We stopped by for dinner and were pleasantly surprised to be seated right away. The restaurant is a standalone building within a shopping center and has a beautiful, elegant atmosphere. We started with the mussels as an appetizer, followed by the grouper and snapper entrées. Everything was delicious, and the seafood was fresh and flavorful. Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and even brought out extra bread so we could soak up the delicious mussel sauce, which was a thoughtful touch. The prices are on the higher side, but the good food, attentive service, and inviting ambiance make it a wonderful spot for a nice dinner or special occasion. read more

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Ambience was great, and despite our server being very energetic and honest, service was just okay. Charcuterie appetizer was disappointing because we requested no blue cheese on our board, and 2 of the cheeses that were available were blue cheese. I can go right now to verify, but in my own refrigerator, I likely have at least 5 different varieties of cheese that are not blue cheese related. This is a restaurant. Come on. Only one water refill for the entire evening. Gumbo was tasty, but for $12, I expected more than a cup. read more

I recently dined at Aqua Grill in Ponte Vedra and had a mixed experience. I initially ordered the salmon, but it was clearly farm-raised and served extremely rare. Farm-raised salmon is often raised in crowded pens, which raises concerns for many diners who prefer wild-caught seafood. Given how undercooked it was presented, I did not feel comfortable eating it. The fish was actually raw in the middle part of the fish. To the restaurant's credit, I brought my concerns to management, and they promptly replaced my meal without any issues. I switched to a chicken entree, which turned out to be a much better choice. The chicken was flavorful, well-prepared, and enjoyable. The bread rolls were fresh and delicious, and the salad was crisp and well-made. Unfortunately, the chocolate dessert was disappointing--it was very dry and lacked the rich flavor one would expect from a quality chocolate dessert. Overall, Aqua Grill offers a pleasant atmosphere and responsive customer service. While I appreciated how management handled my concern and enjoyed the chicken, bread, and salad, the salmon and dessert fell short of expectations. read more

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I can't believe it has been 10+ years since I had been to Aqua Grill. I had been trying to get back but it just never worked out but finally we made it back. Once seated service started pretty quick. I started off with the Crab and Lobster Cake. This was something I couldn't pass up on because I love a Crab Cake and now we get Lobster too?!?!?! I must for me. So glad I did too. Spoiler alert this was amazing and the best thing we had all night. Keep these coming cause I could eat probably 10 of these. We then moved on to the Baby Kale Caesar Salad. I do enjoy a Caesar Salad but Kale and I have been been able to get along. I will say it being a Caesar with all the fixing made me enjoy this then most Kale Salads. For my entree I got the Vidalia Crusted Grouper that came with Maine Lobster and Corn Risotto and the Grouper topped with a South Carolina Peach Chutney. The Fish was flakey and cooked perfectly. I will say I thought the Vidalia Crusting with make it a little more flavorful though. The South Carolina Peach Chutney was not really it for me. I was just too over powering for me and made it way too sweet. For desert I had the NY Style Cheesecake which I of course enjoyed. I'm almost always a fan of Cheesecake. I for sure would come back to Aqua Grill because as a seafood fan they have so many amazing sounding options. read more

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Food was great! Plates are pretty large-good to share. Service was great-ask for Natalie. She was very sweet and attentive. Ambience is nice, elegant decor and jazzy music. Great place to come for dinner! read more

