Jonah's Seafood House, 2601 Oyster Bar, and Market & Bake Shop

Seafood restaurant · East Peoria

Jonah's Seafood House, 2601 Oyster Bar, and Market & Bake Shop

Seafood restaurant · East Peoria

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2601 N Main St, East Peoria, IL 61611

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Waterfront seafood eatery: oysters, surf 'n' turf, cocktails  

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2601 N Main St, East Peoria, IL 61611 Get directions

jonahsseafood.com
@jonahsseafoodinc

$30–50 · Menu

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2601 N Main St, East Peoria, IL 61611 Get directions

+1 309 694 0946
jonahsseafood.com
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A riverfront institution since 1986 with a menu printed twice daily, flown‑in fish, and a lively oyster bar. OpenTable diners and local media regularly note the views, market, and consistent execution.

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Henry Blanche

Google
I had an incredible meal at Jonah’s Seafood House and 2601 Oyster Bar. The seafood is top-notch, especially the calamari and the fresh oysters. The service was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. I also enjoyed browsing the market for fresh catches and grabbing a pastry from the bake shop afterward. Definitely a place I’ll return to whenever I’m craving fresh, well-prepared seafood.

Fredrick Bates

Google
Jonah's Seafood House in Peoria is a wonderful riverside seafood restaurant. The Oyster Bar, and Market & Bake Shop next door, are interesting places as well, but this is the crown jewel. The service was second to none, from the hostess/manager Angie, to my delightful waitress Macy. The view of the Illinois River augmented a warm but comfortably rustic setting. I started with an Espresso Martini — 360 Vanilla, Kahlua, Tia, Espresso & Cream with three delicious coffee beans on top. The cocktail was remarkably flavorful and I am a coffee martini enthusiast.🍸 For an appetizer I indulged myself and ordered a staple of any high-end seafood restaurant; Oysters Rockefeller baked in the half-shell. This traditional mainstay was absolutely perfectly cooked with the added twist of bacon. (Everything is better with bacon). The main attraction outdid it all: South African Lobster Tail with a half pound of Alaskan King Crab Legs. I’ll let the pictures speak for this dish—I LOVED IT! For dessert I had another libation🤭 — a Milk Chocolate Martini 🍸 360 Vanilla, Dark Crème De Cacao, and Cream.

Amber Gonzalez

Google
Florida grouper…yes, please!!! This was a spectacular dish! The crab dip was wonderful! Our waitress was super kind and very attentive but not overly attentive. The vibe of the whole building was very cools! If we ever make it back to Peoria, we will definitely dine here again!

Jake Gerdes

Google
Jonah’s! It’s the quality that sets this place apart from other seafood spots. The Blackened Cod? Absolutely buttery — it melts in your mouth. And no matter what side you choose, you can’t go wrong. The King Ora Salmon was some of the most delicate, perfectly cooked salmon I’ve ever had. Honestly, it didn’t even need seasoning, but the extra flavor brought it to the next level. Do yourself a favor and give this place a stop!

Jesse Carman

Google
Got to the location a bit early so walked around and enjoyed the scenery. Once open we were seated in a good Iocation with a good view. Our server was great and paid attention to our table as well as the others. Our food was fantastic and quickly served. I had oysters Rockefeller and my spouse had ahi tuna tacos. Everything was wonderful. Would definitely go back. And then after we stopped by the market and grabbed a couple of things to take back with us!

BTNT

Google
Unfortunately I wasn’t hungry enough I only have appetizers and dessert it was really tasty and delicious. Nice and cozy atmosphere with polite and pleasant service.Fresh oysters was worth 5 stars rating.

Brian J.

Google
LOVE a nice evening at the Oyster Bar. I’m not a seafood person so you’d think I’m in the wrong place, but being accompanied with seafood fans this is where we go. Lots of tasty non seafood options as well. Everything was delicious, top notch service! Picture is a filet mignon quesadilla, and the Cuban sandwich. Also got the fat fries. Everything was amazing. Don’t forget about the drinks and the chocolate cake!

Brad Weyeneth

Google
Had a very pleasant dining experience today for lunch. The dining room was about half full and not too loud for conversation. Waitress was pleasant, helpful, and made us feel comfortable. Food was excellent. We had a Ceasar Salad with grilled chicken and a crabcake sandwich. As is common these days, price was high. Plan on minimum of $25 per person. Still, very recommended.
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Fredrick B.

