tried to order a jacks burger from deliveroo and was advised that they are no longer delivering jacks burgers. jacks is far better than marys and they need to come up with an alternative arrangement - menulog, uber, foodora ect. devastated.
After spending quite some time in NYC and being a big fan of Anthony Bourdain, I am somewhat influenced by his methods to test for a good burger. He believes a burger must be simple, not overcomplicated, you can eat it in one hand, it must be made up of good quality meat and the cheese must be meltable! As far as I can see Jack has nailed it in all areas! Obviously the reason for such a popular spot on Missenden Road, Newtown. So the queues are no longer as long as when they first opened but the regulars keep coming back for what they know and love!
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Have been wanting to try Jack's for a while & when I finally got around to it, I was not disappointed. The menu is straight forward with 4 beef burger variations and now a chicken burger which was on a sign saying now available. I opted for the double cheeseburger and fries. The burger had 2 delicious, juicy beef patties and 2 slices of melted cheese. It didnt taste greasy and you didnt feel sick after eating this burger. The bun was light, slightly sweet & lightly toasted. I really enjoyed it. Then there were the crinckle cut fries which you dont see often nowadays. It came out piping hot, crunchy and all the grooves in the chips caught all the seasoning that were on them. It was again delicious and addictive. A new store has opened at Miranda Westfields and seems quiet at lunch times which is a pity for the atmosphere as the burgers and fries were enjoyable and perfect with a beer.
Jack's was delicious! The burgers were amazing even though it was simple! The fries were a reasonable size based on price! Their special sauce is to die for! Although I wish they didn't fill their shot-cup only half way with sauce, it doesn't accommodate for the amount of fries!
Went to Jack's on a Saturday night, I ordered straight away and had to wait about 10 minutes for them to freshly cook my burger. We ordered a cheeseburger and double cheeseburger with a side of fries. The burgers were juicy, well seasoned and cooked perfectly with the meat pink in the centre. The buns were soft but held together and the burger had a special Jacks sauce that complimented the burger. The fries are crinkle cut with a nice seasoning salt and great crunch. One of the top 5 burgers in the Sydney market.
Juicy burger that are dripping with meat juices, it's messy but hearty delicious food. We got the cheeseburger and bacon cheeseburger. The menu is limited, but the burgers are really great.
Came here for some lunch with friends. We ordered the cheeseburger, double cheeseburger and some fries. The prices were abit high for cheeseburgers, and the wait was slightly long. However, friendly service and also great cheeseburgers. I especially enjoyed the chips - which were very crispy, and the buns - which were very soft. The jacks sauce also tasted just like McDonald's big mac sauce. Overall, a very decent place for burger cravings.
The menu is pretty simple, choice of either a Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheeseburger or Veg Burger. It's all you really need though, the burgers are done well and are pretty satisfying! I also love the frozen custard shakes! The seating is pretty limited on busy periods like Saturday evenings so get in there early. Would recommend if you're in the area!
Great burger and fries by the guys at Jack's Newtown. Beef patty soft and juicy, burger bun soft and light. The fries had been coated in a spice which was delicious!
Just the thought of these burgers makes me excited like a little kid! Jack makes exactly the kind of burger I always want but can never seem to get anywhere else. The menu is pretty limited - double or single cheeseburger, with or without bacon. But what else do you need?! The patties are juicy medium-rare, the cheese is melty and delicious...just the best.
“Did we just drive an hour through traffic just to try a burger?” It all started when my boyfriend’s co-worker said the best burger he ever had was from Jacks in Newtown. I googled it and read posts about how in their first weeks of opening there were massive lines and it was constantly selling out. That was enough to convince us and one weekend we set out to Newtown to try to discover that they were closed! Let down, we forgot about trying Jacks for a few months until we tried burgers from Bar Luca and as I mentioned in a previous post it officially put me on the burger bandwagon and we were curious to see if Jack’s could beat it. So that’s how we found ourselves in bumper to bumper weekend traffic.
Mmmmm... This IS a tasty burger!
Don't bother with marys. The only reason I'll ever go back to marys is if I want a beer with my burger. The burgers at jacks are very similar to Mary's... Just 27 times better!! Not a cheap burger... But certainly not a disappointing burger.
