Blue Fish Restaurant and Oyster Bar

First time visiting; my brother in law and his wife took family here during a quick visit to J-ville. OMG what an outstanding dining experience with good value menu items!! Weekend brunch was recommended by my sister in law and will take advantage of that when revisiting one upcoming weekend 😀!

This has become a new staple of happy hour for my friends. My family even coworkers. It is fancy feel but such a chill and amazing vibe. First off the greeters are always so welcoming and warm with huge smiles whether its the male one or female one. Then the bar has happy hour. The bartenders know you and remember you and your drink literally if you go a 2nd time already. Not to mention they are generous and delicious drinks. They are not juiced or sugared up. Perfect. Then. They are the most fun and memorable bunch Food. During happy hour is so cheap and worth it for top chef and fancy food. Everything has been good and not once a miss have I said been back literally 6xs . You will enjoy every part of it. The oysters are a must with the veteran Yvette literally a vibe and makes her own homemade sauce you have to have to ask for. It makes it worth the entire visit.

I went here for the first time. I ordered the Shrimp and grits and a wide of blackened snapper. The grits and fish were very good and full of flavor. I didn't care for the shrimp because it had a fishy taste to it. The server was great and very helpful with the menu. I sat upstairs and was able to open a windowpane to feel the fresh breeze. The atmosphere is nice. Great place for dinner. I'd definitely visit this place again.

✨ Incredible first-time experience at Blue Fish Restaurant and Oyster Bar! ✨ This was my very first time trying oysters, and their oyster sampler blew me away—rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. I also had the grouper in lemon-caper sauce, which was light, buttery, and deliciously balanced with bright, briny capers. My partner ordered the shrimp carbonara, which was creamy, smoky, and packed with flavor. We ended the night with their white chocolate bread pudding to go, and wow—decadent doesn’t even begin to cover it. Every dish was beautifully presented, and the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. Highly recommend for a special night out or a treat-yourself dinner. We’ll definitely be back! 🌊🐟🍋 Thank you, Maddie, for the excellent service experience 🙏🏼

We hadn’t been here in quite a long time because the service was terrible last time. Tonight, we didn’t have any plans for after dinner, so we decided to try it again. What a difference! They were quite busy and we had to wait a couple of minutes to be seated despite having reservations, but from then on the service was great! I think my soda was refilled five times? The food arrived quickly and obviously hadn’t been left sitting after being plated. I had fried shrimp and fries. Nothing fancy, but easy to mess up. The fries and shrimp were both hot, and neither was greasy. My wife ordered the rainbow trout. She didn’t find a single bone in it. She did comment that the carrots were basically raw. I had the fudge brownie for dessert, and my wife had the espresso cheesecake. My brownie was delicious, served warm with ice cream and whipped cream on top. My wife said the cheesecake was good, but not great. My only complaint about the atmosphere is, it was a little loud.

Mr. Ray, the oyster man, is the bees knees. Great oysters. Multiple varieties. Good drinks. Bartenders are awesome. Great food. Get the burger if you don’t like seafood, btw it’s a double cheese. 10/10

OMG this place is amazing from the time we walk in the door and left. If I could give 10 stars I would. Our waiter Michelle was top tier and knowledgeable. I had to let the manager Sam know we had a GREAT experience! We need this food and service in Houston!

This was my 3rd time at Blue Fish and I truly enjoyed it. The atmosphere was fantastic for our engagement celebration. While my steak came out under cooked all the other meals came out fantastic. And our waiter Richard was kind enough to take my steak back and have the kitchen redo it. Servers me right for ordering steak at a seafood restaurant.

My friends and I enjoyed Happy Hour before a big event in Avondale. We were lucky enough to grab enough spots at the bar. We enjoyed drinks only and some great catch up time. The staff at The Blue Gish is always awesome!

