Came here on my way to the airport. I've been before but it's been years. They have an extensive…read moremenu and it was cheap. I got a veggie plate to go and it was only $12 for 4 sides. I got cornbread and a drink as well and waited for less than 10 minutes. Customer service was good ti myself and others from what I saw. The portions were huge and I had enough for two meals. Candied yams were good and so was the max snd cheese. I'll definitely be back when I'm in town. It's in a strip mall but definitely not the easiest to find.

Came here for lunch today. Kind off the beaten path. The restaurant is located in a strip mall with…read morelimited parking. If you have a truck the parking will be more difficult. The restaurant is your typical hole in the wall establishment which is where the locals go. A steady stream of regulars were walking in with to go orders. The chicken meal caught my eye. Specifically the 3 pc chicken wing meal with 2 sides, corn bread and a drink. My wife got the chicken finger meal. We both got the Mac-N-cheese and collard greens. The MAC was absolutely loaded with cheese. I hate to say this but it had too much cheese in it. My wife only ate a few bites. The collard greens made up for it, seasoned very well. The chicken wings and chicken fingers were seasoned and cooked perfectly. Unfortunately they only serve wings or fingers that I could see on the menu. I suppose to cut down on cooking times. If in the area we would entertain coming back again.

If I could give them 10 stars I would. 1st time out here and we will most definitely return. The…read morechicken was crispy, hot, moist, flavorful, just overall amazing! We tried collard greens, string beans, mashed potatoes and fries. All the sides were ridiculously delicious. Seasoned to perfection and so fresh. My only complaint would be the cornbread fell apart, that being said, it was still delicious as well. Perfectly sweetened and not dry at all. I cannot wait to taste the other items they habe here. Missed taking pictures because we devoured everything while burning our mouths

We've been going here since they 1st opened their doors and have never been disappointed with…read moreanything that we have ordered. I will say my personal favorites are the Fried Chicken, Fried Pork Chops, Meatloaf and the Roast. All so delicious! This is my Fried Pork Chops dinner with sting beans and rice & gravy that I ordered for lunch last week

In town for a conference and found this gem! Wow is all I can say. Service was great and food was…read moreabsolutely amazing. We had the pretzels and steak bowl and I must say it is some of the best food I have had. You must dine here!

I deserve an apology from everyone I've met in Jacksonville that failed to tell me to get to…read moreSpliff's Gastropub sooner. Great casual vibe here. Just an ideal place to hang with friends or watch a game. Huge selection of great beer. Anything you'd like, from IPAs to ciders to seasonal drinks. Our waitress/bartender was a superstar. Very informative, very attentive, just a pleasure to be around, and seemed very appreciative that we were there. She told us about the other places on the same block owned by the same people. We'll be trying those too based on our experience here. Incredible burgers here...amazing. The burgers rival or beat anything in the area, and there are some stellar burger places around. Spliffs may be my new favorite. Their combinations of flavors, the taste of the smash burgers and the genius of the aiolis that accompany them are just fantastic! The Mac and cheese, to die for. Cheesy, tasty, creamy, sticky. Delicious. Downtown Jax is a fantastic place to eat if you know where to go and Spliffs is THE place to go for burgers and drinks. Check them out, you can thank me later. Highly recommend!!!

Had such a beautiful time celebrating my dad's birthday here over lunch. The lunch specials were…read moreabsolutely delicious--comforting, flavorful, and made with so much care. You can really feel the soul in the food. The service was warm and attentive, and the atmosphere felt welcoming and genuine. It made the whole moment feel special and memorable. We'll definitely be back.

The food was delicious, took mom there for her first time and she asked to go back, which is a plus…read morebecause she doesn't like too many places!

In my eyes the southern grille can do no wrong. Be it breakfast, lunch, or happy hour. I've had…read morebreakfast sandwiches, burgers, fish, quesadillas, sides and desserts and nothing has let me down. Sometimes I even pop in just for a smoked sweet potato. The staff are some of the friendliest around. I love they know my name when I walk in - which is impressive bc they see hundreds of people a day. Also carrying desserts by a third party - love the local supporting local mindset.

This is a hidden gem! Parking was tricky, but if you don't mind a short walk, you'll be fine. We…read morewere greeted when entering, and ordered at the counter/ bar. The menu is full of great choices. The restaurant is clean, and you can choose a table or a booth with outdoor seating available. Lots of TVs if you're into sports. There is a large aquarium with cool fish swimming around. I got the 4 vegetable plate. Okra, and tomatoes, red beans, pita, and hummus and a baked sweet potato. My husband had red beans and rice with spicy sausage. The food was brought to our table, hot , fresh, and full of flavor. The cornbread was excellent. We'll definitely return, and try their breakfast menu.

I have been to spend the night in Jacksonville and decided to try the Bearded Pig. Best barbecue,…read moreribs, burnt ends and great baked beans and macaroni and cheese. Anytime I'm near Jacksonville. I automatically go there. It is always very busy, if you want to take our call ahead and almost impossible to park, but worth it. Indoor and outdoor seating.

Came in to The Bearded Pig in Jacksonville looking for some solid BBQ and it ended up being one of…read morethe better meals we had on the trip. Right away the place had a great vibe, busy but still comfortable, and you could tell they take their food seriously. Marcus took care of us and his service really stood out. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything came out right without us having to ask. It's always a plus when the service matches the quality of the food, and he definitely made the experience even better. The brisket sandwich was excellent, full of flavor with that perfect smoky taste and really tender meat. You can tell it's done right. The pulled pork sandwich was just as impressive, juicy and packed with flavor in every bite. Both sandwiches were filling and hit the spot. The mac and cheese was great as well, creamy and rich and paired perfectly with the BBQ. It's one of those sides you don't think much about at first but end up finishing completely. Overall this place delivers on both food and service. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in Jacksonville and want some legit BBQ.