Basically a rip off of Shake Shack in America. The burgers here are good, but nothing to rave about. The fries were pretty average. I thought the vanilla custard shake was the highlight of the meal, I really enjoyed it and wished it wasn't so small but I probably wouldn't go back here to eat.
Why the hate? This place gets stomped on by that Fatties group on FB so i decided to try it out. Why the drama? It's really not bad. The burger was pretty decent. It was juicy, good proportions, nice buns and hella good patty. I was annoyed that the chips didn't come with the burger so you have to order it separately but that's really no biggie. Just a tad overprice in my opinion but I would probably come again.
A good American style burger. Super moist, dripping with cheese and greasy as can be. Had to go for a long walk after but they balance the right amount of salad and meat n cheese. The only vice would be the seasoning in the meat patty- I couldn't taste any! But the jacks sauce made up for it. I just wish they would give more than what we paid for- 2 dollars for the tiniest tub. Crinkle cut chips were delicious and reminded me of an American diner experience. Being from LA, I'm critical on the burgers that I find here and sometimes just crave a simple cheeseburger with a good meat patty. This place ALMOST hit the spot :) I would come back tho as it's better than some of the neighbouring burger joints
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I had a craving for a burger so since this was close by and by all accounts keeps getting compared to Shake Shack, I had to give it a try. When I arrived the place was heaving with people getting their share of a burgers, fries and shakes. I thought why not and decided to sample all three. They have a limited menu which keeps it simple for them as when busy it takes a while for them to get through all the orders. Line up, order and pay at the counter then your name is called when your meal is ready. The service was nice enough.
I went with a Double Bacon Cheeseburger (at $17 is not cheap) and it was nice but not the best burger I have tasted. The potato bun was too small for the burger and not heated so detracted from the burger. It was a messy burger to eat as you had the patties going everywhere with the sauce and the crispy bacon. I went through quite a few serviettes cleaning my fingers from the sauce. Again this compounded due to the fact they need larger buns.
The Fries ($5) were nice and crispy and the crinkle cut variety of chips. I had forgone Jack's Sauce (which I think was in the burger) and stuck to the ketchup they had for free.
I had the Vanilla Frozen Custard Shake ($6 for small). This was thick, creamy, and everything I wanted out of the shake and probably my favourite part of the meal.
I guess when it is hyped up so much you raise your standards a lot. Overall cost of $28 is not cheap. It is decent enough and guess I stand in the middle where I don't think it is horrible but not exactly rave worthy.
The infamous cheeseburger with BACON and a side of crispy fries (add the "jack" sauce)!!!! 🍟🍔
The milk bun with all the juicy goodness is gone within four devouring bites (maybe order two or the double).
The mid range rating hasn't given fair warning for burger lovers, it's a must try if you're on the burger bandwagon.
Simple menu for simple satisfaction. More often I prefer plants to meat these days, however threw in the towel after constant attempts to convince me that Jack's are delicious. They weren't wrong. I'm not huge on burgers but the first bite, even into a 15 minute delivered Jack, hits all the expected high notes of a decent burger.
Tender, Juicy, with a pink fleshy pattie, and you can actually taste all the elements. The burger has the right ratios and balanced well - hello Pickles! Jack's understand the beauty of a basic, traditional burger, rather than morphing it into some Burgenstein creation with additions of whatever flavour of the month Sydney is loving at whatever time.
Steer away from the double if you're getting these bad boys delivered, as they don't travel all too well.
Second lunch took me to the other end of town to @jacksnewtown where I'd heard so much and never tried!
Double bacon cheeseburger: double beef, double american cheddar, double crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato and jacks sauce 🍔
People ragging on this place are a bit snobby. Its a good standard dirty cheeseburger! With BACON! WRAP ya face around this little cutey!
Late post - came here at smack bang midday on a sunday. We were able to get a seat & ordered the usual burgs. I quite liked the jacks sauce and the burger is just right. Not too over complicated with crunchy fries. The bun looks unappealing but it is quite soft and fresh.
Similar to shake shack in the U.S - did not disappoint.
The fries are always so fresh, the jack sauce is amazing and the frozen custard is unreal
Like most burger joints nowadays, the menu is small and straight to the point. We were there for lunch, and although there was a constant flow of customers, there was always seating available.
