I had the shrimp platter and my friend had the lobster and oyster specials. Everything was fresh…read moreand cooked to perfection. My fried shrimp wasn't overbreaded as can often be the case. It's the best I've had in a long time and I've tried a lot of the local restaurants. My friend was beyond delighted with her lobster and oysters. Fun thing they do is provide a largish trash container for shells etc to be tossed into. Also her dishes were served in large aluminum trays that gave ample room to make a mess, as one does with her two dishes. She was delighted. The service was perfection, our server Kara was attentive, friendly, with a terrific sense of humor. We'll be back!!

Where the locals come eat. Waitresses are knowledgeable about what tastes good and the daily…read morespecials. Oysters are popular and priced right for the lover twice a week. Beer is cold of course. Ambiance? This is where people come to eat at a fair price!

I've been numerous times over the years, this latest visit was for a large birthday party- so…read morelarge, we basically took over the upstairs! Quay was our personal server and I think he was our bartender too- although there was another person back and forth behind the bar. We added a little chaos to the mix with a handful of family who showed without rsvp-ing. Add in toddlers plus easily 15 people.... Yeah- mad respect for Quay!!! I admit to being sad that I couldn't get my broiled platter- that is my favorite Fish Camp dish, and apparently not available for lunch. I pivoted and got the steam pot for 2. For myself. And guess what- I ate all the crab, hmmm so happy! Laugh- it was hilarious, I was still cracking crab while everyone sung happy birthday! I was thrilled. I brought home most of the potatoes, corn and such- it even had mushrooms and broccoli! YUM! My old fashioned was also perfection in a glass. John had the shrimp and fish basket and loved every bite. Several raved about the shrimp and grits. Caron loved her mahi mahi. Connor got the Spicy Wild Caught Shrimp Linguine with White Wine, Garlic, Tomato, Pecorino and inhaled it! Even the kiddos were super happy with the kids chicken strips, although the kitchen delivered the first plate to the wrong toddler and the lovely parents didn't question how they got food without ordering and that little girl dug right in. Opposite end of the table- this grandma spoke up and we split the food so all the littles were fed. Considering our chaotic group, it went very well. I didn't hear a single complaint from our party. Hopefully we didn't drive the staff too crazy!

I used to absolutely love this place. It was our go-to for seafood, celebrations, family dinners,…read moreand special occasions for years. We recommended it constantly and genuinely enjoyed supporting them. Unfortunately, after our last few experiences, that loyalty is completely gone. The problems really started during a dinner visit with my spouse. We had a reservation for two and specifically requested a booth because my spouse has herniated discs and booths are much easier on her back. The hostess with glasses told us there were "no booths available for parties of two," so we were seated at a tiny two-top directly in front of an empty booth. Minutes later, another couple - who apparently didn't even have the correct downstairs reservation because Wheel House was closed for a private event - was seated in that exact booth instead. When I politely questioned it, I was told they were "accommodating them." Interesting, because apparently accommodating a medical issue for customers with a reservation didn't matter. Still, we decided to give the restaurant another chance for Mother's Day. To their credit, we were seated at a booth this time after I both noted it in the reservation and called ahead to confirm it. Our waiter was someone we immediately recognized from a previous visit, and my parents mentioned he had waited on us before at that same table. Somehow, from that comment alone, he became convinced we were related to Chef Tim Tillus. From there, things got bizarre. He kept talking about "Timmy," mentioning reunions and saying he used to live with him. The restaurant was extremely loud, and my father had forgotten his hearing aids that day, so honestly we could barely understand what he was talking about. We just smiled politely and focused on asking about the menu because we truly had no clue where the conversation was going. Eventually, he came back and realized we were NOT Chef Tim Tillus' family. He then explained that the kitchen staff had apparently been laughing because the chef saw us and said, "That's not my family." So somehow this became a whole ordeal in the kitchen over a completely innocent misunderstanding. We laughed awkwardly because what else do you do at that point? But honestly, the whole interaction felt strange and unprofessional. Unfortunately, the food was even worse than the awkward service. My spouse ordered the all-day seafood soup, and somehow there was basically ZERO seafood in it. That alone was shocking because their soups used to be incredible. My father ordered the broiled platter, and the portion size was honestly embarrassing for a $29 dish. His parsley potatoes consisted of literally five tiny cubes - my mother counted them because we were in disbelief. We have eaten here for years and NEVER saw portions this small. I ordered the fish special, and it was nothing like described. It was supposed to have pecans and blackening seasoning. There were no pecans, no blackening seasoning, and the fish itself was dry, bland, overcooked, and flavorless. For $32, I was served what looked like a tiny sad pile of fish in the middle of a giant empty plate. The pork chop looked beautiful but tasted absolutely awful. At this point I honestly don't know if the kitchen quality has completely collapsed or if nobody is checking food before it leaves the line anymore. Either way, it was terrible. My mother ordered scallops on the half shell as her meal - something she has enjoyed there many times before. This time, the scallops were tiny and somehow greasy. It was shocking these dishes were even leaving the kitchen. What makes this so disappointing is that we truly loved this restaurant. We weren't casual customers. We supported this place for years because we believed the food and experience were worth it. This wasn't just a mediocre meal or an "off night." This was a genuinely terrible dining experience from start to finish, made worse by the fact that it happened on Mother's Day. The service felt awkward and disorganized, the portions were insulting, the food quality was awful, and there seemed to be zero quality control happening anywhere. At this point, our money will be supporting other establishments instead. It's honestly sad because this place USED to be special. I sincerely hope management fixes the kitchen, consistency, and overall professionalism before even more longtime customers walk away.

