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: 4.4

4.4

1867 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

Oct 1, 2022

7:00 PM

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 1,867 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall2food1service1ambience3
Amazing happy hour but not good for a dinner.. The scallops were overcooked, the fish had no flavor, and the vegetable selection was abysmal.
K
Kimberly
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food4service2ambience5
I am a regular customer and usually receive the best service when I visit often for happy hour or brunch on Sundays, however the service provided by Jimma was less that usual. She was not very friendly, attentive and when bringing certain things to her attention that she’d missed she was not apologetic about.
BW
BeverlyW
Jacksonville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and the service was awesome! Will go again!
GA
GlennA
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience2
Food was ok but not fabulous. Service was good. Asked for outdoor seating because the noise level is so high you can’t have a conversation. We were told it would be an hour yet there was only 2 tables occupied the entire time we were there.
PP
PatriciaP
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were dining prior to going to the symphony. The couple with us was new to the Jacksonville dining scene, and our dinner was a great way to introduce them. We were served promptly with plenty of time to enjoy our dinner and still get to the concert on time. The patio had a lovely breeze, and our evening was thoroughly enjoyable!
OM
OliviaM
Savannah
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall2food2service4ambience2
Not being from the area, we picked this restaurant strictly from the reviews. Very underwhelmed. Inside needs a face lift/remodel. Also don’t have any dairy alternatives for those with special diets.
TS
TomS
Jacksonville
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was wonderful
JG
JimG
Jacksonville
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food and service are consistently good at BlueFish. Like everywhere else the prices are going up but still a great place.
JM
JoseM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and great atmosphere and excellent staff
CD
CoryD
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed one of the best dinners we’ve had in a while eating out. I had the grouper with lemon caper sauce and it was delicious! We also had the Louisiana crab dip and I’ve been craving it ever since. Our waiter Robert was pleasant and attentive. I’m actually booking another date night here and i hope it’s as great as it was last time!
KV
KarenV
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The blue fish never disappoints
T
Toritee
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great experience. We sat outside, nice area but really hot. Enjoyed the food and drinks
RC
RonnellC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My experience was truly Amazing! I will be returning in the future.
JG
JimG
Chicago
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great lunch menu. Outstanding service. Cannot recommend too highly
SY
StaceyY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything here was wonderful. The food was delicious. Amy, our server, was very friendly and helpful with my choices of what to eat. I will definitely be coming back and recommending it to everyone I know.
TB
TomB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food was fantastic, this was our first time. It was a bit pricy and we sat at a table near the entrance door. I really enjoyed my meal and we had a great server.
KF
KnoxF
Charleston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great ambiance good service leads to awesome Friday night dinner
OT
OpenTable Diner
Savannah
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious pork potstickers, goat cheese salad, and mussels!
M
Mrob
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fish was fresh & delicious!
HL
HendricksL
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a gem with nicely divided dining spaces that lend an intimate feel in a fairly large restaurant. The menu was varied and reasonably priced, and the food quality was excellent. Service was also very good. It is definitely worth a visit.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience2
My husband is tall and has long arms so we would have preferred a much bigger table. I think they should get rid of all those small tables anyway, because no one likes sitting at them.
CG
CGREEN
New England
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently excellent food and service. Blue Fish never disappoints!
KI
KIANNAHS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I took my mother here for her birthday after searching for days for a restaurant and I’m so happy we chose The Blue Fish! Our wonderful waitress Mia was so patient with my mom and super helpful with my food choices(I’m a vegetarian). I would come here again and again, the food, drinks, and service were outstanding!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
31 reviews
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
Food need some seasoning. They are a seafood restaurant that should be introduced to Old Bay, Garlic Power, Paprika, Fish Fry etc
MF
MargoF
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal , and the most outstanding service I’ve ever received ! Our waitress , Jima , was “ above and beyond “ our expectations . Thank you for an absolutely wonderful evening with friends at Blue Fish !
IS
IreneS
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The only draw back is parking. It was raining which made the parking a bigger issue. Our business meeting was a Monday evening so the restaurant was quiet enough for us to have productive conversation.
LB
LunnettaB
Jacksonville
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
We ordered our food and drinks at the same time. After about 20 minutes, still no drinks but our food came out before we got our drinks! We both ordered the blackened mahi-mahi and lump crab cake. There was barely any lump crab cake. Not even enough to taste the crab, just a sprinkle. Worst brunch ever! We will not be returning and will tell everyone about our experience!
JG
JohnG
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great selection of wine and foods with daily specials being excellent! Server Michele was outstanding as well. Is always a Go To spot for all occasions.
RT
RolandT
Phoenix
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Excellent customer service
M
Mickey
Jacksonville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience2
Hostesses seemed like they didn't care and was rude when I asked to switch tables. A/C wasn't working and was very muggy in the restaurant. Food was okay, I wish it was still Sterlings.
ES
EstelaS
Jacksonville
13 reviews
vip
2.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience2
The brunch items lacked any flavor. Meal began with an option of fresh fruit or donut bread. The fresh fruit serving contained watermelon that was a bit past it’s prime. The fried shrimp lacked seasoning. The breakfast potatoes were plain with very little seasoning. Biscuits were dense. Gravy was thick and pasty. Over all. Not a good meal.
DR
DocRRE
Jacksonville
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience3
It was a birthday celebration for my wife. The service was wonderful but the ambiance was incredibly too loud based upon the table in our room that was entirely too loud. The food was large in portions but the seasoning had a strange taste to it. Nevertheless, it was a descent dinner. We will possibly try the restaurant again one day. Maybe…….
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 8, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience4
Extremely slow service; waitress hard to find. Mahi and grouper were overcooked.
AT
AndreaT
Jacksonville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience5
Usual everything here is amazing, but the food really fell short this time around.
w
waxy
Jacksonville
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Date night
RM
RMinardi
Jacksonville
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience2
Food was under seasoned (we couldn't taste any salt/flavor on our fish), crabmeat tasted metallic (as if it came from a can). Disappointing overall in my opinion.
S
Shadow
Birmingham
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience3
Had a little trouble getting seated, but we worked it out. The waiter was good and the food arrived in good time. My wife thought her food was quite good. I thought my food was just OK.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience3
I would rate 0 stars if I could, the whole experience was a disappointment. Hostesses tried to seat us on a table miles away from society, not kid friendly and food was below average. We regretted going there for brunch on a Sunday as visitors
T
Trvltripn
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
What a fantastic find this neighborhood restaurant was one of the top five on my list to take my husband for his birthday and they did not make this an easy task to get through everything on the menu was looking and sounding so good and scrumptious. From the seafood choices to steak and on top of everything else desserts such as Cream brulee, strawberry shortcake and decadent cheese cake brownies! This was a great find and I could not be more happier especially being served by a wonderful waitress named Miss Candy. Great way to celebrate 🥳🥂
JM
JeffersonM
Jacksonville
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 18, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience4
Poor slow service. Food was barely room temperature and poorly cooked.

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The Blue Fish Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 1867 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2022

7:00 PM

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

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Blue Fish Mussels

Seafood Gumbo

Oysters Bienville

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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