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

Ohhhh really liked this new place in Springfield! Beautiful, beautiful build out! Inside is pretty small with maybe 8 tables and a bar, out back a pretty patio fully covered from the sun( thank you! ) with a bathroom. Just walking in I was impressed, felt like a place you would want to hang out! Now to the food we came for brunch which is a smaller menu, we got a bunch and shared: Fried cheese- delicious! i think it was halloumi (?) cheese fried and drizzled with honey, we all loved this! Breakfast spread- a breakfast charcuterie board! it was so simple but so delicious! Fresh flavors popping out everywhere! The ladies loved it guys might need more hearty Croque Habibti- classic french dish with twist, we of course added the egg, now this thing was hearty! Huge, dripping with cheese, ham, egg! so good! Spanish Tortilla- interesting not sure what I was expecting but this was different, a slice of like potato, spinach quiche with a sweet tomato sauce Sweet Potato- roasted served with tahini, oil, and like a chimichurri sauce on top, didn't love it, would skip this next time All around really enjoyed our Sunday Brunch here! read more

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What a perfect date night restaurant! Service is phenomenal and the ambiance is so relaxing. Mocktails were excellent as well as the oysters, olives, half-roasted chicken, and patas brava. I can't wait to go back soon. read more

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

I overly love this restaurant! This was some of the freshest food that I've had. They serve Mediterranean flavors with some amazing cocktails and wine. The batatas bravas, which are fried potato balls were really good and I'm surely going back for them! Their sea salt and olive oil bread goes very well with the whipped feta but they have different varieties of bread and dips. I also enjoyed the citrus spritz cocktail and the oysters! The staff and owners were so welcoming and it is truly a vibe here. Highly recommend checking out the experience for yourself. read more

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This restaurant was amazing! It's still pretty new but they really have an amazing team and concept here. The restaurant is open and very visually appealing. I love that you have the option for inside or out. And can get a peak into the kitchen from the dining area. The food is very good. The menu rotates which I enjoy as this typically means things are fresh and in season. We had the breakfast spread, fried cheese (this was my absolute favorite, dreamed about it for days after), croque habibti, sweet potato, French toast, patatas, baklava, and the latte with honey and almond milk. There was not a single thing on the menu we didn't love! The service was extraordinary, the recommendations were perfect, the servers were knowledgeable and on top of providing a superior and comfortable experience. I can't wait to return. read more

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100000% the food was outstandingly delicious we got to meet the chef he comes from New York oh man it was so good. The atmosphere was pleasant and beautiful and calming and the waitress was excellent. People were friendly. Place was just perfect. I haven't seen a nice restaurant like that in a long, long time. read more

Othello - It's my husband, his brother and his son and of course, the excellent chef. It was an extraordinary pleasant pleasant night. - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I don't think anyone is preparing food this good in all of Jacksonville. Fresh, delicious, creative, amazing dishes. Great staff, great atmosphere, always impressed. read more

I'm blown away by this restaurant! The interior is so chic and welcoming. The restaurant itself seems to be in a small neighborhood which gives charm to such a delightful place. THE FOOD IS PHENOMENAL. The Za'atar bread is full of flavor, and the chicken had to be some of the best cooked I've experienced. Super fresh tasting with incredible flavors. The staff is another great trait of the restaurant as well. They made me feel right at home with great recommendations, and I was never without an empty glass or stomach. read more

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I will start that this is such a cute restaurant nestle away inside Springfield. When walking in it feels warm and inviting. The staff greeted us promptly and had our table waiting (we had a reservation). Our server was excited to tell us about the menu and provide suggestions or explanations as needed. Now as far as the food, everything we ordered was great! The only thing I'd say is the cucumber salad wasn't as flavorful as the rest of the dishes. But everything else was full of flavor without being overly salted which usually is hard with this many dishes being served. Over all we had a great experience and our food was great. PS don't forget to ask about the desert menu before you get full like we did lol. Can't wait to return to this place again more and more in the future. read more

