Do not bother visiting! I really wanted to like this place because it is so highly hyped. Exploring the farm after paying the separate additional fee will be fun for those who like the outdoors. However, this restaurant failed where it matters the most. It turned out to be an over-priced, underwhelming experience when it came to the food! In the end, I felt that I was charged haute cuisine prices for Denny's quality food. I got the Florida Chicken, which is basically a crispy fried chicken served in a bun; the chicken was over-fried and tough. The chef must have had a good laugh when he was plating the Strawberry Salad from the main course menu; for $19, the portion size was literally 4 bites of salad doused in dressing! I would not recommend this place unless, of course, you are into these trendy, pretend-hipster vibes that the restaurant is trying to cater to. read more

50$ for a tiny piece of fish and some beans... rude staff. My honest opinion is this is a trap for posers.

Growing up near this property I couldn't imagine how they would turn an old cow field into a fancy winery. They have really made a nice establishment here. It still has a rustic feel but the menu and food give off different vibes. Dogs are also allowed to eat table side with you! I wore a dress, long coat, and nice boots although I did see others in leggings and tennis shoes. For drinks we did the cider flight and a bottle of Cabernet. For appetizers we ordered the duck & oysters. For entrees we ordered the Yard Bird & the Fresh Catch, which was flounder. For dessert we shared the fig cake. The total was almost $300, tip included. Everything was delicious and the atmosphere was excellent. I would come back for a special occasion or brunch. read more

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Very disappointed in brunch. The duck tart - duck was dry and tart shell soggy. Not enough feta spread ro balance. Quiche again crust soggy ish. Egg texture more like scrabbled egg vs quiche. Liked the chorizo, sweet potato hash. The sweet potatoes caramelized, and wonderful chorizo. Overall wouldn't come back for brunch. Love this place otherwise. read more

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Highly recommend! I came here to pick blackberries & the experience did not disappoint! We purchased farm passes ahead of time ($5 each) and then blackberry baskets for $7 each. We enjoyed a walk to the blackberry field where we stopped along the way to swing on a tree swing and look at the goats. The blackberry field had so many berries to choose from, we enjoyed meandering through the rows of bushes, filling up our baskets. I will definitely be back to pick figs in August! read more

Congaree and Penn - Blackberries - Farms Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Congaree and Penn is A WHOLE VIBE. So much more than a restaurant-- it's a farm but also has a beautiful huge patio, indoor seating, and fire table seating (which I highly recommend). The menu is obviously seasonal but still has fantastic variety. Six of us went out on a holiday weekend for dinner and were each able to find something to our liking. The duck pasta honestly blew me away with the surprisingly rich depth of flavor. They have a comprehensive drink menu as well and the ambiance is 100. Keep in mind they ask for adults only in the evening but I can imagine it's very kid friendly during the day. We sat in the patio area on a July evening and felt comfortable. Reservations book up super fast so make sure you plan to book 30 days ahead as soon availability opens. We are already planning to go back for July 4th- LOVE it! read more

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This was our first time at Congaree and Penn and it was better than I expected! We made reservations and arrived on time, we were quickly seated. The ambiance of this place was so romantic and lights everywhere, now this was around Christmas so I'm not sure if the lights are up all year but they were beautiful. Ally was are waitress and she was one of the most attentive waitress I think I have ever had. Her recommendations, food and drink were wonderful. We plan on going back during the day to view the farm and see what they have to offer. I can't remember but I believe they have plants and jelly's Forsale. I'm not sure if u have to have a reservation during the day or night but it was suggested. I wish I would have taken more pictures. The restaurant is really unique! read more

I had the loveliest time at Congaree and Penn! I genuinely thought I had taken a wrong turn because of how far out this place is, but when I got there, I realized it was breathtakingly beautiful. There's a little check-in area at the front, as well as a bar. We were checked in and seated immediately. Our service from start to finish was very quick, which I appreciated! We started with the fish dip, and while I'm generally not a fan, it was very good. Consider me impressed. We both went with the shrimp and grits for our entrees. This was a GREAT choice. Their shrimp and grits are some of the best I've ever had. My mouth waters just thinking about them. After lunch, we walked around for a while and just enjoyed the space. There's so much greenery that it literally felt like a breath of fresh air. We got to see goats, chickens, horses, and even emus! Very cool opportunity. Congaree and Penn is truly a gem in Jacksonville. Word on the street is that they're building space for a flower market, and I very much look forward to coming back for that. Now if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go buy myself a farm. read more

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I cancelled my reservation and was charged $80! This is absurd as I cancelled the reservation well in advance. Terrible customer service.