I'm embarrassed to say I've been living here for many years and have not visited the Aqua Grill. So, when our anniversary rolled around we chose it to spend our evening there. I made a reservation for outdoor seating online. When we arrived we were greeted immediately and shown to our table on the deck. It's a nice view overlooking a pond. There were a few bees buzzing around but quickly disappeared. Our server was very professional and kept our dinner at a good pace. We started with some cocktails and was served their delicious Housemade bread. Then went on to appetizers. I had the deviled eggs served with caviar and a tiny piece of salmon & capers. It was just those flavors I really enjoy. It was a large order for one so you might want to share. My hubs had a shrimp cocktail. Four large shrimp on a bed of lettuce. He said the shrimp were ok. For entrees - he had the beef short ribs over mashed potatoes served with carrots and brussel sprouts, topped with two onion rings. He said the meat was tender and delicious and really enjoyed his dish. I ordered the grouper which came on a bed of risotto. The fish was topped with a mango peach sauce and some fried onions. Sadly, this was awful all around except for the fish. It was a nice large delicious piece of fresh grouper topped with a sweet sauce that just did not go with it. Also, the risotto was not cooked correctly and the dish was watery on the bottom. It isn't easy getting risotto just right and if you don't know how to make it, you should stay away from it. It tasted more like watery rice. I scraped the topping off of the fish and move the risotto to the side and just ate the fish. I don't know if my husband told him it was our anniversary or we mentioned it when we booked the dinner, but we were given a beautiful card signed by everyone in the restaurant and a yummy piece of chocolate cake. That was a very nice touch and I can't remember the last time a restaurant did something nice like that for a special occasion overall, we had a very nice experience and we would go back again. read more

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We came for a rehearsal dinner so there was a prefixed menu, this review does not reflect the standard menu. If you're still reading, then that means that you're interested in the prefix menu. Overall, I would say this is a pretty solid prefixed menu for a rehearsal dinner. There was a fish, a pork and a chicken dish all of which I had bites of and all of which were delicious, but from my main I went with the pork chop. No pork chop is never something that I would order at a restaurant, but the French onion pork chop sounded too good for me to miss. In fact, I think I might've asked the server if he preferred the pork chop or the chicken dish and he said the pork chop so that was my deciding factor. He did not steer me wrong though the pork chop was delicious. The cheese and the onions on top of the pork chop paired perfectly with however the pork chop was seasoned, and the sides for the pork chop also worked as a vessel to get more cheese and onion into my mouth. The salad that they brought out was delicious. I think it was a kale Caesar salad I remember correctly and I believe I ate every last bite. The dessert was also fantastic along with the drinks. The space they provided for the rehearsal dinner was a fantastic space it was over the water. We were secluded, but not so far away that we were forgotten about. It was actually the perfect space for an event. All of the food that I had was delicious, but none of it was the best I ever had of its type. So if you were looking for a safe option, that's gonna provide good food to guests. I think this is a good option, but I don't think any of your guests would walk away saying this is the best food they've ever had. Again I would absolutely book an event here. I will probably recommend this place for upcoming events that I need to attend. I can't wait to go back and try the full menu. read more

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AWESOME TIME AT AQUA GRILL!! We had an amazing birthday with our server Devin! He made it so special for us! We ordered the martini tower and they were all so delicious and amazing! We ordered a couple food items but the fried green tomatoes and Vidalia flounder was so delicious! The ambiance was set the scene so well, we will definitely be coming back al thanks to Devin being our server!! read more

We came here to celebrate birthdays and friendships and while the service (5 stars great job Zach) and ambiance (4 stars sunset and cool breeze) were solid (minus the bugs from sitting outside), the food quality was a major letdown (1 star). I ordered the Grilled Double Bone-In 14oz Pork Chop, which was undercooked. After I had already cut and eaten some (along with two others at the table), I informed our waiter, Zach. The pork chop was sent back, but what came back was the same chop! missing the 4-6 pieces I'd already cut from the center to check the cooking temperature and the same sides. Second time a charm? Not in this case, still undercooked and raw. Both I and a friend ended up with stomach pain and body aches throughout the night, likely from eating undercooked pork--twice. Disappointing and concerning. Not what we expected for a celebratory dinner. read more

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Have had multiple great experiences here - can't believe I haven't reviewed until now. Service is always on point from the staff - tonight it was Sierra and she was solid in both friendliness and attentiveness without being too overbearing. I had the monkfish meal tonight which was very good. I'm slowly going thru the seafood selections on each visit. So far, it's gonna be tough to beat that bang bang cod with Pad Thai. Consider us fans of this place which is consistent every visit. Save room for the bananas foster bread pudding. It's definitely enough to share. read more

