I've been here a bunch of times, but it had been about a year since I had last visited Palm Valley…read moreOutdoors. It was a Thursday and my husband and I hadn't planned on doing anything that night, but the opportunity presented itself, so we headed that way. Anytime it's a nice day out, this place is going to be slammed. Why? Because they have prime real estate on the water, and a great view. We found parking pretty easily, then headed to the back to try and grab a seat at the bar. We lucked out and they had one seat, so I took the seat and my husband stood. I ordered a beer, and so did my husband. Staff was quick to grab our order. The view was great. They even had screens that they pulled down at the bar, so the sun wasn't hitting us too badly (it gets SUPER HOT, so it's a great feature). We saw they had a happy hour menu, with deals on some of their apps. We ordered the fish bites. I've had fish bites other places before and had an idea in my head of what I thought these would be. These weren't what I thought. They were cut into triangles. Now the presentation wasn't great, when they first brought them out I thought they were chicken nuggets. When I had one, it was good. It was pretty simple (salt/pepper, didn't look like any breding) and a roumalade sauce that was a bit spicier than I anticipated. I will say that in regards to food and beverage, you're paying for the view. The beer was pretty pricey, so just beware. I got to see some birds and the view from the water was nice.

Last time I was here I gave it 2/5 stars, but after this visit I'm changing it to a 3/5. The vibe…read moreis great right on the ICW with live music, indoor and outdoor seating, an outside bar, and boats and wave runners going by all day. The food was definitely better this time around. It's still a little pricey -- our bill for five people was around $400 with tip -- but overall it was a much better experience. Waiter was just ok , we had to remind him a few times of items and slow to take dirty plates away. At on time we had a pile going. If you're looking for a fun place to relax and enjoy the waterfront atmosphere, this is a great spot.

Great atmosphere and the Best Red fish sandwich I have had. Will go back very soon. Thanksread more

Nice tackle selection but operations suck. Palm Valley…read moreOutdoors )PVO) is the worse Bait Shop in JAX area, in my view. Early morning staff is often late, their hours differ on weekdays but No sign posting hours, They do not post a sign when they are out of bait. Also the Bait quality typically suck. Shrimp Quickly dies off. They need a better system to refresh water & keep it cool. The other day I waited 45 minutes for them to open only to find out they were out of Bait ! I avoid them whenever I can Until they straighten out operational mgmt.

The service is excellent and the menu is nicely explained, so the issue is what to order, because…read moreeverything sounds delicious. Best meal I have had in a long time.

We always enjoy Palm Valley Fish Camp! We've tried several dishes over the years and have honestly…read morenever been disappointed. Tonight we decided to try the chef's special and split the swordfish with goat cheese potatoes, green beans, and puréed corn. We also ordered a large side of their creamy grits and they were the perfect addition! The portion was HUGE. No matter how much we ate, it somehow still looked like we hadn't made a dent in them. We also started with oysters, which were delicious! Sorry no picture this time, they were gone too fast. For dessert, we tried the red velvet cream cheese cake. It was really good, although their bread pudding will always be my favorite. I was nice tonight and let the hubby pick. You really can't go wrong coming here for a nice dinner. The food is consistently good, the portions are generous, and it's one of those places we're always happy to come back to. I definitely recommend making a reservation, especially on a busy night, but you can get lucky as a walk-in. We walked in tonight and were seated with no wait! Another great dinner at Palm Valley Fish Camp!

Ok I get the hype!!! I'm not one to always crave BBQ, but Valley Smoke really blew it out of the…read morewater. After not being seen for about 30 minutes at another restaurant, we came over here and had the complete opposite experience. Only waited about 10-15 minutes and got seated outside with a beautiful view of the sunset on the water. I came with my boyfriend and his parents and we all split the 'Que for 4 Platter. It was the perfect amount and we even had a little bit left over. We go the mashed potatoes, green beans, and beans as the sides and everything was so delicious. I espescially loved the sausage and chicken. The waitress we had was kind and knowledgable. The house sauces were fantastic. Food was great. Views so beautiful. I'll be back!

