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Jacmel Inn
Jacmel Inn began service in June 1977 after six months renovation to the former residence that was built in 1888. This historic 2-story property sits on 2.2 acres and 9 blocks for the center of historic downtown Hammond.
The lush landscaping, new patio, and the ample parking help make Jacmel Inn a culinary oasis worthy of a 60 miles drive from New Orleans.
The menu has evolved over the years while always using fresh Louisiana Seafood, cooking techniques and dishes derived from traditional Louisiana culture and for 31 year serving great steaks from Iowa corn fed beef.
Our executive Chef Doyle Orlando creates our menu, which evolves seasonally. Our dinner with a winemaker series is very popular with our customers for the past 20 years.
Our ambiance is a blend of Caribbean, nautical and New England Inn. Guests will feel comfortable dressed casually or dressed to attend a symphony.
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51 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 51 reviews
5 stars
(21)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(43)
- romantic(39)
- neighborhood gem(19)
- fit for foodies(18)
- notable wine list(16)
- good for groups(14)
Jacmel Inn Reviews List
Review 1 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Martini is overpriced
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One drink......the martini.....is $12 and thus- way overpriced. As a note, Commanders has .25 cent martinis for lunch each weekday and they seem to do just fine. You might rethink your bar prices as they are grossly overpriced."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The atmosphere was good, and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The atmosphere was good, and the food was very good."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lovely surroundings and atmosphere!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lovely surroundings and atmosphere! Great value on a nice bottle of wine, not as pleased with the meal, however- fried oysters were soggy, little seasoning on the scallops, and the pork special we ordered was mostly fat. I really wantonly to give them a second try though."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2011
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Review 4 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Found it interestesting that
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Found it interestesting that we tried to modify our reservation to 30 minutes later and Open Table indicated there was no table available at that time. Yet Restaurant empty.
This made for a lovely quaint dining experience but Open Table did not reflect open tables accurately."
This made for a lovely quaint dining experience but Open Table did not reflect open tables accurately."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First timer and was very pleased
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"First timer and was very pleased with the experience. I was traveling and was looking for a spot to host a quiet business lunch. Great food and service. Highly recommend."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Too Good to Miss
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you like great food, superb ambiance and personal attention, it's hard to beat the Jacmel Inn. Every time I leave there, I'm looking forward to going back."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good choice for an upscale
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good choice for an upscale lunch at very good price. Wish for more menu options. Very young and inexperienced wait staff..weak link in experience. Was a frequent customer and returned after a couple of months..menu same..please be imaginative or some daily specials..maybe there were some specials but our teenage waitress, whose name I don't know bc she didn't introduce herself, didn't tell us about the specials. Beautiful quaint house."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fantastic night.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Absolutely loved the restaurant, the food was really good and the portion size was perfect and the price was reasonable. It is a beautiful place and I can't wait to do it again! The noise level got out of hand a couple of times but it was more just the rude nature of people today, we didn't let that ruin our night. We will be back!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
we were a group of 6 from
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we were a group of 6 from Baton Rouge. Just a few of us had been to Jacmel Inn but it had been a long time - we enjoyed the road trip - not too far from BR, the food was excellent, reasonably priced, the atmosphere was great and we will certainly recommend to other friends and we will return."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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Review 10 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was average but overpriced
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was average but overpriced"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We always enjoy Jacmels. It
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We always enjoy Jacmels. It is great dining. I call it the Commanders of the North Shore."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The special for the day was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The special for the day was a '48 oz.' steak...unbelievably good. The meat was incredible and was not 'overspiced' or hidden under a bunch of melted butter. The restaurant setting was quaint, warm and very romantic. Truly enjoyed the experience."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Please try harder
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Rookie waitress and food that was really boring."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
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Review 14 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great as always. food and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"great as always. food and service excellent. wonderful Valentine's day dinner"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
While the restaurant is a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"While the restaurant is a bit pricey, it is a nice quiet place to enjoy an excellent meal."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A charming building in a lovely
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A charming building in a lovely setting. Unfortunately the food did not match the surroundings--at least by fine dining standards. Service was attentive but not polished. If Hammond is your choice and atmosphere a priority, I would recommend, but don't expect the kitchen to knock yor socks off."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2005
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 17 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
seating and the incorrect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"seating and the incorrect online menu was the only issue at an otherwise wonderful resteraunt with an amazing menu. If you have an online menu it should be updated as the menu is. Seating was abundant yet with only three tables in a room of ten, we were all placed right next to one another and its quiet so we could hear one anothers conversations. I could hear the table next to me better than I could my own."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We ordered filet and it was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We ordered filet and it was cooked as we ordered and was very flavorful. The menu said the entree came with yukon potatoes, green beans, and broccoli. We received 5 green beans each, a nice fried potatoe patty and no broccoli on our plates. We asked the waitress about the broccoli and she went back to the kitchen and brought back a small bowl of broccoli to share. The food was good but small portions for the price."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a treat for special
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always a treat for special occasions and every day!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 20 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Dining - Highly Recommended
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent. It was nice to find an upscale restaurant that did not have a televison in the dining area. The menu was confusing. The entre I ordered, salmon, appeared to come with a glass of pinot noir. When the bill came, I was billed separately for the wine."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dined on Valentine's evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dined on Valentine's evening which is normally a hit and miss night for even the best restaurants, however, the service and the menu though limited was more than one would expect on such a popular dining day. They really nailed it..."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
On Jan. 31 of 2012 we dined
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"On Jan. 31 of 2012 we dined at Jacmel and enjoyed it so much we decided to do it again on Jan 31 of 2013 as we were celebrating our 54th anniversary and thought this was a special place to do it. It was special and the food is outstanding. We will be back."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We thoroughly enjoyed our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Thank you the anniversary surprises. Very thoughtful and delicious. Have already recommended to several of our family members. Looking forward to our next visit.
The noise rating was souly based on one loud person sitting near us."
The noise rating was souly based on one loud person sitting near us."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 24 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
quiet elegance -- great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding -- great ambiance, casual elegance, best steak in town."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Jacmel Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was great and prices
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was great and prices were reasonable."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Jacmel Inn
Based on the average of (26) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate