In town for a conference and found this gem! Wow is all I can say. Service was great and food was absolutely amazing. We had the pretzels and steak bowl and I must say it is some of the best food I have had. You must dine here! read more

I deserve an apology from everyone I've met in Jacksonville that failed to tell me to get to Spliff's Gastropub sooner. Great casual vibe here. Just an ideal place to hang with friends or watch a game. Huge selection of great beer. Anything you'd like, from IPAs to ciders to seasonal drinks. Our waitress/bartender was a superstar. Very informative, very attentive, just a pleasure to be around, and seemed very appreciative that we were there. She told us about the other places on the same block owned by the same people. We'll be trying those too based on our experience here. Incredible burgers here...amazing. The burgers rival or beat anything in the area, and there are some stellar burger places around. Spliffs may be my new favorite. Their combinations of flavors, the taste of the smash burgers and the genius of the aiolis that accompany them are just fantastic! The Mac and cheese, to die for. Cheesy, tasty, creamy, sticky. Delicious. Downtown Jax is a fantastic place to eat if you know where to go and Spliffs is THE place to go for burgers and drinks. Check them out, you can thank me later. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Cool place in the heart of downtown. Lots of good beer to choose from. Food was very fresh and a good mix of flavors. I loved the fresh sides but my wife was disappointed that they did not have fries or Diet Coke but she enjoyed her sandwich none the less. I am not a fan of counter service the lady did a good job of taking care of us from the counter so all good. We docked at the city docks and walked so pretty way to spend a Sunday. read more

You have got to try the Bayou Beast Burger!Came in the other day and I was tempted to lick the plate clean. Best burger I've had in a long time! Service was quick and easy. Music was at a great volume. read more

Wish it didn't take us so long to try this place! Service was fantastic and the food was amazing. The Trust Fund burger tasted as amazing as described. I love goat cheese and combined with the candied bacon and balsamic glaze. Had to try the Mac and cheese for my side and was not disappointed. This has become my new favorite burger place in Jacksonville. read more

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Awesome burger the burning man has fresh jalapenos and I had it with raw onions. The ladies were great and got us taken care of quickly. Great little bar in downtown Jacksonville read more

Spliff's Gastropub - Burning man. Yahooo!!!!! - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Fun little pub downtown- smaller place with only a few tables but have counter seating all around that face the street. Came here before a concert at Daily's Place. They had about 15+ beers on draft with a decent variety. On the food menu, they have a large selection of different types of Mac n cheese which I will try next time we go. We stuck to an appetizer this go around. Ordered the chicken potstickers- cooked really well and had a yummy dipping sauce. A friend of ours got "The Spicy Buffalo" sandwich. The bartender warned her it was spicy-- she did confirm it was really spicy, but said it was great and very tasty. This location is close enough to Daily's that you could take a scooter over if you didn't want to worry about parking around the stadium. read more

Spliff's Gastropub - The Spicy Buffalo - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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I walked in off a recommendation from the front desk at the Hyatt. Very short walk to the location. Once I got here I was greeted with a smile and told to sit anywhere. Once I took my seat they gave me great food and drink recommendations. I went with the spicy buffalo ( sauce on the side) 10/10 and a Coffee Sour. It also was amazing! The music was great and the atmosphere was pleasant for a hot spring day! I would absolutely come back here again! Sorry I didn't take photos, the food never last long read more

Absolutely amazing!! My husband and I got Mac and cheese and the burger to split, we loved the both!! Will definitely be back read more

Spliff's Gastropub - Wake and bake burger and The El Carne Caliente Mac n Cheese - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Great corner local bar and restaurant l0cated downtown Jax. Don't judge a book by its cover! The food is amazing and I've never had a bad experience. Vast gastro pub choices. Service is great and swag available. Fave is hard to narrow down The mac and cheese bowls kick a##. The shrimp bowl is my fave. We always end up there when going to Florida Theatre. It's right next door!!! read more

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I had the Dirty Bird chicken sandwich which was awesome. My husband had the Burning Man Burger which he really enjoyed. The mac and cheese wasn't anything special and we actually had a noodle that wasn't cooked so it was crunchy. I was so excited to see the video game Galaga because I had not played it since junior high school. But it ate three of my quarters and didn't work. read more

