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    Mesa

    4.8 (257 reviews)
    ModerateIndian
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Brandi E.

    I made a reservation online at this lovely restaurant and my mother and I had the nicest evening. First, the service is exquisite. Our server was David, and he was so knowledgeable about each and every dish. He had great suggestions. The food is out of this world. The portions are big enough to take home another meal. The owner came and spoke to us for a few minutes. She was very sweet and kind. We also found out that she is a dietitian and prepares all of the food without added sugar, other than the dessert of course. We were celebrating a special event in my mother's life, and David brought her a complementary congratulatory dessert. It was such an unexpected and thoughtful gesture. The whole experience was so nice that she's already determined to come back for her birthday.

    The bar area - you can reserve here too!!
    Jennifer L.

    After being guided by several yelp elite friends to try Mesa, my husband and I went for date night on a Saturday evening around 6:30 PM. There was a very brief wait, although I really do recommend you get reservations for your dining. The interior is cozy and adorable, looking like a converted house. The waiting area is like a well decorated living room with live flowers and warm lighting. There are about 10 seats at the bar and an extensive alcohol collection. There is interior dining as well as outdoor patio dining under a very pretty awning. The outdoor patio is surrounded by bushes and vines, so it gives a very quaint and welcoming space, and there are fans directing the airflow around so you won't be too warm even though it's still summer. Drinks average $13-$15 and are good pores. You can access their drink menu by scanning a QR code. They have seasonal food which changes regularly and a menu of select items from small plates to mains, side dishes, to a selection of desserts. I ordered the Mesa Manhattan which came out as a beautifully flavored and blended drink in an old fashioned glass with large cube. Husband got a cold sake that was delicious. My husband got the lamb burger with goat cheese and arugula - delicious and savory, smoky and beautifully balanced creamy and sharp the way they layered the flavors. I got the chicken curry that was absolutely mouthwatering. It was like butter chicken in a typical Indian restaurant but more spices and complex. Hearty and filling, comes with basmati rice. I also ordered a side of roti (2 for $5) that was flaky and good. Portion sizes are decent and they allow you to adjust spice levels on several of their items. They're also very cognizant into food allergies and you only have to tell your server and they will make sure the kitchen knows. Our servers were attentive and the valet was wonderful and very fast. There is parking nearby at the church across the street or just a few doors up on the right and left-hand side of the street, so keep your eye out if you don't want to pay valet.

    Paneer curry, spice level 4 (white girl spice level). SO YUMMY!
    Cassie S.

    This is by far the best meal I've had since I moved back to Jax. The chicken wings were phenomenal and I don't even eat wings! The paneer curry was SO good!! Definitely check them out! Their menu rotates seasonally so this was the last of the summer options. Hope to try the lamb next time!

    Ayesha F.

    Cozy Indian restaurant with excellent service and mouth watering dishes. I took me forever to get here but I finally made reservations for a Saturday evening solo date at the bar. I started with a Spanish white wine recommended by the bartender Paula. I also had a little help deciding between the final two contenders for my entree. I ended up going with the Crab Curry over basmati (med heat) and it was absolutely amazing! I had an order of Roti to help balance the heat. The owner came over for a chat and explained a bit of the restaurant's history, ingredient selection and style of cooking. You can tell that everything is made with love! I can't wait to get back to try the shrimp and grits, wings and fries.

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    Nadia B.

    I cannot stress enough how much I loved this restaurant. The owner Saji was delightful and treated all the customers like we were visitors in her home. Sarah our waitress was exceptional. Now lets talk about the food! I will dream about those chicken wings, twice fried in palm oil, slathered in some sticky spicy sauce and dipped in cilantro ranch! So crunchy with the right amount of heat and they give you warm towels cause you are going to need them! The shrimp and grits (which is actually basmati rice) is perfection. It is a great spin on the traditional and shrimp were large and just a little bit of heat. The dessert was creamy and had fresh blueberries. Everything was delicious and cooked with no seed oils so healthy too!

    Watermelon granita (not to be missed!)
    Ali L.

    Elevated Indian food is the best way I can describe what Mesa is and what Mesa does. Such a treat to eat the owner and head chef's creation. From arriving to complimentary valet parking (but please remember to tip these hardworking folks) to knowledgeable and friendly service to the flavors on the plate, this has always been one of our favorite restaurants in the Jacksonville area. Small plates, drinks, mains and desserts all just hit right. Started with some SPICY wings, unfiltered sake, and pav bhaji and moved to the kerala fried chicken bun, salmon mole, lamb chops and their steak special. Lychee sorbet and watermelon granita finished us off. Oh and these folks will adjust the spice level and customize for you on the dishes they can. Just go, spend the money and enjoy the culinary ride!

    blueberry cheesecake | lemon honey, mint
    Sierra S.

