Location North Jacksonville off Old Kings and Dunn…read moreAvenue-near the airport Parking Large open lot Atmosphere Classy/ boutique farm Seating Okay-I didn't take a star off BUT-the seats are too high for the table skirt-I could not get my legs under the table and I am petite. Are people sitting side saddle? My daughter is small but put her legs down. Our friend pushed out away from the table. Otherwise, they have long tables-great for groups, high top tables for 2-inside/outside, rockets, cushy lawn chairs by fire pits. So relaxing. Service So friendly, attentive Menu What I love is the changing seasonal menu. If you had the broccoli corn bread-you will love the maycaw cornbread-C and P farm is the largest producer of maycaws in the world-fun fact! It is sweet, dense, corny taste-yum! Served with sweet fresh butter that is air light! We had the lamb sandwich served with a side. I wondered at first glance at the lamb-kind of a lam loaf-not like a gyro, served with mint and something else on the most AMAZING wheat bun!! The sauce-not typical tziziki but really delish. I chose the squash which was sautéed with dill-not my fav but the squash was cooked perfectly. We also had the shrimp and grits-a Jax fav that consistently pleases. Our friend had the chicken with heat sandwich-toasted bun, house pickles/many, slivers of onion, battered chicken breast, with a douse of hot sauce. If you like the heat-this is your sandwich-served with medium sliced fries. Very tasty. There is a separate dessert menu but we were full-satisfied. Re: drinks-house beers, ciders, iced tea-no lemonade, aske for 2 carafes of water as the glasses are on the small size. Note Walk the farm-see the animals, landscape-great walk after or before a meal. Think about wedding or special occasion spot. Summary This is our fav go to place to est esp when headed to the airport-very chill vibe, outstanding food, great service. Love this place!

Our first visit to Congaree and Penn for our one-year anniversary set a high bar, making our recent…read morereturn a subpar experience. While the food was delicious, I don't love that the menu has shifted to an à la carte style rather than true entrées. We ordered the chicken, pork chop (beef was sold out), potatoes, eggplant (didn't love) and the cookie. A table seated well after us received all of their food first, and we received no explanation for the long wait. Additionally, unlike our anniversary last year, when they brought out complimentary drinks and dessert to celebrate, this milestone went completely unacknowledged. While I might revisit, I would not choose Congaree and Penn for a celebration again.

The food was delicious. It has a young people vibe with the decor and music. Service was good.read more

This place has great reviews and fully booked ahead of time so our expectations were high when we…read moremade our reservation. They're only available on the weekends after 5PM and we had to wait a month to go. Yelpers were raving about their Ragu dish. Their menu is very limited and by looking at the pictures, that Ragu definitely caught my eye. I'm a meat eater and this plate has chunks of beef so I ordered it. Come to find out, they change the meat and pasta often so the meat they put in Ragu that night was ground beef (like bolognese) and the pasta was the large macaroni type. Very disappointed to say the least. Steak chunks in parpadelle pasta just like what they served prior would have been five stars! My wife's pasta dish was also changed to gnocchi which she didn't care for. We definitely went on a wrong night, but what can you do if your reservation is still a month away? The only thing I enjoyed was the tiramisu. Light and not too sweet. Service was slow although our server was friendly and accommodating. Mamasamas is only available for dinner and maybe because it's cooler at night. The place had fans running throughout and windows open. Not sure if it has air conditioning.

Amazing and delicious every time! I love the Jumbo shrimp tacos and bacon blue chips appetizer is…read moredelightful!

