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    J. Alexander's

    4.2 (539 reviews)
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    Mandy B.

    Great date night spot, or a nice place to go for a girls night! Always get the carrot cake so keep room for the end!! The tuna stack is a must and their mash potato's are the yummiest!

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    Michael K.

    Victoria provided excellent and friendly service. She was a delight and a huge plus for the restaurant. It's a nice, comfortable atmosphere. Not too tight not too loose. I had the prime rib and was able to get an end cut. It was delicious and the horseradish was very good. All in all I'd say it's a winner. Bring your wallet, but it won't bust it.

    Michelle D.

    Two of my friends and I share September birthdays within a week and a half of each other. We started a tradition a few years ago of meeting up in September to celebrate. We decided to check out J. Alexander's as this was my first time. I made reservations and we were seated promptly upon arrival at 5:00 PM on Saturday. Our server Noel came by to check on us pretty quickly and gave us amazing service throughout our visit. We started with the onion rings. They were hot, crispy and delicious! Some of the best I've ever tasted. And I loved the dipping sauce. For dinner I ordered the steak (medium) n' fries but substituted fries for mac and cheese. The steak was cooked perfectly and the mac and cheese was unlike any I've ever tasted and I loved it! I could tell it had onions but unsure of the other ingredients. We were on the fence about dessert but we decided to order the chocolate lava cake. Our server Noel was so sweet she also brought us a slice of carrot cake which listed on the check was free marked as birthday;) The chocolate lava cake was rich and smooth and paired nicely with the vanilla ice cream. I normally do not eat carrot cake but after having one bite I went back for seconds, thirds and probably fourths;))) I look forward to my next visit when I can explore more of the menu. Thank you for making our birthday celebration special!

    Ahi tuna salad
    Bonnie Z.

    Night out with friends. Our waitress, Alexandra was fantastic as was the food. Started with pear Old Fashioned which was a tasty change from the classic. Apps were calamari and artichokes. Entrees were ahi tuna salad and crispy fish tacos. Restaurant was crowded but noise level was low. Can't wait to return

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    Stacy A.

    Lunch here in a Sunday ! I had the smash burger it was perfect. The fries were delicious too. My husband had the chicken sandwich, also amazing.

    FILET MIGNON WITH BEARNAISE
    Dustin G.

    Went with family in the area for a birthday dinner. Sadly, I did not take pictures before digging in, so please excuse the one lonely picture. Started with the onion rings which were very crispy with a panko type coating. They were enough for 6 people as an appetizer. I had a house salad which was very large, and pretty good. 3 in our party had the prime rib. All said it was excellent. The horseradish sauce could have had more heat. I had the filet which was exceptional. Cooked perfectly. It came with a really large loaded potato which I didn't make it through. It was very good as well. We had no room for dessert. Service was on point and exceptionally friendly. We had a reservation and were seated promptly. I didn't get to see much of the restaurant as we were seated in a rounded corner booth but what I did see was very nice with good atmosphere. Definitely would go again especially to celebrate a special day.

    Crispy chicken sandwich-very good.
    Laura A.

    Went for lunch the other day and it was really good. Our waiter was friendly and although I had to ask for a few things, he was very good at following up. My husband got the burger and said it was good. I got the crispy chicken sandwich. It was actually excellent. Very fresh, nice and hot and had a good flavor. Came with fries which are super thin, like shoestring fries. I really enjoyed them. The ambiance is modern and chic. Will definitely return.

    Raspberry Lemon drop
    Arwyn W.

    Haven't been here in a while and glad I came back. Made reservations and was taken directly to seat and we arrive early. The waitress was very pleasant and her service was top notch. Didn't have to wait long for refills or for any extra items requested. The food was really good, in my opinion. The alcohol beverages were good I would've picked the regular lemon drop over the raspberry just my preference. The amaretto sour was really great wish it had the maraschino cherries and not the basic bright red cherries. The ribs were a little tough for my liking so I wouldn't order that again. The pasta was a special for the night. The shrimp and scallops were plentiful for the portion given it was very flavorful with a hint of spice. Noddles could've been boiled a little longer but would definitely order again. The crab cakes 10/10. The crabs was seasoned with love fresh and meaty no artificial meat btw. Loaded mash and broccoli with cheese was delicious as well. Most places are stingy with toppings that wasn't my experience. I'll be back sooner than later. Glad I came in.

    Crab dip
    Crystal W.

    I'm a little surprised by how the ambience is for the price and for an upscale place. I was expecting more like Capital Grille but I feel I'm on a Carnival Cruise or eating at Cheesecake Factory. Cocktails - I ordered French 75 and the drink was warm. They ran out of martini glasses so it was in a regular glass. Food - crab cake dip was good. Wish they gave more bread because bread to dip ratio was a little off.

    Kelly T.

    We had been to this chain many times in Boca Raton but never to the Jacksonville location until tonight. We had a six thirty reservation and were seated pretty close to that time. The restaurant was pretty full at that time on a Friday night. The menu has plenty of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and entrees. They also had a few specials. We ordered pretty quickly but the food took a pretty long time to arrive. I had the French dip sandwich with shoestring fries. The fries were plentiful and tasty. The sandwich was a little cool in temperature. My husband had the swordfish special. It came with couscous and butternut squash. He loved his meal. My mother in law had the prime rib and also loved her meal. The ambiance is nice.

