Cute place with seating inside and out. We chose outside because we had 3 small kids (with 4 adults) we wanted to let run around. It was great. The staff was great, the service professional and food served quickly. However, all the meat was dry. The sauces were just ok. I expected more for the high reviews. read more

Late yesterday afternoon, 5 elementary school friends met at this restaurant for a birthday dinner. Two of us got brisket taco's, three got the ribs. We had several appetizers, one was the fried okra - and it was exceptional!! The food was beyond excellent, and Matthew was the best waiter possible. Matthew could teach the Ruth's Chris or Capital Grill waitstaff a thing or two! Do yourself a favor and go here / you won't be disappointed!! read more

Billy Jacks BBQ - Joan, Sue, Jaye, Janet and Mayinn - the birthday girl. Special guest - Matthew - Barbeque Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Been here a few times and I try to order something different every time. The place is family friendly and has country music playing in the background. Today I had the Sunday special-Jalapeño pulled pork sandwich with a side of fries. The crinkle cut fries were perfectly crispy and the sandwich had just enough heat without making my my feel on fire. I enjoyed every bite! Service is always friendly. read more

Billy Jacks BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Ribs were really tough and my potato salad didn't taste good. I felt rushed when I walked in and made a quick choice. Beautiful view and great service after ordering. read more

Line moves fast. Food arrives fast too. Order at counter pick up your adult beverages at the bar. Huge rib portion very tender. Corn bread is good. Salad with grilled shrimp excellent. On the water. Vacation vibes. Loved it. Plenty of parking. read more

Billy Jacks BBQ is literally next to the ferry. Super convenient if you're going to Atlantic Beach or Mayport. This is a casual order at the counter type place. There is country music playing indoors & out. There are several seating options- indoors, what I call semi- outdoors and outdoor picnic tables with umbrellas. All have a nice view of the St. Johns River. It seems kid & pet friendly in the outdoor space. The menu is posted on a board in front. My husband ordered the brisket with a side rib at an additional cost of $3.50. He also had collard greens and a side salad. He said the rib was excellent and was sorry he didn't order more. He also like the brisket very much & said the collards were good as well. I love fish dip and any chance to order it I do. I also love smoked turkey. The fish dip was a nice sized portion served with tons of crackers. I tried to enjoy it but sadly after about 4 crackers worth I couldn't eat it. It had a weird taste. I could not place it but I'm thinking liquid smoke and way too much of it. Disappointment #1. Next my " smoked" turkey sandwich which was served with a side of cole slaw for a dollar up charge. The turkey was served on a large toasted & buttered bun. I took off half the bun because I really wanted to taste the meat not just bun. While the turkey was good it was not smoked at all. Also, it was only 2 slices, disappointment #2. The Cole slaw was excellent however. We had iced tea with our lunches. You fill up your drinks, take your bbq sauces & condiments yourself. There were @3 types of sauces. I wasn't thrilled about their sweet sauce. I felt it wasn't thick enough nor was it BBQey enough if you know what I mean. So basically my husband & I had 2 different experiences. He loved his meal while I felt it was meh. I'm sure we will go back since he really liked it. Next time I will try something else. read more

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Let me start by saying BBQ isn't usually my go-to and I'm not typically overly exited to go out for BBQ, it's just not normally my thing, but my boyfriend and his family LOVE bbq so I'm always down to try new places. I've been to most of the well known BBQ joints in the city and I can confidently say Billy Jacks is at the top of the list! I wasn't surprised to as the Groshells know how to provide top notch, exceptional food and service and this is no different! We ordered the spicy fried pickles, Turkey wing special that comes with rice & gravy and 2 sides, and 2 way combo with ribs and sausage that comes with two sides and 2 drinks all for $60 w/ tip. The portions are amazing for the price so if you leave here hungry, you may have a tapeworm! Everything from the apps to sides to meat were exceptional and we were super impressed! I highly recommend ordering a daily special- I was so surprised by the turkey wings. I was expecting smoked Turkey legs/wings but they were prepared much different (think Sunday dinner with lots of gravy) and the perfect excuse for an unproductive evening to follow. I would say be conservative when ordering because you get a lot of food but I always over order because I love to try a little bit of everything. No matter how you do it, get to Bill Jacks ASAP! read more

