While seeking an exceptional dining destination in San Marco for dinner this evening, I selected…read moreTown Hall, and it proved to be a thoroughly marvelous decision! Arrival was effortless, as the parking options outside the venue are remarkably convenient. Stepping inside, I was immediately struck by the pristine cleanliness of both the interior and exterior spaces. The decor is wonderfully stylish, featuring a lovely variety of private seating options that set a warm, serene, and sophisticated atmosphere. The service was top-tier from start to finish. My server, Patrick, was extraordinarily gracious, polite, and attentive, ensuring every detail of the evening was handled with complete care. To begin, I ordered the Dayspring Martini, which was expertly mixed, brilliantly balanced, and utterly refreshing. For my main course, I selected the house-made pasta. When it arrived, it was an absolute culinary triumph cooked to absolute perfection, rich with authentic flavor, and deeply satisfying. Between the spotless ambiance, chic interior design, divine cuisine, and Patrick's stellar hospitality, Town Hall earns full marks from me. A thoroughly marvelous experience I shall most certainly be returning

Absolutely love the warm and inviting ambiance at Town Hall. Starting with the decor and enhanced…read moreby the staff. We came in for dinner with a party of 4 and were sat at bar top. Right away our server greeted us and answered all our questions about the menu. I was having trouble deciding on a Sauvignon Blanc and he brought me some samples to choose from. We started with the Pepper Crusted Ahi Tuna and Sweet Pea Hummus. Both delectable, but the Ahi Tuna was the clear winner. So fresh and melted like butter in your mouth. For my entree I went with the Seared Scallops. I went with the larger order of and I'm glad because the they were not as large as we thought. They were good, but I was expecting them to be not as chewy as they were. We ended a brownie that had popcorn on it. We really wanted the cheesecake, but they were out. The brownie was good just the popcorn may throw you off if texture is important to you. It was warm and gooey yummy. Overall a wonderful spot to visit and they also have patio seating.

Taverna in San Marco was a wonderful dining experience. The atmosphere is cozy, romantic, and…read morewelcoming, making it perfect for either a date night or a relaxed dinner with family and friends. We started with an Italian Chardonnay, truffle fries, and a charcuterie board, which were all excellent. For the main course, I had the Bolognese, and it was absolutely delicious, a flavorful. The service was outstanding from start to finish. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcome throughout the evening.

First time visit for lunch for our anniversary. Made the reservation online and noted it was our…read moreanniversary. We didn't really need the reservation as we arrived right after they opened and it was not busy. We were greeted immediately and wished happy anniversary by multiple staff members. They also brought us two glasses of white wine to celebrate. The space is beautiful, bright and clean. We asked for a recommendation between two appetizers and chose the shrimp with garlic and chili. We added sourdough toast on the recommendation and we were not disappointed. The toast was perfect to dip in the sauce and the shrimp were delicious. I also ordered their old world fashioned and was super happy. I try old fashioned everywhere I can and this one is definitely in my top three. Unfortunately, my entree was not as good as the rest of my meal. The flavor of the scallops was strange, I am guessing from the pea flavor. I love mushrooms and risotto, but this one was not good. The risotto was not super creamy, seemed a bit uncooked. Based on most of our meal, I would definitely return to try other entrees.

I love Salt! Fun fact: the hubs and I were married at the Ritz 14 years ago and had our rehearsal…read moredinner here. Salt never disappoints. Full stop. The service, the food, the vibe is always stellar and relaxing. I enjoy the bar area more than the main dining room. The steaks are amazing. The desserts are amazing as well. I love popping in from time to time for dinner and nostalgia. The "new look" at Salt is nice, and it's much lighter and less tavern-like in the bar area. I love taking salts to go. Cheers til next time!

Went to Salt for a work dinner/group event. Most of the food and experience was good and the…read moreservice was fine, however, the chef thought it was acceptable to send out a dry pasta with sautéed mushrooms in place of a chicken fettuccine for the second course (see photo). It wasn't 1 sent out by accident - but 3 of them to me and my executives. I was embarrassed to say the least. I also shared my level of disappointment with the server, twice, before he let the manager know. They could have fixed it had he told them when it happened, but for some reason chose not to. My opinion of Salt has been forever changed.

