One thing is for sure... make a reservation. I did not have one, but thankfully there were enough free seats at the bar to make the visit possible. The bar is not that big, so don't rely on getting that lucky. The place itself is nice. Parking is easy. Service is super friendly and attentive. The grilled fish BLT - fresh daily choice fish, romaine lettuce, marinated tomatoes, roasted tomato-remoulade, applewood smoked bacon, was a nice option for dinner. I can't say I have seen something like it on a menu somewhere else! That, plus the meze platter with hummus - toasted naan, jalapeño chips, grilled baby carrots, green goddess, olive relish, was more than enough food. The side Caesar that the sandwich came with was great too. They had a good selection of canned local brews which was the perfect touch to an already wonderful experience here. read more

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The desserts tonight we're outstanding as always! The salted caramel cheesecake was light and Jessica (I believe that was her name and Dwight dress who gave us the rundown of all the desserts was phenomenal! She truly represented BB and the most positive way. The blueberry cobbler that my friend had he loved it and my other friend said that the in-season blueberry cake was moist and very light. The German chocolate cake looked outstanding and must've been good because this 9 year young lady ate 90% of it! Overall, it was great. The atmosphere was inviting. (The table next to us was exceptionally loud, but that's OK.) love the lighting. read more

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The food was really good and tasty. The cake is the best. The charcuterie board was an outstanding touch. The food took a long time to come out I'm not sure if they were short staffed but the restaurant was not full. The vibe would be better if the tables were spaced out more. read more

BB's - The grand manier cake to go - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

More than just a groovy place to b - it's an escape to the finest dining and bar in downtown Jacksonville!! Yeah ambience was super cool but let's get to the food. Ooh my dear Lord 100% mouthwatering, super fresh homemade exceptional. Chefs kiss for sure!!!! Stoped in to try the dessert was Immediately transported to New Orleans. The bread pudding was crazy delicious, hot and the ice cream cold, what an experience I almost had one of those Harry met Sally moments‍. The service was amazing, the best from stepping inside, immediately seated to having the BEST SERVER!!! A Must Have Experience!! Yes indeed, I'm coming back today Fabulous prices too!!! Thank you so much bb's - no doubt a very cool place. read more

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I haven't been back to the restaurant since my original post and that is because they still have 22 health code violations. Since December of 2023 they have only met standards three times. All the rest have been in the "needs follow up" category. I'm perplexed that the inspectors all this business to stay open when they can't meet health code requirements. Seven months ago they had 27 violations and they've only changed 5? They need to be closed until they fix their problems. read more

Beautiful and elegant downtown restaurant with delicious dishes, delectable deserts, and darling staff. Would totally return!

The bar/restaurant is located downtown close to River walk. It is nice lively place. The host was welcoming and patient. The margaritas were delicious and tasty. I ordered two. The steak was and mashed potatoes were good. It was more food than plate. This is nice place for drinks and social time. read more

BB's - Crispy Crab Cakes - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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We had a great experience at BB's before going to a show at the Jacksonville Performing Arts Center. Very pleasant dining room, food was very good, service was excellent, and it was a super location for before theater dining. read more

Great service! Good was amazing! Lunch steak highly recommended. Very clean Resturant. read more

BB's - Great place!! Food was amazing lunch steak and paper plane - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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I really don't get the hype, we ordered off the $40 per person menu. We ordered the soup and salad to start and 3 out of the 4 entrees listed and two different desserts. The soup and salad were great! Then came the entrees all were not that good my whole fried pompano had no flavor and seemed overcooked with old oil. The pork chop was tender but the sides weren't good. And the crispy chicken not tender and no flavor. The bread pudding was on the sweet side and so was the white chocolate raspberry cake, I guess if you like really sweet things you may love the dessert. But the biggest letdown was def all the entrees. 3 stars cause it started off strong and the service was great! For $120 plus tip and tax the entrees needed to be better read more

BB's - Popovers complimentary - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Visited for a birthday celebration. The ambiance and atmosphere is a 10/10. The staff super friendly. Upon making the reservation the manager called and confirmed and she was super helpful and friendly. They have the best service ever. The food was ok but drinks were great. I will go again and I recommend. read more

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Food its always good And service STUPENDOUS !!! Every server is the best Little loud some days for my taste read more

Recently, we had lunch at BB's to celebrate my daughter's birthday. Even though it was a Saturday and they were hopping, we were seated immediately, which was a lovely surprise. The menu included not just their normal lunch selections, but also some brunch options. I ordered the Steak & Eggs (brunch selection) with my eggs "over medium." My daughter and DH both ordered the Bistro Steak Sandwich. All of our entrees were delicious and well presented. We opted for dessert as well, since we were celebrating a birthday! We ordered three for the table, to share. We ordered: Pink Champagne Cake, the Oreo Mousse Pie and a Chocolate Mousse Cake. The Pink Champagne Cake & the Oreo Mousse Pie were the "winners!" All in all, a solid dining experience from this Jacksonville classic. read more

BB's - Oreo Mousse (Pie) - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Yes. Yes. Yes. They never miss. I've eaten outside and it's nice and intimate, even though it's close to the street

The food was delicious and unique, great flavor pairings and innovative menu. The ambiance was good, high energy vibe, and great service!

