It's been quite a while since we've been here. We used to come here all the time in the late 90's…read moreto the early 2000's and for whatever reason we stopped coming. Grinders came up in a conversation again while we were in the area. Came for lunch. It's a seat yourself establishment. It's definitely a local favorite. A lot of older gentleman eating here. They have a burger special today and as we recall that's we really enjoyed about this place. Comes with fries. The burger didn't disappoint. It was cooked and prepared perfectly. Got the famous sweet tea today. A little on the sweet side. I did a few laps like I had the zoomies from the sweet tea. We need to come back and get the breakfast! We will definitely be coming back on a regular schedule. Why we stopped coming I have no idea.

Consistency is key for this local favorite diner. Service was great and accommodating and food was…read morevery good. Homemade that morning, the seafood chowder was chunked full of seafood and tasty. Salad was crisp and fresh. Always a good option for brunch!

I was pretty excited to visit Jerry's Grille as it's been on the REV to-visit list for quite a…read morewhile. In no way was I disappointed! Things that stood out to me upon entry included its large interior that's spread out with a nice variety of seating and sections. The full service bar was active with people who seemed to know each other pretty well. In addition, it was busy during the visit on a weekday that usually is a slower day for a restaurant. I did notice and liked the art on the wall and knew I'd find it a nice place to visit during CFB and the NFL season. With all that said, I also found the service here to be solid. Stephanie is as good as any veteran server I've experienced. Her knowledge of the popular items was sharp and everything we ordered was as good as she said it would be. I also liked that she would still visit our table regularly even during the rush hour time frame. Another area in which I was highly impressed was the value of what you order, at least in way of the sandwiches. I ordered a fish sandwich that would make a Micky-D's fish sandwich look like a minnow! It was large on a softer white bun. The fish (I cannot recall what kind) was very tender and everything really blended together with it (the tomatoes, lettuce, pickles), especially after I added the tartar sauce. My meal included coleslaw - a very well-prepped popular style version. I could've taken some of this meal home, but it was so good that I pushed my way through it! My Dearest chose the Rueben sandwich. A superb choice! Again, the sandwich is large, made of the normal rye bread, thousand island, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and sliced corned beef. She chose the fries with it, but I'll admit that those could have been a little fresher/hotter. Seemed they sat in the fryer bin for a little too long. But the sandwich itself was great! I ate half of it the next day and I do appreciate that Jerry's uses a high quality corned beef brand - very little fat on the meat. It was a great visit and I will add one more positive thing that will attract people to Jerry's Grille. That is, the value of what you get is just about the best I've seen from a restaurant in quite a while. Usually when I go out, dinners for two are over $40 for us, not including the tip. This dinner at Jerry's with our two (large) sandwiches, fries, coleslaw, and beverages, landed at $34, not including the tip - I was impressed and it helped me increase our tip to the server! I would only say that Jerry's Grille looks a little oldish inside and perhaps could use some renovation/updating of the interior. Though I like the art and the monitors, its classic look has aged to a point, in my own view, that calls for some new wall dressing and painting. But still, I would come here anytime to eat - very comfortable and enjoyable place to visit for dinner! Recommend - HIGH

Jerry's grill is great for not only their extensive menu but also their live music on some Fridays…read moreand Saturdays They also take reservations .There was plenty of servers, and staff clearing tables constantly.The food came out quickly. My dish of grilled shrimp and fish with a side of Mac and cheese was very good. My friend got the nachos which appeared to be loaded with everything. Next time I will try that. They have a large bar. This is a very lively place with plenty of room to dance and or mingle. Also do not miss their brunch, which is only on the weekends. I would recommend the Monte Cristo Sandwich-3 pieces of French toast with Swiss and American cheese, turkey and house-brined ham; served with brunch potatoes or grits.

This place is great, I've had so much fun in the (early) 9am hour rush of this place. My server…read moreEmily was wonderful, she was attentive, expressive and impressively insightful about the menu selections and tailored options for her guests. This place is well run, with women servers on a mission for excellence: people are seated promptly and are seen by their server quickly. Here are some things that I noticed about this place: -the family bathroom was clean, well-lit, and (thank god) did feature a coat rack! *this is important for purses*, changing station, and railing on the door and walls to assist our friends who need extra support. -the grits were HOT, buttered and delicious, very simple recipe with cheddar cheese and my addition of salt & pepper, best restaurant grits ever (and I'm generally underwhelmed by grits from every restaurant) -I was able to sub turkey sausage for my topping in the Secret Bene dish was met with a smile and agreeance. No pork on this fork -if you want to dine with ease, come here the seating in the general dining area is built for tables of 2-4 patrons, semi-closely spaced but the larger tabletops are sequestered into their own section. This seating plans allows for smaller parties to be tended to quickly and redirects the noise and collaboration needed to tend to a larger table top away from others' dining experience. I am delightfully pleased to say that they need to bring back this classic American dining practice of partitioning of space for a larger tables. I remember this in restaurants like ihop and TGI Fridays from back in the day, it does make a difference. -the silverware was clean, very clean place. Thank you SGC!

We stopped at a place we haven't been in a LONG time: Secret Garden Cafe which is located at 10095…read moreBeach Blvd. We split a couple of mimosa pitchers and I had the Patty Melt with Kettle Chips. The melt was decent and I'll circle back to it eventually but I'll try something else next time because I remember loving their breakfast options last time we were here. I LOVED the kettle chips and would get them as a side with anything else. Lauren had the Morning Grab Sandwhich. She picked sausage patties. She could get her egg done however she wanted so she picked fried hard. She could pick cheese as well so she picked American. She liked how buttery the croissant was and said it held up fairly well to the main ingredients. She really liked the breakfast potatoes for her side and said she'd order them every time. This is a cute little place and it's been too long since we stopped in. Emilie was a great server and she happened to be the same person who waited on us the last time we were here, well over a year ago!