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First time at the restaurant. Hostess was not very inviting or friendly. Seemed bothered that we didn't like our first table but who wants to sit in the aisle (not busy). Salad was delicious but mostly lettuce and very little vegetables. Bread was super delicious (butter with a touch of rosemary) as well as my husband's Cajun soup. Very well balanced, warm and hearty (the soup not my husband) :-) Ambiance was nice. Could easily converse with my husband. Rhett our waiter was delightful. The hostess sat us in his section along with a new party of 6, a party of 7, and a party of 4. Hmmm. We thought about finishing our wine and leaving but Rhett took very good care of us. Ordered the flounder. Very delicious. Highly Cajun forward but the puree balanced it nicely. read more

What a wonderful experience we had here this evening. The food was delicious, the ambience lovely and the staff was simply wonderful! Kudos to Tara for going above and beyond to make our visit at Aqua Grill 5 Stars!! We will be back. read more

I'm a frequent visitor to AquaGrill and always look forward to the experience. The ambiance is consistently good and inviting, relaxing, and perfect for any occasion, this time we were seated on the patio. On my most recent visit, the service was great Zack took great care of us and he was attentive, friendly, and professional throughout the evening. Most of the meal was absolutely amazing, as usual. However, we did run into an issue: the pork chop, which I've ordered and loved in the past, was undercooked this time and had to be sent back. While it was a letdown, especially since I know how excellent it usually is, I appreciate Zach handled it promptly. read more

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Aqua grill is a consistent choice in Ponte Vedra Beach near TPC Sawgrass. Great atmosphere and comfortable dining with great service. Food is consistently flavorful and presented nicely. The bananas foster bread pudding is delicious. read more

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Excellent place to go prior to hitting a PV concert hall show. Lobster rolls really hit the spot. They take reservations. It's a laid back place so can be loud. read more

Last minute decision to eat here for NYE and we had a great experience. We did not have reservations but were immediately seated on the patio. I was worried it would be too cold, but the fire kept the space warm enough. Service was excellent and the food was better than usual. The fried green tomatoes are a must even if you don't usually care for them. The specials for the night all sounded delicious but we settled on the shrimp/striped bass and half roasted chicken specials. Sides were good and portions were more than enough. We had plenty leftover to take home. The bananas foster dessert was not as good as usual and only had a tiny spoonful of ice cream. Overall, great way to spend the last evening of 2025. read more

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One of our favorite dinner spots. We had the fried green tomatoes. They came out hot and cooked to perfection. I had the AG salad and it was good. Our entrees were amazing. The disappointment for me was dessert. The ice cream came out melted and the bread in the bread pudding was hard and stale. Great service. Sat outside on a cold New Year's Eve, but the heaters made it very comfortable. read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch visit to the Aqua Grill. The food was excellent and the outside seating was so breezy and relaxing. I would have given 4 stars because our waiter forgot a lot of things and disappeared for a long time (we were his only table apparently). However, an older gentleman, I'm assuming a supervisor, came and filled our drinks and fixed the problems immediately. He gave us a free dessert to make up for our orders being messed up. Everything tasted perfect and I loved how we didn't have to complain or ask because the supervisor noticed, apologized, and fixed the problem. That is truly amazing customer service and I'll definitely be back. read more

Aqua Grill - Fried Green Tomatoes - Seafood Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

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Fantastic seafood, beautiful outdoor atmosphere, attentive service, and delicious food from start to finish. I first visited for lunch and enjoyed the lobster rolls so much that I returned the next evening with my husband and a group for dinner. Our waitress, Nikki, was incredibly helpful and made excellent recommendations. One person ordered the swordfish, while the rest of us chose the flounder served over lobster risotto. We sat outside by the pond, enjoying the relaxing breeze and atmosphere. We ended the evening with a delicious banana bread pudding topped with ice cream. For appetizers, we shared the Mediterranean platter, jumbo cocktail shrimp, fried green tomatoes, and a calamari platter -- every dish was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Aqua grill offers several different dining areas, and each has its own vibe. I truly enjoy the lakefront seating outside on the patio. During fall evenings, you can enjoy beautiful sunsets. They also have a private dining room and an area with a chef's pass table, which is kind of nice if you have a group that you want to impress. Of course, there is the bar area known for great happy hour specials. The dinner menu offers several starters, which we enjoyed: the charcuterie board and some calamari, which was very delightful and we also shared the Mediterranean platter. All starters were very good. Everything was fresh, vibrant-looking, and there were no problems with the starters. The menu itself is something you may want to view before you go to the restaurant. They offer a lot of seafood for the seafood enthusiast and have six non-seafood entrees, such as New York steak and filet mignon. Of course, last but not least, they have a beautiful bananas Foster bread pudding that you have to try, big enough to share with your whole table. Our server was a delight and just really wanted to make sure that we felt well taken care of and we did. read more

