Stopped to have a drink after an event. Malia was our bartender and she was the best! She has the…read morebest personality! They have a full bar. Great time she gave us great conversation! Place is clean free popcorn and pool table.

I've attended a quarterly event this year that takes over the Aloft lobby & each time Carissa has…read morebeen the bartender. She makes handling the crowd look effortless & makes fabulous cocktails including a themed one for each event.

Our server Daphne was awesome. Super friendly, funny, and knowledgeable…read more The place looks amazing. Well spaced out tables, comfortable chairs, music just quiet enough to talk. Everything we ordered was AMAZING. I was truly blown away. I am very glad I stumbled upon this place.

We came here for my sister's birthday. The parking lot gets packed and sometimes you may need to…read morepark in the plaza next to Midtown and walk over. When we arrived we checked in for our reservation and even though we got here early, they were able to seat us. Since we were early we were able to order one cocktail on happy hour. I will say, I understand they want to have craft distilleries or alcohol, I wish they would have some of the bigger brands of alcohol. Some of the smaller brands just don't taste the same. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable. I believe his name was John. He let us know that they just launched this menu. We were a little bummed bc we were looking forward to the strip steak with Bernaise sauce. We started with the fig pizza , meatballs, and bread. Word to the wise because they have an open kitchen, if you run hot be sure to dress appropriately. It gets pretty warm in there. The pizza was delicious. I loved the combo of blue cheese and sweet figs. The meatballs were flavorful and the sauce was really good. I liked the bread plate, just wish there were more dipping options. For dinner we all ordered the strip with the truffle fries and the peppercorn sauce. We really enjoyed the steak, but I liked the one with bernaise better. The steaks were all cooked to our liking. They knew it was my sister's birthday, so they brought out their ice cream with olive oil and sea salt. It's different but super delicious. We will back!

This is such a fun little hidden spot to get a delicious tiki drink. I love that the entrance is…read morehidden away, it really gives the oasis vibe. This is a reservation only place, so be sure to plan ahead. The drinks are delicious and unique. It's a great place for an adventurous drinker looking to try new things. But they also have classics that everyone can enjoy.

They have outstanding drinks, really fun and friendly service, and amazing decor. What an amazing…read morespot! The Pandang was one of the best drinks I've ever had. The pizza that you can order from next door is delicious, and it comes out pretty quickly. Even the wallpaper is amazing. I wish we had a place like this back home, but I will definitely be coming here whenever I come to town.

What a fun and unique experience this is!…read more The theme is a Tiki Hawaiian speakeasy and is very inviting with all the island decor. They even have hula dancers! I lived in Hawaii, so I didn't expect much, but I was actually impressed with the two dancers. Moreover, they were very accommodating when it came to letting a few of the girls dance with them on stage for their birthday (lol). This is basically a bar, so there is a bar menu with plenty of fun specialty drinks to go along with the theme. There is food available as well. It is a bar, so don't expect to get a full meal, but rather small shareable bites. We ordered a variety and shared. Everything was so good. The staff that waited on us was super friendly and fun...and put up with the crazy girls I was with...awesome! Be advised, the food and drinks are a little on the pricey side, but you are also paying for the atmosphere, etc. The Lounge is located inside the Wyndham Garden Hotel; therefore, there is plenty of parking attached to the hotel, and it is free. You do not have to stay at the hotel to go to the Lounge; it is open to the public. Restrooms are available as well. No discounts that I am aware of.

For starters this place was very cool and the atmosphere is exactly what you're being told to…read moreexpect. We went for a birthday party and had a reservation made for our entire party. Just some information to know it is primarily a bar, they only have about 6 appetizers to order from. The appetizers were good and came out very quickly. The first thing that caught my attention was the amount of times they put food down at our table we did not order after about the 3rd or 4th time of this happening it seemed to be something they do to up the bill in hopes you don't notice. The second thing that thoroughly surprised and bothered me was after ordering another round of drinks, the second the drink was put at our table the waitress came over to check us out. No one had asked for the bill so we were all confused as to why we were being told we needed to close out, especially since we had just ordered more drinks. The waitress tells our party they have another reservation coming and they need our table... We all scramble quickly to leave so there's no issue and once we were outside that's when we realized there was no time limit on our table nor did anyone ask to close out the tab. Thankfully the hula dancers and our own group made the experience great however this place is very clearly a money grab and should not be accepting more reservations than can be handled as it completely ruined the end of our experience.

