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Jack's shack

South Base, Grand Turk
Ranked #3 of 11 restaurants in Grand Turk
4.5 of 5 stars 61 Reviews
Cuisines: American
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot
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Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot
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Buffalo, New York
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW

This was our second visit and it was better than we remember-plus they added a permanent structure for the "food shack". Remember to head to theor website to get your coupon for a free rum shot-OMG. Make sure you try the Rum punch. Rent some chairs & an umbrella and lay out without the crowds of the cruise terminal. Very... More

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Crompond, New York, Deland, FL United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

I would have to say that the best part of my visit to Jack's was the digging dogs. Nothing bad to say here but my visit was just average. Food was ok and drinks were nothing special. Limited menu, and in my opinion, the time it took to get my food while waiting in line was a bit much. I... More

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Grand Turk
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Jack & Janet are so personable...fantastic atmosphere. Love hanging there specially with Tofer their dog! He is the icing on the cake! Great day always!

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Boston
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012
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I was in Grand Turk on April 17, 2012, while on a cruise with the Carnival Miracle. Knowing that I didn't want to spend my day on Grand Turk with the couple thousand of people that got off the ship, I did my research ahead of time and found out about Jack's Shack. When getting off the ship, facing Margaritaville,... More

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Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

We just spent an entire week on the Turk Island (at the Crabtree Apartments) where as most people come in for a few hours from the cruise ship. Besides Margaritaville (since we wanted only island experiences) we visited every restaurant on the island. Jack's Shack was the best place to eat by far on the island. The drinks were STRONG,... More

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Bedford, Texas
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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what a great place! Jack and his wife tend bar and have a liberal hand with their pours, as well as COLD beer on the beach. Plenty of beach right there and the perfect place for a cheeseburger in paradise! The jerk is absolutely killer and well worth the prices. Fries are better than most in the States! make sure... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

Not much to do but snorkel scuba and relax on the beach on this island. Jacks is the best spot by far to hang out. Great day! My only complaint is that all they had to eat left was hot dogs and burgers. We were told by our not very happy waitress "no fish, no jerk chicken". We were so... More

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DeLand, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

This place gets business because the local dive companies drop off their customers here. They were out of the local favorite--fried conch? and the local fish--was fried catfish!!! could have been bought at Sam's club. Oh, and the local beer was $2 more per beer here than at the next shack up the beach. The bar tenders and staff were... More

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Plymouth, Wisconsin
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

We were in Grand Turk in November of 2011 and spent the day at Jack's shack. It's nice that you can rent snorkel equipment, grab a beverage and lunch all in one spot. WE were at Grand Turk as a cruise stop. We did not eat at Jack's only had snacks. Watching Jack's job Topher was fun. We never saw... More

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Atlantic City, NJ
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
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Everything from the food, service, and atmosphere - this place is NOT to be missed. Bring cash, they won't accept debit/credit card transactions under $20.00. But if you're not spending at least $20, you're not having enough fun! Skip Margaretville and head to Jacks!

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