Yelp
Jonah's Seafood House in Peoria is a wonderful riverside seafood restaurant. The Oyster Bar, and Market & Bake Shop next door, are interesting places as well, but this is the crown jewel. The service was second to none, from the hostess/manager Angie, to my delightful waitress Macy. The view of the Illinois River augmented a warm but comfortably rustic setting. I started with an Espresso Martini -- 360 Vanilla, Kahlua, Tia, Espresso & Cream with three delicious coffee beans on top. The cocktail was remarkably flavorful and I am a coffee martini enthusiast. For an appetizer I indulged myself and ordered a staple of any high-end seafood restaurant; Oysters Rockefeller baked in the half-shell. This traditional mainstay was absolutely perfectly cooked with the added twist of bacon. (Everything is better with bacon). The main attraction outdid it all: South African Lobster Tail with a half pound of Alaskan King Crab Legs. I'll let the pictures speak for this dish: I LOVED IT!!!!! For dessert I had another libation -- a Milk Chocolate Martini 360 Vanilla, Dark Crème De Cacao, and Cream.
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Tim O.

Yelp
Always fresh, always tasty, always prompt and friendly service. Grouper service was large and tasty. Served with perfectly seasoned fries. I always enjoy this place on my trips to Peoria. The list of quality restaurants in Peoria isn't long, but Jonah's is solid, always has been, always will be.
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Beth M.

Yelp
The food here is incredible. We haven't had anything that we haven't loved. The blackened grouper, the artichoke dip, and the oysters are all excellent! I wouldn't recommend sitting at the bar. We sat at both bars and unfortunately the bar staff has consistently been unfriendly and not engaging. It's a bummer because the rest of the experience is excellent!
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Priscilla C.

Yelp
Had a party of 10 and made a reservation. There were 2 different parties going separately in 2 different vehicles. We drove a good 45 minutes to there and had car trouble. Finally got there. We waited a little to get our water. I ordered sea bass with asparagus. It was okay. Presentation was good. We had a couple of appetizers. Oysters Rockefeller was great and worth the money. I would try the French onion soup next time. We also ordered the chocolate cake and the key lime pie. They were okay. To me the key lime is way too sweet! Oh kids ordered the Mac and cheese. I am surprised to see that look like came out from a box. Not sure why we had to ask for water but appears most people here said the same. Saturday night appears to be very busy and the restaurant is full! I might try this place again.
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Nestor P.

Yelp
Food was great. I had the jambalaya and seafood gumbo. Wife had the ahi tuna. Both delicious and yummy. Too bad we got a not too good of a waitress/server. It was not busy for a Saturday lunch. She was not very friendly. She did not somehow hear our order for a calamari appetizer and took her more than ten minutes to give us a dessert menu. By the time she remembered to give us the dessert menu, we had decided we waited too long for it. My son paid for the meal and I was tempted to tell him to give 5% tip but he was generous enough to give her 20%. I'll be back for the food hoping we did not get this same waitress.
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Jill D.

Yelp
We had dinner at Jonah's. They close at 8 on a Thursday, which seems early to me. We arrived at 7:15. The host was less than friendly. When we sat down, we were greeted immediately handed menus, bev naps put down along with our water. Service was impeccable from start to finish. Our servers name was Gregory. He had an old fashioned and I was a Pinot. Both were nice. We had an appetizer of oysters on the half shell from the Potomac River in MD. My man is from MD and he thought the oysters were delicious. For our main course he had the scallops and I had the blackened grouper. Both were excellent. We are not from here. We have eaten at many restaurants in the area and we can say this is hands down one of the best. The only thing I would change is the lighting. The darker atmosphere is nice. But the down lights are too harsh and there is nothing on the tables for lighting. Lighting should be layered.

M M.

Yelp
Went there for a relative's birthday dinner in April 2025. This was likely the absolute worst seafood my husband and I have had in ages. The salmon was very old (and tasted it) and then not cooked through--I took a couple of bites and that was it. It was awful. Husband ordered the halibut, which was a very thin slice and covered in herbs--likely also to cover the poor quality of the fish. I cannot emphasize enough how bad the fish was--even for a landlocked town. Never again.
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Kevin N.

