free valet, amazing food, tons of drink options. even the cute shop at the entrance had a ton of things that i wanted to bring home. everyone seemed super nice. it was busy busy when we went but things went so smoothly read more

I finally made it to this place and I am so glad I did. I'm not big on checking out places right when they open and I'm glad I waited a bit for this one! It was a great evening. We started off with drinks. I had a mocktail(spirit free) - Winter Chill Mule. Quite delicious! I also tasted a pear pressure and river light sour (both with spirit!) and they were great as well! As a table, we just ordered a bunch of plates to share. Kept me from decision fatigue lol. We had angel eggs and wow! Really liked that as an app. We also had jacked up cornbread bites and they were great. I really liked the hot honey these were served with. Additionally we ordered a side of the carrots and I was a big fan of these especially with the whipped feta. We also had Swicy Savannah flat bread. The pears paired with the chicken were wonderful. We also had the grilled mushroom flatbread and it wasn't my favorite portion of the meal but I would still eat it again. Both flat breads had plenty of arugula which just elevated them more. I love arugula. On to dessert - we got 5 of the 6 dessert cups to share around (the 6th was basically just fruit. Not exciting enough for this table ). My favorite was the blueberry lemon curd but there wasn't a bad one in the house. Close runner up was the carrot cake. It had a lot of citrus zest to it that was just *chefs kiss*. I really liked the ambiance of the place. The seating is nice. Indoor and outdoor. Didn't feel too loud. And I thought the wine pouring wall was incredible. What a fun idea. I will need to take advantage of it one time. I will be back! read more

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The service was okay. Food was edible but expensive and if your looking for anything beef, this is not the place. Didn't want to attempt an appetizer as they did not sound anywhere appetizing. Unfortunately we were seated outside with the flies and sugar bugs that wandered into my wine. Guess if you like the heat of summer in Florida and having bugs share you dinner make sure you try to reserve an inside table. I was okay with going to their tap bar to obtain my own pour, but between finding an appropriate glass and trying to decide on your choice, there is only so much patience other patrons have with your lack of experience with their tab bar. I probably paid double for a glass of wine without even realizing it. There are a number of restaurants in this area, that have good food, good service, and will not drain your bank account for a flat bread pizza. I will admit that the hand held chicken sandwich was good and had a slight kick to it, but if all I can recommend is a chicken sandwich on a Friday night. Really? read more

Brought my girlfriend here for her birthday dinner & it was a fantastic first experience at Pecan. Our server, Jax, was so personable and sweet. We started with the jalapeño cornbread bites, which we expected to be small bite sized but they are a generous size almost slices. Listen, we weren't complaining, they were delicious! We then split the Caesar salad, Brie & chicken flatbread, and the shrimp & feta flatbread. Everything was so tasty! All the ingredients were fresh & the house made Caesar was on point. We loved what we chose! We polished off our meal with the bread pudding dessert & the lemon curd with blueberries. Absolutely love the touch of them being served in mini mason jars. Can't wait to come back for more yummy choices! I also have got to mention the super fun drink wall! You get a tap card and each tap which includes custom-made, cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits, each part priced per ounce, and you just use the lever and drink as much as you want... Which means it is a completely deadly and expensive situation but if you have proper self-control as we did, you will be just fine! Highly recommend trying the lavender gin cocktail, and the Sauvignon Blanc wine! Both delicious! Thanks Jax for making my gf birthday dinner so fun! Your attention to detail did not go unnoticed. Keep it up! read more

Pecan Craft Kitchen - Jalapeño cornbread bites - Southern Near Me - St Johns, Florida

I had heard a lot about Pecan Craft Kitchen coming to the Fruit Cove/St Johns area and let me tell you they did a great job with the building and the entry when you first come in. They also seem pretty busy still. Almost every table in there was full and this was on a Thursday so good for them. Once seated I noticed they they had a whole self pour beer wall with wine and cocktails. These are one my my favorites so back fan of that even though I wasn't drinking that night. We started off with the Angel Eggs and these were very good. Some of the best in the area for sure. I would eat multiple orders of these and not get sick of them. For my entree there were a few things that looked good but knowing it was my first time here I had to try the Citrus Grilled Florida Shrimp & Marsh Hen Mill Cheesy Grits since Shrimp & Grits are one of my go-tos. I will say at first I was a little disappointed but it had also my shrimp in it then looked like from first glance. They we all just picked under the Okra. I will say the Zesty Creolla Sauce was a little on the bland side. Just figured it would be a little more rich and spicy. The shrimp where fine as well. Are 10 of them and not to small but not too big either for sure just average. I will say I wasn't completely blown away by Pecan but I could for sure seeing my self coming back if I was looking to go out to a healthy option for dinner. read more

