings have been either burned or undercooked, the cheese soup has had too much filler, that sort of thing. Not this week. This week, Jim's was beautiful. They were a bright shining star in Diner-land. The Canadian cheese soup was tart and flavorful. The club sandwich was perfect, with lots of mayonnaise and really tasty tomatoes (that's one thing this salmonella outbreak has done - made restaurants quit serving the mealy bland red orbs that they normally do). The onion rings were perfectly sliced and cooked; a sprinkle of salt and a dunk into some ketchup and that's ring nirvana, right there. About the worst complaint I could come up with was: The hot fudge in the sundae was merely warm. Well, and the ice cream was a little elderly. When the kids say, "Mommy, can we come back here again?" it's a sign of a hit. read more

I LOVE hashbrowns and Jim's has some of the best I have found in Austin! And speaking of hashbrowns Jim's makes their breakfast tacos with hashbrowns! In my opinion ALL taco potatoes should should be hashbrown style and never the gross mashed potatoes served in Taco Deli tacos. I usually get my tacos to go and put one in the fridge for the next day or meal because one is plenty for breakfast unless I am begging for food coma. I usually am not a fan of flour tortillas but they tend hold up better for breakfast ingredients and Jim's flour tortillas both taste good and even warm up well without falling apart. 2 tacos are less than 5.00 and the way I order them come with perfectly cooked eggs, hashbrowns, cheese and crispy bacon on a larger than average flour tortilla wrapped in foil and served with surprisingly spicy salsa. read more

Jim's Restaurants - American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Got to love an old classic. I've got two rules in life when it comes to great food. 1) If you have to order in Spanish, then it's authentic and Abuelita is cooking the excellent Mexican food in the back. 2) You want good comfort food, go to where the old people flock. While out on an errand with the Mr. we were actually planning to visit a local pizza eatery, but because of the massive traffic jam that is quite common in the Oak Hill area, instead we decided on an old favorite. Jim's is a great place for going to when you're on the road or when you're dealing with cold symptoms. I had a bowl of Canadian Cheese soup, which is always a favorite of mine's when I get there. It did not disappoint! With a little crushed crackers and viola, instant yum! I had the Swiss Baked Chicken with the Rice and Texas Toast. Like I said great comfort food at a very reasonable price. We had excellent service and even though it was a little understaffed that night, we never felt like we were neglected and our orders were exactly how we asked for. read more

Sweet Jim's... An Austin original chain, curiously enough the same franchise owns the Magic Time Machine in Dallas. Which is ironic because stepping into this Jim's is a lot like stepping into a time machine, with its thick brown wood paneling, brass light fixtures and turquoise and pink booths. I believe the last time this place had an update was in 1985. But that's not why you come to Jim's. You come here to get decent food for cheap prices anytime, day or night as they are open 24/7. I woke up on Monday with an intense craving for homemade biscuits. Jim's did not disappoint. You can have breakfast anytime and they also have dinners such as pasta and burgers. They are known for their tortilla soup which I have not tried but looks delicious. All in all this place is pretty decent for a 24 hour joint. I would still put Kerbey Lane and Magnolia ahead on the list for 24 hour choices, but I would go to Jim's before going to 24 Diner or IHOP/Denny's. read more

Damn, I love this place! If you don't think it is tough to stay on top for thirty years, just ask the Cowboys. It is disturbing to think that I've been eating here for almost that long - when we moved into our new house right there in Scenic Brook, and there were almost no other options in Oak Hill. Well, maybe the Big Wheel... But there was always Jim's. Consistent execution of the American standards, with a Texas spin. It is so easy to take the easy way out - pre made biscuits are a pet peeve, and Jim's dedication to doing that simple step right is just one example of a high standard. Another example is the long time waitstaff. The servers there are the gold standard. The hipsters at the faux cool spots couldn't begin to deliver the service that is given with a smile, and apparent effortlessness. This is the place Kerbey Lane hopes to be when it grows up. read more