Two couples met up for lunch at Valley Smoke in order to catch up as to what was going on in each…read moreother's lives. We arrived from two different directions at just about the same time and slowly walked into the restaurant together. We were immediately seated inside (Florida outdoor heat at noon, ugh ...) and ordered cool drinks while perusing the menu. Everyone selected different options along with two appetizers that were shared. The dining room offered a nice view of the intercostal waterway while we were able to talk among ourselves. Our lunch meal orders arrived at a good time, nothing was being rushed as the dining room was completely filled with hungry customers. A variety of sandwiches and an order of brisket tacos were placed before us and were all thoroughly enjoyed! Coffee was ordered to top off our meal and our leisurely lunch began to wind down. Our waiter was attentive, very pleasant and always touched base with us at just the right time! This was not our first visit to Valley Smoke Restaurant and it will certainly not be our last!

I have not been there in 25+ years. What a delight. The food was great especially the pumpkin bread…read moreand ambrosia salad. The crab cakes were delicious too. Reasonably priced, pretty water views and customer service extraordinary. We will return and when cooler will bring our dogs and enjoy the outdoor area.

Lunch today family visiting. Paige took excellent care of us…read more I had the cat fish over rice for sides Cole slaw and cheese grits. Excellent. Wife had the salad and added grilled chicken. It was yummy.

Had a wonderful adventure flood tide fishing for redfish with expert guide Jack Myers. Jack…read morecatches more fish than anyone I know, and he spot (and hear them) from a quarter to half mile away. Amazing! The fish weren't showing themselves like they sometimes do during flood tides, but we still got a few shots in. Paddling through the flats on a paddle board is the way to go. Can't wait to do it again!! Thanks for a beautiful day on the water!

The sunrise eco kayak tour is fantastic! I had a friend visiting who loves birding, and our guide…read moreHayden had all of the local ecological knowledge to share. The sunrise tour was stunning -- truly the most beautiful time to be on the water as the birds and critters wake up. We're planning to book another tour to do the bioluminescence paddle at night as well. This sunrise tour is going on my list of best things to do in Jax -- it's truly NE FL at its best. Everything was super easy to book and Hayden had our gear ready and waiting to go, so we were able to get right on the water and see the full sunrise over the river.

Our family loves to fish, but since we don't own a boat, that's where Captain Cory with 310…read moreCharters comes in. We have had the opportunity to fish with Captain Cory multiple times, and every trip has been a great experience. Whether you're looking to entertain a business client, fish a local tournament for fun, or simply spend quality time on the water with family and friends, he is the captain to call. What really sets Captain Cory apart is how great he is with kids. Our daughters always feel comfortable and confident on his boat. He took the time to teach one of our girls how to cast, and now she casts like a champion. Nothing makes a parent happier than watching their children light up while reeling in fish and making memories they'll never forget. Captain Cory works hard to put his guests on fish and make sure everyone has a fun, successful day on the water. As much as we'd love to keep him our family's best-kept secret, more families deserve the kind of experience we have every time we fish with him. We can't wait for our next trip with 310 Charters!

So much fun and amazing you catch your meal so amazing incredible the captain is friendly and…read moreknowledgeable kind and sweet awesome experience I learned a lot it is a unbelievable experience and plus you get tons of fish it is awesome bring family and friends relax catch fish enjoy you learn a lot and thank you so much for everything you done for the community hugs Happy spring everyone From Lauren

Always consistently great food and fast service. They can fit a lot of people in at this location.read more

I like this place for their pizza but somehow I always end up getting the wings. It's just…read moresomething about oven roasted wings that does it for me. Especially with all the herbs and spices that they add. I had the Calabrian wings per usual and they were amazing. I really like their ranch as well.

The best place ever! So peaceful and beautiful and fun great place to get away from the crowds and…read morewonderful place to be exercise relax have fun! Have a nice picnic and chill beautiful wildlife enjoy perfect for dates and romantic activities and enjoy the weather and the water it is magnificent beautiful! Very peaceful and calming and relaxing incredible I love it so much my favorite place! Happy summer everyone! From Lauren

We have been meaning to get into kayaking for a few years now but finally bit the bullet on a new…read moretandem kayak. How lucky we are to have a kayak launch this close to our house. Nocatee Kayak Launch is located directly across the intracoastal from Palm Valley Outdoors. There is plenty of room for parking and a launch that is accessible in all tides. This kayak Launch is open to everyone. There were a few people posted up around the launch area fishing. Everyone was very friendly. The launch itself is technically in a no wake zone although some boats don't adhere to this so make sure you brace yourself for the occasional big wake. On our trip we saw many birds and turtles. Others we know have seen dolphins in the area. You will see lots of houses on the water (especially if you go north) but there are still plenty of interesting side channels and wildlife if you stick to the edge of the water. If you are in the area and want to get on the water this is the place for you!