This was my first time at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant! We decided to go here randomly and I…read moream so happy that we did. You walk in and it is the wine tasting room and gift shop. Our waiter, Kyle, was absolutely incredible! He explained how the wine menu shows which wine pairs well with each food option. He also spoke to us about joining the wine club, which does seem like a good deal, if you have a location by you! I started by ordering a glass of moscato, which was very good. We then received a pretzel bread roll. This pretzel roll was incredibly good! It was crispy and airy, which is different than other rolls in a good way! I then ordered the Gnocchi Alla Vodka. Vodka sauce is my favorite type of sauce and Cooper's Hawk's vodka sauce did not disappoint! The dish was delicious and it had plenty of Italian sausage in it. You can also add other protein if you would like. If I am traveling and see another Cooper's Hawk, I will be sure to stop!

Despite presentation clearly not being a focus of the kitchen, the food has exceptional flavor…read more The wasabi mashed potatoes are very good, but the way they present them sort of makes it look like a cat puked in the middle of the potatoes. However, instead of the potatoes, being fluffy and white, they are dense in yellow, which does not contrast well with the wasabi sauce. The medallions were prepared to a perfect medium rare with very good flavor, and the toppings do not take away from the flavor of the meat. Of the three toppings available for the medallions the blue cheese is unremarkable and has a tendency to overpower the good flavor of the medallion. The service was great, and I enjoyed the comfortable atmosphere. At $50.00 this meal is a little underwhelming. However, it is not bad. It is a good meal with good flavors overall and it is nice to have with a glass of wine on a late afternoon lunch..

This is a great option for a (spendy) girls' night out…read more I came here with a bunch of work colleagues for dinner. The setting is lovely, especially if you are here during the sunset. Service was attentive and gracious. I started with a rose spritz, the avocado carpaccio, and the half roast chicken. The spritz was a delight. Not too sweet, very refreshing. The carpaccio was amazing with the smoked salt, and the briny caviar. My friend ordered the chips and dip, and heaven on earth is combining the two appetizers (a chip topped with avocado and then a dollop of creme fraiche/caviar). The chicken was okay. I should have gone with something else, but I panic-ordered. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't remarkable. I should have gone with a fancy salad or the lobster roll. My second drink, a glass of rose, was okay but wasn't served ice cold, a disappointment. I shared a chocolate chip cookie at the end of the meal, and it was absolutely delicious. I'd happily return with that crew of ladies, and I'd happily recommend this place for a date night.

I will come back over and over because Jazlynn is THE BEST server in Jacksonville!! Beautiful…read moregorgeous decor with life-sized trees that make you do a double take because it looks so real. They have a new menu! There are wayyyy more options with four instead of two pages of offerings...from caviar carpaccio vs specialties to chilled seafood to petite baked potatoes, there's plenty of new items to try! So I went with the grilled avocado with caviar that I probably wouldn't order again... that's because the overly rich and buttery flavor of the avocado dominated the dish and muted the subtle oceanic notes of the caviar. The roasted chicken salad was pretty plain... literally just chicken and butter lettuce! It made me miss the Mulholland Drive salad. I'll still return for the ambience and excellent service... hopefully will find something better next time.

First, Season 52 went far out their way to make my friend's birthday celebration very memorable…read more There was a blackboard sign with happy birthday, a card with the staff's signature, and a candle on a plate with happy birthday written on it. Second, food was excellent! Third, the service was super! So, attentive! The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable.

Great service and food was very good. We were seated in a side area dining room which was out of…read morethe way and quieter than the main dining area which we enjoyed. The cedar plank salmon was a perfect portion along with the baby gold potatoes and haricot verts. The mustard based sauce complemented the cedar salmon nicely. I really like the mini desserts they have since there are many flavors to choose from and they are the perfect size and reasonably priced. Everyone at the table had a different flavor and really enjoyed them.

Came by Firebirds Wood Fired Grill around 5:30 to catch their happy hour, and it ended up being…read moreexactly the kind of relaxing Tuesday evening I needed. From the moment I sat at the bar, Mat and Gracie made the experience top-tier. They were attentive without being overbearing, kept everything flowing smoothly, and genuinely provided great customer service.....it's always a plus when bartenders help set the tone for the entire visit. The atmosphere was just right. Dim lighting, easy conversation, and an overall calm vibe made it feel cozy but still social. There was even a group of women there for what looked like a social gathering, which added a nice, lively touch without taking away from the relaxed ambiance. As for the food....excellent. Everything came out just right and paired perfectly with the laid-back mood of the evening. Between the inviting atmosphere, solid happy hour energy, and standout service from Mat and Gracie, this spot delivered. Definitely a great go-to for unwinding after a long day.

