JBs on the Beach first opened in October 2002 serving excellent seafood directly at the ocean’s edge. Original partners were Jack Boyle and John Boinis. Jack Boyle became the sole owner in 2003. Jack Boyle was a serial entrepreneur who owned many businesses such as Cellar Door Concerts, along with many bars and restaurants throughout South Florida and Washington D.C. The Boyle family owned and operated JBs until May of 2019 when the restaurant was sold to Ark Restaurants. Ark Restaurants operates distinctively designed dining establishments in New York City; Las Vegas; Washington, DC; Atlantic City; Alabama; and Florida.