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Friday Night Dinner with My Love. We were promptly seated upon arrival and the ambiance was a cozy and inviting atmosphere. To start, our server brought over a complimentary cinnamon-sugar bread that was warm, but just ok. For the mains, my wife ordered the whole snapper while I chose the short rib. We couldn't resist swapping plates halfway through to experience both dishes. The short rib was rich and flavorful. The fish was also delightful, though I wasn't a huge fan of the side it came with. Just okay to me, but my wife really enjoyed it. For dessert, we shared the bread pudding with cappuccino and it was yummilicious! The perfect sweet ending to a wonderful meal. Overall, the service was attentive and friendly. A lovely evening all around. read more

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We had a wonderful lunch here today. I truly enjoyed the fried green tomato entree with smoked bacon & goat cheese (or was it feta), either way it was delish. The husband had the shrimp po boy with some of the biggest "wavy" fries I've ever seen. I had the chicken salad platter with Lu ious chunks of chicken breast with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, red onions and mozzarella on the side. For sweetness they added blueberries and strawberries but the true gold was the dried cherries in the chicken salad!! Well don Aqua Grill. The service was amazing and the ambiance on the outside patio watching the turtles play and ducks swimming made for a wonderful, much needed outing. read more

Aqua Grill - Fried Green Tomatoes at Aqua Grill, Jacksonville Fl. - Seafood Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

We sat on the patio which has a nice view of the water. We started with the Sauteed PEI Mussels, which were fresh and tasty. Our server asked if we also wanted some bread and butter, and we were so glad we said yes because it was amazing. For my entree, I had the Baked Trout Rizzo. The sauce on the fish was very good, but the Trout itself wasn't my favorite. My bf had the Blackened Mahi Mahi + Shrimp tacos and a side of Mac & Cheese, which wasn't his favorite. There were lots of things on the menu that sounded good, so I will be back for some more bread and to try them. read more

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Aqua Grill is a great staple in Ponte Vedra. Eating outside on the patio overlooking the lake is easily the best part of the experience...it's a perfect, relaxing atmosphere. The food is consistently good; the fried green tomatoes with bacon and goat cheese are a must-try starter, and the seafood is always incredibly fresh. The service is friendly, and the quality is always consistent. It's a highly reliable spot for a nice dinner out or a weekend lunch by the water. read more

Are you trying to avoid delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and stellar service? Then you want to stay FAR AWAY from Aqua! Tara, the manager there (who is also a HOOT!), runs an EXCELLENT ship; and Emma C., our STELLAR waitress for the evening, created a delectably dizzying experience for us! This is our home now; and the next time we're visiting Jax Beach, we'll find ourselves there. You should too! read more

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Staff was fun and well trained. Food and drinks were great. Would love to come back next time I'm in town.

We had a great experience dining here! The place is beautiful inside. I think they also have tables outside. Our server was fantastic! I forgot his name but he reminds me of Aquaman lol, He gave us recommendations and even offered if we wanted another bread while waiting for our meal. My husband got the Slow Braised Boneless Beef Shortribs. They were tender and flavorful! I also liked the Brussels sprouts, whipped potatoes and onions rings that came with it. As for me, I ordered the Cantonese Style Whole Local Snapper. Super crispy, flaky and the mango sauce has the perfect blend of sweet and sour. Delicious! The only downside was I couldn't see the bones as the lighting in the dining area was dark, I suggest to order this during lunch or dinner outside. For dessert, we got the bread pudding and latte to end the night. So good! I would definitely recommend Aqua Grill to my friends when planning our group dinners! read more

