Tin fish platter was delightful. The bread, the spreads, the olives, the wine - Yum! read more

Othello - Tin fish platter - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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If you're looking for a unique dining experience in Jacksonville, put Othello in Springfield on your list. This hidden gem offers an intimate indoor dining room along with a charming outdoor patio. I highly recommend making a reservation, as seating is limited. Othello is a tapas-style restaurant, and we loved ordering a variety of dishes to share around the table. It was the perfect way to experience different flavors, and every dish we tried was beautifully prepared, fresh, and packed with flavor. Even the less adventurous eaters in our group left impressed. Some of our favorites included the whipped feta (don't skip the bread for dipping!), the roasted half chicken, and the butterflied branzino, which was perfectly cooked with a delicious char and bright, fresh flavors. Every plate that came to the table looked as incredible as it tasted. The staff was welcoming, knowledgeable, and happy to answer any questions about the menu. One thing to know before you go: the chef has a very specific vision for each dish and generally does not allow substitutions or modifications. For example, one person in our group wanted the aioli removed from the tuna, but the dish was only served as designed. It's something to keep in mind if you have picky eaters or dietary preferences. We were so full after sharing so many plates that we had to pass on dessert, but that's just another reason to come back. Othello delivers a memorable dining experience with creative flavors, excellent service, and a fun, shareable menu. We'll definitely be returning. read more

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Amazing culinary experience from start to finish! Our group of 4 enjoyed sharing harissa and za'atar bread with feta and hummus, tuna and the carrot salad. We then went for the lamb shank for our main course. 1 order of the shank at that point was enough for all of us. Everything was absolutely delicious! Everyone enjoyed their drinks as well. Service was impeccable. As soon as we arrived we were greeted warmly. We arrived early thinking we could sit at the bar but unfortunately seats at the bar are also reserved so best to avoid coming early for your reservation since there is no room to hang out inside. Luckily you could order drinks and they'd bring them out front to you! Once seated you can take in the beauty of the restaurant itself. Serene indoor area and a lovely outside courtyard as well. It's absolutely beautiful outside too. Nestled in a residential neighborhood with plenty of street parking. read more

Please go. It's the best decision you'll make all week. They have a fantastic Happy Hour, get the Habibi or the Fried Smelt and a glass of which ever gorgeous natural wine the bar staff tells you to get, trust them, they won't steer you wrong Here's what I never get tired of eating: Whipped feta and sea salt bread Fava Bean Falafel Fattoush Salad Seared Octopus Crudo (it changes occasionally and trust me, no matter what fish it's always sublime) The Roast Chicken might be last rites meal. The Braised Lamb Shank comes a close second. If you're lucky you saved room for Basque Cheesecake. The staff is so generous and attentive, just the absolute the best! I wish for a place like Othello for everyone's neighborhood, I'm so incredibly grateful to have it in mine. read more

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This is one of the best restaurants in Jacksonville. The cocktails are amazing, and the wine list has a lot of Levantine options. I recommend the Not Another Corpse Reviver. The Baba Ganesh is fantastic. So is the whipped feta. Don't skip the za-tar bread. Also, the harissa bread. The batata bravas are amazing little goodies. The lamb marguez special is delicious. Also recommended are the mussels. The half chicken with couscous is out of this world. The Caesar salad is also excellent. Top things off with a cheesecake. read more

Celebrated my husbands birthday! What a great experience! I made reservations for the bar. It was a little tight but enjoyable. Bar servers were fantastic. Very knowledgeable about the menu and drinks. I had the sangria( happy hour special) and my husband had the neighborhood association made with bourbon. They were both very good. For starters we shared the whipped feta, hummus with sea salt bread and harissa bread. All were fabulous but the feta...OMG. It was amazing!!! For main course we shared the roasted chicken with couscous topped with onions. They also brought us a baked sweet potato. I don't remember the preparation but wow! So flavorful! My husband was also presented with a happy birthday postcard. Love the special extra touches! We will definitely visit again read more