Excellent food and vibe!…read more Thanks Marco for the great service Was a great time and it was my first time.

Marbell was an amazing waitress! Her customer service was excellent from start to finish. She was…read morevery friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. She had a great attitude and made our experience even better. Definitely one of the best waitresses we've had! Thank you, Marbell, for the great service!

Such a cool experience! A TRUE speakeasy--the entrance was definitely not what I expected! We were…read moreclearly looking a little lost when a bystander asked, "Are you looking for the speakeasy?" Thankfully, they pointed us toward the barbershop entrance. Definitely appreciated that! Once inside, I loved the entire speakeasy vibe. The bartender was so sweet and took the time to thoroughly explain the drinks. One even came with an awesome fire presentation! Great atmosphere, great drinks, and such a fun experience. I would absolutely return!

Stopped into Volstead Speakeasy on a Wednesday night as a walk-in and had no trouble grabbing a…read moreseat at the bar. The aesthetic is unique with a relaxed atmosphere. I'll let the photos from other reviews do the talking, but if you enjoy a good backstory, ask about the history of the space. My mission for the night was simple: end the evening with a great gin cocktail. I started with the Donna Bella from the menu. It was well made, but I thought the bitters were a little too forward for my taste. Next, I asked for an off-menu modification: a Water Lily for Teresa, but made with Roku Gin. It was a strong contender--aromatic, balanced, and beautifully floral. If you're a fan of a French 75, this is a fun cocktail to explore. It's less citrus-forward and leans into a floral profile with a character that's hard to compare to anything else. For the final round, I went with bartender's choice. Mick asked a few questions about my flavor preferences and absolutely nailed it. They crafted a cocktail with Roku gin, snap pea cordial, aloe liqueur, egg white, lemon simple, mint, and citrus that was easily the highlight of the night. Fresh, layered, and memorable, it's a drink that deserves a permanent spot on the menu....Mission accomplished. If you're willing to wander beyond the barbershop business front and you consider yourself a spirit explorer, Volstead is well worth the visit. Go for a round...or two. If you're local, this could easily become your staple spot. For what it is, strong craft cocktail bar option. Bartenders choice is the way to go.

We had dinner at Rustic Bistro 21 on the Southside of Jacksonville, just south of Arlington…read more They're at 3980 Southside Blvd, just south of Beach Blvd on the west side of the road. We've been here once before. We really liked it but it's been a while since then. We started with the Pao de Queijo, which is the cheesy bread you usually get at a Brazilian steakhouse. We both love this kind of bread and theirs was fantastic. I ordered the Pinanha Rustica and I am so happy that's what I settled on. I ordered the beef medium rare and it was cooked perfectly. The Chimichurri sauce was good but honestly, the beef didn't need the help. The thing that surprised me the most was how much I loved the Biro-Biro Rice as a side. It was a really unique combo of things I've never had together before. I would probably go back and order an entree of just that if they offer it! My wife ordered the Costela Ao Molha Madeira Com Risotto de Parmesao. She really liked how the risotto was super cheesy. She said it actually reminded her of the cheesy bread. The beef short rib was very tender and juicy. She said it was a simple dish that added up to something special. We rarely order dessert but decided to split the Petit Gateau de Doce de Leite. It was so rich, dense and delicious. The pecan ice cream with it was great as well. It was small but enough for us to split. I'm bummed I forgot to get our servers name because he was fantastic. We really need to not go so long between visits because this visit was just as good as the last one. This review originally appeared in the Jacksonville Fun, Eats & Drinks Facebook group.