Visited during the Avondale Amplified event. Easily made a a reservation. I called and requested a seat on the front patio. The receptionist confirmed but they weren't able to accommodate once I arrived . I had the crab cakes, raw oysters and grouper. The crab cakes were meaty and flavorful. The grouper was slightly dry. The server was helpful and accommodating. I would visit again but would try a different dish

We came here this past Sunday for brunch & it was DELIGHTFUL!!! Great, attentive, & courteous staff. Lots of wonderful, fresh, healthy food options with different daily specials. Full bar with wine & a vast mixed drink menu with many options to choose from! The ambiance itself... gorgeous! A couple of different areas to eat in that cater to any kind of dining experience. There's a gorgeous courtyard with a large fountain in the outside "patio" dining area & an upstairs dining area as well. This place is perfect to wind down, have a serene date night, or even host a business dinner at!

I was visiting Jacksonville for a few days and decided to try the Blue Fish Restaurant with 3 friends who were also in town. Upon entering the decor was appropriate for a seafood restaurant. I will focus on my meal since it is the only thing I consumed. Abby (our server) brought me Crab Bisque, Crab Cakes, and Red Beans and Rice. The flavors were like a museum in my mouth. Abby provided stellar, top notch, five star service to all four of us and is to be commended. If I'm ever back in the area, I'll make sure the Blue Fish Restaurant is on my itinerary. If you happen to stop by, make sure you ask for Abby. You will not get better service than what she provides.

Bluefish Bar and Grill delivered a great experience all around. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, the service was friendly and attentive, and the food was on point. Everything came out fresh, well-seasoned, and exactly what you hope for when you sit down to enjoy a good meal. Unfortunately we had to leave early due to my migraine headaches. It's a solid spot for great food and a comfortable vibe, and definitely a place worth coming back to.

Came here for a volunteer event. They have an area you can reserve in the back. Overall the staff was attentive and everyone seemed to have a good attitude. At one point was my wife was a huge fan of their brunch apparently it's pretty different after COVID but unfortunately that's seems to be the case with many places.

Our server was great. She was attentive enough and our sangrias were good. but that's where the positive ends. We ordered the deviled eggs to start and tbh it tasted like they put seasoned ketchup on top of the eggs. Then I ordered the lamb tenderloin and it tasted and chewed like the chef has never cooked lamb before. I ordered it medium rare and it looked it. However it was hard and chewy. Basically hard to chew. Hubby had the New York steak special and he said that his grilled steaks (that he grills at home) taste better. Our friends had similar below mediocre tasting food as well. I would skip this place.

I've never actually eaten here but today we did brunch and it was solid. They have a self serve desserts area and like 2.50 mimosas with entrees. I had one and I also did a reso every spritz. So fresh and tasty using really fruit not puree. My bf has crab and and shrimp benny and I had the biscuits and gravy plate. First off it's a lot of food like more than normal. The gravy has a sweet homemade flavor and my grits were top notch . No salt or sugar needed. I tried the venir for dessert and she brought us some cinnamon donut bread too and it was delish!!! I would def go back.

I've passed this place so many times, whether im driving by or visiting the restaurants nearby... I've always been curious as to how good it is. I've always seen that The parking is awful so I never had a chance to pop by until yesterday. Family dinner and I was excited to finally visit the spot I've been wondering about for years now. I'll start off by saying our server, Richard was phenomenal. We were a party of 13, and he handled it like a champ. He was 100% on point and we definitely showed our appreciation to him. As far as ambiance, the place is nice. Because we were in a large group we had the room, but the rest of the restaurant seemed nice. It's a little tight, but that's to be expected. I will say that an actual bluefish or something to play on their name would add a nice touch. With the food, I won't say i was dissatisfied, but I also wasn't particularly impressed. Everything ordered was decent, but there was nothing that popped out and gave me the "oh I gotta go back there" that I was somewhat hoping for. One of the things that annoyed me is the happy hour menu that they offer has items that are only available if you sit at the bar. Especially when the happy hour menu has some gooodd options, but if you're seated where we were..... you can't order them. A bummer. Out of 8 entrees ( the other meals were kids hamburgers) everyone sampled everyone's food and we mingled about the table. There was plenty variety from oysters, to fried green tomatoes, sock it to me shrimp, chicken picatta, some salad, to the key lime pie for dessert. Now the key lime pie was off the chain...so was the homemade ranch! Complimentary bread is brought to the table, but the butter is cold and hard and didn't really contribute any flavor to the bread that's already bland. Some warm garlic butter would be a great addition to the menu, since the butter that comes out with the oysters is this way. Overall, would I come back? Maybe ... but I can't say it would be my first or second choice. However I did enjoy my evening at The Blue Fish.