We decided to try the cheeseburgers ($10 each) and add on some chips ($5). The crinkle cut chips are nice and crunchy, but were way too salty like some have mentioned. The burgers are not the typical cheeseburgers with only a meat patty and melted cheese, these also came with lettuce, tomato and some pickles - just the way I like them. Burgers aren't big, but I really enjoyed them. Simple, but really tasty.
The only thing this place is lacking is the atmosphere. It is a great spot for lunch or a quick feed, but not a place to linger like a bar or diner. I would recommend coming here for lunch, rather than for dinner. Overall, I am not sure why there are many reviews with ratings so low. I have tried all sorts of burgers near and far, and the burgers here deserve more than just a 1 or 2 rating.
Had the cheeseburger and also a side of fries + Jack's sauce.
The cheeseburger were awesome ! Love the crunchy lettuce (makes you feel less guilty), the patty was really juicy and flavoursome.
The crinkle cut fries were too salty for my liking, but it was really crunchy.
My new favourite burger place! Haters gone' hate!
I cannot fault the bacon cheeseburger, all the elements on it made it a flavour bomb. The Jack's sauce is like a pimped Russian dressing with a nice spice to it. Their Vic's meat blended 80-20 meat-to-fat ratio patty was deliciously juicy and had a great flavour. I felt like I was turning into infamous YouTube fast food reviewer Dayum Drops while I ate the burger and in my head i started thinking 'DAYUMMM! DAYUUMM! DAYUMMMM!'. It was a bit greasy because of the bacon, but that's a small price to pay for perfection. I loved the crispy crinkle cut chips too, get Jack's sauce on the side for an extra $2 and you'll be wishing you could buy it bottled. People complaining that the burger falls apart and the buns are weird don't get it - it's an American style burger and this is how it's meant to be.
No line when i went, but we did have to wait a few minutes till there were spare seats, no biggie though. NOTE: They also have bottled coke.
I don't know what these negative reviewers are talking about. This burger is awesome! I've had burgers near and far and this is one of the top ones for sure!
Not the fanciest or graceful looking burger. In fact, it was rather sloppy. The top bun was half torn off and the lettuce was more out than in. But I guess rustic is good when it comes to burgers. Taste was pretty good. Nice soft bun which held together quite well, a decent amount of veggies, and a tasty patty. Note that the patty is cooked right through. Not sure if they cook to a medium rare if you ask for it or not. If I had any complaints, I'd say it was a tad small. Smaller than the other burgers around town. Enjoyed the burger but only because there was no queue. Don't think I'd queue up extensively for it. (Note: took a good 10+ mins for the (1) burger to come out. Cooked to order so they're not super quick. But I'm ok with that).
Have been to Jacks 3 times now and I have to say each visit I have thoroughly enjoyed it! My Husband and I live an hour away and specifically travel to Newtown to visit Jacks! its our new spot :) we have a small baby and we are always made to feel welcome. As for the Burgers they are Delicious, Juicy and full of flavor. The store has been very clean each visit and we are always quick to be served (we have been both a Saturday and Sunday) Cant wait to visit again!
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Jack's Newtown kind of came out of nowhere a few months ago and Sydney food bloggers started calling it Sydney's Shake Shack. I swear, the majority of those bloggers have never been to Shake Shack in their lives because the only two similarities Jack's Newtown has to Shake Shack in terms of food is a potato bun and crinkle cut fries. That being said, the burgers here are my kind of burger and kind of take a page out of the cooking methods of Smashburger in the US, where the beef starts as a ball and is smashed (flattened) down on the grill. I ordered the double.
80/20 beef from Vic's Meat, Jack's sauce, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle.
It goes without saying that potato buns are my all time favourite for burgers, as I grew up on them. Jack's emulates these perfectly, and along with the 80/20 beef this is an extremely juicy and flavourful burger. Jack's sauce is a mix of honey mustard, mayo, and some extra seasoning and adds another element to the burger but kind of overshadows the lettuce, tomato, and pickle. The downside to this burger is it's on the small side, so even a double may not fill you up, but it's a small one that packs a taste bomb.
Catch them everyday but Monday.