This restaurant is a hidden gem! The food is fresh, authentic, and full of flavor, with good…read moreportions that leave you satisfied. What really sets this place apart is the personal touch--the chef comes out to greet guests, makes sure everyone is enjoying their meal, and takes the time to get to know his customers. His kindness and passion for the food create a welcoming atmosphere that is hard to find. The restaurant itself is small, cozy, and has great vibes, making it perfect for an intimate dining experience. If you're planning to come with a larger group, I would definitely recommend making a reservation. Families with young children will appreciate the thoughtful touches as well. They provide crayons and paper to keep little ones entertained while waiting for their meal. Great food, wonderful hospitality, and a warm atmosphere--I highly recommend this place!

Came here on a Thursday night after a work function and wanted to just relax and have some drinks…read more To our surprise there was an amazing pizza and wing menu that we went overboard on. 2 big orders of wings and 2 pizzas for 8 of us; know what...make that 4 each! (Yeah, 2 was plenty but damn it was soooo good! Drinks were plentiful and just the right amount of mix. Servers were on point and made sure we were alright. It was also trivia night! Write down the answers and bid your points. Put those phones away because cheaters get called out and disqualified! We had a lot of fun and it was a great spot with plenty of parking across the street.

Popped in for a couple of drinks while a friend was in town for his birthday. Our waitress was…read moregreat. Everyone's drinks turned out perfect. They were playing some great music too. Definitely recommend Flask & Cannon for some good drinks.

Im no stranger to V pizza. Been there plenty of times, multiple locations, they just make great…read morefood. I recently Visited during their 2026 pizza making competition (an annual event that i was not aware of prior to this visit). 4 pizza pros, 4 pizza rookies going head to head to see who can make the best pie. 2 rounds; 1st round was who can use the secret ingredient (chorizo) the best, 2nd round was a free for all to make the most creative pie they can imagine (Wagyu cheeseburger pizza and Chilli dog pozza to name a few). V sold wristbands that gave access to a buffet of everything made for the competition. I personally suggest the gold band (not sure if they change it every year, but it was gold this year) which came with a complimentary drink and all day happy hour from side car. As always, the food was fresh, hot and did not disappoint. Live dj, great staff and fun atmosphere made the entire visit a memorable event for the family. Combine that with awesome food, a wing eating competition, amazing drinks, and the fact that part of the proceeds went towards the v4v foundation made this an amazing experience, definitely one i will be looking forward to attending next year.

We don't come here often, but I'm always pleased when we do! The cocktails are consistently…read moredelicious, they have wine and beer and even THC seltzers and liquor now. Indoor table, bar or outdoor seating, the choice is yours. I had a phenomenal paper plane this last visit - perfectly balanced and shaken, truly 5 stars. Our party sat outside for a bit then moved indoors when the sun shifted. No issues with the service and we just popped to the bar when we needed something.

Came here with my boyfriend and his family for lunch. I had the lunch special and got a pepperoni…read morepizza and we shared a salad. You order at the counter when you come in and the girl at the register was kind and patient. As we waited for the food I did see a bug of some kind crawling on the wall and was pretty big so that was scary but it is Florida I guess. Just as long as it didn't get on me or the food lol. The food came out fairly quickly and the pizza and salad were a great pairing and very yummy! The restaurant had plenty of seating and we had a good time.

Recently did an after work happy hour here and it was my first time at this location and it might…read morebe my favorite one now! Love the Happy Gilmore theme. The name of the drinks was cracking me up. I usually stick with the mocktails at work events so I went with a Somebody Kill me Please and it was quite lovely! A few people had cantaritos and love them. I also taste tested someone's Stop Lookin At Me Swan because it's just enough out of the norm to have a cream cheese wash beverage I couldn't say no. That was probably my favorite drink. I couldn't keep track of all the food we got. I had several slices of who knows what kinds of Pizza but they were all very good and cooked to perfection. Same goes for the wings! And everything came out quite quickly! I know we were a little bit of a large and possibly raucous (politely of course) crowd and the bartenders handled it all fantastically. They were quick with the drinks and easy with the smiles. Thanks for such a great experience !