Can we talk about how fresh their wings ARE!!! No blood on the bone, just hot, crispy, juicy fried…read morechicken wings. I think I found my new chicken wing spot! We went after watching a movie at the Atlantic theater. Went about 7:00 on a Saturday evening. The place was packed and just full of good vibes. Family friendly too. Oh, and the draft beer . Smooth poor in an ice cold mug, every time. Definitely will be back and you should try it too.

Great food, great service, medium cost, high quality tables and seats…read more If you want to snack and have smile drinks while watching sports. This is a great spot to go to.

While enjoying a weekend getaway in Jacksonville, we happened upon Uptown Kitchen & Bar--and it…read moreturned out to be a great find! We ordered the shrimp and gouda grits, fried green tomatoes, crab cakes, and a couple of brunch cocktails. The shrimp and grits were beautifully presented, creamy, flavorful, and covered in a rich sauce that brought everything together. The fried appetizers were golden, crispy, and paired perfectly with the dipping sauces. Our cocktails were just as enjoyable--colorful, refreshing, and the perfect addition to brunch. Uptown Kitchen & Bar was a delicious surprise during our getaway. If you're in Jacksonville and looking for a good brunch spot with flavorful food and fun drinks, it's definitely worth stopping by!

We came here on Sunday July 26th and there was a 25 minute wait which wasn't bad because it was jam…read morepacked inside. We thought for sure they would make us sit outside in that heat but we got a decent table inside towards middle. We arrived there about 11:40am and table was ready at noon we sat at the table after host seated us for 40 mins before even being offered water or anything. Our waiter (Nicole). Came to table when we first arrived just to tell us she would be with us shortly just for us to wait almost an hour. ATP we are starved and super thirsty. 12:38 she came to table to say "I'll be wit y'all in a few" and looked back to see the table behind us was her table too but came after us. So she finally took our order after realizing we were still waiting patiently. The food came out within 15-18 mins and was fresh. We had no complaints on the food at all other than my grits was a little lumpy. But still a great flavor. Everytime our waiter came back she seemed to be irritated or frustrated, but you shouldn't take that out on the customers specifically ones who have been nothing but kind. After we finished eating she brung a payment book with one receipt and said "is it ok that it's all on one receipt?" But it was more like she was telling us and didn't ask before hand and didn't even let us answer. She sat the receipt down and just walked out as we were answering. We planned to have 3 different checks because we were going separate ways. I called the manager over and he fixed it immediately and apologized for that. Some people just don't need to work in customer service. I get people have bad days but that was a bad experience for our first time there. Everyone else was super sweet except her. Atleast our food was good. Her customer service is definitely a 4/10. Even the table behind us was upset and requested a refund on the food. I would definitely go back just wouldn't want her as a server!

The waterfront setting was definitely the best part of this visit. We sat outside with a nice view…read moreof the water and boats, and we were seated pretty quickly. Unfortunately, the food was a big disappointment. We ordered beer battered fish and French fries, and calamari. Everything was extremely under-seasoned and seemed to be missing any real flavor. The calamari had basically no seasoning, and the only flavor I really got was from the lemon I squeezed over it. The dipping sauce was especially disappointing--it tasted like canned tomato sauce rather than a proper calamari sauce. The tartar sauce was also very bland. I also paid extra for ranch, which I don't mind doing, but the brand they used wasn't very good quality either. The atmosphere and waterfront location are nice, but unfortunately the food didn't live up to the setting. Based on the food alone, I wouldn't be in a rush to come back.

