Jack's Famous Deli

Jack's is a circus and with that, welcome to the big top and enjoy the show. I have been expanding my reach for lunch while in the office. Most people I work with don't like to venture out too much, but for me, I will put in the footwork to find a new place that I can throw into my rotation.After a quick walk I was here and thrown into the madness with everyone else. I purposefully showed up after what I though was going to be the lunch rush and was surprised by the amount of people still piling in to grab themselves some lunch like me.I'm going to be honest here, I had no idea what I was doing in here as it was my first visit. I had no idea how things worked in this circus, but I was going to try my best to fit in. When I got inside I stood in a line that I though was the place to be. I had no clue if this is how this place flowed, but I went with it. Luckily for me it was the right thing to do. That line had constant movement and before I knew it I was at the front and placing my order. I ordered two sandwiches and fries (they were on special that day).Then this is where you get to sit back and enjoy the show. After you order you are given your number for your order and you kind of just get pushed off to the sides and are able to take it all in. This is where I realized that there really isn't any one particular way to go about getting food in here. In the middle of it all is the hot/cold bar where you can order salads, sides and soups. I was wondering how some people were getting out of here so fast and that was it, some knew they wanted to just have some soup or nosh on a salad and that was the way for them.As I am watching the show in front of me, I keep getting pushed back further and further to what I am assuming is a corridor that connects to the main building or the restrooms. I kept seeing people getting their orders as I stood there. Finally they called my number and told me I still had to wait for the fries. If I would have known it was going to take that long I probably wouldn't have ordered them. But that also let me look over the coolers for a drink and then eventually get a dessert, even though I didn't need one.My fries were finally done and I got in line to pay. The circus continues here as there are multiple lines, but no one knows which one they should be getting into. With my food in hand and having paid, I was finally able to get out the door and back to my office.I ordered two sandwiches here because I knew I was going to be in the office late that evening and it was like killing two birds with one stone type of situation. For my lunchtime sandwich I went with a BLT as I have been on that kick for a minute now. It was delicious and I was happy to have that pickle wrapped up in there with it.For my later meal I went with an egg salad sandwich which I knew would hold better in a fridge for later. Also paired with a pickle. My soda choice matched perfectly and that, my friends, is how you get a show with your meal. Go to a vibrantly busy business and watch the mishmash of people buzz about.Not bad for review 3,300!

solid deli, does the job in a pinch but I wouldn't go out of my way. food is decent, prices are still dc prices. The Reuben needed more kraut and dressing, the corned beef didn't have much flavor. Good texture on the rye bread. breakfast sandwiches are ok, corned beef hash is what you'd find from a can. they have a hot bar that's charged by weight.

My go to spot when I'm around the judiciary square area for breakfast. NY style deli but also has grits and biscuits. Corned beef always hits the spot. They also make fresh sandwiches. I would recommend the sausage, egg, and cheese, on a croissant. Can't go wrong with a bagel either.

Speedy and friendly service from the staffs at Jack's Famous Deli. Mrs. Lee (Manager/Owner) is always friendly and smiling which is rare nowadays. I eat here at least twice a week for breakfast and lunch. Highly recommended!

Best Seattle coffee in town. Nice salads and great staff.High top seating. Raghav

This Jack's Famous Deli location on 3rd Street in DC is a great option for delicious food that is well prepared. I really like the location and everything that they have available here. The staff here is very friendly and accommodating to make sure that you have everything that you need.

The food was delicious but the cooks really need to learn the English Language better for taking orders. They ended up getting my order wrong to the point another worker had to tell them in Spanish what I wanted. That was frustrating but they ended up getting the order correct & it was very good. Recommended go if your in Washington D.C.

Cute Deli in the city. They open early! Short walk from Judiciary Square. They have breakfast in the am. Coffee and more.I just got a beverage so I cannot really review the food but it sure did smell good. Lots of in and out clients.They sell milk and half and half for all those who have offices near by.

The best part of the sandwich was the bread. Disappointing, when I was really in the mood for a good deli sandwich.

So gas, so flames, love this place, good drank, Corned beef Reuben good smells. Sweet peeps