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    J Bistro Downtown

    4.5 (150 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Upscale
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Lobster tail, another off menu special!
    Nita S.

    The J Bistro has become a regular stop for us when we travel to Sandusky from Texas. The spaghetti and meatballs are large enough to share, their recent off menu salad that came with blue and raspberries, strawberries, pomegranates, and brown sugar pecans with a vinaigrette was the perfect starter. Cameron, our server was exceptional, his timing was great and the bar was able to make mojitos!! We were able to make last minute reservations a couple days before Valentine's Day for a Friday night dinner for three and made our next reservation before we left the restaurant. The perfect setting for friends or a romantic night out.

    bruschetta was amazing!! They do it with olives in the sauce , amazing taste!!
    Ernest S.

    We had a great time! When we arrived, the place was packed and the hostess let us know they couldn't seat us. We asked to speak with the manager, and the General Manager, Susan, came over and kindly got us a table--we were so grateful. The food was absolutely delicious, packed with flavor in every bite. We'll definitely be coming back. Thank you, Susan, for getting us in! Amazing food, great staff, and a perfect spot for adults.

    Shrimp and lobster risotto
    Czara V.

    If I could give this place 10000+ stars, I WOULD!! This place is an absolute gem! Not only is the food AMAZING but the service is IMPECCABLE. We took a spontaneous trip to Ohio for my daughter's birthday weekend so she could visit Cedar Point, and we found J Bistro after a quick Yelp search. The reviews were so good, so we figured we'd give it a try. We dropped in on a Thursday night and the place pretty empty. There is street parking and also an adjacent lot. We walked in and were immediately impressed by how classy the place was. It definitely has an "old school" vibe - the decor is all oak and very upscale. I was worried they would frown upon my rambunctious 3 year old, but the staff was so nice and they even had a kids meal and sippy cups! So convenient for a young family who wants to eat out at a nice place and has to bring the whole circus with them We were sat in a cozy bench-type table and our waitress, Linsley, brought us bread and it was SO WARM AND SO SOFT. It came with this olive oil, vinaigrette and parm concoction but we didn't even need it - the bread is a star on its own. We devoured it immediately. Our drinks were ON POINT. My husband had the new old fashioned and I had the white cosmo. Excellently balanced and delicious. We ordered the beet salad to share (try it - the pistachios are a game changer!) and the lobster and asparagus cheese dip. All of it was SUPERB. But the entrees were just *chefs kiss*. I had the stuffed chicken with sausage stuffing, my husband had the ribeye and my dad had the shrimp and lobster risotto. The chicken was juicy and tender. I loved the broccolini that came with it and the sour cream and chive mashed potatoes had me drooling. The ribeye was perfect. But my dad's risotto stole the show!! It was chock full of shrimp and the lobster is served ON TOP!! It was meaty, juicy, and soooo incredible. We couldn't stop raving about it. When our waitress, Linsley, found out it was our daughter's birthday, she brought her the flourless chocolate cake with a little candle - on the house Just the sweetest gesture and it meant so much to us! Overall, we will visit this place EVERY SINGLE TIME we come to Cedar Point and will tell all of our friends/family about it. This place is phenomenal and so worth the money. Don't hesitate - go NOW.

    Meatball rigatoni

    I went here for my anniversary and it was so romantic. They waitstaff made sure to make us feel extra special. The pesto shrimp and chicken pasta was to die for, my partner also really enjoyed her meatball rigatoni. This was the best experience we have ever had at a restaurant.

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    Great dinner! Perfect spot for three generations of family!! Our waiter was awesome!!

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    Amazing as always. The food is great and the service is always good. This is our favorite restaurant.

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    Great place with good food for a night out.¡!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!@@!!!!@!!@!@!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    Love the place. Great food and drinks Took my wife here for a date night. Can't wait to go back

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    J Bistro has a pleasant ambiance and great food our server has been exceptional each time.

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    Great place to grub and pub with friends. Amazing munchies and tasty sides big enough to share.

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    Really good upscale dining in Sandusky. The chef prepares dishes any way you want, which was practically raw salmon for me. Fabulous!

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    Brought my wife in 21 for our first year anniversary, and headed back again in 22. Amazing food and friendly staff.

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