Jim's is one of the last of its kind. Don't even let me hear "they need to remodel" or "it's so outdated" or, god forbid, "so uncool". Just shut up and eat. Everything they have is good. Trust me. The words "old school" when applied to dining are a good thing. I've been going to Jim's my whole life and they have never screwed it up. Standout #1: the breakfast tacos. 2 for $3.59, they're huge, and they kick ass. A mix of their yummy hash browns, eggs, and bacon, sausage, ham, or western mix (ham, onions, peppers, tomato). Get a bagful, as they reheat nicely. Standout #2: The Frontier Burger. Best burger in town. A pox on all those hipster $12 "gourmet kobe beef fed with grass from the shire" places. Six bucks gets you a 2/3rd pound double meat charbroiled juicy masterpiece and hot, crispy fries. This burger is the closest thing I have had to a GM Steakhouse burger since...well, since GM Steakhouse closed. Standout #3: Chili Chopped Steak. The Frisco corners the market with the Chili Chop't, but Jim's is a respectable second. A charbroiled beef patty smothered in their greasy, meaty chili and cheese. I substitute their refried beans for the fries. They make great refried beans--they taste like bacon. Also great omelets. Pretty much all the breakfast items are fab, and you can get them all day and all night. I once went to Jim's at 3:00 in the morning. A young man was in the parking lot hanging out of his truck, vomiting, just as two police officers walked up. They passed him right on by and went in. Priorities, bitches. read more

I love this place the way I love some movies. Hipsters hate it, and, by virtue of fandom, I am in the same club as many, many old people. They're always open. I always know what's on the menu. The food is decent. My favorite is the pecan pancakes with fruit and a cup of coffee. If you're in the area and the time is right (24 Hours), you can't go wrong with Jim's. They rock way harder than IHOP. read more

You ever eat and find yourself unable to stop eating because the food was so good? and then you keep eating till it hurts but you want to keep going even though it hurts too much? this is one of those places. I have to agree with the rest. best hash browns i've ever had. blueberry pancakes taste like they are made from scratch and the chicken fried steak... can't stop eating until its gone. The steak had great flavor and the meat and breading were a perfect blend. easy to nom nom and nom nom some more.. its not often that happens first thing in the morning. for myself i feel the food is several steps above kerby lane in the area. the restaurant itself is straight up old school. you'll find lots of families and older folks who have been going there for generations. Even the waitress has been there for 30 years. Love it. not for the girl who prefers the new and nice. def for peeps who just want to be surprised by straight up good food. well worth the drive from anywhere. read more

I'm from San Antonio where Jim's is a way of life. I've always been a fan, but if you come expecting some higher brow meal, don't get your hopes up. This isn't going to be significantly different than what you might expect at a Denny's. Jim's trick is that while the menu might look the same, the food is usually a lot better. So why only three stars? I had a chicken fried steak the other night. The cfs was tasty if not a bit small. I got a generous wad of mashed potatoes with it. I'd say if you accumulated all the brown gravy on my plate, it might have been a pint. That's a lot of gravy (I always ask for it on the side, except this night). I got an anemic serving of broccoli. I was full when I quit, so that's good. I couldn't punish myself any more because the roll was kind of stale/hard so a lot of the river of gravy stayed on the plate. If you have not had their Canadian Cheese Soup, you have not lived. That's good stuff. Check with your cardiologist before hand though. There might be some salt in that there soup. Their burgers are good, although standard greasy spoon fare. Shakes, malts, and most all of their desserts are also worth a look. It's open 24 hours, which if you're near the Y, it might be the only place open after 9pm, or really early in the morning. Breakfast here is pleasant but don't forget the grease. read more

This is my favorite late night restaurant in Austin. They have such friendly people and good food. If you want breakfast foods, they have them. You want sandwiches; they have them. You want an entree dinner? They have that, too! Great place! My favorites? Their pecan pancakes or their cheeseburger with chili. And if you like Bleu Cheese Dressing- they have an incredible one. read more

I like to come here on sundays and mondays where kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree between the hours of 5pm-9pm

