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Sailor Jack's

4.4
4.4
791 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Gluten-free-friendly
Sailor Jack’s is the top restaurant in Benicia for seafood served with California flair. Located on the scenic Carquinez Straits, our seasonally changing menu offers something for everyone at breakfast, lunch, weekend brunch and dinner. Named for author Jack London who lived nearby and loved the area, our menu is naturally complimented by a carefully curated selection of great wines and signature cocktails also available in our comfortable upstairs bar. Located in a historic (circa 1868) sea captain’s home, the waterfront view setting is unique in Contra Costa, offering two floors and several charming rooms (plus outdoor deck and patio) where you can enjoy an intimate date for 2, a meal out with friends, or a major family celebration.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00–16:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 16:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (707) 746-8500
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Benicia
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot as well as public lot across the street and street parking
  • Entertainment
    Two TVs in the bar area, live music on special occasions
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 791 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Bay

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sailor Jack's offers a picturesque dining experience with "amazing views" of the bay and Carquinez Bridge. The ambiance is charming, and the staff "goes above and beyond" to provide excellent service. While some dishes received mixed reviews, many diners praised the "delicious food," highlighting fresh seafood and salads.

791 Reviews
  1. S . Elizabeth

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone enjoyed their meal. I had the petrale sole, my husband had the fish and chips, our friends had Mahi Mahi tacos, and clams and chips.

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  2. Jack

    San Francisco

    187 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    187 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Wonderful beet salad and moules/frittes were great but portion size precluded considering dessert. Outstanding meal with a new IPA to finish.👏👏👏

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  3. Debi

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great view. Very good server. Fast service. Everyone cleaned their plates 🤗

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  4. Joe

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 21 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    They did not save the table I asked for and did not ask me about our Celebration. Service was a little slow for the few number of people that were there. But the food was good and the view lovely.

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  5. William

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We really love this place: food, service and location are great. My only small problem is that if you choose to sit outside especially near the "windows ", the tables are set on dirt which if you're wearing sandals or flip-flops like my girlfriend, your feet can get a bit dirty.

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  6. Don

    San Francisco

    100 reviews

    4.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place with friendly service. Location is hard to beat! Love the views! The food is always great quality and lots of choices to please anyone.

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  7. Willy

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone's meal was great, the service was exceptional.

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  8. Craig

    Sacramento

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was an anniversary lunch for my wife and me. Despite it being a busy Saturday, we were treated like the only customers. It make a special occasion one to remember. Every staff member who served our table was cheerful, attentive, and accommodating. We want to thank them all. The food was delicious. And our table with a view of the bay was magical. We'll remember the day, and look forward to returning again to Sailor Jack's in the charming little town of Benicia.

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  9. Linda

    San Francisco

    75 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first time dining at this restaurant and we will definitely return. My girlfriend and I had the Crab salad and Shrimp salad and shared each with one another. The fish was extremely fresh. One other guest had the French Toast and the other the Fish and Chips. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Service was outstanding. The view was also very nice sitting by the water. Definitley an established restaurant in an old building.

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  10. Greg

    Sacramento

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Very disappointed that sourdough bread is not offered until 11:30 PM and we are forced to eat biscuits with seafood.

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Sailor Jack's is rated 4.4 stars by 791 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Sailor Jack's

123 1St St, Benicia, CA 94510

Additional information

  • Area
    Benicia
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00–16:00 Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 16:00–20:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot as well as public lot across the street and street parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Two TVs in the bar area, live music on special occasions
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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