Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - Boulder

4.8

2674 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

Lively
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

We don't take ourselves too seriously at Jax Fish House. Two things we do take seriously? The freshness and sustainability of our seafood. You know fresh fish when you see, smell, and taste it-and thanks to modern delivery technology, we bring in that freshy-fresh seven days a week. Sustainability is a little more complicated. Not all commercial fisheries are created equal. That's why we work closely with our suppliers and science-based organizations to ensure that every single thing we serve is responsibly sourced. We consider the stocks of the species we source to prevent overfishing and we work with suppliers who harvest in ways that have minimal impacts on marine environments.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 444-1811
Website
http://www.jaxfishhouse.com/boulder
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Shelia Lucero
Catering
We have unmatched access to the freshest seafood on the planet and the deepest bench of hospitalitarians, shuckers, bartenders and chefs, either side of anywhere. Let us come to your next event and throw-down with FRESH and delicious in a way that your guests will never forget. You supply the space and the guests and we will bring the delicious! All we need is your address and we’ll take care of the rest.
Private party facilities
Jax is available to you for all things FRESH and fish and we have a menu for every budget. We are a charming, cozy restaurant and have no private party space, but there are many different seating arrangements we can provide to create the perfect event for you and your guests.We have reservation space available for parties from 1 to 16 guests. Larger reservations for up to 30 guests may be available at multiple tables. Jax is also available for full restaurant rentals, where the entire space is YOURS for the evening.For more information please email us at info@jaxboulder.com, or call 303.444.1811.

Location
928 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302
Neighborhood
Boulder
Cross street
9th
Parking details
There are two parking garages within a two block radius of our location and street parking is also available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Experiences

Feast of Seven Fishes
$85.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
Feast of Seven Fishes $85/ person Course 1- Fritto Misto- shrimp, squid, anchovy stuffed olives, lemon calabrian chile aioli Course 2- Little Gems- creamy anchovy dressing, grana padano, croutons, bottarga Course 3- Shrimp Fra Diavolo- casarecce, basil, pine nuts Course 4- Branzino- polenta, roasted fennel and tomatoes, aqua pazza butter, olive crumble Course 5- Tiramisu- espresso, amaro caramel, mascarpone cream
New Years Eve
$85.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Course 1- choice of Ahi Tuna Crudo- black garlic marinated mushrooms, pickled mustard seeds, ponzu, chili thread Crispy Cauliflower- pumpkin puree, garum, spiced pepitas Blue Crab Cocktail- avocado, apple, lemon Course 2- choice of Lobster and Sweet Potato Bisque- ginger crema Little Gems- creamy whole grain mustard dressing, crouton crumble, white anchovy Course 3- choice of Sea Scallops- potato mille feuille, champagne caviar sauce Grilled Swordfish- whipped potato, charred asparagus, blue crab gremolata Big Eye Tuna- cippolini gigante bean stew, calabrian chile butter, crispy spigarello Shrimp and Sea urchin spagettini- uni cream, nori, lemon Course 4- choice of Key Lime Tart Dark Chocolate Torte, amaro caramel

Popular dishes

BRULEED KEY LIME PIE$10.00
spiced rum syrup, candied coconut, chantilly
BUTTERSCOTCH PUDDING$10.00
chantilly, chocolate hazelnut cookie
WARM BLUEBERRY BUCKLE$10.00
whipped ricotta, chile agave
CHOCOLATE TART$10.00
salted caramel, hazelnut lace, smoked sea salt
SCOOP OF ICE CREAM$4.00
locally made in boulder, covanilla, chocolate (DF), salted cookies and cream

DESSERT COCKTAILS

TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE$14.00
blueberry chamomile bourbon, blueberry puree, lemon juice, almond milk, malbec float
ESPRESSO MARTINI$16.00
espresso, ketel one vodka, mr. black coffee liqueur, orgeat
PBJ OLD FASHIONED$14.00
skrewball peanut butter whiskey, blueberry chamomile bourbon, blueberry puree, black walnut bitters
PEANUT BUTTER CUP$14.00
skrewball peanut butter whiskey, orgeat, mr. black coffee liqueur