Delicious food! On the pricier side but you get unique dishes and high quality service for it. Halibut with lobster cream sauce was delicious. Filet mignon was cooked to perfection on the kitchen's second attempt haha. Scallops were also perfect, but I do wish they were served with alongside a more substantial starch - they were only served on a bed of spinach. Food does take a bit of time to come out, so I recommend allotting a good 1.5-2hrs to eat dinner here. read more

BB's - Halibut - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Downtowns slightly best kept secret! If we're going to the theater downtown, we always stop here for a great dinner before! It's such a cozy delightful charming environment. Great for lunch, date night or a great dinner. I've been here probably 11 times. I've never had a bad experience. The food is always on point, the service is good. And I just simply love the feel of the place inside. There's a quiet vibe of energy, but you can still hear each other talking. And the location is bar none if you're going downtown to do anything in the evening. They have a fabulous bar as well. This is my favorite dining established downtown other than the usual steakhouses. The menu explains itself. All I can tell you is that you will enjoy your experience here. I tried to make a reservation on Resy! But...reservations were not available, but they had a waitlist option on the app. And because of that we were able to walk right in when we got there. Park right at the restaurant. Walk right in. There's a separate bar area with bar tables and then a separate dining area. Can be casual or more dressy. read more

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My husband and I went the night before Valentine's and this place deserves 100 stars. The service with Katie was amazing! The house managers checked on us at different times throughout the night. The food was so amazing from the bread to the gumbo to the short rib to their wide selection of cake. The ambiance is good, small and friendly. I am so happy we were able to try this place! read more

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In Jacksonville Florida and friends suggested BB's for dinner. We found the restaurant to be fairly crowded on a Thursday night. BB's has a nice vibe and patrons appeared happy. We were quickly seated and scanned the menu. On our way up the coast, we decided appetizers would be perfect. The wait staff was very attentive and shared their favorites. We ordered the fried green tomatoes, crispy crab cakes and the duck wonton napolian. The fried green tomatoes and aioli had NO FLAVOR. The bacon was decent. The crab cakes contained very little filler, and were crisp but again, lacked flavor. The duck wonton was stacked like lasagna. It had green apple slices, caramelized onion, boursin cheese and a balsamic drizzle. It was ok. They are known for their huge pieces of cake that were flying out of the kitchen. I really wanted to like this neighborhood spot, but was unfortunately, disappointed. To be fair, I did not order off the main menu which seemed to make most of the restaurant patrons very happy. I don't feel the need to return. read more

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This place is divine! We came with a group of 4 people and it was the food menu that brought us in, but the revolving dessert case that kept us coming back. The rum cake is above all the other options, but that doesn't mean the others weren't good. The rum cake is exquisite, with melt in your mouth flavors. A reservation isn't always needed, but can't hurt as this place always seemed to be hopping regardless of the time of day we stopped in. The spot itself is downtown, with limited outdoor seating options, and a warm atmosphere inside. The menu is good, but dessert is great so make sure you save room. We came across this joint while our dad underwent radiation treatments in the area and it easily became part of the weekly rotation. If you're trying to decide amongst the many options, choose BB's. read more

Ambiance was very nice.. romantic... great for a date or night with friends/family. Staff was attentive and very nice. I did expect better for the food given the reviews but it was not as great as I had hoped. The white truffle pizza was good for the toppings but the crust was kind of stale. Like it wasn't crispy being it was thin like a flatbread. The calamari was all right too. Good but nothing special. I liked the Caesar salad and the rice balls were pretty good. Overall this isn't a bad place at all and a great place to dine! read more

Fantastic food Super service. From the maitr 'd to the waiter to the dessert concierge, great knowledge and genuinely happy in their roles. Table for a party of 8 was ready as we entered on time, together to a full room. Spectacular Thanks for a wonderful holiday-finale meal and experience read more