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If I could leave 100 I certainly would. Im a very picky eater and for me to have an outstanding experience sould be enough. Ambiance is modern and cozy. Service was outstanding. As for the food we ordered quite a bit since we dined as soon as they opened. Hard to find a place where oysters are fresh and food was not overcooked. When I first tried the branding by itself I thought its cooked well although it lacked flavor, but when I paired it with the salad, wow...falvor bomb. Then when I ate it with yogurt, another awsome flavor profile. Chicken was very tender and the crunchy pine nuts were a nice touch. Octopus was meaty and not tough. Loved t g e flash fried chickpeas on the hummus. Definitely added texture which enhanced the flavor. Sweet optato was also very unique. Sime but full of flavor. Something i would make at home.Thank you for a memorable experience and when Im back in town definitely be back. read more

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Othello is an excellent choice for a higher end dinner. Serving Mediterranean food with influences from the Middle East to Spain, the food and drinks are excellent. I recommend ordering a lot of their smaller plates and sharing with your group, rather than getting an entree, because those are the best dishes. Must-orders are the bread (zaatar was our favorite), hummus, whipped feta, patatas bravas, and octopus (the navy beans are amazing). Caesar salad was great too. We did not like the scallop crudo. Drinks are delicious - I highly recommend their orange Lebanese wine. Service is excellent. Indoor ambiance is very cozy and modern - really well designed. While I love their outdoor space, the outdoor plastic furniture could use a replacement. If you live here you need to check this place out. read more

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I was a magical night at Othello. We arrived early prior to our reservation time to take advantage of the happy hour. We were graciously accommodated at the bar in a cozy corner. We meet "Kaz" our wonderful server/bartender. Celebrating my friend Barbara's birthday prior to a concert at the Ritz. Our evening was slow and well paced as we dined on Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Whipped Feta and delish bread. My first drink was a spicy perfectly balanced "No Seeds No Stems" with green chile vodka. We then moved to wonderful wine. The vibe was fun. The restaurant beautiful. I can't wait to go back an explore more if the menu! read more

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This place had been on our list to try for a while and we recently made it there. It's located on a corner in a residental neighborhood. Street parking wasn't an issue. Walking inside, I was surprised by how small it was. There were only a few tables but I noticed a nice patio with tables and chairs which was not in use. I tried of their mocktaiks, after learning that they won't modify any of their signature cocktails to omit the alcohol. At my server's suggestion, I ordered the "take in the sweetness", which was made with chamomile tea and tasted very florally. It was a bit strange and nothing I would order again. The food was fortunately better. We started with the fried smelt, baba ghanoush, and za'atar bread. This was followed by the seared octopus and batatas bravas. For the entrees, we split the roasted half chicken and butterflied branzino. The appetizers were all very good and the octopus was outstanding. It was well seasoned and the addition of the beans added a little more substance. The branzino had great taste and was cooked very well. The chicken was moist but it lacked seasoning, as did the accompanying couscous. I probably should've started this review with mentioning the baklava as that was my favorite dish that we tried. I am not a huge baklava fan but this one was so good that I could've eaten both pieces by myself. It was perfectly sweet and flaky and it didn't have a strong floral taate, which I appreciated. The menu is relatively small and we had an opportunity to try almost everything that wanted to except the lamb perhaps. So while this isn't a place I would be retrying to repeatedly, it was quite good. read more

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Othello was an incredible experience from start to finish! The ambiance was intimate and calm. My waiter was very attentive and I felt taken care of throughout my night. I ended up getting the cocktail shrimp, batatas bravas, and the whipped feta. The whipped feta was the highlight for me! The shrimp cocktail sauce had great flavor. I look forward to going back to Othello and trying their Branzino! read more

4.5/5 Such a beautiful spot with a peaceful ambiance. Very creative menu with thoughtful food sourcing. The server was also so knowledgeable and accommodating. read more

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One of my favorite spots in Jax. Super cozy vibes. Superb service. The bartenders are super knowledgeable and prepare amazing drinks. My favorite dish is the grilled octopus. Highly recommend making a reservation, which is also required for the bar section. read more

Othello - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Service, ambiance, good portion in relation to price, drinks, water refills, all around found nothing to complain about. Beautifully thought out place feels much larger inside than it seems outside. read more

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Loved our visit to Othello! It may look like we ordered a lot but it was the perfect amount! Favorite: sweet potato and chicken dish Skip: pickles (pickled vegis) Make a reservation as this place is somewhat small and was pretty packed. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Kids welcome however no room for them to run around. Full bar service! Service was great. Volume was fine- not too loud. Cute decor! read more

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Favorite new restaurant. Food quality and creativity, service, atmosphere: All 5 Stars. read more

Othello - Patatas bravas, zatar bread, hummus, whipped feta. - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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The food is very authentic, with so much flavor. The ambience is amazing, such a nice little neighborhood restaurant.

