The Blue Fish Restaurant

Name: The Blue Fish Restaurant
Address: 3551 St Johns Avenue, Jacksonville, FL, United States, 32205
Telephone: (904) 387-0700
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

1949 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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The Blue Fish Restaurant and Oyster Bar is located historic Avondale, one of Jacksonville's most prestigious neighborhoods. Just minutes from downtown Jacksonville, we offer the freshest selections of seafood in creative recipes, including a large variety of specialty oysters, great steaks, fresh catch, and nightly specials. Light plate options available for the smaller appetite. Jacksonville's best Happy Hour 3-6:30pm daily. Al fresco dining available on our patios.. Our wine list is quite affordable with over 60 wines by the glass. We have two full bars with a late-night upstairs club. We are upscale casual and perfect for business or casual dinners, with friends, family or date night. Full banquet facilities available including private dining rooms that seat up to 70.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(904) 387-0700
Website
http://www.bluefishjax.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Scott King
Catering
We offer full service catering both on and off site.
Private party facilities
Plan you next event in one of our two private dinning rooms. Offering a more casual lounge feel in our Elevated Avondale Room and a more formal experience in our Fountain Room looking out into our New Orleans style courtyard.
Private party contact
Patrick Robinson: (904) 387-0700

Location
3551 St Johns Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205
Neighborhood
Jacksonville
Cross street
Talbot
Parking details
We offer a valet service Wednesday-Sunday
Public transit
Riverside Trolley Fridays & Saturdays
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Crab Bisque
Rich cream based soup laced with sherry & lots of crab meat
- Cup$4.95
- Bowl$7.00
Crab Cake$8.00
Fried Green Tomatoes$8.00
Roasted red pepper coulis, goat cheese
Soup of the Day
Non-seafood
- Cup$3.95
- Bowl$7.00
Seafood Gumbo
cajun roux, shrimp, crab, scallops, crawfish, fresh fish
- Cup$4.95
- Bowl$7.00
1/2 Dozen Gulf Oysters On the Half Shell$7.00

Salads

Seared Tuna Salad$13.00
Ahi tuna seared rare, mixed greens, soba noodles, seaweed salad, soy ginger vinaigrette
Quiche of the Day with Soup or Salad$10.00
Chef's choice of quiche & either small side house salad or cup of soup
Soup and Salad$10.00
Your choice of soup served with a house or caesar salad
Caesar Salad$6.00
Romaine tossed with house made caesar dressing, parmesan & croutons
- Add Grilled or Blackened Shrimp (4)$6.00
- Add Grilled or Blackened Chicken$4.00
- Add Grilled or Blackened Salmon$7.00
Fried Oyster Caesar Salad$12.00
Romaine, caesar dressing, parmesan, croutons, corn meal fried louisiana oysters
Goat Cheese Salad$9.00
Fried goat cheese medallion, mixed greens, sun dried tomatoes, chopped pecans, balsamic vinaigrette
House Salad$6.00
Wild, gathered greens, choice of dressing
- Add Grilled Chicken$4.00
- Add Grilled Shrimp (4)$6.00
- Add Grilled Salmon$7.00
Strawberry Chicken Salad$12.00
Fresh artisan lettuce tossed with strawberries, mandarin oranges, julienne red onions,and candied walnuts in a blue cheese balsamic vinaigrette. Topped with slice grilled chicken and bleu cheese crumbles

Sandwiches & Burgers

Fried Oyster Po 'Boy$12.00
Lettuce, tomato, remoulade, fries
Fried Fish Sandwich$12.00
Tempura fried cod with shredded lettuce, tomato, onion, and tartar sauce. Served with house slaw and fries
The Naked Burger$8.00
6oz angus, with lettuce, tomato and onion, fries
Fried Shrimp Po 'Boy$11.00
Lettuce, tomato, remoulade, fries
Honey Dijon Chicken Sandwich$10.95
Grilled chicken, honey dijon sauce, swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, served with fries
The Bleu Burger$9.00
6oz angus, danish bleu cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, fries
The Mushroom Onion Burger$9.00
6oz angus, caramelized onion & mushrooms, lettuce, tomatoes, fries

