The Block is a great venue with dining, entertainment, and play spaces for the family. Featuring a kids play area that appears to be appropriate for both young and slightly older kids, from about 1.5 to 6 or 7. It's thoughtfully designed with bright colors and soft turf. There are short climbing walls, a slide, caves, and hopscotch for activities. It's easy to imagine how it could get very crowded. We went on the Saturday of opening weekend and it was packed! While the common areas and playground opened early, the food kiosks and entertainment started a bit later. Unfortunately some of the vendors appeared to not have restocked supplies so food options were limited. This will surely be a great spot for meeting up with folk, family time, and entertainment. The dog park I am sure will also be popular. I look forward to seeing how this venue will serve the community. read more

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This place doesn't make much sense. It seems popular mainly because it's one of the few spots in Jacksonville that combines a playground with beer, not because of the quality. The food is overpriced and underwhelming. The coffee is also misleading--what they label as a café latte doesn't include milk or sugar. If you want either, you have to pay an extra $2, bringing the total to about $7.75 for a basic latte. They also don't offer simple options like splenda or standard sugar, seemingly pushing customers toward paid syrups instead. read more

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The Block Jax is awesome! I went for Panama vs Croatia game. On some fifa World Cup games, you'll need to buy seating online on their website per seat and for other games it's opening seating throughout. Make sure to get there early as parking is a bit scarce sometimes. There is a ton of food options to choose from. You can order it from your phone and then pick it up from the vendor after you get an alert when it's ready. Great big screens to view the game! read more

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Finally made it to this place and it was such a fun time! There is such a good variety of food and I tried a bunch of different things. They were all pretty tasty. I like being able to order from wherever I am and just going to grab it when it's ready. Saves a lot of waiting in line time, which I imagine can get quite long at peak times. There is a lot of great seating and the service is all great. I didn't get to check out the dog park portion but if I know Kanine social I'm Sure it's great. I feel like things are a little on the pricey side, but not prohibitively so for a nice soecial venture out. read more

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Sydney!! My girl on early Saturdays - best bartender! Always good cocktails. Love The Block! Such good food, good drinks, good atmosphere. Parking was easy around noon. Live music and chill vibes read more

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We chose this spot to celebrate my daughter's Sweet 16. The DJ made her day extra special by playing Stevie Wonder's "Happy Birthday". We ordered shawarmas and fries, and everything was fresh and flavorful. It took a little while to find a table because it was busy, but once we were seated, we were able to relax, enjoy our meal, and celebrate together. read more

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The cleanliness in the dining area is a serious issue. I saw a large roach right where people sit down to eat, not in the bathroom, but out in the open. On top of that, the restrooms had a strong odor. The food is extremely overpriced for the small portions you get, which makes the lack of sanitation even more disappointing. I didn't feel comfortable eating here, and I hope management addresses these problems immediately. * I only put one star because you have to put something in order to make a review* read more

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I told myself we would not be coming to The Block until the hype died down and it was less crowded but when I friend from out of town really wanted to check it out we joined. I am really glad we checked it out because while yes there were a lot of people and yes the parking was full it never felt crowded. We came around 4:00 pm on a Saturday so I was surprised that there was plenty of seating and tables for a large group. For food I got a Chicago dog and a spicy watermelon margarita, both were good but expensive as you would expect. This is a wonderful place for kids and / or big groups. I also loved the live music it made for a very fun vibe!!! This is such a cool spot and I am glad we have this new(ish) spot in Jax and I will continue to support it!!! read more

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Cool spot with plenty of food options. Thought it would be open later but 10pm is good probably for noise. Kids loved the play area and the food and the enormous screen. Great addition for Jacksonville!!! read more

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Fun spot to watch the games or hang with community. Kids play area and dog area. 21+ upstairs. Sometimes they charge for expected large traffic. Love that they brought this to jacksonville. Parking can be difficult. Follow the map for the over flow read more

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If you're looking for the ultimate local vibe, The Block Jax is exactly where you need to be. The atmosphere here is fantastic. Spacious, welcoming, and perfect for a night out. ​I recently stopped by and grabbed a burger from Stack'd 904, and honestly? It was easily one of the best I've had. Juicy, flavorful, and hit the spot perfectly. One of the best things about this place is the variety; they have several great food options to choose from, so there is something for everyone. ​To top it all off, the live music was incredible. It really levels up the whole experience and makes it the perfect spot to hang out, eat well, and support local. read more

