J. R. Crickets

Decided to drop in and get some wings on a regular Monday night. The lemon pepper wings were actually good and so was the margarita I ordered. My server was great however they get three stars for the fact that they charge you 30% on whatever you order. There is an automatic 20% gratuity for the server in this case she was good so I didn't mind. However there was also a 10% service charge that no one could explain and the charges couldn't be removed. I found that to be outrageous and on principle I cannot support this. It feels like theft. There are plenty of places with good wings so I won't be back unless they change this policy.

South Cobb Way wings are the only way to go!! Ican't even describe the tantalizing flavors that you are in store to try. One order and I'm hooked. Speedy service. Excellent food. Chill ambiance with a live DJ on the weekends. This is a definite stop when I arrive in Atlanta.

Wings were great, I was visiting from out of state and next door was crowded so I came and sat down here. Friendly staff, ordering was a breeze I just used my phone to order and pay. Inside could use some work, as water was dripping from the ceiling on my table but I didn't let that ruin my experience

One of my favorite neighborhood spots. Some say that the wings are small but I love the size of them. My favorites are the S. Cobb Way wings that are both sweet and spicy. They are always flavorful. I also love the Cricket chips. If you enjoy adult beverages, the bartenders are great, especially Star, and they have $5 Tito's and JD daily. And the DJs on Friday nights are always great.

Had a blast last night at the CRICKETS in Smyrna! The service was quick and spot on. Friday night is a whole vibe, the music was poppin and so was the food! I had the single order of lemon pepper wings with fries and blue cheese dressing and a Blue moon beer and a glass of orange juice for the beer. Hubby had the chicken finger basket with frues and a sweet tea! Parking was free. The waiter was great but I didnt like the auto gratuity, it was only 2 of us! We will come back but dang! Thanks Crickets

Update: I'm not sure if I'm placing my order correctly. I always get the buffalo shrimp platter and make it hot lemon pepper extra wet. Yet, the last few times I've been, I've received butterfly shrimp instead of the regular-sized shrimp and I don't like it. The texture and consistency is different. What happened to the regular-sized shrimp?

Pros: the wings, obviously. I haven't had a bad meal here yet. Parking is easy Cons: service can be really really slow; have ordered the drink specials only to be charged full price (after specifically asking for the special); I go early and still run into the DJ (guess that's a pro if that's your vibe); can't order tap water, they "don't have any"

Team, my apologies for downgrading my rating even more, just received the check-added $12.73 gratuity for average service. It appears that they are not interested in improving, just milking the unsuspecting patrons regardless of poor food quality and experience. I DEFINITELY would NOT recommend JR Crickets in Smyrna!

Vibe cool, waitress cool, Managers cool, wings cool..but where's the A/C? Too hot in GA to eat inside where it is hot and outside feels better than inside..and outside is hot.Do better with that. Makes eating hot food miserable.

Haven't been here for a while. There was sign that said short staff. We had to order then seat ourselves. We were charged a 10% fee for what I don't know. The food was awful. Tasted like the chicken tenders and the wings were cooked in fish grease. I will never eat there again. Maybe if they are that short staffed they need to close till they could cook the food correctly.