Entrées

Served with side salad

Lemon Caper$12.50
Pan seared with white wine lemon & capers
Horseradish Crusted Catch$12.50
Pan seared, topped with scallion oil and served with fresh starch and vegetable du jour
Mac & Cheese with Grilled Chicken$16.00
White cheddar, cavatappi pasta, white truffle oil drizzle
Blackened Chicken, Red Beans & Rice$10.00
- Sub Shrimp (4)$6.00
- Sub Catch$7.00
Mother Grenamyer's Jambalya$24.00
Shrimp, scallops, crawfish, mussels, andouille sausage, and rice
Coconut Shrimp$12.95
Fresh coconut shrimp deep fried and served with crescent city sauce, jasmine rice
Grilled Catch$12.50
Key lime, extra virgin olive oil, old bay marinade, side beurre blanc, lemon
Fish & Chips$12.50
Beer battered cod deep fried and served with fries, house slaw and malt vinegar
Shrimp and Grits$11.95
Cajun spices, mushrooms, shrimp stock, butter, stone ground grits
Crispy Herbed Chicken Breast$10.00
Panko, herb crust, lemon beurre blanc. Served with fresh starch and vegetable du jour
Mojo Catch$16.00
Your choice of fish with cuban black beans, lime mojo sauce, fried yucca
Seared Scallops and Shrimp Over White Cheddar Mac and Cheese$16.00
Cavatappi pasta, asparagus, white truffle oil