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Ambience is so nice. Everything is well done. Even the silverware is weighty. We started with a Manhattan and the sangria both excellent. We had the med platter and the AC salad. It was fine, but not special. But then I got the bang bang cod, which was phenomenal. Get the extra sauce the way to recommended it and she was right. It's a very light sauce that I thought was excellent. My wife had a short rib and it was a very good meal. She's also gluten-free and they were able to do that. No problem. They didn't remember it was our anniversary, which was a little bit of a bummer. I put it in a reservation usually that's enough for a fancy restaurant. But the food was great very nice night. Would have earned a five but missed on the little things at the table. Bread was cold but said they were waiting for it to finish. Etc. read more

One of our favorite places to frequent weekly. Always excellent food and wonderful service. We love to sit in the patio or at the bar. The bang bang cod is wonderful. We had a visitor the other night begging for treats. read more

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I had the Canton Snapper, a whole fried fish. It was definitely overcooked, the fish meat rendered down to a mushy consistency. I definitely should have sent it back to the kitchen as it was about $40. How does this happen, don't they having timers? read more

We went with a large party and they were able to accommodate us since we had a reservation. Service was outstanding and food was great. It was extremely pricey as expected what was not expected was the $26 charge for them to cut the cake we brought from Publix to top off the 50th Anniversary we were celebrating. Considering how much we paid for dinner we were surprised about the extra charge. Seemed petty. read more

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They did not have live music or offer lunch at 2 PM because it was Mother's Day. Our caprese salads had mushy over-ripe tomatoes. My mother's $60 fillet was undercooked and when it was returned to us from recooking was covered in a new mystery sauce. Our chocolate martinis had obviously been split into two glasses as neither were full and there was no garnish. Our waitress was polite and attentive and there were circumstances beyond her control. Overall for a $500 lunch this was extremely disappointing. read more

The food and ambiance is very good.It is a little pricey, but it's worth the price. Had the steak very good

We had dinner there on Saturday and it was an unexpected disappointment. I ordered eggplant parmesan, which I had previously enjoyed. It was unrecognizable. The tasteless eggplant was covered with a "Chef Boyardee" style sauce, and smothered in a thick, chewy, layer of Mazzarella cheese. A pile of so-called Fried Fettuccini filled the rest of the plate. Yikes! I'm hoping this was just a one-off and will certainly try again. The server, Rhett, was great. read more

Had a lovely dinner on the back patio. Server was attentive and provided his opinions on favorite dishes. Great selection of cocktails, but went with white wine. Bread and butter was very tasty. Ordered the fish over lobster risotto and my friend ordered truffle fries and seafood chowder. Would definitely go again to try other seafood dishes (there were so many options!) and enjoy the water view. read more

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Buyer beware! The deviled eggs will change your life! I live 250 miles away and I'm trying to figure out how I can get back to have them again. They were the best deviled eggs I've ever had in my life. Everything I ordered was excellent - Ceasar salad; short ribs - a meal I will never forget. Thank you, Aqua Grill! read more

Aqua Grill is a great locally owned restaurant in Ponte Vedra Beach. I have had the pleasure of dining in the restaurant & the bar frequently, as I live nearby. If you want a more formal vibe, eat in the restaurant, with its beautiful decor & delicious entrees... I highly recommend any seafood dish as it is always on point. The service is always excellent as the waitstaff is highly knowledgeable about the menu. You can also eat in the bar.... You can order the same wonderful food & the bartenders provide terrific service. They also have a bar menu you can pick from. The chicken wings are always crisped to perfection & delicious! I recently enjoyed live music on their back porch... had a great time with friends! The drinks are always wonderful! read more

Aqua Grill - This is local band, Vox, playing on the back patio at Aqua Grill. - Seafood Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