Very impressed. The stuffed mozzarella bruschetta is absolutely delicious starter. Thick warm cheese stuff inside bread with lots of garlic, tomato's and pine nuts on top. Shared the lunch special of flank steak with broccolini and potato fingerlings. Steak was topped with a tasty chimichurri sauce and the sides seasoned to perfection. Wheatyn was an excellent server. She had our split meal brought on 2 separate plates. Made sharing not a hassle. Very attentive. Had been wanting to try this restaurant for years. Glad I did. Recommended! read more

BB's - Stuffed Mozzarella Bruschetta - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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One of the best dinner, including dessert, places in JAX. Cheese board was off the charts so was the pork chop. If you love cheese as much as I do, you most definitely need to try all the cheeses, hehe. The vibe in this place is very cool so is the staff. Lastly their homemade cakes are just off the charts. If you are a sweet tooth they are a must-try! read more

BB's - Pork chop - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I love everything about BB's! We received outstanding service during this visit and our food was amazing. I ordered the Mediterranean chicken salad, which was very filling and flavorful. We also really enjoyed the Brussel sprouts, as the sauce on top really kicked them up a notch. This is a really nice spot for a date night or group outing. Definitely was a nice vibe in the space. The bartender also served us very well with a nice spin on the whiskey sour. Seriously one of the best cocktails I've had. Definitely making a visit back soon. read more

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I have dined at BB's periodically for over a decade. Although I have always enjoyed it, the food has been exceptional during my recent visits (all during lunch). The menu is vast, with both the brunch and main menus being available during weekend daytime hours. Lately I have been hooked on the fish and grits, which consists of the blackened catch of the day (most recently it was a delicious corvina) topped with a bacon marmalade (with legitimate chunks of bacon), cheese grits, and fried green tomatoes - this item is fantastic. BB's is no secret in Jacksonville but reservations are attainable - I would suggest calling even if no slots appear available online. The restaurant is clean, the atmosphere is vibrant, and the service is kind and patient. BB's is my go-to spot whenever I am in the area. read more

BB's - Blackened Fish and Grits - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I have been going to BB's since I was a boarding student at Bolles back in 2004. This is by far my favorite restaurant in town. The atmosphere is upscale industrial. It feels like you are in a much bigger city than Jax. The calamari is a must have there. I wish they still did it in the shell because it was perfect for finishing up the amazing tangerine cream sauce until forgive them! Haha. Service has always been great as well. The last time I was in Jax i had the Ribeye special. It was incredible. Can't wait to go back on our next trip to Jax. read more

BB's - Fried calamari with tangerine cream sauce. Best calamari in town. - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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I came here today when in town on business - some of my family lives in the area and they chose this restaurant for us, we were going to go to a steakhouse down the street but unfortunately it's not open on Mondays. We had a 7:00 p.m. reservation but had to wait about 10 minutes because the party who was at our table was taking a while. It was apparently half off wine night tonight so three of us ordered a glass of wine each - I liked that there were wine suggestions with each menu pairing, because I ended up ordering the Cabernet that the steak I ordered was paired with. The presentation of all of our meals was great. I had the cocoa rub filet because it's served with a strawberry chocolate demi-glace which sounded really intriguing. The steak was good but I didn't think the sauce really tasted like it had chocolate in it. One of our party has a gluten allergy so she discussed the menu with the waitress, and ended up getting a filet; unfortunately the waitress brought the ribeye instead so she had to take it back. Otherwise everything was very good and I would return here. I did think the steak was pricey, at $53, but I'm not sure of the restaurant prices here in the area; the ribeye was $48 so almost the same price, and looked good (someone in our party got that too, and another got the salmon, which was also plated nicely). read more

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Delicious. I got the halibut, amazing. First time ever trying halibut. It's a yes for me. The sauce that the veggies were in was decadent. If you're in the mood for fish- get it. You won't regret it. read more

BB's - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

This was a great spot for a bite and a drink. It was very crowded when I arrived around 7pm on a Monday. That was a hint this is a popular spot. I sat at the bar to get a seat. The menu had lots of choices and the wine selection was large. They have a well stocked bar and the bartenders were very busy making all manner of cocktails. I ordered a jambalaya pizza and an old fashioned. Both were amazingly good. The decor was modern and comfortable. It was a little loud but that was mostly because the space is tight and was full. Bree the bartender who took care of me was friendly and efficient. Overall a great meal and experience. Make sure you try this place read more