My last review was a 5 and this review is another 5. I took a friend who lives in Jacksonville but…read morehe had never tried Dockside. He told me he is moving his birthday dinner (in about a month) to dockside. The fried shrimp are spot on and the my wife had grilled flounder which she loved. Service is order and pay on the front end but they bring it to you. Not sure why but they are stingy with ice for your drinks. This is a very solvable problem so let's work on that. Parking can be a challenge so carpool if you are coming in a group.

I'm writing this review as I'm watching my boyfriend demolish the best tasting Snapper we've ever…read morehad in our entire lives. Which together, adds to be over a century of time. Eating snapper from what feels like one world to another. THIS IS THE BEST. The flavor. The fry. The presentation. Everything. He got fried shrimps with it. I got the blackened Baha, shrimp and scallops. Incredible. We are coming back over and over. The chef in that kitchen play NO GAMES back there. And the price was amazing as well. Thank you to the whole time for such a great experience. Wow.

Big, juicy, fresh fried shrimp platter for about $20. The great view adds to the best afternoon mealread more

Amazing fresh fish meals and a great spot to sit by the water and enjoy a relaxing meal. You walk…read moreup to the counter, place your order, and then find a seat while your food is freshly prepared. Everything about this place feels refreshing, from the atmosphere to the food. A simple, casual, and really enjoyable waterfront dining experience.

I'm honestly surprised how underhyped this place is…read more We did the AYCE and were NOT disappointed. Everything was so good, the price is great, and the value is absolutely there. Service was fast and super on point too Safe to say... we can't wait to go back.

I came here on my birthday and I was not disappointed. I ordered the AYCE and it was so good! I…read morecannot wait to go back. The waitress was accommodating to me needing an outlet. Since I was sitting solo and had my sister on video, I needed to charge my phone. I cannot wait to go back! The food was so good!

Came by The Fish Co for a Friday lunch, & even though they were buzzing, the service and food were…read moreworth the wait! I ordered the grilled salmon, & it was easily some of the freshest fish I've had lately. It was cooked to perfection, not dry at all, & the seasoning was spot on. The real star, though, was the key lime butter! It provided such a perfect, bright balance to the savory fish. For sides, I went with the spinach salad and a baked potato. The miso dressing on the salad is seriously addicting - super creamy & flavorful. The potato came fully loaded with all the accoutrements on the side (pro-tip: the bacon bits are actually crispy!). The restaurant is impressively clean & spacious, with a great energy. Understandingly busy for a Friday, but I will absolutely be returning soon. I especially loved the look of the bar area and the oyster bar counter, I'll definitely be looking to snag a spot there next time!

