Jack's Seafood and Soul Food

Such a great mom and pop! Two locations and we prefer the original. Their turkey, rice and gravy plate has better flavor. Super friendly staff let us try the pork feet and it did not disappoint. Loved the hush puppies and yams were perfect.

This establishment has been around forever, so when my friend from out of town stated she wanted some pig feet I knew where to take her. Everything is home cooked, so when they run out more than likely they will not have for the rest of the day so don't go in near closing. It's a very small place with just stools and a bar that seats maybe 3-4 people. Majority of their orders are take out, and you can call to place an order. My friend enjoyed the pigs feet, she did state she wish there was more gravy. I had the turkey legs, had plenty of gravy and it comes with white rice and two sides. I had the Mac and cheese with turnip greens. The turkey legs fell off the bone but seemed dry. My friend stated that's from overcooking them, but I'm not sure.

It's a shame I have to drive all the way from Durham to Jack's Seafood and Soul Food to get GOOD food! Nobody can cook in Durham. Please open a place in Durham

I have been craving chicken gizzards for a few months. I had heard of Jack's but always seemed out of my way. Today was my lucky day. I finally got to try the food. The staff was polite and helpful. The ordering area was clean and inviting. Gizzards and collards were a 5 out of 5. Both were perfectly seasoned, and the gizzards were fried right and with the right amount of crunch that I liked.The mac and cheese were not great ( 3 out of 5). It was bland and tasted like an imitation brand or just watered down a bit. I can't describe it. The mac and cheese can use improvements. Overall good southern food at an affordable price. The food I paid for aligned with the food I received. No major complaints here. Try it!

This has always been my go-to for some amazing seafood and soul food. I have never had a bad experience and the customer service is always phenomenal and friendly. More importantly, I came in with a last-minute decent-sized special order and the manager assisted me with everything I needed, and had me in and out in about 20 minutes. They have no idea the impact they had on what I needed today and I am forever grateful. I have always and will always support this business and recommend them to anyone. Thank you all again for your wonderful food for the soul and beautiful spirits!

7/30/22: Visited for this location for the first time today. It's nestled in a little, busy shopping center off of Rock Quarry Rd. next to Pizza Hut. There is plenty of parking in the lot. There is nowhere to sit inside the restaurant. All of the chairs are piled on top of the tables. It is completely carry out at this time. There's a sign that said "Masks Required", but they don't enforce it. There were many people standing inside the restaurant without one on, so...The cashier was friendly. The food came out quickly. I just don't understand why the fries were already soggy. Also, the yams tasted watery. The popcorn shrimp, smothered pork chop, and fried chicken was good though. I'd definitely go back...

We were actually able to order food once. We've tried to go a number of other times but they haven't been open or they are out of items that we want to order. The one time we were able to get food it was good but the inconsistency is ridiculous.

I came here looking to try a new place. The food was a good price for the amount they gave you, but it was pot good at all. The chicken was super salty but lacked flavor and was dry. I think their other location on New Bern is far better. The sides were good. We had Mac & cheese and coleslaw.

Three is about right for this spot.We went here for dinner tonight after their main location was closed for renovations. It's in the hood too.We hit them at peak times apparently because the wait was 25 minutes. One dude waited for an hour.The staff is VERY nice and attentive as well. Also now they're cash only.It is because they're very busy I think the food was just ok. I had the turkey wings which were baked. It's MY fault but I shouldn't have gotten them smothered. I also had cabbage and Mac and cheese. All in all the food was ok. I also "cheated" and had some sweet tea.If I'm I'm back this way I'd definitely give them another shot. Hopefully the renovated place will be open and I can go sit and chill and enjoy my food there as opposed to taking it back to my room.

This was our second visit to Jack's, but the first time at the Rock Quarry location. There were a lot of people there waiting for their food, but we were able to order right away. We both ordered the seafood 2 way platters, which is two entrees and 2 sides. My daughter ordered the fried chicken wings and fried oysters, with macaroni & cheese and potato salad. I ordered the fried fish and fried shrimp, with potato salad and lima beans. We waited about 35 minutes for our food, they then show you your food to confirm everything is prepared as ordered. There is seating within the building, but it's more of a takeout place. We both enjoyed our food and were full after, as the portions are great.