Stopped here while in the area for work. Absolutely loved it here! The ambiance is cute and welcoming. The staff were attentive and friendly and the food was delicious! I tried the Mocktails. Zaatar pita and Branzino. Everything was super delicious. If I had to say one thing I wish they had a option of the branzino with just olives and capers or something vs the harissa but it was still good as is just a preference thing :) and the baklava was absolutely amazing . read more

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What a gem! I can't believe we waited so long to try Othello! We reserved a bar seat as a last minute decision for a date night and it was perfect - the bartenders, servers, chefs, everyone were so warm and hospitable. We tried so many dishes, but my favorite by far was the lamb shank - cooked to perfection over the most amazing rice. High recommend all around - and we'll certainly be back! read more

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Othello is this hidden gem sitting inside a historic residential area. Its cozy and warm vibe is very inviting, which goes along with the staff's friendly service. The food is meant to be shared, the patatas bravas are good for 2-3 people but no more; they were delicious and very savory. As for the whipped feta it great to be combined with the harissa bread, although to be honest you would need to bread orders to go through it. For main, the branzino was delicious and good of an enough portion that we didn't have space for dessert. read more

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I was so excited to try the newest Greek food restaurant in Jacksonville. This is more a trendy take on Greek food, but still really good. The dips are amazing! The bread is amazing! The cocktails were fun. The wine seemed a bit too pricey in my opinion so I stuck with cocktails. As you would expect from a trendy restaurant, you have to pay for bread. I was not a big fan of the fried smelt. So much so that we didn't eat it. The server packed it up for us to take, which I thought was kind of funny. read more

Othello - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Went to Othello to have a bite to eat and a couple of drinks. Cute and cozy ambiance, friendly service, great experience overall. The Baba Ghanoush with the warm bread was so good (8 out of 10) The Octopus was delicious, and cooked to perfection. (10 out of 10) Will go back sometime and try more dishes. Great first impression. read more

Othello - Babaganoush - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I ordered the braised lamb shank and the meat was incredibly tender. The warm brothy rice served on the side made this a perfectly filling dinner. read more

I took my wife on a date here and the service food and drinks were excellent. The Bronzino was definitely the star of the show. The nonalcoholic drinks were delicious as well. read more

Met a friend for dinner at Othello - beautiful restaurant inside and out. Our server was also attentive and well informed. The food was good, not great. We ordered several tapas - - pickles: they were pickled radishes and cauliflower, they were okay, but probably wouldn't order again - whipped feta: great flavor but too salty. Also, didn't come with anything to dip it with?? Had to purchase bread separately (bread is homemade and is great). My recommendation is to up the price a little so bread can be included and curb the salt a touch. - Batatas Bravas: excellent take on this dish, would order again. - Kibbeh: also very good - seared octopus: my personal favorite of the night, the cannellini beans were a nice touch - half dozen oysters: these were good, their homemade vinegar sauce was excellent. All in all, enjoyed the night and will try this restaurant again. Cheers! read more

Othello - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Great ambience and amazing food! I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to try a new take on Mediterranean food.

The food, service, and bar ambiance was great. Beautiful florals at the bar. For food- I like spice and salt so I opted for the harissa bread with my olives and whipped feta. The bartender was great in recommending wine for my meal (went with a dry rose, but they let me sample a few options to make sure I would be happy with my selection). Had the harissa branzino for my dinner. Perfectly cooked and spiced. The side salad was the perfect compliment to the spicy fish. Was too full for dessert so I opted to take the baklava to go. VERY happy with that decision. Good serving size and very yummy balanced dessert. Not as crispy as others I've had but not a major detractor from the overall great favor and balance of pastry and filling. read more