Congaree and Penn is epic! I had the best time during my first visit and can not wait to return again soon. Hubby and I along with a few of his work colleagues had dinner on the covered patio. We had a chance to check out the farm a bit before dinner while sipping some wine. We also walked the farm after dinner. We ordered the roasted oysters for the group. These were tasty. Oysters were well cooked, the chorizo gave them a beautiful, rich flavor. The salsa verde added just a touch of freshness on top. Hubby ordered the braised short rib. Some of the best short rib ever! So tender that it just melted in your mouth. The smashed potatoes were executed perfectly and salted just right. I really liked the charred broccolini, too. I ordered the shrimp & grits. Fabulous! The shrimp were succulent and full of flavor. The grits were thick yet fluffy. The pepper jelly was a wonderful, spicy addition. So many well-balanced flavors in this dish. Congaree and Penn is the perfect place for a date night, birthday dinner, bringing out of town guests, really anything! read more

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Spent a beautiful Valentine's evening with my boo at @congareeandpenn farms. We started the evening with dinner by the fire. 1 Arancini - made with pimento cheese, smoked tomato aioli, and Benton's ham 2 Allen Farm Wings - tossed in smoked blackberry barbecue sauce, served with ranch and hand-cut fries. This delicious dinner was followed by a leisurely tractor sunset cruise around the farm. read more

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Set on a vineyard, this meal was elegant with fresh ingredients and craft ciders. Aside from a phenomenal meal the atmosphere is gorgeous and spread out, for a relaxed feel, and perfect photo opps. The curried turnips had such a rich developed sauce, you bender bread to clean every morsel out of the bowl. It was a generous portion and amazing. The gnocchi was a lighter choice but just as delicious. The yard bird was cooked to perfection with a surprise puff pastry and sauce. We would definitely visit Congaree and Penn again! read more

Congaree and Penn - Curried Turnips - Farms Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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We had a great afternoon here. We started by picking out a pumpkin. There wasn't much to the patch except for a bunch of pumpkins spread out but they seemed like good quality. We then had brunch and the food was amazing! We started with the flatbread which was my favorite thing of the day! Then I had the hash which was delicious, but the highlight was the shrimp and grits, which can't get much better! Prices were elevated and the pour on the wine by the glass was slim for the price but overall a great place to enjoy the scenery and great food! read more

Enjoyed a late Sunday brunch with a group of 10. Johnny (I believe that was his name) was an excellent waiter and took great care of us. All of our food was outstanding! A few of us ordered the cider and it was really good as well! The entire staff was very friendly! 10/10 recommend read more

Congaree and Penn - Farms Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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This place is absolutely beautiful. The weather was perfect when we went, it almost felt like we weren't even in Jacksonville anymore. Absolutely stunning farm and atmosphere. The drinks were delicious and the food was absolutely amazing. My compliments to the chef, everything was prepared perfectly. We took a walk along the farm to see the animals and sit by the pond. Such a relaxing place. Perfect for a romantic date. read more

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Went to Congaree and Penn Saturday and was not disappointed. A bit of a drive from the beaches we made our reservation a couple of weeks in advance to score a fireside table. The ambiance was perfect and though the table offered us plenty of privacy the amazing staff never forgot about us. We began with the pumpkin cornbread (forgot to snag a pic before devouring!). For the main course I had the shrimp and grits and my boyfriend had the chicken. The shrimp and grits was outstanding and the chicken was the best chicken I've ever had. I normally hate the idea of ordering chicken at a restaurant (booooring) but this was truly exceptional and is making me second guess every decision I've ever made. It's on the pricey side so not the best place if you're on a tight budget but wonderful for date night! read more

