I went to Whiskey Cake for a party which was in a nice size private room. Our server Christina was…read morefabulous! There were roughly 15 people at the party and she kept the food and drinks coming all night with a friendly smile. I started with the guava gimlet made with Wheatley Vodka, guava, pineapple, simple and lime. It was sweet and refreshing. We were served a few appetizers including creamy artichoke dip served with homemade chips which were tasty. My friend and I ordered the charcuterie board which hit the spot! You could top the meat cheeses and sauces on to either homemade crackers or French bread. I highly recommend the board if you are looking for something light.

Alright Jacksonville, Whiskey Cake did NOT disappoint!…read more First things first, if you're visiting on a weekend, MAKE A RESERVATION! This place gets busy! Luckily, we were waiting for someone in our party, so the wait wasn't too bad. Now the FOOD? Absolutely AMAZING! Everything from the chicken and waffles to the sandwiches, breakfast plates, and sweet treats was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The drinks were refreshing, service was excellent, and even the bathrooms were spotless! The restaurant itself has a really cool, rustic atmosphere. My only two minor complaints were the seating and noise. If your party is larger than 5-6 people, you may end up sharing a high-top table with another group, separated by a small divider. We also got seated toward the back near a group that was EXTREMELY loud. Listen, I'm all for having a good time, but WHEW, they were enjoying themselves enough for everybody! Outside of those two things, I really enjoyed the experience! Great food, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Those minor seating issues are the only reason I'm giving it a 4.5 instead of a perfect 5. We'll absolutely be back because brunch was fantastic, but now I need to see what that DINNER menu is talking about! Shoutout to our amazing server Stephanie as well, oh guys this place takes tap to pay !!

I always have a fun time when I come for name that tune. They have so many other events to check…read moreout as well! It's such a cool place! And they have such cool drinks! Beer for those who aren't so into bourbon (a great selection too. Seasonal rotations even!) Otherwise a bunch of good stuff. My fave is sexual chocolate - very much frozen hot chocolate type vibes. Also every single person on staff is absolutely wonderful.

Here's a natural English Yelp review translation:…read more I had a very relaxing and safe experience at this bar. The interior is bright, clean, and beautifully maintained. I'm actually not a big fan of whiskey or strong drinks, but I still really enjoyed sitting at the counter, listening to music, and watching the bartenders at work--it was very calming. The parking situation was a bit of a challenge, but I suppose that also helps keep the place from getting too crowded, which makes for a more comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere.

Such a cool experience! A TRUE speakeasy--the entrance was definitely not what I expected! We were…read moreclearly looking a little lost when a bystander asked, "Are you looking for the speakeasy?" Thankfully, they pointed us toward the barbershop entrance. Definitely appreciated that! Once inside, I loved the entire speakeasy vibe. The bartender was so sweet and took the time to thoroughly explain the drinks. One even came with an awesome fire presentation! Great atmosphere, great drinks, and such a fun experience. I would absolutely return!

Stopped into Volstead Speakeasy on a Wednesday night as a walk-in and had no trouble grabbing a…read moreseat at the bar. The aesthetic is unique with a relaxed atmosphere. I'll let the photos from other reviews do the talking, but if you enjoy a good backstory, ask about the history of the space. My mission for the night was simple: end the evening with a great gin cocktail. I started with the Donna Bella from the menu. It was well made, but I thought the bitters were a little too forward for my taste. Next, I asked for an off-menu modification: a Water Lily for Teresa, but made with Roku Gin. It was a strong contender--aromatic, balanced, and beautifully floral. If you're a fan of a French 75, this is a fun cocktail to explore. It's less citrus-forward and leans into a floral profile with a character that's hard to compare to anything else. For the final round, I went with bartender's choice. Mick asked a few questions about my flavor preferences and absolutely nailed it. They crafted a cocktail with Roku gin, snap pea cordial, aloe liqueur, egg white, lemon simple, mint, and citrus that was easily the highlight of the night. Fresh, layered, and memorable, it's a drink that deserves a permanent spot on the menu....Mission accomplished. If you're willing to wander beyond the barbershop business front and you consider yourself a spirit explorer, Volstead is well worth the visit. Go for a round...or two. If you're local, this could easily become your staple spot. For what it is, strong craft cocktail bar option. Bartenders choice is the way to go.

The food is amazing and the staff is knowledgeable of the menu and very friendly and polite to the…read moreguest. I love this place

This was my first visit to this restaurant. The fried pickles were the best I have ever had and…read morethe blackened salmon was delicious and cooked perfectly. The collard greens were bland and the cornbread was super dry. Our main concern was with our server Vic. She dropped food down and disappeared for so long we ended up having to ask someone to get her. When she finally came and we were literally almost done eating, drinks empty- she said "what do you need?" Like we were a bother. It was not busy and usually I give grace but her service and attitude left much to be desired. There are many other bbq places in jax that have really flavorful sides and better service

Excellent bartenders/mixologists . Sean is our fave . Weekend live bands in the back room , lounge…read moreareas , can order from nearby electric dough and pizza (they deliver to you at grape and grain) . Chill vibes .