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I enjoy every visit to Pecan! This was my first time sitting outside and I was actually chilly from the breezy afternoon. Plus, fans were spinnin' out there. Yes, I'm 100% Floridian. But it's a different vibe out there and I'm here for it. I've been here a few times. After the first time when my daughter wasn't a fan I just came with my bf because we both like it. I took my daughter this time, tho. She just isn't digging the kids options. She'd rather have beef burger or breaded chicken. She'd even go for a grilled cheese.. in case you guys are looking for a wider variety for the [picky] kiddos ;) but she enjoyed the outside and the giant connect four. The winter mule was pretty good. I came by a couple days before my birthday so they hand wrote a lil card and gave me spiced pecans in a lil baggy. Very sweet. My bf enjoyed those pecans. I think the waitress was friendly tho maybe a lil impatient and a lil less attentive, but not terribly. They weren't packed this time.. My fish sandwich was delicious as it always is. Tho I think the sides were different since our last visit so the potatoes were different than I remembered but still good. Bathroom is cute and clean. Music is good, not too loud. I'll be back again soon, y'all. read more

Pecan Craft Kitchen - Giant connect four game - Southern Near Me - St Johns, Florida

Yum!!!!! Came here for an early weekday dinner with family in town and had a really great experience. I ordered the mahi special and loved it, super fresh and flavorful and the asparagus was so large I couldn't believe it. My husband got one of the sandwiches and said it was really good too, he would get again!! We also tried a few apps and the deviled eggs were a standout. The decor is really cute and gives the place a great vibe. Parking was easy (assuming bc it was a 530pm dinner) which is always a win. Only small downside is I wish they had Diet Coke, but everything else was on point. Would definitely come back! read more

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The eggs were bland :/ Service was great. Sweet waitress. Cool place. The food was good. I was told the eggs were bland. My flatbread had more Brie than chicken. If you want to get your money's worth order and actual meal. Overall very cool place. Drink was amazing. I would come back for drinks and appetizers. read more

Pecan Craft Kitchen - Excited to be here! - Southern Near Me - St Johns, Florida

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A solid lunch spot with real potential, just a few tweaks away from being exceptional. The space itself is stylish and clean with a trendy vibe, though fair warning: dress in layers, because it was freezing inside on a Saturday afternoon. We shared four dishes between two people (the trout, pimento cheese, cornbread, and mushrooms) and the hits definitely outweighed the misses. The trout was the star of the table, cooked beautifully and full of flavor. The pimento cheese app was equally impressive and we would order both again without hesitation. The cornbread with jalapeño, however, was a swing and a miss for us. The sauce it came with felt out of place and overwhelmed the dish. Next time we'd try the plain. Similarly, the mushrooms leaned too heavily on smokiness and the accompanying sauce felt unnecessary rather than complementary. The restaurant markets itself as a healthier option, no fried foods, clean ingredients, which we appreciated in concept. That said, many dishes arrived heavily sauced, which made the "light" positioning feel a little misleading and caloric, however I did not confirm the calories. At $85 for two people sharing just one entrée, two apps, and a veggie side (tip included), the price felt steep for a casual lunch. You'll want to keep that in mind going in. We'll be back for the trout and pimento cheese, but we'll be more selective with our order. read more

Pecan Craft Kitchen - trout - Southern Near Me - St Johns, Florida

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PCK hit it out of the park again. Love the decor, excellent and friendly staff. Seated promptly. Need a reservation, even for lunch. Had the Charleston sandwich - oh so good., the Caesar with angel eggs - very nice if a tad pricey for the portion size, could have used a bit more greens and maybe some more parm. Also tried the angel egg app - they are good, the sauce under them is hot so be careful in spreading it if not used to hot sauce. Friends also had the Charleston and the salmon salad both loved them. Sandwich is big enough to share if you are trying one of the apps. Love this place. read more

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Wow! Had the salmon over a Caesar.. spiced like I have never had. The salmon was cooked and seasoned to perfection. It had such a lifted flavor which is hard to describe. The dressing was homemade and again a very lifted flavor.. pepper and lemon and something else very pleasing. Pimento cheese was flavorful and delicious.. the cut of all the veggies and lettuce was not lost on me. ambience and customer service was gracious and professional. New fav spot. It was packed for a reason read more

We started with the pimento cheese appetizer. I'm sort of picky about pimento cheese as my southern roots expect great texture, flavor and a little bit of spice. It was a little thick and a little too chunky for spreading on a cracker or for dipping. Personal preference, so I'm not sure I would order it again. We also ordered the cornbread, and it was ok, a little dry. Been twice and ordered the chicken sandwich. It has a great flavor. For the side I ordered the roasted potatoes. The server was friendly and the food came out quickly. The restaurant has awesome curb appeal and I'm tempted to go back for lunch after glancing at the lunch menu. read more

