From the outside....a run-down old timey filling station advertising Meritta Bread with no pumps visible...on the inside...still has the feel of a country store....but more. Very attentive wait staff from start to finish...knowledgeable about specials as well as all menu items. I went for the special which was fresh grouper "blackened" along with incredible REAL mashed potatoes and fresh asparagus. My wife was not as hungry and decided on a house salad with their vinaigrette dressing. I could not resist ordering the fried green tomatoes which prevented me from enjoying one of their many homemade desserts....but I assure you...the fried green tomatoes served served on a bed of braised leeks with a vinaigrette sauce was well worth the miss on dessert this time around...cause I know we will be back....with friends! Oh yes..and the small HOT homemade biscuits with butter were a nice touch as well as we waited on our meal.
The menu is not overwhelming and they serve their lunch menu at dinner as well...a nice change. Lunch items includes a shrimp and oyster Po boy (which we noticed several people enjoying that evening). Check out their current menu with this link: http://www.jakesgoodeats.com/menu
Just remember they always have some nice specials which seem to be according to fresh, local, and the chef's whelm!
I know we should be careful ever awarding 5 stars to any restaurant....but for my tastes including nice casual dining, friendly and attentive service, and GREAT food...this one hit ALL the marks. We were calling people on the way home to let them know they needed to come and try Jakes.