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Captain Jacks Prime Rib and Seafood Restaurant

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16812 Pacific Coast Hwy
Huntington Beach, CA 92649

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Captain Jacks Prime Rib and Seafood Restaurant
Local(562) 592-2514

16812 Pacific Coast Hwy
Huntington Beach, CA 92649

http://orangecounty.citysearch.com/profile/208797/sunset_beach_ca/captain_jack_s_prime_rib.html

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Captain Jack's Prime Rib is a two star restaurant in Sunset Beach. This very affordable restaurant has been around for the last 8 years, and is one of the popular eateries in the area. It's known for its seafood. This place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant features a full bar. This restaurant is open late and good for groups.

User Reviews of Captain Jacks Prime Rib and Seafood Restaurant

Yelp.com Review - by Amanda P.

5.0 of 5 stars. The bar here is awesome; the whole restauraunt actually feels sunken, and its kind of low (you walk down steps to get inside) and the feel is that your inside a ship. I want to be married to a man...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by wade l.

4.0 of 5 stars. Very tasty Alaskan King Crab legs.Very large cuts of delicious bone-in Prime Rib.Friendly wait staff, although a bit slow.Steamed Clams are excellent, must have. Steamed Mussels are also good,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa Z.

5.0 of 5 stars. Wow...what a great place. We sat at the bar for a cocktail before dinner and Tom, the nice and friendly bartender helped us out. Although he said I don't look like a "Manhattan" person. Is this a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ari R.

4.0 of 5 stars. The moment I walked into this place I could tell it was my style. Captain Jack's is a dimly lit, old school (almost tiki-ish) restaurant. The kind of place where you can get a great salad on a chilled...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jorge S.

5.0 of 5 stars. A Hidden GEM! 40-50 $ a person but you get a couple of the hugest crab (King of course) legs you've ever seen. Like a plate of midgets' arms! They give you close to 3 lbs of crab, (other places...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Brad B.

2.0 of 5 stars. Place has some charm and the server staff was very good but the chef should be fired. Any place that boasts being famous for Prime Rib should be able to muster up some prime rib in the medium rare...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by John S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I'm a cheap guy, and while I appreciate good food, I hate paying high prices. For this reason, up until recently, I'd only been to Captain Jack's once for my birthday. However, my buddy that works...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Eve K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Cheeky dark old school locale renowned for alaskan king crab and prime rib. Cost to worth it rating: 2 (crab entrees ~$40/person) Return worthiness: maybe, maybe not Highlights: - Staff: friendly, fun...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rink R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Hands down the best Alaskan King Crab Legs I've ever tasted and I've had them everywhere but Alaska!
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Charles B.

5.0 of 5 stars. King crab legs reign here! I was "in a zone" when the plate arrived at my table. The process started with cracking the legs open and finding the biggest chunks of crab I have seen, then dipping the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Bernadette A.

4.0 of 5 stars. The portions they serve here are ridiculous! Definitely not for the faint of heart. I can't comment on the meat since I didn't have any but the crab legs were decadent. I'm guilty of eating the crab...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Soo K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I loved how the king crab legs are the size of my arms. Granted I'm just barely over 5 feet tall, these legs impressed everyone. I ordered the surf and turf with a filet mignon and half order or...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lucy S.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've heard great things about this place and after reading all the reviews on here about the crab, the crab, the marvelous crab! I was expecting it to melt like butta in my mouth. maybe that's why i...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Fernando A.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you want king crab and prime rib, this is the place to go. It's kind of pricey at $42 for the combo plate, but the food was really good. My wife got the seafood combo of shrimp, fish, scallops,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've never had crab that I liked and would take more than one bite of...until I found Captain Jack's. It's like their crab legs come from another planet or something, somewhere that no other...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Annmarie L.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is the best place to eat. The setting is classy yet you can come dressed as your are. From the decor to the service I rate this establishment 5 stars. The restaurant opens up at 5pm. Reservations...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by matt w.

5.0 of 5 stars. if you want the best seafood around and you're not afraid to pay for it, this is your place.best king crab in the state of California. amazing seafood.stay away from the shrimp skampy, it's mega...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Love good eats k.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've had two dishes here: their alaskan king crab legs and broiled chilean seabass and they both definitely deserve 5 stars. i've tried alaskan king crab legs at other places but captain jacks' has...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mr. Sweaters H.

5.0 of 5 stars. People who never dined out anywhere good before 1985..do not like Captain Jacks .see Mr Sweaters knows a few things.. Before 1985 restaurants were different much like this Captain Jacks place..you...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by bryan h.

