Jack's is a fabulous dining experience! Old time "Albany Mob" feel reminiscent of the Albany novels of William Kennedy. Food - consistently good - seafood, steak, chops all excellent. Wine list very good - although maybe a little pricey. Wait staff excellent - long term employees that exhibit professionalism and pride in their craft. This is THE restaurant I frequent... more

Simly devine. more

What a disappointment in more than one ways! The place was recommended by the hotel and the Agua Duck tour people. Yes, it was a large group that was seated but things were very very slow, both taking the orders and serving of water, wine and food. How difficult is it to serve mixed greens from a Costco box with... more

I arrived at the Crowne Plaza in downtown Albany for a series of meetings during the week and found that most restaurants in the area are closed on Sunday. Jacks was one of two that was open. I haven't been there in about ten years so decided to revisit it. Other than most of the waiters being younger it hasn't... more

One of my favorite restaurants in this area. Unbelieveable steak. The seafood is just as good. more

Not so great for the price more

My favorite restaurant, period. I get the surf and turf, and usually both are amazing. The steak....incredible. Try the shrimp cocktail too. The shrimp are as big as my hand. And the bartenders are wicked cool too. Have brought a date or two here and they always have great service. Plus my family comes here a lot. Amazing all around more

My date and I were treated to Jack’s five star service [including check-ups by the owner himself] and atmosphere, but were left disappointed by the only ‘good’ food when we had expected ‘great’. A nice experience, but I doubt we will be returning. more

My family and I have been dining at Jack's for over 40 years on various occasions from Mother's Day, Easter, graduations and birthdays to a quiet evening out. In fact, twenty years ago my sister had her wedding reception in the upstairs Banquet room. Although there have been times when the service has not been outstanding (I don't know of... more