Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDo

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   Beth

   Denver

   28 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   28 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Jax never disappoints. I’ve been coming here since 1992 when I started a business across the street on Wazee—and the street was much grittier! Today, Jax is my go-to for oysters and seafood of all kinds. Last night I had the Blue Crab Cacio e Pepe and it was simply sumptuous! Creamy and rich, with plenty of crab, and a light dusting of fine brown butter crumbs to add a light note of texture. My friend had the scallops and they were equally top-notch. Perfectly seared outside and delicate inside, with just a hint of citrus that let the full scallop taste shine through. Since it was my friend‘s birthday, we topped off the dinner with the Brulé Keylime tart. Another home run, with rich, custardy Keylime flavor, a solid graham cracker crust that didn’t overwhelm. My only comment would be that I would’ve liked a slightly thicker, harder crunch on the Brulé. Overall, a fantastic evening. Jax has a great vibe, and even the soundtrack music was a joy.
   

   Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDoResponded 1 day ago

   Beth, thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We are so glad you enjoy your time with us over here at Jax. We can't wait to see you again soon!
   

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   Mark

   Denver

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is a go to for me when I am going to a show downtown. The service and food are always good. A great place to eat and hang out before a show.
   

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   Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDoResponded 1 day ago

   Mark, thank you so much for the kind words! We can't wait to see you again for your next pre-show visit!
   

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   Sasha

   Denver

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was excellent, service was very good, and overall it was wonderful. We will be back. Make sure to make a reservation though.
   

   Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDoResponded 1 day ago

   Sasha, thank you so much for the wonderful review! We can't wait to have you back soon.
   

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   Arvin

   Denver

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Jax had the ambience of a restaurant at a wharf. Cooking salmon can be a very delicate process and to combine it in a Wellington dish would seem unlikely. The salmon Wellington was phenomenal! We also had the chop and that too was cooked perfectly! It was tender, juicy with the correct color and temperature. If that wasn’t good enough, the service at the bar and at the table were also phenomenal! This was our first time at Jax. Having been to several other seafood restaurants of the same caliber in Denver, we have to say that this is one of the best! Five stars in all categories!
   

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   Ken

   Denver

   6 reviews

   3.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 4 December 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Went to Jax for the first time since covid. LoDo Denver. We had been a frequent customer at this location, always great food and service. We were celebrating a birthday and wanted to have a good experience. The first negative that hit us was the automatic 20% fee added to the check to take care of staff. Apparently this is a thing now. Ok, we can live with that. I did inform the restaurant during the reservation phase that this was a special event. In times past, my wife would receive a card with a complementary 1/2lb of peel and eats for next time. Not this time. Nothing. Big negative. The second negative was the lack of real service for our table. I had to ask several times for a water refill. Generally not a good sign. The place was not packed, and it just felt like we didn't gain as much attention as bigger tables did. Ok, I finally got water but the customer shouldn't have to keep asking for something simple. At the end of the meal, we were again informed about the 20% fee, and any extra tip would go directly to the waiter. I don't like stiffing waitstaff even if I think the service could have been better so I added $10 to the total. No offers for a complementary dessert. I want to say the food was very good. The experience itself led something to be desired. We will think long and hard before we go back. Shame, the place was our favorite.
   

   Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDoResponded 5 days ago

   Ken, thank you so much for your feedback. We are always striving to be our best and your feedback is imperative! I am so sorry that your birthday celebration was missed, that is a huge mistake on our end and I sincerely apologize. We are so thankful you chose to celebrate with us and we clearly dropped the ball. If I may, I'd be honored to make it right. Please reply to me privately. Thank you so much and I look forward to connecting, Melissa (General Manager)
   

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   Raven

   Central Coast

   9 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on 30 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   the fall rendition of the scallops is insanely delicious, and our server knew the menu so well. had such a great experience and will be back soon x
   

   Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDoResponded on 3 December 2024

   Raven, thank you so much for your outstanding review!! We can't wait to have you back for your next Scallop fix. Have a great night!
   

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   Stacey

   Chicago

   8 reviews

   3.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on 23 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The seafood chowder was delicious and the crab legs were good too. The lobster roll was very disappointing, there was barely any lobster and all you tasted was salted buttered bread. I truly can’t believe it cost $33.
   

   Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDoResponded on 24 November 2024

   Stacey, thank you so much for your feedback. We are always striving to be our best and your feedback is a big part of that! I would be honored to make it right. Please reply to me privately. I look forward to connecting. Thanks, Melissa (General Manager)
   

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   roger

   Denver

   5 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 18 November 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Small portions, very greasy not what we expected!!
   

   Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDoResponded on 20 November 2024

   Roger, thank you so much for your review. It seems we dropped the ball completely, I would be honored to make it right. Please reach out to me directly! Thank you, Melissa (General Manager)
   

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   Randy

   Denver

   110 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   110 reviews

   Dined on 12 November 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Jax was a great dining experience. Enjoyed the atmosphere.
   

   Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDoResponded on 14 November 2024

   Randy, thank you so much for your awesome review! We can't wait to have you back again soon. Have a great day!
   

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    Chad

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2

    Was out of half the items on the menu. Was rushed just to order one of the few items that were available. Food was ok. Server was rude and not personable at all. Definitely won’t be back.
    

    Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar - LoDoResponded on 12 November 2024

    Chad, I am so sorry to hear about your recent experience here at Jax Fish House, LoDo. It seems we completely dropped the ball and I am so sorry. If I may, I would be honored to ask for an opportunity to make it right. Please reach out to me directly. Thank you so much and I look forward to connecting with you. melissa@jaxfishhouse.co m
    

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