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Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 3490 reviews

What Tim Quinn doesn't like about Jake's Old City Grill:
The online menu is out of date apparently. The prices are 30-40% higher than those posted online. I had a reuben sandwich and the meat had the moisture content and consistency of jerky. I gave up trying to eat it. Fries were cold and limp. Some members of our party said their meal was good. One glass of wine served was vinegary. The atmosphere was nice and the serve staff was polite however I think there are better c... View all feedback. What Jessica Friske likes about Jake's Old City Grill:
This is a fantastic restaurant. The atmosphere is very classy, and the menu has a wide variety of choices, from sandwiches, burgers, pasta and salads, to seafood, pork chops, and steaks. Their cocktails are delightful. I ordered the land and sea entrée, and it was outstanding. The steak was cooked to perfection. The red skinned potatoes were absolutely delicious. Our waiter had an incredible memory and was very funny... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

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5.0 ★ from 13 reviews
Harley
13.05.2023 - 06:39

Nice place! Everyone is very friendly and the food was phenomenal. I got the steak and lobster

Amanda
13.05.2023 - 06:39

Feel the stress of everyday life melts from the second you go. The atmosphere was open and rich. Everyone was friendly, attentive, friendly and the recommendati...

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Concetta
13.05.2023 - 06:39

We were in town to visit family and we went to Jake's for dinner. It was absolutely delicious. Our server Ben was excellent! We had such a great experience. Jak...

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Sébastien
13.05.2023 - 06:39

I don't have enough good to say about Jake's Old City Grill and especially the owner Paul. My husband and I moved to plan our wedding with less than a month aft...

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Jeannine
13.05.2023 - 06:39

My wife and I had dinner with another couple. The food was excellent. Everyone enjoyed there meal, we had the steak bite appetizer they melted in our mouths. My...

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Jake's Old City Grill is a restaurant in Saginaw that has received mixed reviews. Some customers have criticized the outdated online menu, high prices, and disappointing food and service experiences. However, others have raved about their delicious burgers, flavorful entrees, and outstanding service. The restaurant's atmosphere has been praised for being welcoming and the owner, Paul Barrera, has been highlighted for his personal touches and willingness to go above and beyond for his customers. Overall, Jake's Old City Grill is a popular spot with a diverse range of dining experiences, making it a recommended choice for anyone looking for good food and friendly service in Saginaw.

Google
4.3 ★ from 831 reviews
Tito
17.11.2023 - 12:54

Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Chicken Piccata

Bo
17.11.2023 - 12:54

Had dinner here while in town for work. The New York Strip was one of the best cuts I've had in a long time. The service was great and the owner (or maybe the m...

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Erica
17.11.2023 - 12:54

Served ketchup with calamari Steak was tough Ran out of the beer and sangria we ordered at 5pm Only offered 2 apps .. they did make the one I saw on the website...

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Ellen
17.11.2023 - 12:54

Amazing food and service! Flavorful apps and entrees, huge portion sizes, and decadent desserts! Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30 Foo...

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Sandra
17.11.2023 - 12:54

We had a lovely meal prior to an event at Dow Event Center. Great atmosphere with friendly and efficient service. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per p...

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Int Restaurants
4.0 ★ from 1205 reviews
Laurie
06.09.2023 - 12:25

We were in town visiting family and we went to Jake's for dinner. It was absolutely delicious. Our server Ben was outstanding! We had such a great experience. J...

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Jessica
06.09.2023 - 12:25

This is a fantastic restaurant. The atmosphere is very classy, and the menu has a wide variety of choices, from sandwiches, burgers, pasta and salads, to seafoo...

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Art
06.09.2023 - 12:25

I don't have enough good to say about Jake's Old City Grill and specifically the owner, Paul. My husband and I moved our wedding up with less than a month to pl...

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Ela
06.09.2023 - 12:25

Lovely place! Everyone is very friendly and the food was phenomenal. I got the steak and lobster

Mustafa
06.09.2023 - 12:25

My buddy wanted to go to Jake 's for his birthday dinner, and man, did he make a good choice. Between the 7 of us, there was not one complaint about the food. T...

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Yelp
3.4 ★ from 106 reviews
Marty
13.10.2023 - 18:14

Fantastic food! Excellent wait staff. We dropped in without a reservation and they were able to seat us without issue. This place truly is a hidden gem....

Missy
13.10.2023 - 18:14

My parents were arriving in Saginaw tonight for the first time. From my tablet in Nashville I was researching somewhere nice to eat in the historic area....

Rachel
13.10.2023 - 18:14

Tonight I went to dinner at Jakes with my older parents for my mothers birthday. We had a reservation for myself, my two parents and my 10 month old son....

Foursquare
3.8 ★ from 30 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 212 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.2 ★ from 1093 reviews

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