What a great place for a holiday meal. The service was wonderful and it's a very nice relaxed atmosphere. You can dine inside or out, but since the day was cool, we were inside. The menu is limited, but perfect. A salad & warm rolls, a choice of 2 if 4 entrees, choice 3 of 6 sides and 1 of 4 desserts. The only negative was a very inconsiderate patron standing at the open front door smoking. It was blowing into the restaurant so badly the hostesses had to close the door. Without the unwanted smoke, it would be 5 stars.

I enjoy Blue Fish for their upscale happy hour that offers a sophisticated twist such as premium martinis and featuring a curated food menu. They offer quality in every bite while service is in a relaxed pace. Blue Fish' happy hour is a enjoyable social experience without the high prices of a full-fledged night out. Try the red beans and rice bake with andouille sausage or their delicious tacos. Of course if your really hungry the main menu is full of tasty entrees also to enjoy.

Your Bartender Jenn is the most miserable person I have encountered at a bar. She was horrible and proud of it! I work to hard for the luxury of eating out to deal with such a bad experience at a bar. Food was great but I will never go back if she is working behind the bar.

Such a great little brunch spot! We made reservations for Easter and had seating in an inside room in the back with about four tables, which was really nice and secluded! The food was amazing and has such reasonable prices for the amount of food given. You also were able to get a mimosa for $1.50 or bloody mary for $3.00 if you purchased a meal. On top of your order, you also get a choice of fruit or a coffee cake. The coffee cake was fantastic and a must try. Our server was very friendly and provided great service. We will definitely be back!

This is currently my favorite restaurant in the city. The ambiance is good, laid back but very nice atmosphere. There's a bar/TV if you're interested in keeping up with the latest sports activities. The food is excellently prepared. I ordered the salmon with the vegetables of the day. The calamari was gone but I arrived later in the evening. Advised that calamari is not frozen. So, I will call ahead to next time to inquire if calamari is on the menu. It was part of the Christmas menu. Excellent service! The server was very knowledgeable. From the entrance to the exit, my overall experience was great! So, I will return soon.

Had dinner in the Courtyard, felt a little like eating in the French Quarters. The ref fish topped with crabmeat and shrimp was excellent, red beans weren't great. Had brunch there a few weeks ago was disappointed in the quality of food , I guess it's knowing what to order. Service was good. Esthetically nothing special inside.

I had made reservations here for a Saturday night. I was not very familiar with the area, but this restaurant came up on OpenTable and we decided to try it out. We were greeted as we walked in to a very busy restaurant. We thought this was going to be great since it was so busy...glad we got reservations! Our waiter Richard was very friendly and very attentive... hence the 2 stars. We ordered the special, which you can see in the photo. Main protein was a 10oz steak and those two crab cakes on top. The presentation of the steak was.... extremely underwhelming, but I decided to try it anyway. I ordered mine medium rare and my wife medium. She cut into hers after a few tries and it was raw on the inside. I cut mine in the middle and mine was slightly under a medium rare, but again I went with it. My wife sends hers back as I get to eating mine... I cut it from the edge only to find out it was... raw? On the edge? Very weird to me, so I ended up cutting around the steak and ever edge was raw. I ended up just not eating mine and my wife's, the second time around was also raw on the outsides... we just didn't eat our steaks and they comped us. What was good was the small crab cakes and the complimentary bread and butter. I look at the other photos of steaks and they have a good crust on them, but ours looked like they were cooked on a medium heat pan... We won't be coming back. But thankfully there's plenty of other options in Avondale.

