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Jax CafeB+

1928 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418 · American restaurant, Bar, Cafe · Northeast

Classic Northeast steakhouse with a standout garden patio and reliable prime rib; excellent for celebrations, but pricing is high and seafood/service consistency varies.

Why this grade

Jax Cafe delivers competitive neighborhood steakhouse quality anchored by exceptional garden patio ambiance and warm, attentive service. Prime rib and steaks earn consistent praise, but seafood inconsistency and occasional execution lapses prevent grade A territory. A beloved local institution for celebrations and traditional American dining, though not without occasional reliability concerns.

One caveat: Seafood inconsistency: a few reports of undercooked walleye and middling oysters

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Opening Hours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday15:30–21:00 Thursday15:30–21:00 Friday11:00–14:00, 15:30–21:00 Saturday10:00–21:00 Sunday10:00–20:00
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