Jake's Uptown
(214) 754-8001
2702 McKinney Ave
Dallas,
TX
75204
32.7976
-96.8012
Neighborhood: Oak Lawn
Hours:
Sun-Thu 11am-10pm
Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
Price:
$
Parking:
Street; Lot
Last updated 3.09.09
What People Are Saying About Jake's Uptown
The Editor
Nathan Stull
Citysearch
In Short
Black tables and chairs offset the open window feeling inside this bar. While the interior provides plenty of seating with views of the televisions (expect sports), the main draw here is the large patio outside, complete with misters and umbrellas for staying cool. Bands set up stage on the patio. The traditional American menu features burgers and sandwiches at prices straight from the '70s. Side options range from cheese fries to the ever-elusive tator tots.
User Reviews
CSMobileUser
June 08, 2009
Jake's is one of the best burgers I've ever had. The restaurant may look like a dive as you drive by, but take the chance because it's worth it!
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jf3001
April 29, 2009
My friends and I love Jake's food and frequent the various Dallas locations often. We love the Jake's special, fries and the laidback atmosphere! However, last night was a bust! We walked in with 3 people, with 10 on their way to watch the MAVS in the playoffs. Instead of a helpul staff ready to seat our party, we got a stingy, pushy manager only allowing us to be seated at a 4-top so when two more arrived we asked again for a larger table - only to get more push back. Why so stingy on the tables? Do you not want business? I understand had the restaurant been packed out or there was a wait for tables. But mind you, there was not. So, after struggling with the manager some more for seating as our party was arriving...in hopes of some give I threatened "we could take our business to Frankie's or Humperdink's." This was not helpful apporach because the manager didn't care at all - the manager said "ok" in a smart aleck tone. We actually stayed, hoping to let it go and find solace in good burgers and good beer and a great game - because ultimately in the past we have all enjoyed Jake's. So, around 10:30, the end of the third quarter the lights came up, the bar was closed, and the manager was telling people to leave. The place was full and people were ticked. We're not talking about a 5 or 6 people, we're talking 30+. So when customers were like "what the heck? hometown team in the playoffs and you're closing?" The manager rudely said "go next door at 11pm." Which is what our group and others reluctantly did, left. Before we left...I asked the manager for his card...he didn't have a card. So, I asked if anyone else there had a card and a snide waitress smarted off "Have you ever heard of waitresses carrying cards?" What am I supposed to say to that? So I asked for the manager's name. Jeff Taylor, smarted. Jeff Taylor, thanks for the less than gracious service during a hometeam MAVS game. We'll be going elsewhere for future games. Oh yeah, Jake's if you don't want fans to come and watch games at your restaurant...don't have large TV screens for watching!! PS. Frankie's has free pizza on Tuesdays. When we drove home..people were spilling onto the street at Frankie's. Take a lesson, Jake's.
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john7654
November 22, 2007
Great burgers with a nice feel to the place. My wife and kids had a great experience here and recommend this place to everyone!!! Go try it out!
read full reviewThe Details on Jake's Uptown
Parking:
The lot off McKinney fills quickly. If you're parking on the street, double check for signs
The Extras:
Live bands hit the stage Thursday evenings.
Happy Hour:
Happy hour is Monday through Friday 4pm-7pm, offering $3 beers and well drinks.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Lunch Spot, Live Music, Happy Hour, Outdoor Dining
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Patio
