A pioneer in the West Seattle Junction’s renaissance, this venerable steakhouse situated on the neighborhood’s main drag has been keeping it real with comforting, no-frill culinary favorites since 1996. There’s also nothing frilly about JaK’s happy hour— it’s literally only an hour from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The abbreviated menu includes a list of $5 items, including a BBQ sandwich and a very hearty burger and fries (they’ll be happy to throw on some cheese and bacon for a little extra dough). But in order to take part in this happy hour, you’ll first have to find a seat in the packed-like-cattle bar. You’ll also have to order a drink, as the happy hour menu comes with a one drink minimum. No biggie: Wine is only $5 during happy hour and cocktails run about $6. Draft beers are a buck off. If you’re lucky enough to participate in JaK’s happy hour, you’ll be rewarded with generous portions and even bigger hospitality. JULIEN PERRY