True Food Kitchen is an extremely well thought out and delicious dining experience…read more The restaurant is beautiful outside and inside. It's elegant but simple inside. Great use of earth tone of green and brown along with wood floors and walls. There is every type of seating booths, tables both small and large. You can see into the kitchen and drink station and it's done in a way that just adds to the decor. We were seated immediately with our reservation and waited on with water soon after. There is no soda served here, just their own drink blends along with alcohol drinks. We had water and decided to try their drinks another time. Everything is fresh, locally sourced and delicious. I had the jambalaya pasta and it was really good. Slightly spicy, the shrimp and chicken cooked to perfection and the "holy trinity " hit just right. My wife ordered the farmer's scramble off of the brunch menu and it was amazing as well. The true star of our meal may have been the sweet potato chips. Just the perfect crunch, the exact right amount of salty and sweet...fantastic. The fries were solid, the sauce was unique, tangy and a great accompaniment. Our lemon blueberry muffin was just a bit dry. Average in a meal that was otherwise stellar. Because they use such fresh ingredients and cook it in ways that are a bit more healthy, I left feeling full but not overly stuffed or bad. If you haven't tried True Food Kitchen, I highly suggest you do. There's something for everyone and everything is done well.

First time visiting True Food Kitchen in Jacksonville. Definitely a healthy alternative. Good…read moreservice and a wide open dining space. Cheers

My husband and I went on a much needed date night tonight. I've always wanted to give BB's a try…read moreand finally convinced him! We ordered the Brussel sprouts as an appetizer, they were phenomenal! Then we both decided on steak for dinner. I got the filet, and ordered it medium rare and it was perfect. My husband ordered the ribeye and his was medium, his was also spot on. Then of course, we had to get dessert. I got the German chocolate cake (this apparently isn't their normal one) and my husband got the dulce cheesecake. The waitress we had was great, and she recommended lots of tips and favorites to try. The only negative thing that I would say is that it's a bit cramped, so it was very loud and hard to hear each other at points. This was an amazing dinner. We will be back

Had a fantastic double date tonight celebrating my girlfriend's birthday! We were greeted warmly…read moreand given a nice table in the dining room. Our waiter, Evan, was very proactive & offered suggestions with menu items. We started with some cocktails, the gentlemen with the cider beer & an old fashioned. I chose a glass of bubbly & the birthday girl had the fizz cocktail. It was incredible with a fresh blackberry puree. We started with the fried green tomatoes & the calamari, both were delicious! Calamari was prepared well and not too chewy. We shockingly each chose a salad: the bistro steak, the chop chop Asian, the goat cheese, and the salmon. Each one was incredible. Mine was the chop chop and I absolutely loved it! It was HUGE and you can bet I ate every single bite. Loved it!' We finished with the brownie topped with ice cream for the birthday girl, it was extremely tasty! Thanks again to Evan for making our night! He was a fantastic waiter! Would absolutely request him in the future.

I've visited The Local several times, but brunch here is a total standout. If you go, you HAVE to…read moretry The Blue Goat. It's essentially a decadent dessert disguised as breakfast! The whipped goat cheese paired with fresh basil is a home run--it adds an unexpected brightness that perfectly balances the rich bread pudding. The Neptune Beach location is my personal favorite. I love the walkable proximity to the beach, and the patio is the place to be when the weather is nice. Plus, they are dog-friendly, which is a huge win--I love being able to bring my pup along for a post-beach brunch!

Came here for the first time and had a mixed experience…read more The location itself is nice. It's tucked next to a bakery with a pleasant outdoor setup. We came in through the back since we wanted to sit outside. It was a little hot, but the outdoor area was still enjoyable with a big shade tree in the middle. Definitely a good vibe on the patio. We ordered our food and, for how slow it was inside, the wait felt longer than it should have been. The restaurant wasn't very busy at all, with more people sitting outside than inside. Unfortunately, most of the food came out lukewarm. My roast beef sandwich and potatoes were barely warm, like they'd been sitting for a while, and the bottom bread was completely soaked. Our daughter's grilled cheese came out with the cheese not even melted, so we sent that back along with my sandwich. The salmon and quinoa also arrived lukewarm. The fried fish was cooked too long in the fryer and wasn't great. The bright spot was the short rib tacos my wife ordered. She said those were really good and probably the best thing we had. I do want to give credit where it's due. Our server was incredibly kind, attentive, and professional. He genuinely saved the experience for us and handled everything with a great attitude. Bathrooms were also clean, which I always appreciate. Overall, the experience was average. Not a top pick for me, but I'd be open to giving it another try in the future to see if things improve. Just wanted to leave an honest review of our visit.

Ask for Sarah! Such a great waitress. I live so close to Brew n Barrel. We had a terrible start…read moreback in the day! Bygones are Bygones! The place is a well oiled machine and I really like it! My friend and I stopped in after an event. We ordered a couple of drinks and a supreme pizza. The pizza was delicious. Sarah was an awesome server and the atmosphere very Brant. Even after a Jaguar loss...

Despite being a sports bar on a college football night, we were able to be seated almost…read moreimmediately. The waitress was attentive, but not overly pushy. At no time did we feel like we were being rushed to give up the table. I ordered the French dip sandwich with fries and was very happy. The meat to bread ratio was generous to say the least. The bread was super soft and fresh. They didn't give a lot of au jus, but I am 99% sure that had I asked for more, they would have come through for me. The fries are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I like my fries with malt vinegar and was pleasantly surprised that they had it on hand for me.