Beef: 4.5
Bun: 4.7
Toppings: 4.3
Overall: 4.5/5
Very close to where I live so decided to drop in on a Tuesday evening. Despite the reviews this place has gotten, it is always packed as it was when I went.
I got the cheese burger with bacon and a side of chips. I was quite surprised at how small the burger was. But it tasted quite good and I wasn't too hungry for a big one anyway.
Been here a couple of times now and each time has been very good. Some other reviews talk about big lines but I must have been lucky as haven't ever had to wait long to be served or get food. The burgers are simple and delicious. The fries come in generous servings (would share one between two). All up I would highly recommend!
No one can live up to hype. Even if the legendary shack shack opened their doors here people would still find a way to give poor reviews.
HONEST REVIEW - burgers are quite expensive and on the small side. Recommend the double patty as this was quite filling at $15 for the burger by itself
The burger itself is delicious with Melty cheese and the meat is cooked very well (medium rare). The jacks sauce is unique, mustardy with a tang. They charge $2 for a side of it bough and the side is small. However, I was given 2 free sides of it at no charge when I asked for extra sauce on my burger. Fries are fries, not the best, not the worst. Would take the burger any day over Mary's but not as good as Mister G's.
If you're into an American style messy burger this will satisfy our cravings.
Rating based purely on the burger itself
I've come here many times and have had a good meal each time. I have no idea why the other reviews are all so harsh... It is honestly one of my favourite burgers. It is juicy and soft and just all-round delicious! The sauce is also super tasty! The crinkled hot chips were a great side too. They even provide wet towels which I thought was a wonderful idea.
There was no holding back so I opted for their double cheeseburger ($15). It had double beef patty, two sexy melted cheese, lettuce, tomato and a special sauce. All held in a soft potato bun. It was nothing short of excellent!
This new burger joint has just been opened in Newtown, and each day, a long line of people awaits to try one of their infamous burgers. Social media has hyped up this place, with a recent article in Good Food suggesting that this may be the best burger place in Sydney, comparing it with the legendary American fast-food chain, Shake Shack. However, reviews have since been mixed about this place, so we decided to brave the queues and try it out for ourselves.
Okay, so I'm sure you've heard all the hype about Jack's, well so had we, so we thought it was about time we went and found out what all the fuss was about. After about a twenty minute wait, I ordered the double cheeseburger with bacon and a side of fries. The burger was actually pretty good. The potato bun was soft, the patty struck the right balance between meat and fat and was cooked to a perfect medium, the bacon was smokey and crispy, and the sauce was creamy-tangy. The fries were also surprisingly good too; crunchy and salty as they should be. Would I go back? Sure, as long as there's no line.
Jacks at 170 Missenden Road is Sydney’s newest burger joint and what’s here is pretty banging burgers, soda that isn’t loaded with sugar, some tasty crinkle fries. That’s it and that’s what matters for a burger joint really. Good? Yes. Menu @jacksnewtown 🍔🍟🍦 #newtown #burgers #fries #frozencustard
So excited about this new addition to the Newtown food scene! The line was hectic but the burger was definitely worth the wait. I ordered the bacon cheeseburger and fries. The meat was juicy and the sauce was perfection. I didn't expect to like the crinkle cut fries but they were the perfect addition to the meal. The hype for Jack's is well deserved.
She says: I have been obsessed with this place ever since it was a kebab shop that closed because it was vandalised. He used to claim that the kebab shop was superior to Istanbul down the road but I have stood by my boy Istanbul because I am 100% sure it saved me from alcohol poisoning in my early 20s a million times over. He and I stalked this place every day it was under renovation and when we were popped our heads in during the renos and the lady inside informed us that it would be a ‘fast food’ restaurant we had our fingers and toes crossed for burgers. And we were pumped when the neon sign was revealed and our dreams came true.
Jacks Newtown is already home to lines bursting out of its door after only being open for two weeks. It’s gotten coverage on Broadsheet and is a darling amongst the Fatties Burger Appreciation Society.
Just around the corner from home so have frequented jacks a couple of times and each time - the wait is incredulously slow. Make sure you either beef the cheeseburger up with bacon or an extra patty otherwise it feels a bit like a snack.
Veggie burger was good - authentic american cheese! Custard shake was thick, fries where crispy. Simple menu, good location.
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