Everything was amazing - food, service, and ambiance. We were there for Sunday brunch. I got the…read moreBread Pudding French Toast and my husband got the Lobster Eggs Benedict. Both were delicious and the presentations were impressive. Our server was Brett S. and he was top notch. So accommodating. Would definitely go back again.

Wonderful lunch at River & Post with great service and delicious food... as expected. Our waiter…read moreZack was very attentive and made sure our glasses were full the entire time. One of our meals wasn't exactly what we had hoped and he exchanged it quickly and without complaint to something delicious. We also got desserts to take home and they did not disappoint! It's such a great place to come. It's very relaxing, great location, particularly the views from the rooftop. It may be a little bit pricey, but once in a while, it's a fun thing to treat yourself.

First time eating there. Ordered the Salmon and Grits and it was on point. Perfectly cooked and…read moreseasoned well. I will be back.

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.

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

Delicious bbq. Husband and I enjoyed going to their Jacksonville Beach location but took the 30…read moreminute drive to have some yummy bbq. We were happy to make the drive! I got pull pork sandwich, Mac and cheese, French fries and baked beans. My husband got 10 chicken wings, turkey and sausage along with cold slaw and baked beans. We ordered way too much food but now have leftovers for tomorrow!

Haven't been here in a few years. Was unimpressed when they were at their old location, and this…read morevisit really wasn't any different. Happy hour beer was thoroughly disappointing. Smaller price, but smaller beer. Pic attached represents what was handed to me before I took a sip - stingy and flat. Got the burnt ends and jalapeño poppers for an appetizer, and the wings for dinner. Burt ends were delicious, smoky and flavorful. However, poppers and wings were pretty bland. They could have used more seasoning. It's an ok place and definitely very popular. Lots of after work traffic dropping in. I just don't get the appeal of a happy hour short on pour and bland bbq. But hey, it's just my taste and opinions.

I stopped in for dinner during happy hour and ordered the shrimp po'boy with shoestring fries. The…read moresandwich was spot on -- fresh and warm, with Cajun-seasoned shrimp that were perfectly cooked. The bread was soft and slightly sweet, which paired beautifully with the blackened spiced shrimp. Fries were flavorful though a bit thicker than expected for "shoestring," but still enjoyable. I paired it with Pinot Noir (1/2 off for happy hour!) and wrapped up the evening with strawberry and cream macarons -- a sweet, refreshing finish. Service was casual and welcoming. My server was friendly and personable. It felt easygoing yet professional, exactly the kind of service you want for a laid-back evening. The ambiance is modern rustic -- think wood accents, darker tones, and even a pig ceiling accent that adds some charm. Happy hour prices make it a great entry point if you're curious to try the menu. Overall, I've been here several times, and the consistency keeps me coming back: quality food, warm service, and an atmosphere that's lively without being overwhelming. Highly recommend, especially for a casual dinner or happy hour.

We recently had dinner at Bellwether. They're on the northwest corner of Laura & Forsyth, downtown…read more This was our second time there but the second time for both of us eating there as we dipped in previously for me to eat when my wife had eaten elsewhere beforehand. We started with the Korean Fried Broccoli and we both had mixed feelings about it. We liked the overall taste but we both expected the breading to be far more crispy than it was. Having never tried it before, that could very well be how it's meant to be but when we see "Korean Fried", we are thinking crispy. Again, it wasn't bad, just not what we expected. I ordered the Steak Frites for my entree, which I ordered medium rare. Let me start by saying that the cook on the steak was perfect and I REALLY liked the fries and the seasoning on them. However, I was really surprised by how tough the the steak was. I mean, really tough. I liked parts of it but found it hard to enjoy most of it. My wife ordered the Sheep Style Smash Burger. She thought it was a good smash burger and the "sheep sauce" was a nice take on 1000 Island. She liked the potato bun and she really liked her fries as well. So it seems her entree was more of a success than mine. It's worth noting that our server Maya was fantastic. She added a lot to our enjoyment of the evening. Our server the first time was awesome too and I liked my entee (short rib) a LOT more. So we'll stop in again to try some other things eventually.