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I came back the second time to try out their other dishes on Friday evening. We came right at 5 PM and we didn't need to wait for a table for four which is awesome compared to our last Experience. We started out with baked potatoes and chicken - lollies for our appetizers which were delicious, the chicken drums are full of flavor and very well seasoned. My drink of the night was the bikini martini, I really enjoyed the citrus freshness, and the amount of alcohol added to it, pair with fillet steak cooked, medium rare. It was a great evening. read more

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We had dinner last Saturday. We waited forever because we did not have reservations, so make sure to book ahead or wait 2 hours. Cocktails were delicious, service was great. Food was delicious. There was an outdoor area with chairs and kid friendly spaces. Live music was a great touch. Great spot. read more

I've been avoiding this place since they opened, first because I wanted to let them work out the bugs as a new restaurant, and second because the menu seemed very limited. I realized once we arrived that part of the reason for a somewhat limited menu is that they are aligned with the farm to table movement, sourcing much of their food from local producers. Now that they have been open a while, it was time to check it out. We popped in without reservations a little after 5 on a Wednesday. Plenty of open tables, but they asked if we had a reservation. Most places don't ask if there's lots of available tables, and most people with reservations will tell you right up front. Then they asked if we would like to sit outside (it was 91 degrees out at the time). Of course we declined. First impression - not super positive. So we ordered drinks and the Southern Pecan Cornbread to start. I got a very good Old Fashioned with a pecan in it, and the cornbread was a standout (see pic). Thick, rich, buttery and flecked with pecans. The hot honey butter that came with it just elevated it further. Highly recommended. Now for the main menu - You basically get choices between fish/shrimp, chicken, and one beef dish. All cooked over a pecan wood fire. Our server said the "Today's Florida Fish" was Halibut. We love halibut, but it sure isn't a local Florida fish and at $52 we weren't going to take a chance. Our server admitted being as puzzled as we were about the origin of the halibut and didn't have any info on the source of the fish. So we settled for shrimp and grits, and the grilled half chicken. The shrimp were nicely grilled, the cheesy grits were a little soupy, there was something called a "zesty creolla sauce" which added some heat but didn't really add anything else, and some roasted okra on top as a garnish. Needless to say my partner enjoyed the shrimp, skipped the okra, and didn't finish the grits. The Pecan-fired grilled half bone-in Joyce Farms chicken, lemon rosemary jus, roasted potato,fresh corn & edamame succotash dish was decent. The chicken was nicely seasoned but not overly juicy. The rosemary jus was a nice touch and helped the flavor continue once you get past the crispy skin. Sides were very small new potatoes and a cold fresh corn / edamame succotash. Interesting and somewhat unusual. Overall, I would have to say that the bar is well run, and there is a wall of taps with pre-made in-house drinks, wines, and beer where you are able to serve yourself. The cornbread was impressive, but the main dishes were just ok. Perhaps we didn't make the best choices that show off what the kitchen is capable of. read more

Pecan Craft Kitchen - Candle in the men's bathroom - Southern Near Me - St Johns, Florida

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Our first time here and we will be back! Make a reservation! We sat outside on the covered patio. Live music started at 7:00. Sound was perfect. Not too loud. Great drink menu and pour your own taps. I had the Mahi dinner special survey with mashed sweet potatoes, roasted asparagus and a pineapple salsa. It was delicious! My husband had Yellow Pepper soup and a shrimp flatbread. Try the soup! Not overpowering at all. Desert was fabulous! Chocolate cake with raspberry read more

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I was making same day dinner plans with my sister to get dinner after work and an appointment when I saw that Pecan Craft kitchen had an opening. I was so excited to take her back to try the flatbread. After ordering the fish last time which was inedible and accompanied by the smallest scoop of sweet potato(left starving but made whole by the manager for a sandwich to take as leftovers) we decided to go with a sandwich and flatbread which are both the category stars of their menu. The entrees on the menu are really lacking and very expensive for the portion sizes but the flatbreads and sandwiches are amazing, unique and filling. We really wanted to try the salad but it is only available at lunch which I think will be the only hours I will return here in the future. I do not give 4 stars lightly and do not wish to be harsh with a review for a restaurant that truly has SO MUCH POTENTIAL and incredible value to add to the local restaurant scene - however both of our meals came out COLD! They came quickly after ordering so I was confused in how they could be prepped, prepared and served ice cold - not lukewarm but literally cold potatoes. While I do commend them on again, making the meal right - it is just frustrating to go out to dinner to be left hungry or eating COLD food :(. I ate my whole flatbread cold since I was starving after work and the replacement came after I finished so I was able to take it home. We split both meals and when I tried the potatoes with the sandwich, I was so confused by the temperature and even confirmed in case they were meant to be served cold - which they were not. My sister also got a dessert which is just so tiny - I meant to look in the dessert case at the front to see if there was anything worth taking home, but I was just so ready to go. I know the concept is to be healthier but I would prefer even just one $9-10 dessert that has some volume to it over ordering two $6 desserts just to feel unsatisfied. She also hoped to order a decaf coffee but they only had regular. I will give it one more go in the future as I am looking to try the cheese board and the lunch salad of which both look great - but I will be extremely let down if it's cold or inedible again. The back patio is also a big star of the show, with heaters and Adirondack chairs, TVs and games. Just stunning! The ambiance of the entire restaurant is full of potential and so, so beautiful and well designed. You can tell everything is intentional - I'm just hoping the kitchen can match the restaurant atmosphere. read more

