We had dinner at ClarkeBros over in Riverside this evening. They're at 2545 Riverside Avenue, right…read moreacross from St Vincent with parking available at the side of their entrance. This is one of those places that we love but haven't been to in far too long. We both tried things that were new to each of us tonight as well, which was cool. I ordered The Ole Smokie, with everything on it and choose cheddar cheese. My first thought when it was brought to the table was "oh, I'll probably have to go at this with a fork & knife" but I decided to give it a shot as intended. I'm glad I did because the bread held up surprisingly well! As far as ingredients go, the brisket was good and smokey. There was a good mix of everything else and more than enough cheddar. My wife ordered the Chicken Cheesesteak. She also had a choice of cheese and she picked whizz. The thing that separates this from what people might expect is that it's chunks of chicken, not shredded chicken. She said that's not a bad thing at all, just a change from what some might exoect. She thought it was a welcome change. She liked their cheese whizz a lot and liked the roll as always, so she was glad she tried it. It's worth noting that both sandwiches were big enough that we both took half of each home. I didn't get the name of the two people that were working there this evening, but I'd still like to give then a shout out. They were both incredibly patient with the customers ahead of us and they didn't make us feel rushed even though we were there fairly close to the time they close on Friday evenings. Another good visit to Clarke Bros. Here's hoping it doesn't take us so long to get back here again for the next visit!

Rode up here this afternoon after the lunch rush. Not many folks inside, open seating, easy to take…read morea look at the menu and the specials without feeling rushed. Ordered at the front counter and was greeted by a friendly young lady... good start. I went in planning to get the muffaleta off the specials board. They checked on it, but no luck... they were out of the cuts needed. I was pointed toward the Italian, but my buddy already grabbed that and I felt like being different. Noticed another special on the wall, a smoked brisket sandwich. Can't remember the exact name, but that's what I went with. Instead of chips or their homemade tots, I grabbed the balsamic roasted brussel sprouts as an appetizer. Tables weren't the cleanest and were a little wobbly, but nothing deal-breaking... we made it work. Food came out pretty quick and looked solid. Flavor-wise... a little mixed. The brussel sprouts were very flaky and leafy, almost crumbled apart. You really had to work your fork to get a bite. I was picturing larger roasted halves. Sauce was fine, nothing bad, nothing special. I'd give those a 3 out of 5. The brisket sandwich was interesting. The meat was very fatty and kind of tough to chew through. Not sure if that's just the cut or the prep. I ate about three-quarters of it. It wasn't bad, just didn't hit the way I hoped. Probably still thinking about that muffaleta. Another 3 out of 5. I'd come back, no doubt... but next time I'm sticking with what they're known for. Those cheesesteaks always look great, and that's probably the move. Today was about trying something different, and I'm glad I did... even if it didn't knock my socks off.

I can't say enough good things about this food truck! I've visited twice and had their burger,…read moretheir chicken sandwich, and their oreo dessert. All amazing! This is the best burger in the city! I have been looking for a good burger in Jax and have been sorely disappointed each and every time, until trying Big Boss! And the chicken sandwich is amazing too. The chicken is so juicy with great flavor. I try to chase this truck down every chance I get! If you happen to be nearby, or heck, even not, check their IG page for their schedule. You won't be disappointed!

Great burgers and customer service, I love when they come by my apartment complex! The loaded fries…read moreare delicious and the strawberry lemonade hits every time.

The wait on Valentines Day was 25-30 minutes. The place was packed. Such a good sign. A funky vibe…read moreinside. There's four tvs inside. There is outside tables to eat at. The parking lot is small, so if you don't get lucky, there's street parking. The host was super nice. A booth opened up and because a party of 4 checked In Right after my Mom and I. They got the booth. We had to sit at a table. Not cool. Really not cool. I think that was messed up. The table we sat at held 4 people. Waitress very sweet. Very helpful. Got a draft Mich ultra-not the coldest :/ Ordered a large Italia New York style pizza. So the waitress came to us and said she messed up our large italia ny style pizza, so we got to try the Italia Chicago style pizza, at no charge! Both the Chicago and New York were a-mazing. Patricia was the best waitress. New York style was def my favorite. I will be back. I understand why the wait was 25-30 minutes long. It's great pizza. Great. Minus not getting a booth even though we got here before a party of 4.

Great size and tasting salad! This is my favorite salad at Carmines and they give you a lot of…read morebang for your buck. The dressing is great! It's also so busy here, but I understand why. Richard provided great service and I hope to go back and try the pizza soon.

