J's On The Bay

4.9

80 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Charming
Child-friendly
Innovative

Welcome to J’s on the Bay, owned and operated by proprietor Chef Joe Salimeni, award-winning graduate of French Culinary Institute and self made owner of this establishment as well as J’s Meal Prep. J’s On the Bay offers Meal Prep for busy customers on the go. From quinoa salads to truffled chicken lettuce wraps, turkey chili and everything in between. They offer weekly delivery to all five boroughs and soon, nationwide distribution.
J’s offers its customers a unique dining experience with its off the cuff combinations of classic ingredients and their unexpected marriages Chef Joe constructs. J’s was first opened in 2014 has evolved over the last 7 years from a homely neighborhood diner to the fine dining restaurant it is today. Through hard work, uninterrupted and meticulous care, and constantly working to push himself and his menu, Joe has turned his restaurant dreams into a reality.

Additional information

Location
1189 Bay St, Staten Island, NY 10305
Phone number
(718) 720-0922
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Pizza Bar, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Tue–Fri 10:00–15:00 Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–20:00
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking available Friday through Sunday.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Joe Salimeni
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Angry LobsterUS$21.00
Fresh Mozzarella | Roasted Tomato Lobster Cream | Habanero Tobasco
PepperhoneyUS$18.00
Ciao Tomatoes | Ricotta | Smoked Mozzarella | Mike's Hot Honey | Pepperoni
Chicken & WaffleUS$18.00
Cheddar Cheese | Bacon Onion Jam | Crispy Fried Chicken | Chipotle Mayo
Hangover PieUS$18.00
Vodka Sauce | Mozzarella | Smoked Speck | Sweet Peas
Great WhiteUS$18.00
Smoked Mozzarella | Ricotta | Gorgonzola Cream | Parmigiano Reggiano | Arugula | Truffle Honey
Spinach & ArtichokeUS$18.00
Mozzarella | Gorgonzola Creme | Parmigiano Reggiano
La FrescaUS$17.00
Smoked Mozzarella | Parmigiano Reggiano | Grape Tomato | Shaved Mushroom | Balsamic Reduction
J's Famous BreakfastUS$17.00
Mozzarella | Sausage | Cherry Peppers | Sun Dried Tomato | Caramelized Onion Scrambled Egg
Cacio e Pepe PieUS$17.00
Pecorino Romano | Cracked Black Pepper
Street CornUS$17.00
Smoked Mozzarella | Sweet Summer Corn | Chorizo | Chipotle | Creamy Cilantro | Tajin
West CoastUS$16.00
Smoked Mozzarella | Chicken Avocado | Tomato & Onion Relish | Balsamic | Cilantro
Pizza MargheritaUS$15.00
Ciao Tomatoes | Mozzarella | Pecorino Reggiano | Basil

For the Table

Crab Cake MedallionsUS$18.00
Pickled Fennel | Red Onion | Romesco Sauce
Lobster RangoonsUS$18.00
Mascarpone | Smoked Gouda Cheese | Mozzarella | Scallion Jam
Tuna Tartare BruschettaUS$18.00
Foccacia | Tomato | Orange Zest | Balsamic Glaze
Fire Cracker CalamariUS$17.00
Cherry Peppers & Grape Tomato Relish | Lemon Aioli
Buratta ArrabbiataUS$17.00
Cherry Peppers | Sweet Sausage | Spicy Vodka Sauce | Basil Gel
Mussels ToscanaUS$17.00
Grape Tomato | Cannellini | Lobster Broth
Kung Pao WingsUS$15.00
Bell Peppers | Peanut Sauce
Mozzarella BattensUS$14.00
Garlic Bread Crumb | Vodka Sauce
Sweet Potato CroquettesUS$10.00
Maple Brown Butter Glaze
Parm FriesUS$10.00
Chipotle Mayo
Salt & Vinegar FriesUS$8.00
Chipotle Ketchup

Raw Bar

Shrimp CocktailUS$16.00
U12 Shrimp served with Lemon | Cocktail Sauce | Tabasco
Beau Soleil Oysters
Served with Trinity Sauce
- M/P

