Amber Jack's is a family favorite. The expansive surf and turf menu is bound to have something everyone likes and the casual atmosphere ensures that everyone will be comfortable.
The converted general store is popular with customers young and old. They have a charming collection of both novelty and popular candy in barrels and buckets waiting right by the front door. Amber Jack's is great for big groups as there is plenty of seating and parking. My large family has never had to wait for a table the few times I've been here. Generally the service is really good. We had a little trouble getting our check last time, but I applaud our waitress for getting 10 people's meals right.
As soon as you sit down you will be greeted with cheese biscuits and hush puppies. I do think its a little annoying that they don't provide plates for your bread starter, but I can eat with my hands I suppose. All entrees come with a side and a choice of a second side or a trip to the salad bar. The salad bar is a little limited in toppings, however the mixed greens I had tasted very fresh. I recommend the Greek dressing in an unmarked bottle at the end of the salad bar.
The entrees are varied from steak to fish to pasta. I ordered the crab cakes with potatoes au gratin. The crab cakes had a bit more filling than I typically prefer, but they were really flavorful otherwise. A popular dish at the table was grilled mahi mahi. On the menu, most fish comes broiled or fried, but you can ask for basically any of it grilled and the goodness of your meal will increase ten fold. Another big hit was the special buffalo mac and cheese side. I don't love spicy food, but everyone at the table raved about it.
No one in the fam saved room for dessert, but the case of cakes and cheese cakes looked ridiculous. The red velvet cake is basically a foot tall and the tiramisu cheese cake is apparently the best thing Amber Jack's has going. Also, lunch here is CHEAP. Overall, the family has always been pleased with the service and food at Amber Jack's and I'm sure we will be returning in the future.