Today felt like the beginning of a whole new kind of adventure for us…read more Susan and I recently bought Sea-Doos with one goal in mind, exploring the coastline and Intracoastal while discovering great waterfront bars and restaurants along the way. This was our first real outing, and with friends joining us, we launched from Palm Valley Outdoors, one of our favorite places, and headed north toward Jacksonville. Our destination was Mavi Waterfront Bar & Grill, a place we had found once before completely by accident while searching for a boat rental location. That first visit left a strong impression on us, so arriving this time by water made the experience even more memorable. Pulling up by Sea-Doo was an adventure in itself. We got our first real chance to test out the bumpers, managed to get docked, grabbed our dry clothes from the watertight compartment, and headed inside feeling like we had already earned our first drink of the day. We chose a table out on the deck near the live band, which turned out to be the perfect spot. The music was phenomenal, the view of the boats added to the atmosphere, and the bit of shade over our table was a welcome bonus on a warm Florida day. It had exactly the kind of laid back waterfront energy we were hoping for. The drinks set the tone right away. Their rum drink is one we would absolutely recommend to anyone who enjoys a beachy cocktail with a tropical feel. Susan and her friend ordered the cucumber vodka drink, which was bright, refreshing, and better than expected. Even for someone who is not usually a cucumber fan, it was surprisingly enjoyable. For lunch, Susan ordered the seared ahi tuna, and it was outstanding. Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, it was one of those dishes that immediately stands out. I went with the Philly cheesesteak sub, and while the portion was a little smaller than I typically prefer, the flavor made up for it. It was genuinely excellent, and the French fries were every bit as good as we hoped. We also started with the conch fritters, and this is where Mavi really shines. Conch fritters can be hit or miss, especially when you live close enough to the Bahamas to know what good ones should taste like. Mavi does them right. We had them on our previous visit and made sure to order them again this time, and they absolutely delivered. Our friends also had the Bam Bam shrimp, which looked fantastic and earned rave reviews from the table. What makes Mavi especially appealing is that it feels a little hidden, like one of those places you almost have to know about to find. That only adds to its charm. The drinks are strong, the food is satisfying, the atmosphere is lively, and the waterfront setting makes the entire experience feel like an occasion. For us, this visit was about more than lunch. It was the first stop in what we hope becomes a long series of waterfront adventures by Sea-Doo. Mavi Waterfront Bar & Grill gave us exactly the kind of experience we were looking for, relaxed, fun, flavorful, and just a little more special because we arrived by water. Culinary Duo Verdict: Mavi is well worth seeking out. Go for the conch fritters, stay for the view, and arrive by boat or Sea-Doo if you can, because it makes a great waterfront spot feel even better.

This is the place to go to get your crab/seafood fix!!! It's casual dining, the decor is pretty…read moreplain but you don't come here to admire the wall art, you come for their delicious seafood packaged in a hot steaming plastic bag!!! You can choose your choice of seafood like snow/Dungeness/blue/king crab, shrimp with or without heads (they up charge for headless), crawfish, lobster, etc. different sauce flavors, and spice levels. It usually comes with steamed large red potatoes and corn on the cob, but we luckily had sausage and hard boiled eggs in our bag as well! It was heaven. Our server was pretty decent. We never had to wait too long whenever we needed anything.

Came here around 5pm during happy hour (4-7). It wasn't packed yet so I got seated immediately…read more They have a touch tunes jukebox where you can play music, which made it a nice vibe. I ordered the mango juicy margarita, it was good, but not the best margarita I've had. I ordered a dozen steamed oysters with the juicy special and medium spice. They were so good! I got the create your own combo with shrimp and crawfish and I added sausage no corn all potatoes. Everything was so good! I will definitely be back.

First time trying this place. They have a decent menu. Fun vibe inside with the brick work and…read moredecor. I am always a fan of eggs Benedict. And I'm a big fan of goat cheese. So both together?! Yes please. The goat cheese on the Benedict was so creamy. And the home fries were crispy and delicious. Loved the peppers and onions with them too. I also got the side of grits which was huge but very very good. My husband got the chicken sandwich from their regular menu. Chicken was tender and flavorful. Overall very good meal and experience.

Enjoyed a great week night dinner here with 3 of us & our small doodle on the sidewalk. Loved the…read morespot, the scene along this stretch of St John's in a beautiful neighborhood. The staff was attentive & nice. Immediately brought us a bowl of cold water for the dog. Ordered an old fashioned & loved it! It was traditional & a perfect cocktail. I ordered an end piece of prime rib with horseradish cream sauce on the side, a loaded bake potato & a side of broccoli. One in our party had a honey chicken rice bowl - one of their special items is their rice bowls & have a variety. This was a fresh bowl filled with ginger honey chicken, fresh mango, edamame, seaweed salad over a generous portion of jasmine rice. MAN IT LOOKED GOOD! Healthful, fresh & a hearty portion! Another in our arty had a Grilled Mahi filet, loaded baked potato & shared the side of broccoli with me - it was a side portion that was healthy is size & great for two. Entrees come with one side. All of us had an exceptional meal! Great service from A-Aron!!! He's a great server & on the ball! Loved this spot & could see us being regulars if we lived here! Very nice inside dining area that's been updated. Not overly crowded. It was very clean & all staff were attentive & friendly. Tough parking situation. We found it nice to park a block up the street & walk. Such a beautiful & safe neighborhood.