F bomb this place went in with my family We were not…read morewelcome. We sat at the bar wait all of the bartenders clearly each one be hanging out with a customer/ best friend on the clock because that where they been the whole time. Ambiance looks friendly clearly not you have to be friend with the bartenders or a regular to get some damn service. By the time I full got someone attention I was over it don't get a drink food nothing. We Walked out and went to Tavern so much better

this bar was really neat, i enjoyed the ring toss i thought that was fun. drinks were good, service…read morewas good. it was a fun time

Solid bar, bartenders, ambiance, space outback, local photo op spot & my favorite, Mario kart!!read more

Great place for a cool cocktail. I had a Mai tai and it was delicious. Nice selection of bourbons…read moreand beers too. Didn't eat. Nice bartenders who turned on the baseball game we wanted to watch.

Came here on a Thursday night after a work function and wanted to just relax and have some drinks…read more To our surprise there was an amazing pizza and wing menu that we went overboard on. 2 big orders of wings and 2 pizzas for 8 of us; know what...make that 4 each! (Yeah, 2 was plenty but damn it was soooo good! Drinks were plentiful and just the right amount of mix. Servers were on point and made sure we were alright. It was also trivia night! Write down the answers and bid your points. Put those phones away because cheaters get called out and disqualified! We had a lot of fun and it was a great spot with plenty of parking across the street.

Nice vibe, drinks expensive, staff didn't recognize my government state issued ID which was annoyingread more

What a fun place especially online dancing night Saturdays 9 PM lessons. People are really fun at…read morethis place and the set up is perfect with spaciousness and ample room for the dance floor. The DJ was really fun and I can't wait to go back.

I decided to give this place a shot while free for lunch one day and was pleasantly surprised. This…read morehas been my favorite restaurant of 2026 so far from the quality ingredients making up the food to the superb service offered by the staff. I got here as they opened on Sunday, and it got packed relatively quickly. I'd recommend having a reservation if you're planning to visit during busier timeframes like this. I was seated promptly by attentive staff, and quickly had both food and drink menus to begin ordering. I was looking for something tasty without being too heavy, and settled on the Little Hans Vienna Lager along with the 8 oz steak burger and fries. The beer had amazing flavor similar to Devil's Backbone Vienna Lager with a good, crisp finish. The burger meal, described with "Tillamook cheddar cheese, caramelized onion & bacon jam, beef fat aioli, grilled potato roll, truffle fries", was arguablely the best burger and fries I've ever had in my life. Everything tasted fresh, and the flavor of the wood-fired grill certainly complemented the meat. The house-made pickles were a great touch to add another layer of complexity to the burger. I could tell the fries were fresh cut and never frozen. The truffle oil made these even more amazing. The manager offered and brought a special sauce to try that they normally serve with their chicken chicken sandwich that was superbly tasty and tangy. More than impressed with my entree, I elected to try a desert and was recommended the S'mores pie by my waitress. The deliciously buttery crust was my favorite part of the ensemble and blended well with the savory chocolate filling topped with a toasted marshmallow. While a bit pricey for lunch compared to most places, I was more than satisfied with the offerings provided here and would love to visit Ember and Iron again. Give my number one choice of 2026 thus far some love!

Great ambiance and service. The cocktails were very good as well. My partner ordered the Filet…read morewhich was a very good piece of meat. She ordered medium rare but it came out medium well. I ordered the rib eye medium. The rib eye was mostly fat. I expect some with this cut but it was too much. The side for both dishes were very good. We ordered the corn bread in cast iron and it was excellent. I hate giving bad reviews but I have to this time. We won't complain during the meal either. I apologize for this review but going out a meal is special and we expected more.

I love this bar! Such a fun spot to grab a drink and catch up with friends. So happy this spot is…read moreso close to my neighborhood

I came here randomly on Cinco de Mayo with my sister and a friend…read more Let's get into the food first. I ordered a full pulled pork sandwhich. The pulled pork sandwhich itself was actually good. I enjoyed the sandwhich. They do not have fries as a side, chips are the closest it gets. If you want a side other than chips, it's an up charge. The service started off really good. The gentleman who initially took our order and fixed our drinks was really nice and helpful. Unfortunately a young lady gave our food away to another table who came way after and ordered after. Instead of being empathetic on the mixup initially. we were told "it's cinco de mayo". I did appreciate and love the low lighting inside of the restaurant and I like how there's outdoor seating as well. It was a nice ambiance for a pub.