I realized I had bad attitude one day, and I needed to change it, and the best way to change it?…read moreHave a fabulous lunch. Ella Maybe the best lunch you can have in North Florida. Yes, I'm talking about eating at the food truck called On the Fly. Calling it a food truck is in this number, I'm not sure what you would call. It is fabulous. Now let's start off with the negatives, parking is not as easy as it is for most lunch places, but it's really not that bad if you know what you're doing. There are plenty of slots on the street before you get to the restaurant, and if you called ahead and are just picking up then you can park in the reserve lot, where On the Fly is located. Now these spaces are reserved for lawyers going to the courthouse, which is nearby. So you can't park there here all day, but if you're just stopping in for lunch or if you've called ahead or just picking up takeout, then you should be fine. If you're in someone's spot, the first place to look is the restaurant, so just know you may have to move fairly quickly. For me, I like to call in advance, place my order, and then Park in one of the spaces. Then I pick up my food and go and I'm only there for five minutes. Now that that's all out of the way, let's talk about some of the best food that you will have in Jaxonville. On the Fly sauce - I think this is made by a team of leprechauns they keep in the back of the food truck. Because it comes out so fresh, so delicious, and if they sold it by the gallon, I would be numero Uno in buying it. Blue chips - a great starter chips and blue cheese, perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned and delicious. Firecracker Sesame seared Tuna - another solid performer, it has some kick to it, although the tuna is always perfectly cooked. Sweet and spicy quesadilla - oh my God, this dishes as close to heaven as I think I will ever get to. The chicken is so tender and put into a tortilla with caramelized onions, banana peppers, and covered in On the Fly sauce. I don't know how but this works so well you cannot imagine. Service 5/5stars Food 10/5 stars Parking 3/5.

5 Stars - Unforgettable Soul Food Experience!…read more If you're looking for soul food that truly feeds both your stomach and your soul, look no further than Amira's Taste of Soul! I recently had the pleasure of booking Chef Amira for a private dining experience, and let me tell you--it was nothing short of amazing. From the moment she arrived, her professionalism and warm personality set the tone for an incredible meal. The attention to detail was evident in every dish, and you could taste the love and passion she pours into her cooking. We started with her signature salmon, shrimp, and mussel pasta in a wine lemon cream sauce, and it was absolute perfection. The seafood was fresh, the pasta was cooked just right, and the sauce was rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Every bite felt like a decadent treat. But the real showstopper? Her fried chicken and collard greens--crispy, perfectly seasoned, and paired with greens that had just the right balance of smokiness and spice. And let's not forget dessert--the peach cobbler was warm, buttery, and the perfect sweet ending to the meal. Beyond the incredible food, Chef Amira made the experience personal and memorable. She took the time to explain the inspiration behind each dish, making the meal feel even more special. If you're thinking about booking her as a private chef, DO IT. Whether it's a special occasion or just a reason to treat yourself, Amira's Taste of Soul is an experience you won't forget. I'm already looking forward to my next meal! I was going to leave a picture under here but we ate the food Before that could Happen. Would highly recommend--10/10!

I have been getting meals from Amira's Taste of Soul for almost a year and she never disappoints!…read moreAs someone that doesn't like to cook, Amira's meal prep is a great alternative to eating out or microwave meals. Everything tastes like the hearty meals my grandmother used to make. Her menu is extensive! There are multiple options for the various meats, soups and bowls. I also love that she has monthly specials. In addition to my regulars like the cabbage roll soup or porcupine meatballs, I find a new fave from the specials menu each month! If I'm feeling extra healthy, I can get extra veggies instead of a starch. If I'm feeling a little naughty, she has a wonderful line of desserts to choose from. AND as someone who loves a good deal - she also has a loyalty program!! If you're looking for cost efficient and tasty prepared meals, give Amira's a try. You won't be disappointed!

customer service here is great ! the owner is so sweet and…read moreemployees do everything with excellence. bagels are so awesome !