Othello - Harissa bread, whipped feta, and olives - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Food was absolutely delicious. Service was amazing. They were extremely helpful explaining the menu and drink options. Beautiful ambiance perfect for a date night. read more

Othello - baba ganoush, batatas bravas, lamb shank. - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Went to brunch at Othello with a couple of friends. We arrived when they opened at 10:30 (with reservations) and were seated immediately. The place is small but has a nice airy vibe. There is a decent bit more seating outside on a cute patio. It has a covering but still seems like it could be hot sometimes. Service was very good. Sufficient and not too much. We tried a lot of things. Everything was good but several things were great. Favorites were the falafel balls & batatas bravas that were on special, fried cheese and the sweet potato (a weird concept for me that turned out to be very tasty). Would definitely go back and recommend to anyone. read more

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Cute new restaurant in Springfield. Note there's only street parking, and this place is small! Maybe 3-4 tables of 4 and 3-4 tables on 2. They do have an outside area and I'm unsure of how many tables are outside. The place is so cute and inviting. They serve all natural wines that are delicious. Our table of 3 ordered 4 appetizers, 1 main and 1 dessert. Everything is meant to be shared. The whipped feta we added the harissa bread and the sea salt and olive oil bread, it was light and the bread baked to order! The cucumber salad was delicious and light, the hamachi crudo tasted fresh and very well balanced with herbs. Our main was the roasted half chicken, amazing! It was our favorite dish of the night, the chicken was atop couscous in an onion raisin reduction. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the entire main was well balanced and delicious. I can't wait to go back and try more! read more

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Great new addition to Jacksonville. I went with 3 friends and we had drinks and split appetizers on their outdoor patio. We ordered the hummus, whipped feta, hamachi crudo and fattoush salad with all 3 bread offerings. All of the dishes were great, although I was surprised that they didn't have a pita bread or crisp offering with the dips. The presentation was great and all the food was fresh and light, with the bread fresh baked. The service was good and everyone was attentive, consistently checking in but not in an overbearing way. I'd highly recommend making the trip to Springfield. read more

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We dined in for brunch this morning with a reservation. We were seated immediately on the porch outside per our request which had plenty of shade on this sunny day. We shared the fried cheese and the patatas bravas (on special not on the menu). The cheese was fresh and beautifully fried. The potatoes melted in your mouth. The croque habibi was toasty with well seasoned sauce. The shakshuka was full of flavor and came with warm bread to savor all the sauce. The service was friendly although not super fast. The meal was expensive for brunch but we did also enjoy cocktails so we expected this. We would return. read more

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First, let me start by saying their whipped feta lives constantly rent free in my head. I dream about this stuff. Also, the chicken dish for dinner has the most amazing flavors. The croque habibti for brunch in the video has Serrano ham and an egg on top of you chose, so good. The service has always been perfect. They had an issue with their gift card service my friend had but they made it more than right to finish our experience. This is a little gem in the heart of Springfield. Make a resy for busy times to sit inside but their outdoor patio is covered and cute! read more

Othello - Dip board, yogurt, and the cheese sticks - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

New favorite spot in Jax! We had a Friday night reservation and were seated immediately--always a great start. There's convenient street parking, and the space itself is beautiful: modern, airy, and peaceful, especially with the evening sun pouring in through the windows. The menu is full of tempting options, and every dish we ordered was absolutely on point. The hamachi crudo was a standout--fresh, delicate, and bursting with flavor. The warm, house-baked bread with hummus was another favorite--simple, but perfectly done. Can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu. A great choice for a date night or a relaxed evening with friends! read more

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We stumbled upon Othello during a casual Sunday afternoon bike ride through Springfield and are so glad we did! The sweet hostess helped us to store our bikes in the courtyard so we could sit at the bar. Our bartender, Kenny, was helpful in explaining the menu and very attentive. We decided on the Smokeshow and Neighborhood Association from the cocktail menu- both absolutely delicious. From the variety of plates we sampled, 5 stars awarded across the board. Whipped feta? Say less. Paired with the harissa bread... Perfection! Batatas bravas: fluffy potato pillows in a scrumptious aoli- gimme 14 of 'em! If you like fish, I'm hearing the fried smelt hit the spot as well. Can't wait to some back for an entree and try the dessert! read more

