My Favorite Jacksonville Area Restaurants

  • Casa Marina

    The rooftop bar and restaurant offers a stunning view of the North Florida coastline. The hotel's culinary team creates a seasonal ‘carte du jour’ of popular dishes accompanied by a creative bar menu. The restaurant is also well-known for their brunch, which can be enjoyed in the courtyard.

  • Iguana on Park

    My favorite place to go for GREAT food. Iguana on Park offers a fusion of Latin American cuisine, featuring eclectic tacos, unique entrees, delicious spirits and creative cocktails. Sit around a cozy outdoor fire, play lawn games, and don't you dare skip the guac and queso.

  • Whitey's Fish Camp

    Traditional fish camp with outdoor seating and beautiful river views, featuring deep-fryer fare & live music. This is where the party is at.

  • Hawkers

    Bringing scratch Asian Street Food & Craft Cocktails to Jacksonville's vibrant Riverside-Avondale district. There is also another location at Neptune Beach. My favorite entree is their Pad Thai, but whatever you do, you must try their Roti Canai appetizer, it may be one of the best things I have ever had the pleasure of tasting.

  • Estrella Cocina

    A Baja coastal Mexican-style, specialty restaurant, bar & lounge located on the 7th floor of the VyStar building downtown. The food here is "okay," but if you want to grab a drink, the views are incredible and nothing that can be found at any other restaurant in the city. Reservations are recommended.

  • Southern Grounds

    Chef curated coffee, wine and food, and live music on weekends! Several different locations, including Avondale, San Marco, and Neptune Beach. This is my favorite place to work while enjoying a chai latte and yummy dessert. A great place for a fresh tasting lunch, everything on the menu is done to perfection.

  • Cap's on the Water

    The best spot for a sunset dinner. Lots of seating, all with great views. Incredible local seafood dishes, an oyster bar, and a tiki bar. More formal than your typical seafood joint, dress nicely and take photos.

  • Casa Reina

    Located on the bay front at the foot of the Bridge of Lions, Casa Reina is inspired by the flavors of Mexican, Latin American, and Florida Coastal cuisine. Perfect for an intimate dinner on the waterfront or meeting friends for cocktails on the rooftop.

  • Moon River Pizza

    Moon River is a little local restaurant located in Murray Hill. Their pizza, breadsticks, and salads are delicious, but nothing rivals their customer service and great vibes.

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