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Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Proprietor and Burlington resident Jamie Myers (The Big Oyster!) built & opened this popular restaurant in 1985 and remodeled in 1998 to become Jake’s Grill & Oyster House. As you explore our web site you’ll soon feel the comfortable & nautical ambience our guests have come to enjoy over the last 20 years. The restaurant features market fresh oysters from our two biggest suppliers
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55 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 55 reviews
5 stars
(13)
4 stars
(33)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(29)
- neighborhood gem(27)
- fit for foodies(22)
- special occasion(14)
- great for lunch(12)
- hot spot(9)
Jake's Grill & Oyster House Reviews List
Review 1 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Jake's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As always, a great dining experience and we had a great waitress. Will come back again...."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Second Time as Good as the First!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I went to Jake's several weeks ago and returned this last time with the kids. A great meal! My son had the kids' steak - loved it! My daughter had the pasta with tomato sauce and she said it was really good. I had the 16oz rib eye - full of flavour and nicely cooked medium. My wife had tacos (as she did the last time) and they were wonderful. It was bisuer this time than the last, but the noise level wasnèt bad at all. Lots of stuff (e.g. model ships, etc.) for the kids to look at while waiting for their food to arrive. They have other tables close to the fireplace, etc. that are more ÈromanticÈ and suitable for a quiet dinner for two. Highly recommended; one of our favourite spots now."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent seafood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food however hostess was not accommodating but service was great. We had a reservation for 5pm. We were directed to an area but there was a large pole that seemed to be obstructing one table so we chose the otherseating area. We chose one of the two tables in that area. We ordered our drinks and were enjoying out evening. The hostess then approached us and said the table was reserved which we thought odd because we had a reservation too. We were asked to move to another table but they seemed to be all reserved and she suggested a table at the bar. We were finally offered a proper table but our anniversary dinner was not as enjoyable."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place to meet up with friends! Comfy atmosphere and terrific food! Attentive staff! Always a pleasurable experience!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great! 2nd time visiting here, and both times the food was awesome."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Just ok.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good seafood. Bad steak. Overpriced."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 7 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, good service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was a bit slow at first, but overall very good. Good selection of menu items and several with a spicier flare - the seafood linguine was fantastic."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Jake's Grill and Oyster House
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice variety of appetizers and main courses, the PEI mussels are outstanding, both white and red. Noise level is not a problem here. Ambiance is so much quieter than most of the roadhouse chains!!! Service is very attentive and pleasant...more professional than most. Be sure to book a reservation for most nights and weekends as it is well patronized. No outrageous automatically added gratuity for our party of 6 people."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 9 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food tasted great but the portions could be s bit larger."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed happy hour menu.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed happy hour menu. Later that night enjoyed a few drinks bar side."
Dined on 19/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We went for the fish fry.....the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went for the fish fry.....the perch was over breaded and over fried.....I was totally unimpressed....my friend thought theirs to be okay- but I have had far better food quality there before. Considering this was a special, I was surprised...."
Dined on 21/04/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Was surprised how busy it
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Was surprised how busy it was for 7 pm on a Tuesday night. Waitress did her best to accommodate our party of 5, but service was a bit on the slow side. Enjoyed my dinner special - and the price was great."
Dined on 16/04/2013
2013
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Review 13 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife and I went a few evenings
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I went a few evenings ago for a quiet dinner for two. Made reservation for 6:30 on a week night. Seated immediately. Outstanding food - my wife had the fish tacos and raved about them. My steak was superb. Service was excellent. Seated next to a fireplace, nice wine list, and very pleasant atmosphere. All in all, a wonderful experience and we will definitely return."
Dined on 15/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The service was very good,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was very good, the food was excellent. I took clients out for lunch, they took good care of us and it was a good experience."
Dined on 12/04/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Group of seven enjoyed themselves
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Group of seven enjoyed themselves and thought the food was really good."
Dined on 10/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A great find, with a nautical
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A great find, with a nautical theme. Food very good although a little tight on the crab legs forv$16
Overall recommended and an enjoyable evening"
Overall recommended and an enjoyable evening"
Dined on 07/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 17 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Feel like there would be a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Feel like there would be a lot of gluten free options to bring by family/friends with Celiac here."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2013
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Review 18 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderfull experience.We were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderfull experience.We were celebrating my wifes birthday and she loves oysters on the half shell.I found Jake's on a google search.What a nice find and we will again travel from Welland to this resturaunt..Fresh fish,very reasonable prices,abundant portions,and excellant staff !! Well done !!"
Dined on 02/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Amazing food. Great service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing food. Great service. Will be back!"
Dined on 29/03/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Jakes is consistently one
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Jakes is consistently one of the best places to dine in Burlington, whether it's for fine dining, a business lunch or a casual dinner. The food is always excellent and the staff are well trained and typically make every dining experience enjoyable. Thanks to the management and all the staff for all your great efforts!"
Dined on 21/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food as always. Had
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food as always. Had the lamb special with shrimp and wish they would serve the potato side all of the time, even in place of the regular sweet potato gratin."
Dined on 22/03/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 22 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food and good service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good food and good service. Definitely worth a visit."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 23 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Peggy provided our group an
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Peggy provided our group an excellent St. Patrick's Day Night with our friends!
Cheers!"
Cheers!"
Dined on 15/03/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food seemed to be a bit
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food seemed to be a bit overpriced and the portions weren't really that great. The seafood chowder was really really good, probably the best I've ever had, make sure to order the bowl though, not the cup, for five bucks the cup was a rip off. Eleven dollars for 5 crab rangoon type things was kind of pricey too. The calamari duo was pretty good. The steak was perfectly cooked but I didn't care for the sweet potato gratin, it was too spicy."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2011
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Review 25 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Food, great ambianc
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was excellent. $$ value is fantastic. Our server Mona was much, much better than average. Will be back, and back again."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 26 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time at Jake's and would
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time at Jake's and would go again.
It was very busy that evening and noisy.
Mona our waitress was fantastic.
Thanks."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Awesome Coconut Shrimp!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a crack in our glass but that could happen any where. Alaskan King Crab and Coconut Shrimp was really good. Our dinner guests had the fish and chips and they said it was really good."
Dined on 27/01/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 28 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love Jakes, although it was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love Jakes, although it was very busy at lunch time, our food was served very promptly and was delish, volume was very high so if you are going for a quiet chat don't do it in the lunch rush hour of 12 - 1:30"
Dined on 29/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Atmosphere may be a little
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Atmosphere may be a little "dated" however, we all know it is about the food and they did deliver on that!"
Dined on 27/01/2013
2005
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Review 30 for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a great lunch! The restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a great lunch! The restaurant was packed however they saved us a table right in front of the fireplace. Bacon Wrapped Scallops were amazing along with the Fish Tacos! I will definitely be back."
Dined on 18/01/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Jake's Grill & Oyster House
Based on the average of (25) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic