We didn't get our servers name but she was a really kind Latina lady on Friday evening. She was so accommodating- we had a very antsy 5 year old and we were sat down to dine but had to order to go because he was just being too much. And she was so kind and understanding and assured us she packed us utensils and napkins. We took our food and ate at the picnic table at the pavilion. Great area. Only downside is a bread bowl of clam chowder (cup size) was $18+ with the bowl size $25+ Chowder was great and so were cheese curds!! Indoor and outdoor seating right across the parking lot from the water read more

This place was quite busy when we came for lunch. We were able to get a seat indoors at a booth. My friend and I got fish tacos but with different fish and pico on the side. However when we got our tacos they didn't ask who had what and just put them down. I asked them which was which and the server didn't know. They ended up taking it back to the kitchen and from the looks of how the tacos came back they cut open every fish to check. Regardless of that, the fish tacos were good but quite messy. read more

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This place is disgusting. Not only is what they call "food" completely inedible but the service is horrid. A bunch of unkempt, dirty hands/fingernails, even saw a waiter picking her nose. Fish is soggy, oily, not fresh. Obviously from a Sysco bag. Coleslaw smelled like actual urine. We said F this and just left. Nobody seemed to care. The health department needs to investigate this place. Eat here and you'll wish you'd have died from the explosive diarrhea. read more

My husband and I decided to spend our morning down in Poulsbo today to go look at boats and then shop around before lunch. We had planned on going to Sogno Di Vino but they were unfortunately closed today so we headed to JJ's Fish House for some fish and chips and mahi mahi tacos. Both were splendid! We got there before they got the lunch time rush so we had the best view on the patio and food was quick and hot! I love their fish tacos and I know it's no secret how good they are but I really always forget how much I love a good corn and pineapple slaw on a taco! So delicious and not too sweet. read more

JJ's Fish House - Mahi mahi tacos - Seafood Near Me - Poulsbo, Washington

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Gluten, free, and dairy free review: We decided to take a little trip to Poulsbo Washington and we found this one restaurant we brought our dog and she got to sit outside while we eat. They were so kind and gave her treats and water. We definitely have gluten-free and dairy free absolutely delicious. If you have trouble with spice, you might want to double check with that. We had the fish delicious my daughter loved the tacos. If you're in Poulsbo Washington, go ahead and stop in here. The ambience is great. The service is great. read more

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(8/7/26) We sat quickly, our server was attentive and kind, drinks were yummy, and our food was served piping hot! What more could we ask for? We sat on the patio and the weather was great. I love how the employees didn't seem upset by customers bringing their pets while they dine on the patio. My friend has a legitimate service animal and some restaurants have been extremely rude to accommodate us, so it gives me confidence that they will be welcome here! read more

JJ's Fish House - Fish and Chips 2 pc (COD) - Seafood Near Me - Poulsbo, Washington

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The Seafood here was really good. We started off with the Calamari and for entrees my wife and I had the Fish and chips and the Cioppino. Service was great and very attentive. Food came out fast. Definitely love the vibe of the restaurant. read more

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Ordered the Classic Wedge and pan fried oysters (5). The wedge was FANTASTIC ! 4 LARGE WEDGES OF LETTUCE smoothered in blue cheese crumbles, bacon, onions and cherry tomatoes! A meal for 4! I took a very careful bite of one of the oysters to be certain that I did not splash any of the succulent oyster nectar. NOT NECESSARY ! THE OYSTERS WERE OVERLY BREADED, TERRIBLY DRY AND TASTELESS! Lesson learned. I will never again order fried oysters here. read more

I will just cut to the chase, the best fish tacos in town period. Everyone says that and honestly I can make better ones at home 99% of the time. However, that's not the case with JJ, they are really big and you could probably share, super tasty and just awesome. Overall a nice place with great service, definitely a place you got to visit in Poulsbo. read more