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What a great venue and convenient location. This place is busy and fun! Really happy to have them in the neighborhood. Went for a birthday party (we had 15), was first in line and got to grab 4 tables in the upstairs bar. Speaking of that, it is a family friend and pet friendly place and if that's not your thing, you can go upstairs and still get the whole vibe and better views :). The bartenders upstairs were knowledgeable and quick and super friendly. A few of us patronized the food trucks and we all liked what we got. I did look at the pet area and got yall some pictures but I have not used it yet. read more

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10+ places to get food Unique engaging playground Dog park Large 21+ area Stage area with lots of seating The entire place is fenced except the main entrance which I like. I was welcomed but a fun and friendly guy who helped me navigate the place and order food. The food was easy to order and arrived quickly. Clean bathrooms and hang out areas for everyone. Dogs have their own park, water bowls and patio area. My only concern was the parking. We did get a stop when we arrived at 4pm but it was crazy when we left at 6:30ish. So prepare for that. read more

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Stopped by on a Saturday around 2 PM. Was lucky to find a parking spot right up front as someone was leaving as I arrived. Even with plenty of seating, it was packed, which makes sense since it's a newer spot! There are great food options and multiple bars throughout the property. The second floor is usually 21+, but the staff was kind enough to let me up there with my little one since downstairs was so full. It's mostly extra seating and another bar, but the view of the property is worth it! I'm definitely coming back with my dog next time to check out the dog park. The kids playground is also super cute. Also - Don't miss the Photo Booth! It's $7 for three photos (Black & White or Color) and takes Apple Pay. read more

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Great new addition to town! Large parking lot in the back- we came on a Friday at 130 and got a spot immediately. Fun murals for picture opportunities. I think there were six food options plus multiple bar areas plus an ice cream spot.. options for all! There is a kid zone and a dog park and an adult only area upstairs. Lots of seating tables and a giant screen which they were playing the masters on. I'm assuming be on that screen in the fall. Highly recommend! read more

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Stopped by The Block on St Patty's Day (3/17/26) around 4:15pm and ended up staying close to 3 hours at one of their soft opening nights - which says a lot. Despite the random cold/windy weather in Jax this week, the vibes were still great. Met up with friends, grabbed a drink, and watched my friends kids run wild in the Jacksonville Mom play area (huge hit). Since it was a soft open, not everything was up and running yet. Totally okay and to be expected. Kanine Social was closed, but I'm definitely excited to come back once it's open so I can bring my doodle. A few dinner spots were open though--Slingin Wieners, Stack'd Burgers, and Chancho King. I was eyeballing the $9 Western Cowboy dog from Slingin wieners, but at my moment of ordering, they put a temporary pause on accepting new orders. I ended up grabbing an American burger from Stack'd ($17). Took about 30 minutes and came out fresh, hot, and super satisfying--no complaints there. I'll include pics of my burger and fries. Would happily order from Stack'd Burgers again. I look forward to trying Slingin Wieners in the near future as well as one of my overall favorite food trucks of all time (which I've shared on my Instagram page and Yelpjax page before in a reel) - Hungry Owl! If Hungry Owl is open, this is and always will be my 1st recommendation to order from. They have a phenomenal reputation around Jax. Another top fave - Chancho King which I also shared in a reel before for YelpJax - incredibly delicious and the owners/staff are amazing. Ordering is easy through QR codes around the block Jax space, and I loved that you can keep a tab open between the upstairs and downstairs bars--very convenient. They had music going the whole time (live + speakers), which added a lot to the atmosphere. The giant screen behind the live music was very impressive. The space itself is really well thought out with plenty of covered areas--going to be super clutch for Florida summers. Only one downside which I kinda saw coming before the block even opened up to the public: parking is limited. I'd definitely recommend going Early or planning ahead, especially once everything is fully open. A few extra spots will be open at the Community First bank next door but only after working hours (aka after 5pm and I'm assuming Sunday is open all day) Overall, such a fun new spot with a lot of potential. Can't wait to come back when everything is fully up and running! Congrats to everyone who has worked so hard on making this space come together! I'm so thankful for this location being so convenient to where I live. Stay tuned in to their socials for updates on events to come, as well as your local, favorite influencers to follow (wink wink, @hey9oh4 and more) read more

