My husband and I visited Sweet Mama's Southern Homestyle today for lunch. I had the shrimp and…read moregrits. My husband had shrimp grits and fish. The food was absolutely amazing! The staff was professional and pleasant. The restaurant was clean and inviting. I also ordered oxtails for my mom "to go". I will definitely be eating at this establishment in the future! If I could give this restaurant 10 stars if I would!!

I've been coming to Sweet Mama's for a couple of years every time my husband and I visit…read moreJacksonville, so I was a little disappointed with this visit. The pork chop looked good, but it didn't seem seasoned, and there wasn't enough gravy on it to really be considered smothered. My husband's soda also had a strange aftertaste, which wasn't pleasant. On a positive note, the sides were absolutely delicious. The sweet potatoes, butter beans, rice, and cornbread were all flavorful and enjoyable. That's honestly what saved the meal for me. I know every restaurant can have an off day, and because we've had great experiences here in the past, we'll definitely give them another chance. This visit just wasn't up to the standard we've come to expect from Sweet Mama's.

The food was delicious! The staff immediately greeted us and took our order. The restaurant was…read moreclean and had natural light from the windows. I got the veggie plate and picked macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes and gravy, and cabbage. Everything was very flavorful, especially my sides. They are very vegetarian friendly, all the vegetables/sides are meatless.

Delicious country food! Reminded me of what my Grandparents would make. I got the fish, greens,…read morecornbread, mac and cheese. I plan on returning soon!

This was the BEST southern food I've eaten and staff was very pleasant and helpful. I will be…read morereturning very soon.

Everything was delicious here! Juicy fried chicken, homemade macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes…read morewith gravy, collard greens and corn bread YUM! Everyone that works there are very nice and look like they enjoy being there! We loved the booth sitting and comfort. Everything was nice and clean. The sweet woman greeting us was the best!! I believe her name was Tangie

I've been eating here for nearly 25 years ++. I can't think of a single time I was ever…read moredisappointed by Soul Food Bistro. They are CONSISTENTLY delicious, and I'm a glutton for their sides for sure! Tonight I had the Fried Chicken Dark Meat Dinner that comes with two sides and a slice of cornbread. For my sides I got mac and cheese and collard greens. Delicious and tasty as always. There really isn't much to say except someone's gramma is in that kitchen steppin' their foot all in everything because lord have mercy, I love the food here. Tonight being no different.

LI've been eating here for a very long time, and the food has always been delicious. One of the…read morethings I love most is how reasonably priced the kids' meals are. The staff is always friendly, and there's plenty of seating, which makes it a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. The one thing I've noticed recently is a change in the oxtails. They're still good, but honestly, they just don't taste quite as good as they used to. Overall, I still enjoy coming here and appreciate the friendly service and affordable prices

Delicious bbq. Husband and I enjoyed going to their Jacksonville Beach location but took the 30…read moreminute drive to have some yummy bbq. We were happy to make the drive! I got pull pork sandwich, Mac and cheese, French fries and baked beans. My husband got 10 chicken wings, turkey and sausage along with cold slaw and baked beans. We ordered way too much food but now have leftovers for tomorrow!

Haven't been here in a few years. Was unimpressed when they were at their old location, and this…read morevisit really wasn't any different. Happy hour beer was thoroughly disappointing. Smaller price, but smaller beer. Pic attached represents what was handed to me before I took a sip - stingy and flat. Got the burnt ends and jalapeño poppers for an appetizer, and the wings for dinner. Burt ends were delicious, smoky and flavorful. However, poppers and wings were pretty bland. They could have used more seasoning. It's an ok place and definitely very popular. Lots of after work traffic dropping in. I just don't get the appeal of a happy hour short on pour and bland bbq. But hey, it's just my taste and opinions.

In my eyes the southern grille can do no wrong. Be it breakfast, lunch, or happy hour. I've had…read morebreakfast sandwiches, burgers, fish, quesadillas, sides and desserts and nothing has let me down. Sometimes I even pop in just for a smoked sweet potato. The staff are some of the friendliest around. I love they know my name when I walk in - which is impressive bc they see hundreds of people a day. Also carrying desserts by a third party - love the local supporting local mindset.

This is a hidden gem! Parking was tricky, but if you don't mind a short walk, you'll be fine. We…read morewere greeted when entering, and ordered at the counter/ bar. The menu is full of great choices. The restaurant is clean, and you can choose a table or a booth with outdoor seating available. Lots of TVs if you're into sports. There is a large aquarium with cool fish swimming around. I got the 4 vegetable plate. Okra, and tomatoes, red beans, pita, and hummus and a baked sweet potato. My husband had red beans and rice with spicy sausage. The food was brought to our table, hot , fresh, and full of flavor. The cornbread was excellent. We'll definitely return, and try their breakfast menu.