It's been a while since I've come here for happy hour and it wasn't too bad. My friend and I were planning on sitting at the bar but got seated in a table in a corner instead. The food and drinks were good, but the service was pretty bad. Our order was messed up multiple times, we were given the wrong information (X side is unavailable but we can give you Y side. *Z side comes out instead and it turns out X side was very much available*). We also were charged non-happy hour prices for drinks as well as charged extra for the incorrect side that was brought out. When we brought it up to the waitress, she said she was sorry and that if we came back next time she would "make it up" to us.

So we haven't been in years - not sure why. Went last pm for happy hour. Sat at the bar. Had 3 doz raw Virginia oysters - $13 a dozen. Delicious. The shucker is a very nice lady. We will be back. Used to love their muscles as well. Happy hour only in bar area but it was packed, just like it always was pre-pandemic.

Fantastic seafood, great service with a wonderful atmosphere. I really enjoyed everything I had here from the bisque to the key lime pie. Everything was prepared perfectly and on time. I really recommend the crab bisque. It's fresh and delicious.

Good good. Made dietary accommodations for me. Was able to get a gluten free, dairy free meal. Richard, our waiter, was friendly. Ambience was lovely.

We were in town for my high school reunion and staying in Avondale. With a few hit and miss restaurant experiences under our belt, we were looking for a meal that was worth spending money on. Blue Fish nailed it! Our server, Michelle, was just wonderful! Very attentive and helpful with her menu suggestions. Little did we know that there are actually different varieties of oysters, each with their own distinct flavor and texture. Nice to see so many locals enjoying the food and atmosphere. We would go back in a minute if we visit again. Thank you!

It's been a while since I've been there, because I moved away from town. Now that I'm back, I'm looking forward to an opportunity to go. I have good memories of the comfortable, clean, and very pretty, lively outdoor patio, great service and outstanding food. At the time, about4 years ago, we were very pleased with the overall experience. Even parking was good. I admit it would be difficult for me to maneuver the walk from the parking lot to the front door by myself due to my handicap, but I doubt I'll pass up an opportunity to go again some time soon.

We were in town visiting our family and decided to have dinner at this restaurant. Location: I'm not very familiar with the air but it's like a small downtown area. Located near cute boutique shops. Parking: We got lucky and found a spot Right in front of the restaurant, but parking is tough to find. Service: My cousin made the reservations and the service was ok. I wasn't impressed but it wasn't horrible. Ambience/Crowd: It's a family restaurant and has a nice atmosphere. Food/drink: 5/10 the food was not memorable I didn't enjoy the food. Will I be back? If I went back I would try something different. Unfortunately I didn't take pics of the food.

Went to Blue Fish for my first date, my anniversary, and later, to propose to my fiancé. Food is always outstanding. The fish is fresh and cooked perfectly, the sides are top notch (I'm partial to the french fries), and you have a variety of drinks to pick from. Most recently, as mentioned above, I proposed to my fiancé. The staff were marvelous. From Phil, who ensured the exact table we had our first date at was reserved, to the hosts for keeping it a secret and for Mary, our server, taking a video for me so that we could cherish the moment forever. From casual dining to a very special occasion, you will not be disappointed. Try the calamari if it's on special. So good.

Thanksgiving 2024 menu was amazing, lots of food and ended up w leftovers to take home. The desserts were not that good but Turkey and fish dish and sides delicious!