We visit European Street Cafe often. It's my daughter's favorite place and quite frankly, it's a…read moregreat to pick up a quick dessert. I've reviewed European Street before but, I wish I could do three reviews for this place. I feel it is the nearly the best at some things, and good at others. The service is always excellent. Whether you're dining in or carrying out, everyone is always pleasant, service is quick, and the crew always seems to provide great reheating advice. The interior is quaint and casual with a beautiful bar, and a really unique store that sells candy and beer from all over the world. Sometimes I go just for that. It's a really cool experience. The outside eating area here is probably the best around. Nicely decorated area, tables and umbrellas and just a great place to eat on a nice day. Dogs are welcome, which is a plus for us. The beer selection and Happy Hour specials are the best around. If you like beer, this is the best place you could go in the Riverside/Avondale area. It's also a very underrated location for dessert. You could stop in to grab something from their cake, pie or cookie selection. The cookies are INCREDIBLE. I've also had the carrot cake (very nice), the peanut butter chocolate pie (solid) and their pecan pie (very good). The menu for food is vast, there are a ton of choices, it centers around sandwiches (there are salads as well) and there's something for everyone. I've always liked the fiery turkey sub and the mufaletta. They're really solid. Very good breakfast sandwiches as well. When you get a side of chips though, it is literally chips out of a bag. I feel like they could probably do something better there, but that's my only constructive criticism. We stopped by last night for a cookie. It's a dessert, it's massive. If you carry out, 15-20 seconds in the microwave and dig in. The flavors range from standards (chocolate chip, peanut butter, white macadamia) to really unique creations (German chocolate, carrot cake). We'll be back, more pics next time, but I wanted to give some love to what is perhaps the best Happy Hour location around. Give them a try.

I have been to the Park Street location many, many times and today will be my last. The waiter was…read morerude. The manager was rude. My sandwich had yellow mustard dripping from it. We sat outside as I had my service dog with me and I had previously been told that she was NOT allowed inside, doesn't matter that as a service dog she should be allowed anywhere I go. The waiter gave me a lot of guff because I put her on my lap when I was finished eating so that she would stop whining for food (which was sub par). The waiter told me to read the rules that stated that dogs are not allowed on laps (there is no such rule). The waiter then proceeded to tell me that he knows others who live in my building who have told him that we have been thrown out of other places (gossipy cashier who pretends to be a friend). Anyway, the food is nothing to write home about. The tables are never wiped down between customers. This particular waiter and his manager are downright rude and irritating. There are so many other places to go, including the European Street Cafe in San Marco where they are much friendlier. My companion told me that her late husband had trouble with this waiter, too. Skip it. There are just too many good places to go to bother with these folks who apparently get up on the wrong side of their beds all too frequently. And they are the only place in town with patio rules!!! Next, they will ban children.

Enjoyed a lovely lunch with my bestie trying out their Arepas! It was a little after lunch rush but…read morestill had a good number of customers in the restaurant. The server was really friendly and recommended some great options for us. We ordered the following: 1) THE QUEEN - classic Venezuelan "chicken salad" with their home-made avocado mayo, cilantro and sliced avocados (also known as the Reina Pepiada). Fresh with a great balance of umami flavors! The cilantro green sauce was an amazing add-on with a little spicy kick! 2) PORKO LOCO - slow cooked pork marinated in red wine with queso blanco. Tender, moist, and very flavorful. Amazing! 3) CACHAPA - soft crispy pancake made with sweet corn and fried cheese in the middle. Flavor bomb of sweet and savory! 4) EMPANADA (BEEF) - tender, shredded beef with great flavor of savory. The dipping sauce was white, tangy, vinegary, creamy with a slight spiciness. Delicious! 5) SOURSOP JUICE - rare to find restaurants with this drink. Ate the actual fruits in my homeland in SE Asia. The juice was milky/creamy, sweet with an earthy taste. Great health benefits eating or drinking soursop -- antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, etc. Other notable item was the Passion Fruit Juice however, I did not try it. My bestie really liked it. Overall, wonderful experience at the restaurant of the food, service and great interior feeling creating a great ambiance. Definitely will visit again and try out more menu items.