I could never rate this place on one visit, as I've been to this place at least a dozen times. The food is definitely worth a stop after a night out, or just before you head in for the night. It's a laid back quick service restaurant with plenty of beers on available. The only thing I've noticed is if they do not ask, they will assume it's for dine in. As most places with this style place expect orders to mainly to be to go, they do not so just make sure you mention it. Only real bad experience I've ever had here is when I entered the establishment behind another person. They ordered and received a number. But when I ordered I did not. I asked for my number and the clerk had informed me that they had put it on that persons ticket. I asked why, she said "I thought yall were together." I informed her I didn't know that person. No apology was given, but she informed the kitchen and handed me a number. And once my food came out it was of course for here as she had only asked the individual before me, but I missed that at the time as I was caught off guard by being included with someone I didn't know. And felt like I was in the wrong for not speaking up sooner than I had. As the clerk seemed short with me. Other than that one experience I've had good experiences here. Just be sure to specify if you want to go or not. Very nice staff over all, everyone has an off day. And definitely try the Mac and cheese bowls!! read more

Spliff's Gastropub - The Foghorn Leghorn Mac n Cheese - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Came here just minutes before they were closing but they were nice enough to let us order! I wanted to try their salad with the added protein chicken but I guess they must of confused it with some other salad which was okay it was a miscommunication which is fine I tried it but it wasn't my cup of tea honestly it lack so much flavor. But I tried the Mac and cheese my partner got which was good just didn't like the bread crumbs on the top of it but the Mac and cheese was AMAZING! Good place ! read more

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Top tier Mac and cheese!!! Kiddo enjoyed the pretzel bites, and hubby enjoyed the burger. Loved it!

I got the reg burger! It's delicious, 8/10, my husband got the big spliff, he said it was 7/10, he would have preferred steak slices over steak chunks. Drinks are always good with a wide selection of beer, mixed drinks, and other offerings. Service is great order at counter and get a number, food arrives fairly quickly, and the vibes of the bar are amazing, chill laid back bar, watch the game, hang with friends, it's a must try in Jax! read more

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Great beer selection and good variety of food options. I had the chef special French dip with a side of chips. It was the perfect portion size and delicious. There is a lot of seating but much of it is bar stools/counter along the windows. The service is fast so tables open up quickly though. read more

Pretty quick service so it's a great place to go when you are attending something in the city. Our food was very good. Absolutely no frills here but very convenient and I would think reliable. Parking was easy and close by. Four star rating is based on the type of place and I only recommend it if it's ok to stand in line to order and not sit real comfortably. read more

Spliff's has been on our radar for a while now. We finally planned a little burger lunch date. We walked in, checked out the menu then ordered at the bar. Hubby ordered an IPA and the patty melt my face with a side salad. I ordered the regs burger with pepper-jack cheese and the Greek pasta salad. The burgers were very good. Everything was made to order and tasted fresh. The burger meat had good flavor and the cheese was melted well. I really enjoyed the Greek pasta salad, too. The feta cheese and olives were lovely additions. I thought hubby's side salad was fresh and yummy as well. He really enjoyed his patty melt. I had a couple bites and would order it next time. The bartender was friendly, they had tasty food and a nice variety of local beer. Overall, a good lunch spot! read more

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Food was much better than expected after walking in the door. Chef Cedric had just brought out his special for the day which was a double smashburger with pulled pork between the layers then drizzled with his "special " sauce and topped with bacon! Yum! read more

Tasty fun drinks and some cheesy yummy food ! So much is so cheesy! I LOVED the sandwich!!! They were so nice to split it in half for us and give us mac n cheese on our own plates. I also really liked my drink. Very juice for sure. A great drink for me ! I'd love to try the entree mac n cheese next time ! The side mac wasn't great flavor wise but it was still a good accompaniment to the sando! Sandwich was amazing!!!! My gf just didn't get a lot of filling on her half. But i was happy with mine lol maybe all her filling slid over to my half. Love that it's open late i can't wait to come here again ! read more

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Went back after about a year and had the same burger with the cucumber salad. Still amazing! read more

Spliff's Gastropub - The burning man with cucumber salad. 5/5 - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I have visited Spliff's twice now before seeing a show at the Florida Theatre. I love the food and vibe! On my first visit, I tried the Duvall Dirty Bird sandwich, which included a well seasoned chicken thigh, bacon, pepperjack, lettuce, tomato with habanero ranch. The combo of flavors was delicious! I devoured the side, cucumber, tomato and goat cheese salad. I could eat this as a main course. So good! On my last visit, I had the grilled cheeses, plus bacon, and fries. Another great choice! I can't forget to mention the tons of draft choices. And you can sample to find the one you like. Stop by and give them a try! read more