My experience at Blue Fish was just bad all around. We had a 730pm reservation and still waited for about 20 minutes to be seated. Once our server came by about 10 minutes later, she seemed so frazzled that all she could do was offer us waters. In total we waited about 20-25 minutes for our orders to be taken, then another 20-30 for our food to arrive. When I first tried to order grouper, I was told she needed to check if they still had it...then she proceeded to wait on other tables before coming back to tell me they didn't (at least she also stopped to put in our appetizer order). I then asked if I order blackened snapper with red beans and rice but with vegetables instead of the sausage and crab. I was told I could. Then when the food arrives, I see the snapper prepared blackened exactly as the menu states without the substitutions I asked for. When I pointed it out the food runner, she asked our server then comes back and says "oh no, we can't change that." Well, it's ok if I can't, but then why was I told that I could? What if it had been a vegetarian requesting that change? The server later awkwardly checked on us to see if we were ok, but didn't acknowledge her blunder. The poor service would be more tolerable had the food been good, but it was nothing special. My favorite was the scallop appetizer special with sun dried tomatoes and bacon jam- really yummy though the portion was small. Putting aside that I didn't get the dish I ordered, my snapper still had a slight fishy taste and was pretty bland for being blackened-I can only imagine how much more bland it would've been had I ordered it grilled instead. The red beans and rice with the sausage had an unexpected risotto-like consistency but I enjoyed the flavor. We unknowingly went during Amplified Avondale so the whole neighborhood was busy, which explains why our server seemed stressed but that's not enough to justify giving customers incorrect information and bland food. Now about the ambiance. I needed to use the restroom while we waited and wow, the entrance is incredibly cramped, there's only one stall, and it overall just didn't look clean or kept up with, which was unsettling. The decor seems like it was trendy and cool once upon a time, but could use a major upgrade. Overall, my experience was incredibly underwhelming and I will not be returning.

We live in the Avondale area and Bluefish has always been a choice for lunch with friends. I did a review about a year ago when the restaurant reduced the size of the portions and the quality. Recently I ordered the fish Tacos and my wife fish and chips. The fish and chips used to come with two good sized pieces of fish and chips in a container. Now small pieces of fish the size of your finger in the container with the fish. In the fish Taco a ton of coleslaw and a finger sized piece of fish. It is sad to see this good restaurant continue to decline. Oh, and the Fish Taco that used to come with Black beans and rice now comes with French fries, Tacos and fries ?

Came here and was served by Michael and he was very informative and accommodating. My sister came for her birthday and didn't like what she ordered and he helped us out with swapping out a meal and 0 guilty vibes or frustration! Highly recommend the halibut French quarter!!

I came in today for brunch and it was so hot in the restaurant, it made the experience very uncomfortable! Not sure if it was a bad day or what. Otherwise, Blue Fish has a great brunch menu and it's one of my favorite places for brunch. I don't drink alcohol much but they have great deals on their cocktail menu especially their Bloody Mary's, Mimosas, Sangrias, etc. On this visit, I ordered the lemon cod with capers, it came with grits and potatoes. I was really happy with my meal. It was very good and I cleaned my plate. During brunch they offer complimentary starters and dessert. I had the fresh fruit to start and ended with a snickerdoodle cookie and cheesecake brownie. Our server was really nice and we had a nice experience. But again, not sure what's going on but it was so hot in the restaurant, we were all sweating and fanning ourselves on a 100 degree day in Florida, it was not fun.

We decided to try this restaurant on a whim, we didn't realize they were doing a brunch on the weekend but it was fantastic! The prices on drinks were amazing too. There was a complimentary buffet of cookies near our table, the kids(adults too) were very happy about that. Coming in here I was looking forward to oysters and maybe I'll be back for them later but the food was very good! The eggs bene was made perfect, sometimes the egg isn't made right but these were! Everyone enjoyed their meals!

Oyster were horrible very small and strong. Salad was small but ok. Service and ambiance was very good.

Came here to celebrate my birthday with friends and it did not disappoint!! Ordered an absolutely delicious and generously portioned crescent city mahi for myself, and my waiter supplied extra steamed veggies on the side: 9/10. Had their in-house key lime for dessert, delicious but extra whip would've taken it over the top: 8/10 Tried my friend's crab bisque and wasn't pleased whatsoever. Maybe if you like sherry, you would like it but overall: 1/10 Was loud in the dining room as well even though there weren't too many people there, so keep that in mind if you're looking for a quiet evening, because even with us four at a round table, we had to lean in a bit and talk extra loud to hear each other well.

Great Raw Oysters four choices Outstanding service Great bartender Also added some sides that were very good Reasonable prices Very clean & nice ambiance Private parking lot WE WILL BE BACK AGAIN!

