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I went to Whiskey Cake for a party which was in a nice size private room. Our server Christina was…read morefabulous! There were roughly 15 people at the party and she kept the food and drinks coming all night with a friendly smile. I started with the guava gimlet made with Wheatley Vodka, guava, pineapple, simple and lime. It was sweet and refreshing. We were served a few appetizers including creamy artichoke dip served with homemade chips which were tasty. My friend and I ordered the charcuterie board which hit the spot! You could top the meat cheeses and sauces on to either homemade crackers or French bread. I highly recommend the board if you are looking for something light.

This place is in a busy area of town center. It has a cool semi-upscale ranch style vibe. I was…read moresuper excited to try this place based on reviews but was disappointed. The staff were friendly but super busy due to inside volume of people. The food looks good and the steak was cooked fine, but the chimichurri had too much oil & fries were super salty. Like it was fried in it and topped off with it... I had let the person who brought the food out know (who works with the chef), and they never offered to bring me different fries. They just said they would tell the kitchen but didn't offer anything and so I didn't eat the fries at all. This plate being $38 before tax, I mean you want good fries....For the drink I got one of their mocktails which honestly was not up to par at all tasting like water and cucumber and nothing else, and I ended up ordering a soda... Again staff are friendly, but if management could pay attention a little more even when they're busy, it would help a lot, especially if someone is not happy with their food. I will not try this place again for a while as there are other places better than this that have similar dishes. Again when people are eating alone or in a group, make them happy with the food please...

TAVERN BURGER: brisket blend, new American cheese, dill pickles, lettuce, tomato, fancy sauce, sesame bun

Whiskey Cake Jacksonville - Chicken & Cheese Melt:
roasted chicken, peppered bacon, fontina cheese, tomato, lettuce, avocado, roasted shallot mayo, sourdough

Chicken & Cheese Melt: roasted chicken, peppered bacon, fontina cheese, tomato, lettuce, avocado, roasted shallot mayo, sourdough

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Fish 'N Chips: wild Alaskan cod, beer batter, dill crumble, Sazerac barrel aged malt vinegar, hand-cut fries, remoulade

Leaderboard Arcade Bar & Pizzeria

4.5(55 reviews)

1.9 mi•Southside

To be honest i didn't know this place existed not until my very good friend wanted to celebrate his…read more50th birthday here. Oh boy i tell you the moment i enter those doors i was like "wow!!!!" So many arcades and games for everyone Room for karaoke, room for card games, room for retro games such as mortal kombat to pinball machines and a room for japanese games like dance revolution They offer food too, we had pizza for the party and its really good Im planning to bring my nephew here next weekend and im sure his going to love this place too

So fun! Love the…read morekaraoke area! Food is good! Felt safe there with the kids. Staff friendly

Pin ball machines.

Sweet tai chili chicken nuggs

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Laura was treating me to lunch for my birthday that has since passed. This was our first time here…read more We've heard good things about the place. When we walked in, we saw a huge table of senior citizens, maybe about 20-30! We decided to stay. There was only one Bartender and one Waitress. The place was packed. We sat by the window seats-that was all that was left to sit at. The Waitress was very attentive(even though she was slammed). Today's special was shrimp baskets. Shrimp could be cooked three ways. I chose fried w/onion rings(fresh-not frozen rings) & and a 50/50 tea. My meal was delicious. Laura had blackened shrimp w/broccoli. We both enjoyed our meals and had a great conversation. I had $40.00 cash on me and Laura had a card to treat me, but the internet and card machine had just gone down. So I paid for the meal and tip. Laura Cash App'd me $40.00. Pros:big place with a very friendly atmosphere. Great service and food. Cons:it was out of their control that the machine went down. Recommend:Yes

Beer was great and tasted way fresher and colder than E Street in SM. $0.99 wings all day, every…read moreday!!! I ordered the blackened grouper bites and the bartender suggested a special sauce for them. Very sweet bartender. Very casual neighborhood restaurant and I'm very glad I popped in for a light dinner. Came in my workout clothes and it was just fine. :) Also, full liquor bar. The blackened grouper bites and THAT SAUCE! Yum!!!

Someone's birthday luncheon celebration.

Laura's Blackened shrimp lunch

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Empanada's Factory Latin Fusion

4.5(480 reviews)

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Food and service was fantastic. Everything had great flavor and there were tons of gluten free…read moreoptions. The empanadas that are gluten free were so good. The green onion cream sauce was to die for and my husband who's not a fan of peppers ate all of them in the fantastic fried rice with chicken and steak. Order it all, you can't go wrong.

Absolutely delicious- everything is so fresh…read more Our server was Vicki, a delightful person- she was friendly and very attentive. Atmosphere- clean modern and comfortable.