4.0 of 5 stars. food: 9service: 6drinks: 6design/ambiace: 7 (lounge 9)crowd: 6wait/parking/reservations: 8Ok, I gave a 9 for food because they really do have the best Crab Legs in Cali. I went there a week ago on a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Gstar K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Was cautioned by other Yelpers but...Holy King Crab!!! Looked like it came out of those sci-fi stories ab/deep sea monsters. Not a typical a meal when you have to wrestle your food for survival. That...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicki M.

3.0 of 5 stars. I am truly torn. On the one hand (the hand all covered in butter and crab bits), I love Captain Jack's with all my heart. From it's dark interior to it's wonderfully weird vibe. It has long been my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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GREAT PLACE FOR YOU AND YOUR HUBBY!!

My husband and I went to Captain Jack's last weekend, I loved it! I am a steak and sea food lover! the atmosphere was great, they have live entertainment by candle lite while you wait to be seated.. then when...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by popito m.

5.0 of 5 stars. while this restaurant is on the expensive side, its worth every penny. it is the absolute best restaurant off all time. going to captain jack's to me is like walking straight into heaven. the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jared L.

4.0 of 5 stars. So the service is spotty, hurried, and you never see the same waitperson twice (by design?). So the salad is straight-up 1970's white lettuce and carrot and heavy dressing. So the lighting is poor...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Anne G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Any restaurant that serves a plate of mutantly large crab legs is tops in my book. They also have the best potato skins I have ever had, a mountain of potatoes piled high with crab, shrimp and other...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan S.

4.0 of 5 stars. The crab legs are SO good, you don't even need butter. Need I say more? The service is usually pretty good and everyone is fairly upbeat. I deducted a star for the horrendous parking. Plus it's pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Alison B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Okay so I came here with my girlfriend and her fake boyfriend...yes, that's right her fake boyfriend (she calls him her boyfriend and he calls her when he wants to). Okay so she is a bit annoying. I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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Best crab legs, prime rib, and cocktails, but horrible management!

This place needs to fire their two dinosaur managers... Carol and Bunny, what a couple of useless old stoves!!! Hacks. Other than that, best place ever... Tim Haley is the best.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Karey R.

3.0 of 5 stars. My sister loves this place, so we come here every once in awhile with her, but this time we went on our own. We come in with a reservation but wait 20 minutes for our table. We brought our daughter...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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Great crablegs, poor service and looong waits

Grew up in OC but sad to say, I never went to Capt. Jacks. I have since moved away up north, but my sister who lives in HB, highly recommended Capt. Jack's. She raves about the crablegs being the best in town....
citysearch.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin C.

5.0 of 5 stars. OK, I know that this will be my second 5 star review in a row, straight out of the box, but people, come on.......This place is old school, and gets all of its business from locals, and word of mouth....
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Van T.

2.0 of 5 stars. very over hyped! i was expecting a lot more from Jack's since I heard so many good things about this place. i went there for my birthday and tried the King Crab Legs and Steak - both below average....
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Just us ..

4.0 of 5 stars. We missed the valet park 2x...you turn into the street by the place and it's right there on your right (yes it's kinda dark) but there is a sign.My brother made reservations so that was good, it...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great food quality/portions.Decent customer service.A little expensive but still a good value.Bottom line would recommend this place. The portions are big and the food is good. There was no way I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shon L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I know why people have a hate/love relationship with this place. Especially the more frugal yelpers. Its pricey. The place is dark as hell. Service can be spotty. Alleged false credit card...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Skydog C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great surf 'n turf place ..lobster, bread, salad, Merlot, and baked potato we got was awesome. And the atmosphere is second to none. I'll be back!
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brad W.

2.0 of 5 stars. So...So OVERRATED.I was very disappointed. This review hurts to write because the meal was just so bland.Having heard about this place for EONS, I was excited to try their famous Alaskan King Crab...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by rachelle c.

4.0 of 5 stars. this place is pretty terrific.to sum it all up id have to say itsits upscale traditional surf and turf, with fine dining prices, in a "joes crab shack" setting.apparently after reading all these...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bryant T.

2.0 of 5 stars. I'm giving this place two stars because I have definitely been to better places than this restaurant -- And I would never come back to this restaurant.What other yelpers are saying is pretty much...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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Simply the BEST

LOVE Captain Jacks - The service is fantastic, you get an entire team who can help you! As for the servers being rude unless you're a local? NOT TRUE. As a former server I know how it can be when a customer is...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica N.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ooooh my goodness! I like to think i have high standards for prime rib and crab, and am alllllllways disappointed with the big chains like joe's crab shack. In this case, you can't even compare the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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Best Crab in CA

My wife and I have been going here on a consistant basis for the last four years, it is excellent. Highly Reccomended, especially if you are in the mood for fresh seafood.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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Locals Only! HORRIBLE SERVICE

From the reviews it seems like Jack's is a loveit/hateit kind of place. WE HATED IT! We went for our anniversary but were rudely treated after being told that an expired i.d. is illegal identification. (My...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by matthew w.