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Awesome experience. We had an 8:15PM reservation and got there around 7 to check out the farm. They had ostriches (!!!), horses, goats and ducks hanging out in fenced pastures. You could pay extra to pick blackberries or sunflowers but both of those are seasonal so I would check beforehand. We grabbed a blackberry cider that they make onsite while we waited for our table. The cider was fantastic, not sweet at all. Reminded me of a sour beer. We were seated right on time and our waiter was superb. Appetizers were the homemade bread and butter, the cheese board, and the cornbread. All three were great and I would order again, but the homemade bread and butter was my favorite. About half of the people at our table ordered the shrimp and grits as their entree, myself included, and it did not disappoint. The grits are very course and creamy and the shrimp is served on top with an amazing red sauce. The other half of our table ordered the gnocchi, and none said they would order it again :( The gnocchis were very large and didn't have much sauce. It really just seemed like a potato and veggie dish, which was good, but not the creamy savory dish you normally envision when ordering gnocchi. read more

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Oh em geee what a fantastic find! Definitely worth a drive from downtown jax to see this farm/cidery/fantastic restaurant. When you arrive to a secluded gravel driveway off an unassuming country road you'd never expect to be met by a giant silo containing a topnoch restaurant with local food and house made cider. Yes, house made cider! Let all the gluten-free drinkers rejoice. There are acres of grounds to wander which my fiancé and I are looking forward to returning to explore. This place would also be a fantastic spot for weddings which is I think something they cater to. But if you're just a casual tourist it's a great place to spend a relaxing afternoon around beautiful scenery, great food and tasty libations. Pro-tip: make a reservation! We were lucky to wander in and snag a table, but they seem to fill up fast on the weekends. read more

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I had the short rib and my husband had the shrimp and grits. Both were amazing! The shrimp and grits are like none I've ever tasted! Jupiter rice grits are soooo good! So good that I had to purchase a bag and make them at home. Worth every penny! read more

This was such a cool side track for lunch. My friend/host in Jacksonville had been wanting to go here for a while. It did not disappoint. They have a fully farm attached to the restaurant that you can stroll around, which we did. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating, the outdoor is covered in a huge metal half pipe. The service and the vibe is definitely farmhouse chic. The food was amazing. The fried chicken sandwich was crunchy, juicy, and perfectly spicy. The spring green salad was both seasonal, bright, with a light vinaigrette. Shrimp ceviche salad was fresh and citrusy and a nice counterpoint to the summer heat. It's a bit of a drive outside of town, but well worth a try. read more

Congaree and Penn - Farms Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Great way to spend a morning with the family. Explore the farm, pick berries and have a delicious lunch. Highly recommend! read more

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Lovely farm setting, friendly staff, pricey for what it is! No liquor license, had brut.. Appetizers we had: Cornbread: Tasty, a little sweet, almost dessert-ish, but good Hummus: the hummus itself was good.. the "pita" bread was awful, stale, 1/2 chewy, 1/2 Too hard, the server got us crostini so it was better but I HATE when I have to complain ... How do u mess up pita???? Entrees : Shrimp and grits: Very good.. the tomato gravy and pepper jelly was super Kale Salad: Its a salad.. small but also good Catch of the day(flounder): 2 of our party had it, both approved.. but jupiter rice cake was so so, veggies good.. Service: Sunday night, not at all busy, and we waited way too long for our food.. read more

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Adorable farm to table restaurant! We walked around the grounds beforehand and got to see the animals and beautiful farms. The food was phenomenal!!! read more