AFTER DINNER SIPS

DOW'S RUBY PORT$11.00
dessert wine
MADEIRA MALMSEY$16.00
dessert wine
TAYLOR'S 20YR TAWNY$16.00
dessert wine
AMARO AVERNA$10.00
cordials
AMARO MONTENEGRO$10.00
cordials
COURVOISIER VS$14.00
cordials
COURVOISIER VSOP$18.00
cordials
FERNET$11.00
cordials
GRAN MARNIER CUVEE CENTENAIRE$36.00
cordials
HENNESSY$18.00
cordials
SAMBUCA$10.00
cordials
12YR BALVENIE$26.00
scotch
14YR CLYNELISH$28.00
scotch
12YR GLENFIDDICH$20.00
scotch
15YR GLENFIDDICH$28.00
scotch
14YR GLENMORANGIE QUINTA RUBAN$24.00
scotch
12YR MACALLAN$30.00
scotch
14YR OBAN$36.00
scotch

COCKTAILS

originals and nola classics

JAX STRAWBERRY LEMONADE$9.00
strawberry-infused vodka, strawberry pureé, lemon
CUCUMBER LEMON PRESS$9.00
cucumber-infused vodka, lemon, soda water
HABANERO PALOMA$12.00
habanero-infused tequila, triple sec, lime & grapefruit juice
PRICKLY PEAR MARGARITA$14.00
habañero-infused tequila, pear pureé, orgeat, lime juice originals and nola classics
GIN N' YUZ$14.00
gin, luxardo, yuzu juice, lemon juice, mint simple
HIBISCUS GIN SODA$14.00
hibuscus infused gin, mint simple, soda
Q-COIN$15.00
suerte reposado tequila, agave, lime, orange, cucumber
LAVENDER SAZARAC$16.00
bulleit rye, lavender simple, pernod, angostura & peychauds
VIEUX CARRE$15.00
rye, cognac, benedictine, vermouth, bitters
VESPER$15.00
tanqueray gin, ketel one vodka, lillet blanc, lemon twist
JAX MANHATTAN$17.00
bulleit bourbon, antica carpano, angostura bitters
NORTH OF 40$14.00
akvavit, lillet, lemon juice, honey simple, dill
SPRING SPRITZ$14.00
butterfly pea vodka, st. germain, yuzu & lemon juice, soda

ZERO PROOF

LAVENDER LEMONADE$6.00
LIME AND THYME SODA$6.00
HEY MOCK-A-RITA$6.00
IZZE (bottle)$6.00
pomegranate, clementine, grapefruit

BEER

HAZY IPA 'CODENAME SUPERFAN'$12.00
odd 13 brewing | lafayette, co - 6.5%
IPA$8.00
avery | boulder, co - 6.5%
DARK LAGER 'EL CORN' 2022 GABF GOLD MEDAL$8.00
the post | lafayette, co - 5.5%
OYSTER STOUT$9.00
the post | lafayette, co - 5.0%
SCOTTISH ALE 90 SHILLING'$9.00
9 odell | fort collins, co - 5.3%
MANGO LIME SOUR ALE$12.00
upslope | boulder, co - 4.5% bottles & cans
BANQUET$5.00
16OZ CAN coors brewing | denver, co - 5%
OFF-DRY APPLE$8.00
CAN stem ciders | boulder, co - 5.8%
CRAFT LAGER$6.00
CAN upslope brewing | boulder, co - 4.8%
WHITE RASCAL$6.00
CAN avery brewing | boulder, co - 5.6%
ELLIE'S BROWN$6.00
CAN avery brewing | boulder, co - 5.5%
MILK STOUT$6.00
left hand brewing | longmont, co - 6.0%

SPARKLING / BUBBLES

BOSCO DI GICA PROSECCO$68.00
valdobbiadene, it | nv
CHANDON - 'BY THE BAY' BLANC DE BLANCS$104.00
carneros, ca | nv
JY PERARD - 'EXTRAVAGANCE' EXTRA BRUT
champagne, fr | nv
- $24.00
- $96.00
LOUIS ROEDERER VINTAGE BRUT'$250.00
champagne, fr | 13
TAITTINGER RESERVE'$90.00
champagne, fr | nv
VEUVE CLICQUOT BRUT YELLOW LABEL'$125.00
champagne, fr | nv
CAVA BRUT NATURE, GERMAN GILABERT
catalonia, spain nv
- $14.00
- $56.00
BRUT ROSE, TULLIA, TREVISO
italy nv
- $14.00
- $56.00

