Southern comfort food reigns supreme with standout mac & cheese and fried chicken biscuit sandwiches. A UWS staple.
This popular Upper West Side spot is a go-to for delicious Southern comfort food, offering generous portions and a lively atmosphere. Standout dishes include the highly-praised mac and cheese and an over-the-top fried chicken biscuit sandwich. While most reviews are positive, some patrons note that the dining experience can be a bit loud and not the most social.
This restaurant is highly regarded for its Southern comfort food, with many customers praising dishes like the fried chicken biscuit sandwich, meatloaf, and mac and cheese. The pickles are also a notable item. While the food generally receives strong recommendations, there are mixed reviews on the biscuits themselves, with some describing them as 'terrible' while others find them acceptable.
"The fried chicken biscuit sandwich with gravy and the mac and cheese are frequently recommended, with the latter being praised as 'Best Mac in NYC'."
Customers generally have a positive view of the restaurant, frequently recommending it for its Southern comfort food and specific dishes like the fried chicken biscuit sandwich. However, some feedback indicates that while the food is loved, the atmosphere may not be the most social.
Important Note
While generally well-loved, some diners find the atmosphere to be not very social or a bit loud. There are also conflicting opinions on the quality of the biscuits.
"Jacob's Pickles is mentioned as a really good option near AMNH, alongside Shake Shack. The commenter also notes that both museums have cafes."
Positive"The user confirms visiting Jacob's Pickles on the upper west side and found it delicious, suggesting it would be a good option if an exact match for the desired dish isn't found."
Positive"This restaurant is suggested as a place that might have a dish similar to pork belly mac and cheese. The user has visited the upper west side location before and found it delicious."
Neutral"Jacob's Pickles was shut down by the health department."
Negative"Jacob's Pickles is known for making a very good Bloody Mary with bacon, shrimp, and vegetables, despite past sanitation issues."
Positive"Jacob ’s Pickles in UWS is recommended for Southern food."
Neutral"The commenter confirms that Jacob's Pickles on the Upper West Side provided the desired dining experience with tables located right next to its large front door."
Positive"The original poster confirmed that Jacob's Pickles on the Upper West Side was exactly what they were looking for, featuring tables located right next to a large front door."
Positive"Jacob's Pickles is simply listed as a go-to breakfast spot."
Neutral"Jacobs Pickles is highly praised for its Southern food, though it's noted for having high prices comparable to Texas, but also generous portions."
Positive"Jacobs Pickle is favored for its comfort food offerings, specifically the meatloaf and mac and cheese, which are good for leftovers."
Positive"The commenter suggests Jacobs Pickle as a comfort food place that comes to mind, despite not being familiar with the specific "meat and three" concept."
Positive"The user considers Jacob's Pickles to be pretty solid Southern food, mentioning the massive portions and that it can be a bit loud."
Positive"The reviewer wholeheartedly agrees that Jacob's Pickles has terrible biscuits."
Negative"At Jacob's Pickles, the gravy is deemed fine, but the biscuits are described as terrible."
Neutral"Jacob's Pickles is affirmed as a good recommendation and is noted to still be very busy."
Positive"Jacob's Pickles appeared to be quite trendy during a recent weekend visit."
Neutral"Jacob's Pickles on UWS offers biscuits and gravy."
Neutral"Jacob's Pickles is strongly recommended."
Positive"Jacob's Pickles is recommended for its nice spin on Southern comfort food."
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