The food and beverages are fantastic--no question about it. This USED to be my favorite neighborhood bar; my last visit soured me so much, I'll never return.
I ordered a Johnnie Walker Black and a small plate of buffalo Mac. The food was delicious...but my bill was $30!!! For ONE DRINK and a small plate!! I was charged $2.50 because I ordered my drink on the rocks, and they upcharged me for ICE. The bartender claimed that the charge was due to "extra" liquor that was added to the drink to compensate for the ice. It wasn't a significant amount and I wasn't informed that that "on the rocks charges" would be added until I received my check.
The mac and cheese was also as duplicitous. The menu makes it seems that buffalo chicken mac is $6, but that's actually in addition the flat $8 that they charge for the mac itself. My mac and cheese was $14 (for a "small plate"!!) and my single JW Black, a middle shelf scotch at best, was $11.50!!! With tax etc, my total was almost $30!!! I am absolutely livid. Also, it's hot as HELL in there because there's no AC. I don't recommend James St, unless you wear a swimsuit and take an attorney to review the menu prior to ordering. I spent far too much for an app and a drink. I'll take my business to an honest establishment next time.