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My family and I have enjoyed this place each time we've gone. I love the variety in restaurants and the convenience of bars on both floors. There's a playground that my son loves and lots of places to sit and eat and just plop around on the floor. It's not too big and the parking lot gets full fast, and when it's hot - it's hot!! so those are the cons, but don't let those stop you from stopping by... go early though! read more

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If you are going to post this as a family oriented place try not making it a club environment... Parking has still NOT improved since the crazy Opening of the Block It was so Hot the Lines were Long and ugh to order food??? The QR codes. The internet sucked there so therefore using the QR code to order food from the So called food truck structure I was there and hour with friend I drank water (mind you it was even hard to get water there). I stayed 10mins into the BRAZIL vs Norway ...One and done for me there read more

Best Chicago dog in Jacksonville, Also had a great selection of beers and adult beverages. I highly recommend coming back for football. We ourselves will be back for hockey games in the fall read more

My sister and I stoped here after dinner for a sweet treat. We'd been dying to check it out ever since they opened! It's smaller than I expected all around but it's still one of the coolest spots Jacksonville has! We got both soft serve chocolate and vanilla swirl. I got Nutella and she got Oreo crumbles for topping. I can't wait to go back and check out their events and live music. They have some reserved seating down stairs like cabana style that I'd love to check out the price of read more

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I have acquired two Spring Fling tickets from Yelp. Ruben is going with me tomorrow. I needed to go today to check the place out, while it was not too busy. I love the dog park area. Pet owners have to do a pre-check in on an app, then show proof of your dog's shot records-which is a pain, but it makes sense. I really like the place. They have a 21 & older bar upstairs. They have a huge sitting area and a huge screen Jumbotron. Plenty of places to get food and drinks. The men were installing a new Photo Booth, but for $7.00. I never did see any restrooms at all. I love the kids play area. The kids having a ball! I like the huge chess game. Overall, I am happy about this new addition to Jacksonville! Thank you. Pros:this is a place for families and their dogs can be included. Plenty of places to pick up food to eat. Prices were fair. Each one has a kiosk for you to order your food. Spring Fling cake and Car show will be fun. It will be closed to the general public. Cons:as we all know and heard it in the news about parking being an issue. The positive is they're working on it. I would advise carpooling, have some one drop you off and come back later to pick you up. Or use Uber or Lift. Recommend? Absolutely, wear comfy clothes and shoes. read more

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We came here for the block and roll car social on Saturday morning. This was our first time visiting and I am really glad we got a chance to experience the Block before their normal operating hours and get a feel for the space. The food smelled amazing but we did not eat there. We posted up in the lounge area on the second floor. The play area was clean and had a variety of things for the kids to do inside the fence. I love the QR code order menus everywhere so you can order drinks or food from specific bars and food joints within and pick it up when it's ready. The DJ that morning was sending good vibes out and the atmosphere was perfect to kill a morning and afternoon in. Will definitely go back for some evening fun and events. Missed a star because the drink prices steep in my opinion read more

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Great venue! Drinks PRICEY! Food ehhh. Just Kitchen had the worst chicken shawarma I have ever had . Sooooo dry and salty. Paid extra for taziki, wasn't put on it. If you have kids and dogs this is your place to be. read more

I love this new addition to Jax. It's a great hub for great local food, a place for the kids to run around while parents can yap with their besties and enjoy a cocktail or beer, or enjoy a cool show. The only downfall is the parking. It's a bit limited in space but otherwise, highly recommend. read more

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Here for the World Cup, wonderful venue! A lot of seating and delicious food and drinks! In a great area too, lots to do here and really good for kids as they have a big grassy area read more

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I'm not sure how I feel about this space. It's much smaller than I thought it would be but they utilized the space well. I stopped by yesterday for the A Slice of Duval event. When I got there at 1, they said we missed the event although the site said the event was from 10-4. Aside from that, parking is awful. They didn't consider parking in their blueprint clearly. On a regular day, I believe it's a good space for parents to bring their kids and pet owners to come hangout. There are a few places to grab a bite to eat and two bar areas. If they host live music events in the evening, it'll be a great vibe for couples and singles. This is my opinion. Others may feel differently and that's okay. Based on just coming out for the short time we were there yesterday, it's not something I have to do again. I'm following them on social to see what events they come up with. They have to figure out that parking situation though. We stayed for about 30 minutes and went up the road to Midtown Table for lunch. read more