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Beautiful interior. They have a calamansi aka calamondin tree right when you enter the restaurant. We had a reservation so we were seated right away. I was surprised that the calamansi juice was not in their menu for drinks, I guess they are not familiar with it. This was our first meal of the day so we ordered coffee. For appetizers, we tried their Southern BBQ Chicken flatbread. It was good and we were glad that the BBQ chicken was not sweet. For our mains, I got the Pecan Fired Salmon. I enjoyed this, especially the salad. My husband was just okay with his PK burger. What we enjoyed the most was their self-served tap wall! Not only do they have so much options, but the pricing is very affordable! Overall, there was really nothing spectacular with their food but the tap wall is something else:) read more

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Checked out this newly opened spot and really enjoyed it. Had a reservation and were seated right away. The place has a casual and welcoming vibe. We started with the Southern BBQ chicken flatbread and a hot latte. For mains, my wife and I shared the PK Burger and the pecan-fired salmon superfood. Not bad. The best part for me was the drinks. You get a tap card and can pour your own cocktails, beers, and wines. All are priced by the ounce and very reasonable. I had a couple of beers and a Moscow mule. The spicy ginger was a little strong on the mule which was a letdown. Service was great! Our server was friendly and accommodating. Definitely a spot worth checking out especially if you're a drinker. read more

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I went against my normal practice and visited within the first 30 days of a new restaurant opening - and it bit me. Beautifully appointed inside. We shared the grilled sweet potato minis amongst 4 of us. For $11, we each got a 3/4 of a fingerling potato. They were very good, but felt the serving size could be healthier. The deep well triple filtered water was not good. We ordered bottled water and beverages and had them take the water away. Maybe that's their strategy. For an entrée, I split the whole bird and 3 with my daughter. For the 3 sides, we went with roasted potatoes, mushrooms, and greens of the day which was broccolini. The potatoes were bland but the mushrooms were very good. The chicken had good flavor but the both thighs were underdone. We sent them back and we saw the waitress talk to the chef. He sent her back with the undercooked chicken and he told her to tell us it was safe to eat. She asked if we wanted them back and we said no. I was quite surprised and wished I did take them back to take a pic. This chicken was not pink like the pic of the legs I posted. These were red and the meat was gelatinous. Unacceptable. And while who we assumed was management walking around, he skipped our table. In their defense, I don't think he was ever made aware of our "concern." It was odd he skipped our table for a drive by though. For a place that is basically specializing in chicken, it was disappointing. I will say that the other two diners with us had chicken sandwiches and they were quite pleased. I don't think I'll be ready to go back for a few months. It was just poor form for the chef to send the waitress back to "share his message" - that should have been brought to management's attention by staff. Our server Natalie was great. She was very professional and to me was put in an odd situation by the chef. read more

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Let me start off by saying I made reservations for a Friday night to celebrate my husband's birthday and a very long overdue date night. The earliest was 9pm, which is past my bedtime. I took it, given this place is 5 minutes from my house and we had a babysitter. I've read multiple gripes about the availability of parking- that wasn't a problem. We drove up right to a spot at the front door. We were greeted and quickly seated. First impression - cool concept- there are goods available to purchase, as if you walked into a specialty market....clean set up, nice vibe. It was busy, but not overly crowded (I'm guessing everyone else, like myself also has a bedtime before 9.) We ordered several things- the cheese plate - which we cleaned. Their cheeses as well as everything that comes out of their kitchen is sourced locally from Florida farms, which is appreciated. We enjoyed the cheese so much, we bought some to bring home. We ordered the mushroom flat bread. And, guess what? You could literally taste the mushrooms. Sounds silly, food elevates to a whole new level when you can actually taste the ingredients individually and cohesively. My husband got the steak entree, and got the daily local fish which was snapper. Both, literally fired to perfection. Perfectly cooked and evenly tempered throughout. You would have thought that beef was sous vide. It wasn't. We asked :) My snapper was also beautiful. Every component on these plates married well, and still shined on their own. Not many farm-to-table concepts around here, but we are glad we have one so close by. So, bravo to those fine folks behind the fire. We had dessert as well, we appreciated the concept of mason jar bites. Enough to tickle your palate, not too much to make you explode. We will be back to work our way thru the menu eventually. Thanks for bringing something new and refreshing to St. John's county. read more