Yelp
Jonahs is always a pleasure in fine-dining. Whether it's lunch or supper you always get your money's worth. Great fresh seafood expertly prepared. Fast service without mistakes. Beautiful decor and ambiance. Highly recommended!
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Andy F.

Yelp
Best Salmon around . Actually all fisn dishes are seasoned good and well prepared . Service is outstanding!
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Jessica E.

Yelp
Oysters were good. Service was not. We sat at the bar on the oyster side. Had to ask for water 3 times and waited 30 min for it. Bartender was very forgetful to most all guests.
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Lori H.

Yelp
This is a very busy place. The food is excellent as is the service. The brandy old fashions are extremely good and come with muddled fruit and a cinnamon stick. For starters we ordered the bang bang shrimp, coconut shrimp and oysters. Five bang bang shrimp came on a bed of cabbage with a lemon slice. Slightly sweet and spicy. A perfect way to start the meal. Five coconut shrimp on a bed a greens were very delicious. The oysters arrived in a bed of ice with lemon, horseradish, sauce and crackers.a meal in itself. The oysters were fresh and delightful. Dinners come with rye bread and compound butter. For dinner we had lemon dill salmon, Mahi Mahi, halibut, shrimp pascal along with a cup of clam chowder and gumbo. Everything was delicious. This is certainly a destination spot and worth the visit.
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Katie A.

Yelp
LOVE THE LOBSTER NACHOS!!! service was great! Wine list has perfect selections for each dish. Place is clean and service team is always working together as a team and servicing clients. Definitely will be back there weekly! Oh! The view at sunset was amazing as wel

Tom T.

Yelp
Always a treat. They are open through the normal dinner hours which is nice because my wife and I like to eat early.

Beth S.

Yelp
Can't beat the atmosphere at Jonah's. We had great service. I had the salmon which was to come with tomatoes and olives, they were missing. The salmon was fishy tasting. The prices are outrageous. Glad we went but will have to be a special occasion to afford coming again.
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Missy S.

Yelp
When you arrive there, it's large and crowded and it's definitely got a certain vibe to it. I expected a lot, and would say that my experience was slightly above average. There were six of us, and the service was just not great. Super long lulls where no one was even visible, much less coming by to ask us if we needed anything or if we were Doing ok. I would say the food was good. I am a great lover of a shrimp cocktail, and this one was just all right which was disappointing since because I was expecting something really fantastic. The desserts, I have to say, were not only very good, but massive, so that was one huge surprise, pun intended!
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Lisa S.

Yelp
Hands down best dinner, better yet was our server Carter, he by far is a true asset to this team. Knows the menu and has the best suggestions We took all his suggestions including the carrot cake & chocolate cake for desert ( I forgot to take photos) I'd suggest both with 10 forks

Shelly R.

Yelp
Server was great! Had a reservation and had a request for a table with a view. The 6 of us were seated in a booth next to a wall. I mentioned to hostess and she pointed to one other table and said "oh that one has a reservation" Not wanting to be a pain, accepted our table. Ordered salmon Oscar which we have had many times there. This time it was not prepared correctly and had a few drops of sauce. Was not impressed. Called the manager the next day just to share our experience so he was aware. He did not care in the least and couldn't wait to get off the phone. So disappointed!

Denise M.

Yelp
Ruined our 41st Anniversary dinner. Enjoying the sun and view until an elderly couple came in and wanted shades down mind you the restaurant was empty and they could have sat anywhere. We asked that our shade be put back up. They wouldn't do it!!! Never going back. Had been going for years until now. I will give someone else our money.
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Christopher C.

Yelp
Unfortunately I could not recommend this resturaunt even though this food is excellent. More than one time now, my partner and I have had a poor experience when it comes to service. The space is nice, the food was great but they failed to have quality service. Our reservation was very simple. 6:00 PM dinner reservation confirmed through Open Table for a birthday. We got sat at 6:06 and we waited till 6:25 to approach the hostess table after not having anyone stop by the table. We were assured someone would be over and it was 6:36 prior to having a server come to the table. Waters were 5 more minutes and we placed our order just before 6:45. At about 7:00 our drinks came. The experience did not improve much and at the end, the ticketed price in the computer system did not match the menu price.
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Randi Rae W.

