Jim's SteakOut: 27 Years Strong
A couple of days ago I received a phone call from someone wondering what was going on with the Jim's SteakOut location at the corner of Elmwood and Allen. There was a big sign on the window that stated that the restaurant was closed for remodeling. I decided to call Dave Muscoreil, Director of Operations, to find out what sort of new look customers could expect when the location reopens. "We're overhauling the interior," he told me. "When they originally built that space, they did not anticipate that the business would grow the way that it has. That's our second busiest location (after Elmwood). We are redesigning the layout so that all of the seating will be at the front (instead of the back)... it's really going to be the exact opposite layout from what people are used to. It's going to be a brand new interior.
"That corner spot was originally built out in 1989, and back in '93 we expanded by incorporating another storefront that became available next door. We finally decided that the kitchen needed to be expanded to accommodate the growing business as well. As far as seating goes, we're only adding another six to eight seats, but the new layout will make the interior appear much more open and customer friendly. When I think about it, I still can't believe that we started off in a little hole in the wall on Elmwood 27 years ago. Jim Incorvaia (owner) and I both grew up on the West Side, and we're both dedicated to the city. He's a big supporter of Buffalo. In '06 we took over the former Quizno's location on Delaware (originally Montana Mills) and now we're going to be opening our 9th location in West Seneca. Business is very strong and we're continuing to grow. We're excited to reintroduce the new Jim's layout on Allen. The plan is to reopen that location in mid-March... just in time for Saint Patrick's Day."
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scooter
Great place to eat......Love the fajitas and the jefferson sub.
But man, this place has gotten expsensive. $3 for a small fajitas.
Also, someone should buy the guy on the third floor a bubble machine. So he doesn't have to hang out his window all day blowing the bubbles himself......thats got to be tiring.
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Perry
After reading this piece, I could go for a nice Chicken hoagie right abou now. Long live Jim's!
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Joshua
I love the bubble guy --- it's great to see him during the summertime.
Yeah, I only go to Jim's from time to time - it is expensive.
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scooter
Perry.....try the Jefferson. Steak and Sausage hogie. mmmmmmmmmmm...
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sbrof
The hot blue brings out sensations that I can't speak of in public. Simply one of the best subs around!
Glad to hear they are going to renovate the place. The layout is a little difficult to understand without going there often. Always people standing in the doorway because that is where the lone throws you. I am sure their new layout will make more sense! it is also great to see them investing back into the city a bit. I was starting to worry they might go the way of Mighty Taco / Teds, and close their city stores to keep expanding in the burbs.
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NBJOHN
Is there anything better than a steak sub at 4 am?????
YES... Two steak subs - and a brunette carrying a steak sub...
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Irishprgrl3
Thanks for the update! I was wondering the same thing as I drove by the other day. Can't wait for the new improvements. No matter which one I go to, the chicken finger subs at 4am always rock!
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NorPark
The Diavlo or the Hot Blue, quite a decision at 2am after a night of solid boozing.
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MiesvanderDoh
yah its tough to get in that location from like 3:50am-close on a fri or sat night.
i like jims, but its really getting too expensive
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r129
Maybe it's just my imagination, but the food from this particular Jim's location always seems better than at any of the others. Or maybe it's just that I'm usually drunk when I go here, so everything tastes better.
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ExWNYer
Everytime I'm back in Buffalo I get loaded out of my mind at Pink and go to Jim's after last call. I'm already looking forward to it.
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comptart_lws
That building is so beautiful. Not sure of the vernacular but, I love it!
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DumpsterKid
Good news, this particular location disgusts me, very dirty,i dont go to this one anymore for that reason, but i'll try it again after the remolding. The suburban Jim's tend to be much cleaner, however the food for some reason, not as good.
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mbhxam
Jim's ONLY tastes good after 3am...Anybody ever try that crap sober? It's horrible!
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buffalostan
I find that they have an unparalleled selection of Mexican morsels this side of the Rio Grande. I burst out with a gaffaw whenever I see their jocular "Dead People" shirts.
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tonyarmani
ahh - hot chicken finger subs at 4am with some random chick from quote...is there anything better?
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dpbflo
mbhxam- I couldnt disagree more. Jims is good anytime day or night, sober and drunk. You dont open 9 locations over 27 years just from your 3-4 am crowd. And those of you complaining about the prices- well, you get what you pay for. You can grab some texas hots cheap, or some eggs if you dont feel like spending the money.
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Andrew
i was so upset when i got to spain and there was no Jims. defenately a first stop when i get home
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tommyBluez
i agree with mbxham ... well we know where the $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ priced sub money is going; to the remodel, will they jack up the prices more?
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