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So I had been waiting awhile for this place to open since I drive by it all the time. They started out super busy and we made a reservation for earlier this month. Once we arrived, we still had to wait for around 10 minutes but chocked it up to only being open for about 2 weeks. The environment is wonderful. You walk in and there's a very small area that seems like a homey local grocery store or farmer's market. A various number of local producers are featured and sold here and I believe that some the ingredients on their menu come from some of these same local suppliers. Pretty neat and welcoming touch, I thought. We were called and seated later and ordered a couple cocktails and some cornbread bites with jalapenos in them. This was an excellent start to the evening. The cocktails were made well (although both a little sweeter than we had figured) and those cornbread bites were excellent. I wouldn't let them take the last one when out meals came out later. Those entries were ordered and we got the veggie tasting and the chili lime salmon dish. Both were astounding in flavor and presentation. The fish was cooked perfect and went so well with the succotash bed it was sitting in. The veggie dish was a great selection of different well-grilled vegetables and I couldn't stop going back to it. Lastly, we ordered a couple of the tarts for dessert because you gotta get a taste of each thing they do, right? We had the blueberry and lemon curd tart and the chai pear and tart cherry tart. They were small in size but packed a punch in flavor and ended up being a good sized treat for the end of the evening here. Overall, we truly enjoyed dining here and trying this new gem in Fruit Cove. The food was amazing and would come back just for that experience again. The wait for our reserved table was more than it should be and we ended up looking for our waiter more often than we normally expect when at the table, but again this is a new place and getting into a solid rhythm can take a little time. It wasn't enough to take away from the otherwise amazing evening we had. Definitely will be coming back! read more

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After a Friday afternoon shopping haul a friend and I decided to stop into Pecan Craft Kitchen for happy hour. We wanted to have a few drinks & some appetizers. We arrived around 5 PM. The restaurant offers valet service which we did not take advantage of because there were plenty of spots. Upon walking in I saw a rather large retail area straight ahead. We were greeted by a hostess and told her we were going to the bar. We passed many booths and high top tables on our way. The bar area wraps around their outdoor space and is nice and light. The place is rustic but well appointed. I mentioned this because the restaurant as well as the clientele doesn't seem to know if it's upscale or casual. We were casually dressed, but I did see some people who were dressed up. This place looks more casual than dressy. However, once we receive menus, we saw the food is definitely priced way more upscale than it looks. I asked the bartender about happy hour specials and she told us there weren't any. That was strike one for me, almost every place I have been to has some sort of happy hour late afternoon early evening .My friend and I just wanted to sit and chitchat and relax. When I asked for a glass of wine that's when I started to get annoyed with the whole system. I was told I'd have to give my credit card to the bartender. Then once I give my credit card, she would give me a card, that I go up to the wall with and pick my beverage of either wine or beer. OK, so I couldn't relax and get a glass of wine served to me I had to go pour it myself. I took the card she gave me and went to the wall. I must say they have some nice selections of wine and I found a nice white I like. Note underneath the wall are different types of glasses mostly beer glasses. They do have stemless wine glasses, which are not my favorite, but I picked one up, tapped my card over one of my favorite wines, and started to pour. It shows you when you put your card in how much by the ounce wine you're getting plus the price well. I got about 2 ounces into the glass and then it shut off. After fooling with the machine for about five minutes thinking I was doing something wrong I so I went back to the bar to inquire what happened. I thought maybe I was doing something wrong. I was told the wine was probably empty. So here I was at the bar with 2 ounces of wine in my glass that I have just paid about four dollars for. They said they were going to change the tap and I waited for about 15 minutes when I just gave up and went back and got a different wine. I found the whole experience quite annoying. if you don't mind serving yourself like you're in a cafeteria then you might enjoy this place. I like to go out and be served. The next thing is the menu entrées as I remember they anywhere from $30-$48. The appetizers which we were looking at really didn't thrill me. My friend and I decided on one of their flatbread pizzas to share with our drinks. The flat bread pizza we chose had cheese and vegetables on it. It was quite tasty and had a nice smoky flavor however, there was just a bit too much arugula on top disguising a little bit of toppings underneath. We ate our flatbread and had one drink totaling $40. with tip. I really wanted to like this place, but it was definitely a one and done for me. If you enjoy serving yourself like you're in a cafeteria for drinks this may be your place. read more

Pecan Craft Kitchen - Serve yourself wine and beer wall. - Southern Near Me - St Johns, Florida