Yelp
This was the best experience Iv had in a restaurant! From the outdoor atmosphere to the sunset view on the river. We had Carter as a waiter. He was superior! His knowledge in the restaurant menu and his enthusiasm with the restaurant just made it worth every penny. I hope Joanas knows when they have a outstanding worker and he is far more than deserving to know this! We can't wait to be back!
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Ellie W.

Yelp
Had the pleasure to dine here recently. Was very impressed. We were sat on a back porch that overlooked the water, it was snowing and the scenery was beautiful. Drinks were fabulous, food was top-notch (I ordered the lobster tail and it was amazing), and our waiter was great. Would highly recommend. Was pricey, but portions were decent and we felt our experience was well worth the cost.

Christina W.

Yelp
I have been eating at Jonah steakhouse for the past 20 years. Tonight I went in there and I ordered my usual which is oysters Rockefeller. I love them! the restaurant was not busy, which I was grateful for because I was hungry . Since it was slow my food came pretty quickly. Well since it came so quick , I then realize that's because it was still raw. So I showed it to the server and they took it back to the kitchen instead of them making me a new plate, they put the oysters Rockefeller in the broiler with the bacon steel on top! When they serve that plate to me, the bacon on one end was burnt to a crisp. I took one bite of that and I still can taste that nasty bacon in my mouth. It's been about 25 minutes and I'm waiting on my suit from the paradise . Hopefully that super delicious soup from Tin lizard it will erase the memory of that nasty oysters. I will never eat at your establishment again in my entire life.
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Jie S.

Yelp
Had a nice dinner here with co-workers for my first business trip after a year staying home. For me, food is really a 3 star place, the seating area with a view of Illinois river added one point. Went for Bang Bang shrimp as a starter with a glass of pinot noir. 5 medium sized shrimp on a bed of cabbage slices. Not the best I have tried. not enough spicy but too much sweetness. Ordered Ahi Tuna burger for dinner and asked to have rare and sear it lightly. Guess what, fully cooked when served. Great seasoning and size. It was better than I thought. Coworkers had fish and chips. Not the best battered cod they had. Services were nice except messed up my order. Long nice booth with a new view. A great place to chat and spend a quality time.

Mia B.

Yelp
We had a 50th Anniversary at this venue. Allexe (the event coordinator) was so attentive and listened to what we wanted. She was able to give us an amazing party. She never rushed us and was so accommodating to everyone involved. Whether it was organizing our party, mixing the best drinks, or time managing the event. It was PERFECT. She has a gift and made it so special and memorable.
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Katie L.

Yelp
This place is one of the only places that we repeat visit. We love to sit at the bar and we prefer to sit at the wine bar, with this cozy atmosphere. We also like to sit at the bar and the oyster bar as we love to watch the bartender do as magic. Service is always exceptional and the clientele is always fun. We enjoyed the revamped chartuceri (sp) board And I tried the tuna burger which is very good and my husband had the oysters and coconut shrimp. Both are excellent. We enjoy a cocktail or two with our dinner so it can be a little pricey, but remember you're not paying just for the excellent meal itself, the atmosphere and environment is well worth it. We have never had a bad meal here we've never had bad service. Which is why we keep on going back.
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Katie M.

Yelp
We love eating here. Beautiful location on the Illinois River and large windows to enjoy the view compliment the fresh ingredients and chef prepared menu. We have been in between shifts and at the dinner rush and have been satisfied with both the service and quick turn around from ordering to eating every time. The only thing I have tried that I have not cared for are the Sweet Au Gratin potatoes because they were too sweet for me, but the name clearly describes the dish so I should have expected the prominent sweetness.
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Christine L.

Yelp
Was so disappointed tonight. We used to always go to Jonas for our anniversary. I daily spending $300 . Con: made reservations for 7. Arrived at 6:50. We waited while other couples were seated ahead of us. Even though we had reservations. Pro: food was excellent Con: service was terrible. We had to ask several times for a spoon ( after being served (soup) Had to ask several times for a water refill Was not given an opportunity to order dessert Pro: complimentary chocolate cake for our anniversary Con: I don't like chocolate cake and wanted bread pudding . Which I ordered AFTER the check came (to go) Con: why was it "to go"? Because we had finally finished our dinner after TWO hours and it was 9 pm. We made reservations for 7 so we WOULDNT be rushed. For as much money as we spent, one would expect great service. Sadly it was not so.
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Brian M.