This place was so much fun! Kids, dogs and adults will have a great time here. Lots of great food and drink options along with games to play. The playground area kept the kids entertained. The dog park was only for those 18+ unfortunately. Not quite sure why. Dog immunization records need to be uploaded also before entry so prepare before coming. I'm giving 5 stars but could deduct .5 stars for the parking situation. Lot is not big enough and they should probably work out some arrangement with office buildings around to allow overflow parking on the weekends. We were there an hour and they announced if we had parked in the lot at the office building we would be towed so we quickly moved our car across gate parkway. Figure most people would prefer to not cross a busy road like that if they can avoid it. read more

My family and I took a ride over to check out The Block and we were not disappointed! We have younger kids who loved the playground. Even though it's hot out, there was enough shade to make the playground cool enough to play on during the summer months. There were a few bigger kids that seemed to be too old, but they appeared to be mindful of the younger kids. We loved the variety of food and everyone was able to get what they wanted. The ice cream was a nice treat with the hot weather. The margarita on tap was yummy, but a bit pricey at $15. I understand that alcohol is a big money maker and when the drinks are a little pricier people tend to stay more sober (which is good as this is a family place). I don't mention this as a negative, just for information purposes. Personally I wished they were a little cheaper because they were so delicious :) The beers are priced around $7, which isn't bad considering at a restaurant that would be the typical price. The giant screen and area "inside" was a great place to sit and relax for a minute when it got hot out by the playground. Overall it was a great experience. There was something for everyone. I especially loved that there was security especially because there were older kids on the playground. I felt if they got out of hand I could have approached security to help keep the area safe for the younger kids. I also love that it's free to go hang out. As parents of young kids, we love a place where our kids can play in a fenced in area, we can grab a drink and sit and talk while the kids play. We can't wait to go back especially during football season. read more

This is a wonderful representation of Duval. Terrific food. Amazing environment. Originally I was not a fan of ordering with a barcode/scanner but it is a perfect solution for a place like this. From the kid area to dog section, the stage or other kind of quiet side there was something for everyone. I was already familiar with most of the food places and they did not disappoint. It's really enjoyable how Filipino food has blown up here because it sure is delicious, lol. Came with multiple branches of our family and did not take pics this time but highly recommend. I will add pics next time. read more

Been there twice. *update 3x Probably the best thing about it is the play area with the hills and the rope bridge. Perfect for my kids. You have to fill out a waiver before you enter. You could do it on your phone. It was quick. Soon as you sign it, open the door and let them kids run free. My son is 4. We were worried because he in the spectrum and weren't sure how he was going to play with others. Maaan, he fit right in. You could see the joy on his face. They had a little climbing wall as well. Them kids was tired after 20 minutes. It doesn't help that the sun is out there whooping them. And that was in early April. I really dont think we'll be there in the hours of June - August. Maybe they can add more shade in that play area. Parking wasn't really an issue both times we went. Part of the reason is the bank next door closes at 5 and they allow us to park there. The food ordering was confusing at first but we figured it out. You could do everything off of your phone. You can order from all the vendors right there on your phone and it just creates one big bill. Hungry Owl: Spam and Egg Rice bowl. My kids weren't a fan of the sauce. I liked it. They weird. 7.5 Kaomangai. Chicken and Rice. 8.5 Stack'd Burgers: Stack'd burger. Would've loved a different cheese. Still good. 8 Onion Rings 8 Loaded Fries... Guys, let's just assume every dish/drink I list is an 8. Bar: Margarita with the tajin rim. Haven't ordered anything else. Darkside tacos: Nachos Full Tray. See pic. Enough for six Just Kitchen: Chicken Shawarma. That thang thicc. Had it today. Performance on stage everyday I think. Please tip em. read more

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Came here for the World Cup game and the place obviously did not know what they were doing and under prepared. The DJ was still playing music AFTER the game started, literally everyone were watching the game on their phones. They didn't have the basic beer options like modelo or mich ultra. Half of the places turned off their mobile ordering. The whole thing was a disaster so ended leaving to watch it at a sports bar. Really disappointed wand probably will not be back for any watch parties. read more