I grew up on Jim's in Oak Hill. Dated and divey, sure, but the food is exactly how it presents itself and service can't be beat. You would be hard pressed to find someone who didn't agree with me. Jim's has proven itself worthy of the sometimes longggg wait on a weekend (and yes, it can be a very long wait at times). I've recently started a whole Jim's revival. My bf and I have designated Jim's days. When he asks me to grab breakfast, I don't assume he is talking about anything else. I had a pretty bad experience(s) at the 183 location more recently. Its was closer to us and we made the mistake of cheating on the "real jims". It just wasn't up to par. (you can check out my other reviews for info on that.) Most recently, I am happy to say , we got seated, greeted, and orders taken within 5 minutes at Oak Hill. Our waitress was kind and helpful and, better yet, when I hung around waiting to give my waitress her tip, the manager immediately walked over to ask me if I needed help with anything. She probably thought I was crazy for how much I smiled at that. Great for small groups (used to come here a lot with my theatre organization in high school and then during late nights with friends), great for after church, breakfast all day (and I really do recommend sticking to breakfast), and almost always a friendly wait staff. A word of caution for those new to Texas, I recommend doing a little research on country diners. I have overheard a few hilarious orders from people who didn't quite get the concept. Luckily for the waitresses, it usually ends well. read more

I am so happy I discovered a Jim's here in Austin! But, the last thing I expected was an Extraordinary and Exemplary Service! The waitresses were super friendly, prompt and very attentive. But what really blew me away was the Manager/Owner brought me my breakfast and had the best conversation about reliving my days growing up eating at Jim's in San Antonio. I left here speechless ,tummy satisfied and Happy:D read more

Jim's Restaurants - American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Always wanting to come back to this place. It being open at night is great too. Their breakfast is affordable, lunch/dinner is too, food is always cooked right and service is super friendly! Pot Roast Wednesday's are amazing, and if you're hungry for a dessert, I recommend their pie with cinnamon ice cream. read more

OMG this place has GOT to remodel! With Kerby Lane now in SW Austin I'd rather go there! The food has been OK but the place is really old & dingy - I took my out of town sister there last year & we both saw a roach just walking along on the carpet with no worries...was funny but not really! Will not go back here until they make this place look more decent. read more

7pm.... and I need pancakes... Magnolia? Nah... Kirby Ln? Meh... I could also go for some biscuits and gravy... ...enter Jim's! We roll through the abandoned Albertson's parking lot to Jim's which is packed at 7:30 on a Thursday evening. Haven't even gotten out of the car, and we're already being stared down by some creepy ne'er-do-well inside the restaurant. What's this fool's problem? Stop looking at me! I'm just a guy getting out of his car... geez... Attentive, albeit seemingly grudging service... Food came out quickly... tasted surprisingly good (much better than IHOP) Had some not completely terrible coffee, shared a short stack of pancakes, scrambled eggs with cheddar and some biscuits and gravy. And all for less than $15. Hit the spot... satiated the need for pancakes... which can be as powerful as heroin addiction I'm told. Sometimes you just need a trip to a place like Jim's. Feels like "Zombie Breakfast" but in a good way... read more

I'm a breakfast/ diner kinda gal and Jim's is the best I know in Austin. Gotta love Jim's for giving the most important meal of the day it's due and for the home- style hospitality. You will be served by waitresses who have been there for years, call you honey and treat you like company- not a customer. Gosh, those girls will make your head spin on a week- end morning. Whizzing around like Grandma on Thanksgiving serving up bisquits and gravy, pancakes and Spanish omelets while a flock of folks pile up in the lobby waitin' for some of that fine chicken fried steak and tasty ham and eggs( grits or hash browns, sugar?). All the while keepin' the tea glasses filled and the coffee hot. A couple of pointers to enhance the experience: Request "real butter" unless you want margarine on your toast and bisquits You must ask for the strawberry jam, otherwise they will always bring the grape jelly. Go before 9:30 on the week- ends to avoid a wait If you ask nice, you can get fresh fruit instead of potatoes with the eggs And best of all breakfast is served all day and all night. Jim's is open 24 hrs! read more

Better than I expected (but thats not really saying too much) I got tortilla soup and it was really nice and my bf had the chicken fried steak and said it was super chewy. EHHH....not bad for 24hr food. read more

I know better than to order from here. The food is terrible every time and I didn't even get my whole order. I have no idea why people like it. Waste of money.... read more

There was a little bit of a wait, but boy was it worth it. I ordered a burger, fries, and iced tea. There was quite an abundance of food. And, it was delicious. I took a bite of my daughters pancakes too, awesome! Great price too. Highly recommended. read more

I absolutely love the burgers at Jim's! I just don't get why I can't buy a burger without having to get their crappy fries!??? Cmon man !!! Make the customer happy! I am not paying $10 for a burger !!! read more

