This place is amazing and inviting. Ty, our waitress was awesome. Very attentive, warm and…read moresmiling. Our food was hot and delicious. We had the Gator tails for an appetizer with the boom boom sauce, yummy! The dinners were Shrimp Charleston with cheese grits and Fried shrimp, fries and baked potato. I didn't think we would be able to finish all of the food. We will put this on our foodie map!

Service was spot on. VERY clean restaurant and bathrooms…read morewere immaculate. This was obviously a local favorite. Food was all delicious and prices are reasonable.

I love this place. The food is so great. The staff is so friendly. anytime I go they always…read moreaccommodate me no matter if I walk in or make reservations.

Seeking an exceptional spot for a late luncheon today, I happened upon Peacock Garden. While the…read moreestablishment presents a modest, unassuming exterior, stepping through the doors reveals a breathtaking transformation. The magnificent garden setting and the exquisite attention to detail in their decor are nothing short of extraordinary a truly marvelous aesthetic achievement! The hospitality was top-tier from the moment I arrived. My server, Mari, welcomed me with exceptional warmth, grace, and total professionalism. With her delightful assistance, I began my meal with a Strawberry Lemon Drop. It was mixed to absolute perfection vibrant, refreshing, and exquisitely balanced. For my late lunch, I simply could not resist ordering the deviled eggs a dish I hold in high regard. When they arrived, they were extraordinarily fresh, beautifully presented, and utterly divine in every respect. From the pristine preparation and captivating atmosphere to Mari's standout service, Peacock Garden is an absolute triumph. Five stars without hesitation I shall most certainly be returning

We went with some friends for dinner. We are doing the AbC's dinner club and we picked this…read morerestaurant for the letter "B" We had reservations, inside was nice, the first thing that caught my eye was the cakes!!!! They have an amazing selection! The service was good, the food was great. I did the 3 courses menu for $45 and it was worth it. I had the salmon stuffed with crab, salad and rum cake, everything was delicious! They have a selection of cocktails too. I highly recommend it!

While seeking an exceptional dining destination in Southbank this evening, I happened upon BB's,…read moreand it proved to be an absolute culinary triumph! Arrival was effortless thanks to their convenient parking options. Stepping inside, I was immediately enchanted by the ambiance. While unassuming at first glance, the decor is exquisitely appointed, featuring a charming bar area alongside a breathtaking display of artisanal cakes and delicate treats. The venue is pristine, elegant, and impeccably maintained. The hospitality was top-tier from start to finish. My server, Evan, was remarkably gracious, attentive, and ensured I was seated comfortably, making the entire experience feel thoroughly luxurious. To unwind after a long day, I ordered an Espresso Martini, which was mixed to sheer perfection smooth, rich, and an absolute delight. For my main dish, I selected the Duck Wonton Napoleon, which was nothing short of divine. The flavors were sophisticated, beautifully balanced, and executed with real skill. From the pristine cleanliness and chic decor to the stellar service from Evan and exquisite cuisine, BB's earns full marks. A thoroughly marvelous evening I shall most certainly be returning

City Grille & Raw Bar is easily one of my top 3 spots in Jacksonville. I've been here several times…read moreand it's ALWAYS a pleasant experience. The food, the service, the romantic atmosphere they never miss. First off, Faith is MY GIRL She's amazing and always takes such good care of us. This visit we did the caviar service and oysters from Washington and YUMMM. So fresh! I also really loved that they sell Veuve Clicquot by the glass instead of only by the bottle you honestly rarely see that and I thought it was such a nice touch. For dinner, I had the Chilean sea bass with risotto and OMG... I LOVE risotto and this dish was everything. Perfectly cooked, flavorful, comforting, just sooo good. For dessert we had the banana foster with an espresso martini and it was the perfect ending to dinner. One thing about this place it's kind of hidden next to a gas station, so you could easily miss it but honestly the best spots always are.