Congaree and Penn - Farms Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

**Brunch and Farm review** We have seen this place raved about on Instagram, Facebook and it's on the ale trail passport. However for us it gets 2 stars.. For those that don't know reservations are required. There is an option to picnic in the farm which looks really nice. But I would think spring/summer it's much prettier then the winter time frame as all the vines were in off season, and some things looked over grown and not maintained. This is definitely the Instagram/social media spot to be to grab great trendy photos! They advertise having family hours and being family friendly during select times but personally I wouldn't bring my kids back here. As the wait staff were not family friendly. Constant eye rolling, when asked for things like extra paper napkins, a high chair and to sit closer to the shaded area (where there were open tables) so that was disappointing. For the food and drink prices I would have thought it would be plated differently but it was just okay. My food in particular was clearly over cooked. But everyone else at our table did have better looking food. There was a sign that said "farm friends coming into the farm store/bar is asked to wear a mask" but the staff wasn't even wearing masks.. so how can you ask others to and then not have them on your staff? Overall if I was to go back and try to get reservations I think it would be for dinner. Not with our son since it's outside of the "family hours" and hope that the food isn't over cooked. read more

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Definitely not what we expected, in a good way! Congaree and Penn is a huge farm, agrotourism is what they call it. Huge fields of grape vines, open grass, beautiful live oak trees. There are goats, ducks, chickens, emus, and horses too. We saw a family feeding the goats and chickens. It is a paid experience. To visit the farm there is a cover charge, $8 for adults. We saw tons of people with dogs there. There was plenty of land to let the doggies runs free. The sign at the front says there are more than 350 acres of land. Lots of rocking chairs and picnic tables are spread throughout. There is a high end restaurant on the grounds. If you have reservations at the restaurant you are not charged the cover fee. We didn't eat but we saw some plates being served to guests. The food looked great! Restaurant seating was outdoors but under cover. Lots of heaters kept any chill at bay. Pre-made picnic lunches are available to purchase onsite. There is a small indoor bar serving wine and cider. The cider is made on-site from grapes they grow on the farm. We had a cider flight. There were four flavors: honey, mixed berry, muscadine, and persimmon. The mixed berry was our favorite but all were superb. I was bad about taking pictures but we will return soon! read more

Congaree and Penn - Cider flight - Farms Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

It was a group and all of our first times coming. I was really looking forward to it, that real farm-to-table type deal. Now anyone who doesn't like when cost/value is a part of a review, just move on past my review because I am just in a particular season of life where I do consider how I'm spending my money and if I think it was overall worth it. Okay?! Okay. Good. Now it was a night reservation, so I didn't get to see much. I will say it was DEFINITELY rustic Parking is near the street/entrance, not paved. You walk past the building down the side. They had a sign out front to direct you to the hostess stand, so I like that. I was checked in and seated at a fire pit table, the kind with the glass inside. Y'all, I'm kinda scared of fire so it took me a while to warm up to it (no pun intended). But it was cold so it was welcome. The waiter was asked about one of the outdoor heaters too and one was eventually brought out to us, yay. Their menu is seasonal/rotating, so they didn't have an entree I'd seen a picture of, but I mainly wanted shrimp, so I added it on. That was actually what I ate for my main dish. I had a salad and added the grilled shrimp. I was surprised about the salad, haha, the picture of the piece in the fork solidified that it is certainly farm to table because the root was still attached and was huge lol. So yeah, the veggies aren't cut up and all cutesy and stuff. It was okay. Just okay. Now the shrimp were perfect! Just enough seasoning but not overdone. Grilled to perfection too. Chef's kiss. I mean, I felt like the chef must love me to send out such perfect shrimp Lol. I paid for em though, lol. The appetizer was just as good to eat as it was to order. I kept saying Oaxaca focaccia all night. It was good. I've never had the Oaxacan cheese before, just knew of the Mexican city. The bread was good, complimented the cheese well. There was also some type of fresh relish stuff that I liked with it. I don't remember what it was made of but I remember liking it alone and on top of the bread and cheese. Okay, that's all I can think of. Oh, I think the prices are steep, but it is what it is, prices everywhere are steep right now. I just found it extra, Especially considering that there was minimal ambiance to speak of... I mean we were outside at a fire pit. Also, be aware that they add a 20% gratuity automatically to "all parties of 1 or more." Haha, that's exactly how they word it on the receipt. Funny. Really, y'all can just say a 20% gratuity is added to all checks or something, I don't know why they worded it like they did. But that's it. Fine, farm fresh dining, Duval style. read more

