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Southern River Walk

4.4 (79 reviews)
ModerateBars, American
Open • 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
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Live music
Divey
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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David K.

I had identified two possibilities for lunch. A local convinced me this is a far better choice than Seagles so I took her advice. Glad I did. It's a local hangout, kind of shabby, with none of the polish of Seagles, which, because it looks nice and it's closer to the waterfront is where the tourists tend to go. After being assured by my waitress that the crab cakes indeed have lots of crab and are "really amazing" that's what I got. It comes with three sides so I chose fries, hush puppies, and fried okra. Served with a lemon wedge, remoulade, and a cute little lettuce garnish on the side, too small to be called a salad. They were pretty good; I've had far worse and I've had better. A decent amount of crab, nicely browned, held together well, but more Old Bay than I'd like. Good portion size. I wasn't disappointed. A bottle of hot sauce was offered, not the usual brand. The fries were the spicy battered type, probably not made in house but were good. Hush puppies crunchy and not greasy, sweet, excellent. Fried okra? I guess good if you like okra. I always have to try it when offered and reach the same conclusion: it's only meant for thickening gumbo. I sat outside on the back patio with a view of the bar. What entertainment! A loud animated conversation between one local "Jimmy" and two of his friends carried on the entire time I was there. I don't know what they were talking about, the topic seemed to change from minute to minute - and sometimes in mid-sentence. Liberally peppered with words and phrases narrow-minded people consider vulgar. I was so amused. At one point Jimmy noticed they weren't alone and shouted out to the room (just me and one other party of 2) "Sorry about my language, I hope none of y'all are from a church group or nothin." I just kind of grinned and told him to carry on. On the way out I asked at the front desk, remarked that Jimmy was hilarious and asked if he was a regular. Indeed he was, and there's a "Beware of Jimmy" sign hanging over the bar in his honor! Mostly national beer brands at the bar, but also two Georgia beers on tap. I asked about cider and they had one: an Angry Orchard from New York. That's really terrible cider but I got one anyway. I wasn't in the mood for a cocktail and I don't like beer. My waitress was wonderful. She had good advice on the food, checked on me frequently, and always called me by endearments, switching between "baby", "honey", and "darling". I tipped her $10 on a $25 meal. What can I say? I'm a sucker for Southern charm.

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Greg S.

202509181755 Open seating, no wait, pool tables, ATM, electronic jukebox, bar, few video games. Young female servers tightly dressed. Good drinks. Locals come in carrying their personal pool sticks. Friendly service, good, drippy juicy burger, golden brown crunchy fries. Just one block from the marina. Popular place for locals.

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Suzanne L.

Look for the French Quarter sign but walk thru the dining room and come to the back for the patio. You can have full bar, dine in, & listen to cool music. Today is some cool blues! Down side is allowed smoking establishment- so if thats not your vibe try the bar in the front, although its kinda dark in there but have great games and Tvs to watch the games too

Loved the shrimp, m&c, and hushpuppies!
Crystal S.

If you're driving by and see restaurant sign that's says "French Quarters," you just gotta stop in to check it out. We went around the back where there was outside seating and a live band playing. The waiter was super friendly, and we didn't have to wait a long time to get out of food. We started off with the Calamari, and I have to say it was some of the best I've had. I went with the fried shrimp with a side of mac and cheese. Everything was really good My husband had the wings. I think they were with the sweet chili sauce. He really liked them but did consider asking for a little more sauce. My son had the kids' tender meal with fries and loved it. We definitely plan to return and try other items on the menu.

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Jeanine I.

Excellent lunch spot by the Southern River Walk! The chili, pulled pork sandwich, and smash burger were absolutely delicious--highly recommend all three! Perfect place to grab a bite while enjoying the scenic views. I'll definitely be back when I'm in town again. YUM!

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Dee S.

After looking at my page - I usually go for a BLT- this one was by far amazing *the cook did an amazing job !

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Linda V.

Here at the St Marys Community Market, every Sat 9am-1am. Not many vendors but good quality-jams, bread, honey, desserts, one jewelry maker (bought 2 pair earrings) and a lady with nice paintings some of African focus (told her about American Beach/Museum in Fern. Bch with African history and community). Enjoyable here, laid back and quaint. Looking forward to Seafood Festival 1st weekend in Oct. 2023!

Shrimp Alfredo ($17).

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2 months ago

One of my favorite places to eat downtown St. Mary's. Service is always good and the food is awesome!

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They have cheap beer in the afternoon. I have never eaten there but I might some day.

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Great service and the food was delicious. Some really interesting combinations. Great selection of beer.

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Food and staff super nice. Lots of locals hang out here so it can be very lively. But super fun to watch the interactions.

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1 year ago

Amazing chicken Kabobs. Large enough to share. It comes with two sides. So we both got a side salad and shared one dinner. Delicious.