We went here for lunch on a gorgeous day in Poulsbo. The 3 star rating is somewhat curious given the fact that we had an excellent experience. We sat outside because the weather was perfect. I had the fish and chips with cod and onions rings. The cod was fresh and had no fishy taste or smell. The fish was not overly battered. it was cooked perfectly. The onion rings used real onions, not minced. They were excellent. The Cole slaw was sweet with raisins and was excellent. The portion was very generous and I was absolutely stuffed by the time I finished everything. The wife had fish tacos with halibut and loved them. The halibut was fresh and had no fishy smell or taste. She got 3 large tacos in flour tortillas. She could eat only 2. The kid had kid's version of fish and chips and liked it! She ate all her cod and most of the chips (fries). My Alaska Amber was perfect pairing with cod. Our server Angelli was professional and friendly. Prices were reasonable for our fish dishes. I mean, fresh good quality fish is not cheap. Overall, we had a great experience and it was an easy 5 stars. read more

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This restaurant was very overpriced. Chowder was so-so. Fish tacos were substantial and pretty good.

Ordered Classic Wedge and fried oysters(5). The iceberg lettuce wedge(s) are magnificent! Fresh lettuce smothered in bacon, blue cheese crumbles, cherry tomatoes and onions.. large enough for 4 people. DELICIOUS! I carefully tried a small bite of fried oyster to avoid splashing delicious oyster juices . . . NO NEED! The oysters were overly breaded, dry and tasteless. What a disgusting disappointment. I will never order oysters here again. read more

Yesterday, while in Algona, hubby wanted Fish & Chips for dinner. Instead, we had ribs! So, while in Poulsbo, I said: let's have some seafood for lunch. As we drove around for parking, I spotted that looks appealing, places to eat outside. We parked. We walked. Then we spotted: somewhere in a busy construction site-sidewalk, JJ's Fish House. We didn't know exactly how to get inside. Hubby did checked them out on YELP first, and it was 4 stars. We went for it! I found a shaded seat, outside, since the inside was packed. Usually, I would have picked the inside, since we're having heat wave, but this time "shaded, with a touch of wind' is more my kind of environment! We were shaded all through our meal! Our waiter was quite prompt and friendly and took our order right away and came back out and checked how we're doing. For our 51st Anniversary, surprised us with a slice of Tiramisu, with a 'touch of Norway!' Thank you! We ordered a Salmon Rice Bowl, which came with a plate of spinach and sides of cucumber slices, brown rice, and nicely cooked salmon. Very very good, it was even better for my lunch the next day. (We have a cooler, that kept cold even hours later). We also ordered Lobster Roll, Onion Rings & Clam Chowder. The chowder, was thick and full of clams. In my life, I think this is the BEST ever clam chowder, even the Oregon Coast can't have it this good! Hubby agrees with me! I'm talking 5 decades of know-how on clams! The lobster roll was 'excellent', almost as good as something you'd buy in New England or Maine. The restroom could be improved, a bit dirty! Construction was going on, it spoiled the view, but we didn't care. Our parked car was just over there, and we were able to go back, put our leftovers and venture on. All in all, I didn't mind the view, and people watched, and I'm not complaining about the heat, hubby got me his 'neck cooler' using my leftover water, wet it, wrapped around my neck, and my umbrella kept me happy and cool the rest of the day, plus my neck fan. Happy as a clam, indeedy! BTW: I influenced two female (my age and older?) to sit in the shade, across from us. It's pleasant out here! After going inside and see how packed it was, they DID came back, to sit where I pointed out. We were conversing from across tables. When I went to use the restroom, I stopped to converse more, but I think . . . they wanted to ask more about my neck fan. I think, since today's my mom's 7th year anniversary of going to heaven, she's the miracle lady that showed up today, of all days! No matter, it was a pleasant conversation. read more

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We came to JJ's Fish House as a party of six over a holiday weekend and had such a great experience. Even with the crowds, we were seated right away and the service was on point the entire time--friendly, attentive, and always checking in without hovering. Everyone at our table loved their meal, and my clam chowder in a bread bowl was absolutely to die for--rich, creamy, packed with flavor, and the bread bowl was perfectly toasted. Exactly what you want from a seaside spot like this. Will absolutely be back next time we're in town! read more

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We had a large group with 3 children, staff was very accommodating and food was quick. We sat outside, which was very nice especially with the view. We had oyster shooters, went down too quick, always good. Both couples had fish tacos and bread bowl clam chowder, both were very good. Honestly, was craving the tacos again during our trip. Very good food and service! Thank you! read more