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Great idea to have a farm-to-table restaurant in Jacksonville. The problem comes with the delivery. Had the grits. Tasteless and the texture was a solid glop. The artichoke was tasty. The $45 short ribs were soooooo nonexistent, so you have to satisfy yourself with the sauce. Bread is a la carte and each portion is 1.5 slices. Didn't find any of the fruit the waitress said was in the bread. The $80/person bill apparently is not to pay for the food but rather for the tremendous costs of the overhead. So when you go there, enjoy the lovely views, walk around the fields because that's what you're paying for when you start looking at the menu. read more

The absolute perfect wedding venue! Gorgeous setting, spectacular food and service, upscale and low-key venue, convenient to downtown hotel used as base, and professional, easy-to-do-business with team! Every single team member was fully-engaged and really helped make our daughter's 9.18.21 wedding such a special celebration. The food and drinks were the highest quality and so beautifully presented with care and top-notch service by the team! HIGHLY, HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend this venue - and looking forward to making this a must-visit every time I'm in Jacksonville! (wishing had more photos to share to show how truly special the venue, food, and service were during the wedding......) read more

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This is a beautiful farm with a lovely restaurant and cidery! We arrived at 10:45 before our 11:30 appointment in order to walk around the farm. We checked in and ordered some cider and tea to stroll with. We saw some goats, baby Emu, chickens, and horses! Our toddler loved it. Afterwards we walked back to the restaurant and enjoyed deviled eggs as a starter. They were good but pretty salty. We ordered the fried chicken sandwich and salad for lunch and the chicken and Johnny cakes. They were good but not amazing. The cider was the highlight of the meal. I had the flight and enjoyed 4 yummy ciders! Delicious. Thanks had great service and really enjoyed our time. read more

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Had such a great experience at the end of the summer doing some muscadine grape picking here! It was great to enjoy nature and experience something new! Grapes were big and delicious and staff was informative and friendly! After picking grapes, the staff squeezed a reservation in for us to eat some lunch and the food was amazing! The view was everything while eating our lunch. It's so versatile there, definitely a place for girls night out, date night or even a family day! read more

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Great venue and farm. Nice to be able to support a local small business. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Food was good and farm to table. read more

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I was totally disappointed with the stipulation of not allowing separate checks, we are a party of 3 couples. Some order much alcohol & some do not. I explained via email (which by the way were always rapidly replied to) that it was our 50th Wedding Anniversary & yet there was no care to work with me. When you dine here in Florida it is an understanding that the checks go by couples. Not at this restaurant. Well in the end, I've heard the service is slow so I think for sure that I'm so happy not to spend our anniversary there. In my opinion, right from the top, it's poor customer service and they quickly cancelled my reservation after numerous emails. This place thinks that they are so special that they can dictate payment terms. read more

WOW! Talk about a GEM So glad we gave this spot a try, please come out! Everything was uniquely crafted from the ciders to the dishes. Very nice blend of flavors. I really enjoyed the market catch, it was Flounder. It was crispy but sweet with the butter sauce and had some onions that enhanced the fish. The beans was a healthy touch to balance it all. Also had the pulled duck and andouille sausage, which was wonderful. Perfectly cooked rice. Eddie took care of us well. Very good cider. This is my first time having duck, and they did it to perfection. I appreciate all that they cooked without overpowering the meal. Farm to table vibes. Great photo options. I can't wait to come back *ALSO - I don't know if the pictures do it justice but these portion sizes are healthy! Filling bowls we had Service was AWESOME! Like every single staff member we encountered was great. Thank you! read more