This wonderful Bagels Up shop snuck right under me for a couple of years now! You may ask how that…read morehappened. Well it's pasted right next to Smoothie King, but it's on the corner turn as you walk toward SK. Well, I always missed seeing Bagels Up because I park in front of SK's entrance and just never noticed Bagels Up until when one day I parked in the side of the lot that faced it! So finally my long wait to get here ended and I'll have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how attractive and well-kept this bagel (etc) shop is, along with the fact that it expands its offerings to coffee (including lattes and other variations) and sandwiches. This is a much larger bagel shop than Pop Up Bagels at Town Center. I was greeted by an excellent young server, Camden. He took interest in my questions, especially, on some of my comparisons to Pop Up. Aside from bagels, the two shops are very different. For one, Bagels Up has a nice seating area alongside the wall across the counter section. It's basic, but has nice tables and chairs. No elevated table seating. There are also three steel table and chairs outside the shop near the entrance. But I love the surf-centered decor - a Hawaiian look. In all, the sharp and clean appearance of this place alone will bring me back to Bagels Up! Another factor that separates Bagels Up from Pop Up is the fact that they serve bagel sandwiches (a good number on the menu) and coffee that includes lattes and iced versions. Pop Up is an about bagels - just bagels - and there's nothing wrong with that! Camden helped me with my choices, which finally landed on an Asiago bagel with cheese with chives and the French toast bagel with blueberry cheese spread. Yes, they were awesome! I like it even more that the cheese spreads are made in-house, not farmed in by a vendor. Both went very well on their assigned bagels! It was quite an enjoyable experience, as I spent time here getting to know this shop better and working on photos. I did carry out and decided to get the Warrior back into my carry out photos! Just the kind of snack he would've loved too! Come visit Bagels Up! They have enough options here that will make you very happy! One last difference between Bagels Up and Pop Up is the price. I would say that the cost of the bagels are much more affordable here at Bagels Up! I think they are affordable for most of those who visit here! Unlike Pop Up, you can order a single bagel here instead of a required three at the minimum when you order. Just come by and visit! I look forward to returning soon! Recommend: HIGH

I really wish they had a sampler bowl, they have some platters that are close, but I sort of made…read moremy own. Had the tapsilog wih added BBQ stick and Lumpia. They were pretty accommodating. All of it was good. Service was fast and friendly. This is probably a good one to split some orders with to get the variety, because doing it a la carte got expensive. At least I got enough for leftovers.

If you spot this food truck, run quickly to it and order everything on the menu because it's so…read moredelicious! You will meet the friendliest owners Jolly and Carl and their service is excellent! I love their personalized tables for you to use as you devour their dishes. Don't forget to order something for your sweet tooth- turon, halo halo, pandan and pineapple drink. There is a vast variety on the menu so give them a try- you won't be disappointed!

Great food! And great service! They were very helpful and I will definitely be going back asapread more

Omg! I'm so thankful I saw someone else's review. This truck is like 5 mins from my work in Mayport…read moreand the food is worth every Penny! I was too excited to eat to take pics. But I got the rib dinner with two sides. I chose sweet and tangy sauce over Carolina. I'll have to try that next time. Fresh cut fries with seasoning which I couldn't stop eating on my drive home and Mac and cheese! The ribs fell off the bone and they were soo good. You get a lot! The fries I can't say enough. I wish I had more last night. Max and cheese was great too! I actually had a ton of ribs I shared with my niece and her dad. Don't drive by this truck without stopping!

On the last Friday of the month, our subdivision hosts Food Truck Fridays. For this month, we had…read moreLolly's Food Trolley. Top left: Cantonese Roast Duck rice bowl from Lolly's Food Trolley. Delicious tender duck on a bed of garlic fried rice. Lolly's Food Trolley is great so if you see them around, give them a visit.

At urban food court today. Smells awesome. Ordered shishito peppers and dynamite roll with side of…read moreblazin sauce and extra wasabi. Customer service is super friendly. Wait is about 5 minutes on food, little longer for a deep fried roll, but no line to order at 11:30. Fyi you can get any of their sushi rolls deep fried for a small upcharge. Roll was super hot and fresh. The steamed shrimp inside was hot too. Should have had more crab, imo, had to deconstruct to find it. Peppers were delicious but pricey for the serving of a dozen or so but hey, am I going to make them myself,no. Buy again, yes. Shrimp sauce was good. Blazin sauce was peppery and tasty. For the price a very good value for sushi you can trust is fresh and delivered by food truck hot to the door of your work.