Yelp
Incredible menu and the restaurant is beautiful. Makes you feel like you're in Oceanside.
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Julie T.

Yelp
Came here for dinner on a Saturday night. Made a 7:30pm reservation and was seated after a few minutes. We ordered the Grouper Oscar with mashed potatoes and Shrimp & Chicken Jambalaya. Both entrees came with a salad. I asked for the house salad with a red wine vinegarette and the bf got a house salad with balsamic vinegarette. The house salad was more upscale than most places and had figs, hearts of palm, cranberries, etc. It was quite tasty except when I realized they gave me straight red wine vinegar, not mixed with olive oil. The next time we saw the waiter, I asked for a new salad and chose the Caesar; it was good but heavily dressed. The chicken and shrimp in the jambalaya were overcooked and the chicken was dried out. It had good flavor and some kick, so it's a shame they got the proteins wrong. The rice served with it seemed well cooked. The portion of the grouper seemed small for the price. Taste was good. Plating was weird; looked like amateur culinary school student, not upscale seafood house. Based on this experience, I probably would not return to the restaurant, but I'd be willing to try the oyster bar. Looks like The Fish House is the place to go for seafood.
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Yvonne I.

Yelp
I am a big seafood fan, and Jonah's was definitely a pleasure to dine at during my visit to the Peoria area recently. The restaurant was pretty packed when we arrived, so I highly suggest making reservations ahead of time. The prices are a little higher than most restaurants in the Peoria area, but the vibe of the restaurant is more on the casual side. At some seafood restaurants, dressing up is necessary, but this is not necessary at Jonah's. You will be fine wearing jeans and a sensible shirt. I started with a glass of one of their merlots and the deviled eggs. This particular wine was recommended by our waitress, and I really enjoyed it. The deviled eggs were ok, but not anything I'm dying to have again from here. For the main part of my meal, I had the Ahi Tuna platter that came with 3 different dipping sauces. The tuna and the dipping sauces were delicious. As a side, I got the au gratin potatoes. The potatoes did not taste as good as they looked in my opinion. There was a lot of cheese, but not a lot of good seasonings to liven it up. Make sure to save room to try one of their many desserts when you come here. The three of us shared the bananas foster and we were all pleased with it.
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Bar C.

Yelp
I've been here a couple of times, years ago. Everyone's as wearing a mask, like they should do. Friendly staff and good service. I ordered the fish and chips. It came with delicious cole slaw. The fish and fat fries were delicious. It was a lot of food as well. I may go back again tonight!

Diana S.

Yelp
We went here for my birthday today. i ordered the Filet mignon medium and the jumbo shrimp grilled. it was very good. the steak was cooked just right and so were the shrimp. our waitress was so nice! everything was delicious!

Lisa S.

Yelp
Driving from Ohio to Iowa we stopped for lunch at the spur of the moment. Fantastic! The clam chowder rivals anything we had on the wharf in San Francisco. Stop in at Jonah's. It's a hidden gem.

Nikole N.

Yelp
Everytime I come this place has excellent food and service! Good job! Keep up the good work!
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Jane W.

Yelp
Jonahs is a great place for a delicious meal, right on the banks of the Illinois River.

Andrea M.

Yelp
I am in town for the evening, and always up for fresh seafood- yes, even in the middle of central Illinois. I started with a cup of New England Clam Chowder, which was good. I was torn between the mango scallops and the Wahoo. My server recommended the lemon dill Wahoo. What came to the table looked great, but the fish was over cooked and dry. Thank heavens that the cucumber slices added some moisture!. My server never checked in with me after I received my meal. When I was. Nearly done, leaving a very chewy end piece of the fish on my plate, she seemed in a hurry to get me out of there. No, I don't want dessert. She was about to step away from the table and I told her to tell the chef that the fish was dry and overdone. A real disappointment. plated, it was lovely. It didn't hold up. My server simply said that she'd pass that along. Then she brought my check. I waited several minutes to see if anyone from the kitchen came out to discuss the matter. Nope. She took my money and brought my change and wished me a good night. Poor service, and the food? Well, it could have been better prepared. I just returned from Waikiki, and know a well-prepared fish.
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Tammy C.

