A DESTINATION

Since 1976, Jay’s Seafood Restaurant has been a true legend and purveyor of the finest and largest selection of seafood. Located in the Historic Oregon District of downtown Dayton, Ohio, experience culinary excellence at it’s best.

Casual dining with five star food.

OUTSTANDING SEAFOOD, STEAKS & ATMOSPHERE

JD

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Jeffery Robinson, nicknamed JD,  began working at Jay’s Seafood in 1980. He was hired as a dishwasher and busser. A few years later he was moved into being a line cook. Over the years he moved up to kitchen manager then promoted to executive Chef.  When you dine at Jay’s and always get the same great quality food, the secret has always been in the staff and never compromising quality.

STEVIE

SOUS CHEF

Steve Brokamp was hired in the summer of 1984. He was hired as a dishwasher and busser.  A year later he  began cooking. Over the years, he helped out in various positions such as baking bread and desserts. Steve even help Jay with Jay’s in Cincinnati. Steve was promoted to a kitchen manager in 1998 and soon became sous chef. We are proud to have him preparing delicious dishes that keeps our customers coming back.

AMY HAVERSTICK

OWNER

Amy grew up in the restaurant business with her father Jay Haverstick. Amy worked for several restaurants where she opened two seafood restaurants with (Columbus-based) Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, before joining the Jay’s staff in 2002. She worked alongside her father before his passing in 2009, when she took ownership. Her passion and desire to succeed, will continue the legacy Jay’s Seafood Restaurant has been known for.

Jay’s Seafood Restaurant owner, Amy Haverstick pictured left, and her long-time bartender Bob, pictured right continue the Dayton, Ohio landmark and destination since it first opened in 1976. Jay’s is is famous for many exceptional dishes which include their award winning Clam Chowder and Crab Cakes, Poke Salad with sushi grade Ahi Tuna, Alaskan King Crab Legs, whole Lobster, and an array of fresh fish flown in every week. The historical building lends a unique touch to a romantic dinner or large celebration.