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Not terrible, not great. I ordered the Goat Boy with a side of macaroni. The Goat Boy (steak, caramelized onions, green peppers, provolone and goat cheese) was delicious. However I wish the steak was cut into smaller pieces because as soon as you take a bite you pull the entire chunk of steak out of the sandwich which just leaves you with soggy bread. The cheese in the macaroni needed to be more liquidy because it didn't really do anything for me. If you're going to use corkscrew pasta it better have cheese funneling through every piece. This macaroni did not. read more

Spliff's Gastropub - The Goat Boy Sandwich - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

What a great place to go for a drink and a quick bite. I think the veggie Mac and cheese was the best I've had in my life. We also ordered the loaded chips...very tasty. There are lots of cool beers to try and the prices are super reasonable. I'm not a huge fan of beer, but my husband's dark ale was so good. The service was casual, fast and friendly. The restaurant is casual and clean. Definitely recommend if you are in the downtown Jacksonville area. read more

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I came here with my girlfriend after a concert at the vystars veteran memorial arena. They were one of the few spots open which was a plus. Menu is simple and everything looked great. I got the clubbed chicken sandwich and my girlfriend got a mac and cheese steak bowl. Both menu options were delicious. We also got some drinks (margaritas, party to the max, and green tea shots). All were good. The staff is friendly and it seems like the best vibe of spots. Would recommend spliffs gastro pub 10/10 read more

Spliff's Gastropub - Green tea shots - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Divey bar with solid food. Order at the counter and take a number back to your table. Food delivered in a reasonable time frame. Mac and cheese, rice bowls, and burgers were represented at our table. No complaints, plates cleaned. Steady patronage on a Tuesday early evening. read more

This place is cute and welcoming. I had a nice local beer that I very much enjoyed. I was pretty disappointed with the food however, I've never had red onions on a patty melt before and they were almost raw. I opted for the "Greek salad" as a side and I found it odd that it was topped with goat cheese and not feta. I understand it's a gastro pub but I was served my meal on a paper plate with plastic utensils as a dine in customer. I'd go back for the beer and the great music but not so much the food. read more

Spliff's Gastropub - Ancient City Beer - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Headed over to Spliff's on a late weeknight, when barely anything was open downtown for late night eats. The menu looked way better than 'bar food,' although I would never have described this place as a gastropub, as the gastropubs I have visited before had a hip feel to them, while this did not. It just looked and felt like a bar that also happened to serve food. in part this was because the only chairs are barstools. I knew before getting there, that there would not be table service and ordering would take place at the bar. Their menu has a whole section of just 'mac and cheese' and I decided on the veggie (ordered without peppers). When my order came out, I saw that the top had a thick layer of breadcrumbs on it, and these clearly looked burnt on the top. Like, send it back to kitchen burnt. However, I was hungry and I figured I could peel off the top if necessary. Actually, the breadcrumbs, although visually unappealing, actually created a very nice crunch and textural element next to the macaroni and cheese, which was hot and creamy underneath. I also ordered a Liquid Death (seltzer water in a can). read more

This place was really nice. Nice hole in the wall bar right down the block from the Florida theater. Good selection on beers and lots of local beers. Full bar. You have to go to the bar to order food but they give you a number and bring it out to your table. Good selection on menu for food items. We ordered the Thai potstickers, Mac and cheese and pretzel bites. All were very good and brought out hot and fast. Definitely will be back read more

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I was on a quest for food. Not only did I find a great place but they had quite the array of drinks...if your looking for that. I had the pork belly grilled cheese with Mac N Cheese. Located in DT Jacksonville, it's a convenient joint to check out no matter what takes you there. read more

Spliff's Gastropub - Pork belly grilled cheese - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Service and food was excellent. It's known for its famous mac-n-cheese, I didn't get it, but the Big Spliff was to die for. read more