Aqua Grill rates somewhere between four and five stars for me. I absolutely loved the steak here. All of the other food and drink I had was delicious too and service was great. However, we sat on the patio and were bombarded by bugs later in the night. I don't knock this place too much for that, though. Overall, I really enjoyed our experience and recommend this restaurant and bar for a nice meal out and/or after-dinner drinks. The cuisine is seafood and New American. Aqua Grill is located in the large Sawgrass Village shopping center, situated at the entrance to TPC Sawgrass (famous golf course, home to the PGA Tour's annual Players Championship tournament). At the time of writing this review, the business has been around for about 35+ years. It opened in its current space in October 2015. This is a tried-and-true, successful, local business. The restaurant is in its own freestanding building on the south end of the property, facing a pond and fountain, and the A1A. There's plenty of free parking on-site. This is a nice place (trends upscale) with a somewhat trendy and modern vibe. The atmosphere is casual. The dining room has cool indoor waterfalls and ambient lighting. As mentioned above, we sat outside on the patio. The patio is fully-covered and faces the pond and fountain. During the daytime, sunset, and into the night, it was pleasant. The bugs came out around 8-9pm or so. Shortly thereafter, the dining room and patio closed and we made our way to the bar. On a Friday night, the bar was absolutely packed. The bar room is just on one side of the building and it's not terribly big. This is more of a restaurant anyway. The bar has a variety of seating and lots of TVs. I almost got poked in the eye by an older drunk woman trying not to fall as she stumbled her way out. Good times. For dinner, my wife and I had the following: Appetizer * Fried Green Tomatoes - bacon, feta cheese, Thai chili sauce Salads * A.G. Salad (2) - field greens, romaine lettuce, heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, croutons, radish, Manchego cheese, and garden herb & roasted garlic ranch dressing Entrees * Grilled Center Cut "Prime" New York Strip - grilled medium rare and served with creamed Brussels sprouts, smoked bacon, shrimp scampi, compound butter, and roasted garlic whipped potatoes * Vidalia-Crusted Chilean Sea Bass - Maine lobster, corn risotto, South Carolina peach chutney, fried leeks, broccolini Dessert * Key Lime Pie (2) - whipped cream, fresh berries Drinks * Gimlet * Aperol Spritz * Gin and Tonic * Old Fashioned * Espresso Martini Everything was beautifully-presented and tasty. The Fried Green Tomatoes were excellent. They were delectably crispy on the outside and hot and succulent on the inside. The Thai chili sauce and the pieces of feta on top added more flavor to what was already a flavor-packed dish. The A.G. (Aqua Grill) Salad was also very good. The veggies were fresh and crisp. The yellow heirloom tomatoes were high-quality and added delightful bursts of umami. The slices of Manchego were probably my favorite part of the salad and the garden herb & roasted garlic ranch dressing was terrific. The Grilled Center Cut "Prime" New York Strip was phenomenal. Easily my favorite dish of the night. The quality of the steak was superb. It was seasoned and cooked to perfection. The strip was tender, rich, and extra savory. Every bite was quite gratifying. The Vidalia-Crusted Chilean Sea Bass was also fantastic. The filet had a wonderfully moist and flaky texture, and the skin had an appetizing char. The dish was well-garnished and had all sorts of interesting flavors, from the sweet and tangy peach chutney to the thick and creamy corn risotto. The Key Lime Pie, which was more par for the course, was yummy. The "fresh berries" included strawberry, raspberry, blackberry, and blueberry. All of the cocktails were well-made and delicious. No one drink stood out from another. They were all good. read more

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Nestled in a charming plaza in Ponte Vedra, Aqua Grill was a perfect date night spot! The cocktail menu set the tone for the evening, featuring a fabulous Jacksonville Mule, it was just to my liking. To start, I had the biggest oysters I have ever had. Each bite was fresh and high quality. We also snacked on the charcuterie board that was fantastic. The one cheese in particular stood out to me which had a vanilla swirl, adding a nice twist to each bite. For the main course, I had the cilantro and almond crusted cod served with pad thai. The combination made for some awesome flavors and the cod was cooked nice and flaky but held its crust. Equally delicious, was the ribeyes. It was cooked to perfection and we had the truffle fries with cheese that were impossible for me to resist stealing from my boyfriend's plate! To cap off an incredible meal, we enjoyed the bread pudding. It had caramelized bananas and strawberries that added a perfect touch of sweetness. The espresso martini paired nicely with this. Overall, Aqua Grill is a must visit! read more

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I had lunch today at Aqua Grill and it was superb! The special was shrimp and mussels over fettuccine with a lemon butter sauce. Had enough to take home for dinner! Our server Seanna was friendly, personable, and very knowledgeable. We had a wonderful lunch! read more