The Hotel is absolutely beautifully decorated for Christmas. TJ's was very underwhelming. Looked more like a cafeteria with linen tablecloths and VERY bland. The fried oysters were very flavorful and salad was tasty. The fried green tomatoes and the carrot ginger soup I'd give 1 star at best.
Kelly
What an amazing experience! We had a lovely waitress, the cocktails were spectacular, food was amazing, and the Jefferson Hotel is magical!
Suzanne
We had noon reservations made in October confirmed for 6. At 1145 Open Table texted us a change in our reservation to 5. We checked in well before noon. Not only was our table not ready when we returned at 1210 they couldn't find a table and bu put us at a 10 top in a back corner not even set. Our service was slow. Our waiter was great so it wasn't his fault. We made it to the ballet but the total experience was a disappointment
Brenda
We had an 8:15 reservation and asked if we could be seated when we arrived at 8:05 but the hostess said no, although there were many empty tables. Once we were seated at 8:15 and the order was taken, the server came to our table to say the bar was closing and did we want another drink, altho we had just received our first. When the food arrived, she said the kitchen was closing and did we want dessert although we had not begun our entrees. If the kitchen and bar close at 9:00, there should not be 8:15 seating—especially in a large hotel at holiday time. We felt very rushed.
Alice Dow
Always love the beautiful Christmas decorations at The Jefferson Hotel and have been coming here for years to view the decor and enjoy holiday lunch with friends. Months ago, made a reservation for lunch at TJs. Our group was seated near the coat closet and the area was very cold. (It felt like the air conditioning was on.) When we asked to be seated elsewhere, the response was the empty tables were reserved. (No one was seated at the empty tables during the two hours we were there.) Also, the food was not up to the usual Jefferson standards. Several people in our group ordered oysters. The fried oysters were served warm, not hot, and the breading overpowered the oysters. The oyster sandwich consisted of 5 or 6 oysters served on a large sub roll. The hotel has always had delicious french fries but this year no french fries; curly fries only. (Not as tasty as the curly fries at Arby's.) Our server was excellent - very pleasant, polite, and efficient. Overall, the best part of our lunch was the Christmas decorations.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
James
Our server was exceptionally polite and efficient. The food was superb and we enjoyed the festive decor and environment ! Great value as well!
Lorraine
Our waitress was polite and efficient, and the food was delicious, especially the shrimp and grits. Lovely evening at TJ's!
Kathleen H
Went for lunch over the Thanksgiving weekend. Unfortunately their famous Christmas decorations were not yet complete but the place looked lovely anyway. My friend and I ate at TJs for lunch. Though the main restaurant was full, at TJ’s we had our choice of rooms - the charming and warm bar room or the more utilitarian cafeteria-like room, and of seats - bar or table. We chose a table in the bar and enjoyed that atmosphere. The food was overall disappointing. My friend tried the peanut soup out of curiosity and said the only flavor was peanut. We expected something more elevated than liquid peanut butter. I had the chicken salad croissant and fruit. The sandwich was good, but the fruit was the very unimaginative combo of melons and grapes. The melon did not seem fresh. The staff was friendly and competent. Next time I’ll plan ahead and get a reservation in the main restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Tom Addams
Wife and I had lunch. She had peanut soup, not as warm as she’d like. Then chicken salad on a croissant with a side of fruit. She described it as average. Three star. I had the burger which The Jefferson always does well. Cornbread to start was very heavy. Overall, four star average for food. We’d go back next time we’re staying at The Jefferson Hotel.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Tom
Wife and I had lunch. She had peanut soup, not as warm as she'd like. Then chicken salad on a croissant with a side of fruit. She described it as average. Three star. I had the burger which The Jefferson always does well. Cornbread to start was very heavy. Overall, four star average for food. We'd go back next time we're staying at The Jefferson Hotel.
We had a very enjoyable dinner at TJ's. We have stayed in the Jefferson many times but had never had the opportunity to dine at TJ's until last night. TJ's provided a very nice, casual dining experience. We will definitely eat at TJ's on future stays.
Nanci
Beautiful setting in The Jefferson. Great for a glass of wine and a casual bite to eat. Close to the Altria Theatre so perfect before theatre spot to meet friends.