What 1,949 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Neighborhood gem
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Great for outdoor dining
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Seafood
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Neighborhood gem
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TheresaO
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food and service was very good. Also, because we were there for lunch the pricing was reasonable for an upscale meal in a nice setting. Their crab bisque was incredible!
DB
DeborahB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience5
Food was wonderful. Service was not that great. This is my third visit and the other 2 was wonderful. Not sure what the problem was. Had to ask for pre meal offering. Never offered the after meal tray. This was Sunday brunch. Had to wait long time for drinks but noticed other table she had got theirs immediately along with pre meal offering.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great and the server was wonderful
R
Rota67
Jacksonville
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Our raw oyster appetizers, soup, & grilled fish entrees were excellent. Appreciate customers being able to choose preparation options for fish! The hot rolls were amazing! Our server was friendly & attentive. However, the $30.00 Lobster Ravioli I ordered “to go” was awful ! Smelled like dead fish, and tasted bad. The sides were under the fish & a wet mess! Shredded carrots & zucchini. On top sliced cherry tomatoes! Was very disappointed! I had a reservation, but we were seated right next to the busy doorway, while 2 tables on back wall were empty. Also, bathroom situation is unacceptable. One tiny space - toilet paper was on a spindle on the floor. The small “private” parking lot adjacent to restaurant is not monitored, so anyone can park there. Otherwise we love Blue Fish & drive an hour to get there once a month. Minor issues easy to address. They have outstanding fresh fish entrees & we look forward to returning.
PD
PaulD
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Good shrimp and grits and lobster ravioli. Premium liquor selection suffers.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best restaurants in DDDUUUUVVVVAAAALLL!!
T
Tabbytoo
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Food was great and service was great. Definitely coming back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
The food was ok. Didn’t have much flavor. And our crème brûlée was cold. Overall ok but not the best for the price.
R
Robin
Coastal Georgia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tiara (Tiera?) was GREAT!! Thank you to Sam(?)For noticing the sun, and putting up the umbrella for us. We didn’t even have to ask, nor were we complaining, but it made a delightful difference!
D
Dreamgal305
Miami
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great birthday dinner, quiet, not busy, attentive server drinks and food were great.
CZ
CarlosZ
Jacksonville
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Good experience. Excellent service
l
laurinda
Fort Lauderdale
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Thoroughly enjoyed this restaurant. Removed one star as out main dish had to be returned as it was not hot. Service was excellent however.
JS
JonS
San Francisco
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall4food5service2ambience3
Good oysters, good food overall. Good value. Service a little absent.
F
Foodie
Jacksonville
6 reviews
vip
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience3
Very poor service from late seating to table service it is clear the restaurant is understaffed and mismanaged I was embarrassed to bring special friends for brunch from the moment we entered the building the staff was either apologizing or making excuses have been loyal patrons for years very disappointing l
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was amazing. Simply could not be better!
JB
JulieB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
The food and service were outstanding. Ambience was good not great. We sat outside in the patio area. The wine was ehh🤷🏻‍♀️ Our waiter was a 10 out of 10. Very helpful and knowledgeable but not to intrusive
W
Wife
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated my husband's birthday. The food and service was very good. We will be back!
SG
SailorG
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Portions were large, and service was was great. Get the oyster sampler, you won't be disappointed.
d
dianeg
Jacksonville
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience3
We were seated as soon as we arrived but finally had to go to front desk since no one even came to our table for first 20 minutes. Good thing we were not in rush. Waitress send she didn't know they had sat someone at that table and she was waiting on customers in the back outside area. She was very attentive after she came to the table and they did offer complimentary fruit with our brunch. We've been there for dinner many times and had great service and meals.
DJ
DebbieJ
Jacksonville
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience1
The atmosphere, food and service was below par for a restaurant of this stature. The floor was extreme slippery and almost fell coming and going to into this establishment. We will think twice before making any reservations with them again. Not worth the expense!
EA
EarthAngel
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience4
I usually enjoy Bluefish. Decided to try brunch. Had the shrimp and grits. The shrimp were plump and fresh, but the sauce was too watery and the grits were hard. The patries were a nice touch and the waffles were wonderful...tender and moist.
DL
DonL
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Yummy food, served in a comfortable environment. What more can anyone ask for?
BJ
BarbaraJ
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Oysters from PEI were great! Our server was excellent and was very attentive All in all a nice Friday afternoon experience
JA
JACOB
Charleston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing...everything was fantastic.
S
Stephan
Orlando
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing dining experience! Took my wife here for her birthday and was not disappointed. We had a party of 8 and the service was top notch. Heather went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of and that our needs were met and then some. We highly recommend Blue Fish to anyone looking for quality seafood and great atmosphere!
C
Chris
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience3
The sangria tasted like left over ingredients that needed to be gotten rid of. The steak was very chewy. The fish was good but sauce on top lack luster. The sided were basic and oily. The service was very good, but the food was less than impressive.
MO
MyOhMy
Jacksonville
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
We went to the Blue Fish last year for Christmas and was very impressed so we returned this year. We ended up sitting outdoors last year and, with the heaters they had set up, it was nice and cozy. The Blue Fish was still outstanding in so many ways this year. My son and his wife had the fried shrimp which they loved. My husband had a combination seafood platter which was good except for the flounder which was very dry. I had the broiled scallops from the appetizer menu as my entree and it was excellent. The salads were very good - especially my goat cheese salad. For dessert, each couple shared a serving of carrot cake which was delicious and HUGE. Can't imagine anyone eating that big of a serving by themselves. Although we had a reservation, we were seated upstairs where they had lined the windows with hightop tables. It appeared that it was set up as an overflow room, but we did enjoy being by the window and since there weren't many of us up there, it was relatively quiet. Candy and Hunter, our servers, were absolutely wonderful. We'll be back next year!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Four ladies out on Christmas Day. Food and service were excellent. We were lucky to be seated upstairs where it was quieter.
S
Steph
Jacksonville
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
terrific neighborhood restaurant. Our go-to for a good fish dinner but always for Christmas Eve. They adapt to service levels and share efforts. recommendations are always spot on. had the snapper with the rainbow curry preparation - totally recommend!!! YUM!
SW
StaceyW
Jacksonville
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Favorite restaurant in all of Jacksonville and never disappoints. We have not made it a tradition to go every Christmas Eve!
A
Alfords
Jacksonville
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience5
Good brunch. Our waitress was super sweet and very tentative. The food was Luke warm but otherwise it was ok.
m
mikdoog
Jacksonville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came through with Oysters and Champagne for my birthday dinner and 9 friends! Thank you.
EW
EvinW
Jacksonville
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
We brought friends visiting from out of town. Everyone enjoyed the meal & the ambiance. A lovely evening!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server was great and energetic
CJ
CookieJax
Jacksonville
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
I've been there at happy hour and private events and always had a good experience, but yesterday at lunch was a disappointment. I will say the crab cakes were delicious, but all the other food our 4 top had was average or below. Server didn't inform us that they were out of salmon until we ordered it. The trout came with a scoop of bland rice and even more bland veggies. Others had the fish and chips, they looked good, but were also way under seasoned and bland. We will be back, but probably not for lunch. We had no alcohol and our tab with tip was $162
g
goodeats
Charlotte
137 reviews
vip
4.0
137 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
The food and service were very good. My only gripe is when I made the reservation I made it for the inside, but when we arrived we were seated outdoors. Fortunately they at least had a heater as it was pretty cool outside.
DW
DollyW
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lunchtime. Food was delicious, server was wonderful, atmosphere was quiet and relaxed.
AR
AnneR
Jacksonville
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My son took me out for my birthday. We started with a sampling of oysters to determine our favorite…then ordered a dozen of those. Very yummy. My entree was the trout and I wasn’t disappointed. We had brownies with ice cream for dessert (mine was free). We did this last year and I requested that we do this again…just my son and myself. Very rare that we get to spend time by ourselves! It was a very special afternoon. I’m looking forward to doing it again next year! Thank-you, Blue Fish!
d
drhoward
New York Area
25 reviews
vip
1.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience1
HORRIBLE SERVICE!!! This is the last time I'll dine here because the service was so terrible. I decided to bring my family to dinner for the Holiday and we were all disappointed by the lack of service. Our server never refilled our water or offered a new mixed drink. The appetizers were decent, but the crab bisque was the worst I've ever had. It was basically gravy with bits of crab. Overall, this experience left a lot to be desired. The staff is completely inadequate, which destroyed dining. I will never eat here again!
D
Destiny
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience3
I made a reservation and our table was not ready. The waitress took forever to come to our table once seated and barely checked in with us while we were there.

