Our friends Jami and Paul invited us out to dinner tonight to The Lazy Manatee. I've been here…read moretwice previously when they first opened and its been awhile, but I've enjoyed everything I've had so far, including the burger I ate tonight. Our friends we were with ordered a pretzel for the table and shared with us. It was a really good, plump pretzel. Served with Mustard and Beer Cheese for dipping. That beer cheese was perfect! For our entrees we both went with a burger since Jacksonville Restaurant Reviews rated them #8 in Jax for burgers. I had the "It's A Me, Mario" while my husband opted for the "Classic" burger. I very much enjoyed mine. I'm a sucker for prosciutto on anything. The saltiness from the prosciutto worked well with the combination of the pesto and mozzarella. Not a bad combo at all. I also loved the sweetness from the balsamic glaze on it. Hubby is a big smash burger fan, but said this didn't feel like a smash burger. He liked it and said it was a really good burger, but when it comes to the smash burgers, he really digs the crispy edges on the patty. He was happy with how it all tasted and the burger sauce they used. He did say he'd prefer the sauce on top of the patty because he felt it made the bottom bun just a little mushy, but it wasn't a deal breaker for him. I also got the opportunity to use my Scoop Card for BOGO beers! I meant to use the card the other day at EZ Eatz, but forgot too, but I made sure to remember tonight! Also our server, Christian is believe was his name, was super friendly and attentive and took great care of us. All around great visit. Bonus photos and thoughts from my previous visit: Fried Green Tomato BLT - LOVED IT. Sonoran Dog - Was different, but good. Nachos with pulled pork - Perfect for game days and snacking. 10/10 recommend! The nachos have been my favorite so far.

The lazy manatee is sneaky good! Heard a lot of internet…read morebuzz, and full disclosure i love manatees so I figured let's check it out lol. My husband and I had a wonderful friday date night here. We live prob 20 mins away and don't frequent this area of town, but we are both glad we made the drive. I wish I caught our waiter's name- he was excellent, clearly hyped about this new bar & restaurant and had nothing but positive things to say about the chef. I crushed the soft pretzel- best in town! I would legit go back just for that! Also enjoyed a handful of beers, both on drafts and from the cooler. I felt they have a huge variety of beers and they were at reasonable prices. The best part was how much my husband LOVED the smash burger. He isn't one to go crazy over food, but while he was eating it he just kept saying "this is incredible!" He's talked about it on repeat and told all our friends. (He even went out of his way to tip & compliment the chef). We'll for sure be back!

Second door dash delivery, thank you Antoine! I ordered sexy red, Acapulco gold, sweet bbq and Da…read morejaguar. OMG. Each taste better than the last. Every single wing packed with flavor and sticking to my fingers, totally delicious! THC is my go to for finger licking wings.

I have a great experience they host indie music nights from time to time. The last time I was here…read moreI ordered the sexy red. The wings were cooked to perfection n the fries were good too. The wait time was a lil long so be prepared for that. They have a huge menu the owner has done great job expanding flavors

The bar tender was so nice! I'd go back just because of her…read more It was Valentine's Day and they were having a live band that evening with giveaways. We would've loved to catch me but already had evening plans.

Stopped in for lunch. Great burger, cold tap beer, good prices. Interesting place, great dive bar!read more

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

I visit Cowtown when I find myself in the Lakewood area. Lisa the bartender is awesome! TV's are…read moregigantic and always have the latest sport. This week it was the Players. Food is good and beer is cold!