Katybeth
Remarkably slow service. It was not busy on a Wednesday at lunch, but it took 25 minutes to get a sandwich, salad and quiche delivered.
Bobbi Jan
I visited TJ’s at The Jefferson Hotel expecting a fine-dining experience, but the visit fell short from the moment I sat down. The tablecloth was noticeably dirty, and my napkin had visible stains. My beverage arrived with pomegranate juice on the bases of the glass, and therefore left pomegranate rings on the white tablecloth when it was set placed on the table.
Although my server remained polite, he was clearly overwhelmed—he was managing a large party nearby, which affected attentiveness and overall service quality. I don’t fault him for doing his best, but it was evident he needed more support.
I ordered the Black & Blue Salad, but the steak was so tough and chewy that I couldn’t enjoy it. I ultimately left the entire salad on the table and didn’t even ask for a box. What struck me most was that the server made no acknowledgment of the fact that I hadn’t eaten any of it, which is surprising for a restaurant marketed as fine dining.
Between the presentation issues, lack of attention to detail, and disappointing food quality, this experience did not reflect the standard I expected from The Jefferson. Unfortunately, I would not return
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Bobbi
I visited TJ's at The Jefferson Hotel expecting a fine-dining experience, but the visit fell short from the moment I sat down. The tablecloth was noticeably dirty, and my napkin had visible stains. My beverage arrived with pomegranate juice on the bases of the glass, and therefore left pomegranate rings on the white tablecloth when it was set placed on the table. Although my server remained polite, he was clearly overwhelmed—he was managing a large party nearby, which affected attentiveness and overall service quality. I don't fault him for doing his best, but it was evident he needed more support. I ordered the Black & Blue Salad, but the steak was so tough and chewy that I couldn't enjoy it. I ultimately left the entire salad on the table and didn't even ask for a box. What struck me most was that the server made no acknowledgment of the fact that I hadn't eaten any of it, which is surprising for a restaurant marketed as fine dining. Between the presentation issues, lack of attention to detail, and disappointing food quality, this experience did not reflect the standard I expected from The Jefferson. Unfortunately, I would not return
The Hotel is absolutely beautifully decorated for Christmas. TJ's was very underwhelming. Looked more like a cafeteria with linen tablecloths and VERY bland. The fried oysters were very flavorful and salad was tasty. The fried green tomatoes and the carrot ginger soup I'd give 1 star at best.
What an amazing experience! We had a lovely waitress, the cocktails were spectacular, food was amazing, and the Jefferson Hotel is magical!
We had noon reservations made in October confirmed for 6. At 1145 Open Table texted us a change in our reservation to 5. We checked in well before noon. Not only was our table not ready when we returned at 1210 they couldn't find a table and bu put us at a 10 top in a back corner not even set. Our service was slow. Our waiter was great so it wasn't his fault. We made it to the ballet but the total experience was a disappointment
We had an 8:15 reservation and asked if we could be seated when we arrived at 8:05 but the hostess said no, although there were many empty tables. Once we were seated at 8:15 and the order was taken, the server came to our table to say the bar was closing and did we want another drink, altho we had just received our first. When the food arrived, she said the kitchen was closing and did we want dessert although we had not begun our entrees. If the kitchen and bar close at 9:00, there should not be 8:15 seating—especially in a large hotel at holiday time. We felt very rushed.
Always love the beautiful Christmas decorations at The Jefferson Hotel and have been coming here for years to view the decor and enjoy holiday lunch with friends. Months ago, made a reservation for lunch at TJs. Our group was seated near the coat closet and the area was very cold. (It felt like the air conditioning was on.) When we asked to be seated elsewhere, the response was the empty tables were reserved. (No one was seated at the empty tables during the two hours we were there.) Also, the food was not up to the usual Jefferson standards. Several people in our group ordered oysters. The fried oysters were served warm, not hot, and the breading overpowered the oysters. The oyster sandwich consisted of 5 or 6 oysters served on a large sub roll. The hotel has always had delicious french fries but this year no french fries; curly fries only. (Not as tasty as the curly fries at Arby's.) Our server was excellent - very pleasant, polite, and efficient. Overall, the best part of our lunch was the Christmas decorations.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Our server was exceptionally polite and efficient. The food was superb and we enjoyed the festive decor and environment ! Great value as well!