Yelp
I can't believe I've never reviewed Jonah's! Anyways, my husband and I LOVE Jonah's! Specifically, we love the Oyster Bar... more than the restaurant side. It is our go to date night spot. It is right on the river! The oyster bar environment is chill/relaxed and dimly lit. It can get pretty busy especially on a weekend night. We've had to wait (only once in the past I think)... I believe it was a weekend night during dinner so it's to be expected! Seating: first come first serve... seat yourself. They have a ton of great cocktails and make a good dirty martini! My go to meal here is the Pascale shrimp - it is spicy, zesty, and veryyyy garlicky which I LOVE. If you can't handle spice, this may not be for you. Sometimes it is spicier than other days, but I still love it! It is served with a salad (I've substituted for the chowder before though which I may add is AMAZING...and that's coming from a gal who is lactose intolerant, however I do still try to eat dairy bc it's yummy! haha). Crab/shrimp potato skins and nachos are good (prefer the nachos, but love both). Crab cakes are DELICIOUS. French onion is amazing (HUGEEEE BOWL) big enough for the entire meal. Like I said chowder is probably one of the best I've had in Illinois. Seafood flat is another one of my absolute favorites! - get it extra crispy... Mushroom flat is okay... I'm glad I tried it but I'm going to stick with the seafood flat. Cod sandwich is very good - I get it blackened! Of course the oysters are great as well as the oysters Rockefeller and the fried oysters! Chai tai tuna is yummy if you like raw fish (slightly spicy). The fat fries and artichoke dip are good, but nothing too different than others I've had. Parmesan crusted crab quesadilla was very good also (too creamy for me since I'm lactose intolerant but I had a few bites and it was SOOOO flavorful and yummy! It almost tastes like the nachos except in a quesadilla!) I've had a few bites of the burger and it's actually really good! Nice option if your not into or in the mood for seafood. Carrot cake is amazing... and a HUGEEEE portion!
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C B.

Yelp
TLDR: Place is clean, staff is friendly. Small portion fish and chips. $40 = too pricey for what we received. Fries=OK; Fish=dry/bland; there was no tarter sauce in the bag! Called for carryout, transferred to the market x2; hung up called back, transferred again (about 10 minutes of transfer/hold action before getting someone to pick up). Ordered 2 fish and chips dinner w/ fat fries (potato wedges). $40+tax for what I felt was a bag of air..I was kind of stunned honestly. So stunned, I didn't check the bag for tarter sauce (surprise! no tarter sauce). The food: the potato wedges were good not great. The fish was just dry and lacked flavor. Place was nice, staff was friendly, gentleman at the market/shop area was professional and wore a face covering (as did I). No issues there. Wife's comment - "the fish is really dry...wedges are ok. One of my kids sampling the fish - "I prefer Costco's fish sticks..more flavorful.. not dry. I read other yelp review on the fish and chips and they were favorable. Not sure what happened with our orders. I don't think this should have cost more than $16 total for the 2 meals (really small portions/meh flavor). Just struck me as not sensibly priced or portioned. $40 is too pricey for the offering. Additionally, other places I have ordered from include tarter sauce (and often Malt vinegar). I got home to extra dry fish and no sauce. You may say "did you ask for it", and I didn't, but also think I shouldn't have to... It's obligatory in my book.. at minimum offer it. So, not a great experience for me on several fronts. For taste, value, and attention to detail (transfers/hold time/tarter sauce), this was a miss. I rarely review, but this was disappointing.
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Christine H.

Yelp
Very limited menu. Service: We noticed that other tables had bread baskets, but we were not given one. I asked server who said "I only give people bread if they ask for it because some people don't want it"... I found this odd and kind of off-putting. How would someone know to ask if they had never dined here before? Wouldn't it make more sense to ask if they did want it?! Food: Ordered 6 oysters on the half shell, 2 were so tiny they weren't worth it. Au gratin potatoes were sickly sweet, almost like they used sugar instead of salt or condensed milk instead of evaporated milk on accident. Very strange. The rest of the food was OK, would rate as average, but not exceptional.
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David M.