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I was very excited to hear about Othello's opening. Let's start with the exceptional. Service at Othello is outstanding. The staff work together to create a seamless experience and I was truly grateful when the hostess grabbed me a fresh napkin after noticing I dropped mine on the floor. Everything ran very smoothly and multiple people stopped by to clear plates throughout the evening. The bartender even hand delivered drinks! Now, the food. I was very unimpressed with the food at Othello. We tried a number of small plates to get a good taste for what they had to offer. Our two favorites were the batatas bravas and the seared octopus. The bravas were crispy and came with a delicious garlic sauce. The seared octopus was light and refreshing. The hummus was very standard, nothing to write home about. You have to order bread separately for it (or eat it by the spoonful I guess??) and we tried both the sea salt and olive oil and the za-atar. They were both just okay. Our last small plate was the cucumber salad and that left much to be desired- like flavor. We hardly touched it and didn't take up the offer to bring it home. The baklava was pretty standard, not the best in Jacksonville but not the worst. The bottom layer seemed slightly undercooked. The restaurant itself is very charming, albeit small. To access the restroom you have to go outside through the uncovered patio- lovely on a beautiful evening and my hair and I were grateful it hadn't been raining. I drove right by the place at first and double backed for some less than desirable street parking that later prompted my friend to walk me to my car for safety concerns. Final verdict? I don't think I'll be making the trek to Springfield again to visit this place or offering it up as a recommendation to friends. Truly disappointing as the staff is incredible but the food lacks the oomph to make it worth the trip. read more

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I absolutely LOVED Othello!! The ambiance is fantastic- it looks chic, worldly, but approachable. It reminds me of a restaurant you'd see in a big city like Chicago or NYC (I lived in Chicago for 10 years, so this is a very high compliment!). The food and service also completely live up to the look of it. We were celebrating our anniversary and it was acknowledged from the moment our hostess seated us, to our server, who gave us complimentary champagne. This is not a requirement for me, by any means, but it just really shows their attention to detail. It seems that our server was having some trouble and the service was a little slow, but the owner herself came over and took our orders. We were also given a free sweet potato appetizer (4.5/5) for the trouble, which was not necessary, but still very appreciated! Now on to the food! We started with the seared octopus (5/5) which my husband was VERY reluctant to try after bad experiences with octopus in the past, but he was pleasantly surprised to find that it wasn't chewy at all. I loved the flavor combination of the tomato and the cannellini beans and how their texture provided a nice balance to the slightly crispy edges of the octopus. We also had the Za'atar bread (5/5) , which was warm, doughy, deliciousness. I can't wait to try the harissa one next time. The fattoush salad (5/5) was great too, though I love fattoush salad so I may be biased. We shared the roasted half chicken entree (5/5), which I loved. I sometimes think ordering chicken is the safe, boring choice, but the unique elements of this dish- the raisins, sweet onion relish, almonds, and saffron jus- give it a distinctive flavor unlike anything you'll find in a traditional American roasted chicken preparation. We finished with the baklava (5/5) which I described to a friend as "pistachio-forward" haha. I happen to love pistachios so that worked well for me, but if you don't then it may not be your favorite. Overall, Othello is one of the best restaurants I've tried in Jacksonville and it's a wonderful addition to the Jacksonville culinary scene! I can't wait to go back. read more

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Perfect. This place is so good. The atmosphere and service is all amazing. There are some dishes that aren't amazing but over all you can't really go wrong. All the spreads are really good. Lamb is unreal - it's moist, doesn't have the gamey smell, and the rice is amazing. French toast at brunch is delicious and creamy. It's like a custard or bread pudding more than French toast. Smelt - fantastic - crispy and delicious read more

I had the chance to eat here last weekend and the food was utterly fantastic. This is exactly what Springfield needs and I really hope the community comes out and not only supports this local business, but brings family and friends too. Everything was beyond my expectations. I can't wait to try their brunch menu! read more