The evening began perfect. The hostess was pleasant and our two servers pleasant and attentive…read more We started with cocktails, salads and then to our main course. The purple Murray was refreshing- gin, st Germaine & lemon juice garnished with mint and lemon rind. All salads were fresh & crunchy from the Caesar with a crisp Parmesan wafer , The beet & kale with goat cheese & mandarins to the classic wedge. We should and stopped there. All our main entrees were loaded with salt. 1)- NY strip with shrimp and an order of sautéed spinach... the steak cooked perfect and tasty. The shrimp were grilled and salty as for the spinach it was bathed in salt. I had to return it but the second was less salty but still over salted. 2)The crab cakes were salty. 3)The blackened fish special over risotto was loaded with salt. The entire party of 4 felt our dinner entrees were over salted. Unfortunately we don't think we would return. This was a difficult review to write.

I totally recommend the banging shrimp appetizer! If you are looking for something with a spicy-but…read morenot too spicy-and creamy seafood dish. You definitely have to go with this one! Need something healthy? The fresh catch with seared green beans is a go to! Service is great and they are very diligent about keeping your drinks topped off Place is always clean... this goes for the restroom as well. In my opinion, this place is underrated and definitely a go to especially in the Regency area.

We came here for Mother's Day and I made a reservation just in case it was crazy. The parking lot…read morehad a lot of cars but inside was not packed so that worked out for us. With that, we were led to a window booth near the front of the restaurant. There was great debate over what we should have for an app but we both compromised on the Conch Fritters with Bacon Habanero Pepper Jam. We got a side of tartar sauce as well as Mom's not that adventurous. These were really good. For entrees, I got their Fresh Catch Entree and I chose the Trigger Fish (also comes with Smoked Mushrooms, Sundried Tomatoes, Lemon Basil Beurre Blanc, Herbed Jasmine Rice, and Bacon Sherry Charred Green Beans). I hadn't had that in a long time. I don't care much for white fish but this is one that I enjoy eating. Presentation was great and the taste was amazing. Mom got the Cajun Shrimp Pasta (Fettuccine, Sundried Tomatoes, Spinach, Mushrooms, Cajun Parmesan Cream Sauce, and Herb Toasted Panko). She enjoyed her entree and they gave her a pretty good size portion. The only thing she wasn't a fan of was the sundried tomatoes. Nothing wrong with them, she just doesn't like the texture. Our server was really awesome and kept checking in with us to see if we needed anything why also handling the larger parties coming through the door. We can honestly say that we're glad we visited in person instead of doing takeout and will definitely be back again.

Went on a lunch break from the Wellness Summit (FSCJ Downtown Campus) ... glad it's close by! The…read morebrick mortar location was closed, but the food truck was in the lot next to it. Turns out there was a pipe burst and they had to vacate the location, hoping to get back into it. Nonetheless, they took care of their patrons. Food was fresh and crispy! Didn't exexpect that since it was so quick! And it wasn't drenched in oil, like some places. Very pleased! Went with the Shrimp and fried okra combo. Sooooooo good! They didn't have any specialty sauces available, but they did have hot sauce. Lucky for me, I like hot sauce. And the small hawaiian roll to accompany it, perfect sweet treat to tie it all together. Thanks to Starvin Like Marvin, I was no longer starving. Hehe. It was my first meal all day! My day started at 6am, so this was a great delight at 1230pm! Definitely go check them out! It's worth it!

ordered the red snapper, shrimp, and fries with their signature juice. I gave a 20% tip and…read moreappreciated that the food was freshly cooked. Unfortunately, the food was very salty, and some of the shrimp still had the dark intestinal tract ("black line") attached. I only ate a few bites before having to return to work. About 30 minutes later, I developed diarrhea and had to spend about 20 minutes in the bathroom. I called the restaurant to request a refund because I barely ate any of the food, but I was told they were not at fault because they had been in business for 14 years. I understand that it can be difficult to determine what caused a stomach issue, but I was disappointed with how my concern was handled. I'm now throwing away most of the meal, losing the money I spent, and leaving unsatisfied with both the food and customer service. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this experience.

The restaurant was a nice buzz of conversation and a varied mix of music with indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. Parking is limited, so be aware. I attended a social gathering with @nicetomeetsocial where a curated group of people gather to get to meet and converse. It was pretty cool! I ordered the flounder Florentine with a chive & Brie sauce, steamed vegetables and mashed potatoes. Not pictured was my appetizer of fried green tomatoes with goat cheese...a first for me. The FGT were ok and a bit under seasoned, but the flounder and that sauce were great! Silky, creamy and tender! Our server was very kind and checked on us without hovering. Charity was helpful in offering suggestions, as well. Over all it was fun, good company and food. The parking leaves a lot to be desired where you're more than likely going to park along the street away from the restaurant.