5.0 of 5 stars. It has to be the best seafood i've had... well, at least that I can remember I've had. The crab legs are definitely worth the money! The service is also what makes this place great. Parking is a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I came here for dinner with four other people. My first impression when I sat down was that it sure is dark in there. You need night-vision goggles or a flashlight to see what you're eating. Your eyes...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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My family knows Captain Jack. by Meridee M. at InsiderPages

I grew up in Sunset Beach and this place is fantastic. Lobster, ribs, the ceasar salad is excellent. The atmosphere is really beachy but it tends to get loud because it's always crowded and the wait can be...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by wanugee N.

4.0 of 5 stars. This restaurant is an old school seafood and prime rib place that has been a land mark of sorts for a long time (since 1965!). Many a celebrity and political figure has dined here. It is unassuming...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by STEVE V.

5.0 of 5 stars. Loved the whole experience. We got lobster and crab leg's, we couldn't make up our minds which one to get, so we got both and shared. The dinner was fantastic and we loved the hot bread and butter,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jill S.

4.0 of 5 stars. This was my first time at Captain Jack's. I've always heard great things about the place. I have to say...the crab legs were excellent!!! I felt like I was eating the huge crabs I saw on Dealiest...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Eli M.

4.0 of 5 stars. i had a great birthday party here with my family
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrew L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Good old Cappy...I come here specifically for their 32-ounce prime...juicy,tasty and delicious.Although I am not a fan of crabs..I have tried their famous Alaskan grab legs.Most of my friends end up...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda I.

5.0 of 5 stars. I think it really says something when I have been here no less than 20 times and I live on the other side of the country. It is by far the best king crab legs money can buy. The super hot bread they...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Diana M.

5.0 of 5 stars. 5 stars all the way!!!The BEST crab legs I've EVER had! My husband and I ordered & ratings:Half Dozen Oysters: 4Jordan 2004 Cabernet: 5New York Steak: 4Fillet Mignon:4Crab Legs: 5Strawberry...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by William K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great Crab Legs!!! The place is crowded and can be a little cramped, but the legs are worth it! They do not take American Express and the do not allow outside wine; so that is why the 4 out of 5, but...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica Y.

5.0 of 5 stars. The best place for alaskan king crab legs! They're HUGE!
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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Best Crab in the Area

This place has the best king crab legs in the los angeles area, bar none. The selection of side dishes leaves something to be desired, especially if you are not that fond of rice or potatoes. But the crab is...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sil k.

4.0 of 5 stars. Sometimes, when you ask for MED RARE...you get MED WELL....but it's a hit and miss....seafood is always awesome here though...honest.the drinks will get you comfy (not on the table butt...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Cherie L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Crab legs are excellent. Decently priced. About $40 a person. The sides are bit on the expensive side $8 for a baked potato. They have a great prime rib (nothing beats prime beef). Be warned,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Camille G.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is literally a whole in the wall and can be easily missed IMO. But it ought to not be missed because the food is tooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good. Yes, that good....
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Antonia C.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is by far one of my favorite restaurants. Everything is good and the drinks are strong.
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Captain Jack's has always been one of my favorite places to go and I don't seem to be the only one. I think that each time I've visited, someone was either proposing or having a birthday.My...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Andy C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Crab legs. This is what this place is about. My friend took me here and said all we should get are the legs. I was like what!?! How boring, no way can only legs be that good. But no these are not the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Janet L.

5.0 of 5 stars. CRAB LEGS....'NUFF SAID. Seriously. I know it's redundant b/c everybody else raves about them, but they deserve it. Oh man do they deserve it. A good idea is to share an entree with a friend or...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tim B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Feeling a bit crabby lately, so I head to Captain Jack's and got it out of my system. It's definitely the place to indulge in Alaskan King Crab. Not just any AKC, but fat ass juicy legs. My family has...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sandy T.

4.0 of 5 stars. Everyone has mentioned the campy boat motif, so I will skip that part. It is kind of like Benihana's, you just accept it, enjoy it for what it is, and move on to the food. It is funny that everyone...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by troy h.

