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Blackened Florida Grouper & Jumbo Lump Crab - Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi, Tampa, FL

Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi

4.5
4.5
5067 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Within walking distance from the Amalie Arena, Tampa's Convention Center and Tampa's Downtown Riverwalk, Jackson’s unequivocal dining experience has been a staple for locals and visitors alike for over twenty years. Located in beautiful Harbor Island, right on the water you can enjoy premium handcrafted cocktails accompanied with chef inspired local cuisine all while enjoying a breathtaking view of Downtown Tampa. Big enough for your next business party yet intimate enough to share any of your special occasions, no matter the occasion Jackson's is the perfect venue to celebrate.

If your desired reservation time is not available, please call us at (813) 277-0112. Our staff will do their best to accommodate your requests.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (813) 277-0112
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Javier Carballo
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for your interest in Jackson’s Bistro Bar & Sushi for your event! Jackson’s Bistro is a waterfront restaurant with a great view of Tampa Bay and Downtown Tampa. We have space available for groups of any size, from ten people to over 500!
  • Private party contact
    Jonna Muschinski: (813) 549-8893
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Cross street
    Franklin/Channelside
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the garage below the restaurant and we can validate for the first two hours. Each additional hour is $5 per hour. (Parking garage is owned by a separate company.) On Friday and Saturday evenings there is valet parking available.
  • Entertainment
    Live Entertainment- Thursday & Friday from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Jack Daniels Master Distiller Tasting Dinner

    $99.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 4, 2025 only
    7:00 PM
    Join us for an exclusive 5 course tasting dinner celebrating the craftsmanship and legacy of Jack Daniel's. Guided by their Master Distiller, this event will take you on a journey through the iconic Tennessee distillery's history and process. Menu for the curated pairings to include: Steak Tartare w/ a Tennessee Shandy, Memphis Dry Rubbed Charred Octopus w/ JD 10yr, Pistachio Crusted Lamb w/ JD 12 yr, Wagyu Filet w/Jackson's Barrel Select special- Gasparilla Invasion Rye and Bananas Foster Bread Pudding w/ JD Sinatra. This is a rare opportunity to savor the complexity and depth of Jack Daniel's finest expressions in an intimate and engaging setting. Perfect for whiskey connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike. *Community table seating.
    Jack Daniels Master Distiller Tasting Dinner Photo
  • Live Bluefin Tuna Cutting Dinner

    $175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 1, 2025 only
    7:00 PM
    Jackson's is flying in a 350lb. Bluefin Tuna overnight from Spain, where a Sushi Master transforms it into a 5 course dinner in front of your eyes! Watch as our Chef expertly carves Otoro, Chūtoro, and Akami, presenting delights like Akami Pizza, Otoro sashimi salad, and an enticing American Wagyu and Chūtoro Surf & Turf Carpaccio. For dessert, our Pastry Chef has developed a Matcha Swiss Roll Cake to pair with Japanese Whiskey that will blow you away! Enhance your experience with four curated libations and Sake, complimentary with your ticket. Revisit and savor your preferred Sake choices as the courses unfold. Also included is a special take home gift! *Seating will be community tables.
    Live Bluefin Tuna Cutting Dinner Photo

What 5,067 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi offers "great views" and a "beautiful location" on the waterfront, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a meal while taking in the sunset. Guests consistently praise the "excellent service" and "delicious food," particularly the sushi and seafood options. The restaurant is ideal for special occasions and everyday dining alike.

5,067 Reviews
  1. Matthew

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my mom’s 69th birthday. It was a lovely night with a perfect table outside on the patio. Our food was amazing, the service was great, and the server presented my mom with a special dessert for her birthday. The entire experience provided us with a lasting memory of an exceptional meal.

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  2. Michelle

    Tampa

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Ribeye wasn’t seasoned well, thin, and overpriced. It looked more like a skirt steak. Seafood pasta was bland.
    Jackson's Bistro Bar & SushiResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Michelle. We're sorry to hear that your meal didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our flavorful and well-seasoned dishes, and it's disappointing to hear that the Ribeye and seafood pasta didn't hit the mark. The seafood pasta in particular is the best selling dish along with our grouper. I will message you shortly.

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  3. Vanessa

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My experience at Jackson’s was nothing short of amazing. I started off by running a little late, afraid that my reservation would be canceled. When I called the restaurant to advise of my late arrival. The manager informed me that he would mark me down as coming in late and told me to take my time. I appreciated the fact that there was no rush and that I could still enjoy my evening without worrying about my reservation being canceled. It was already a stressful day and evening and arriving late and missing my reservation would’ve ruined my night. I appreciate the staff being so nice and understanding. 10 out of 10 would definitely recommend. The food was amazing. That atmosphere was wonderful and calm and the service was exceptional.
    Jackson's Bistro Bar & SushiResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Vanessa! We're thrilled to hear that your experience at Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi was nothing short of amazing. It is our mission to make your forget about all that is stressful in life when you set foot on our property. Your recommendation means a lot to us! Looking forward to seeing you again soon.