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I've been patiently waiting for STH's latest concept, and the wait didn't disappoint! Quite the opposite actually! I wasn't sure what to expect, really, but this is what I've discovered. I was pleased to find that the brand's focus on hospitality wasn't ushered out with the introduction of the disposable plates and utensils. Extremely friendly staff, from management down to the line cooks and servers. All said hello, and made me feel welcome! I dined alone so I sat at the bar. I was blown away by the menu options. While this place has the southern charm of a hole-in-the-wall backyard BBQ joint, the flavors of the food were other-worldly. I opted for the Thursday Special, turkey wings over rice with gravy and a cornbread muffin PLUS TWO SIDES! Holy cow. For my sides, I got the baked beans and cole slaw - two sides that a bbq joint could be judged on alone! Both were EXCELLENT! I mean, for real. The Cole slaw was reminiscent of chick-fil-a, which sounds like an insult to anyone who doesn't know Cole slaw. This was awesome. The baked beans were SOUTHERN! Right kind of sweet, and Smokey. Perfect. The Turkey, rice, and gravy.... There are no words, and the photo certainly does it no justice. I'm considering using all of my PTO days on Thursday's and making that a "thing". The portions were HUGE! Like theme park sized . I also added a rib to my meal because I felt guilty not ordering something bbq, and because I'm a Datil junky, and I had to try their Datil bbq sauce. Certainly didn't disappoint! I'd normally break this down individually, but the entire meal was a 10 out of 10. Food 10/10 (Thanks, Chef!) Ambiance 10/10 (great water views) Service 10/10 Menu diversity 10/10 Quality 10/10 Cocktails 10/10 (selection may be smaller than their typical bars, but they have a great line up!) plus a bonus because the bartender had a great personality. I've got a long way to go to try everything on this extensive menu. It's a LONG way from home but I'll be happily making the trip from St. Augustine as often as possible. Another home run for Southern Table Hospitality! Now bring one south so I can give you guys all my money! Super impressed with what they were able to do with the old package store. read more

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They actually have some really good seafood. The shrimp is really good although there's only about nine pieces for 17 bucks.. The shrimp is a little larger than normal. I would rate this higher at five stars but when you order to go, you get a lot less fries than when you eat in until they fix that, I'm gonna keep it at three stars. read more

Made it down to Billy Jack's after hearing good things from a neighbor. Naturally, I overshot the entrance. Monday's special was BBQ Shrimp and Grits and they didn't disappoint. The shrimp were local, spicy and prepared just right. Grits were tasty. The collards were a welcome addition and served as nice balance to the meal. A cold Stella washed things down. You order at the counter and your food is delivered to you. Options are indoor, patio and outdoor seating along the St. John's River. Nice. Inside is bright and clean. The covered patio has ceiling fans to keep you cool. Outdoor tables have umbrellas to block the sun. All tables have views of the river and its commercial traffic. Parking, once you get the entrance right (my bad), is more than adequate. Overall, the place has a friendly/casual vibe that I find attractive. I'll be back real soon to check out the other daily specials. read more

Was excited to cruise up to Billy Jacks and see what it was all about! Did not disappoint. Its counter service delivered to a table, and even though the line was long, we got to order and food delivered very quickly. The menu is large, but it's a lot of options of the same few things (for example, a few different pork sandwiches and plates) and everything looked good! They also have weekly specials off menu on a chalk board. The pork sandwich, which I got the extra large, was delicious. The best part is how different from all the other BBQ joints around here it is. Texas style, heavy on salt and pepper and not sweet with a real pronounced smoke ring and flavor. Bbq is best when done simple and really well. Complimented real nicely was the house pickles and pickled onions. I loaded mine up - onions had a real nice bite when they're usually sweet when pickled. I will note too - you can tell a place thought about a big sandwich with how well the bun was toasted. No soggy bread by the end even when loaded up with sauces. Mac n cheese was good not great, but it didn't matter. The location is a nice scenic drive from in town, and right on the river. Sat outside, watched boats go by and enjoyed the evening. 10/10 place really enjoyed it. Thank god it's not near me or I'd be there way too often! read more

Billy Jacks BBQ - Pork sandwich + Mac N Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I love the beef brisket sandwich with fries. You order at the register and they bring the food out to you. Normally not a long wait.

Nice restaurant on the water, and food is good but over priced in my opinion. Not a fan of the flavor on the chicken wings.

Blown away by not just the brisket, ribs, smoky corn and potato salad, but how personal the service that was provided. We were identified at check-in as first-timers and we were provided with an explanation of the menu and specials. Special shoutout to Matthew who you can tell how much he enjoys working there and it was great to share our experience with him. read more

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Delicious food! Sunday special fried chicken was so good ! Pimento cheese was yummy ! Brisket sandwich was just right! Amazing sides! Great service, very quick on a busy day! Atmosphere so cool ! Lovely back patio on the water with games and umbrella seating. read more

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Yummy foods and best waterfront views! Also, can hope on the ferry and go to Mayport and grab some seafood to cook at home from Singletons! This is a quick service spot, but my family enjoyed it. read more

First time for these 2 locals and we told the girl that. You might expect someone to tell you how it all works and where all the sauces are located, but no. She seemed annoyed to be working and only answered questions when asked. I ordered the 2 combo of brisket and 1/4 chicken. I asked her if it was white or dark meat. She said I could have either so I chose dark. I received white. My 2 sides were Mac n cheese & butterbeans. The brisket is sliced extremely thick, like 1/2 inch. Never seen that. Chicken skin was wet not crisp and the meat was super dry. Mac was gluey. Butterbeans were the star of the show. My wife ordered burnt ends and got brisket. She sent it back. Burnt ends arrived and when she had to go hunting for condiments. There were very few customers when we were there New Year's Day. Too much good bbq around. Would I go back? Maybe. I think I'd like to give it another try. But, not gonna go running back. read more

Wow!! Great experience- Loved everything!! We like to order different items and try as much as we can. The ribs, brisket and pulled pork were super juicy, tender and sooo flavorful. The sauces were great- my favorite was the vinegar one. I love sides- they did not disappoint. Potato salad- yum!! Coleslaw was creamy, salad was fresh and crunchy, beans a little runny but not a drop left. The staff was super friendly- Thank You!! Great location on the water, casual and really clean. The restaurant manager (John Pulley) stopped by to check on us- That was great. We felt appreciated and taken care of. We are planning our next visit and bring our family from out of town. Great Job to the chefs!!! Service Outstanding!!!! Highly recommend read more

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The smoked wings were good, however tough. The ranch dressing tasted not homemade, but the biggest disappointment was the $4 side of coleslaw. Tasted great, but should of been Maybe $1.50 for the tiny ramiken portion. The best part was the atmosphere and scenery. Sincerely disappointed read more

Billy Jacks BBQ - Smoked wings and a side of coleslaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I had to come see and taste for myself the hype of this place. Barbecue in Jacksonville is definitely lacking at least in taste. Took the ferry across and it's right there to the left crossing from Mayport. When entering, the smell was amazing. The young lady at the front was very engaging and so helpful since we had never been here. We took her up on the Q for 2. Choices of three meats and three sides. The cocktail selection is an added bonus. I got a delicious Spicy Margarita to start and the hubby got a nice ice cold I10 beer. We sat on the back patio to the beautiful St. John's River. The food came out fast and hot. First the brisket is to die for. Popping with flavor makes you want more. We also got pulled pork that was good but not quite as flavorful. The smoked sausage was amazing! The sides were Mac and cheese, which was very good and southern Joe cakes that were flattened corn bread, very good! Over all, it was a wonderful experience and we will return. I advise anyone who gets into good barbecue to try this place! read more

Billy Jacks BBQ - Patio - Barbeque Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Great TX style brisket, fun sides, and tasty desert. Killer view, super fun knowledgeable staff.

Billy Jack, you sneaky rascal! We knew you where you are, but we had no idea how good your food is. We had our first meal here yesterday. We were greeted right away, and the friendly woman gave us the breakdown on how their operation works for ordering and service. We ordered the BBQ Shrimp & Grits w/ Collard Greens (Monday special) and a Jumbo Pulled Pork Sandwich. My old lady liked how the shrimp was battered and fried, and I thought the pork sandwich was delicious (even better with the mustard sauce). While we were eating, we also got the treat of seeing a big ship passing by on the river. The dining room was clean, and the porch will be nice on a Floriday. I look forward to coming back to try some of your grown folks drinks and exploring the menu more. read more

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The Tuesday special is country fried steak, mashed potatoes and gravy and green beans. The portions are huge. The steak is tender and delicious. The sides are seasoned perfectly. I got the green beans one week then I got the okra and tomatoes the next visit. Both are delicious. Comes with a cornbread muffin that is nothing special. It's a little pricey but I had plenty leftover so worth the price. read more