My best friend is back in town for the holiday and we have been doing happy hour here as the menu…read moreis not only a great variety of bites and great drinks. Also, the happy hour is everyday from 11am - 6pm, so you can not beat that. We started out with the beef sliders and fired up shrimp to accompany our double black diamond martini. The martini is a vodka based drink with pineapple vodka and garnish. It's sweet but not overly sweet, and so strong. You will definitely be tipsy after a few of these. Thankfully, the food came out in time as we continued to catch up as we ordered two rounds of the sliders and shrimp. The beef sliders come with Tillamook cheddar, pickles, sautéed onions, and yellow mustard. It's a standard slider, and has the perfect amount of greasiness to it. The fired up shrimp are essentially bang bang shrimp. The shrimp was perfectly crispy. and were coated with that sriracha glaze. Overall, a great happy hour deal in Jacksonville.

I loved the place people were so nice and bring my New York city friends here the aromas are so…read moreexcited to smell I wish I could have a party there for all my friends and neighbors.

My Experience at Aromas Cigar, Wine & Martini Bar -- StogieFest 2026…read moreI attended StogieFest 2026 at Aromas Cigar, Wine & Martini Bar in Jacksonville for the very first time, looking forward to enjoying a relaxing evening with great cigars, drinks, and conversation. Unfortunately, what was supposed to be a pleasant event turned into a truly frightening experience. While sitting at a table with three ladies, an unidentified man -- who I later learned is believed to be one of the owners or managers -- suddenly and aggressively flipped the open chair next to me, shoving the table hard enough to almost tip it over. Our drinks and handbags nearly went flying. Everyone at our table was visibly startled and shaken. Instinctively, I stood and asked, "Hey, why did you do that? Who is this guy?" Instead of responding, he became even more aggressive and began moving toward me as if he intended to attack. It took three security personnel to physically restrain him, and even they struggled to hold him back. Once he was finally removed from the area, two managers and a waitress approached our table, genuinely apologetic. They offered to pay for our drinks, urged us to stay, and assured me the situation would be handled. Several nearby patrons also expressed their concern and asked if we were okay -- everyone appeared disturbed by what they had just witnessed. I stepped outside to calm down before returning to my table, hoping to salvage what was left of the night. But before long, the same man returned, once again appearing angry and hostile, seemingly looking for me. Security had to step in a second time to remove him. Moments later, security personnel told me I needed to leave -- despite the fact that one of the managers (Torrence) had specifically asked me to stay and reassured me I had nothing to worry about. That manager was suddenly nowhere to be found, and security insisted I go. Another man named Max came over, spoke politely, and apologized, asking me to take his hand and leave for my safety. At that point, I was terrified and deeply shaken. To be absolutely clear: * I have never met or spoken to the aggressive man (whose name, I was told, is Abe) prior to this incident. * I overheard patrons mentioning that he had been drinking all day. * I am not a regular at Aromas -- this was my first visit, simply to attend StogieFest and enjoy the experience. Unfortunately, it turned into a traumatic encounter that left me feeling unsafe, humiliated, and confused. No guest should ever have to experience something like this -- especially at a professional, public event.

Wonderful! Our experience at Maggiano's was good, with super friendly service…read more To start, they bring bread that is salty and tastes like a pretzel bread. It was extremely soft and warm. The butter was placed on top of the bread, which helped it soak into the bread a bit before it was even brought to the table. We ordered the mozzarella appetizer, which came with a standard marinara sauce and, we think, a ranch inspired creamy sauce. It tasted like a lemon aioli sauce with hints of ranch. Note of advice: try this sauce conservatively because the flavor is strong! The mozzarella itself was amazing. Crunchy outside, warm cheese inside. The cheese was very soft and not overly chewy. The rigatoni alla vodka was in an amazing smooth, creamy vodka sauce finished with Parmesan on top. Since moving from New York, I don't think I've had vodka sauce this good anywhere else! The inside was lightly lit, similar to other nicer Italian restaurants. While it wasn't overly fancy, it was fancier than a casual Italian restaurant

3.5 Regardless of my…read morethoughts, this is my daughter's request on her bday. There have been some changes since last visit. Seated promptly, nice server. Some of the portion sizes went back- different plates/old ones. Sadly, the tail on shrimp in pasta stayed- pretty annoying to try to eat. Alfredo with shrimp (ewww shells on) Alfredo plain Alfredo with chicken Chicken francoise- good and thin, my sister liked. Served with asparagus. Spicy shrimp pasta (ewww shells on)- still less shrimp Small Maggianos salad with shrimp- lots of shrimp, but shells on. Salad no longer chopped smaller, but lots of shrimp- cool. Rigatoni D- always a fave and while still good, chicken was different. Not the larger tender chunks as before. Bread also updated- hot with butter. Super good, but love the oil as well.

This was my second visit to Palms Pantry and it was just as wonderful as my first time…read more We joined the staff and locals for the Death To Dementia walk on the last Sunday of the month, and were so welcomed. Great cause and great people. Afterwards, we sat inside for a glass of wine (pinot grigio was perfect after a warm and sunny walk over the intercostal bridge). Great space, amazing aesthetic, retail area with tons of variety and local love, and customers who welcome you with open arms. It's a bit of a drive for us but we would love to make more trips there, even if it's just supporting dementia and alzheimer's awareness.

