Judd's & Jackson's Restaurant

I was among a party of three this evening at Judds and Jacksons for their Easter buffet. The quality of food and selection was great, just as it had been at their Thanksgiving buffet and New Year’s Eve event. There was thick juicy sliced ham and roast beef, a selection of vegetable and pasta dishes, a spread of salads and a sweet dessert table. The dining room has a nice atmosphere.

During our first time up at the buffet, an 86 year-old member of our party made a personal comment to me about how one of the soup’s looked like dog food. It wasn’t the best comment, and apparently someone nearby took offense. During our second trip back to the buffet, another diner- a complete stranger- called this member of our party a slang word for a female dog, and then explained why. We felt uncomfortable and intimidated. I expressed my concern to a hostess, who promised to send someone to speak to us to work this out- except they never did. Having to make repeated trips back to our table past this other diner made us uncomfortable.

I spoke to a well-intentioned but happily apathetic manager who said that there were two sides to the story. His comparison of the two comments was offensive. I understand that the soup comment was inappropriate, and that restaurants cannot control what their customers say either way. But how could someone not speak up after having their girlfriend/wife/mother/grandmother/loved one called a “female dog?”

The restaraunt's dismissive response spoke volumes to their handling of disputes and respect toward women. The staff did nothing to make her feel better, nor did they even bother to check in or talk to her. For a dinner that came to over $200 for the three of us, with gratuity included, we expected to be treated better than that.

We typically enjoy this restaurant but the last 2 times we have been disappointed. I ordered the fish special. The fish was very tough and I needed a fork and knife to cut it like a piece of average steak. The wedge salad had old lettuce leaves and was partially non edible. The waitress was new and nice, but forgot to bring us bread, water and it took 22 minutes to get one mixed drink. I am not sure I want to give this a third try. Is this under new management?

The Chilean Sea Bass was the most delicious I've had anywhere. The chef prepared it with a sauce that was tasty but not overpowering. And the side salad is big enough for two. We love this place for service and the menu is varied... food prepared well!

Our family loves the Stromboli here and the Pork Chop is outstanding along with the homemade mashed potatoes. It can get slightly loud at times in the bar area but they have a beautiful dining room to accommodate anyone.

We stopped here for lunch one afternoon while we were in the area for an appointment. It was a drizzly chilly Tuesday and not many people were there. It's located at a golf course so I think it's mostly used by members but it is open to the public. We are in the lounge/bar area which was nice. The service was very friendly and attentive and our meals were very good - the steak salad and the crab cake sandwich. I would definitely recommend for a casual lunch especially on a nice day.

The food is inconsistent. The new menu has some winners: the Brussels sprouts are really good (macadamia nuts! What a great idea), but my salmon has been bland and overcooked (even asking when for it rare-mid-rare). Other table mates said the chicken Marsala and the filet were good.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Service was top notch. I came here with my two young sons on a date before our mother son dance at the local elementary school. The service from when we walked in the door was so wonderful. Nate is a charm! He was so attentive and accommodating to my younger dinner dates. I would come back again with them simply due to Nate.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

First time here but definitely not the last. Tracey was wonderful. The corned beef and cabbage was very fitting for the day and the peanut butter bomb dessert was incredible. Music entertainment. Good food. Comfortable seating area. We will cone back.

For our family's first time here and Judd and Jackson's was really good. We had a Margarita Pizza (all fresh ingredients), fresh mozzarella sticks, the cheese steak was absolutely amazing, the meat melts in your mouth, and of course French fries(perfectly cooked). It is family oriented but there are sports on all the time so you may get the occasional loud clap and roar of the game but, it's a fun atmosphere and even the regulars had a welcoming smile. Don't be intimidated by it's location. The prices are right and they also offer GF options! I will be back.

New chef. Always a good time at bar.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommend the braised short ribs. Stand out dish of the evening. Chicken Parmesan was good. The cider chicken and chicken with risotto were okay. Service was good in the lounge.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

It was a great day.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had to move to another table two times. The first two were not clean. Other then that we had a lovely time. I mentioned making the reservation we were celebrating an anniversary. Nothing was said or done about it. One wonders why they even ask. Most other places may have given a complimentary desert or glass of champagne.

At a meeting. The food was surprisingly good - exceeding expectations. They served Veal Parm, Spaghetti, and mixed veggies. All very nicely done and complemented with a fresh roll and puff pastry for dessert.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Ate there today, ordered two bloody Mary’s simply put it was a ready made tomato juice and vodka, no flavor and no toppings whatsoever! Rotten meal, cold fries, sloppy chicken sandwich and chicken nuggets with more batter than chicken. It’s always hit and miss there and today was a definite miss!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 3