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  4. Andrew

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place, dawn is an incredible server, food was delicious
    Jackson's Bistro Bar & SushiResponded today
    Thank you for the 5 Stars! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  5. Chris

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall good and fresh food. Sushi is very good, steak is okay and grouper is descent, just not anything fantastic. Good place to go for a date, just not the best food ever. View is amazing!
    Jackson's Bistro Bar & SushiResponded today
    Thank you for the 4 Stars! We look forward to your next visit where we can earn that 5th! People normally give us credit for some of the best local Grouper they can find. I know that we will exceed your expectations when you return.

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  6. Barbara

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a reservation for dinner before a concert at Amalie. We arrived early for our reservation but weren’t seated for 30 minutes. We didn’t have a server for another 15 minutes, then we finally got water and ordered wine. We ordered dinner at the same time to conserve time. We waited and waited. Our dinner arrived, but still no wine. We needed our check so we decided to cancel the wine. Then, the wine arrived. You comped the wine off our bill but we didn’t have time to drink it. We’ve never had such a bad experience there. I hope you get some staff and sort things out.
    Jackson's Bistro Bar & SushiResponded today
    We apologize Barbara for what took place. This should never happen, and took a special night away from you. No excuse for this. I will be messaging you shortly.

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  7. Jeffrey

    Orlando

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We arrived on time for our reservation and still had to stand and wait for more than 20 minutes before being seated. There were LOTS of empty tables so we weren’t sure what the issue was…short of staff? Our server was inattentive at best and was slow to bring drinks and even after offering refills forgot to bring them. He never introduced himself by name and was seemingly disinterested in even being there. The noise level was very high and it made it difficult to carry on a conversation at our table for two. The site and location have great potential, but the lack of management left us wanting more and doubting we would return.
    Jackson's Bistro Bar & SushiResponded today
    This is unacceptable to us Jeffrey and we apologize for what took place. I will be messaging you shortly.

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  8. Adam

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter Javier provided an awesome experience. The food was perfect! Thanks and we will be back!
    Jackson's Bistro Bar & SushiResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Adam, We're thrilled to hear that you had an awesome experience at Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi! It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. Your kind words about Javier means a lot to us and we're looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Thanks for the fantastic review and the perfect ratings!

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  9. Anne

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fab sushi, tuna and sea bass. Outdoor seating by the water is lovely, indoors is a bit basic with long functional tables. Recommend booking early to secure outdoor dining
    Jackson's Bistro Bar & SushiResponded 6 days ago
    Hey Anne, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our sushi and the tuna and sea bass! We're sorry to hear that our indoor seating didn't meet your expectations, and will be doing a renovation next year to match what we've done on the patio. We always aim to provide a memorable experience for our guests, and your feedback helps us do just that. We hope to serve you again soon at Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi. Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi, The Management Team

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  10. Nikki

    VIP

    Orlando

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I typically have a great experience at Jackson’s. It is one of my favorite restaurants in Tampa. However my recent experience was not as pleasant. Although our server was great and very accommodating, our food had many issues once it arrived at our table. Some items were burnt and one person in our party could not finish his food due to an ingredient he asked to have removed. On top of this we still paid full price for our meal. Hoping the next experience is better
    Jackson's Bistro Bar & SushiResponded 6 days ago
    Hello Nikki, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi. We appreciate your feedback about the food and the issue with one of your party's dishes. Please know that we're taking your comments into serious consideration as we continuously work to improve our service. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better dining experience. I will also send you a message privately soon.

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FAQs

Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 277-0112.

Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi is rated 4.5 stars by 5067 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 118 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Jackson's Bistro Bar & Sushi

601 S Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Franklin/Channelside
  • Neighborhood
    Tampa
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the garage below the restaurant and we can validate for the first two hours. Each additional hour is $5 per hour. (Parking garage is owned by a separate company.) On Friday and Saturday evenings there is valet parking available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Javier Carballo
  • Entertainment
    Live Entertainment- Thursday & Friday from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (813) 277-0112
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for your interest in Jackson’s Bistro Bar & Sushi for your event! Jackson’s Bistro is a waterfront restaurant with a great view of Tampa Bay and Downtown Tampa. We have space available for groups of any size, from ten people to over 500!
  • Private party contact
    Jonna Muschinski: (813) 549-8893
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