I'd give it 5 stars but I felt they interpreted was a bit dirty…read more Food was great! Service was fabulous. Suggestions: sweep and mop the floors - deep scrub needed. Do this before you open in the morning. The inside window sills were filthy. Not very appetizing. I will come back.

In my opinion, I feel like it's better crowd places in the neighborhood. I feel like one of the…read moreworst things that happened to this establishment is that viral on social media. And the quality of the food just went down. It looks nice on camera but once you get home, the food is flavorless. But I can't say that the service is pretty fast and they get the customers in and out and a decent amount of time. The crabs that I had just taste like they were smothering butter, but the crabs themselves were flavorless.

Last week was my first visit to this crab house. I was pleased with the garlic crab combo I had…read more The crabs were fresh, service was fast and you choose your spice level. I ordered two blue crab trays and one shrimp combo tray. I'm not big on garlic crabs but I intend to return this weekend.

This establishment should not be listed as a restaurant because it is takeout only. It is…read moremisleading to the consumer looking for a restaurant should be listed on the market or takeout only.

This was such a pleasant little gem to come across! It's a tiny hole in the wall, no room for…read moredine-in. But service was great and the food was delicious! A nice full plate of shrimp, egg, corn, and potato for $13! You can't beat it! You can even adjust spice level. They have a bunch of other seafood offerings too. I will definitely be back.

I saw that the Island Girl Seafood truck was nearby and I went over to see what they offered…read more Having been unfamiliar with them, I did a quick yelp search and reviewed their paper menu. I ended up ordering the coconut shrimp, which the person who took my order said was one of their specialties and I added on the coconut hush puppies. Given that they had a huge sign saying that their cheese balls were amazing, I grabbed an order the mozzarella ones as well. I must admit that I was a little confused as to why a seafood place was selling cheese balls...but, oh well, I love fried cheese. I was told that since I hadn't placed my order online ahead of time, as I didn't know that was an option, my order would take 52 minutes. I was given a time to return to the truck. Nearly an hour wait is a long time for truck food. I tend to think of food trucks as a great go-to for a quick meal. I mean, even an hour wait in a restaurant for food is a ridiculously long time. Nevertheless, I agreed and paid. My order was ready right on time! I was able to skip the line when I arrived back there and received their text and everything was correct when I checked the boxes before leaving. Nearly everything was also overly fried including the french fries which were dark in color, hard, and difficult to eat. The shrimp were large and nicely breaded and they had a good flavor to them. But the coconut hush puppies were burnt in places and had no appreciable seasoning or flavor aside from coconut pieces. I guess I was expecting the usual spices in a hush puppy with the addition of coconut. And the cheese "balls" were melted discs of breading around some of the cheese. They were still edible but not what was advertised. I remember trying a brie ball from Nomi's Cheese Bar at Gastrofest years ago and what I got was much more successful back then (see pic). It looks like these companies have merged or perhaps they are the same folks?!?! The issues on the night that I went may have been because of the crowd or because their oil temperature was too high. I wish I had tried something that didn't require a fryer to be able to better asses their flavors. This truck seems to have potential but I just didn't have a great experience, particularly given the relatively high costs of the food.

Island Grill Seafood was a sight for sore eyes in my neighborhood last week. We have been blessed…read morewith some yummy food trucks during these strange times. And thankfully neighbors are praticing social distancing. They had prepared food and placed it on a table so you could see what you were buying before ordering. I chose the fried haddock and coconut hush puppies. Both were deliscious! First, the coconut hush puppies were unlike anything I had ever tried. I love coconut, and these puppies packed a huge amount! They were big in size so I only ate one with dinner. Plus the dipping sauce was a perfect pairing with the coconut. I shared the order of four with my niece. The haddock exceeded my expectations! The piece of fish was huge so I split it into two meals. The fish was flaky and the batter was nice and thin how I like it. And packed with yummy flavor! I heated the remainder on my baking stone the next day and it was oh so good. I will most definitely try another meal when Island Girl pops up in my neighborhood again!