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J Restaurant | Bar, Hartford, CT

J Restaurant | Bar

4.8
4.8
402 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
297 1/2 Washington St, Hartford, CT 06106

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
J Restaurant|Bar is a midtown Hartford gem with the cities largest outdoor patio, offering salads, pizza, pasta, and daily specials, alongside craft beer, wine, and full-service bar.

The changing seasons can't stop us from dining outdoors! Ring in the holiday season in one of our heated, roofless tents; heated gazebos; or in our heated boxcar- you'll feel like you're dining in Paris! Or grab your blanket and sit out by one of our Christmas trees, street lamps, and fire pits. At J, the cold never bothered us anyway!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 527-7764
  • Website
    http://www.jrestaurantbar.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Email Kris@JRestaurantBar.com
  • Private party facilities
    EMAIL Kris@JRestaurantBar.com
  • Location
    297 1/2 Washington St, Hartford, CT 06106
  • Neighborhood
    Hartford
  • Cross street
    Lincoln Street
  • Parking details
    Free on-site parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

J Restaurant | Bar's menu was last updated on 1/22/2023.

First Plates

  • Grilled Octopus$22.00

    Baby Arugula

    • Saganaki$14.00

      Pan Seared Kefalograviera, Lemon Juice

      • Spicy Calamari$15.00

        Sweet Chili Sauce

        • Crabcakes$16.00

          Baby Arugula & Lemon Drizzle

          • Bruschetta$10.00

            Tomatoes, Goat Cheese, Basil, Balsamic

            • Coconut Shrimp$12.00

              Beer Batter, Coconut Shaving

              • Chicken Tenders$11.00

                Cranberry Dipping Sauce

                • Tuna Sashimi$13.00

                  Wasabi Aioli

                  • Garlicky Cheese Bread$8.00

                    • Truffle Fries$10.00

                      Reggiano Cheese, Basil, Truffle Oil

                      • Fried Mozzarella$10.00

                        Marinara Sauce

                        • Spinach Artichoke Dip$10.00

                          Pita Bread

                          • Zucchini Stacks$12.00

                            Panko Breaded Zucchini, Goat Cheese, Marinara Sauce

                            • Eggplant Fries$12.00

                              Lightly breaded, pesto cream and marinara on the side

                              • Buffalo Chicken Dip$12.00

                                Pita Bread

                                Salads

                                • Greek$9.00

                                  Mixed Greens, Feta, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Olives, Red Onion, House Italian Dressing

                                  • Baby Arugula$9.00

                                    Shaved Parmesan, Lemon Juice, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Black Pepper, Red Onion

                                    • J Signature$9.00

                                      Pears, Candied Pecans, Gorgonzola Cheese, Dried Cranberries, Sweet Balsamic

                                      • Caesar$9.00

                                        Crisp Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan Cheese, House Caesar Dressing

                                        • Special$9.00

                                          Mixed Greens, Mozzarella, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Olives, Pepperoncini, House Italian

                                          • Tuna Plate$15.00

                                            Nick's Tuna Fish on our Special Salad

                                            • Kale Salad$10.00

                                              Dried Cranberries, Candied Pecans, Quinoa, Feta, Lemon Vinaigrette

                                              Additions To Your Salads

                                              • Grilled Chicken Breast$6.00

                                                • Sautéed Shrimp$12.00

                                                  • Pan Seared Salmon$15.00

                                                    • Pan Seared Ahi Tuna$13.00

                                                      • Bourbon Sirloin$15.00

                                                        10'' Artisan Pizza

                                                        Gluten Free Available $3 Additional Charge

                                                        • Special$16.00

                                                          Tomato Sauce, Onions, Peppers, Mushrooms, Pepperoni, Sausage, Hamburger, Mozzarella

                                                          • Buffalo Chicken$16.00

                                                            Grilled Chicken Breast, Buffalo Sauce, Blue Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese

                                                            • Shrimp Tuscan$18.00

                                                              Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Garlic, Herbs, Reggiano Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese

                                                              • BBQ Chicken$16.00

                                                                Grilled Chicken Breast, Onions, Barbeque Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese

                                                                • White Broccoli$15.00

                                                                  Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Broccoli, Ricotta Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese

                                                                  • Vegetable$15.00

                                                                    Tomato Sauce, Onions, Peppers, Mushrooms, Broccoli, Tomatoes, Spinach, Mozzarella

