PJ's On The Bay – Seafood
Perched where the salt air meets the shore, PJ's On The Bay invites diners into a sun-drenched sanctuary where the rhythmic lap of the waves provides the serene soundtrack to a coastal feast. The kitchen honors the tides with vibrant plates that celebrate the ocean’s bounty, from chilled, briny oysters to buttery, pan-seared fillets finished with a bright zest of charred lemon. As the sun dips below the horizon, the glowing waterfront terrace becomes the ultimate stage for lingering over crisp wines and the simple, soulful elegance of expertly prepared seafood.
3041 Avenue V, NY 11229 +1-347-462-1747 http://pjsonthebay.com/Rating: 4.6/5 (157 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, sugar-free, pescatarian, plant-based, low-fat, mediterranean, heart-healthy, paleo, diabetic, whole30, low-sodium, low-cholesterol, gerd, atkins, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, south-beach, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, low-fodmap, tlc, detox, volumetrics, alkaline, carnivore, zone, aip, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida, sirtfood, pegan
What diners are saying
Diners enthusiastically praise the soulful, flavorful cuisine here, with standout mentions for the tender oxtail, crispy fried chicken, and perfectly seasoned fish. Guests frequently highlight the exceptional hospitality, noting that the owners treat customers like family, offering samples and even personal delivery when items weren't ready. While the mac and cheese received mixed feedback, the yams, rasta pasta, and beef ribs are celebrated favorites. The atmosphere is described as welcoming and warm, making the occasional wait for fresh food well worth it.
Menu
- Fish & Grits - $18: Creamy grits served with golden fried whiting. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp & Grits - $22: Creamy grits served with golden fried shrimp. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Oxtail or Shrimp Empanadas - $10: 2 pieces. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fish Sandwich - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Tenders and Fries - $14 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp and Fries - $21 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Wings - $14: Comes with fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fish & Chips - $14 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp & Chips - $17 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fish & Chips (Large) - $21 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- The Big Mama - $28: Fried whiting and fried shrimp served with our pj fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp & Chips (Large) - $24 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Mac & Cheese - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Sautéed Spinach - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Creamed Spinach - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free
- Steamed Veggies - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Pegan, Candida
- Rice & Peas - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Garlic Mash - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- White Rice - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap
- Collard Greens - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Corn - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Candied Yams - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Seafood Mac & Cheese - $20: Crabmeat & shrimp. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Escovitch Fish - $23: Comes with festival and steamed veggies. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Lamb Chops - $42: Lollipop lamb chops in our special honey glazed sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo
- Seafood Fries - $21: Our famous PJ's fries topped with shrimp & lump crabmeat. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Big Mama - $28: Fish + shrimp. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Beef Ribs - $25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Carnivore
- Rasta Pasta - $16 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Chicken - $15: Preparation fried, jerk, or BBQ. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo
- Salmon - $30: Pan seared salmon served with 2 sides. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Wings Dinner - $19: 6 wings tossed in any of our sauces served with 2 sides. Choose your flavor: mango habanero, sweet chili, BBQ, lemon pepper, mango coconut, garlic parmesan, strawberry BBQ, buffalo, honey garlic. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shrimp - $28: Preparation fried, jerk, or BBQ. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Whiting - $21: Option: add shrimp for additional charge. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Beef Ribs Dinner - $25: Comes with 2 sides. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pjs Seafood Mac - $38: Our seafood mac and cheese stuffed with jumbo crab meat shrimp and topped with a 60z lobster tails. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Anti-Inflammatory
- Escovitch Fish Dinner - $21: Served with 2 sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Alfredo - $21 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Shrimp Alfredo - $26: Jumbo shrimp served in a bed of penne tossed in our creamy alfredo sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo
- Seafood Mac & Cheese Dinner - $18: Crabmeat & shrimp. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Double Twin Lobster Dinner - $45: Preparation: grilled, sautéed, or fried. Served with any 2 sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Big Mama Dinner - $28: Fish + shrimp.served with our Pj's Fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Crab Stuffed Salmon - $38: Salmon stuffed with shrimp and jumbo crabmeat. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Banana Pudding - $10 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lemonade - $5: Available in either large or regular size, our lemonade promises refreshing tanginess for your beverage needs.
- PJ's Passion Fruit Mix - $5: A refreshing blend of tart and aromatic passion fruits, perfectly balanced to provide a delightful taste experience. Available in regular or large sizes.
- Canned Soda - $2: Canned soda options: diet cola, regular cola, or lemon-lime.
- PJ's Fruit Punch - $5: Homemade fresh squeezed fruits and lemons.
- Bottled Water - $1
- PJ's Iced Tea - $5: Enjoy a refreshing iced tea, available in large or regular sizes.
