Reviews describe Jack Le Coq as a go-to spot for fried chicken with crispy crust, juicy meat, and generous portions served in a nostalgic retro atmosphere. The tenders, especially Nashville and red spicy varieties, along with the Jack Classic and Deluxe burgers, are frequently highlighted as must-try items. Sides such as waffle fries, poutine, and macaroni and cheese are commonly mentioned, with fry texture noted as crunchy by some and less favorable when delivery or cooking affects quality. The overall sentiment is that the chicken is fresh and flavorful when prepared well, but several reviews report changes in recipe, quality, or price since ownership changes, leading some to say the value has declined. Service is typically fast and friendly, with many praising the upbeat atmosphere and efficient takeout or dine-in options; however there are occasional complaints about errors, miscommunication, or missing items on orders. A few diners describe issues like undercooked chicken on a first order, inconsistent portions, or long waits at peak times, but these are not universal. Despite the variability, Jack Le Coq is widely regarded as one of the best fried chicken spots in the area, drawing repeat visits for the crispy texture, variety of sauces, and comfort-food appeal.
The young woman at the counter in the mornings is so sweet! Great customer service & she keeps the place tidy. Even when it rushes she still greets customers in a respectful manner. Love to eat here & study, there's always great music & an overall chill ambiance.
Sep 6, 2024
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ENFIN des portions généreuses, une qualité de poulet largement superieure à ce qui se fait sur le marché & overall une bonne adresse. Super satisfait. Merci !
Aug 27, 2024
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I went today to this place. The fries🍟are good. The chicken tenders are good. The chicken sandwich is ok. But the service is not good. The guy from the counter basically kicked us out. I ordered to go, but I was waiting for my wife so we sat by a table for a moment & opened our bag to eat the fries & the guy from the counter came & asked us why we were sitting if we ordered to go. I said that I was waiting for my wife. & he repeated the question to make us feel uncomfortable 😣. Very bad service from that guy. We were the only two other customers in the whole restaurant, full of empty tables. Train your people to make the customer feel welcome in your restaurant! I am not coming back.
Aug 20, 2024
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Jy syis souvent allé la première année de leurbouverture & c'était excellent phis à un moment donné 2 fois j'ai eu des repas pasangeable. Dieu merçi cette phase semble être chose du passée & on est de retour au bon poulet généreux des débuts. Le poulet était parfait croustillant à l'extéreiur tendre & juteux à l'intérieur. Les frites était bonne & croustillante, par contre pas de sauce :(. Quel bonheur de retrouver du bon poulet frit!
Pretty good chicken & good list of items on the menu. You can refill your drink! The price is comparable to other similar restaurant. The service is ok & the decorations is retro. The fries are passable. Missing music to improve the ambiance.
Meilleure poulet frit fast Food à Montréal. Portion très généreuse. Le poulet est tendre. La salade César au poulet contient trop de sauce par contre. Le bacon est bien cuit. Les hamburgers poulet sont délicieux, surtout la quantité de poulet est incroyable! Ça déborde de tous les côtés. Les frites sont acceptables. L'ambiance est bonne & le décor est rétro & dynamique.