Great food! Evette at the oyster bar was incredible! so much fun and the outside courtyard was stunning! didn't even know it was there. u must dine outside . food and service great! our server Richard was fun and experienced in all menu items. great choices, will be back again and again. I heard happy hour is awesome by people who were leaving .

My son invited me his Grammy to lunch. This was the first time for all of us. He had been wanting to try oysters for over a year now, so he was able to order the dozen house oysters, half steamed and half raw. Also for starters, we had the crab stuffed mushrooms and sock it to me shrimp. All three were delicious, but the agreed favorite was the stuffed mushrooms. Mom and I had the fried fish sandwich which was simple with fries but delicious. I love a good fish sandwich. My son ordered the chicken piccata. He liked it, but agreed that it was more of a dinner type meal. The service was top tier. Alissa(sp) is an awesome waitress. So personable, available and a real professional. We had our lunch on the back patio which was very nicely set up with a fountain and greenery. We really enjoyed this visit. Sorry, no photos. I plan to visit again for brunch with my husband. Will remember to take pictures then.

I'm a sucker for a restaurant that offers quality, quantity and value. The Blue Fish hit high on all three measures. My wife and I were in Jacksonville for a weekend watching our son play college baseball. Hadn't a clue where to go or what to do. A "What to Do in Jacksonville" article mentioned a funky area of restaurants and shops called Riverside/Avondale. Since we had all day prior to an evening game we made the 25 minute drive. Certainly glad we did! The Blue Fish served brunch and that's just what we desired. Our server Maddie recommended several items and better yet was honest when asked about one particular item, because she wasn't a banana fan meaning the Bananas Foster French Toast wasn't an item she would order. I settled on the Blue Fish Breakfast and my wife got the Steak n Eggs. All entrees come with a complimentary fruit cup or piece of "Donut Bread." The fruit was plentiful and fresh; the bread was just as described......a combination of butter pound cake and cinnamon bread. Fantastic. My wife's steak was perfectly cooked and a nice sized NY Strip. The breakfast potatoes were accented with red and green peppers and onion. Mmmm. The eggs (3) and bacon were perfect. Mine came with 2 waffles dipped in French toast batter, fried to a perfect golden brown. More than I needed but awesome. $1.50 Mimosas and $3.00 Bloody Mary's with any entree was the icing on the cake; or so I thought. After all this incredible food (mine was $18.50; my wife's was $22.00) Maddie lets us know that the meal comes with desert off the desert bar. Monster sized chocolate chip cookies or oatmeal raisin cookies were available or a chocolate cheesecake brownie completed the way more than ample offering. All in all the food was great; plentiful and the lagniappe (a Cajun term for "a little something extra") of desert and appetizer plus cocktail specially priced it was just a grand slam home run for us. It was so good we went back Sunday since it was so delicious and a safe bet. I would recommend the Blue Fish to anyone for brunch!

What a special restaurant! After being seated, we were greeted by the sweetest waitress who really made our Saturday brunch special. First off, they give you free donut bread (like a sweet bread or pound cake) or fruit to start with which was yummy. On top of that, for brunch they have a deal where you can get mimosas for $1.50 if you buy an entree - what a deal! We had lots of people at our table so we had a lot to eat! First, the Shrimp and Crab Benedict ($21) with grits instead of potatoes - really good! They also make omelettes however you like them ($19) which someone ordered and said was yummy too. The Corned Beef Hash and Eggs ($18), which was raved about! They said that it was probably the best corned beef they've ever had. The Smoked Salmon Scramble ($20) was recommended by the waitress and very much enjoyed! The 1/2 Pound Shrimp Platter ($18) was good as well. Lastly, I had the Blackened Mahi and Jumbo Lump Crab ($22), which honestly I could've lived without. The mahi was quite dry and the crab on the dish was like a sprinkle lol. But I would definitely try something else and think I was the odd man out here. To finish everything off, they had complimentary desserts for all guests to enjoy - cookies, cupcakes, etc. Would love to be back, especially with the great and friendly service!

Good food, pretty good service but very noisy. No quite dinners here. Be willing to share in your neighboring tables conversation. Late lunch is a better time to enjoy the food without all the noise.