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This is a cute, contemporary little restaurant with friendly servers, solid food, and a large selection of desserts. Usually at restaurants you might have 3-5 choices but I think there were at least 12 ( including many types of delicious cakes). We came later in the evening for appetizers and drinks. There are two sections, a bar area with table seating, and a dining area. There is a large wine and drink selection. Waiter was extremely attentive. The crispy Brussels had an Asian flavor and the dish was plentiful-to me it was entree sized. We got fresh popovers with our Brussels. When I asked about desserts, the waiter pointed to the case and rattled off all of the numerous desserts. We opted for bread pudding, that was heated and served with vanilla ice cream. Yummy. When in Jax again, we will have to go back to BB's read more

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Decided to stop for drinks and appetizers. Don't let the exterior deceive you, this place is a hidden gem. From the amazing staff to the crafted cocktails with wonderful bites......this place is. Amidst stop and enjoy. And don't forget the desserts!!!!!!! B read more

BB's - Happy Hour Menu - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

When I tell you that our meal was the most pleasant surprises I've had in awhile, I mean it!! My husband and I were BEYOND impressed!! Every single bite was uniquely flavored and 10/10! From the calamari, the hash, and the pancakes, to the rotisserie turkey and the fries (requested extra crispy) with dipping sauces, everything was amazing!!! One of the best all around meals and dining experiences we've had recently! Would definitely recommend and would definitely go back!! (Especially for the calamari!!!) and Kate was our server, so ask for her! :) read more

BB's - Turkey unwich, cinnamon roll pancakes (half order) and crispy parm fries! - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I've never had a bad experience at BB's. They accommodated a party of 20 for my birthday party and the service was great. The food never disappoints and the drinks are always amazing. read more

Still remember the great meal I got last time at BB's more than a year ago and I had to give them a second visit while I'm visiting Jacksonville. Not surprising they are ranked #1 in Jacksonville for dinner restaurants. Very classy decor and relaxed setting. My last was amazing and I didn't even order an entree. This visit, I stuck with the menu and ordered the crispy crab cake app. It was served with salad with vinegrette dressing and a remoulade sauce. I enjoyed the flavors in the light starter I also ordered a Sure, why not! to drink. It was a bit on the sweet side for a dinner drink but tasty nonetheless. For an entree I ordered the halibut that is served with lobster potato risole and green beans. The red pepper sauce made all the flavor meld together very well. The crunch of the green beans and the lightly crisp halibut made for an outstanding entree. I couldn't leave without visiting the dessert display! Oreo Mousse was the first one that caught me eye! It reminded me of my wife's Oreo cookie dessert which is always a crowd pleaser. There was not a drop left of my meal. I thoroughly enjoyed BB's for the second time. Best place in Jacksonville. 5 stars all the way! Cheers! read more

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BB's is my go to place for a celebration. I have so many fond memories here! Where to start? read more

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BB's is a great lil spot for brunch, which is exactly what we had for my visit here! I was in town and my friend/coworker brought us here and it did not disappoint! Small but upscale, BB's has a great atmosphere and menu to match. I had the fish and grits & my friend had the salmon cake benedict. Both were so good but I loved the fish & grits a bit more, but will admit that I'm a little biased since I love savory grits. Of course, it's not brunch without drinks so I had a bellini and it was the perfect addition to this meal! read more

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I was in the area for a conference and ate here twice because it was close to the hotel. The food is great! I enjoyed everything I ordered. It's a small place and they were busy both times I went but I didn't have any problem getting a table. If you have a large number of people in your party, you will want to make a reservation. Check this place out, you won't be disappointed. read more

I ordered the New York Strip and my boyfriend got the Bistro Steak Sandwich. The food was very delicious. The New York Strip was cooked to my liking, everything had a perfect salt level and the au gratin potatoes had a delicious crisp, brown top with a creamy center. The service was amazing unfortunately I don't remember our servers name but he was very attentive and handled our large party. The atmosphere is calm and cozy with soft lighting, and mellow music. read more

BB's - Bistro Steak Sandwich & New York Strip - New American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

My husband and I visited BB's for dinner prior to catching a show downtown. We have eaten here many times. The service and food were fantastic. We started with HH cabernet and the calamari. We both had the lobster bisque which was on special. SO MUCH LOBSTER MEAT! Then we shared a TMB pizza which was very tasty. Our server was great and just attentive enough. The only part of the evening that we did not enjoy was the ambience. The place was very crowded ( as we expected on a Friday). Tables are way too close together. we were seated at a table for two next to a small partition that separated us from the bar area. many staff members bumped our table while walking past several times. the table on the other side of the partition was a large party and their server had to walk around us to serve both sides of that table. when taking their orders her backside was against my chair. We will return because we love the food but will ask to be seated in a different location. read more