Southern comfort food & creative pickles. Think over-the-top fried chicken biscuits & mac & cheese.
This UWS favorite is a go-to for Southern comfort food and hearty American classics. Known for its extensive pickle selection and vibrant atmosphere, it's a popular spot for brunch and lunch, with dishes that offer generous portions. While many rave about the overall experience and specific items like the fried chicken biscuit sandwich, some find the biscuits themselves to be a disappointment.
The restaurant offers a menu rich in Southern comfort food and American classics, with a particular emphasis on pickles and indulgent dishes like mac and cheese and fried chicken biscuit sandwiches. While many dishes are praised for their flavor and generous portions, some diners have noted that the biscuits are not up to par.
"The fried chicken biscuit sandwich with gravy and the mac and cheese are highlighted as must-try dishes, with the mac and cheese being praised as possibly the best in NYC."
Customers generally enjoy the hearty Southern comfort food and the lively atmosphere, though some reviews mention that the biscuits can be a letdown.
Important Note
One user noted past sanitation issues, and another reviewer described the biscuits as 'terrible.' It has also been referred to as a 'nemesis spot' by one user.
"This user recalls Jacob's Pickles' previous location being shut down by the health department last summer."
Negative"After a poor experience years ago, the user has not returned to Jacob's Pickles. They note a restaurant at JFK with low patronage and express no intention of returning unless ownership or the menu has changed."
Negative"This user is curious about the new location of Jacob's Pickles and its current offerings."
Neutral"This user lists Jacob's Pickles as a 'nemesis spot'."
Negative"Jacob's Pickles is another favorite restaurant in the neighborhood and was recommended for the group."
Positive"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."
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