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Since moving to Jax from Miami I have been missing a great unique restaurant with great food and good vibes. Othello fills the void. The cocktails that I had were fantastic and had unique flavors in familiar form. If you like Bourbon I recommend the "Neighborhood Association" I also had "The Dirtiest" martini that was familiar but elevated. I look forward to trying others next time. I ordered eggplant dip and zaa'tar bread that was rustic and reminded me of fresh chewy bread baked in the local village "fournos" in Greece I also tried the tender seared Octopus over cannellini beans that was delicious, paired with a nice fresh salad. 10/10 , the staff was friendly and knew how to cook and make cocktails. I'm excited to go back and try more. read more

Othello - The Dirtiest Martini, a classic but with a unique complexity. - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Ah, Othello serves all my favorite things! Great first experience here for a girls night happy hour. I made a reservation for 4:30 and arrived at 4:25. Everyone in the restaurant looked at me and told me they weren't open yet. Thankfully they let me stand inside for 5 minutes since it was raining outside. Right at 4:30 they seated me and my friends. Service was great! 5 stars- seriously. Very attentive and knowledgeable. They just got their liquor license, so they do have a couple cocktails. The highlight for me was the unique natural wine list. I had 2 glasses of monastrell and LOVED it! We got the tinned fish platter which included tuna pate or sardines (we got tuna), baba ganoush, feta dip, hummus, olives, bread, and pickled veggies. We added an extra fresh baked zatar bread by the servers recommendation. Delicious! The baba ganoush was my favorite. We also loved the little circle potatoes and the sauce they were on top of. I enjoyed the octopus and beans dish, but do wish there were bigger chunks of the octopus or that it was not cut up. The amount of octopus was small compared to all of the beans. They did not have any happy hour prices, but plan to in the future. The space itself is absolutely beautiful! Very cute neighborhood cafe serving up some unique and delicious small plates. I will be back soon! read more

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Othello! Hidden gem!!!!! We started with the Salt & Olive Oil and Zaatar & Harissa breads -- fresh, fluffy, and perfect for dipping into the silky hummus and smoky babaganoush. The falafel, Batatas Bravas, and seared octopus were all spot-on, each bite packed with flavor. We ordered a second plate of the Bravas, a definite favorite. But the roasted chicken? Absolutely out of this world. Juicy, tender, seasoned to perfection -- easily one of the best chicken dishes I've ever had anywhere. We also tried the Branzino, which was beautifully done -- light, flaky, very delicious-- but the chicken absolutely stole the show. Othello nails the mix of flavor, atmosphere, and service. If you go (and you should), don't leave without ordering the roasted chicken -- it's unforgettable. read more

This should definitely be your next go to place when looking for date night or a good dinner with friends! Let me start out by saying they did a wonderful job with the space, it's so chic and elevated yet playful and inviting. Springfield is dying for more restaurants like this one. The service was also top notch, we were served by Kate who gave us this amazing recommendation on a delicious red wine (not pictured). As for the food itself it was so rich and decedent the mix of spice and flavor really showed their care in the art of food. We decided to get a few things and share, in order to get a taste of the menu. The half chicken was arguably one of the juiciest I've ever had, simply melted in your mouth good. 10/10 read more

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We came in hungry and waked out satisfied! We ordered the patatas bravas, French toast, fried cheese, appetizer platter, and much more. We ate everything! Walking in the ambiance was so beautifully decorated offering the perfect vibes for brunch. Staff was so amazing and offered great suggestions through the meal. Everything was freshly made and made to perfection. My favorite dish was the fried cheese and patatas bravas. But everything was notable, can't go wrong with what you order. read more

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Othello is one of my favorite dining spots. The food, the staff, the experience, the ambience; absolutely everything! We usually order an array of items and share, trying different dishes each time. One of my more recent delights there was the Caesar. I have never had another like it, & they serve it so that it can be easily shared. read more

Went here for Valentine's Day and had the best time! The space is beautiful and has a very cozy/intimate feel, so it was perfect for the holiday. I also appreciated that they didn't do a prix fixe menu. The food was awesome, we got the oysters, patatas bravas, the duck entree that was on special, and of course their house bread. Everything was delicious, not to mention the cocktails too! I'll definitely be back read more