Took myself out for a little solo lunch at Fish Company. I haven't been in a long time and wanted…read moreto share that it is just as good as I remember. I treated myself to half a pound of their spicy peel and eat shrimp, small order of mussels and three pounds of crawfish to go. I know the LA crawfish purists will go berserk at the fact it's $15 a lb, but to me it's definitely worth the price. The seasonings used are fantastic and infinitely better than the frozen stuff you'll find at the boil places in town. Overall, I highly recommend treating yourself to a wonderful meal at Fish Company! -- at The Fish Co Jax.

Every time I've gone here, the food has been excellent. On my last visit, I tried the curry chicken…read moreand highly recommend it. They have a menu that changes so it's not always the same things available. The ambiance is relaxed and beachy but also upscale. The service was prompt and cheerful. They have beer and wine only, but make some fun wine based cocktails that are pretty good. Overall, I've always had a good meal and good experience at AB Kitchen.

Came here for some friends' birthdays for dinner. I was excited to try this spot and it did not…read moredisappoint! We all started off with our own wine flight and I think we all got the Whites of the World one, which was delicious!! I split one with my friend, which was a good amount for us, but you could definitely order your own too. For appetizers, we got the specials burrata and Brussels sprouts. Both were amazinggggg but the best was the Brussels sprouts. I always thought I didn't like them but after eating these I found out I do! That sauce is amazing. For my entree, I got the chimichurri steak. It had great flavor, but was a little cold. I guess I didn't get any pics of dessert because it was just that good but we got the sticky toffee cake and I'm still dreaming about it!! So delicious!! Our waiter, Jonathan, was so sweet, and already split the items we split on the bill for our group like dessert without us asking and very knowledgeable of the menu especially different wines. Will definitely be back!

After a nice walk with a girlfriend, she recommended this restaurant because of the Bacon Wrapped…read moreScallops! We sat outside with a gentleman who had a cute puppy and chatted with him. I had the Virgin Margarita, Bacon Wrapped Scallops (BWS) and the Blackened Mahi Tacos (BMT). The margarita was good and semi-fruity. The BWS was delicious, cooked well and nice. Great flavor with the pineapple. The BMT was good although somewhat tasted a little "fragrant" like soap? I guess the cilantro lime drizzle helped with covering the taste. Mahi was cooked nicely. Chips and salsa/sour cream was the usual norm. We stayed til almost closing since we arrived already late in the evening. It was on a weekday evening, so it wasn't too busy. My girlfriend was right, the BWS was the best! Overall, the service was good and the vibes -- chill. Would visit again and grab those scallops!

Came here for lunch with my friend visiting from out of town. The vibes are fun with live music and…read morewe sat outside for the good weather. We both ordered some drinks, and while they were good, we both couldn't really tell if they had alcohol in them haha. I got the fish tacos, and those were pretty good too. The food came out fast and the service was good. Overall, a great spot for live music and good vibes with friends!

I had Grace as my server last night and she was so great! She was very helpful and quick to answer…read moreany questions. Food came fast and was delicious. The octopus was amazing! Definitely coming here again!!

First time here and visited during Happy Hour. Sat outdoors since the weather was perfect. Happy…read morehour prices included a selection of appetizers so we had the calamari, fried green tomatoes, and alligator bites. Instead of dinner, we ordered another calamari appetizer and a cup of Jambalaya. Everything was delicious! The server, who was also the bartender, took great care of us. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and quite busy but still provided great service! The special Happy Hour drinks were priced right and tasted ok. Next visit to Jacksonville Beach we will be sure to have dinner there!

We've been visiting Jax for 20+ years and can't believe we haven't been here before. The wasabi…read moremango coleslaw was amazing. We all enjoyed our meals very much! We tell everyone who will listen that this is a hidden gem for seafood!

Sister is in town and she said seafood sounded good for dinner…read more Had to go to 2 dudes. Little hole in the wall place but has some of the best seafood around. Started off with a couple of draft beers. I had the mahi grilled with wasabi Cole slaw. You have to try it the Cole slaw. Also with a twice baked potato. Suggested by the waiter. That was a good suggestion Sister had the ahi tuna on rice cakes. Both meals were fantastic. Good service and great food. Always a plus and for my sister from out of town. She really enjoyed it.