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Can't say good enough things about Congaree and Penn. I didn't have any complaints about my experience here. Everything from the dining experience to the amazing property are all things I would rave about if I wanted to persuade someone to come. You might imagine a different experience when you hear that you'll be eating on a farm but Congaree and Penn is nothing like what you might have thought. We were able to walk around the property and see everything from fig trees, grapevines, goats, and amazing trees covered with Spanish moss that would probably offer one of the best backgrounds for a couples photo. We came for dinner but I'd encourage you to get there early to walk the property before the sun goes down. Because we had a reservation we did not have to pay an entrance fee so I'd also recommend doing that as well to avoid paying any extra money. Now the food! The food was all delicious! Nothing was overly spiced or drenched with marinade. I felt that because the ingredients here are so fresh they do the speaking for themselves. A lot of what they make comes from the farm. You're server can tell you more. The smoked short rib is a popular item and after ordering it I can see why. It was very good and the use of a knife was not necessary as pulling the meat apart with my fork alone did the trick, extremely tender. I also really enjoyed the rice middlins underneath it. A must try! We also did the Bread and Butter and Beef Tartar as appetizers and they were also amazing! I liked the beet tartar the most. Was never a huge fan of beets but eating this way, I can get behind. If you're looking for a cool date spot, or a nice place to get together with a group of friends this is the place to to do it. read more

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We had a wonderful and different date night out. It was excellent. The fish was good. They had a good serving of fried flounder, with cornbread and their salad was really good. The property is 327 acres but the downfall is we did not know the sunset tractor ride was not included in our fish fry. But we still did the sunset ride anyways. Got to pick the wildflower field and take some flowers home. It was a little pricey but I've been wanting to come here for a while and I'm glad we were able to go. They don't allow walk ins like a regular restaurant, you have to make reservations. Farm to table food was good. I actually liked their rice grits and normally I'm not a grit eating person. I would definitely come back. read more

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If you've got a couple hundred dollars to waste. This is the perfect place for you. If you have a couple hundred dollars you can't waste. Apparently this is also the place for you! (according to my girlfriend) The food is absolutely amazing. The atmosphere is second to none. The staff are all class acts. So far we've been three times. I even took my mother for Mother's Day!!!!! My summer cabin is in Callahan, Florida. This restaurant is literally the nicest place for miles! -yum read more

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Who would have thought dining on a farm would be so different and fun. That's the best way to describe this place. First off, if you come when it's busy, you get to occupy your time by walking the farm and petting live animals. If that's not your thing, sit next to the fire pit with a local cider or wine and start up a good conversations with great company. I came here for a birthday lunch in late December. I am always incredibly early compare to my party, so I spent my time waiting with a glass of prosecco in a rocking chair overlooking the farm. It was chilly, but there's something magical about having a glass of bubbly and staying warm. For the birthday lunch, most of my party decided on the most decadent of foods, fried chicken, sliders, biscuits, cheese, braised pork, etc. But for me, I am being a little healthy and went with the farmhouse salad and the local ciders. I am not one to really eat salads, but this was one of the most refreshing and delightful salads I have had. It was chilled, crisp, healthy, tasty, and satisfying. Just a bowl of happiness. It made me feel great instead of heavy and also not feel like I was missing out on something. The local ciders are definitely the way to go for beverages. Try the flight, it's worth trying their signature ciders and their seasonal all at once. Overall, this is a unique place to try. The atmosphere is different, but lovely. The staff is amazing and friendly. And the food is delicious. It's quite the drive for most people in Jacksonville as it is definitely out of the way ( because It's a farm...duh), but it's worth going to at least once. read more

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My daughter and grand daughters hosted my birthday dinner at Congaree and Penn! An amazing farm to table dining experience! The cuisine was top-chef quality with garden fresh vegetables, herbs and a farm-raised carnivorous offering. The scenic farm trail with views of the garden, orchard, muscadine vineyard and pond was soothing and enchanting. The servers were personable and professional. Dinner at Conagree and Penn is truly one of my most memorable birthday celebrations! read more

Congaree and Penn - Farms Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

First time eating brunch here. Reservation was easy to make and the place was family friendly with lots of other kids at brunch. Gratuity is automatically added but the food and service was great. read more

Wonderfully accommodating venue. Love the ambiance and the adorable animal residents. Great place