You must have your whole party there to sit. The vibe was…read moreokay, food was okay good. It took a long time for our food to come out. Food & drink pretty pricey for what you're getting. The grits were really good, though.

This placed saved our trip to Jacksonville lol! It was delicious! Loved the decor and variety of…read moreseating arrangements. Staff was attentive (my waitress smelled like cigarettes ) and very friendly. The bathrooms were just as unique,clean and beautiful as the dining area. The food was amazingggg! The pancakes were good size! I imagined it silver dollar size but not the case. Fluffy, tender and flavorful! French toast was crisp and tastey. I enjoyed the chicken better than the super thin bacon. Grits cooked to perfection! The breakfast board was only $58 and fed 3 easily!! My daughter doesn't eat breakfast and ordered the wings. I had one and they were real wings. Not mini and not overgrown. Cooked fresh and flavorful! I could've eaten here everyday of our trip. There was a service charge due to it being a holiday(4th of July) even though it was only four of us.

This was terrible. A cover charge just to sit down. They didn't have the ingredients for multiple…read more"specialty cocktails". Sub-par food... actually, the food was terrible. I had the Salmon and it came right out of the Morton's box. My husband had the wings (and we had to stop on the way home for tummy medicine). Then we got the check and there were $36 worth of "fees". Our bills was $144 for $40 worth of food and drinks. Absolutely ridiculous. So disappointed. In hind sight, we should have been tipped off that we were the only people in there. The fees are shameful. I would not recommend this place. At all. For anything. The band was good tho.

Food is great ambiance is amazing and so was the music and the service. Awesome I will go again in…read morethe near future.

I was pretty excited to visit Jerry's Grille as it's been on the REV to-visit list for quite a…read morewhile. In no way was I disappointed! Things that stood out to me upon entry included its large interior that's spread out with a nice variety of seating and sections. The full service bar was active with people who seemed to know each other pretty well. In addition, it was busy during the visit on a weekday that usually is a slower day for a restaurant. I did notice and liked the art on the wall and knew I'd find it a nice place to visit during CFB and the NFL season. With all that said, I also found the service here to be solid. Stephanie is as good as any veteran server I've experienced. Her knowledge of the popular items was sharp and everything we ordered was as good as she said it would be. I also liked that she would still visit our table regularly even during the rush hour time frame. Another area in which I was highly impressed was the value of what you order, at least in way of the sandwiches. I ordered a fish sandwich that would make a Micky-D's fish sandwich look like a minnow! It was large on a softer white bun. The fish (I cannot recall what kind) was very tender and everything really blended together with it (the tomatoes, lettuce, pickles), especially after I added the tartar sauce. My meal included coleslaw - a very well-prepped popular style version. I could've taken some of this meal home, but it was so good that I pushed my way through it! My Dearest chose the Rueben sandwich. A superb choice! Again, the sandwich is large, made of the normal rye bread, thousand island, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and sliced corned beef. She chose the fries with it, but I'll admit that those could have been a little fresher/hotter. Seemed they sat in the fryer bin for a little too long. But the sandwich itself was great! I ate half of it the next day and I do appreciate that Jerry's uses a high quality corned beef brand - very little fat on the meat. It was a great visit and I will add one more positive thing that will attract people to Jerry's Grille. That is, the value of what you get is just about the best I've seen from a restaurant in quite a while. Usually when I go out, dinners for two are over $40 for us, not including the tip. This dinner at Jerry's with our two (large) sandwiches, fries, coleslaw, and beverages, landed at $34, not including the tip - I was impressed and it helped me increase our tip to the server! I would only say that Jerry's Grille looks a little oldish inside and perhaps could use some renovation/updating of the interior. Though I like the art and the monitors, its classic look has aged to a point, in my own view, that calls for some new wall dressing and painting. But still, I would come here anytime to eat - very comfortable and enjoyable place to visit for dinner! Recommend - HIGH

Jerry's grill is great for not only their extensive menu but also their live music on some Fridays…read moreand Saturdays They also take reservations .There was plenty of servers, and staff clearing tables constantly.The food came out quickly. My dish of grilled shrimp and fish with a side of Mac and cheese was very good. My friend got the nachos which appeared to be loaded with everything. Next time I will try that. They have a large bar. This is a very lively place with plenty of room to dance and or mingle. Also do not miss their brunch, which is only on the weekends. I would recommend the Monte Cristo Sandwich-3 pieces of French toast with Swiss and American cheese, turkey and house-brined ham; served with brunch potatoes or grits.