Oyster Box

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

By the Edge of the Bay

Oyster Box sits right on the sand of St Brelade’s Bay, Jersey’s most popular beach. The restaurant promises “chic-casual dining in a stylish, elegant environment at the edge of the sea” – and from every table, you get panoramic views of the bay. The interior is airy and contemporary, cool on a hot summer day and cosy on a crisp winter night. There are also outside bar areas for pre-dinner drinks and cocktails.

A Family-Run Shoreline

The restaurant is part of JPRestaurants, a family-run business that began in 1946 as a small studio pottery in Gorey. By the 1960s, they had opened a coffee bar for pottery visitors, and that grew into the group that now includes Oyster Box, Banjo, and the Jersey Crab Shack – run by the third generation. The Oyster Box itself is described as “a beachside-chic Jersey restaurant” and a highlight of eating out in the Channel Islands.

Seafood, Local Produce, and a Michelin Nod

The menu centres on seafood, with Jersey Rock Oysters served in several ways – natural with shallot vinegar, poached with champagne butter, grilled Kenney-Herbert, or with chilli and ginger. There are also hand-dived Jersey scallops, crab tagliolini, and a daily fish of the day, sustainably sourced and local where possible. The kitchen also offers meat dishes, vegetarian and vegan options, and a seasonal Market Menu for great value. The restaurant’s quality has been recognised with a Michelin Recommended award for 2026.

What to Eat

Start with the oysters – the mixed oyster plate gives you four different preparations. For mains, the roast cod and king prawn curry with lime, ginger, and coconut is a standout, or try the grilled local vegetables with smoky aubergine relish. Puddings include a Catalan crème brûlée infused with orange and Cointreau, and a tonka bean ice cream with Jersey butter tuile.