Such a great place to grab lunch or dinner and sit on the back patio overlooking the water! We really enjoyed the vibe and had a great time here. My husband and I split a Que for 2 platter with ribs, chicken, and turkey with the smoked corn, Mac and cheese, and salad for sides. We also tried all 4 of the sauces because we love sauces. The chicken and ribs were great! The Mac and cheese was a little underwhelming but not inedible or anything. Service was great, I would say the line to order can also be out the door because there just isn't a ton of space between where you order and the door but it wasn't a big deal. Just heads up if it's raining or something you might want an umbrella while you wait. read more

Had the BBQ pulled pork sandwich jumbo and fries. Nice inside decor of restaurant and a great assortment of sauces. Service was fast after you order at the register. Everything was clean and organized. read more

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The atmosphere, the customer service, the adult beverage, the food, all GREAT! Even hanging out in the "backyard" was serene read more

Billy Jacks BBQ - Ribs n brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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My sister ate a hair in her baked beans! The fountain drinks smells and taste like rotten eggs. I know its well water and my family lives on well water, they need to put a filtration system to take away that sulfer smell. Dinning experience was disappointing . While the place is nice, love the cleanliness of the restaurant and the view. That would be the only thing I like about this place and the service was good. The BBQ was expensive for what little amount of brisket they gave us. Brisket was "meh...". Room temperature food. The pulled pork nacho was okay, the pulled pork was not hot. The pulled pork fries was good. The baked bean, my sister said it tasted like it was straight from the can. read more

Billy Jacks BBQ - Sister found a long hair in her baked beans - Barbeque Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Have tried several times, not that great. Ribs were tough, beans had no taste and the banana pudding is not the typical banana pudding that I would refer to as homemade. Not sure if I will go back, very unfortunate read more

Very nice folks! I had the Cuban and collards. Yum. Hubby had the pulled pork with mac and cheese and greens beans! The frozen drink are yummy! We went on a cold day or we would have sat outside! read more

Ordered chicken and dumplings off of the "weekly special" thinking it would be affordable but was shocked at the 20$ price tag for what seemed good be $8 worth of food. I want the place to succeed but the pricing is too high. read more

Staff were super friendly and attentive. Very family friendly with indoor seats, covered outdoor and patio tables. Large back waterfront area with cornhole, yard games, kids toys etc. Large bar menu and food menu. Everything was great. Good bbq sauces. Oh and $7 kids meals, heck yea. read more

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Crystal was amazing, the menu looks good. Didn't order yet. The BBQs sauce sauces tasted good. More to come. read more

Billy Jacks BBQ - Menus 9.22.24 - Barbeque Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

We had a great afternoon at Billy Jack's, right on the river. The food was delicious, fried chicken, fried shrimp, fried flounder, and lots of good sides and sauces, yum. Matthew, one of our servers, was an added blessing to our afternoon, for all the help he gave us, and even walked out and took some pictures of us at the river. MW read more

All I can say is awesome. Great service, very good food. Good selection and pressures were fair

Food is great! Veggies are great, too. Portions are generous. My only recommendations are to add key lime pie to the dessert menu & make the beverage cups larger so you don't have to refill repeatedly. read more

Awesome place! Ribs and beef brisket were delicious. Servers very friendly! Restaurant was clean and spacious. The view was beautiful so we plan to return in warmer weather when we can sit outside! read more

I can't say enough positive things about Billy Jacks! We started with the fish dip and had the brisket sandwich with coleslaw and turkey Rueben with fries, followed by an Old Fashioned. Everything was fresh and tasty! We enjoyed our dinner in the beautiful stone patio watching dolphins swim out in the St. John's. read more

Billy Jacks BBQ - Stella, fish dip, and Old Fashioned - Barbeque Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Been to Billy Jacks many times and never had a bad experience. The Shrimp Basket, toasted Cuban sandwich and Chef's salad with egg and shrimp are all great. read more

This BBQ place is the real deal. The meat is always tender, juicy, and full of flavor -- you can tell it's smoked low and slow with care. The sides are just as good, and the portions are generous. Staff is very friendly and the view from the outside eating area is an added plus. read more

This is my families new favorite restaurant! We came in once and saw the specials and knew we needed to come back Monday for bbq shrimp and grits with collard greens. We did and were not disappointed. Absolutely delicious! We also had the pimento cheese dip and smoked fish dip and they were both great! We saw banana pudding and could not resist. Some of the best banana pudding I have had! We sat at the bar with crystal as the bartender and she is fabulous. The ambiance is amazing especially next to the water at sunset it is like a dream. read more

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