Spliff's Gastropub - The BIG SPLIFF - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Spliff's is basically a bar that serves upscale sandwiches. Think Bar first and restaurant second. Although the food was good, it takes A LONG time. Keep this in mind if you stop here before a show at the Florida Theater (next door practically) or the Jacksonville Symphony (few blocks away). Go when you have to relax, grab a couple of beers and get a decent sandwich. I had the "patty melt". First, they use Texas toast and not Rye bread (they list this on the menu, so not a complaint, just an observation). The burgers were cooked great (although I seriously doubt they were 1/3 pound each like the menu claims). My complaint - the onions were Red onions and MOSTLY RAW. Not caramelized they should be. My wife got the Cajun chicken sandwich. This was good. Cooked nice and flavorful. My last complain is the size of the "sides". They are not sides but samples. Think small ketchup take out containers. My pasta salad had 4 noodles, and I am not kidding. My wife's mac and cheese wasn't much better. For $15 sandwiches, I expect more. I know prices are high but adjust prices and give decent portions. One last observation - they don't say this on their menu (or if they do it is not obvious). They Buffalo chicken sandwich uses Carolina Reaper peppers. Be warned! read more

Small place, big portion size, great flavor! During the day, a great place for lunch whether from work or visiting downtown Jacksonville. Just a few blocks from the St. John's River n down the street from the historic Florida Theater. I had the Foghorn Leghorn Mac n Cheese bowl n yes it was delicious! Packed with chicken, bacon , broccoli and mac n cheese, it is oh so delicious . The menu is full of delicious food to try. Outdoor seating is an option. I'm sure during sporting events like Jaguars and Jumbo Shrimp games it is a great place. Full bar. Definitely a recommendation for locals and visitors. If you don't believe me, try it for yourself. read more

Spliff's Gastropub - The Foghorn Leghorn Mac n Cheese Bowl - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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There may not be much in downtown Jax but thank God for Spliff's as a dependable go-to for good drinks and good grub. I love their beer selection with a variety that suites whatever mood I'm in. You can never go wrong with any of their macaroni bowls, but this is the second time I got their huge greens plate with delicious Green Goddess dressing. We also tried the pot stickers that's were flavorful down to the last bite. read more

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Need a bite to eat late night in downtown Jacksonville but don't want to dress up? Spliff's may be the spot for you. This Gastropub is open seven nights a week until one in the morning with a pretty impressive menu of burgers, sandwiches, spliff pockets, salads, rice bowls and mac-n-cheese plates to satisfy your hunger pangs. I ordered the B.I.G. grilled cheese sandwich (cheddar, provolone, gouda) with added bacon. There are numerous side dish choices (kettle chips, broccoli, mac n cheese, side salad, seasoned rice, Greek pasta salad) that are included with every sandwich. After a short wait, an enormous, hot sandwich full of bacon was given to me. At the same time, a huge smile formed on my face. Needless to say, the warm gooey goodness hit the spot and filled my empty stomach. The service was quick, professional and efficient. I will be sure to return to Spliff's in the future. read more

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Outstanding food and beer selection! It's a hole in the wall joint with phenomenal food and friendly service. Around the corner from our hotel. So happy we came here!!The Cajun shrimp Mac & cheese was to die for! Crisped perfectly with cheese and bread crumbs, huge flavorful shrimp, bacon & spinach. I asked for no tomatoes because I despise them. Fantastic! I am so full! My husband got the pork belly sandwich and that was tender and delicious too. Beer selection is vast, and you can taste first. They have flights for sale also. Great local spot! If you want good beer and good food, come here! Order at the counter and sit where you want. High top tables and plenty of seats at the bar. read more

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The burger was absolutely delicious. All the toppings went very well together! Really liked the flavor of the Mac N Cheese really just wish the side dish wasn't as cold as it was. read more

Spliff's Gastropub - The Trust Fund Burger with a side of Mac N Cheese - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Wow-so seriously-probably the best burger I've had in a seriously Long time!! I ordered the kettle chips with my burger (no fries)-they gave me seasoned rice, but quickly fixed. Don't make my mistake and get the chips though! Get a side salad-super fresh! Or better yet-the max and cheese-which looked delicious! Looking around at everyone else's food-it's all looked so good! We will be back!! read more

Spliff's Gastropub - The Patty Melt My Face Burger - Gastropubs Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Chill spot with great vibes and solid food. The mac & cheese is a must, and they've got a nice beer selection too. Service was friendly and the patio's a great hang. Only knocking a star because it can get a bit loud inside but still one of my favorite downtown spots! read more

Delicious burgers for sure. I be back any time I am visiting the block! They have a lot to offer on the menu and stay open pretty late.