We went with some friends for dinner. We are doing the AbC's dinner club and we picked this…read morerestaurant for the letter "B" We had reservations, inside was nice, the first thing that caught my eye was the cakes!!!! They have an amazing selection! The service was good, the food was great. I did the 3 courses menu for $45 and it was worth it. I had the salmon stuffed with crab, salad and rum cake, everything was delicious! They have a selection of cocktails too. I highly recommend it!

While seeking an exceptional dining destination in Southbank this evening, I happened upon BB's,…read moreand it proved to be an absolute culinary triumph! Arrival was effortless thanks to their convenient parking options. Stepping inside, I was immediately enchanted by the ambiance. While unassuming at first glance, the decor is exquisitely appointed, featuring a charming bar area alongside a breathtaking display of artisanal cakes and delicate treats. The venue is pristine, elegant, and impeccably maintained. The hospitality was top-tier from start to finish. My server, Evan, was remarkably gracious, attentive, and ensured I was seated comfortably, making the entire experience feel thoroughly luxurious. To unwind after a long day, I ordered an Espresso Martini, which was mixed to sheer perfection smooth, rich, and an absolute delight. For my main dish, I selected the Duck Wonton Napoleon, which was nothing short of divine. The flavors were sophisticated, beautifully balanced, and executed with real skill. From the pristine cleanliness and chic decor to the stellar service from Evan and exquisite cuisine, BB's earns full marks. A thoroughly marvelous evening I shall most certainly be returning

Went on a lunch break from the Wellness Summit (FSCJ Downtown Campus) ... glad it's close by! The…read morebrick mortar location was closed, but the food truck was in the lot next to it. Turns out there was a pipe burst and they had to vacate the location, hoping to get back into it. Nonetheless, they took care of their patrons. Food was fresh and crispy! Didn't exexpect that since it was so quick! And it wasn't drenched in oil, like some places. Very pleased! Went with the Shrimp and fried okra combo. Sooooooo good! They didn't have any specialty sauces available, but they did have hot sauce. Lucky for me, I like hot sauce. And the small hawaiian roll to accompany it, perfect sweet treat to tie it all together. Thanks to Starvin Like Marvin, I was no longer starving. Hehe. It was my first meal all day! My day started at 6am, so this was a great delight at 1230pm! Definitely go check them out! It's worth it!

ordered the red snapper, shrimp, and fries with their signature juice. I gave a 20% tip and…read moreappreciated that the food was freshly cooked. Unfortunately, the food was very salty, and some of the shrimp still had the dark intestinal tract ("black line") attached. I only ate a few bites before having to return to work. About 30 minutes later, I developed diarrhea and had to spend about 20 minutes in the bathroom. I called the restaurant to request a refund because I barely ate any of the food, but I was told they were not at fault because they had been in business for 14 years. I understand that it can be difficult to determine what caused a stomach issue, but I was disappointed with how my concern was handled. I'm now throwing away most of the meal, losing the money I spent, and leaving unsatisfied with both the food and customer service. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this experience.

It's been a while and the vibe has changed along with the menu. It feels more like a sports bar now…read morewith trivia on a Friday night. The menu also leans more towards sports bar but if you remember items from tbe old menu - cough cough - pimento cheese, you can ask for them and they can accommodate. Service was good but I think my fish and chips sat in the window longer than expected. Fish wasn't piping hot but hotter than warm. The chips are just seasoned fries and were also decent and the cole slaw was solid. It wasn't same cole slaw from the old menu but it was good. Our server Alex has been there since the old menu and vibe and he shared - when I asked - about the changes. The area asked for these changes so they adapted and the crowd showed it on a rainy Friday night.

We had a recent dining experience at health kitchen that was out of this world. The service and the…read moretiming and the quality of the food and the taste of the food were unbelievable. Bourbon Sugar Biscuits were actually unreal with their strawberry jam + butter the cup of chili was the perfect size and with the toppings of onion/cheese absolute perfection ordered ice water with lemon and it was the best! Server Rajah kept everything fresh and flowing Actually one of the best servers I've had in NOC just a simple side salad but the freshest greens - kids meal, amazing sweet potatoe fries and intense chicken, intensely good I don't know how some restaurants can be so good at what they do, but these guys nailed it! Happy to come back and bring more business here EXCELLENT

My daughter were looking for a new place to eat and ran across Shut Em Down. We were not…read moredisappointed! The cashier, Destiny, was very nice and helpful. The food was reasonably priced and made fresh. My daughter said that it might be the best chicken she has ever had,

Went to the newest location of shut em down and was very satisfied. I was in the and it was in a…read moreSunday. I believe the online orders were closed on the site. I got fried catfish, mashed potatoes and greens as my side. The order came out in a timely manner. Service was great even though I got it to go. The food lasted all but ten minutes. I prefer this location over the other one on the other side because I was in and out. Paid less than $12 for the lunch portion. Two pieces of fish included. This location is small, but not really big enough for a party of 12