The M Shack is colorful with a little humor and specializes in milkshakes and smash burgers. Nice…read moreoutdoor patio. Ordered at the small front counter several single and double bacon egg smash burgers with a side of french fries. Pretty good flavor with decent prices, but not too different than other smash burger places. The gender neutral bathroom was modern and clean with black tile floors and a few orange accents.

Waited in the patio while the family ordered but took a look at the bright walls inside. I wanted a…read moreloaded single smash burger but when I unwrapped it I had a double smash so glad it was a screw up somewhere. Burger was big and sooooo juicy and did not want to share the fries. Smash pattys have so much more flavor than BK or McDonalds funny I'm saying that.

I happened to have the day off and decided to check out a spot close to home. This spot had been on…read moremy short list of local places, and finally, today was the day to check it out. Clara's Tidbits has a variety of lunch options consisting mostly of your standard lunch fare of soups, salads, sandwiches. The Saturday special happened to be the Chicken Salad Sandwich, which is what I was planning to order, so I was pleasantly surprised to get my meal at a slightly lesser cost. I approached the counter to order and the server was happy to answer questions regarding what was included with the meal (pita sandwich with choice of side plus a drink). It came out to be $13 plus tip which is pretty reasonable these days. The establishment itself is very clean and there was plenty of seating during lunch time. Parking should also not be an issue. The setting itself is very casual, but the food was high quality. As for the food itself, the chicken salad was seasoned excellently and didn't have that weird taste sometimes associated with refrigerated chicken. The pasta salad was tasty, and the fountain soda was properly carbonated and flavored. It also came out within 5 or so minutes of ordering it. Give this place a shot!

8/21. First time eating at this Tidbits in Fleming Island. It is a nice room with lots of windows,…read moreservice was friendly. I ordered my classic there which was chicken salad in a pita; not sure why but maybe it was a little better than ones I've had at the other two locations?!? There was a much larger bookclub meeting the same time as our group so I enjoyed talking to them too!

Went for lunch , got the club sandwich & guest got chicken strips. Food was good. Nice size portion…read more. Time for bill and 2 people was $55& change not including tip. Let me just say We decided we will no longer be going to Johnny Angels for lunch anymore. The food is good but definitely not worth that am of money. Living on a fixed income is difficult enough but if more places charge these outrageous amounts for $55 I can buy groceries for a few days. Thanks but No thanks...

Johnny Angel's Diner is such a fun throwback to the 1950s and a great spot on Jacksonville's…read moreSouthside, near the University of North Florida. From the moment you walk in, the retro decor, classic Hollywood memorabilia, and spinning jukebox create a nostalgic diner atmosphere that feels warm and inviting. The food is just as enjoyable as the setting. They serve classic comfort food along with all-day breakfast favorites, including fluffy omelets, scratch-made pancakes, French toast, and hearty country fried steak. Their burgers are hand-formed and never frozen, and the Reuben is another standout, packed with plenty of flavor. And you definitely want to save room for one of their hand-dipped milkshakes or malts. With 11 flavors to choose from, there's something for every sweet tooth. The service was friendly, attentive, and quick, which made the whole experience even better. Johnny Angel's is the kind of family-owned diner where good food, friendly service, and a fun atmosphere come together. A great place to enjoy some classic comfort food with a side of nostalgia!

Open for breakfast and lunch. Bit of a hidden gem in an office complex off of Old St Augustine Rd…read more I grabbed an Alley Club sandwich on toasted wheat bread. The fries were over salted and could only eat a few and fountain drink /.. and including tip $18. Counter service pleasant and welcoming. No frills kinda joint and that's a good thing!

2nd time at Chow Down, this time I patronized the building. Although the food is good for an in…read morebetween a professional restaurant taste and presentation and home-made. I was not liking the inside. There isn't any care or consideration to operation or decor. The condiment station is messy. It's a bit hot from the cooking and just loud. The seating is more "get one if you can". On top of all this my food came up to $18. W/ or w/o inflation I can't do an $18 lunch also the price was more that what is stated on there website.

It's what you expect from a short order cage. Food is always hot and fresh. Onion rings are a hit…read moreor miss, but everything else that I've had has been really good. Service is great and pretty fast. The location is great, too. Inside has a few tables to sit and wait, and it's always clean. Easy recommendation for breakfast or lunch.

I really wanted to just have a nice lunch brought to me because I didn't have time to stop and run…read moreout for lunch. While I know that I should always try to make time to go take a walk I'm afraid to lose track of the several bug fixes and projects I'm working on at the moment. Oh yeah, you know what I did ;) I went to a delivery app on my phone and searched for a place that would deliver to me quick. This place was not far and had a relatively short delivery timeframe. I figured some kinda sandwich would suffice but not one with a whole lot of bread. Pita bread sounds nice but a camel rider, my go-to, is not an option today. Time to try something else. That's when I saw the Grilled Chicken Pita (diced seasoned chicken breast, sauteed onions, peppers, mushrooms, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo). I went with this and a side of tabouli, sat back and waited. It arrived on time and I tore into it immediately. The chicken was warm and phenomenal. I even liked how some of the mushrooms were a little charred from the grill and added to the flavor of the pita. I was very happy with my choice and now I know where to go again if I have a hankerin' for a good lunch.