J.P. Seafood Cafe

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

Posted 07/15/09

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.

Posted 09/13/08

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...

Posted 12/19/07

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

Posted 10/11/06

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

Posted 07/13/06

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

Posted 01/06/06

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

Posted 07/10/05

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

Posted 01/10/05

This is a hidden gem , the food is great. Fresh, tastey, and realitively inexpensive. The atmosphere is a little hip and the room is comfortable. You are greeted with a smile and treated well for the whole meal.

Posted 02/06/03

The Bibimbab is very good, so is the Bul-go-ki! Order take-out if you don't feel like waiting in line for a table.

Pros: Good Food, Parking near by

Cons: Closed Mondays

Posted 01/24/03

A wonderful, friendly local restaurant. THe outside makes it look like a Summer Shack or equally pain-in-the-ass fish-in-you-face restaurant. But its not. They've got a great sushi bar and a wonderful menu. I highly recommend it.

Pros: Wonderful Sushi, They have sushi boats, Big Bottles of Kirin

Posted 12/09/02