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Batido de Guanabana (Fruit smoothie with water)

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4.6(130 reviews)

2.0 mi•Southside

I really enjoyed my visit to Veterans United Craft Brewery. The beers were crisp, cold and nicely…read moredistinct in flavor. I love beer flights so I can taste several beers side by side. Veterans makes it easy with preset recommendations for different flights. (See my photo.) Great place. Attentive service. Lots of seating available. Nice relaxing tap room.

Really charming spot with tasteful military-themed decor that clearly honors service members…read morewithout going over the top. It's tucked into a kind of sketchy-looking industrial park, but once you're inside, it feels cozy and welcoming. They've got a great variety of craft brews on tap -- lots of flavor options if you like trying new things. Service was fast and friendly. That said, the food situation is pretty minimal. Think bar snacks -- pre-packaged pretzels (we had the bacon-flavored ones, tasty but probably something you could grab at Publix). Would've loved some fresh food or food truck action. We came out specifically to support a local cat rescue event, which was awesome. Major props to the brewery for partnering with the volunteers and even offering to help promote adoption efforts to their regulars. You can tell they care about their community. There's also a side area with extra seating and a bunch of board games -- most are donated, some missing pieces, but still a fun, low-key vibe. Makes a nice third space to hang with friends and kill a few hours.

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4.1(772 reviews)

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Had a nice lunch out at Wicked Barley Brewing Company - Jacksonville, FL today to kickoff and enjoy…read moretheir Reggae Sunday season. My friend ordered us the Pork Belly Kimchi Fries, I got us an order of the Cheese Curds, and for my entree I got an order of the Asian Sticky Wings. I probably would have never ordered the kimchi fries on my own. Sometimes kimchi can be fickle and really hit or miss. It was definitely a hit here. More on the sweet and tangy side but worked really well. Fries seasoned perfectly, and the pork belly cubed and cooked to perfection. Out of all of the times I've been to Wicked Barley, these fries have to be one of the best items I've had from there. Cheese curds were pretty basic. Tasted great, but nothing to write home about. If you like Cheese curds, you'll enjoy theirs. I originally had my eye on the jerk chicken wings and I was warned by the waitress and my friend that they are REALLY hot. Jerk chicken is generally one of those thats right on the borderline of too hot for me. To give you an idea, if you're familiar with Butthutt BBQ's jerk chicken, theirs is as far as I can go for spice level. So I switched it up to be safe, and I am glad I did. Sweet and sticky, these had really great flavor inside and out. Would definitely get these again in the future. Brought a couple home to the hubby and he seemed to enjoy them too, and he normally doesn't like, what he refers to as, "sweet meat". I had three different beers in my favorite tasting style, sour. I had the PB&J sour, the mango sour, and the orange cream sour. The orange cream was my favorite of the 3. We enjoyed the sounds of the band Splittone in the background and enjoyed the whole vibe of our meal. I'm hoping to visit again on a future weekend and possibly bringing one of my pups along with me since they are dog friendly.

Heard about wicked barley from a friend. Restaurant and micro brewery…read more Considering I won a bet for dinner... thought this would be good When seated ask for paper menus unless you don't mind qr code menus. Service was good. Beer selection great Try the cheese curds to start. They are phenomenal. Candyce and I had burgers with her side fries and my side pork rinds omg the pork rinds were fantastic. Good service. Good food. Couple of gotchas but nothing much. Definitely will be back....

View of the bar area

Fried Pickles

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Good Drinks and Good Cheese

Salento Colombian Steakhouse

4.4(631 reviews)

3.6 mi•Southside

1000 stars!!…read more Absolutely amazing every single time!! Now, they have the cutest desserts in jars too. Food is always great Staff is lovely and helpful Great menu Clean restrooms (important) Plenty of parking!!!

I've been to Salento twice now, so I feel like I got a good sense of what they have to offer…read more I started with the carne empanadas, which came with complimentary chimichurri and hot sauce. They were crispy on the outside, warm on the inside, and filled with flavorful meat. The sauces paired perfectly with them and made an already great appetizer even better. For my entrée, I ordered the Bandeja Paisa, and it did not disappoint. The meats were the star of the plate. Everything was juicy, cooked perfectly, and seasoned just enough without being overpowering. The steak was surprisingly tender despite being well done, with just the right amount of fat. The sausage had a great snap, the egg was perfectly jammy, and the chicharrón was absolutely incredible--crispy, crunchy, and easily one of the best I've had. I didn't try the sweet plantains since I'm not a fan and they couldn't be substituted. The arepa was good, although nothing particularly memorable. The only parts of the meal I wasn't impressed with were the rice, which was a bit too salty for my taste, and the beans, which lacked flavor and were underwhelming. For dessert, I tried both the tiramisu and the chocolate cake. The tiramisu was just okay--it wasn't bad, but it didn't stand out, and I wouldn't order it again. The chocolate cake, however, was outstanding. It was incredibly moist, rich without being overly sweet, and the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, Salento does an amazing job with their meats, and that's what I'd recommend most. While a couple of the sides and one dessert didn't quite hit the mark for me, the empanadas, Bandeja Paisa, chicharrón, and chocolate cake were all excellent. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. The environment is pretty nice and quiet.