WHITES

interesting whites

CAKEBREAD$104.00
napa valley, ca | 21
CHAIS SAINT-LAURENT 'LES JARRIERS
touraine, fr | 21
- $14.00
- $52.00
JULES TAYLOR$64.00
marlborough, nz | 22
KING ESTATE$64.00
eugene, or | 21
MICHEL GIRAULT 'DOMAINE LES BEAUX REGARDS'$100.00
sancerre, fr | 21
DEEP DOWN
marlborough, nz | 21
- $14.00
- $56.00
REDENTORE$74.00
veneto, it | 22 chardonnay
BITOUZET BOURGOGNE BLANC$118.00
burgundy, fr | 18
DOMAINE TRUCHETET 'LA MONTAGNE'$168.00
burgundy, fr | 19
ISABELLE ET DENIS POMMIER CHABLIS$104.00
burgundy, fr | 20
JORDAN$100.00
sonoma, ca | 19
LES TOURELLES DE LA CREE$80.00
montagny, fr | 18
ROMBAUER$116.00
carneros, ca | 21
OLIVER LEFLAIVE 'LES SETILLES'$144.00
burgundy, fr | 20
LUCIEN MUZARD SANTENAY CHAMPS CLAUDE'$124.00
burgundy, fr | 21
DOMAINE THEVENET
macon, burgundy, france 20'
- $16.00
- $64.00
JOYCE VINEYARDS,
submarine canyon, monterey, california 21' interesting whites
CHENNIN BLANC, 'MOSSE'$90.00
loire valley, fr | 20
FRIULANO SCARPETTA$140.00
collio orientali, it | 18
RIESLING, 'MAX FERD. RICHTER - ZEPPELIN'$60.00
mosel, de | 21
TXAKOLINA, 'DONIENE GORRONDONA'
bakio, sp | 21
- $16.00
- $60.00
ALBARINO, LA VAL
galicia, spain 21'
- $13.00
- $52.00
GRUNER VELTLINER, VORSPANNHOF MAYR
austria 21' (1L)
- $13.00
- $52.00
PINOT GRIGIO, VIA ALPINA
friuli, italy, 21
- $11.00
- $44.00

ROSE

BRUT ROSE FERRARI [375ML]$50.00
trento, it | nv
BRUT ROSE J VINEYARDS$165.00
russian river, ca | nv
APRES$64.00
savoie, fr | 20
BRUMA$68.00
baja, mx | 20
DOMAINE GAVOTY "LA CIGALE"$16.00
vin de pays du var rosé 2021
MOULIN DE GASSIC$14.00
provence, fr | 20

REDS

big & bold

BEAU MARCHAIS$264.00
central coast, ca | 19
RÉSONANCE$96.00
willamette valley, or | 21
CALERA$68.00
central coast, ca | 20
FAILLA$108.00
sonoma coast, ca | 21
JOSEPH DROUHIN COREY LES BEAUNE'$124.00
burgundy, fr | 19
KOSTA BROWNE$288.00
sonoma coast, ca | 19
SEA SMOKE TEN'$280.00
santa barbara, ca | 19
PRESQU'ILLE
santa maria, california 21'
- $16.00
- $64.00
CINSAULT, 'DISTAFF'$16.00
yakima valley, wa | 17
MERLOT, 'ALEXANDER VALLEY VINEYARDS'$64.00
alexander valley, ca | 19
SYRAH, 'EX POST FACTO'$108.00
santa barbara, ca | 19
GAMAY, DOMAINE DUBOST
beaujolais-lantignié, france 20'
- $14.00
- $56.00
BARBERA, PODERI CELLARIO
piedmont, italy nv
- $13.00
- $52.00
GRENACHE + NIELLUCCIU, DOMAINE MAESTRACCI
corsica, france 21'
- $15.00
- $56.00
MALBEC, ALTOS LAS HORMIGAS,
mendoza, argentina 20'
- $11.00
- $44.00
CABERNET SAUVIGNON, BENCH
sonoma, california 19'
- $16.00
- $64.00
CABERNET SAUVIGNON, JORDAN$184.00
alexander valley, ca | 17
CABERNET SAUVIGNON, HESS THE LION'$270.00
napa, ca | 18
ZINFANDEL BLEND, THE PRISONER$132.00
napa valley, ca | 19
NEBBIOLO, FONTANAFREDDA$112.00
piedmont, it | 16
RED BLEND, DAOU PESSIMIST'$100.00
paso robles, ca | 20
TEMPRANILLO BLEND, 'PAGO DE CARRAOVEJAS'$168.00
valladolid, sp | 19

What 2,674 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Denver / Colorado
Seafood
Boulder Area
Best Food
Boulder Area
Lively
Boulder Area
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar in Boulder is a seafood lover's paradise. With "exceptional service" and "spectacular food," it's a go-to spot for fresh oysters and creative fish dishes. Guests rave about the "amazing Vesper martinis" and delightful desserts, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or a casual night out.