Othello - Duck breast special + bread with harissa - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Such a cute, trendy new place that just opened up in Springfield, perfect for date night or a night out with the girls. The ambience, service and attention to detail are top notch and 5/5! When you step into Othello you definitely feel like you've been transported to a restaurant in Europe. They killed it with the design and decor. The food was good and fresh but my bf and I felt like something was missing to really WOW us like we've heard from others. The tin fish board was the best way to try the dips, pickles, bread and choice of tin fish. We chose the sardines and they were great. The olives were different and had a nutmeg or cinnamon taste which didn't seem to go with the rest of the plate. The octopus had great flavor but I'd say had too many beans. The textures of the octopus and beans were too similar - I wish the octopus was a bit more chargrilled to add a list crisp texture. Our favorite plate was the Batatas Bravas. Crispy pillowy potatoes with a garlic and oil sauce, very good! The Serrano ham was also very good and reminded us of the Jámon we had in Portugal. I'd like to revisit Othello in a couple months to try some additional items and see how our opinions of the food differ. The server did tell us the menu will change often which is exciting! read more

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So happy to see the success of this new restaurant from the family of Zodiac, a Mediterranean restaurant downtown that closed during the pandemic. Beautiful ambiance, nice and attentive staff and, of course, outstanding food. Taking one star off only because they are still working out some bumps in their cocktail menu, but the wine list is solid. If you want to witness the "new Jacksonville" -- modern, trendy, unique -- this is the spot. Could easily picture a place like this in DC or New York. Can't wait to go back! read more

Othello - Tinned fish plate, olive oil and sea salt bread and Serrano ham. - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

We've been here twice now. We immediately booked another bar spot after our last trip! It's quaint and cozy. The ambiance feels as of your st a dinner party at the chef's house. The lighting is just right. It's not bet loud as there are only a few tables inside. They have an absolutely gorgeous courtyard. The food though....oh, my goodness! We've had the database bravas, best I've had! Crispy, chewy, and just the right amount for sharing. Infact everything is meant to be shared! We've also shared the tin board, hummus, baba ganoush. All amazing! Zataar bread and the Marissa bread. The beads are so fresh and piping hot, chewy!!! Last night we had the oysters, delish, simple, fresh!!! For our mains. I had the lamb shank served with rice and a poached pear to die for but huge! My husband had the roast chicken with couscous. Also delish and tender. We've had the branzino before and I would highly recommend that if you prefer seafood! Lastly, we order the mezcal cocktail with hot honey and the bourbon Tiki style cocktail. Both so good, we just shared back and forth read more

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Ambiance and service def 5 star. Such a cute place with lots of attention to detail. Love all the nods to the family who operates and owns the business patio is super cute and the deco is on point. Tables inside the restaurant are a bit close together so just be ready for that. The apps or tapas style food was all wonderful the whipped feta, the bread, and the Serrano ham was amazing. Love the spice on the zaatar bread!! The shrimp cocktail was presented very nicely my bf said needed a bit more flavor tho in the boil they cook it in. We had the lamb and the chicken as mains. The chicken had crispy skin and great flavor on the jus with it. Chicken was moist and very tasty. Onions were a nice touch. The lamb was very nicely presented on the bone but the absence of a sauce or gravy with it made it not look super appetizing. The flavor was good I think just needs some refinement. The poached pear served with it was very good!!! Dessert was great tried the baklava and the rice pudding the pudding was refreshing and had some orange segments and pistachios with it. The baklava was traditional and yummy would have loved a bit more sugar syrup to top it off. I love that it's in the neighborhood and can't wait to go and try brunch!! Kudos and good work!! read more

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Othello is an excellent dining experience. The food is served promptly, with appetizers full of bold and well-balanced flavors. The sharable entrees are generous in portion and exceptionally delicious. I look forward to returning for another memorable meal. read more

Othello - Hummus , Sea Salt and Olive Oil Bread , and Kibbeh Mousseline - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Othello has amazing food, amazing wine list and great vibes! Can't go wrong with the menu but the lamb shank & hummus were standout

Amazing food. Mezza plate and lamb shank to die for. Great vibes as well. Cant wait to go back!