Our server, Alyssa S, was such a joy and guided us to the perfect lunch meal. I enjoyed the Crescent City Mahi. My lunch mate enjoyed the soup & salad. Both were perfectly yummy. Great lunch spot as the ambiance allows for conversation.

I go to this restaurant about once a week. Great oysters at a reasonable price. Had one dozen. Last night had a whole snapper that was fried with jasmine rice and black beans. My other half and I split it and still had leftovers. Excellent. Richard was our server and he was friendly yet still very professional. Scott is a chef and he does an incredibly great job. Highly recommended.

Our go to restaurant for special occasions and company. Great Happy hour, food and service. The restaurant has its own parking which is great for the area. Plenty of room inside with a private room for groups and a beautiful patio. Great oyster bar and appetizers. Love their fresh seafoods. We always leave satisfied.

I would only recommend this restaurant to those seeking to have an amazing meal and superb attention by server. Hostess was a doll, immediately accommodated our group and server RICHARD IS AN ABSOLUTE delight! Richard is very professional who made stellar recommendations and attended to us as if we were family! Dishes that were over the top flavorful were the pan seared rainbow curry, key lime shrimp pasta, steak frites and the special pasta with shrimp and mussels. Dessert -- BREAD PUDDING! Must must try!!!

Love specifically happy hour. They offer oyster, mussels, and other great bites. They also have a drink menu including martinis, margarita and wine. When you get there be sure to start with an oyster shorter. The bar staff is always great, and I always meet someone interesting. During great weather, I love the outside front or back patio.

We had reservations for 6 pm but the hostess said it was a 15 minute wait for everyone. Over 20 minutes later we got our table. The restaurant seemed short-staffed, but the manager stepped in and did a great job serving us. I ordered an espresso martini, which wasn't made correctly as you can see from the photo. The house oysters, however, were amazing and I highly recommend them. The lobster ravioli was disappointing - the veggies were slimy and the dish wasn't creamy. The pasta itself was just okay but in my opinion wasn't worth the $31. My boyfriend did enjoy his fish and chips. Overall, I'd only go back for the oysters during happy hour.

Lunch and happy hour with my friend. Cute day drinking date with my girl. Richard was great. He kept making us laugh. Drinks were great and we enjoyed the food. I was disappointed when my oyster po'boy came out with 4 measly oysters on it.

We enjoyed our food here but were not quite wowed. I liked the half and half oysters especially the ones with bacon and cheddar - seafood and cheese and uncommon combo I know but it worked! The key lime pie not pictured was very good. I liked the design and lighting of the restaurant. It was elevated and classy. The wine glasses that were not used were left on the table which awkwardly took up quite a bit of space.

My favorite part about Blue Fish is the location, Avondale is hands down the cutest community in Jax and I love visiting the area often. The second thing I love about Blue Fish is their Happy Hour, some of the best specials in town. Today I visited with a friend for lunch for the first time and I ordered the shrimp and grits. I definitely missed the part of the menu where it discussed the spice level but luckily I enjoy a little spice. The grits were stone ground but still creamy, the shrimp were perfectly cooked. I understand the purpose of leaving the tail on but I still don't like it . Service was okay for bar seating, it was pretty meh not bad but not worth writing about. The restaurant was nice and quiet it's not aesthetically pleasing in my opinion and could use some updating. The outdoor seating however is beautiful

Came back here for dinner and absolutely loved it. We set at the back by little fountain and it was super cute. I chose curry sauce for my grouper fish. It was delicious. A bit on a spicy side, but I definitely enjoyed it!

We had dinner at this restaurant on Valentine's Day and it was top notch. We enjoyed all of our food and appetizers. Everything was perfectly cooked and displayed and the taste was excellent. Coming from New Jersey where there are 1 million great restaurants, this restaurant definitely is great.Highly recommend! The atmosphere in the restaurant was very cute and inviting. Perfect for our family on Valentine's Day! The service was also incredible. We had an excellent waiter and he was very attentive and knowledgeable and kind.