Finally convinced candyce to try chowder Ted's. She looked over the menu and saw the burger…read more She really enjoyed the location, signs inside and the service. She had the burger with fries. Burger was huge. One of the specials they had was Brussels sprouts. Very good. Don't pass them up I had fish sandwich with the classic chowder. Definitely good. Always enjoy going there. Good service good food. Definitely worth it.

This is definitely one of the best hole-in-the-wall type and fish camp type restaurants in the…read moreJacksonville area. Set on a nice waterfront location on Hecksher Drive. The people here are friendly, and the service is quick and attentive. A great place for a great lunch! Fresh seafood as well as very good, large hamburgers and the portions are large. Good beer selection both on tap and in bottle. The place is often crowded, so get there early. If you're looking for a good new lunch spot that is reasonable priced, try Chowder Ted's!

An exceptional dining experience from start to finish! The service was absolutely amazing--warm,…read moreattentive, and knowledgeable without ever feeling intrusive. Every dish was thoughtfully created, with unique combinations and creative presentations that made each course exciting. Most impressive was how well-balanced the flavors were; every ingredient complemented the others perfectly without anything overpowering the dish. The gnocchi was my favorite dish! You can truly taste the care and creativity that goes into the food. A memorable meal with outstanding service--I highly recommend it! The location is small and casual so be sure to have a reservation.

Great tapas restaurant--very hip and trendy. Definitely make reservations…read more We had a vegan guest in our party, and they were able to make vegan versions of many of the plates, which was excellent and not something that is really highlighted in the information on Yelp. So, know that this restaurant is very vegan-friendly! Excellent, attentive service, great flavors, and excellent sangria. We had a wonderful experience.

When looking for a dinner spot, I noticed an opening on Open Table. I peeked at the menu, and…read moredecided to try out this location. I'm very glad as my server was very friendly, and the dining area was very cozy. What I Ordered: - 4oz Filet Mignon (Brussel Sprouts, Whipped Potatoes, Gorgonzola Butter, and Braised Shallot Sauce): Just the perfect amount of meat. With the amount of sides, I was absolutely stuffed and satisfied as the combination of flavors was perfection. - Dirty Vodka Martini with Blue Cheese-stuffed Olives: A perfect martini after a work day as I traveled to Jacksonville for work. I'd definitely return if I'm sent to Jacksonville for work, and would recommend for anyone living or visiting in the area.

We had high hopes for this spot. I know they claim their pasta is made fresh in house but didn't…read moretaste like any freshly made pasta I've ever had. Thick chewy noodles that stuck together. The Alfredo sauce was flavorless, watery and just all around awful. Soggy bland chicken parm. I even tried my friend's Lugo and he said it tasted like a boxed meal. To top it off the meatballs did not taste homemade and the table swore they were premade frozen. Sadly most of the party we were with didn't enjoy their meals but we were there for a birthday and all decided to keep it to ourselves. It wasn't a busy night and our poor server seemed all on her own for the most part. Dishes piled up and expected someone to come help her clear for the party or refill drinks. She did the best she could. The only redeemable dish is the pizza. The godfather pizza was great with crispy edges and full of flavor. Please just stick to pizza! Pleaaaaassssseeeee The food photographs well but oof I couldn't even eat my dish.

