J's On The Bay

4.9

80 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Charming
Kid-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 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
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 Lobster$21.00
Fresh Mozzarella | Roasted Tomato Lobster Cream | Habanero Tobasco
Pepperhoney$18.00
Ciao Tomatoes | Ricotta | Smoked Mozzarella | Mike's Hot Honey | Pepperoni
Chicken & Waffle$18.00
Cheddar Cheese | Bacon Onion Jam | Crispy Fried Chicken | Chipotle Mayo
Hangover Pie$18.00
Vodka Sauce | Mozzarella | Smoked Speck | Sweet Peas
Great White$18.00
Smoked Mozzarella | Ricotta | Gorgonzola Cream | Parmigiano Reggiano | Arugula | Truffle Honey
Spinach & Artichoke$18.00
Mozzarella | Gorgonzola Creme | Parmigiano Reggiano
La Fresca$17.00
Smoked Mozzarella | Parmigiano Reggiano | Grape Tomato | Shaved Mushroom | Balsamic Reduction
J's Famous Breakfast$17.00
Mozzarella | Sausage | Cherry Peppers | Sun Dried Tomato | Caramelized Onion Scrambled Egg
Cacio e Pepe Pie$17.00
Pecorino Romano | Cracked Black Pepper
Street Corn$17.00
Smoked Mozzarella | Sweet Summer Corn | Chorizo | Chipotle | Creamy Cilantro | Tajin
West Coast$16.00
Smoked Mozzarella | Chicken Avocado | Tomato & Onion Relish | Balsamic | Cilantro
Pizza Margherita$15.00
Ciao Tomatoes | Mozzarella | Pecorino Reggiano | Basil

For the Table

Crab Cake Medallions$18.00
Pickled Fennel | Red Onion | Romesco Sauce
Lobster Rangoons$18.00
Mascarpone | Smoked Gouda Cheese | Mozzarella | Scallion Jam
Tuna Tartare Bruschetta$18.00
Foccacia | Tomato | Orange Zest | Balsamic Glaze
Fire Cracker Calamari$17.00
Cherry Peppers & Grape Tomato Relish | Lemon Aioli
Buratta Arrabbiata$17.00
Cherry Peppers | Sweet Sausage | Spicy Vodka Sauce | Basil Gel
Mussels Toscana$17.00
Grape Tomato | Cannellini | Lobster Broth
Kung Pao Wings$15.00
Bell Peppers | Peanut Sauce
Mozzarella Battens$14.00
Garlic Bread Crumb | Vodka Sauce
Sweet Potato Croquettes$10.00
Maple Brown Butter Glaze
Parm Fries$10.00
Chipotle Mayo
Salt & Vinegar Fries$8.00
Chipotle Ketchup

Raw Bar

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

Soups

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

Salads

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

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

Sandwiches

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

Pasta

Make it Gluten Free +$2

Lobster Mac & Cheese$28.00
Smoked Gouda | Smoked Mozzarella | Bacon Onion Jam
Short Rib Ragu$26.00
Ricotta Stuffed Rigatoni | Parmesan Fonduta
Lamb Bolgonese$26.00
Sweet Potato Gnocchi | Parmesan Fonduta
Wild Mushroom Risotto$24.00
Cremini | Shiitake | Pecorino Romano Truffle Oil
Sweet Potato Gnocchi$24.00
Pistachio Kale Pesto | Pomegranate
Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe$23.00
Pecorino | Cracked Black Pepper
Spaghetti Carbonara$21.00
Guanciale | Pecorino Romano | Cracked Black Pepper
Drunken Dumplings$21.00
Ricotta Gnocchi | Vodka Sauce | Peas | Smoked Speck | Smoked Mozzarella | Toasted Crumb
Spicy Rigatoni$19.00
Cherry Tomatoes | Cream | Pecorino | Calabrian Chile

Main

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

Desserts

Crêpe Cake$12.00
Chocolate Flourless Cake$11.00
Passionfruit Raspberry Cake$10.00
Espresso Creme Brulee$10.00
Banana Bread Pudding$10.00
Affogato al Caffe$9.00
Chocolate Zeppoles$9.00