It just wasn't great. We ordered shrimp tacos, and the fish and chips. The tacos were super stuffed, and were eating lettuce. The shrimp was a decent size but was lost in the taco. I thought they were spicy so that's a turn off for me. I believe it was a spicy mayo or chipotle mayo. Fish and chips was just okay from the person who ate it. Share the portions are huge! Server was friendly, attentive, and accommodating. Stars are not based on her service. We came close to closing so the ambiance was quiet. Especially for a Friday night in Poulsbo. read more

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Fish and Chips, Cod was nicely battered and moist inside. The portion size was good. French fries were nice and crispy. The mussels were okay, a little under seasoned. But mussel meat weee tender and broth briny and clean tasting. Service was quick, efficient and friendly. Space is airy And a nice view looking out onto the waterfront. Solid food and great restaurant vibe. read more

JJ's Fish House - Mussels - Seafood Near Me - Poulsbo, Washington

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JJ's Fish House is located at the Historic downtown waterfront. The restaurant is facing the water, lots of table to choose from, from outdoor to indoor. There are lots of food to choose from. We ordered 3 piece cod fish and chips. Also ordered the mussels in broth with fries and garlic bread. They were good and generous servings. Fish was big and cooked well. The mussels were good but a little more flavor would have made it excellent. But it was cooked well not gummy at all. Very good size and texture. It was a very busy lunch because weather was perfect. Lots of people yet the servers were good and able to take care of all the tables Perfect ambiance. Would come back anytime. read more

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JJ's Fish House Review -- Soup-seeker edition I came into JJ's Fish House absolutely dying for some soup -- the kind you wrap your hands around and instantly feel revived. What I got was... good, flavorful, and very robust, but it definitely leaned more "seafood stew" than "cioppino." It was thick, almost too thick, and missing the broth I was craving. And just to be honest, what arrived at my table looked nothing like the cioppino photo featured on their website. Don't get me wrong: the taste was solid, the seafood was fresh, and I still ate every bite. I just wanted that warm, soupy comfort I'd been dreaming of, especially on a cold day. What really threw me off, though, was the customer service. For the prices here, I expected a bit more warmth -- maybe even a smile that traveled all the way to the eyes. Instead, walking in felt like I'd interrupted a group of friends mid-hangout. They offered water and did the basics, but there was no genuine greeting, no eye contact, and no real engagement when taking my order. The kind of stuff that makes a meal feel welcoming was noticeably absent. Bottom line: The food tasted good, but the experience could be so much better with a little more hospitality... and a lot more broth. read more

JJ's Fish House - Cioppino - Seafood Near Me - Poulsbo, Washington

This is exactly how I imagined a local fish house should be--laid-back, welcoming, and right on the water. Tucked in the heart of downtown Poulsbo, WA--a charming little "Viking" town--this spot nails the coastal vibe with friendly service and plenty of patio seating overlooking the marina. The seafood here is clearly fresh and thoughtfully prepared. Nothing was over-seasoned or masked--just simple, clean flavors that let the ingredients shine. The fish and chips were a standout: thick, crispy pieces of halibut, perfectly golden and generously portioned. The mussels were another highlight--tender, not rubbery, and served in a rich, flavorful broth that was good enough to drink. And of course, local oysters--super fresh and briny. How can anyone say no? If you're in town and craving seafood with a view, this place is a must. Casual, cozy, and exactly what a good fish house should be. read more

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we didn't get the fish and chips. But everything we did get was awful. don't go hard pass.

The patio is pretty on a nice, sunny day, but that's it. We were greeted by the host, then taken to a table that had a dirty dish bin on it. They removed the bin, but didn't wipe down the table - so unsanitary. I was facing the host stand and saw they did not have a stellar health inspection rating. Someone brought over waters and the cup was filthy. At this point, it was just too much. Our party did not feel comfortable eating seafood here with so many red flags. Maybe it was an off day, who knows, but we could not take the chance. read more

Great happy hour and ample seating inside and out. Popped in for a quick bit, two fish tacos, a wedge salad and garlic fries, a Bodhizafa beer and a Diet Coke. Food was great as was the service. I would image it would be crowded in the summer but coming in mid week on the shoulder season was a breeze read more