    Christy A.

    We walked in with a reservation, and were seated right away. The waitress was great and took our orders. They brought out our appetizers. We had the special smoked salmon dip and Tuna stack. Both were good. The salmon was very flavorful. The Tuna had a strong flavor but was still good. I ordered the Maui steak. The marinade was so good! Although my steak was medium instead of medium rare it was okay. Tim had to send his back as it was more like medium well. The best was medium. We also got dessert and they brought mine out with a candle and wished me a happy birthday. They forgot the other order for our friend.

    Trout with lemon miso sauce and lump crab.
    JR L.

    This is my goto place. I'm there at least once a week but I was so disappointed! I ordered the trout with lemon miso sauce and lump crab. It came out with no sauce and 1 small piece of crab. The waiter took it back and they added sauce and 4 tiny pieces of crab. Don't bother with this special because there was nothing special about it.

    Blair C.

    We went for our wedding anniversary lunch while our kids were in school. The food was absolutely delicious, the staff was friendly and the wait was not long at all. For being located within the town center, the place felt very upscale and perfect for such an occasion. The drinks were delicious as well. I had the seafood pasta and my husband ordered the prime rib with mashed potatoes. The portions were large and very filling. I really liked that they had little hook on the side of the booth for ladies purses and our to go bags. Unfortunately I only took pictures of my husband holding our baby at the table . But trust and believe when I say we will definitely be going back.

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    I love J Alexander. The food , hospitality, ambiance The mash potatoes mound is delicious. I also love their Crab Cakes

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    The food, drinks, service, location and our overall dining experience is always amazing and consistent!

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    Great food, good service and a clean restaurant. What more could you ask for? It's a little pricey but the quality is high.

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    Ask the Community - J. Alexander's

    Is the restaurant quiet enough on a Wednesday at 5:30 to have a conversation?

    I have been to many restaurants that are MUCH louder but on a Wednesday, J Alexanders probably wouldn’t be swamped. I would call a make a reservation and specify at that time if they had a quiet corner. But like I said even on a Friday night I… Read more

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    Tommy Bahama is good! Nice outdoor area which was partially covered as it was cold when we went but…read morereally well heated. Food is delicious and drinks are good! Service is very good! I have nothing against this place and rather enjoy it, only drawback is it's kind of expensive. 12 glasses of anything but beer, $22 burgers and up from there. On par with other upscale restaurants in the area but had a $178 tab before tip for what was probably a $78 experience we could have had at a lower scale place.

    Had family from out of town and their first time in Jacksonville. On 11/25/25 around 6-7pm -…read morewhoever the hostess was, was probably the rudest, laziest person I ever encountered. When we told her it was a party of 6 adults and 3 children she rolled her eyes and seemed unable to handle the task at hand.....which was simply her job. She told us multiple times she had to figure out what to do? Did the restaurant seem busy? No. THE WORST EXPERIENCE EVER. And the best part? I guess to try to make us not want to eat there? (Because who doesn't want the business and money??) she told me they would have to do automatic gratuity for such a big party - absolutely not an issue. She proceeded to roll her eyes again when I told her I didn't care. She then angrily told us to come back in 10 minutes for her to "figure out" what to do for us. Well, we decided to take our business and money elsewhere to J.Alexander's just a few steps down and was seated immediately, no issues, and top notch service! Stay away from this place if you happen to be a larger party than 2 I guess? So the hostess doesn't have to do her job. Or maybe if you are a person of color as it seemed like she could have been put off by that as well. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE! And being from Dallas, TX - this isn't our first time at this restaurant - the location in Plano, TX - we've visited multiple times with a large party and no issues at all! Way busier and friendlier establishment.

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    4.6(281 reviews)
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    This place is a hidden gem if you're looking for a local place with fresh lobster rolls and fried…read moreseafood. I only get the lobster rolls when I come here and they're more than worth the visit. The portions of lobster are generous and always super fresh and tasty. They used Martins potato bun for the rolls which work perfectly with some butter and a light toast on the grill. The remoulade sauce is a nice to pair with the onion rings on the side if you're looking for something to pair with the lobster rolls or the seafood. I've tried the fried shrimp a couple of times. They're good but the lobster rolls easily outshine them. The fried chips that come with your order are good but I generally don't eat many. This is what you'll get in place of your typical French fries. I think it's a nice change up. The atmosphere here is clean but nothing fancy. It's basic and simple but it gets the job done. Service is always fast and the people are friendly and helpful. Highly recommended if you're in Jax and have a taste for a great lobster roll!

    Rainy saturday so wifey wanted a whitting fish sandwich. I headed over to jax fish fry. I proceeded…read moreto the cashier and exclaimed, "Do you guys sell whiting fish sandwiches. The girl replied "uh what?" I repeated my order, Do you sell whiting fish? She finally replied, we only sell Cod. I guess I will return when I want code which will be soon. Jax fish fry has been on my tadar. It is not their fault that I did not do a deep dive into their menu. The new name of Jax Fish fry should be Cod Fry! Im sure they have more than just cod. My bad!

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    3.7(553 reviews)
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    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.

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