    Amazing experience at Mesa with my group of friends! We each tried almost one of everything from the menu but pictured here is the blueberry cheesecake, watermelon salad, banana pudding, fried chicken sandwich, and wings. The unique taste of each of these dishes was incredible and left my tastebuds tingling for more spice!!!! This all was from the Summer 2026 menu and they have a rotating menu with different items, I would definitely recommend grabbing some friends and hitting up this spot for a night out. I forgot our servers name but he was extremely patient with our large party and very friendly and accommodating. 10/10 service

    Bar area :)
    Christine P.

    Got a level 3. Crazy spicy. Very very good though. I would order the ishtu again. The ambiance is super cute. Small place. They have an outdoor patio too. The waiter was just fine. The summer shandy beer is amazing. I would totally come back. You won't be disappointed.

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    Ilsa A.

    Girls night out and had a wonderful dinner at Mesa! This place is truly all the rave and the flavors and plates speak for themselves! I also want to shout out that this a woman owned business and the chef herself came out to introduce herself and talk to us about the food, concept and all. So sweet! What to order? Well you're just going to need to be willing to try something! We ordered all the things and it was fun to try the various concept. They change their menu regularly so don't get stuck to old photos but go with an open mind! For my main I had the shrimp and grits take which was comforting and delicious on the cold evening we were having. Overall our time a great and I'm thankful we have wonderful spot such as mesa in our neighborhood!

    Paneer curry, scarlet sangria, marinated cucumbers
    Styliana R.

    Finally got to try this place and it did not disappoint! Visiting from Gainesville, I was nervous that this may not be a great atmosphere for a toddler but everyone was so nice and welcoming, and I was relieved to see there were high chairs and other little ones enjoying their meals. We sat on the patio, which was lovely, and our server was friendly and attentive. I was pleasantly surprised that they asked up front about any allergies and were so gracious in accommodating. The food was delicious, from the marinated cucumbers we got as an appetizer to the chicken curry and paneer curry we selected as our entrees. There are so many other items I'd like to try if I'm able to return. Overall a great spot for a date night, family dinner or night out with friends!

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    Aiden S.

    Mesa's spin on South Indian cuisine is definitely worth checking out if you live in the area. We ordered the uttapam, lamb burger, and lamb chops. The uttapam, a pancake with onion and herbs, was my favorite dish - absolutely delicious. The lamb was really well cooked and not too heavy on the spices. The bite of my wife's burger was excellent: juicy, flavorful, and really great bread. The fries with the burger were a little too heavily seasoned for me, but someone who really loves Indian spices might not feel the same way. Drinks were excellent. Service was very attentive and friendly. Ambience is pleasant, although a little drab. Cost is pricey, but reasonable for what you are getting.

    Chicken Curry and Crab Curry
    Marie-Carmen K.

    The food at Mesa really surpriser my taste buds! It was so fresh and flavors are very well balanced. Service was great and our bartender was very attentive, i loved every minute i spent here, it felt like home. Ambiance is very romantic, low lights, and soft music that allowed us to have a conversation over amazing food!

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    Kaushal V.

    What an INCREDIBLE Experience me and my wife had at this Restaurant. You can truly say that the owner/Chef genuinely cares for the food and Customer experience and feedback. We did their 5 course Summer Special 2025 Menu. To Start off we had their Nimbu Paani as our drinks and 1st Course we had watermelon Salad it was very nice and fresh. For 2nd course we had Uttapam with their signature chutney it was perfectly balanced and great flavours. For 3rd course we had Pav Bhaji it was amazing and for 4th course I had Paneer curry and my wife had Tamarind rice it was amazing truly mouth watering and finally for the 5th course I had lemonana Sorbet and my wife had strawberry Semifreddo. Overall the food tasted incredible you could see the oil used to look is amazing. Finally we had the owner/ chef come out and talk to us regarding the restaurant and its history and her passion towards food. It was just an amazing and a memorable experience we had. The ambiance is great, wall art is cool and the interior decoration is very nice. The service was very nice and professional we had Khalil F as our server. He was very knowledgeable about the menu and explained everything well and made sure we were ok on a Timely manner. The other staff were very kind and courteous as well. The toilets are well maintained as well. Overall I HIGHLY Recommend this place when you're in Jacksonville. It's a must try place !!!

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    The food is always very good here. It's a lil pricey but worth it for a date night. Make sure you make a reservation.