JJ's Fish House - Fish tacos (baked not fried) - Seafood Near Me - Poulsbo, Washington

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Was doing touristy things in Poulsbo with my mom and my better half on a chilly, drippy, miserable day recently and wanted something simple, but tasty to fill the hole in my belly monster. JJ's fit the bill. This place is a gosh darned fish house! It's not fancy, it's nothing special to look at, but you'll feel right at home the second you're greeted when you walk through the door. And if you're dripping wet, it'll feel like a cozy blanket. I wasn't expecting much. I wasn't even expecting the food to be anything more than filler, so I asked our lovely server to recommend their best dishes. When a server tells you the unvarnished truth about what's good and not-so-good on the menu (Do you know how rare that is?!), you should listen. I had their fish tacos, fish and chips, and a shrimp somethingorother. Yes, I ate three meals. I enjoyed them all. I was very pleasantly surprised. We had an excellent experience-- this gosh darned fish house was well worth the visit. My belly monster was happy. read more

Absolutely Delicious! We had not been back since the new owners took over. Thank You for keeping the same recipes!! It was a hot day with a lot of people, but we still got bowls of their famous clam chowder with the scrumptious toasted garlic bread and pasta and seafood. Service was fast and friendly. We ordered too much food (of course, but how can you resist), but they gave us "to go" containers and we'll enjoy our leftovers for Sunday brunch. Nothing quite like stopping at Sluy's Bakery for goodies and then heading to JJ's Fish House for a meal. If you are driving by Poulsbo on the way to the Olympic Penisula, STOP, and do what we do: Bakery and Seafood in Poulsbo. You won't regret it! read more

First time to the area and needed some lunch, this place was packed on a Tuesday afternoon. Ample seating for small or larger groups. Pet friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed the citrus salad. The Alfredo pasta with shrimp (extra Alfredo sauce) was delicious; hefty portion enough for two people. The 2 piece fish and chips was giving!!!! The half shell oysters were very thick and creamy... not a favorite for me. Clam chowder had a very heavy hand of herbs so It almost didn't taste like clam chowder. Over all great service from Brandon! He was all over the place! read more

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My husband got food poisoning from eating there. We're positive that this was it, because we hadn't eaten anything else all day. His fish also tasted both overcooked and... off. Why on earth he didn't send it back, I will never know. But there we are. He got sick for the better part of two days. I had a salad with crab meat and it was very good. Fresh greens, with a small amount of crab but enough for me. It did cost $30, however! Service was languid, but the waitress was nice enough. Don't come if you are in a hurry. But, maybe, don't come at all. Food poisoning is no fun. read more

We loved JJ's! Went on a busy summer weekend with the craft fair going on. It was packed but we waited under 10 minutes for a table. Really nice outdoor patio area with shade and lots of dogs. Perfect! The beer selection is great. I like that there are some local Kitsap options. Enjoyed trying these beers. The fish and chips (halibut of course) was fantastic! Nice beer batter, perfectly cooked, and the pieces were HUGE. I got the three piece thinking they'd be small like most places, but we could have easily split this. We had the coconut shrimp as an appetizer and it was also fantastic. This dish is often overcooked, but not here. Tender shrimp with a nice coconut crust. Best I've had in a long while. Another customer we talked to raved about the salmon and chips, just to throw that in there. Great service, beer, and food. Will go back for sure! read more

JJ's Fish House - Halibut and chips. Excellent and huge! - Seafood Near Me - Poulsbo, Washington

We walked out without ordering from JJ's FISH HOUSE today after viewing their absolutely EXORBITANT prices on the menu. A bowl of clam chowder $21, cioppino $38, even a bowl of macaroni & cheese with salmon $36. The servers were polite, the atmosphere on the patio would have been enjoyable, but the "Seattle level" prices felt like a complete slap in our faces! Clearly, JJ's has chosen to cater to Poulsbo tourists, not to locals like us who used to--repeat--USED TO frequent their restaurant. It's a shame, because their food is very good, but their shocking prices make JJ's Fish House a disappointment, not an asset, to the community. read more