2.0 of 5 stars. I must admit, this place has some really wonderful crab legs and other offerings, but the costs tend to outweigh the service and Ambience. Though at times, it can feel a bit cramped. It's fairly...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2007
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Best Customer Service~

My husband and I have gone to this restaurant at least 50 times in the last 25 years. One thing that has never changed is their exemplary customer service. To this date, they still great everyone by name as...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tina N.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love Captial Jack's. Their food is amazing all across the board. Their portions are HUGE so you can defiantely share with a friend. I haven't been to this place in a few years so my memory of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Paul M.

1.0 of 5 stars. Go elsewhere. Save yourself. The Harbor House is just up the road, and there's another restaurant just across the street.Here's what happens when you go out to dinner for 2:They don't have a server...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by David G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Captian Jack's was my final reminder that I now care more about the quality than quantity of evening dining. While an exquisite and barely decent sized portion will warrant a more stringent critique,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Judy H.

3.0 of 5 stars. I think I may have been expecting too much from my Captain Jack's experience. (Sorry Kelly.) It was a last minute decision to have dinner there. Since it was a Thursday (and based on all the Yelp...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Francis Q.

5.0 of 5 stars. My wife and I decided to give this place a try based upon the reviews here at Yelp and we were extremely happy we did. We arrived at Capt. Jack's just before 5:30 and were seated very quickly. An...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ahoy mateys this be Capt. Kelly, with his review of Captain Jacks in the small port town of Sunset Beach. When me and mi pirate friends be looking for place with fine wenches and great rum , we be...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nikola L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Captain Jack's is always a fun experience as it has a campy nautical theme. It's quite dark inside, which is nice for drinks, but while eating it is best if you get a seat near the water so that you...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ellie C.

3.0 of 5 stars. We decided to visit this place for our Friday dinner out. We had been warned by friends that the place was icky and the service was poor. Well, the place was a bit old, but it was fine. We were seated...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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LOVED IT......BEST SEAFOOD

THE RESTRUANT IS GREAT. ME AND MY WIFE HAVE EATEN THERE FOR YEARS. I DON'T THINK THAT THERE IS MUCH MORE THAT ONE CAN ASK FOR WHEN LOOKING FOR A NICE SEA FOOD RESTRUANT. WE HAVE NEVER RECEIVED BAD SERVICE. AS...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Julie N.

5.0 of 5 stars. OMG....that's all I have to say!
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by rochelle p.

5.0 of 5 stars. The best king crab legs ever! They were so fresh and sweet! And the portions were so big that I had to practically stuff myself to finish the whole plate! All the waiters and staff were super...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jon R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Order the crab, get the crab, did I mention the crab?Seriously though, I love this place. Captain Jack's has the most amazing Alaskan King Crab legs I've ever seen/eaten. Ever seen "The Deadliest...
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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Captain Jack's not all it's cracked up to be

We arrived at Captain Jack's around 7:30 on a saturday for what we had intended to be a very pleasant evening. We were told there would be a 45 minute wait even though they didnt seem that busy but ended up...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Reba S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Francesca and I peeked in the window of Captain Jack's at 4. Alas, they did not open until 4:30 -- Some first impressions: a fairly campy yet not self-consciously campy seafood joint, possibly...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Johnny S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Order the crab legs.I've been with people who didn't take that suggestion and they ended up eating mine. Not that this is really a problem as the portions are large.Captain Jack's has a very relaxed...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2007
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Steak

I have been to Captain Jack's several times but last week we were there to celebrate my son's graduation and I have to say we were all very disappointed. We had the worse service ever and my steak was nothing...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Al A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Nice, dark, cozy with a nice view outside. The service was great with the menu on a large plastic sign (forgot the shape of the sign). I went to dinner with 3 friends (one of which was female with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by IRIS H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Well,Not to be Byist because my uncle is the chef there for over 27 years but Captain Jacks truly has the greatest seafood. This is huge coming from me cause I don't even like seafood. This is an...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2007
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GREAT LEGS SILLY RULES

Normally i would give this restaurant an amazing review however i visited there saturday night the crab legs were dynamite, i have been a wine writer for years and used to work for a major winery. when i...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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An absolute

I have to tell you, I've been going to Cap'n Jacks for almost 20 years and have NEVER been disappointed. The food, atmosphere , and service are always no less than amazing. I've gone for casual mid-week meals,...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by KP P.

4.0 of 5 stars. Best Alaskan king crab legs outside of Alaska! I really like the restaurant and I can't get enough of their crab legs but I can't bring myself to give it a full five stars. Captain Jack's is a funny...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristy M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Yes, the place is small. It's dark. Parking is hard to come by. You better make reservations. I have been eating here for years, and will continue to go back.The portions are great for the prices...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Gloria F.

