Hello dear
Welcome To Jay's Seafood Restaurant
At Jay's Seafood Restaurant, located in Albemarle, NC, we celebrate a rich heritage of southern seafood delights. Our story is rooted in a passion for quality and community. Known for our extensive buffet, we offer everything from the crispy Fillet of Flounder to flavorful Fried Jumbo Shrimp, ensuring something for everyone, including vegetarian options. Guests love our warm ambiance, attentive service, and family-friendly atmosphere, making it a perfect gathering spot. Despite facing challenges, our commitment to serving hearty, delicious meals remains unwavering. Join us for a feast that keeps you coming back for more—a true taste of southern hospitality.
Today's Suggestions
Explore the featured selections!
Side Salad
Tartar Sauce
Grilled Salmon
Broiled Baby Flounder
About
Jay's Seafood Restaurant
Welcome to the culinary haven that is Jay's Seafood Restaurant, nestled in the heart of Albemarle, North Carolina. A well-loved establishment at 40439 Stony Gap Rd, Jay's has become a go-to destination for seafood enthusiasts and families alike, offering a delightful blend of southern flavors and a relaxed dining atmosphere.
One of the standout features of Jay's is its renowned buffet, which has earned rave reviews from locals and visitors alike. Patrons like Zachary H. describe the experience as “amazing” with “endless attention to detail,” emphasizing the variety of dishes that cater to every palate. The buffet boasts an impressive selection, including popcorn shrimp, broiled flounder, fried chicken, and delectable sides like green beans and hush puppies, ensuring that there’s something appealing for everyone.
For those who prefer a more traditional dining experience, Jay's menu features light fare options such as the Broiled Fillet of Flounder and the Grilled Salmon, both priced reasonably at around $21. With many vegetarian options available, the restaurant truly ensures that every guest leaves satisfied.
- Convenience: Jay's Seafood offers takeout, delivery, and the ability to make reservations, making it an excellent choice for busy diners or intimate gatherings.
- Accessibility: With on-site parking, outdoor seating, and facilities that are family-friendly, it caters to diverse groups—from foodies craving fresh seafood to families looking for a casual meal.
- Atmosphere: Expect a casual vibe with moderate noise levels, perfect for a relaxed dining experience.
While the restaurant was recently faced with challenges due to a fire, the community's spirit and resilience shine through. Customers like Bud F. express their support for Jay's and appreciate the dedication of its owners and staff to maintain the quality and experience that they have come to love.
If you haven’t yet visited Jay's Seafood Restaurant, you're in for a treat. The combination of fresh seafood, friendly service, and a warm atmosphere makes it a must-visit in the Albemarle area. Your taste buds will thank you, and who knows? This could become your new favorite dining spot!
For inquiries, the restaurant can be reached at (704) 982-5814, and they gladly accept Android Pay, Apple Pay, and credit cards for convenient payments. Whether dining in or enjoying takeout at home, Jay’s promises a seafood experience worth savoring.
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Amazing southern seafood, the taste, the service, the ambiance. This is a place that I will go to time and time again! Best seafood around, buffet style!!!! It's making my mouth water, just thinking about it! I can't wait to go back. ”
“ Jays Seafood was always a good buffet. Awesome owners and staff. Endless attention to detail and prices are amazing. Only issue now they are closed Indefinitely due to a fire that sustained just after New Years a tremendous amount of damage to the kitchen and dining room. God Bless the owners and that no one was hurt. ”
“ The buffet is great. The variety of food, choices is great. I love this restaurant. My favorite place in Albemarle. Fish, chicken, sea food, fried chicken a really good Buffet. ”
“ This restaurant is worth trying. The Buffett has plenty of fried fish, meat , vegetables , desserts. and a good salad bar. The Buffett has many selections to choose from. Prices are reasonable for adults and families. You won't leave hungry. The waitresses do and excellent job. Be aware they only accept cash. ”
“ Family was out of town for the evening so that's when I go somewhere I don't get to go often. Jay's Seafood is a bit off the beaten path.This was my first visit since before Covid hit.Once arriving on a Saturday evening at around 5:15 the parking lot was full even with the overflow across the street.Jay's is known for their buffet.Which is why I made that trip.Jay's is old school.Hardwood floors with wooden chairs. I was seated quickly and my drink order taken and off to the real reason for my trip.On the buffet is popcorn shrimp along with flounder that's got a nicely cornmeal type breading that goes back for years in several restaurants in the area.Plus a broiled flounder.Oyster stew.Plus a really good fried chicken and chicken livers.Steak and gravy,green beans,pinto beans.country ham,Biscuits,yams,tarot wedges, fries,and some nice hush puppies. I know I have left a few out.Jays has a nice salad bar also. I found out you could ask for items not on the buffet so I asked for a few pieces of catfish.My waitress never let me glass go empty.She checked to make sure all was good with my meal quite often.My food was great as my last visit.The service was on the spot good.My tab was 15.00 even. I do see another trip soon. ”
“ This restaurant is second to none as far as a large buffet goes. I don't know what they can't cook perfectly. There seafood is fresh and cooked correctly. Wait staff is the best. ”
“ Me and my family love going here. Its very family and children friendly. All the food has the right amount of seasoning and everything ”
