We thought the seafood here was top notch, and the service was very attentive despite some of the reviews I have read to the contrary. One of the dishes we especially liked was the P.E.I. mussells. They were outstanding. My wife said her salmon was outstanding - obviously fresh and cooked to perfection. The halibut cheecks I had were also... more

Tried Jumpin Jay's on our first of a recent two night stay in the bustling town of Portsmouth New Hampshire. We arrived about 6 on a Thursday night and by 6:30 the place was filled> I would highly recommend reservations whenever you go. To start they serve delicous bread along with sweet roasted garlic cloves, olives and butter. And... more

My daughter lives in Portsmouth - of all the meals we have had in our trips to the city the best by far was Jumpin Jays - 5 star all around and the price was more than accomodating! Fresh bar, scallops, and crab cakes all par excellente! more

If you like the food presentation you get at McDonald's, then you'll like this place. Burnt fish comes with sauces in little cups - just like McD's! And you get to pay 10 times the price! The servers argue with you, just to make sure don't get the impression you're at a real restaurant. And the atmosphere is loud and... more

I live in Portsmouth and go to Jumpin Jays whenever I have the chance. My husband entertained a group of 12 colleagues here for a holiday dinner and it was a hit. Everyone loved the raw bar, the micro brew menu and commented on the superb service. And the service is equally superb when the two of us eat at... more

Great food and drinks more

We were spending a weekend away and, as we do whenever we're near the coast, we wanted to try a good seafood restaurant. Jumpin' Jays was it! The waitstaff was very knowledgeable about the menu and were attentive but not intrusive. The baby spinach salad was very fresh with a delicious dressing. My husband had the Yellowfin Tuna which was... more

My favorite place for fish in Portsmouth. more

I am a Portsmouth local, and I found I needed to write a review for this awesome restaurant as the latest review from MA was not a pleasant one. I've dined here several times at the bar and tables, I must say that this particular person may have had an awful experience but please do NOT let it deter you... more