- Soft Drinks - $3
- Guacamole & Chips Platter - $125 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Wings Platter - $227: Comes served with blue cheese sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Spring Roll Platter - $100 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Swedish Meatball Platter - $130 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Empanadas Platter - $150 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fish Cake Platter - $100 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Charcuterie Board Platter - $175: Meat & cheese board. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Tex Mex Platter - $275: Guacamole, shrimp, lemon-lime, chicken, quesadillas. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Mini Crab Cake Platter - $275: Served with remoulade sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pigs In A Blanket - $130: Served with grain mustard
- Shrimp Ceviche Platter - $210: served with plantain chips
- Mediterranean Kebab Platter - $300: Comes with beef kebab, chicken kebab and shrimp kebab , cucumber salad, grilled plat bread and suzuki sauce
- Mini Salmon Cake Platter - $175: Served with remoulade sauce
- Hummus Platter - $100: Comes with feta chips
- Fruit Platter - $130
- Avocado Toast Plater - $180: Mexican crema, salsa varved ,and mixed greens and a grilled salsa
- Catering Lunch - $300: $20 per person for 15 people.
- Catering Lunch Beef - $375: $25 per person for 15 people.
- Catering Lunch Seafood - $399: 15 people sized
- Pasta Catering For 15 People Buffet Style - $315
- Bento Box Braised Short Ribs - $140: Braised Short Ribs (20) Gremolata · Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Bento Box Shrimp Scampi - $125: Linguini Pasta and Broccoli Rabe
- Bento Box Jerk Chicken - $105: Mango relish, rice and cheese and sweet plantain
- Bento Box Lemon and Rosemary Chicken - $100: Roasted asparagus and herbed orzo
- Bento Box Salmon - $140: roasted asparagus and a choice of mashed potato or rice
- Bento Box Mediterranean Chicken - $90: A choice between baby potatoes or couscous
- Bento Box Falafel - $80: basmati rice, roasted carrot, tzatziki sauce and lantos
- PJ's Lunch Box Turkey - $300: Turkey and Cheddar and on the side you get cookie, soda or mini bottle water
- Pj's Lunch Box 2 - $270: roast beef and caramelized onion it comes with pasta salad, small bottle of water and a cookie
- PJ's Brunch Box - $315: scrambled eggs and fruit platter, a choice between: mini muffins or mini croissant, waffle or French toast, home fries or hash brown, coffee or tea
- Continental Breakfast - $210: buffet style Bagels, Muffins or Croissant, Coffee or Tea And Fresh Fruit Platter
- Shrimp & Grits Catering - $140
- Crossaint, muffin, bagels - $60
- Salmon Lox - $85
- Rice & Peas Catering - $85
- Garlic Mashed Catering - $75
- Mac & Cheese Catering - $100
- Steamed Veggies Catering - $65
- Creamed Spinach Catering - $85
- Lo Mein Catering - $65
- Corn on the Cob Catering - $50
- Fried Chicken Catering - $70
- BBQ Chicken Catering - $65
- Jerk Chicken Catering - $75
- Curry Chicken Catering - $65
- Fried Shrimp Catering - $100
- Sauteed Shrimp Catering - $100
- Jerk Shrimp Catering - $100
- Curry Shrimp Catering - $100
- Oxtails Catering - $175
- Lamb Chops Catering - $250
- Salmon Catering - $140
- Escovitch Fish Catering - $140: Porgy & whiting.
- Seafood Mac & Cheese Catering - $175: Crab & shrimp.
- Lobster Tails Catering - $275
- Rasta Pasta Catering - $70
- Chicken Catering - $140
- Shrimp Catering - $125
- Mixed Green Salad - $120
- Stuffing - $80
- Fried Whiting Catering - $70
- Lambchops Catering - $175: Lambchops cooked to perfection drizzle with our house special sauce
- Red Snapper Fish Catering - $150
- Waffles Catering - $50
- French Toast Catering - $55
- Homefries Catering - $55
- Scrambled Eggs Catering - $75
- Turkey Bacon Catering - $65
- Beef Bacon Catering - $80
- Salmon Croquettes Catering - $75
- Banana Pudding Catering - $70
- Buttermilk Biscuits Catering - $50
- Cornbread Catering - $60
- Chicken Alfredo Catering - $85
Frequently Asked Questions about PJ's On The Bay
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include tender oxtail, crispy fried chicken, seasoned fish, yams, rasta pasta, and beef ribs based on customer reviews.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the flavorful oxtail, fried chicken, and fish, as well as the welcoming atmosphere and exceptional, family-like hospitality.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 4.6/5 rating, the waterfront terrace and sunset views make this seafood restaurant ideal for dates and special occasions.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Keto and low-carb options include Salmon Catering, while gluten-free choices feature Curry Shrimp Catering, Salmon Catering, and Garlic Mash.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include tender oxtail, crispy fried chicken, seasoned fish, yams, rasta pasta, beef ribs, and oxtail or shrimp empanadas.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- PJ's On The Bay offers a casual, welcoming atmosphere where owners treat guests like family, featuring moderate ($$) pricing.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors should expect exceptional hospitality and soulful dishes like oxtail, seasoned fish, and rasta pasta at this welcoming waterfront restaurant.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This moderately priced seafood restaurant earns a high 4.6/5 rating for its soulful dishes, exceptional hospitality, and vast array of dietary options.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- The primary concern noted in customer reviews is the mixed feedback received for the mac and cheese.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking soulful seafood, flavorful oxtail, and exceptional hospitality in a welcoming waterfront setting with a 4.6/5 rating.