Dining room

Columbian Burger (comes w/ Fries) $15 ~ very good ~

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Refajo (Beer + Columbian Soda) $8.75 ~ very refreshing ~

Leci's Italian Cafe

4.1(188 reviews)

2.0 mi•Southside

Absolutely delicious!!! Izmena waited on us and was so kind! Ordered Yummy and Fresh homeade…read morebruschetta- loaded with mozzarella on fresh bread basted with balsamic drizzle and basil! Mmm! Hubby had Linguine Carbonara and I had the Lecis special with manicotti, the best chicken parm I've eaten in 25 years and fettuccine Alfredo. Side salads were just a $2 up charge but so worth it and they have a house dressing to die for/ balsamic Caesar!!! Unreal!! Brought home enough food for dinner tomorrow! Go and Mange!!! Pleasant atmosphere!!

Went to check out Leci's Italian Cafe place last night for the first time. The ambiance was cozy…read more Online it said they closed at 8pm on Sundays but they confirmed in person they close at 9pm because we were there close to 8pm. We ordered the calamari, shrimp cacciatori, and veal parmesan. Good portions but overall nothing special with the dishes. The shrimp cacciatore was indeed the best out of the 2 entrees.

August 31, 2024

Pillows of yumminess! L(･‿･)VED the Lobster Ravioli. *:｡ﾟ Thank *‿* you sweet Christina for a GREAT experience always! *:｡ﾟ

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September 2023

Metro Diner

4.2(716 reviews)

1.6 mi•Southside

I have to commend and thank both Clinton (phenomenal server!) And I believe his name was Ron who…read morewas one of the chefs. Clinton is very in tuned to how I like my eggs and biscuits and he always works diligently to ensure that they come out correctly. When asked for the biscuits to be made very light, Ron knew who it was when he looked up and he was awesome and did it perfect! This type of personalized service you don't get just anywhere, but with Metro diner all of their wait staff watch out for their customers because they genuinely care. I do believe that Clint paved the way for them and Ron's phenomenal ability to meet customers request goes beyond reproach. Today, the corn beef hash was spectacular! I love the large helping and the flavor utilizing special seasonings! Moreover, as I said, the biscuits were perfect as were the eggs over medium. I have to say I love coming to this metro because it's truly feels like a family. You walk in you feel warm, welcomed and embraced and that's because of the team they have. This is an excellent location with excellent service! Thank you, Metro for Clinton and Ron!

Wonderful "home cooking" menu selections. They make the best pot pies I've ever had the pleasure of…read moreeating. Too bad they aren't bigger, because there's usually a wait for tables on weekends and holidays.

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Stonewood Grill & Tavern

4.1(405 reviews)

2.1 mi•Southside

A "go to" choice for us on a somewhat regular basis. The food is always good and they routinely…read moreoffer seasonal changes to their menu that add a significant variety to their daily delicious options! We always look forward to sitting in the bar to enjoy the different options on the perfectly located TVs in order to entertain everyone's different sports interests. The service is always top notch whether we sit in the bar or choose the welcoming restaurant dining area. The drink options are wide ranging and always very satisfying. The noise level is moderate allowing for table conversations to be enjoyed by everyone quite easily! The Stonewood Grill & Tavern will comfortably satisfy most everyone's appetite for a nice meal or simply a snack and a cold drink at the bar after work!

We were greeted by a warm, friendly hostess and quickly seated in a comfortable booth for four…read more Our server, Alisa, was outstanding. She welcomed us, explained the happy hour specials, pointed out the customer favorites, reviewed the daily specials. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and never rushed us. We skipped the appetizers and went straight to our entrees. We ordered the grilled rainbow trout, chicken wings, and coconut shrimp. Every dish arrived hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The combination of excellent service and delicious food made for a wonderful dining experience. If you visit, be sure to ask for Alisa. She helped make our meal even more enjoyable.

Ginger and Rye Martini

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Kids steak and fries

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Allison L.

9 years ago

Clara's never disappoints. They are always quick and the food is fresh and prepared well. The staff is so friendly and always makes you feel right at home. The online ordering makes pick up a breeze. read more

Carmin M.

7 years ago

Love the chicken salad and chicken avocado in a Pita. Their potato salad is so good. I could eat here everyday if I could.

Sam Y.

7 years ago

GREAT Lunch spot, I have also has great food, friendly faces, and a pleasant environment.

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