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The Blue Fish Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 1949 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

3551 St Johns Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205

Additional information

Cross street
Talbot
Neighborhood
Jacksonville
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We offer a valet service Wednesday-Sunday
Public transit
Riverside Trolley Fridays & Saturdays
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Scott King
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bluefishjax.com/
Phone number
(904) 387-0700
Catering
We offer full service catering both on and off site.
Private party facilities
Plan you next event in one of our two private dinning rooms. Offering a more casual lounge feel in our Elevated Avondale Room and a more formal experience in our Fountain Room looking out into our New Orleans style courtyard.
Private party contact
Patrick Robinson: (904) 387-0700

The Blue Fish Restaurant

Make a reservation

Additional information

Blue Fish Mussels

The Blue Fish Escargot

Seafood Gumbo

Appetizers

Crab Bisque

Crab Cake$8.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$8.00

Soup of the Day

Seafood Gumbo

1/2 Dozen Gulf Oysters On the Half Shell$7.00

Salads

Seared Tuna Salad$13.00

Quiche of the Day with Soup or Salad$10.00

Soup and Salad$10.00

Caesar Salad$6.00

Fried Oyster Caesar Salad$12.00

Goat Cheese Salad$9.00

House Salad$6.00

Strawberry Chicken Salad$12.00

Sandwiches & Burgers

Fried Oyster Po 'Boy$12.00

Fried Fish Sandwich$12.00

The Naked Burger$8.00

Fried Shrimp Po 'Boy$11.00

Honey Dijon Chicken Sandwich$10.95

The Bleu Burger$9.00

The Mushroom Onion Burger$9.00

Entrées

Lemon Caper$12.50

Horseradish Crusted Catch$12.50

Mac & Cheese with Grilled Chicken$16.00

Blackened Chicken, Red Beans & Rice$10.00

Mother Grenamyer's Jambalya$24.00

Coconut Shrimp$12.95

Grilled Catch$12.50

Fish & Chips$12.50

Shrimp and Grits$11.95

Crispy Herbed Chicken Breast$10.00

Mojo Catch$16.00

Seared Scallops and Shrimp Over White Cheddar Mac and Cheese$16.00

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