We wanted to have lunch at someplace new. Since my husband is a whiskey lover he wanted to check…read morethis place out. It's a free standing restaurant in the St. John's Shopping Center. We were immediately impressed when we went in; lots of dark wood and a long bar with shelves and shelves of spirits. There were mostly bourbons and whiskeys. They even had a rolling ladder so bartenders could reach top-shelf bottles. We had about a 10 minute wait for a table on a Saturday for lunch. The time went by quickly and we were seated at a small wooden table. Our server, Erin, approached us quickly and took our drink orders. I ordered a Blue Moon and my husband had the WC Old-Fashioned. It was made with Evan Williams 1783 Bourbon and he said it was quite good. ($13). For food; I had the Rooster Royale which was a fried chicken sandwich with pickles and hot honey BBQ sauce. It was $16.50, and one of the best chicken sandwiches I've ever had! Even the bun was delicious! I'd planned on only eating half; but I ended up eating it all because it was so good. I also had the homemade chips which were yummy too. My husband had the Reuben which was $19. He said it was really tasty and full of meat. He commented that it didn't get "mushy" or fall apart. He had the crispy potatoes as his side and he raved about those too. We really enjoyed our meal at Whiskey Cake and would definitely return. The only drawback I can think of is that they don't seem to have very many healthy lo-cal options.

We came here today for my goddaughter's graduation celebratory lunch. Having never been here I was…read morenot sure what the menu options would be or what to expect. First I have to commend Christina, who was our server. A table of eight, she managed us with such grace, professionalism, and outstanding service! With a constant smile on her face, she asked us open questions and was very attentive. Not once did I have to ask for an iced tea refill because she was staying on top of it! The menu, though short with options did have a creative variety. We all tried the cinnamon roll, which I have to say was beyond, and I do mean beyond outstanding. In fact, it was the best cinnamon roll I have ever had with the toasted pecans and the sauce. WOW!! I ended up with the pancakes and eggs, and the eggs were cooked perfectly! The pancakes were were thick and had good flavor. It was a little overcooked for what I prefer, but overall, it was very good. Looking at the other options of what friends were having the food looked amazing. I am not a bacon eater, but one of our table mates had a bacon dish that she said was phenomenal. I will definitely be back

My husband and I went on a much needed date night tonight. I've always wanted to give BB's a try…read moreand finally convinced him! We ordered the Brussel sprouts as an appetizer, they were phenomenal! Then we both decided on steak for dinner. I got the filet, and ordered it medium rare and it was perfect. My husband ordered the ribeye and his was medium, his was also spot on. Then of course, we had to get dessert. I got the German chocolate cake (this apparently isn't their normal one) and my husband got the dulce cheesecake. The waitress we had was great, and she recommended lots of tips and favorites to try. The only negative thing that I would say is that it's a bit cramped, so it was very loud and hard to hear each other at points. This was an amazing dinner. We will be back

Had a fantastic double date tonight celebrating my girlfriend's birthday! We were greeted warmly…read moreand given a nice table in the dining room. Our waiter, Evan, was very proactive & offered suggestions with menu items. We started with some cocktails, the gentlemen with the cider beer & an old fashioned. I chose a glass of bubbly & the birthday girl had the fizz cocktail. It was incredible with a fresh blackberry puree. We started with the fried green tomatoes & the calamari, both were delicious! Calamari was prepared well and not too chewy. We shockingly each chose a salad: the bistro steak, the chop chop Asian, the goat cheese, and the salmon. Each one was incredible. Mine was the chop chop and I absolutely loved it! It was HUGE and you can bet I ate every single bite. Loved it!' We finished with the brownie topped with ice cream for the birthday girl, it was extremely tasty! Thanks again to Evan for making our night! He was a fantastic waiter! Would absolutely request him in the future.

Food - Very Good Prices - Very Reasonable…read more Atmosphere- Outstanding!! Okay Joe, why the 5 star review? Simply put, the three person team running the place are instantly people you have know for years. The lead-off hitter behind the counter runs the show like a coach on the field. As my friend says, she gets the joke before you tell it. The utility guy behind the "plate" knows everything that is going on on the field, and gets orders out quickly and efficiently. The clean up hitter is there with your food and anything else you need to stay in the game. I showed up with a team of Wise cracking fools and the Home team just ran with it. This was a very pleasant lunch with great food and great camaraderie. I will be back many times.