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1 year ago

MAHI MAHI great, wife had crab cakes loved them. Sides were great as well. Service was outstanding.

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We had fried calamari, chicken zingers and nachos grande and all were delicious! This place never disappoints and waitstaff is great!

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1 year ago

I liked the catfish poboy I got and the waitress was majestic in her service and kindness. We were also offered to-go cups for our drinks.

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Service was great! Fast and friendly. The food was awesome. Definitely give this place a try when you are in the area.

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Captain Seagles Seafood Restaurant and Saloon
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1st time trying this place and it was great! You walk in and order at the counter and they bring…read morethe food to you. We decided to sit outside to enjoy the great weather and there was plenty of seating. Our meals were very tasty and good portion sizes. They had great sweet tea too! The chocolate cookies look delicious so i'll definitely be back to try it and their mahi sandwich!

Two of us had the scrambler. It was a large delicious biscuit cut in half, topped with two sausage…read morepatties, scrambled eggs, and amazing white sausage gravy. Flavorful, perfectly cooked scrambled eggs, and the sausage gravy to die for. Really enjoyed the biscuits!!! Two others in the group had the omelet with side of grits. Again, amazing grits (not a food I grew up with but certainly came to love when cooked correctly) and delicious eggs n cheese. Do not be put off with the exterior!! It is an old gas station, converted to an amazing breakfast and lunch spot. I normally come for lunch, chicken made perfectly with amazing sides! The coffee is always perfect. Service is mostly you serve yourself. Coffee, creamers, drinks, butter, napkins, cutlery, ice, water, all available at the back of the shop. The people at the order station are ALWAYS so nice and welcoming. Just a great place for breakfast and lunch. I come back every time we are in the area.

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T-Rays - There is a server that runs everybody's food to them. You order at the counter. Please make sure you tip so that your brother gets

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McGarvey's Wee Pub - Fish and Chips

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The food and service were really Good. The burgers are rather tasty as well. Give it a try if your…read morein the area

My culinary adventures have focused on the flavor profiles of traditional Irish dishes. Yes, there…read moreis more than potatoes on the menu. I am traveling within reasonable distances of my home to experience the flavors. For example, one establishment provided a Flight of 3 menu items before committing to eating one, which was enjoyable; however, their shepherd's pie was prepared with sweetness/sweetened rather than savory flavors, which didn't bode well for me. Today's adventurous goal was to experience "bangers and mash," as there appear to be a couple of variations of this dish made with either Guinness, Port wine, or beef stock. When typing Bangers and Mash into Yelp and Google Maps, this establishment was an option for consideration. I verified that the item was on the menu and read the reviews. Upon our arrival, we were greeted well and seated forthwith. We started to place our orders when I noticed that the food item I was seeking wasn't on the menu. When I inquired about the Bangers and Mash, I was told it was no longer available. Disappointed, I opted for the Shepherd's pie. While I couldn't obtain the item I hoped for, the experience wasn't bad. The shepherd's pie was well-made and presented well; a large portion is served in an individual cast-iron pan. The flavor profiles were quite good, very savory and rich. The flavor spectrum touched all of the sensory elements. I found it quite enjoyable. My journey continues.

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4.3(355 reviews)
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Beach Diner is one of those cozy little breakfast spots that just feels like home! Nothing fancy,…read morejust good old-fashioned comfort food and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Sometimes that's exactly what you need! It's a great place to grab breakfast or lunch with the family without all the fuss. I love that it has that classic diner feel, where you can just sit back, enjoy a good meal, and start your morning off right. If you're in the Fernandina Beach area and looking for a casual spot to enjoy some breakfast or lunch, Beach Diner is definitely worth checking out!

Long story short: Nice little breakfast spot with good service…read more We came right before 8am and were sat immediately. Our server was kind, but not overly friendly (I don't want a performance, you know?). And our food came out maybe 10 minutes after we ordered. We were early enough to order the Sunrise Special and the egg portions seemed surprisingly large! The grits were lovely. The bacon was not the best, it's thin cut (reminiscent of microwave bacon) and I prefer it to be thick. I ordered the eggs Benedict and really enjoyed it. The hollandaise could have had a touch more seasoning, but the texture was great. I actually preferred the Canadian bacon that came on it than the regular bacon that came with the Sunrise Special. It was perfectly salty and crisp. Oh! And it came with crab meat on it which was a special twist I didn't expect but really appreciated. The potatoes are cut into large chunks, but they are well seasoned and cooked nicely. I can't stand when a potato is undercooked, but this place didn't have that problem. And the cherry on top was the water. Florida locals may not be bothered by the ocean-y taste that comes with their drinking water, but for our family it is something that's hard to get past. We were pleasantly surprised to find that this water tasted as if it was filtered and the ice is that soft kind that's pleasant to chew. This might seem like a silly thing to add, but it really stood out to me and I'm grateful for it.

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Beach Diner - Bar area for those so inclined

Bar area for those so inclined

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