Cap N Jacks

[Schneids]

I read a thread earlier asking opinions on PH and Cap n Jacks, no one had nice things to say about Cap N Jacks??? This was the only request from DH, due to description in guide books. Anyone have any opinions??

 

[my3squeals]

We ate at Capn Jacks 2 years ago and all considered it to be one of our best meals there! We would do it again this time, but it is a shorter trip and are eating mostly character meals in the parks.

 

[beroh2253]

Did Cap't Jacks last Sept. and told my wife the next trip to Disney I want to make 2 ADR's for this place. One for the begining of the trip and one towards the end. So you see what we think. We did get the perfect seat sitting looking out over the bay.

 

[Dawn68PA]

Good to read these as we are probably dining here for the first time in Nov.

 

[nluvwithmickey]

Loved CJack's!

We also ate there last fall and found everything (food, setting and service) to be great. I absolutely loved the chowder and the lobster tails.

I would definitely return si don't hesitate and give it a try.

 

[mjlewis23]

We also loved Cap'n Jacks! My husband had the crab cake appetizer and the twin lobster tail last year on the DDP, and he couldn't say enough good things about it. I didn't try it, as I don't like seafood, but I can say the pot roast I ate was very good too. My daughter has some food allergies/intolerances so she can't have artificial colors, flavors, and a few preservatives. Chef Helene called us prior to our arrival (without me having to call them first), and laid out a specific menu of grilled chicken in olive oil, roasted potatoes, and green beans for her. I asked if they possibly had broccoli, as that is my daughter's favorite veggie, and she said that they only had green beans on the menu. (Which was also fine with us) That was wonderful, but then she went wayyyyy above and beyond. The chicken they normally get there is marinated, so she went to the store on the day of our dinner and bought a fresh chicken breast. Then when my DD's plate came out, there was a heaping helping of broccoli in place of the green beans. Chef Helene came to our table to see that everything was satisfactory, and I said "I thought you didn't have broccoli", and she said "Well, I was at the store anyways, so I picked some up!" I was absolutely blown away!

I was almost swayed away by the bad reviews too, but I am so glad we dined there!

Michelle

 

[guelde96]

We also loved Cap n Jacks. Last September we went with a party of 12 and everyone was happy with the food, atmosphere, service, etc...

 

[disneygal55]

My DH and I have always wondered about this restaurant. We love lobster but it has to be from the northern areas. Does anyone know where their lobster comes from?

 

[kimis]

We eat at Capn Jacks every trip and we love it! The food is great, the service is wonderful and you will enjoy it. It is actual the first place we go for dinner after our plane lands and ME carries us to the magic. Enjoy!

 

[BrookeMQ]

Our entire party of 7 loved cap n jacks. I don't like seafood but the pot roast was excellent. The smoothie was delicious (and included on the meal plan) and all of the desserts were good. My mom and sisters loved the twin lobster tails. This was definately a favorite with us. (We went Dec 07)

 

[Colleen27]

DH had the lobster there and loved it. I wasn't really impressed, but I don't care for lobster and just don't think the rest of their menu is all that appealing. The crab cakes were good, and the key lime pie was excellent, but my entree was just okay. I wouldn't hesitate to go back if DH wanted to, because it wasn't BAD or anything. Just not my cuppa tea, and I'm glad I was able to convince DH to try Narcoosees for his lobster fix on this trip!

 

[englishrose47]

Thank you for all the good reviews Iam eating there next month and am having the lobster tails . Does anyone know if you can substitute the rice for potatoes, also what do you reccommend for dessert I'm not abig choc. cake fan ????

 

[tink774]

We ate at CJacks in May 2007 for lunch one day, and we thought it was great! I had the Penne Pasta Alfredo, and loved it! Since it was not a particularly busy time, we were seated right away next to the window with a great view. We will definitely go back!

 

[cdrn1]

We LOVED Capn Jacks. The crab cakes, the desserts, and a drink called the Fuzzy Captain...Great food. Great service. Crab cakes were the BEST I have ever had.

 

[warriorboy648]

Are the lobster tails allowed on the DDP?

 

[Harambe]

This place is fine - not top of the line by any means but perfectly fine for a meal.

We found ourselves in the middle of a terrible downpour while standing 10 feet from Capn Jack's doors. Guess where we had lunch!?! The staff was very friendly, and as I said the food was fine. What we really liked about it was the nice view of the water - and with the awesome thunder and lightening, it was quite a sight.

I wouldn't make a special trip to eat here, but if we were at DTD and felt like a nice meal, we wouldn't hesitate to drop in.

As far as the lobster goes - we're right on the coast and the lobsters that the restaurants serve around here are plucked from the Atlantic by their own boats. We are "wickit" spoiled, and never order "lobsta" in Florida.

 

[KatInHat]

Ok, now I'm even more confused than ever. I think it was probably my post that the op was referring to. I was asking opinions of PH and Cap'n Jacks. The responses were not very complimentary of CJ's.
It's good to know that there are some people who liked it. I guess it's just a matter of personal preference. I was wanting to go here for the Lobster Tails.
Maybe I will give it a try. I am having such a hard time deciding which restaurants to try.. There are so many good restaurants .. so little time.

 

[disneygal55]

I just called Cap'n Jacks and asked where the lobster comes from. It is Florida lobster...my DH and I only like lobster from the Northeast, so sadly I guess we'll pass. IMO warm water lobster has a "funny" taste, but I guess some people like it.