First time customer and was extremely happy with my decision to dine-in. The staff was extremely…read morewelcoming and it's evident that they care about the quality of their service & food. The chef even came out to ask me how I was enjoying my meal...THAT'S how you secure a "regular". Excited to come back and continue exploring the menu. Great burger. Awesome service. Killer vibe

Came in to The Bearded Pig in Jacksonville looking for some solid BBQ and it ended up being one of…read morethe better meals we had on the trip. Right away the place had a great vibe, busy but still comfortable, and you could tell they take their food seriously. Marcus took care of us and his service really stood out. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything came out right without us having to ask. It's always a plus when the service matches the quality of the food, and he definitely made the experience even better. The brisket sandwich was excellent, full of flavor with that perfect smoky taste and really tender meat. You can tell it's done right. The pulled pork sandwich was just as impressive, juicy and packed with flavor in every bite. Both sandwiches were filling and hit the spot. The mac and cheese was great as well, creamy and rich and paired perfectly with the BBQ. It's one of those sides you don't think much about at first but end up finishing completely. Overall this place delivers on both food and service. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in Jacksonville and want some legit BBQ.

Came here for the first time- was visiting my brother in Jacksonville, and the staff was kind. They…read morehave a parking lot so no need to worry about where to park. You order at the register, they give you a table number, and they bring it out to your table. We got the Whole South Bank (and apparently it was the last for the night- we got there around 7:30/8pm). The Whole South Bank came with ribs, chicken, and two other meets of your choice (we got brisket and pulled pork) along with 4 sides. We also got a Cobb salad since it was a travel day for us and we felt we needed some green. They have both indoor and outdoor seating- we chose indoor due to the air quality that day. They do not have a military discount, but food was pretty good.

Wow! I had a craving for a burger and this spot hit all the high notes. I also got a virgin…read morepinacolada to go with it. The burger was so big I had to take a box home. I will have a nice treat tonight with some extra papas fritas to go with my burger. This place will not disappoint! I will be back! Ps they do not have gender neutral bathrooms and they could be a bit cleaner but the food exceeded the ambiance.

They have a decent array of fast food options, and a couple different sauces that you can choose…read morefrom. They have a couple tables with chairs to sit and eat at with decent lighting so if the weather is good you can totally order and eat right there. Like most food trucks prices higher than sit down restaurants but will make up with the size of their portions. The taste is good will totally satisfy your cravings i tend to visit every few months.

We recently had dinner at Jax.Restaurant and from the moment we walked in, we knew it was going to…read morebe a great night. We're very impressed by both the cuisine and the service. The menu offered a wide variety of dishes. The house cocktails were the perfect complement to our evening. We enjoyed - Meat empanadas - Buffalo wings - Shawarma - Shrimp Kebab Drinks: - Blue After Dark - Passion fruit margarita I regret not getting dessert because they look amazing. Think tiramisu and tres leches. The ambiance was warm and inviting, with elegant yet relaxed décor. I love that they have large screen for game nights, a pool table and outdoor patio. The service was exceptional; friendly and attentive. They also serve food until 1am! This perfect for late night outings. Definitely a place we'll return to again and again. **100% recommended!**

We stumbled across this place by mere Accident. We originally selected another restaurant that had…read morelive music. But after many failed attempts, we ended up here because it was the one of the only places where the kitchen was still open at 9:30 at night to our surprise, this place is an actual nightclub! I will say that the place was extremely clean and open, perfect for groups and gatherings. At the time we arrived, the place was fairly empty. Because they are a club/lounge, they are known for their all you can drink option. Unfortunately, I do not consume liquor, only wine, so this created limited options in regards to drinks. The manager was so accommodating that he acquired a bottle of wine for our table so that I could enjoy an alcoholic beverage. Our food was very tasteful, and very fresh tasting. We were extremely shocked, given that this was indeed a nightclub. If you're ever in the area and you want to enjoy some Latin vibes, but you also want to secure some good food to have while you drink, definitely count this place in!