Signature Cocktails

Kentucky Bourbon Mule$15.00
Mitcher's | Ginger Beer | Lime Simple Syrup | Mint
Tennessee Bourbon Mule$15.00
Jack Daniel's Bonded | Gingerbeer | Lime Simple Syrup | Mint
J's Collin$15.00
Hendricks Gin | Cucumber | Agave | Basil | Club Soda
Mia Rita$15.00
1800 Blanco Tequila Silver | Mia's Mix | Lime | Tajin
Pina - Penorita$15.00
1800 Blanco Tequila Silver | Jalapeno | Pineapple | Tajin
Tuscan Sunrise$15.00
1800 Blanco Tequila Silver Orange Simple Syrup | Campari
Miajito$15.00
Rumhaven Coconut | Lime | Mint | Mia's Mix | Club Soda
Espresso Shank-a-Tini$15.00
Shanky's Whip | Borghetti | Rumchuta
Bay Street Blues$15.00
Butterfly | Hendricks Gin | Tea Flower | Blueberry Agave Syrup | Agave
Old Fashion$14.00
Mitcher's | Orange Bitters | Sugar
Manhattan$14.00
Bullet Rye | Sweet Vermouth | Angostura Bitters
Aperol Spritz$14.00
Aperol | Tangerine Simple Syrup | Prosecco | Club Soda

Wine & Sangria

Seven Years In the Desert | Orin Swift | Cabernet
- Bottle$110.00
Mannequin | Orin Swift | Chardonnay
- Bottle$90.00
J Vineyard | Chardonnay | California$12.00
Ratti | Barbera d'Asti | Piemonte$12.00
Josh | Cabernet Sauvignon | California$12.00
Robert Mondavi | Pinot Noir | California$12.00
J Vineyard | Pinot Noir | California$12.00
Estancia | Cabernet Sauvignon | California$11.00
La Pettegola | Vermentino | Toscana$11.00
Oyster Bay | Sauvignon Blanc | New Zealand$11.00
Minuty Prestige | Rosé Côtes Provence | France$11.00
Red/White Sangria$10.00

Bubbly

LaMarca
- 750ml$38.00
- 187ml$12.00
Wycliff | Brut Rosé$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
Kid-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 February 6, 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 February 2, 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 January 23, 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 January 15, 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 January 12, 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 January 4, 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 January 1, 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 December 27, 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 December 8, 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 November 30, 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 reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 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 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
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 reservation

Additional information

Pizza

Angry Lobster$21.00

Pepperhoney$18.00

Chicken & Waffle$18.00

Hangover Pie$18.00

Great White$18.00

Spinach & Artichoke$18.00

La Fresca$17.00

J's Famous Breakfast$17.00

Cacio e Pepe Pie$17.00

Street Corn$17.00

West Coast$16.00

Pizza Margherita$15.00

For the Table

Crab Cake Medallions$18.00

Lobster Rangoons$18.00

Tuna Tartare Bruschetta$18.00

Fire Cracker Calamari$17.00

Buratta Arrabbiata$17.00

Mussels Toscana$17.00

Kung Pao Wings$15.00

Mozzarella Battens$14.00

Sweet Potato Croquettes$10.00

Parm Fries$10.00

Salt & Vinegar Fries$8.00

Raw Bar

Shrimp Cocktail$16.00

Beau Soleil Oysters

Soups

French Onion$12.00

Lobster Bisque$12.00

Roasted Tomato Basil$9.00

Pasta e Fagioli$8.00

Salads

Chopped Goddess$14.00

Apple Walnut$14.00

Farmers Market$13.00

Hail Caesar$13.00

Sandwiches

Asian Steak$17.00

Mediterranean Lentil Burger$15.00

Stacked House Burger$17.00

J's French Dip$16.00

BPA Grilled Cheese$15.00

Tuscan Chicken$14.00

Truffled Chicken Salad$14.00

Pasta

Lobster Mac & Cheese$28.00

Short Rib Ragu$26.00

Lamb Bolgonese$26.00

Wild Mushroom Risotto$24.00

Sweet Potato Gnocchi$24.00

Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe$23.00

Spaghetti Carbonara$21.00

Drunken Dumplings$21.00

Spicy Rigatoni$19.00

Main

Steak au Poivre$44.00

Short Rib$36.00

Cod Toscana$29.00

Double Cut Pork Chop$32.00

Chicken & Artichokes$28.00

Romesco Shrimp & Grits$28.00

Chicken Cordon Bleu$27.00

Meatloaf Medallions$24.00

Cauliflower Steak$22.00

Mediterranean Lentil Burger$15.00

Stacked House Burger$17.00

Desserts

Crêpe Cake$12.00

Chocolate Flourless Cake$11.00

Passionfruit Raspberry Cake$10.00

Espresso Creme Brulee$10.00

Banana Bread Pudding$10.00

Affogato al Caffe$9.00

Chocolate Zeppoles$9.00

Signature Cocktails