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    Me and a friend are making our way down Baymeadows road trying places we haven't ever been! So this…read morewas dinner one night, walking up they have this beautiful mural outside, this place has been a few different Indian restaurants but this time is the prettiest I have seen, outside and inside, dark and moody and music, really cool inside! We get a table and start to order we think our server couldn't hear us maybe cause I think we got different things then we ordered but hey we just ate them, lol! Everything we tried was very good, but definitely seemed like some miscommunication with our server, like we asked for mild on a dish and it came out so spicy. Despite that we ate everything and enjoyed, standout dish for me was the mushroom Nan it was SO delicious! Piping hot fresh with cheese and mushrooms in it, with butter all over!

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    The service was fantastic from start to finish, The tandoori sampler was absolutely delicious, with…read moreeach item cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. The butter chicken was rich, creamy, and satisfying, especially paired with the fresh, warm naan. Everything was flavorful and well prepared, and the attentive service made the meal even better. Can't wait to come back!

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    17.4 mi

    The Turmeric Kitchen was such a great find in Green Cove Springs. The food was fresh, flavorful,…read moreand clearly made with care. I really enjoyed the balance of spices, and everything tasted homemade rather than overly heavy. The service was friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. It's the kind of place where you can relax, enjoy a good meal, and leave already thinking about what you'll try next time. Definitely a spot I'd happily visit again!

    Stopped by The Turmeric Kitchen for lunch today while we were out adventuring and trying to dodge…read morethe rain. When we first walked in nobody else was there, so we were greeted immediately and given a nice booth. The inside surprised me... very cozy, nicely decorated and just fancy enough without feeling stuffy. There's also a bar outside, but we were there for the food. The lady who seated us told us about their $13.99 hot plate lunch special. We could order from the regular menu, but being able to sample a bunch of different things sounded like the way to go. I also really liked that the food is kept behind the counter where you can see everything and they build your plate for you. It isn't a buffet where everybody is reaching into the same trays. We started with their lentil soup, and I seriously wish they had given me a bigger bowl. Lots of flavor with a nice little kick. From the hot plate we tried butter chicken, Dal Makhni, samosa, Paneer Tikka, garlic naan, basmati rice, their Indian-style fried rice, grilled onions and peppers, along with the chutneys. The fried rice was especially good and had way more going on than the plain white rice. The stars for me were the Dal Makhni, samosa and butter chicken. The Dal Makhni honestly wasn't the prettiest thing on the bar until it was on my plate, and I probably wouldn't have picked it on my own, but I'm glad she suggested trying a little of everything because it was fantastic. Big flavor and a good kick. The butter chicken had a slightly sweet sauce but was packed with flavor. And that Paneer Tikka caught me completely off guard... buttery, lightly browned with such a good texture that I actually saved my last piece for the final bite. The chutneys were great too, especially with the samosa. The same lady who greeted us kept checking on us throughout the meal, and another lady who appeared to be helping prepare the food came over to see how everything was. We told her exactly what we were thinking... excellent. We also watched people behind us order from the regular menu and those portions were huge. I had a few doubts before we walked in, but between the food, the atmosphere and the service, those disappeared pretty quickly. We had seen the five star reviews and the recognition they've received locally, and after eating here I understand it. The lunch special gave us exactly what we wanted... a chance to try a little bit of everything and leave thinking, "Yeah, we need to come back and try more." Five stars from me.

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    11.3 mi•Windy Hill, Southside

    We moved away from our favorite Indian restaurant so we needed to find a different one to take its…read moreplace as we were in the mood for some good lamb. That's when we found 5th Element in the Town Center. I forgot that they were there, not only that they also have our favorites, my Lamb Saagwala (creamed spinach and curry sauce) with mild spice and rice and his Lamb Tika Masala (spicy creamy tomato sauce) with medium spice and rice. We both at all of the to-go order. We could have saved half for another meal but we were so hungry and it was so good that we just devoured it all. It was so good. He also got a Chikoo Shake (shake made with chikoo fruit) and while he said it was good, he had been hoping it was more like a milkshake). The prices are pretty reasonable so I think we found a good spot when the need hits us.

    It's been years since I've had Indian food that I didn't make at home. A coworker had suggested…read morethis place during a work trip so opted to take them up on trying it out. Take note there are two 5th Element spots within 10 minutes of each other. I started with one of their bottled Indian lagers. It wasn't too bad, although I wish they had draft options for the Indian beer. All the food was ordered for me prior to arrival so I'm a little lost on names of everything. We had Paneer Pakora (fried cottage cheese which was better than I had expected), buttered Naan bread, lentils and I believe vegetable biryani. It was all delicious! However, best part of the meal was the mango ice cream machine. That will make you comeback. It's house made. Our server was excellent. Highly recommend this spot! I'll be back if I'm in Jax again.

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    5th Element Indian Restaurant & Bar - Little window to the kitchen where you can watch the chef making fresh Naan

    Little window to the kitchen where you can watch the chef making fresh Naan

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    Lunch buffet plate $16 AYCE

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