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Go ahead and make your reservation now! They just opened, and are quite popular for a good reason. Driving up, you'll find the primary parking is by way of complementary valet. They only had about four self parking spots. Walking in it has a cute vibe that was half café and half market. With glass cases for dessert and a little farm stand with a few vegetables for sale in the middle, they also had honeys and teas for sale around the perimeter of the entrance. The other half has a more traditional restaurant feeling, with indoor and outdoor seating plus a full service bar and tap wall with several different types of drinks. The food... The food was absolutely on. I had the cornbread, chicken lollies, and red snapper for dinner. I find it kind of funny, but I think my most favorite of the three were the chicken lollies. The glaze on them was amazing. Sweet. Spicy. Delicious. Best of all, memorable. I'm serious about the reservations though. Right now they are only making reservations 21 days in advance... and they had an hour and a half wait for walk-ins while I was there Friday night. So, roll a dice if you like to wait. read more

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Beautiful NEW restaurant along SR13N . Reservations a MUST! Valet parking (almost mandatory!) based on footprint. Great concept - Florida based products and produce for sale. Open kitchen and dessert case. There's a drive up window too (perhaps for future to-go). Server, Shelby welcoming and personable. Very patient as we asked questions! Food was unique and flavorful ... had to look up a couple of words in the description "tamarind" and "umami" ... lots of spices- many of which blended nicely with the plate. Huge bar. And outside patio and recreational area. Would definitely recommend! read more

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Wow.... absolutely WOW!!!!! I would give PCK 10 stars if I could. This is THE restaurant that Jacksonville has been waiting 10 years for!! It's like a well-rounded person who's gorgeous on the inside and out. The experience begins with the beautiful mural on the side of the restaurant, exquisite craftsmen style architecture, and the outdoor area with fun activities for kids & adults. There's only a few self parking spots, so if you get there too late you can only valet (so you're prepared to have cash for a tip). Once you enter the restaurant, you are introduced to a cute country store like an elevated Cracker Barrel. They offer fun items cups/mugs/tumblers/kitchen items, local honey, hot sauce, and fresh vegetables. Then there's the display case of delicious desserts! They have a decent sized bar but the piece de resistance is the arcade-like wall that dispenses wine, beer, spirits, etc. To get the drink, you must get a card from your server, scan it, and dispense your selected beverage. How fun! Now for the food... chef's kiss! Chef Pam who curated the entire menu stopped by our table and explained some of the dishes for us. The caesar salad has a protein based dressing and is one of the best caesar salads I've had in a while. The angel (deviled) eggs had many layers from a bed of red pepper pecan sauce to the bacon/ jalapeño toppings; the eggs did taste like it's been refrigerated for a tad too long, but slight imperfection. The chicken lollipop app had five hearty juicy legs that were delicious. We didn't have as much time since I had to pick up my son, but our server Raja was amazing and able to get us fed and out of there in a timely fashion! We will definitely be back over and over to try everything. read more

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I have been wanting to come here for a while, so when my husband suggested a date night, we picked Pecan to try out. The parking is valet, so we parked away from the restaurant and walked over. It is a beautiful structure, with a mobile order pickup window, outdoor seating, and plenty of parking. We walked in and were greeted by the hostess, along with local goods for sale, and a stuffed dog and sheep. She walked us outside to the outdoor patio. There's a stage for music, outdoor games, tables and chairs, Adirondack chairs around tables and fire pits, and lots of fans to keep you cool during the summer. We were seated and handed menus. Our waitress came up next and explained the freshness of the food, the local produce, the beer and wine taps, and let us view the menus. My husband ordered the old fashioned and I chose to go to the wine tap. The wine tap is tricky, as it was hard to figure out how to pull the tap to fill the glass with wine. They have wine, cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks, beer, and sparkling wine. I chose the Willamette Valley Pinot noir. You have to pay attention when you fill the glass, as it fills up quickly and the price per ounce skyrockets. For 5 oz it was around $14. I went back to the table and ordered the filet. Within five minutes our food was served to us. The steak was tender, the asparagus was grilled but crispy, the tomatoes popped with flavor, and there were plenty of potatoes. I liked dipping my steak in the chimichurri dip or smearing it over the black garlic woosh. I told our waitress it was the best steak I had, and I learned they source the meat from Dakota Farms. We were full from dinner, so we did not order dessert, even though I know they make them daily from scratch. Overall, it was a great dinner, and we were happy to see such a nice restaurant in this area. We will be back for sure! read more

Pecan Craft Kitchen - Filet with asparagus, potatoes, tomatoes, chimichurri dip, and black garlic woosh. - Southern Near Me - St Johns, Florida

I had the opportunity to go with a group from my residential campus to PK for lunch. I'm realizing I can only have a few things on the menu because of my onion allergy, so I had what I had for dinner about three months ago: the mushroom flatbread. It was just as good as before--maybe even better because the crust was not at all overdone. I also had a bowl of very fresh fruit as a side. That was temporarily mislaid but our waitperson, Molly, found it for me. She was attentive! My dining companions had a variety of dishes. Two were The Chicken Pecan Deluxe sandwich and the Mushroom Power Bowl, which diners said they really liked. The desserts were a big hit! We browsed through the gift area, too! read more