We had reservations on a Thursday at the bar and we seated immediately when we arrived. The inside is beautiful and there is a nice outside patio as well. The bartender was very nice and answered any questions we had about the menu or their favorite things on the menu. This definitely is a restaurant for sharing, which we knew before coming, and I loved everything we ordered. I got one drink the pink and white which was very pretty and delicious, not too sweet but not overly strong either. My favorite was the tinned fish plate which had all of the dips and some picketed vegetables and olives and a spicy tuna pate which was the best tuna I have ever had. The fried smelt I loved, simple but delicious and the sauce made it even better. We also got the sweet potato over tahini which the tahini really enhanced the potato and made it taste so rich and creamy. The falafel were so crunchy and delicious. The chorizo mushrooms and couscous were so good, I've never had couscous before but it as so light and fluffy. You do have to order bread separately but the sea salt bread was so delicious and came out warm, the size was good for two or three people. I would love to come back here and honestly just order drinks and the dips, it was a great place to catch up with friends and have a longer more chill dinner. read more

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One of the best (if not the best) restaurant in the Springfield Jax area. Atmosphere was perfect (lighting, seating, temp). Drinks were made to perfection. Even when the crowd picked up, bartender was attentive. I order the fish board. Will be coming back :) read more

This place is doing all the right things! I was so surprised to hear that they're a fairly new restaurant that hasn't been open for very long because our experience was pretty much perfect. The ambiance was wonderfully calming and cozy. The hostess was so sweet and accommodating even though we didn't have a reservation. We sat at the bar and still had as good of an experience as we would've sitting at a table. Lexi and Caz behind the bar were so helpful and had many great suggestions. Although they were out a few things being that it was the last dinner service of the week (saturday), we took it as a positive sign that the food was very good, and we were right. The whipped feta with bread was creamy, tangy and well seasoned. The shrimp cocktail was so fresh and delicious (we attempted to order another order, but they sold out while we were still there, it's that GOOD). The hamachi crudo was an intriguing pallet cleanser to end our meal. Also shoutout again to Lexi for the lovely wine suggestion and my cocktail "The Tea" was so good, very well balanced and tasty. read more

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A historic building nestled in an adorable neighborhood, the seating is limited, so make reservations. The food and the service was out of this world! read more

Othello - Lamb - Seafood Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Celebrated a birthday here last night. Excellent experience. Highly recommend! Everything we had was delicious and well prepared, the space was comfortable, and overall and enjoyable evening. read more

Drinks were delicious and this restaurant is beautiful! An exceptional spot for date night.

Went this past Friday night for a date night. Had a reservation at the bar. First time and won't be the last. Caz was fantastic. Everything she recommended hit the nail on the head! Couldn't have asked for a better first impression and won't be the last. Will definitely come for the food, but also for the exceptional service from Caz as well! 10/10 would recommend. read more

Fresh seafood, candlelight, bar, and open kitchen. Exquisite. It is street parking but I always find a spot available.

Absolutely authentic and delicious food. Service was extraordinary and upscale atmosphere. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

Lovely ambiance, amazing, memorable,delicious food, but what really makes this place special is the experience created by the staff. Our server Caz was so knowledgeable and fun!! She helped us with a wine selection and made us feel like VIP's the whole time. We shared the whipped feta which is divine! The hummus, & some of their breads then shared the roasted chicken that was perfectly cooked and the lamb shank which was well seasoned and melted in your mouth. read more

Beautiful restaurant and an excellent meal from start to finish. The foods have wonderful flavors!!!! The appetizers, the Kibbeh, and the the falafel were delicious, the lamb was exquisitely tender, and the rice was just perfect. The . Lamb melted in our mouth, a 32- oz. lamb shank, which was huge and plenty for two people with plenty of food left over! The baklava is delicious-- out of this world ---and was so well prepared that it melted in your mouth. grab a nice box to go for your best friend. Overall, a wonderful experience that we highly recommend! read more

Wow!!! What an amazing place!!! Didn't even know this place was here, the food was absolutely amazing. We ordered a bunch of different things and nothing disappointed. This has probably been one of the top restaurants in Jacksonville. Absolutely delicious read more