Soups

French OnionUS$12.00
Marmite Broth | Fried Gruyere Croutons
Lobster BisqueUS$12.00
Roasted Tomato BasilUS$9.00
Garlic & Onion Confit | Basil Gel | Parmesan Crisp
Pasta e FagioliUS$8.00
Cannelloni Beans | Tomato Vegetable Broth | Basil

Salads

Shrimp $8 | Asian Steak $8 | Chicken $6

Chopped GoddessUS$14.00
Apples | Gaeta Olive | Cucumber | Grape Tomato | Pickled Shallot | Sunflower Seeds | Basil Dressing
Apple WalnutUS$14.00
Apples | Candied Walnut | Cranberry | Goat Cheese
Farmers MarketUS$13.00
Grape Tomato | Cucumber | Carrot | Apple | Pickled Shallot
Hail CaesarUS$13.00
Parmigiano Reggiano Crisp | Black Pepper Croutons

Sandwiches

Asian SteakUS$17.00
Hangar Steak | House-Made Teriyaki Sauce | Fire-Roasted Pepper | Smoked Mozzarella
Mediterranean Lentil BurgerUS$15.00
Vegan Tzatziki | Pickled Shallots | Sweet Potato Wedges
Stacked House BurgerUS$17.00
Hanger & Chuck Blend Patty | Roasted Garlic Aioli. Choice of Cheese
J's French DipUS$16.00
Roasted Prime Rib | Caramelized Onion | Smoked Mozzarella | Beef Demi
BPA Grilled CheeseUS$15.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon | Pesto Genovese | Avocado | Smoked Mozzarella
Tuscan ChickenUS$14.00
Grilled Chicken Breast | Sun-Dried Tomato | Pesto Genovese | Shaved Parmigiano Reggiano | Mixed Greens | Balsamic Reduction
Truffled Chicken SaladUS$14.00
Grilled Chicken Breast | Red Onion | Dried Cranberry | Apples | Avocado | Mixed Greens | Truffle Mayo

Pasta

Make it Gluten Free +$2

Lobster Mac & CheeseUS$28.00
Smoked Gouda | Smoked Mozzarella | Bacon Onion Jam
Short Rib RaguUS$26.00
Ricotta Stuffed Rigatoni | Parmesan Fonduta
Lamb BolgoneseUS$26.00
Sweet Potato Gnocchi | Parmesan Fonduta
Wild Mushroom RisottoUS$24.00
Cremini | Shiitake | Pecorino Romano Truffle Oil
Sweet Potato GnocchiUS$24.00
Pistachio Kale Pesto | Pomegranate
Spaghetti Cacio e PepeUS$23.00
Pecorino | Cracked Black Pepper
Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$21.00
Guanciale | Pecorino Romano | Cracked Black Pepper
Drunken DumplingsUS$21.00
Ricotta Gnocchi | Vodka Sauce | Peas | Smoked Speck | Smoked Mozzarella | Toasted Crumb
Spicy RigatoniUS$19.00
Cherry Tomatoes | Cream | Pecorino | Calabrian Chile

Main

Steak au PoivreUS$44.00
Prime 16 oz. NY Strip Steak | House Made Au Poivre Sauce
Short RibUS$36.00
Truffled Cauliflower Mash | Root Beer Demi | Sweet Potato Frill
Cod ToscanaUS$29.00
Cannellini | Spinach | Guancale | Lobster Broth
Double Cut Pork ChopUS$32.00
French Bean | Wild Mushroom | Smoked Apple Butter
Chicken & ArtichokesUS$28.00
Bone-In Chicken | Fried Spinach | Romesco Sauce | Tomato | Artichoke Heart
Romesco Shrimp & GritsUS$28.00
Smoked Gouda | Smoked Mozzarella | Guanciale
Chicken Cordon BleuUS$27.00
Ham | Gruyere | Truffled Cauliflower Mash | Wild Mushroom Cream Sauce
Meatloaf MedallionsUS$24.00
Truffled Cauliflower Mash | Wild Mushroom Demi Glaze
Cauliflower SteakUS$22.00
Romesco Sauce | Pomegranate | Tomato | Citrus
Mediterranean Lentil BurgerUS$15.00
Vegan Tzatziki | Pickled Shallots | Sweet Potato Wedges
Stacked House BurgerUS$17.00
Roasted Garlic Aioli