My spouse and I were in Florida visiting family and had a night to ourselves so we decided to check…read moreout The Ice Plant with the promise of a connected distillery tour. The Ice Plant location was historically St. Augustine's first power and ice complex. Now the building has been revitalized and has The Ice Plant and The St. Augustine Distillery. The St. Augustine Distillery is connected to The Ice Plant and is a great tour to check out right before heading to grab food at the restaurant. There are a variety of guided and self-guided tours. My spouse and I checked out the self-guided tour right before we grabbed dinner at The Ice Plant. The tour isn't particularly long but was filled with information. After the tour, we headed upstairs to the restaurant. The restaurant feels really spacious with its super tall ceilings. There was lots to look at reminding us of the previous use of the building. We ordered the hand cut fries, strawberry and beet salad, and the gochujang marinated pork chop. I also ordered a few of their drinks, each one featuring different types of ice to fit the drink. Honestly all the food and the drinks were so good, but the easy standout of the night for both my spouse and I were the pork chops. These might have been the best pork chops I've ever had in my life. The pork chops were incredibly tender and juicy, not dry at all. I was expecting it to be a little dry, as I feel like pork chop can sometimes get overcooked, but no. These were so juicy and tender. I asked our server how the pork chop was cooked. Our server said that the pork chops were cooked sous vide, which makes a lot of sense as to how they were so tender. I've already told my spouse if we are in the St. Augustine area again, I would make a special trip just to get these pork chops again, they were that good. I really enjoyed this restaurant. This was my favorite spot we checked out in the St. Augustine area, if you are ever passing by the area, check The Ice Plant out!

Good atmosphere and the food coming out of the kitchen looked and tasted great -- no complaints…read morethere. The Bloody Mary is where it lost me. $15 is a serious price for a cocktail, and mine arrived as a tall glass of ice with what was left over poured around it. By the time I was a few sips in, it was mostly meltwater. For that money I'd expect the drink to outlast the ice. Suggestion for the house: given the name, lean into it. Send everyone home with a free bag of ice -- at least then I'd feel like I paid for something I got to keep. Would go back for the food. Would think twice before ordering another cocktail.

100% on the pricier side, but I think pretty worth it if you're coming for a special occasion!…read more Parking isn't too bad. I think they have valet, but there's also free street parking and a little lot across the street. But definitely plan to come a little early to find a spot if you have a reservation. The service really is top tier. All the workers were super friendly and super helpful. I haven't had too much experience with fine dining, but I was taken aback and impressed that they even gave me a little side table to put my purse on. And the food itself is really delicious! Starting off with the bread and butter, I'm kind of sad they only gave us one piece each, but I also know if they gave us more, I would have gotten full off of that alone. You get to pick what kind of bread you want from a selection of focaccia, ciabatta, etc. And they're so soft but with a good chew. The butter was also so good. It was super olive oil forward, so it really reminded me of like the bread and olive oil with spices you get at other spots. But solid version of that, while still being super soft and spreadable. I was also super impressed with the hokkaido scallops. Not only were the scallops huge, but it was perfectly cooked all the way through. They had the crispy edges, but the inside wasn't rubbery or chewy. That paired with the creamed corn and charred corn - so so good.

Happy Anniversary to my wife and I, We wanted a nice place to celebrate 5 years of marriage, one of…read moremy coworkers suggested Matthew's. The service was incredible, our server was amazing, very knowledgeable of the menu and the specials. The food was delicious and amazing. The ambiance was infectious, 5 stars!! Great place to go a celebration.

The BEST steakhouse in Jacksonville!!! I brought my gay best friend from NYC here before and he…read moresaid Cowford was better than most of the steakhouses in NYC! I usually get the lamb chops because it's so delicious with the mint jelly. Their best sides are the potatoes (sooooooo buttery and soft and melt in your mouth), asparagus, and mushrooms. The decor is upscale and classy... great for dates and special occasions! Donny is the best server... very attentive but not overbearing.

First visit at a his establishment. My daughter brought me here for my birthday and the service was…read moretop notch from the beginning of the meal experience right up to the dessert offerings. The atmosphere here equals the upscale experience.

What a beautiful space! Their wine selection was solid, and their house Cabernet is the same as…read moremany other restaurants and bars in San Marco. I got to meet the owner, and their hospitality and friendliness made for a great experience!

Would recommend! Service was a bit slow to start we sat at the bar unnoticed for a bit but the…read morebartender was great and really explained the menu items. We loved how casual and chill it felt inside, perfect spot before a date night. I got the lavender spritz and I still think about it. So delicious. I wish their small bites options were bigger but I understand that just have restricted options because of the space. Cool neighborhood spot.