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Delicious food and a warm, inviting atmosphere! We loved the Batatas Bravas, Sea Salt Olive Oil Bread, and perfectly cooked Butterflied Branzino. The Mojito and Smokeshow were excellent, and the Cheesecake was the perfect sweet finish. Highly recommend! read more

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Visited on a Saturday around 5:30pm and they were already bustling. Due to rain, the outdoor seating was closed. Didn't have a reservation and was informed they were fully booked. Went back to the car to find an alternative restaurant when the host found us and told us someone had called to cancel right after we left. How lucky! We got seated at the bar and ordered a glass of wine. Happy hour was until 6:30 so we ordered the fried smelt, half dozen oysters and shrimp cocktail from the HH menu. We also ordered the Baba Ghanoush with the olive oil and salt bread and Harissa bread. For the entree, we ordered the Butterflied Branzino to share. Everything we ordered came out fairly quickly and was delicious! Oysters were light and sweet and the shrimp were very jumbo. I especially enjoyed the fried smelt. It was lightly battered and fried and came with an aioli. The Baba Ghanoush was the best I've ever had and it was perfect with the olive oil and salt bread. The branzino was so flakey and warm and a bite with the fish and herb salad was perfection. Ended the evening with baklava. Couldn't go wrong. The restaurant is small and quaint and the staff was friendly and sweet. I even got a plant cutting to take home! What a great place for date night. I would 100% recommend this place.. just make sure to have a reservation! read more

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If I could give 10 stars I would! I was visiting Jax for the first time and it was recommended that I come to Othello before I leave. What an amazing dining experience it was! The staff were extremely pleasant and took great care of me from start to finish. All the food I had was absolutely delicious as someone who is really picky when it comes to Mediterranean food. Such unique combinations of flavors and textures I didn't know were possible. I almost didn't even want to leave! So if you're local or visiting Jax (like I was), I would highly recommend coming to Othello. I will be thinking about this place for a very long time, and you will too! read more

This place is as good as my friends and trusted coworkers told me! Wow! Not a lot of options which is great because I struggled enough with deciding what to get! The food we tried was delish! And well prepared ! The waitress (Elizabeth) was well informed on the menu and ready to answer all questions. We had the orange wine that we had been waiting to try, it did not disappoint! (Wine is $2 off at happy hour!) We tried the smelt, sooo good! I'd say it wasn't fishy at all. The flavor was perfect and like Elizabeth said the lime was a great touch! The olives were great as well! And they gave a perfect amount for 3 people! The table also tried the chorizo mushroom (vegan) , also yum! Seared octopus, so good and not chewy at all! They knew how to cook it! Beautifully seasoned! And the Branzino (fish) was great , not fishy, and well seasoned! A great portion size! Served with a salad! As well as the sweet potato which some how they have mastered cooking in a way I didn't know was possible! The ambiance was beautiful, loud, but not too loud, so fun, cozy like you're in a European restaurant! I can't wait to go back and try more! I highly recommend to all those looking for a food adventure ! read more

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We purchased three tickets ($35 each) for this restaurant's New Year's Eve event expecting a fun and well-run celebration. Unfortunately, it ended with a very frustrating and unprofessional experience. Upon arrival, we were given a small card to track drink orders. What was never clearly communicated by staff or signage was a small note at the bottom stating that if a tab wasn't closed, $75 plus tax and tip would automatically be added per ticket. Our group did not order any drinks or food at all, and nothing was written on our card. Because we didn't purchase anything, closing a tab was never even on our minds. Despite this, we later discovered an additional $290 was charged to our card after the event. It is incredibly irresponsible for a restaurant hosting a major holiday event to place the burden of "tab management" entirely on guests rather than their own staff. If nothing was ordered, there should be no tab to close and certainly no automatic charge. Policies like this should be clearly explained, not hidden in fine print on a small card. Even more disappointing was the restaurant's lack of accountability when we raised the issue. Charging customers hundreds of dollars for items that were never ordered reflects serious negligence in both service and billing practices. For a New Year's Eve event, where a venue is responsible for managing orders and tabs, this was a major failure in professionalism and guest care. After a near $400 on an evening we feel robbed and horrified by this experience. read more