I had no idea what to expect when I first came to this place. It almost feels like if your favorite…read moreneighbor with a separate garage turned it into a bar.... but cooler. It also has the neighborhood vibe. Mostly seems like a bunch of regulars who are also super welcoming to new friends. The service is always fantastic. They have a few mixed drink options and a pretty broad beer and wine selection, all very decently priced (even some non-alcoholic beer!). They don't have a food menu, but do have some good snacks available for purchase. We spent many of the recent Mondays here for name that tune, and they have so many more fun events that I will need to make time to attend. Don't skip this place! And PS... yes the parking lot is small but there is potential to park at the shopping center just across the road if needed!

Beautiful lounge! The place is very attractive at first glance from the outside and wows you when…read moreyou get inside. This checks off all the boxes! Ambiance, food, drinks, service, the vibes, and immaculate service. Whether you're with a massive group or in an intimate setting, this place has the proper seating for your party or date. As a first timer, I was impressed with the space. Nightlife can be tricky and some spaces just don't have the proper size for your desired night out. There's a bar for mingling but if you're there for dinner , there's that too. If you want more room and tend to have more volume in the conversations you carry, the outdoor space is ideal (especially since my friends and I like to laugh and goof off). That being said , we found ourselves seated in the patio and we loved it. Very comfortable, especially as the weather was cool that evening. Food was surprisingly delicious. Knowing that the restaurant appeal was competing with the nightlife vibe I was getting, I didn't expect there to be quality Mediterranean food. However, I was pleased with the calamari, salmon bites, hummus and brussel sprouts. My friend got steak and enjoyed his food as well. Drinks were great! One stood out the most which was the Smoke Show. Absolute perfection. Kinda snuck up on me though so be careful! Dress code. For men. Don't bring a hat. Don't even hold it in your hand. They're pretty strict about it. No flip flops. Put the Crocs away. No jerseys. My husband had jeans and Tshirt on but I saw others a bit more dressy casual. For the ladies. I felt like I all the females dressed to impress. From dressy casual to club attire , loose and flowy dresses, cute top and jeans with heels, cute romper, etc. I loved the diversity here. Will definitely be back! This seems like a great place to be for a fun night out. Make a reservation as I heard they get pretty busy!

A really beautiful space, inside and out, catering to private parties and wealthier clientele. If…read moreservice on drinks and food and been faster I'd have given two more stars, but the place was very calm and we still waited a while to drink and eat. Had to assume there was a private party secluded somewhere eating up literally everyone's time. Drinks average $15 each, very short menu of food, appetizers, and desserts, but what they cook, they cook Well! Delicious! However, we arrived around 6pm without reservations on a night when literally every table had a Reserved sign on it, and 90% of the tables were empty and remained so while we were there for an hour. 1-2 bartenders, and a virtually empty main restaurant, and our first drinks after being seated took over 10 minutes. Shocking and disappointing. The food took about 20 minutes to come out but was worth the wait, very good food. They offer hookahs also but at a premium price, much more than Casbah and other competitors. They have private dining and private rooms with chandeliers and I saw one with a billiard table. Catering to elitist clientele with money to spend and all the time in the world, I guess. I would have loved to enjoy a no rush hookah on their very loved outdoor patio, but I also hate waiting for drinks outside when they're already high priced. If you do come for a drink, I highly recommend the Love Potion! Our server was polite and professional, she promptly greeted us and checked on us occasionally.

We decided to check it out. Service was a little slow, had to wait a while to get a refill on…read morewater. Otherwise, the food was good, the flavor was there. The calamari was nice and soft not over cooked.

Convenient parking in the plaza parking lot. The police was busy and our waitress was a little…read moreswamped, but was polite and got to us within a few minutes. We love going there for the Pollo, Al Grill, and the bang bang shrimp appetizer. I decided to order the shrimp and white fetch ceviche with avocado, which was delicious. We also ordered a virgin piña colada, which tasted great! The restaurant gives a casual dining vibe. Sabor mix consistently delivers on flavor.

Sat at the bar vibes were really great! Ordered an extra dirty martini loved that they had blue…read morecheese, olives! Ordered a girl dinner final boss lol clam chowder, Caesar salad and truffle fries. It was great. The bread service was also so yummy.!

When in Jacksonville for a work trip, my coworker and I decided to check out this location. We have…read morea Capital Grill location in the Phoenix, Arizona area that has been on my radar to try but hadn't yet. My coworker remarked several times about how great this chain is and we decided to check it out. Our waiter was Alex, and he was absolutely exceptional! I appreciated all his recommendations and conversation throughout our dinner. We dined in the bar area, which was still very beautiful though a little noisier than what I'd imagine the dining room would be like. Though since near the bar, my dirty vodka martinis were very quick to make it to our table. As for food, the lobster bisque was full of lobster and very rich. Quite honestly, probably the best I've ever had. For my entree, I had the Gorgonzola-Crusted Dry Aged Bone-In NY Strip with Cabernet Reduction, and it was delightful. Absolutely stunning! Paired beautifully with the roasted mushrooms that we got a side to share for the table. To end on a sweet note, we had the crème brûlée and cheesecake. Both were decadent and delicious. A truly remarkable meal, and now I have to plan a date night with my boyfriend to a location in Arizona. Well done Alex and The Capital Grille!