# Jack in the Box

> Fast food restaurant with self-serve fountain drink machine offering many options and a clean interior despite proximity to a gas station. Atmosphere feels slow with long drive-thru wait times and early dine-in closures compared to posted hours. Food includes breakfast sandwiches available anytime and a mix of cold and overcooked items, with prices higher than typical for the brand.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/JackInTheBox497

- Address: 14039 Hwy 8 Business, El Cajon, California, United States
- Phone: +16199381940
- Website: https://locations.jackinthebox.com/us/ca/el-cajon/14039-highway-8-business?utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=google-local

## What it is good for

- Mexican Food — 8.1/10
- Taco — 7.5/10
- Sandwich — 7/10
- Fast Food — 6.7/10
- Burgers — 5.9/10
- Food — 5.4/10
- Drive Thru — 5.4/10

## What people say

- "The Drive Thru service is friendly and efficient."
- "I found it to be a great place for fast food."
- "I loved the loaded tiny tacos; they were very tasty."

## Good to know

- Drive-thru lines routinely take over 20 minutes to get through about four cars.
- The dine-in room closes an hour and a half before the posted hours.
- Prices are higher than expected for the food quality and portion sizes.
- Breakfast sandwiches are available all day.
- The lobby is closed, requiring outdoor seating.

## Get this data directly

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than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real
reviewers say, with the statements behind every score.

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Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.