                                                                    • Napolitana$16.00

                                                                      EVOO, Herbs, Spinach, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Eggplant, Roasted Peppers, Basil

                                                                      • Mediterranean$16.00

                                                                        Olive Oil, Garlic, Onions, Black Olives, Spinach, Feta Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese

                                                                        • Margharita$14.00

                                                                          Tomato Sauce, Basil, Reggiano Cheese, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese

                                                                          • Mozzarella$11.00

                                                                            Tomato Sauce

                                                                            Create Your Own

                                                                            • Create Your Own

                                                                              Pepperoni, Sausage, Hamburger, Meatballs, Bacon, Anchovies, Mushrooms, Green Peppers, Onions, Broccoli, Tomatoes, Olives, Spinach, Eggplant, Chicken

                                                                              Entrees

                                                                              • Roasted Salmon$28.00

                                                                                Pesto Crust, Garden Rice, Vegetable

                                                                                • Grilled Filet Mignon$38.00

                                                                                  Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable

                                                                                  • Mediterranean Haddock$26.00

                                                                                    Feta, Spinach, Tomatoes, Onions, Oven Roasted Potatoes

                                                                                    • Veal Milanese$32.00

                                                                                      Panko Breaded over a bed of Arugula, Splash of Lemon Wine

                                                                                      Classics

                                                                                      Gluten Free Penne Pasta Available $3 Additional Charge

                                                                                      • Sausage Carbonara$24.00

                                                                                        Bacon, Basil, Green Peas, Linguine

                                                                                        • Chicken Riggies$20.00

                                                                                          Pesto, Mixed Herbs, Spicy Tomato Cream Blush Sauce

                                                                                          • Lasagna$22.00

                                                                                            Seasoned Beef, Ricotta & Mozzarella Cheese, Marinara Sauce

                                                                                            • Chicken or Veal Parmigiana$26.00

                                                                                              Basil, Mozzarella Cheese, Marinara Sauce, Penne

                                                                                              • Chicken Francais$26.00

                                                                                                Lemon White Wine Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus

                                                                                                • Penne Ala Vodka$20.00

                                                                                                  Onions, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Light Cream Sauce

                                                                                                  • Eggplant Parm$24.00

                                                                                                    Breaded Eggplant, Basil, Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella & Parmesan, Penne

                                                                                                    • Stuffed Eggplant$22.00

                                                                                                      Breaded Eggplant, Ricotta & Mozzarella Cheese, Marinara Sauce

                                                                                                      Sandwiches

                                                                                                      Served with Fries. Sub Garden Salad Add $3, Sub Truffle Fries Add $4, Sub Eggplant Fries $5

                                                                                                      • Roasted Turkey Breast$13.00

                                                                                                        Fresh Mozzarella, Guacamole, Tomato

                                                                                                        • Caprese$13.00

                                                                                                          Pesto, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil

                                                                                                          • Tuna Fish$13.00

                                                                                                            Lettuce, Tomato, Mozzarella

                                                                                                            • Chicken$14.00

                                                                                                              Pesto, Spicy Aioli, Pepper Jack Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato

                                                                                                              • Salmon BLT$18.00

                                                                                                                Lettuce, Tomato, Bacon, Herb Mayonnaise

                                                                                                                • Eggplant$14.00

                                                                                                                  Breaded Eggplant, Roasted Peppers, Mozzarella, Marinara

                                                                                                                  Burgers

                                                                                                                  Served with Fries. Sub Garden Salad Add $3, Sub Truffle Fries Add $4, Sub Eggplant Fries $5

                                                                                                                  • J Burger$16.00

                                                                                                                    Sweet Chipotle Sauce, Grilled Onions, Pico, Pepper Jack Cheese

                                                                                                                    • Bacon Cheddar Burger$16.00

                                                                                                                      Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Guacamole

                                                                                                                      Wraps

                                                                                                                      Served with Fries. Sub Garden Salad Add $3, Sub Truffle Fries Add $4, Sub Eggplant Fries $5

                                                                                                                      • Ahi Tuna Wrap$18.00

                                                                                                                        Lettuce, Tomato, Scallions, Wasabi Aioli, Soy Sauce

                                                                                                                        • Athenian Chicken Wrap$14.00

                                                                                                                          Feta Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Olives, Onions, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar

                                                                                                                          • Turkey BLT Wrap$14.00

                                                                                                                            Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayonnaise

                                                                                                                            Gyro

                                                                                                                            Served with Fries. Sub Garden Salad Add $3, Sub Truffle Fries Add $4, Sub Eggplant Fries $5

                                                                                                                            • Gyro$15.00

                                                                                                                              Beef & Lamb, Tomatoes, Onions, Tzatziki on a pita

                                                                                                                              What 402 people are saying

                                                                                                                              J Restaurant | Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                              4.8
                                                                                                                              4.8 based on all time ratings
                                                                                                                              • 4.7Food
                                                                                                                              • 4.8Service
                                                                                                                              • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                                              • 4.7Value

                                                                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                              402 Reviews

                                                                                                                              1. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                                New York City2 reviews

                                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on July 3, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                We love J and the amazing team he has! We will miss the current location and look forward to seeing where he lands next!

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                                                                                                                              2. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                                Connecticut1 review

                                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on July 2, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                Would highly recommend but they are closing fo good tomorrow and putting up a parking lot in its place. Very sad hopefully they will open inanew place. Keeping my eyes open that.

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                                                                                                                              3. Foodiefromct VIP

                                                                                                                                Greater Boston49 reviews

                                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on June 24, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                we will miss J's and look forward to learning where J's will open in a new location. Our waitperson , Kelly was great.

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                                                                                                                              4. Thomasm

                                                                                                                                New York City1 review

                                                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on June 24, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                Three participants..2 meals were good ..Veal milanese was dry with an abundance of arugula salad. for the third person..

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                                                                                                                              5. Halle VIP

                                                                                                                                Connecticut9 reviews

                                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on June 22, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                We love J’s!! It’s always our “ go. -to” choice for celebrations with family and friends. Jordan and his staff are so welcoming and always go above and beyond 👍 We are definitely sad to hear about their closing next week and hope to see them reopen in another area venue! Thank you for all the great meals and good times through the years! ❤️❤️🙏🏻

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                                                                                                                              6. Maria

                                                                                                                                New York City4 reviews

                                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on June 22, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                Always a great time. Some friends are relocating and wanted to have one last dinner there!

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                                                                                                                              7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                                Connecticut2 reviews

                                                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on June 19, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                3. Service 2
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                Restaurant location is closing, and staff is overtasked (probably slower kitchen and wait staff due to finding next job sooner rather than later). Expensive meal/experience for lacking attention and slow delivery of food and drinks to table.

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                                                                                                                              8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                                Greater Boston1 review

                                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on May 11, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                We were seeing a show at the Bushnell and not familiar with Hartford restaurants took a chance on J Restaurant. It was fantastic! Great food and great service! Definitely recommend.

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                                                                                                                              9. Fabulous VIP

                                                                                                                                Greater Boston21 reviews

                                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on May 11, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                Wonderful food and service from Julia! Thanks for a great meal!

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                                                                                                                              10. hjm4 VIP

                                                                                                                                Greater Boston14 reviews

                                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                                Dined on May 10, 2024

                                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                Really great service. It may sound silly, but I watched one of the staff clear and wipe down an outside table and he actually cleaned it, not just a quick wipe. He got into the open metal pattern to get residue out. You don't often see that attention to detail. This staff is obviously well trained. Our server, Gabby, was engaged and pleasant. Food was delicious. I'm hoping they move to a new location . I'd love to eat here everytime we come into town for a show at the Bushnell.

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                                                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                                                              J Restaurant | Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 527-7764.

                                                                                                                              J Restaurant | Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 402 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                                              Permanently Closed

                                                                                                                              This restaurant is permanently closed.

                                                                                                                              Google Map for J Restaurant | Bar

                                                                                                                              297 1/2 Washington St, Hartford, CT 06106

                                                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                                                              • Cross street
                                                                                                                                Lincoln Street
                                                                                                                              • Neighborhood
                                                                                                                                Hartford
                                                                                                                              • Hours of operation
                                                                                                                                Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                                                $31 to $50
                                                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                                                American, Italian, Mediterranean
                                                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                                                Casual Dining
                                                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                                                Business Casual
                                                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                                                Free on-site parking
                                                                                                                              • Payment options
                                                                                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                                                Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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