2,675 Reviews

S
Scarlet
VIP
E. Tennessee
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service! Happy hour is great, awesome selection and great cocktails!
Is this helpful?
M
Margaret
Denver
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We like this place for special occasions. Great service. Food is consistently good as well, although I should have ordered differently last night. Love the oysters, good service -- like really good, not this unskilled crap you get most places these days. Can be very crowded but its small and I'm glad we have one here. 5 stahs!
Is this helpful?
J
Janyce
Denver
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Jax! The food is wonderful, the ambiance perfect and we especially like to eat there one special occasions. We know every thing will be excellent!
Is this helpful?
D
Dave
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was fantastic as usual (we had the wedge salad, Thai Black Cod and Scallops). Service was also exceptional; we arrived right at our reservation time but no tables were available. The hostess kept us very regularly updated on status and comp'd our bar drinks while we waited! Thanks, Jax!!!
Is this helpful?
G
Gregg
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always my special occasion go-to in Boulder. Great vibe, service and outstanding food and presentation. A real gem on Pearl Street!
Is this helpful?
K
Kristin
VIP
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I enjoyed my birthday dinner at Jax , as I do every year, and it was as fabulous as always! Sheridan was our server, and she was impeccable with her care. The food ( I had the tuna , hubs had the crab cacio and peppe pasta) was outstanding, amazing wine ( we love the red and seafood pairing section of the wine list) and Jax topped off my evening with a birthday dessert ( i chose an espresso martini). There’s a reason why we go back, over and over again. Jax is simply the best Boulder has to offer!!
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - BoulderResponded on December 13, 2024
Kristin Thank you for the great 5 star review! I am so glad to hear that we made your birthday so special every year. I will share this review with the team. We cant wait to have you back in for an another celebration. Cheers Matt Myslivy Jax Fish House and Oyster Bar
Is this helpful?
J
Jeff
Denver
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love JAX and have been coming for 25 years. It’s been a few years since er went for oysters and we’re blown away by how much it cost. We had the Blue crab dip appetizer, 2 dozen “Happy Hour” oysters , 2 House white wine and 2 Heineken zeros. With tip over $160.00 and this was happy hour pricing without an entree.
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - BoulderResponded on December 11, 2024
Jeff Thank you for your continued love of Jax over the past 25 years. Prices have crept up in that time for sure. I wish we could still do the 50 cent oysters like in the past. We strive to provide some competitive happy hour options to our guests. We hope you do join us again in the future. Cheers Matt Myslivy Jax Fish House and Oyster Bar
Is this helpful?
J
James
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful dinner; scallops for my wife and Ahi tuna for me and both dishes were well prepared and presented. Jeremy our waiter was attentive, professional and friendly on a busy and boisterous Saturday night. The restaurant was full and lively which added to ambiance. We had not been to Jack's in years despite being long term Boulderites, and we will be back soon!
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - BoulderResponded on December 11, 2024
James Thank you for the wonderful 5 star review! So glad you loved your dishes with us. I will let Jeremy know you loved his service. We cant wait to have you back for another visit here soon. Dont be a stranger. Cheers Matt Myslivy Jax Fish House and Oyster Bar
Is this helpful?
E
Erin
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was amazing as always! Best calamari in Boulder. We had the lobster roll, the catfish, and the blue crab Casio de Pepe. All were fantastic!
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - BoulderResponded on December 11, 2024
Erin Thank you for the 5 star review! It is always awesome to hear that everything was fantastic. I will share this review with the team. We cant wait to have you back in again for another fantastic night. Cheers Matt Myslivy Jax Fish House and Oyster Bar
Is this helpful?
J
Judy
Phoenix
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Scallops were Amazing. Ahi Tuna delicious. Would order both again. Music was rather annoying with a very repetitive synthesizer sound. Not my vibe. Staff were very friendly.
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - BoulderResponded on December 11, 2024
Judy Thank you for the review. So glad the food and staff was spot on for your experience. Thank you for sharing your feedback on the music. We will get with our music coordinator and get some different tunes going here at Jax. Cheers Matt Myslivy Jax Fish House and Oyster Bar
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - Boulder offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 444-1811.

Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - Boulder is rated 4.8 stars by 2674 OpenTable diners.