Probably one of the most happening spots for dinner in Pickering these days. With good reason too, Jack Astors consistently puts out decent food, has a great ambiance and has staff that are always exceptionally friendly and courteous.
There are two things for me that consistently put Jack Astors over the top. First the service is really, really good. Lindsay was helping us out during our visit. She was super friendly and really good at making us feel welcome. She was able to explain menu items and was always one step ahead with getting condiments, drinks, extra plates, etc without prompting. The second thing is that the food is very consistent. We shared the short board veggie nachos which were tasty and you didn't actually miss the meat with the generous amount of avocado on it. They aren't your average nachos as they come as individual chips topped with goodies. Some nacho purists might not like this but it's way easier to ensure toppings are evenly distributed and it's a little less messy. We also shared the local Pickering menu special fish and chips. The fish was a deliciously flaky and juicy white fish coated in crispy panko. It wasn't too greasy even with the french fries side. The coleslaw was a great complement to what was a heavily fried main. It was worth noting that there was only one piece of fish but it was pretty big.
The restaurant has a pretty fun ambiance overall. You're never out of line of sight of a TV which is usually playing some Just For Laughs reel or sports. There are crayons at every table and you can doodle on the table "cloths" while you wait for your food. The seating is usually pretty comfortable, especially in the booths. If you're ever looking for a casual meal in Pickering, this is is the spot to be!