This place is so cool, the interior is sooo hip and industrial chic. I am a nonregular, regular…read morehere, any time I'm in the area I am coming to eat at Arepa Please! You should come here to explore a cuisine with Latin flavors. The drinks are so good, fresh juice offered everyday, the music is fabulous and the staff is very attentive and kind. Very good place for mild food, not too much spice and represents well here in Florida. Try it! Try something new! Puedes hablar espanol

We were in the area due to Ernie's eye surgery. So, we came here for breakfast this morning. The…read morefood was very good and fresh. The coffee was delicious too. On our way out Ernie bought a Reese's cookie and he bought me a brownie square. The brownie was not that good. We've not tried the cookie yet. They're next door to the doctors office and Carolina Burgers. Pros: Nice people running the place. Great food and prices. Cons: brownie was not that good. Recommend: yes, I look forward to coming back soon. I love the Riverside area.

Tiny little hole in the wall with classic diner breakfast- just what I needed after a doctor…read moreappointment at the hospital. John and I split the Country plate- he really enjoyed the grits. Everything was great- with the exception of the sausage gravy, I need more than straight out of a can for sausage gravy. But- that is me being picky, it's one of my favorite comfort foods and I need it done right, lol. But- everything else was great. Eggs scrambled perfectly, bacon crispy, biscuit yummy! Decent cup of Joe too. Breakfast was order up fast too!

Nice breakfast options for all diets. Food made to order. They offer call in and online ordering…read morewhich is nice. Menu includes everything from eggs, pancakes, fish, shrimp, burgers, etc. Would advise some not many items require extra seasoning to taste.

It sucks that I can't find the pictures for this review. My best friend has been coming here for a…read morelong time and this is what she wanted on the day we pulled up. It's a small restaurant that sits on the corner. There isn't a lot of room inside and the hole in the wall was almost like a hot box with air. You can see everything being made and the owner was right there making the order. My Philly cheesesteak (hold the onion) had a amazing flavor. Could've been one of the best for the steak alone but I definitely should've got extra cheese. They have breakfast and lunch on the menu so they aren't open late. But you won't be disappointed at the options, flavor or customer service.

Hot fresh and delicious bacon egg and cheese pita. The only thing I didnt enjoy while eating here…read morewas having to listen to the sports show hosts yell over each other on the tv nearby. Otherwise what a peaceful location to have breakfast. I will definitely return as long as I am in this office location.

A Hidden Gem!!…read more Little Joe's has the best falafel in town. When I worked a couple buildings down, I loved to take a walk to go get a falafel pits with extra sauce. Their herb sauce is to die for! I am a meat eater I love me some meat! However, this falafel made me think it was possible to be a vegetarian. The sometimes long line is completely worth the wait for the food. This family run lunch time treat is wonderful. Everything just tastes clean and fresh. I would never feel weighed down after eating. They have daily specials and have many items besides their wonderful Mediterranean cuisine but if you don't try their specialties then you are doing yourself a disservice. The prices are reasonable for the quality and the employees are very friendly.

Food 10/10! Made to order so my food was super fresh & hot ! Very affordable! 3 whole wings, fries…read more& slushie under $10. Can't beat that !

If you want a reasonably priced lunch ($5.99!), and the most amazing fried shrimp and catfish, this…read moreis the spot to try. The fries are hot and crispy as well. Staff is always friendly. Not the fanciest place, but the food (I've only tried catfish and shrimp as it's soo good!), is terrific.

Ma and Pop's Food Truck proves that a humble exterior can hide a kitchen with serious talent. No…read moreflashy wrap, no chrome, no glowing LCD screens, just two of the kindest owners in Jacksonville serving some of the best soul food in town. Today they rolled into my office parking lot with an oxtail special, a plate loaded with fall-apart oxtails, jerk rice, green beans, and cornbread. I added mac and cheese because a good carb plan requires commitment. Plastic utensils seemed like a bad match for oxtails, but these bones surrendered at the slightest nudge. The meat was rich and silky, full of flavor, and entirely too good for a desk lunch. The sides were no afterthought. The mac and cheese was creamy and indulgent, the green beans properly seasoned, the jerk rice fragrant and bold though a few grains resisted the bite, and the cornbread leaned sweet, closer to cake than bread, in a way that felt like dessert was already built in. You could pass by this truck without a second glance, but you'd miss a meal that demands your attention. 4.5 out of 5 stars Soul food this good deserves a table, not a parking lot.

Ma and Pop food truck was the best addition to our birthday party. They did not disappoint! We had…read morea party of which we thought would be 50 or less people and reserved the food truck. The party was such a success that it turned out to be 86 plates. Not only did they dish out enough for everyone, but they did it with haste and taste. Everyone was absolutely raving about the flavors of every dish on the menu. The birthday party wouldn't have been as great without them. We HIGHLY recommend for any event and thank you so much Ma and Pop Food Truck for all you did for us. That family-owned feeling and food went a long way with us. Can't wait for the next event!