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1/2 Dozen Assorted Raw Oysters in the Half Shell & Blackened Marlin Oyster Sampler Three of each saves the trouble of deciding - 6ct $12.80 Bayou Peppered Marlin (Fresh Catch of the Day) Pepper-Crusted and Pan-Seared then topped with an Andouille Sausage & Portabella Mushroom Cream, their most popular preparation; flanked with Jasmine Rice and Mixed Vegetables - $24.80 OK. This has been one of my favorite restaurants, ever since I first discovered it 13 years ago. To my surprise, they still serving up great food that's absolutely off the chain! Now the Marlin (above) may not have the best presentation but, it sure was scrumptious. And the oysters? Well I've yet to find them more fresh (outside of Seattle that is!) The setting of this place is off the hook as well (on the river, surrounded by boats, get it? Off the hook!). It's got a great location, somewhat hidden and off the beaten path but, once you come across it, you'll be in awe. Regardless what the season is, regardless what the occasion is, regardless what the time is, you have to check out Jonah's. You won't be disappointed!
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Mallory N.

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Hubby and I went out for a date night. First timer there! Ordered the Oyster Rockefeller and Spinach and Artichoke apps. Amazing!! I will forever recommend the jambalaya. However, my "margarita" was horrible. It was the color of a mountain dew and tasted like a mule. Sent it back and got a nice glass of Sauvignon Blanc! 4/5 stars for great food and views.
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Maria-Elena T.

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We got a seat by the window which is key to seeing the view of the lake. Our waitress was perky and friendly. I told her it was my friend's birthday and she said that meant he got a piece of chocolate cake free. We started with a half dozen oysters- six of two kinds. They were good. I ordered the Caesar salad but it was not memorable. I would not order it again. I got the Lake Superior white fish which was very fresh and good. It was cooked to my specification and perfection. I chose the mashed potato as one of my sides and it was good. It was very dense. I liked it. At the end she brought the chocolate cake. She neglected to mention it was practically a quarter of a cake and could have fed the entire restaurant!!!

Susie G.

Yelp
Amazing crab cakes! My husband had the grouper with cilantro and lime that was fantastic. The ambiance is lovely and the service is great!
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Kari B.

Yelp
Very good seafood place, lots to choose from. We started with the oysters sampler which was good. I went the the mushroom and sausage swordfish. It was really delicious, maybe a bit over cooked. I traded potatoes for a veggie, broccollini. Since it was my first time here I didn't know there was a little veg on the plate, it wasn't tasty and definitely needed some seasoning. The wine selection was decent as well. The atmosphere is like a supper club. Maybe some updating needed? Will be back.

Thomas G.

Yelp
I had dinner for ten on may 4th service was great food was ok at best calimarl was the the worst I have ever had my wife's grouper was inedible the halibut I had was average at best I sent messages to the establishment with no response the kids or grandkids live on reputation the original owners would be disappointed the oyster Rockefeller were good the ahi tuna was good .

Larry H.

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I can't believe I haven't been here before. Great spot. Quite the menu. I had French onion soup and crab/shrimp nachos. Both delicious. Horrible tv situation at the bar. Not facing the bar and behind foliage. Tiny TV- had to walk up to the TV to see the game score. I know - it's not a sports bar, but either have a good tv situation or none at all. Best part - Amanda the bartender. Attentive, conversational and fun! She made the night!

Tom W.

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Way overpriced almost average food. This place has a loooong way to go to be special and come even close to justifying the price. I spend a lot of money at good to great restaurants...this one won't get any of it.
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Trevor R.

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We finally made time for a date night on a Tuesday night. We had the most amazing time and had the best service with the best waitress we've ever experienced anywhere! Service is so important and Marissa S. was the most perfect waitress ever! I hope you know how much we appreciated you'd kindness and genuineness! The food was great! Of course we ordered oysters and they are the best! Last time we came, we raved over the crab cakes. They know how to prepare their food! Highly recommend Jonah's!
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Matt K.

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I had to he salmon entree. It came medium as promised. The fish itself was exceptional. The sauce needed a little acid. The rice needed a serious dial up. But the fish reigned.