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The Southern Grill

4.0 (365 reviews)
Closed 6:30 am - 10:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Meatloaf Melt with potato salad
Lou B.

Pricey, but good portion size and tasty. Tucked away downtown, so parking was difficult to find. Inside is nothing fancy and feels like a bar, but putting out way better quality food. Will be back to try something else in their extensive menu!

Black and blue burger + fries
Amber N.

The fries were not seasoned at all. The burger was overcooked and it didn't have much blue cheese.

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Mitchell M.

Came upon this place by reviews as we parked our boat at Friendship park. A short walk from the park. As we walked in we were promptly greeted and orders are taken at the counter. We had to take a minute because the menu was extensive. She recommended the BBQ and burgers since that's what she said they were famous for. Drinks are taken at the drink station with a soda fountain and sweet or unsweetened tea. They even have a coffee bar area on the opposite side. Food was delicious, my only critique was my fries were Luke warm on the verge of being cold. A lot of our group got the BBQ Pulled Pork Reuben Sandwich. She recommended getting it on garlic toast. I felt like a burger and got the Bacon Cheddar burger. We were all amazed how delicious the food was and mentioned coming back again.

Natalie K.

Love this place. They have a large selection of food and specialty items include bbq, southern dishes and sandwiches. My burger was phenomenal and the green beans were so delicious. I could honestly just eat a large portion of them they are that good. Can't wait to try more of their expansive menu items!

Club Sandwich on wheat with fries
Brad H.

Stopped in today at this small casual diner located just off the south bank. Parking to get in is a little tight. The menu for the business is expansive covering breakfast, sandwiches, melts, wraps, salads, and assorted special offerings like red beans and rice with choice of protein. You will order at the counter (there was a line when we got there at 11). Once you have ordered, you will be issued a number placard as then you can find a seat at the bar, a table or a booth. I opted for a club sandwich with fries, while my friends with me got red beans and rice with sausage and chicken tenders. Our food came out a short time later and my club sandwich on wheat was great. A good mix of piled high ham, turkey and cheese with bacon on top. Their wheat bread is really good and light. My friend who got the red beans and rice could not finish his meal bc there was so much. Great place for a lunch.

Specials and sides menu
Richard L.

This place is a must try! Food was absolutely delicious however a little pricy for what you get. Service was good and it had a nice dive sports bar feel.

Jenna O.

Delicious! Great breakfast and lunch options, decently priced and the service is always the kindest.

Country fried steak, nice and crunchy and gravy super hot
Tavia L.

Aaliyah, Amanda have what it takes. Service with a smile The food was amazing. The service was great. I will come back.

Entrance
Jerry H.

The southern grille right in the heart of Jacksonville offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. This self service establishment has it all from beverages to drinks. The ambience has a down home feel. Orders are taken at the bar. We ordered, we sat and was fed almost instantly. My wife already is excited to return. The wife had the southern grill breakfast which includes eggs, grits, meat, home fries and toast. I got the veggie omelet with french fries and an english muffins. I had the veggie omelet. The omelet was small to the oodle of french fries on my plate. The omelet was tasty. Once you pay, the wait staff does not follow up. A sign says thank you for coming. This is the only down fall. A hostess at the front would be a welcome addition to a well oiled machine of a restaurant.

Cheeseburger omelette
Chad D.

This place definitely was below expectations. The young lady behind the counter was a bit rude taking the food orders. However the young lady running the food to the tables seemed sweet. We struggled to get clean flatware. The coffee was not good. My cheeseburger omelette was over done and dry. Was basically a crumbled up hamburger patty and very little cheese. My English muffin was burnt as well.

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Great food, local fresh...totally worth the visit early am and lunch. Busy on game day but still fast...

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Delicious food and attentive staff! The ambiance was good, and restaurant clean light and bright, parking was not a problem.

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4.4(1.7k reviews)
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I have been to spend the night in Jacksonville and decided to try the Bearded Pig. Best barbecue,…read moreribs, burnt ends and great baked beans and macaroni and cheese. Anytime I'm near Jacksonville. I automatically go there. It is always very busy, if you want to take our call ahead and almost impossible to park, but worth it. Indoor and outdoor seating.

Came in to The Bearded Pig in Jacksonville looking for some solid BBQ and it ended up being one of…read morethe better meals we had on the trip. Right away the place had a great vibe, busy but still comfortable, and you could tell they take their food seriously. Marcus took care of us and his service really stood out. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything came out right without us having to ask. It's always a plus when the service matches the quality of the food, and he definitely made the experience even better. The brisket sandwich was excellent, full of flavor with that perfect smoky taste and really tender meat. You can tell it's done right. The pulled pork sandwich was just as impressive, juicy and packed with flavor in every bite. Both sandwiches were filling and hit the spot. The mac and cheese was great as well, creamy and rich and paired perfectly with the BBQ. It's one of those sides you don't think much about at first but end up finishing completely. Overall this place delivers on both food and service. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in Jacksonville and want some legit BBQ.