I had not been here before and tried it yesterday with a friend. I wanted something different than the usual. We didn't wait too long to be seated even though there was a steady crowd. Food was good and our bill was like 5 bucks - couldn't believe it. It's a lot like Denny's in concept but it's close to home and something different with more variety. read more

Swung in here late night last Thursday after seeing music down in Wimberley. I haven't been in here in a while - this place is a great friendly restaurant with good food and no attitude (remember Vics, etc., but that's another story). Split some chicken-fried-steak and eggs. Great meal and friendly service. Also, the hash browns were excellent, nice golden crust on the outside / hot and soft on the inside - I put my over-easy egg over the hash brown, broke the yolk and enjoyed it read more

Great service... Great food. Sat at the counter... Was able to hear all the inside scoop and banter. These ladies know what they are doing. Cook is a pro. Waitress was sweet and knowledgeable. Had the Migas. Awesome! Will be back. read more

Tara M. has it right. This is not a hipster palace, but a homey place where the waitresses have been working there for over 20 years. I have been going to Jims for 20 years. Never a bad meal, though I haven't eaten anything other than breakfast. But I keep coming back. Sit at the counter, read the Statesman, eatin' bacon. read more

Hold on to your butts, this is an amazing diner. Great food, great service, and atmosphere straight from 1960s. This is what I think my dad talks about when he says "they don't make them like they used to". We go here whenever we are in the area. I try the biscuits and gravy, he'll try anything in the menu. 10/10 read more

I've lived in Austin my whole life and absolutely love Jims. Great breakfast for a good price plus they are open late as well which is always nice for late night meals. Always have friendly staff members and its a great place to take kids. Kids eat free on Sundays & Mondays also!! read more

Was tired at eating at Kirby Lane for late night eats. Found Jim's on yelp. The blueberry pancakes are the bomb! The blueberries are huge and you get lots of it! The biscuits and sausage gravy is yummy! If you can get with jalapeño try it! You won't be disappointed. The eggs and bacon are good. The chicken fried steak is crispy and big. The burger isn't fancy but it's good. Love the onion rings. Yummy coconut cream pie. Wish they had banana cream pie. The service is always really friendly and attentive. read more

Breakfast tacos was delicious the people are very nice faster in hot food , My husband ordered a chicken fried steak breakfast his chicken fried steak was tender the white gravy was delicious so what's the coffee in the ice tea , Fried shrimp was also delicious their hamburgers are grilled perfect come in and try them you won't be disappoint! read more

Good home style comfort food! The chicken fried steak was great! Our server, Cynthia, was beyond awesome. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Great pies too. All this and reasonable prices​. read more

So me and this place have had a long term relationship going on 13 years. Honestly in my mind I don't think the place has changed in that time, which, is a good thing in this case. I usually come in here after long nights of drinking, and to the servers, I thank you. For putting up with me and my buddies all these years :) From bounce ball mayhem to sleeping on couches in entrance, you have always treated us right. The food, can always count on it to be great. From Sunday after church, to 3am on a Saturday night, its always spot on. I think I have had everything on the menu twice, and everything is good. But I do come in here 99% of the time for the breakfast. Priced right and definitely good portions. So if you feel like getting breakfast after a day of praying, or sinning, stop by Jims. Tip the staff well, and don't mind the drunks talking to loud with their mouth open, it might just be me :) read more

Holy Crap! I have been coming here for 13 years and the Biscuits and Sausage gravy are gold standard! The hash browns are also stellar! Crisp, brown, and fluffy on the inside as they should be! The Waitstaff is the best! You have servers that have been working there for upwards of 33 years, and remember you and your family when you return. Last week I had the Steak Finger Basket and I felt like I was 8 again! My last meal would come from Jim's! read more

Jim's was an old fashioned restaurant with good food and cheap prices. It reminded me of a better and more wholesome version of IHOP. read more

Jim's Restaurants - Yummy Cheeseburger & Onion Rings - American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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YUM! LOVE their potato and egg tacos! I ALWAYS get two when I come here. They could make sure tortilla soup more hot. Last time we got some it was lukewarm. BUT all the other times I go here it's been a great consistency. The original burger is GREAT, Hawaiian chicken is GREAT, Chicken Fried steak DELICIOUS!!!, cinnamon icecream with apple pie even more delicious!!!, wonderful fluffy perfected pancakes, and more. slow service but that's ok. Totally a fan! Great american food. read more