Decided to try JJ's out today while in Poulsbo. Restaurant is cute. The tables were clean and restaurant presentable. Is it fancy, no. Using the restroom before sitting g wasn't the best idea. It's gross. It set my mood for the rest of the lunch. I read some reviews earlier and saw there are new owners. I feel they missed something by not replacing, repairing, just flat out cleaning the bathroom. The food was decent. I ordered the wedge salad (they didn't use tomatoes), with a cup of JJ's chowder. My son got the 3 piece cod fish n chips. It was fresh and good. It was a lot. The fries were okay. I don't think I would recommend it unless someone specifically asked for fish n chips. Service was ok. We had better service from a different server than ours. read more

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Note-New Owners*** JJ's was a family favorite for us, but with the new ownership our visit was very disappointing... Gone is the warm sourdough bread brought table side as soon as you sit down, along with the great service. Since we were celebrating a special occasion, our group of four sat outside in the beautiful sunshine, and enjoying the waterfront view. The special was fresh lobster rolls. This is a treat as we have celebrated birthdays in New England with lobster rolls, so it felt like home. It was a disappointment as the rolls were not fresh lobster as advertised, and had way too much mayo. For the price (@$30 each), it was not the experience we were hoping for. read more

We love to stop in when we visit. Great view. Good service! The fish & chips & clam chowder are always on point. My husband got a bowl of some kid that he loved. Poulsbo must visit!! read more

JJ's Fish House - Pasta - Seafood Near Me - Poulsbo, Washington

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The waitress was quick to take our order and deliver it but then we never saw her again. No one offered to refill my coffee. We had to ask another person to bring the salad dressing we had ordered. We also had to ask other staff for to-go boxes and our check. Prices were a bit high for food that was sub par. The clam chowder and oysters were especially disappointing. This meal was supposed to be the highlight of our day trip. It wasn't. Do better. read more

The server was friendly and nice. We ordered fish and chips (2pc) and a dangenus crab burger. Fish and chips was served very hot, it was large and very filling. Cod was moist but the batter was a little oily but it's not the worst. The crab burger was just okay. read more

JJ's Fish House - Fish and chips (2pc) - Seafood Near Me - Poulsbo, Washington

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Seafood heaven at JJ's Fish House in Poulsbo The prawn linguine was creamy and packed with flavor, the cioppino was loaded with fresh shellfish, and the fish & chips were crispy perfection (bonus points for the sweet potato fries ). Portions are huge, service was super friendly, and everything tasted so fresh. Definitely coming back here again! read more

JJ's Fish House - Ciopinno, Prawn Linguine, fish & chips (and sweet potato fries) - Seafood Near Me - Poulsbo, Washington

I love the food & atmosphere! The staff is helpful, friendly, & efficient. The salmon & chips is especially delicious! Highly recommend JJ's! read more

Service and lunch were great. Love outside dining too. Beats Proper fish in my opinion.

Hubbs and I popped in after the busy on the waterfront...place was busy but we were seated promptly and proceeded to get menus and waters. While the whole house was busy it was busy with restaurant sounds, we could still chat and be heard. The place was clean and easy to see outside where we were sat. Our server Randy was super nice and friendly took our orders with a smile. The clams were fantastic, Hubbs ordered the mussels which he said were also fantastic - his came with fries which I say were fantastic!! Oh before I forget, Hubbs also had the clam chowder , which was hot and very good as well. Over all we will come back because the service and food were awesome!! read more

From the moment we walked in, the staff greeted us with genuine warmth and kept that friendly energy going the entire visit. They checked in several times--not in a rushed or intrusive way, but in that perfect "we actually care you're having a good time" kind of way. We took a little extra time with our order, and instead of making us feel pressured, the team was patient, helpful, and ready to answer every question with a smile. That kind of service is rare and worth celebrating. Now, the food. Wow. The fish and chips? Hands down the best I've had--crispy, golden batter with perfectly flaky fish inside. And the clam chowder? In my 10 years of living in Seattle, I haven't had chowder this good! read more

Greeted with a smile, we seated ourselves. The menu had a wide selection for most pallets. I selected the Halibut fish and chips. Wow! Paired with some malt vinegar, my taste buds exploded with delight by these perfectly battered halibut! Great food, fast service and a beautiful view of the harbor. Highly recommend stopping in! read more