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The Butt Hutt Smokehouse - Sweet Heat

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4.6(259 reviews)
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Thanks going out to Butt Hutt Sweepstakes by Jacksonville Fun, Eats and Drinks that I won. It was a…read more"Four Pack" win. So, I invited my roommate', Ernie, my friends Arlynn and Joe to join us. We had brisket, pulled pork, two large sides, Texas toast, and four drinks. Then Ernie ordered a side of fries and Arlynn and Noe ordered two large sides(come slaw and Mac n cheese)of BBQ Baked beans. We met at 2pm, after the lunch crowd was gone. I loved the murals all around the building on Roosevelt Blvd(near Edgewood exit). Parking was fine. I went in and told the Waitress I was there a little early. When everyone was there, I went up and ordered. Everyone employee was so nice. The BBQ & sides were delicious. The sweet tea was very good. Now that know exactly where they're located-I will be back soon for more great food and warm atmosphere. Thanks going out to the Owner and staff that served us.

This is a great spot for some authentic barbecue! They have both outdoor and indoor seating. They…read morealso serve local Beers on tap. I was pleasantly surprised to see they offered burnt ends as not many spots do. I ordered that, the Cole slaw, and the potato salad. Not a huge fan of the potato salad but i enjoyed everything else! I was also able to try their ribs and pulled pork from other plates at the table with me and those items are really good as well. Solid spot!

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Woodpeckers Backyard BBQ - 3 meat combo (brisket, sausage, and turkey) with beans, collard greens, and cream corn.

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4.6(690 reviews)
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The food was fantastic I'd recommend anyone to go, service was excellent, I was totally blown away…read moreat the quality, and the plane was so clean and well taken care of.

Up date March 2006. Woodpecker's is still fantastic!…read moreNice BBQ joint atmosphere, great service, and supreme barbecue. Prices are good. My family, the six of us, most who live very close, my wife and I, visiting from CA, made our usual visit to Woodpecker's during an "around Florida" vacation. We visited many spots of my youth between Jax & St. Petersburg while dining at old favorites and several BBQ joints along the way. Without a doubt, Woodpecker's Backyard Barbecue was the best by far. The last time we were there, the turkey stole a show as it was the best turkey I have ever eaten in a barbecue restaurant. This time the brisket was the number one meat, equalling or bypassing any I have had anywhere, even in the many Texas joints we have tried. It was right up there with Franklin's and other top Texas offerings. All of their meats were extremely good. Their sides are very interesting as well as good tasting utilizing a lot of dátil pepper to flavor several and add a little bite of spice. My only wish is that it was closer than the 2547 miles away that it is. If you are anywhere near woodpecker's backyard, barbecue, go. Go. Go. You will not regret it.

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Woodpeckers Backyard BBQ - Ribs that were part 1 of 2 different meats.  The pieces were huge and delicious!

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Backwood Meat Smokers - Great bbq

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Brisket and pulled pork were very good, and I really liked the baked beans and mac and cheese. Good…read moreseasoning on everything. I really wish they had the sauce bottles on the side so I can mix and match what I wanted, instead they just give you one cup for the whole meal. Also a bit disappointed that they sent us a menu ahead of time but the prices went up when they got here. Still, the food was great and the service was friendly, so if they came back I would probably get them again.

Backwood Meat Smokerz came to my neighborhood this evening and boy am I glad they did! I received…read morean email this afternoon from the homeowners association so I Googled Backwood and found a Facebook page. There were several five-star reviews on FB but nothing on Yelp. As soon as I walked out of my house I smelled the smoker. As soon as I saw brisket on the menu it was a no-brainer. The sides can change daily. Today featured baked beans and three cheese mac and cheese, yes please! My order was served quickly and the owner was friendly. As soon as I was handed my food I was overwhelmed by the yummy aroma. When I came in the house my dog and doggy guests were super excited to see me, aka, they wanted my dinner lol! The brisket was tender and juicy with a nice smoky flavor. I also loved dipping in the Carolina style sauce. The baked beans were tangy and delicious with a little kick. And the mac and cheese was cheesy. My only complaint was I'm use to larger portions of meat. Although, I do understand meat prices have raised in the past year or so. I will absolutely stop by Backwood again so I can try a different protein. Thanks for serving our neighborhood!

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Backwood Meat Smokers - Beef brisket & smoked turkey, $19. Meats had good flavor. I didn't like the Mac & chs. Portion is small for the price.

Beef brisket & smoked turkey, $19. Meats had good flavor. I didn't like the Mac & chs. Portion is small for the price.

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