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Really enjoyed the space. Loved the storefront, loved the wine tap concept, the outdoor area is welcoming and fun too. The food is great. I tried the salmon superfood bowl and it was phenomenal. My cousin got the Charleston, and I took the leftovers home it was so good. We got the corn bread and the angel eggs too. They were fine to me, my cousin loved them. The service was spectacular. They were so attentive, sweet, and definitely made us feel welcome. Would definitely visit again. I suggest a reservation unless you are getting there early. read more

The ambiance of Pecan is truly wonderful. Sat outside for dinner but walking through the restaurant just brings good vibes as well as good smell. The menu is not extremely large but the self-serve beer options are! The waitress was accommodating and provided good recommendations. The prices may seem a little steep for the portion sizes. Overall, was a good experience! read more

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This is a cozy new spot in Fruit Cove with a great atmosphere and excellent service. The menu is eclectic and surprising. Food quality was high and prices were reasonable for the portions. What we ordered: - Jacked Up Cornbread Bites - huge portion - instead of "bites," there were five slices of pecan cornbread covered in pepper jack and sliced jalapeños and drizzled with hot honey. It all worked together somehow. - Pecan Deluxe sandwich with a side of blackeyed pea caviar; hubby said he'd order the sandwich again, but thought the caviar was a little one note as a cold side dish - Half Bird and Two with broccolini and superfood pearl pasta - the white meat was dry, thigh was delicious, and the drumstick looks overcooked (I ran out of room - this meal was huge). The pasta was also a cold side, and ok not great. Broccolini was fresh and not bitter. - We tried two desserts - the pecan pie and the banana pudding. Both were good, but we both preferred the pecan pie. - I also tried the Bar Pecan Old Fashioned and hubby had a craft soda. I liked my old fashioned wasn't overly sweet, and while we appreciated the craft sodas were natural, the orange flavor was quite lacking. Maybe another flavor would've been a better choice. What really stood out was how intent every staff member was at ensuring we had a good experience. From the nice valet out in the freezing weather to the hostesses to the servers and food runners, service was consistently excellent. Pacing was also great. The atmosphere was good - a touch noisy at times but certainly no more than other places when they are so busy. The menu, as I said, was surprising. I nearly ordered the shrimp and grits but was told the cheese grits were made with goat cheese and no butter or cream. They might be amazing but I wasn't feeling like taking a chance. Their flatbreads had a lot going on and seemed like they needed a bit of an edit, but I could be totally wrong. There are a few different things on the lunch menu that look promising. We will be back to try. read more

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The experience, from arrival to departure, was exceptional. The establishment's concept is commendable. Upon entering, the market grabs you immediately with great optiins from otger top chefs in the area, fresh vegies and a dessert case which captivates one's attention. Subsequently, a variety of seating options are available, including indoor, bar area, and outdoor patio area, each offering a distinct ambiance. Service was consistently excellent throughout. I opted for a seat at the bar, anticipating that other seating would be reserved. We began with a drink from the impressive wall selection and enjoyed a chicken BBQ flatbread. This restaurant is a place you cant wait to return too. read more

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My family has gone about three times now. We did walk-in, but reservation would be the way to go for this place. The food is amazing! So much so, my family and I all agreed our goal is to try the whole menu (we are notorious for sticking to a single dish at places). Our waitress Christina was super helpful in picking out dishes to try. Everyone working there is super attentive and helpful. read more

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Finally made it to the new and modern Pecan Craft Kitchen that been building before me eyes for over a year! Initial impression is convenient location nearby neighborhoods and a great ambiance to it. Parking is crammed which I hoped for either valet or more parking for its size, so come early. Upon coming in I love there little market place and to go counter. Hostess and staff were absolutely amazing. Big shout out to our waitress NATALIE!! She was not only very friendly but also gave us great recommendations. Seating was open not to crammed. They have indoor, bar and out door patio seating. So plenty of space. HIGHLY recommend making reservation (OpenTable) as it gets booked quick! Inside has very nice colors, bright and to be honest very refreshing with all the plants. Don't be surprise if the bathroom smells better than your car lol. Took me by surprise! Very clean! Now on to the nitty gritty. Good was very delicious with a combination of healthy options and hearty but fresh choices as well. True farm to table without cutting corners. The BBQ chicken entree and Salmon Salad were absolutely top notch with all the flavors. Don't forget the appetizers I highly recommend the deviled eggs! Now if you want just cocktails and have a drink with your friends this is the place! All drinks are made with fresh made in house daily ingredients! Altogether, I think the owners have definitely have something here and don't forget they do have drafted cocktails, wines, and beer along the wall when you enter. Nice little touch if you don't feel like waiting for a glass to your table just get up and serve yourself. Don't worry the staff will explain the process. So if you haven't been here yet better get there cause you don't know what you're missing out on. I can honestly say best restaurant in St. John's this year alone!! We need more restaurants like this! read more