Our waitress was polite and efficient, and the food was delicious, especially the shrimp and grits. Lovely evening at TJ's!
Went for lunch over the Thanksgiving weekend. Unfortunately their famous Christmas decorations were not yet complete but the place looked lovely anyway.
My friend and I ate at TJs for lunch. Though the main restaurant was full, at TJ’s we had our choice of rooms - the charming and warm bar room or the more utilitarian cafeteria-like room, and of seats - bar or table. We chose a table in the bar and enjoyed that atmosphere.
The food was overall disappointing. My friend tried the peanut soup out of curiosity and said the only flavor was peanut. We expected something more elevated than liquid peanut butter. I had the chicken salad croissant and fruit. The sandwich was good, but the fruit was the very unimaginative combo of melons and grapes. The melon did not seem fresh.
The staff was friendly and competent.
Next time I’ll plan ahead and get a reservation in the main restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Wife and I had lunch. She had peanut soup, not as warm as she’d like. Then chicken salad on a croissant with a side of fruit. She described it as average. Three star. I had the burger which The Jefferson always does well. Cornbread to start was very heavy. Overall, four star average for food. We’d go back next time we’re staying at The Jefferson Hotel.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Wife and I had lunch. She had peanut soup, not as warm as she'd like. Then chicken salad on a croissant with a side of fruit. She described it as average. Three star. I had the burger which The Jefferson always does well. Cornbread to start was very heavy. Overall, four star average for food. We'd go back next time we're staying at The Jefferson Hotel.
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We had a very enjoyable dinner at TJ's. We have stayed in the Jefferson many times but had never had the opportunity to dine at TJ's until last night. TJ's provided a very nice, casual dining experience. We will definitely eat at TJ's on future stays.
Beautiful setting in The Jefferson. Great for a glass of wine and a casual bite to eat. Close to the Altria Theatre so perfect before theatre spot to meet friends.
Remarkably slow service. It was not busy on a Wednesday at lunch, but it took 25 minutes to get a sandwich, salad and quiche delivered.
I visited TJ’s at The Jefferson Hotel expecting a fine-dining experience, but the visit fell short from the moment I sat down. The tablecloth was noticeably dirty, and my napkin had visible stains. My beverage arrived with pomegranate juice on the bases of the glass, and therefore left pomegranate rings on the white tablecloth when it was set placed on the table.
Although my server remained polite, he was clearly overwhelmed—he was managing a large party nearby, which affected attentiveness and overall service quality. I don’t fault him for doing his best, but it was evident he needed more support.
I ordered the Black & Blue Salad, but the steak was so tough and chewy that I couldn’t enjoy it. I ultimately left the entire salad on the table and didn’t even ask for a box. What struck me most was that the server made no acknowledgment of the fact that I hadn’t eaten any of it, which is surprising for a restaurant marketed as fine dining.
Between the presentation issues, lack of attention to detail, and disappointing food quality, this experience did not reflect the standard I expected from The Jefferson. Unfortunately, I would not return
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
I visited TJ's at The Jefferson Hotel expecting a fine-dining experience, but the visit fell short from the moment I sat down. The tablecloth was noticeably dirty, and my napkin had visible stains. My beverage arrived with pomegranate juice on the bases of the glass, and therefore left pomegranate rings on the white tablecloth when it was set placed on the table. Although my server remained polite, he was clearly overwhelmed—he was managing a large party nearby, which affected attentiveness and overall service quality. I don't fault him for doing his best, but it was evident he needed more support. I ordered the Black & Blue Salad, but the steak was so tough and chewy that I couldn't enjoy it. I ultimately left the entire salad on the table and didn't even ask for a box. What struck me most was that the server made no acknowledgment of the fact that I hadn't eaten any of it, which is surprising for a restaurant marketed as fine dining. Between the presentation issues, lack of attention to detail, and disappointing food quality, this experience did not reflect the standard I expected from The Jefferson. Unfortunately, I would not return
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