J.P. Seafood Cafe

11/08/09

Great Food

by feliciadz at Citysearch

If your looking for good sushi and good Japanese food this is the place to go. After years of trying to find "proper" Japanese food we finally found it at JP Seafood. They also serve some terrific Korean dishes like Japchae & Gyoza( and you can have that as beef or vegetable!) The maki is always fresh and yummy!!! Have even ventured into sashimi which I must say is fresh and delectable here not chewy like some other places we've been. If your a vegetarian there are plenty of choices on the menu for you & if you love fish this is better than Legal's! The staff always serve you with a smile and get the food to you nice and hot. If your in JP you have to come here to eat!

• Pros: good fast service, fresh made to order food
• Cons: busy

07/16/09

clear your sinuses

by akj1217 at Citysearch

Tonight we went to JP Seafood and FOR THE THIRD TIME IN A ROW ordered a SPICY TUNA HANDROLL where the spice was OFF THE CHARTS. NOT GOOD!!!! NOT GOOD!!! We were drooling and our mouths were ON FIRE for a good half hour. AND obviously we could not even finish it. We LOVE sushi. We love spicy hot food.....but this is unfair to customers and a bad order. DO NOT GET IT. And actually think twice about going to this restaurant. The service is awful and the ambiance is totally lacking.

• Cons: TOOOOOOO MUCH SPICE IN THE SPICY TUNA HANDROLL

09/14/08

Kick-ass Sushi

by opensashime at Citysearch

The Omakase here is the best!!!!!! Great friendly Sushi Chefs, and servers. I also love their grilled fish dinners and Bibimbops. A Must Try: Scallion Pancake! YUMMMMM.. It's too bad that I don't live nearby, I would come here everyday.

• Pros: Great foods, service, and energy
• Cons: This is a popular restaurant, so be expected to wait, especially on weekend nights.

12/20/07

good healthy food

by kathyp11011 at Citysearch

one of the few places that delivers in jp...pretty good sushi and some korean food. usually get take-out or delivery, but their lunch specials are great for eating at the restaurant. friendly staff...

10/12/06

Have I become more discriminating, or have they just stopped trying?

by weeblackscottie at Citysearch

Oh how I used to love this place!!!

But, geez....now that I'm a local and can't resist its convenience (location, location, location) I find that the food just isn't that great. In particular I'm referring to the maki/sushi....often the rice seems overly sour and always too firm (sitting too long is my best guess). In addition I've yet to order a "shrimp maki" where the shrimp feels fresh...always the tempura is chewy and cool (as opposed to hot and crunchy. In short, I think it would be great if J P Seafood had some local competition.....I'd love to love the place again!!!

• Pros: Super nice staff, they deliver....very gay friendly!
• Cons: Stale maki

07/14/06

Everyone knows your name + great food

by dawneliz at Citysearch

If you are a regular here, they will get to know you quickly, know what you like and dislike, and bend over backwards for you (within reason!). The food is always good (the lunch box is a real treat); the bibimbop is the best I've had in the Boston area, and the scallion pancake is to die for. Keep an eye out for their maki specials (Godzilla and Shocking...awesome!). It can be a bit hectic during the summer, especially towards the end of the week, so patience (or going there prior to being murderously hungry) is advised. They are reasonably priced (haven't raised their prices in 5 years!) and a great spot for a low-key dinner. Definitely try the Mochi ice cream.

• Pros: great food, great smiles
• Cons: sometimes loud, sometimes slow/long wait

05/30/06

Jamaica Plain's favorite spot for sushi also serves Korean and Japanese entrees.

by Contributor at Citysearch

In Short
Since 1996, JP Seafood Cafe has kept the neighborhood's countless young professionals happy by slicing and dicing fresh sushi. Those adverse to the raw stuff can choose from steaming bowls of noodle soup, dishes of flaky tempura and Korean rice dishes. The relaxed setting, colorful fish tank and sufficient selection of Asian beverages add to the atmosphere. Bargain lunch specials are served until 2:30pm.

01/07/06

JP needs another Sushi restaurant!

by meredith4444 at Citysearch

As a JP resident I have seen the quality of this place decline over the years. Over time, the quality of the sushi has gone down and the prices have gone up. A lot of the sushi that I have gotten is overpriced and the portions and pieces of sushi are small. Some of the sushi tastes like it has been refrigerated and not fresh. Unfortunately, this is the only sushi place in JP and thus, unless you are willing to travel, this is the only place to get sushi. This is why there is usually a wait for a table during the weekends.

The place is small and a bit cramped, tables are right next to one another (with in arms reach). And the service is average.

• Cons: expensive

07/11/05

A Nice Neighborhood Find

by jillinboston at Citysearch

Located conveniently on Centre Street, JP Seafood has a huge menu, diverse in selection. From sushi to bimbibop, there is definitely something for everyone. The teriyaki dishes arrive at the table sizzling and include miso soup, rice and veggies for 12.95. The salmon looked great too. I would go back many times and try other dishes. The service is friendly if not as attentive as other restaurants, but more than adequate.

• Pros: location, price, friendly service

01/11/05

Great for Vegetarians

by bcorr at Citysearch

As a vegetarian, I've often found sushi restaurants not that great. However, this one has lots of great options for those who don't eat fish. Because this is a combination of Korean and Japanese cuisines, there is a much greater variety than most sushi restaurants. The lunch menu is a good deal -- especially the "lunch boxes" (also called "bento boxes at some places). The service is friendly, polite, and prompt, and the food is very fresh and high quality. A definite "must do" if you're visiting Jamaica Plain -- and there's a great ice cream place next door if you're looking for dessert afterwards!

• Pros: Fresh fish & veggies, Vegetarian-friendly, Great lunch menu