Jack Astor’s - Ottawa, Ontario

I have to update this review. We went again last night, and the experience couldn't have been worse. The service was really slow, not for lack of service staff, they were all just socializing with each other and ignoring the tables. When the food finally did ... come, it was dry and tasteless. We won't be returning. Contrast to our first visit when we said: We really enjoyed it, and my wife said it was the best steak she'd had. Read more

The Jack Astor's menu has several items that deserve a detailed review: LOBSTER & CRAB DIP A friend of mine introduced me to this appetiser, and ever since I've always ordered it when there.  It's Atlantic lobster and crab meat with cream cheese, sautéed mushrooms, peppers and onions, served next to nacho ... chips and pita triangles. This must be one of the best dips I've ever had.  It's creamy and rich, but not heavy ... they discovered the perfect combination of ingredients that flow together nicely, without one overpowering the others. It's also great that you can substitute the nacho chips with more pita, because this dip is best enjoyed with pita. CLASSIC POUTINE Their poutine is excellent because of the gravy, it's exceptional. I also tried the truffle fries; they were good, but nothing special. ASIAGO CHICKEN BOW-TIES I'm not a fan of pasta in general, but I would order this plate any time.  The pasta itself is properly cooked, the creamy cheese sauce is delicious, and the semi-sundried tomatoes is a nice touch ... but the secret to this plate is the slightly burnt chicken that gives this plate its unique flavor. No suprise this plate is voted a staff favorite. Last but not least ... the TACOS Taste wise, and in terms of presentation, this plate is excellent.  My only disappointment (and it's a major one), the 3 tacos have to all be either chicken or fish ... you can't have a combination. I wanted to 2 chicken and the third as fish, just to try the fish, but the server said it's not possible.  I'm not sure why they have that limitation when other restaurants allow you to mix and match your tacos.  Anyway, I ended up having the chicken, in case the fish wasn't good ... but I guess we'll never know, would we!  I recommend they change that rule and even introduce a beef option. Read more

We absolutely love Jack's. Hunt club & Lansdowne location. Their staff is always friendly and welcoming. Food is always fresh and delicious. I always love drawing on the Kraft paper with crayons. Music is great. It's a fun, reliable dinner spot.

Had dinner on a Friday night. Service was good, food is always good as expected. Even coming here a while but never reviewed. Priced well and surrounding was friendly. Lots of screens to watch and walls were decorated with pop culture. Took pictures after we’d already started lol

I’ve been to various Jack Astor’s and this one was pretty solid. Best part was the food for sure. My wife got a three taco meal and I got chicken parm. Both dishes were great. Our waiter was also great but the young lady tasked with showing us to our ... table never made eye contact, dropped the menus on the table and basically ran away. So as with any restaurant with younger wait staff there’s a mixed bag. I saw someone else commented on how close the tables are and I’d agree it can feel tight. We sat on the “bar side” at a high table that was inches from the next table. All the same it’s a clean place to get good food. Read more