Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe
Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Portsmouth
Ranked #2 for seafood restaurants in Portsmouth
"Omg....Shuck for a buck....delicious."(5 Tips)
"Fresh oysters and monkfish with lobster veloute are must haves"(3 Tips)
"Oysters are clean, cold, and delicious, amazing fresh meal."(10 Tips)
"My favorite seafood restaurant in Portsmouth."(2 Tips)
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Steph KatrinaApril 12, 2015Amazing amazing amazing. Start to finish - no complaints. Oysters, crab, Mahi Mahi and Tuna all super fresh and prepared perfectly. Service was perfect, attentive without being intrusive. Our new fav- Keri GarelSeptember 4, 2016Monkfish is underappreciated! If it's on the fresh catch list, try it with the lobster veloute. (Don't forget to try the mussels too.)
- RyanSeptember 15, 2016Best seafood in Portsmouth. Fresh oysters and monkfish with lobster veloute are must haves
Yulanda BrandonJune 21, 2019Amazing service, terrific seafood very very fresh!! Amazing wine list, great atmosphere!!! We are always impressed with the new menus and entrees!!
John LanzaMay 4, 2013Had the seated tuna with wasabi sauce. It was an out of body experience. Incredible. Calamari was light, spicy and delicious and waitress KJ directed us perfectly.
Tom MaxwellJanuary 17, 2017The halibut with a picatta sauce. Try the tuna with the wasabi aioli. Both were awesome. With mashed potatoes and parsnips. Mmmm
Mert SunnetciogluAugust 15, 2013I came down here from Providence Rhode Island because of one my friend recommendation. It's worth to drive up here. Amazing seafood. You won't regret!!!- Jazzlady USAOctober 16, 2011Raw clams & oysters not best but decent. Get the $20 sampler. Bread comes with delicious olives & roast garlic. BBC (Belvedere Blue Cheese stuffed olives) excellent and dry. Tuna is tasty but small.
Laura JAugust 1, 2012WOW! Great food, fun atmosphere & fresh food! Love the sauces sampler with scallops. Pricey, but worth it for a girls night dinner birthday celebration.
Try the Raw Oysters And Little Necks - Great flavors, wish they were fully shucked. Both types were still attached to the shells.
Derek BayntonOctober 16, 2013Great selection of fresh, local catch and oysters. One of the best restaurants in Portsmouth- My favorite seafood restaurant in Portsmouth. Guaranteed fresh, local fish everyday. They never disappoint me.
Try the Rare Tuna With Mandarin Orange & Wasabi Aioli Glaze - Its so good I can't order anything but.
Cynthia SeguraNovember 22, 2011The fettuccine with bay scallops was one of the best things I have ever eaten.
Will GibneyMay 13, 2010Yellow fin tuna rare. signature dish. Great place to go any day of the week. Out of towners and clients love it. No brainer.- Try the Rare Tuna With Mandarin Orange & Wasabi Aioli Glaze - Holy yummy
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- Buck a Shuck is back! Every Tuesday for lunch and dinner, $1 oysters.
Steven LeifheitJuly 29, 2017Went because of past great experience. However we were very disappointed. Calamari serving was small and soggy.
Tony QuadrosSeptember 21, 2014Awful service. Tiny over-priced portions. Shitty lighting. Place sucks go somewhere else.
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Jumpin' Jay's Fish Cafe
150 Congress St (at Middle St.)
Portsmouth, NH 03801
United States
Portsmouth, NH 03801
United States
Located just two blocks down from Market Square in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Jay's has become an overnight institution among locals who appreciate exceptional seafood.
Closed until 5:30 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 5:30 PM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
(603) 766-3474
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
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Dinner
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.2
"Lobster rolls and other lobster dishes as well as the fried buffalo oysters are great. The wait can be long, but seats at the bar are sorta easy to come by."
Matthew Caldecutt - 8.0
"Great views! The chowder is top notch and I've never been disappointed with my meal."
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- 7.6
"The portofino was spectacular! Beyond outstanding!"
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- 8.2
"The Curry Mussels are better than the ones I've had in Belgium. I'm not kidding. Best paired with Thaizenheimer if it's available..."
Jason Boucher - 7.9
"Try the Gorgonzola And Pear Popover Salad - With filet. A WOW of delicious ingredients."
Alwyn Velasquez - 8.7
"Such an incredible space with such a diverse array of events and presentations. Check the website for the long list of dates and buy tickets, usually pretty affordable."
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