Jak’n Jil

If you’re looking for salty fried goodness, this is the place to go!
The broasted chicken was definitely the highlight of the meal and the best thing about it is that it’s made to order. They warn you that it’s gonna take 20 minutes but really it’s closer to 15. When it comes out, it’s piping hot and warms your insides! Mmm mmm!
The other menu items we had were good but pretty standard (mozz sticks, bacon cheeseburger, french fries).
This is the type of place where regulars keep it up and running. While we were there, it seemed that everyone knew each other and were there as part of their routine Friday night.
If I’m looking for fried chicken, will definitely consider returning to Jak N Jil!

9 dollars for a hot dog, fries, and a drink. Cash or check only. Footlong was ok, fries were basic. Nothing special.

Went there last week for the first time it seems like a mom and pop type restaurant, staff was very friendly ordered the fried oysters, they were raw in the middle and completely disgusting, so I ordered. A chili foot long I’ll give it a 6.5 out of 10. I assume by the big crowd that comes in here I just ordered the wrong thing probably will try again. Service was slow I wasn’t sure if I was supposed to order at the counter or at my table very unclear.

I called and was told 20 minutes but ended up waiting another 25 once I got there, while there someone came in and was out in a little over 5 minutes. When I finally got my good it looked like it was just thrown together; one sandwich hardly had meat on one side and the other sandwich had nothing but toppings on one half. When I told them about it, and showed them, all I got was an «ok» so I got my refund and went across the street to Riverside. Though it says take credit card I was told cash or check and that there is an ATM outside. I was able to get the exact same thing for $ 10 less (including a tip) and a lot better quality.

Fantastic Gyro sandwich and split pea soup was awesome! Great, fast down home atmosphere and service! I’ll be back!

Ate there today for an early dinner/​late lunch/​first actual meal I had today. It’s been two maybe three years since I’ve eaten here and never been disappointed. I took a friend to pick up his motorcycle at a place past the Kohr Bros. of 250 and wanted to get a bite to eat but didn’t want to go into «town» for a place to eat so I chose Jak ‘n Jil’s. I was thinking of getting a burger but instead went with the pork chop for $ 8.95 so basically $ 9 and I was blown away!
For $ 9 it comes with TWO VERY GENEROUS cuts of pork chop cooked just fright, the best fries you can get in the Pantops area that aren’t McDonland’s, looked like fried/​grilled onion or pineapple circles (probably onion but I didn’t eat it), and a small cup of coleslaw. I’m not a big coleslaw person but this was actually pretty good (even better than Chickfila’s)! You pay close to $ 9 at the grocery store for just one good cut of pork chop to take home and cook yourself but here for $ 9 you get two plus the sides and don’t have to do any cooking.
The lady working the counter was extremely nice and because of her great service and my great meal that had two pork chops instead of just one she earned herself a $ 3 tip even though my check was only about $ 12. I’m going to have to make this a regular stop!
The only negative things I have to say about this restaurant is parking in the front is a pain to get out since it’s right there by a busy road (High Street) which also mean getting out of the parking lot can be a nightmare especially if you want to make a left turn and they do charge 50 cents for refills which I personally think fountain drinks should have free refills but 50 cents isn’t bad considering some places charge you for another drink. Otherwise everything was great!

Classic old school diner. Legendary chili dogs and broasted chicken. I can’t vouch for the chicken (see other reviews) but the dogs are excellent. Milk shakes also rock and the onion rings are some of the best I’ve had in years. While we were in a fella ordered the daily special — a fried oyster dinner — which kind of shocked us. But we followed the order through and it looked great and he was very pleased. Nothing fancy but a trip back to simpler times.

I live over an hour from this place but will drive up there a couple of times a year for the foot-​long chili hotdog. Been doing this for YEARS. HOWEVER, have unfriendly service every single time I go. Also, pay attention to your check. I went with a friend the last time and each of us had our own check. Got the same thing. Prices were not written on the ticket. We went to the register to pay where he charged me $ 1.35 less that the same check for my friend.
Go for the food, not for the service.

Yeah this place hits the spot. In the vein of Jess’ Quick Lunch in Harrisonburg, Jak’n Jill offers delicious standard american fare at a fair price. I had the footlong dog with chili, onions and mustard. Everything was fresh and the server was very attentive and kind.

Sorry, I’m not sure why people would ever want to eat @ this place.
The footlongs were lukewarm and tasteless in a crumbling non too fresh bun. Fries were ok. Way too pricey. We won’t be returning. The only bright side was our lovely server.

The Broasted Chicken will make your day. I promise.
(I know you smartphoner’s only see this first line, so I had to show my hand there…)
In high school, we went for the hotdogs, but since I grew up, left town for a while only to return and buy a house down the street, I’ve come to realize that this place has much more to offer than hotdogs. The burger, which is less than $ 4, is a big, juicy patty on a really fresh wheat bun. You can get it with whatever you want on it too. I’m tempted to say that it’s a better burger than Riverside, just down the street. Although, I don’t really want to say that. I love Riverside for what it is. These burgers aren’t getting squashed on the griddle. It’s almost in a different style of burgers. Its definitely worth a try.
The biggest and best find I have made there has to be the broasted chicken though. I have a lot of family in Pennsylvania and went to college there and discovered the true wonder that is broasted chicken. It’s a hybrid of fried and pressure cooked and you can find it out in the boonies of central PA pretty much everywhere. Long story short, you get what has to be the best combination of crispy skin and juicy, tender meat that you’ve ever imagined. The «Broasted Chicken Snack» comes with a breast, leg, fries (which are the tied with Tubbys and Riverside for the best in town in my opinion), a cup of cole slaw and what really is just (delicious) overkill, a piece of buttery Texas toast. It’s a huge, indulgent dinner for less than $ 8. If you like Wayside Chicken, I challenge you to try Jak n Jil’s broasted chicken and tell me it’s better. (Wayside is delish, that’s just how good Jak n Jil’s chicken is)
**One caveat! You have to give them 20 minutes to cook your chicken as it’s all cooked to order. I suggest calling ahead. The staff there is super sweet and always happy to take an order and meet you with a smile.
I look forward to trying out some of their triple decker sandwiches soon.

A lot of Munaki here Jonny C!

Great foot long hotdogs. Chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry milkshake are fantastic too.
Best to park around back so you dont have to back out into traffic on High Street.

If you’re looking for down home, greasy spoon type atmosphere, this is the place for you! I love this place! Food is pretty good, people that work there are awesome! Very unique to find a place like this anymore! Gyros are terrific and I also enjoy the cheeseburgers! They are famous for their foot long hotdogs which I’ve heard are great! A true treasure!