Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

Best Calamari ever… must try

Love it❤️ go there's best oysters. Awesome vibe love the staff

It was cool to revisit Jax Fish House after many years away and be reminded of just why they've been such an important pillar of Boulder's restaurant community for decades. The bright and breezy atmosphere is just as welcoming as ever and our jovial server handled our table of 8 with ease. Everything from oysters and mussels to the calamari and craft cocktails were truly firing on all cylinders. A couple of missteps were present however; as the peel & eat shrimp were quite tough and rubbery, while the gumbo cheese fries need a complete reimagining. The gumbo (although delicious) is much too watery at the bottom of the plate and make the fries too soggy to be enjoyable. These small complaints hardly necessitate lowering the five star rating, as human error must always be taken into account and no kitchen is infallible. Their ongoing efforts in championing sustainable seafood should never be left out of the conversation, though it unfortunately is at so many similar establishments. Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar is simply some of the best seafood I have ever found in Colorado, and has been for decades. That kind of consistency isn't just rare, it's virtually non-existent in the restaurant industry. Load me up another bowl of chowder please.

This was my first time at Jax though I have lived in Boulder for almost a decade. I my expectations were all exceed. The staff was kind, quick and professional. The food I think is well priced for the quality, amount and taste! Everything was delicious. I went with a couple of friends and everyone really enjoyed their meal (we all got something different) so I don't think you can go wrong. I would recommend making a reservation. And make sure you make it for the right location :)

The new remodeled space at Jax in Boulder is a great improvement! We had a meal here to celebrate our wedding anniversary and it surpassed our expectations. They have built some great new two person booth seating near the bar and a nice new 6 top in the front window. The food was outstanding - had 18 oysters (4 different varieties), two appetizers and two entrees and everything was top notch. The scallops were perfectly cooked and seasoned and the Mahi on this evening was hearty. The service was also top-notch with our waiter (Zander) being super attentive, the oyster shucker bringing treats to our table and the kitchen bringing a special 'taste' for an appetizer. Cocktails were so tasty as well. One of the best meals we have had in Boulder and cannot wait to get back here soon! Thank you Big Red F for giving this beloved Boulder spot an update - it was worth it! Parking: Super easy parking, literally parked steps from the front door.