Desserts

Crêpe CakeUS$12.00
Chocolate Flourless CakeUS$11.00
Passionfruit Raspberry CakeUS$10.00
Espresso Creme BruleeUS$10.00
Banana Bread PuddingUS$10.00
Affogato al CaffeUS$9.00
Chocolate ZeppolesUS$9.00

Signature Cocktails

Kentucky Bourbon MuleUS$15.00
Mitcher's | Ginger Beer | Lime Simple Syrup | Mint
Tennessee Bourbon MuleUS$15.00
Jack Daniel's Bonded | Gingerbeer | Lime Simple Syrup | Mint
J's CollinUS$15.00
Hendricks Gin | Cucumber | Agave | Basil | Club Soda
Mia RitaUS$15.00
1800 Blanco Tequila Silver | Mia's Mix | Lime | Tajin
Pina - PenoritaUS$15.00
1800 Blanco Tequila Silver | Jalapeno | Pineapple | Tajin
Tuscan SunriseUS$15.00
1800 Blanco Tequila Silver Orange Simple Syrup | Campari
MiajitoUS$15.00
Rumhaven Coconut | Lime | Mint | Mia's Mix | Club Soda
Espresso Shank-a-TiniUS$15.00
Shanky's Whip | Borghetti | Rumchuta
Bay Street BluesUS$15.00
Butterfly | Hendricks Gin | Tea Flower | Blueberry Agave Syrup | Agave
Old FashionUS$14.00
Mitcher's | Orange Bitters | Sugar
ManhattanUS$14.00
Bullet Rye | Sweet Vermouth | Angostura Bitters
Aperol SpritzUS$14.00
Aperol | Tangerine Simple Syrup | Prosecco | Club Soda

Wine & Sangria

Seven Years In the Desert | Orin Swift | Cabernet
- BottleUS$110.00
Mannequin | Orin Swift | Chardonnay
- BottleUS$90.00
J Vineyard | Chardonnay | CaliforniaUS$12.00
Ratti | Barbera d'Asti | PiemonteUS$12.00
Josh | Cabernet Sauvignon | CaliforniaUS$12.00
Robert Mondavi | Pinot Noir | CaliforniaUS$12.00
J Vineyard | Pinot Noir | CaliforniaUS$12.00
Estancia | Cabernet Sauvignon | CaliforniaUS$11.00
La Pettegola | Vermentino | ToscanaUS$11.00
Oyster Bay | Sauvignon Blanc | New ZealandUS$11.00
Minuty Prestige | Rosé Côtes Provence | FranceUS$11.00
Red/White SangriaUS$10.00

Bubbly

LaMarca
- 750mlUS$38.00
- 187mlUS$12.00
Wycliff | Brut RoséUS$9.00

What 80 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

5Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Contemporary American
Staten Island
Best Overall
Staten Island
Best Food
Staten Island
Best Value
Staten Island
Great for brunch
Staten Island
Child-friendly
Staten Island
Innovative
Staten Island
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

J's On The Bay offers a creative culinary adventure with "inventive pizzas," "scrumptious desserts," and "outstanding food" that delights every palate. The staff receives rave reviews for being "super nice" and "attentive," making dining here a "delightful experience." A "hidden gem" with "big city feels," it's "definitely not to be missed."