4.0 of 5 stars. Just got back from our first dinner at Captain Jack's. My dad and step mom took my husband and I out to celebrate my birthday. I think I was the only one in my party who actually liked the place....
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2007
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A Rare Treat in Orange County

Orange County might have some of the worst food in California. Captain Jack's is one of the few old school establishments that feels like it might actually have...dare I say it, CHARACTER. It's on the water,...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/14/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Arnold E.

4.0 of 5 stars. Captain Jack must've been been drinking some of Captain Morgan's private reserve when he decided on the sizes of the portions at this place...they're friggin' ridiculous!Remember "The 96er" from the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2006
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NOT VERY GOOD

WE WERE STAYING AT THE HYATT AND THEY RECOMMENDED THIS PLACE. SERVICE WAS BAD CRAB LEGS WERE BAD,PRIME RIB WAS WAY TO FATTY!!!! NOT KID FRIENDLY AT ALL. WILL NEVER GO BACK THERE. DON'T LET PEOPLE FOOL YOU!...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2006
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Best Service and Crab Legs!!

This place has the best service and wonderful food. They are famous for the crab legs, or if you prefer the prime rib is also great.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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Best Prime Rib & Crab

Just got back from another 10 Star epicurian adventure. Most outstanding Prime Rib and Crab Legs anywhere. The staff was very attentive, service great. Dine there every 4 - 6 weeks for the past 20 years. PS...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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Captain Jack's Sunset Beach

Even though I currently live in Arizona, I first ate at Captain Jack's 35 years ago when the price of their lobster dinner was about $10.00. I make a point of going to CJ's every time I'm in the Orange County...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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fantastic food!

We have been coming to Jacks for 18 years. I have never had a bad server. I will tell you, you will have to wait for a table. It stands to reason that they cannot predict how long customers will sit and enjoy...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/31/2006
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Best Alaskan King Crab Legs In The World!!

This is my favorite restaurant of all time. Captain Jacks is probably best known for their Alaskan King Crab legs which is what most people who go there seem to order. It's no wonder though, because ...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/23/2006
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Fabulous Crab Legs, Prime Rib, and Drinks

I've been going to Captain Jacks for years and LOVE IT! Family or friends in town- Captain Jacks! Tim the wonderful manager, and the entire crew, make customers feel special. Dress is anything goes, so you...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/09/2006
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Great Food! Service-not the greatest.

This was our first time to Captain Jack's, and overall we probably will return for the AMAZING CRAB LEGS but maybe order them for take out. A few irritating things --parking was horrible! We had to park 2...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/18/2005
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You get what you pay for!

When my husband I first started dating, he took me here. Coming from the valley, I was quite used to being pampered at restaurants as long as you were dressed in a cocktail dress & your date wears a coat. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/26/2005
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captain Jack's

They have the best steak I had ever tasted, fresh seafood prepared so well (favorite is the steamed clam), excellent ambiance, exceptional customer service and good selection of wines. Very casual but...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/11/2005
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YUUUMMM!

my husband took me here for my birthday and i loved it! it is a cozy restaurant with the most awesome alaskan crab legs! they are huge, fresh and sweet! dinner comes with fresh salad, hot fresh bread, and a...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/21/2005
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User review by paulsi

I have been dinning here for over 20 years, the prime rib is excelent as is the crab. Service is always first class and they have a decent wine list.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/07/2005
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Tunakiller

I have been going to Captain Jack's for 15 years, the consistency of the house favorites; Alaskan King Crab & Prime Rib is nothing short of amazing!!! My wife and I have invited many family and friends to...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/10/2004
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WORLD CLASS LEGS

I've eaten here over twenty times through the years and have always had incredible dinners. I've eaten King Crab Legs all around the country and no other restaurant has come close to quality and taste of the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2004
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LEG'S, LEG's LEG'S

If you are looking for the best Alaskan King Crab Legs in Los Angeles then you have found it. I have been going there since 1986 and the food is NEVER A DISAPPOINTMENT! The service is fantastic and very...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/16/2004
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Dine.com

i haven't made a visit to captain jack's in about 7-8 years...
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AOL CityGuide

indulge in seafood with a hawaiian twist...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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Open List

Food is excellent. Unfriendly establishment. Hostess greeting was not a cheerful welcome, instead it was remove your hat this is a restaurant. Your party's name is repeatedly and loudly announced to all as you...
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Wcities

this is one of the famous restaurants on seal beach. it serves only seafood, and the grilled mahi-mahi is quite popular with surfers on the beach. the name comes from the owner, jack haley, a former surfing...
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