I visited week two after the grand opening. Due to the weather, I was able to find parking in the lot. However, I can see how parking could potentially become an issue. Definitely for good weather days. Children, adults and pups welcome. Variety of local eateries and bars/breweries upstairs and downstairs. Unfortunately, dogs are not welcome under the pavilion. People with pups are relegated to the area next to the children. It's almost like you're on timeout for bringing your dog. Big tv screens-events also take place here. Lots of seating. Large screen TV's. Adults receive wrist bands at entry. No admission to enter. Food and drinks have a cost. Orders come from a QR code. Not a place to come when it's cold. read more

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The Block is Hot, The Block is Hot Hot! I decided to stop by today for the grand opening and I can already see it being the city's newest hang out spot and it was well worth the wait! There's something there for the entire family to love including a food hall, kids park, dog park, fully stocked bars, and a live music venue, and more! I have a feeling it will be the hot spot for the summer! Loved seeing one of fav food trucks The Hungry Owl as one of the food options so I HAD to stop by for some of my fav bites! It's so colorful and inviting with lots of sitting areas and games and I am already looking forward to going back again soon! This is a great new addition to the Jacksonville area! See you there! read more

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Parking is either nonexistent or a little hike away, seating or allow personal seating/blankets etc for "watch parties" otherwise it's just overcrowded standing room claustrophobia. Do yourself a favor and visit the local businesses at their own establishments around town instead of this hot mess of a "venue". read more

The concept of this place is very good. The dog park, the drinks, the food, and a big screen. The parking? Horrendous. There is no way this place will last with that small parking lot and being surrounded by tow away zones. There was a decent selection of food, but the prices were too high in my opinion. read more

This was first time at this location. I decided to go here this morning with fellow Yelper Rebbeca (Goldie). We were later joined by other fellow Yelpers Crystal and Maya. The city of Jacksonville did a great job in developing this area. I recall six years ago there was nothing but grass and a lot of trees within this area. Today's event was awesome, and there were a lot of individuals in attendance. One draw back that I noticed is that there is limited parking spaces when they are hosting events. I do hope they get this discrepancy fixed this year. One great thing about this location that that it has a mini dog play area within. A requirement would be that every dog owner has to check in their dog and shoe proof of vaccinations. I also noticed that there is a huge chess playing area for those who love the game of chess. There's also an upstairs bar area. Today's event was awesome because it involved cakes. Today's event every individual who purchased a ticket to bring a cake upon arrival. There were a lot of beautiful cakes. There were also few awesome classic Cars as well. I had the opportunity to get as many slices of cake within the five minute time frame that was given. Overall, this was an awesome experience. I do hope that they decide to do this next year. read more

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Nice chill place for families to hang out. My daughters had fun in the kids play area (though it definitely would benefit from being shaded for the daytime) while we were able to enjoy the food in the encircling area. Prices for food and drinks seemed fair and there was variety of good options and they all included kids meals too. Ordering the food was easy and fairly quick. You can mobile order as well (though there is a surcharge for mobile ordering). The live music was nice. Parking was still very crowded on a thursday evening though. read more

The verdict is still out for Jacksonville newest venue, the Block! Dont come to early. Happy hour is from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Adutls and kids alike would love the outdoor experience. Two bars and a jumbo megatron television caught my eye upon arrival. There is parking in front of the venue. Pssst but you heard about the parking debacle over opening weekend. It was shear chaos. My suggestion come on the weekdays. Preferably a Thursday or Friday like I did. Get your yourself a cold one, enjoy the fresh air and indulge yourself in the couple of eateries the Block has to offer. Summertime, i do not think is the right time to visit the Block. The time is now before it gets to hot. No air conditoning but 2 big ceilng fans. It is going to scorcher this summer if the visit the Block during the summer. I expect more night time crowds and weekenders. Im just saying. This might be a one and done for me! read more

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The Block in Jacksonville has such a great concept overall. I really like how they separate the space with a 21+ area for adults and a family-friendly side it makes it enjoyable for everyone. The vibe is fun and unique. The only downside is the pricing, especially the drinks, which felt pretty outrageous. That said, the individual retailers outside of the Block sell their food and drinks at much more reasonable prices. If overall pricing was a bit more affordable, it would easily be a go-to spot. Still a really cool place with a lot of potential. read more

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The BEST hangout spot in JAX right now ! Great for pets and kids and adults.. they have movies night, wellness events, running clubs, free events read more