Jacksonville needs more upscale eateries like this. I know the prices are high but I found the…read morefood quality is also above average. I had a sandwich and my mom had the salad. The sandwich was loaded with meat and the salad was fresh and had a variety of ingredients (pasta, chicken, salami, olives, artichokes). They have steaks and fresh seafood if you want to take something home. They are continuing to grow. No drinks available when I was there but they said that was coming. A definite repeat lunch spot.

The food isn't bad but the prices are outrageous. I went in and got two small loaves of bread and…read moreit was $13. For bread?! I drive by often and would love to have the delicious bread but I can't justify $13. It's sad everyone says shop local but for two small loaves of bread I can't justify paying that local or otherwise. Delicious but over priced

My wife and I were visiting my niece, and on our way out of town we came across a little BBQ spot…read morecalled Sugar and Smoke. It's a neat-looking place--nicely decorated, inviting, and full of that good smoky aroma that hits you as soon as you step inside. We were welcomed immediately, told to sit wherever we liked, and our waitress followed us over to take our drink orders right away. My wife ordered the meatloaf special, and while I teased her for choosing meatloaf at a BBQ joint, I ended up going with the Smoked Reuben. They brought her an entire meatloaf, along with green beans and mashed potatoes. I'm not exaggerating--this loaf easily could have fed three people. It was so good she nearly hurt herself trying to finish it. She almost made it through all the green beans, too, but I managed to snag the last one--and it was delicious. Then came my Reuben: a massive, five-layer monstrosity. I actually asked the waitress whether they made it that way just to impress me (since I had announced upfront that I'm a bit of a Reuben snob, lol) or if all their Reubens are like this. She swore they're all made exactly the same. You've got to see the photo. The marbled rye was sturdy and didn't collapse under the weight of two layers of thinly sliced smoked beef and a thick layer of juicy, tangy sauerkraut. I'm a kraut lover, so I really appreciated how generous they were. The house-made Thousand Island-style sauce tied everything together perfectly. In the nearly 17 years I've been posting on Urbanspoon, Zomato, and now Yelp, this Reuben easily sits in my top three--maybe even my #1. The smoky flavor made it unique, and I loved it. My only regret was not being able to finish this monster of a sandwich--it was delicious but messy, and I went through a handful of napkins. A lovely lady came out to ask how I liked the Reuben and introduced herself as one of the owners. (I apologize--I've forgotten her name!) My only suggestion would be to keep the meat thinly sliced--shaved would be even better--and maybe offer a half portion at a lower price. As it was, I could barely touch my perfectly cooked French fries. To top off the experience, my wife ordered the bread pudding. She has a "gold standard" bread pudding from years ago that she compares all others to, and she said this one was just as good, if not better, than her all-time favorite. I wish we had a Sugar and Smoke closer to home, because it would absolutely be a regular stop for us. It's so refreshing to find an establishment that cares this much about its food and its customers.

Stopped in S&S for lunch and the experience was hometown happiness topped off with exceptional…read moreservice! I had the Rueben (pictured), which I would order over and over! My husband had the lunch special of meatloaf, which was also very yummy. Can't go wrong stopping in. We'll be back!

Very friendly staff. There were 4 of us and we each ordered different foods. The chicken tenders…read morewere crispy, juicy, and hot. The wrap had a good amount of chicken in it. The fries were crunchy and soft at the same time. We loved the shakes, my first time having the peppermint shake and I will order it again.

Love their chicken nuggets, we ordered the family one with 30 and super fast, friendly, and always…read morebusy. They serve fast for their customers.

This is a wonderful place with wonderful food. I had a chicken sandwich that was fantastic and…read morehusband had a steak sandwich. Fries were about the best I have had. The staff was very friendly.

Smashburger Friday! Had a Smedley Bulter burger and it rocked! Just the right amount of meat, heat,…read moreand sweet! ...and of course it came with their legendary (delicious) fries! Will have to come back and try their other burger combinations!

Charming little place, appears to have been a saloon or bar at one point…read more Friendly staff, tasty coffee and good looking pastry options.

Blown away at the quality and consistency of the coffees I order here when I am home visiting my…read moreparents around the holidays. Having an Aussie wife and living in NYC the bar is set pretty high for what a good coffee tastes like, and every oat latte and cappuccino we've gotten has been just as good as back home. My wife also always compliments the young staff who greet her with an extra Midwest slice of Americana. Very lucky to have this coffee shop to stop by daily while we're home. Thanks for consistently putting out a great product and providing top quality service every time we are here.

Great tenderloins along with everything else. Nice people. Love the decor and the atmosphere. Must…read moretry if you drive through the area.

Best Tenderloin in the state! I don't live around here anymore, but I alway run into someone I know…read moreat AJ's! Friendly staff and great service.

Hole in the wall very close to the middle of nowhere in Illinois. Pictures of JFK, Johnny Cash and…read moremore in the walls. Old time looking interior. And the best fried pork tenderloin I have ever had. It's about a foot across, serves hot on a 4 inch bun. You can get a half or go for the full size. Delicious, mouthwatering, amazing. Not for those of you on a diet though the place does have salads with iceberg lettuce. Go immediately. PS this is not a Latin or Mexican restaurant despite what yelp says.

Driving through the area and saw all the rave Yelp reviews and thought we'd check it. The place was…read morepacked by 5:30, wow! We sat at the bar, the staff a patrons were super welcoming. Our food was delicious including our appetizer, fried liver, yum. We shared a marinaded ribeye and fries. We hope for another reason to be in this part of the state so we can return! Give it a try you won't be disappointed!

This place has a lot going for it! The food is really good for starters! They serve breakfast and…read morelunch (and ice cream). Plus, as their namesake...COFFEE! I got a cold brew and it was pretty good. The inside is full of books and art along with tons of spots to sit and enjoy. I love all the mixed tables and chairs!! It looks like they stole all the kitchen tables:chairs from my childhood. With soft blend of music and a TV playing to keep the mood engaging. Everyone was there for something but yet again maybe they were there to find something. Either way, I am sure you can find it here. One concern is that it is a little pricey but you get one trip around the sun. And, since they played Tom Petty, then there is not much to worry about anyhow!!

This place is the whole package! Colorful, charming! Pretty much any drink combinations from dirty…read moresodas, coffee concoctions, lemonades, sparkling sodas! They have a ton of sandwiches/wraps/ salads, breakfast choices, and of course ice cream! Part coffee shop/eatery, part gift store! Picture funny towel sayings, trinkets, cat and dog gifts, fun stuff! The drinks were good but a bit too sweet. I had a lavender lemonade with honey boba! My dad a regular lemonade and my daughter Dr. Pepper with cotton candy flavor. We had the chicken salad sandwich on a croissant, a hummus veggie wrap, and a breakfast sandwich. No complaints as they were fresh, big portions, and delicious. Whether you are looking for ice cream, a fun drink, cofantastic pastries, or a fantastic lunch you must stop by!

There aren't a lot of options to eat in this part of the state, but Monroe City has a great one…read moreright here! They've got a huge menu and a pretty nice buffet. The salad bar is a little lacking, but they've got plenty of meat, veggies, pizza, and dessert. The service was good and they kept the buffet well stocked. I definitely recommend if you're in the area

Breakfast was amazing! My fiancé ordered the all meat skillet and I ordered a hefty helping of a…read morefull order of biscuits and gravy which came with two eggs and two sausage patties. Our waitress was polite and prompt. The restaurant reminds me of an old time family restaurant.