80 Reviews

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Deborah E VIP
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always a pleasure to dine here. Fresh oysters are the best
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CATHY
New York City19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great 1st time experience food drinks and servers will come again
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BLISS-ANN
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best place I've ever been to on Staten Island. Definitely will be back. 💛
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great. Went on Wednesday where they had character night. It was my daughter’s birthday and she enjoyed it. 2 adults and we ordered our meals and the kids ate free. Food was delicious.
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Cecelia VIP
New York City21 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brunch was delicious. Had a great Bloody Mary and a frittata perfectly cooked.
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Jenea
Cleveland5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such a nice time last night. Our party of 3 included mom dad and our toddler. Service was friendly and fast, the food was delicious. Will definitely visit again.
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Keith
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Breakfast at J’s On The Bay. No better way to start my New Year, a perfect way for you to start any day. With dishes as simple as eggs, potatoes, country-style toast, and bacon to Apple Butternut French Toast, J’s On The Bay deserves to be on your 2025 Resolutions List. J’s On The Bay, 1189 Bay Street, Rosebank, Staten Island.
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Trish VIP
New York City29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food and coffee at his restaurant are to die for !! Love it
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david
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hidden gem with a hometown feel. Imaginative menu that’s actually seasonal and service that is ready to answer and questions and is as friendly as it is efficient
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Matthew
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Would 100% recommend J’s on the bay to everyone. The food and service were top notch. Every suggestion that was made was spot on chicken parm pizza with the arabiatta vodka sauce was a hit will be back for that again. Service was top notch as well. 10 stars
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FAQs

J's On The Bay offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 720-0922.

J's On The Bay is rated 4.9 stars by 80 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

1189 Bay St, Staten Island, NY 10305

Additional information

Phone number
(718) 720-0922
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Pizza Bar, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Tue–Fri 10:00–15:00 Sat, Sun 09:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–20:00
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet parking available Friday through Sunday.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Joe Salimeni
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

J's On The Bay

Make a booking

Additional information

Pizza

Angry LobsterUS$21.00

PepperhoneyUS$18.00

Chicken & WaffleUS$18.00

Hangover PieUS$18.00

Great WhiteUS$18.00

Spinach & ArtichokeUS$18.00

La FrescaUS$17.00

J's Famous BreakfastUS$17.00

Cacio e Pepe PieUS$17.00

Street CornUS$17.00

West CoastUS$16.00

Pizza MargheritaUS$15.00

For the Table

Crab Cake MedallionsUS$18.00

Lobster RangoonsUS$18.00

Tuna Tartare BruschettaUS$18.00

Fire Cracker CalamariUS$17.00

Buratta ArrabbiataUS$17.00

Mussels ToscanaUS$17.00

Kung Pao WingsUS$15.00

Mozzarella BattensUS$14.00

Sweet Potato CroquettesUS$10.00

Parm FriesUS$10.00

Salt & Vinegar FriesUS$8.00

Raw Bar

Shrimp CocktailUS$16.00

Beau Soleil Oysters

Soups

French OnionUS$12.00

Lobster BisqueUS$12.00

Roasted Tomato BasilUS$9.00

Pasta e FagioliUS$8.00

Salads

Chopped GoddessUS$14.00

Apple WalnutUS$14.00

Farmers MarketUS$13.00

Hail CaesarUS$13.00

Sandwiches

Asian SteakUS$17.00

Mediterranean Lentil BurgerUS$15.00

Stacked House BurgerUS$17.00

J's French DipUS$16.00

BPA Grilled CheeseUS$15.00

Tuscan ChickenUS$14.00

Truffled Chicken SaladUS$14.00

Pasta

Lobster Mac & CheeseUS$28.00

Short Rib RaguUS$26.00

Lamb BolgoneseUS$26.00

Wild Mushroom RisottoUS$24.00

Sweet Potato GnocchiUS$24.00

Spaghetti Cacio e PepeUS$23.00

Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$21.00

Drunken DumplingsUS$21.00

Spicy RigatoniUS$19.00

Main

Steak au PoivreUS$44.00

Short RibUS$36.00

Cod ToscanaUS$29.00

Double Cut Pork ChopUS$32.00

Chicken & ArtichokesUS$28.00

Romesco Shrimp & GritsUS$28.00

Chicken Cordon BleuUS$27.00

Meatloaf MedallionsUS$24.00

Cauliflower SteakUS$22.00

Mediterranean Lentil BurgerUS$15.00

Stacked House BurgerUS$17.00

Desserts

Crêpe CakeUS$12.00

Chocolate Flourless CakeUS$11.00

Passionfruit Raspberry CakeUS$10.00

Espresso Creme BruleeUS$10.00

Banana Bread PuddingUS$10.00

Affogato al CaffeUS$9.00

Chocolate ZeppolesUS$9.00

Signature Cocktails