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American, Bar
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All reviews burger ribs potato skins chilli american food overlooking the marina ate here lovely view food was amazing lovely meal top class well worth a visit holiday fab terrace
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Called in for a walk round the port on our way back to the airport for a late lunch. Nice table over looking the marina. Nice food and service. Just nice. Wagu burger was tasty but shrank so lots of bread bun. Nothing outstanding just...clean and nice service.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Excellent food at a fair price, service was brilliant, would definitely recommend for a lovely meal with ana Ing views of the harbour, five stars for me

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Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 November 2023

Absolutely beautiful place overlooking the harbour. Lovely atmosphere and vibe. Service was great - the staff didn't stop all evening! Food was superb - slow braised steak and lamb cutlets. Recommend cocktail 'who's coco who' too. Advise to book to get a nice table, many...people were turned away, it was so popular. If you are here at Halloween, loads going on for the children. Love this place! ❤️More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 31 October 2023 via mobile

Visited Jacks smokehouse while on holiday in Benalmadena, we sat outside with an amazing view of the marina as the sun went down and the lights went on all around the maina. The service was quick and the the staff were all pleasant and they...even put a patio heater near us as the sun went down and the temperature dropped slightly. I ordered the Jacks Smokehouse burger for my main and had Key Lime pie for dessert. Both the burger and the key lime pie were amazing and went down well. The food was reasonably priced and well worth every euro paid. I will definitely visit again next time i goto Benalmadena.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 22 October 2023

Didn’t rate my food but my partner had a nice steak. Also I ordered a cocktail it was 11 Euros and there were loads of tiny flies on the fruit and right through the drink so I left it

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 19 October 2023 via mobile

Very busy. Hadn’t booked and just turned up. Waited about 15 minutes for a table, which was fine. We were sat at a little bar table while we waited and didn’t get asked if we wanted a drink during that time. Business is losing money...by not offering that. Limited menu, but was nice. Chicken isn’t completely boneless as it said on the menu. Chicken was tasty. Onion rings and sweet potato fries were nice. Shame that it took so long for our drinks order to come that our food arrived a few minutes laterMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 8 October 2023

To say jacks has went downhill in a year is an understatement. Went october last year five times and was always very good. Went 3 times this October and it got worse and worse. Went last nite october 7th 23 and starters were very good....Then on to mains and had to send back the ribs as the sloppy fat could be spooned off under the bbq sauce. Even the waiter could see it straight away. Then my partner sent back the chicken burger because it was unreal tough even though she had it 2 nights before and it was perfect. I then tried the fajitas and they were pure oil with very little flavour. My daughters chicken off the kids menu was also very poor even though it was perfect a few nites before. We paid the bill of nearly €50 for 2 starters and the kids meal and they charged for fajitas. Even though I ate all of one spoon of it. They did take the 2 adults drinks off the bill. Very disappointed in a place that was so good. Always said it was the best place to eat in benalmadena but last nite changed that for sure.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Cyril Duval, Director General at Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena, responded to this reviewResponded 16 October 2023

Dear 737cayhall, We are sorry your last meal in our establishment was not as good as expected. As you informed us through your review, you have been returning to us several times. That is a pity for us to that you stayed on this last...More

Reviewed 7 October 2023

Good food, terrible service. Waiter dropped the food on the table and we didn’t see him again. We had to get up and go to the till 30mins later to ask for the billMore

Date of visit: October 2023
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Cyril Duval, Director General at Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena, responded to this reviewResponded 16 October 2023

Dear Lazydavey, we definitely apologize if you were not pleased with service during your visit. We pride ourselves in paying a very special attention to every table we care for to ensure customers satisfaction. Therefore we are glad you enjoyed your dinner. Kind regards. Jacks...More

Reviewed 6 October 2023 via mobile

Great food… especially the kids menu, the tempura prawns were delicious , great service and a lovely view. Really recommend

Date of visit: October 2023
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Cyril Duval, Director General at Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena, responded to this reviewResponded 16 October 2023

🤩 Kids are also allowed to enjoy their dinner. That is why we provide a wide range of dishes within kids menu. Plenty of choices with view onto the harbour. 🚤🌞

Reviewed 3 October 2023

Coeliac review. Great atmosphere, great food. Manager Anais very helpful in showing me what was safe to eat. Allergens marked on the menu. Fries are gluten free and cooked in a dedicated fryer. Burger with gluten free bun. Pizza on gluten free base cooked on...a tray to avoid cross contamination. Gluten free beer. Lots of choice and staff all really friendly. Highly recommend. Music was great too. We ate here 3 times.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Cyril Duval, Director General at Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena, responded to this reviewResponded 16 October 2023

Thumbs up for this beautiful and very specific review! You already delivered the info for our next coeliac customers .🍔🍕🍺🍟🍮

Reviewed 3 October 2023

Great place and friendly staff.. food is absolutely spot on .Great value for money and portion sizes are decent it's a must visit

Date of visit: September 2023
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Cyril Duval, Director General at Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena, responded to this reviewResponded 16 October 2023

Dear Eholcombe, We pride ourselves in giving the best quality food and portions sizes in a friendly atmosphere. Location and amzing view is only one part of it. Thanks for your comment. See you on your next visit around

Reviewed 30 September 2023 via mobile

Omg if you haven’t experienced Jacks then you are missing a treat ! The food is to die for and the service is great too! Thank you for a great evening x

Date of visit: September 2023
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Cyril Duval, Director General at Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena, responded to this reviewResponded 16 October 2023

Dear Nicjane, we are really glad and proud you were delighted with your meal from start to finish! Thanks for the comment 👌

Reviewed 25 September 2023

Good selection of food. Reasonable prices considering the location and music as well giving a party atmosphere.

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Date of visit: September 2023
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Cyril Duval, Director General at Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena, responded to this reviewResponded 16 October 2023

On behalf of the whole team, thank you very much for this nice feedback!!🤗

Reviewed 15 September 2023 via mobile

Been to Jack's a few times and the food is always good. But the staff are excellent. Very accommodating nothing is to much trouble and all done with a smile. The lamb chops on mash with beans and mint gravy is amazing! Will be back...soon Rob & JaneMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Cyril Duval, General Manager at Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena, responded to this reviewResponded 30 September 2023

Dear Jane, Thank you very much for getting back to us through this great review. Hard work and dedication pays off when reading that from happy customers. We´ll be here, anytime, with good vibes and smile to receive you!! ☺

Reviewed 13 September 2023

Fantastic food with an amazing view. We visited Jacks twice whilst staying in Benalmadena. The food is seriously amazing 10/10

Date of visit: September 2023
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Cyril Duval, General Manager at Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena, responded to this reviewResponded 30 September 2023

Really thrilled to read this review 🤗🤩!! We could not expect a better mark . See you next time.

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Jacks Smokehouse Benalmadena is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4