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Love the atmosphere and that they carry many different products supporting local businesses available to purchase in their market area. The food and drink options are unique and deliciously fresh. Our server Izzy was sweet and attentive. I would have given 5 stars if not for the fact that I was told 20 minutes to an hour wait for walk-ins on a random Tuesday afternoon and we ended up waiting an hour and 15 minutes and was told by the hostess the second time I checked in that I was called twice (but no record of it on my call log). I give grace considering they are new and hopefully still working out the kinks. I definitely recommend reservations otherwise food, drinks, and atmosphere were very nice! read more

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I absolutely loved trying this new spot. We had reservations and were sat promptly upon arriving. Once sat our waitress came over and immediately greeted us and explained the drink card. As you can see, we tried several apps. The pimento cheese and sweet potatoes were great. The cornbread had a great spread w it but the mushroom flatbread fell really short. Our mains, not a single complaint and every plate was cleaned. We tried a few of the desserts, with the pecan pie being the table favorite. When we were ready to cash out, there were some difficulties. I can wash up the hiccups to this spot being brand new. Overall the experience was fantastic and I will def be back after the kinks are ironed out. read more

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I'd give this place 10 stars if I could. The ambiance is unreal. It feels like a place in Riverside or Avondale. The beer and wine wall is really cool and the prices for those drinks are amazing. We really liked our server Abby. Because it's new the owners are there making sure everything is awesome for their guest and they're really friendly. The food is great. You HAVE to get the Jacked Up Cornbread Bites! They had great music playing. They even had candles burning in the restrooms. Everything about this place is different in a good way. We can't wait to go back! read more

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We walked up to the restaurant and were impressed with the transformation of the building. We watched it getting rebuilt and finally tonight was the night to try it out. The entry looks like an entry/general store look... the dining area was homey yet progressive farmy... we started out with craft cocktails; bar pecan old fashion and I had the Thyme will tell. Very interesting . The menu was really interesting in that it offered dinners that were familiar but not loaded with carbs. We started out with the angel eggs ... awesome!My dish was the chili lime kvaroy arctic salmon . Outstanding! My husband had the Demkota Ranch Filet that literally melted in your mouth! Delicious. They had an interesting concept for drinks that you could order your drinks by the glass at the wall, or you could have the bar make them for you. I've seen that before in Winterpark. The staff was very helpful and informative. Abbey was knowledgeable and attentive. We welcome this restaurant to St John's! read more

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From the moment we arrived to the amply lit parking lot with spacious parking places, we thought, Wow this place is great! The outdoor patio and seating area are warmly lit with yellow light and an open air "backyard" ambience and elegance. The interior is high ceilings, sprayed black and hidden by floating white wood acoustic ceiling panels/boards. The planters display greenery that is both pleasing to the eye and visually separating of seating spaces. The arrangement is designed for and welcoming of medium to large parties with the feeling of semi private tables and booths around the restaurant. The entry and receiving area double as a fresh market and souvenir purchase area with a dessert case. One of the coolest things they have is a wall of self serve beverages - of both alcoholic and mocktail nature, and a lower sugar soda stream fountain. All self-serve/pour and charges your card directly. Our party was celebrating a birthday and given an 8pm reservation (a kind favor since they just opened!) by the manager who personally came to greet us and welcome the party after we sat. We placed orders for cocktails and appetizers, sampling their favorites list. The Pecan Old Fashioned (smoked) was a hit, as was a mocktail (with a shot of vodka added!). The jalapeño cornbread with hot honey and the cheeseboard delighted and easily fed our party of 7. I noted the menu is mostly chicken and fish, but there are vegetarian, and one beef option. One in our party got the beef dish, one got the half chicken, one the vegetable sampler plate, one the salmon and the others tried each of chicken burgers. Sides are creative and healthy, including grilled mushrooms, honey carrots and succotash. No one complained! Every dish pleased! Furthermore, due to the dinner rush and their kitchen leads' belief we had waited too long, we were gifted a couple flatbreads- one meat and one veggie. Both were mouthwatering! In all I can't name a healthier restaurant option offering real food with immense flavor and great nutritional value! I can't wait to come back! read more

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Ambiance is a southern comfort kind of space. We had reservations and got seated right away. Our server Makaila was so nice and made great recommendations. We ordered the Bikini Martini and Pear Pressure and both drink were delicious. For appetizers we got the "jacked up" cornbread. My husband loved it but I like a sweater. We ordered the Charleston with sweet corn, edamame succotash and the Pecan fired salmon. Both were so fresh and flavor full. For dessert we had the pecan pie and the banana pudding both were just the right amount of sweet and size. We will definitely be back to try other menu items. read more

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