Whenever I visit Jax I always look forward to real BBQ. Usually I visit another favorite but this…read moretime my sister and I decided to try out The Butt Hutt for the first time. We came in on a Wednesday evening. We asked about the menu and were told at the counter that it was Wing Wednesday and the wings were $1 each. Well how could we not add those onto our order. We ordered a Burnt Ends platter with mac and cheese, and corn nuggets, a Brisket Platter with corn nuggets and beans. We also ordered a large mac for my son and a side of lean brisket. For the wings we ordered the Cajun ranch. Our food started coming out in about 5 minutes. Firstly, I was shocked at the wings. I love wings, but they aren't something I usually order often as I find them just OK. There are only a couple places that I visit specifically for wings. Well, let me tell you, I would make a visit back just for these wings. OMG, the Cajun ranch was simply amazing, really addictive. They were my favorite item. We devoured them. The burnt ends were very good. I appreciate they are big chunks of brisket with no pull pork filler. The flavor was amazing as well and the bits of fat melted in our mouth. The corn nuggets were fine and the Mac N Cheese was quite tasty. We enjoyed the meal so much, were were trying to figure out somewhere for a family lunch the next Sunday and came back again. This time my sister, son and I brought my dad. We of course ordered more wings and burnt ends and brisket with lots of Mac N Cheese. The food really is something special. The wings are absolutely wonderful and the burnt ends are a hit. This is definitely one of my new favorite restaurants and will always be on my list of visits to enjoy when I come back to Jax.

I'm not even a huge BBQ fan and this is one of my favorite restaurants in Jacksonville. Highly…read morerecommended. - Lou Sassle

Spliff's Gastropub is now one of my favorite places, very comfortable and chill. We went on a…read moreSaturday night around 9:45/10pm. Service was outstanding, big shout out to Kat, our server/bartender. She gave excellent recommendations on what to get for dinner. We have talked about the food every day since going and can't wait to go back! P.S- The grilled onions are SO good. I would eat them straight out of a bowl, like chips, if that was an option!

My husband wake and bake burger was good I took some bites because my dish was a disaster…read more :( I ordered a steak sandwich and the steak was so chewy like bad bad it was so hard to chew and enjoy the sandwich the cheese and the habanero aioli was great but the steak had to be cooked frozen or super bad quality it was not worth the money the lettuce felt old you know how lettuce gets soggy after a while ? And tomatoes did to ... my husband brought me the food to the hospital it's 5 mins away it's not like it sat anywhere I just don't recommend it . It's too pricey for the quality of food you can probably get fresher food from Wendy's

We came for the rooftop show--and ended up staying for dinner!…read more We started our night at the Comedy & Chaos Rooftop Show at the Southbank Hotel, and it did not disappoint! Between the Red Flag Bingo, "Tinder Bio or Made Up?", and the hilarious blind dating segment, we were cracking up the entire time. It was the perfect mix of comedy, games, and a little bit of chaos (in the best way). Whether you're single, dating, or just looking for a fun night out--this show delivers. Afterward, we headed downstairs to Southbank Johnnie's for a late dinner and were pleasantly surprised by how good everything was! I ordered a Pepsi and my husband got a Dos Equis. We split the Double Smashburger and added bacon, grilled mushrooms, and onions--so good. We also tried the Chicken Confetti pasta, which was creamy, colorful, and packed with flavor. If you're a pasta lover, definitely give it a try. At first the service at the bar was very slow. Our drink order was taken, but it took us asking a few more times before we actually got them. But after that, everything was fine. It was late at night and close to closing so I wouldn't hold it against them.

A lot of improvement potential, to be a Bonvoy property/restaurant that rates 4 stars or greater…read more Food menu, preparation of food, quality of ingredients, there's gaps. Servers want to do a good job, just lack of leadership and disorganized. Knowing they're new to the Bonvoy family, big runway for improvement.

Service is always top-notch every time we come here! And since we almost always have the dogs with…read moreus, I love that they get a little extra love too! We decided to order from their fall menu this time, and I got the Godfather Breakfast--it seriously hit all the flavor notes I needed today! So good and definitely satisfying! I was really hoping to try the pumpkin donuts, but unfortunately they were sold out. I guess that just gives me another reason to come back soon! Sam was our server and was super attentive, making sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. Great food, great service, and always a great experience!

Taco Man Wedo here! Food Discoveries and more . . …read more Good day, friends and cheers! I'm long overdue and need to get caught up on my reviews from being on vacation. I was recently in Jacksonville, Florida and I always like to search for the best breakfast, brunch and coffee spots on my trips. I was in search for some good healthy home style food for breakfast and First Watch popped up on my search as one of the top places. My lovely wife, son and I went here our second day and let me tell you, it was fantastic! We ended up going here three times overall on our trip. We had to come here one last time before heading to the Airport to come back home to reality our last day. Unfortunately, something happened to all the photos except the wonderful fresh squeezed juice photos you see here, which I highly recommend. Very refreshing. Furthermore, two out of the three times we came to this establishment, it was around brunch time so I ordered the Monterey Club and paired it with delicious homemade Tomato Basil soup. It is mmmm good and for dipping that excellent sandwich in this classic. The MONTEREY CLUB features: Turkey, bacon, avocado, organic mixed greens, tomato, Monterey Jack and mayo on sourdough. I recommend getting the sandwich on grilled Parmesan sourdough. It takes the sandwich to another level with a nice buttery cheese crunch. The day I came for breakfast, the 2nd time, the service lacked quality. However, I ordered the Trifecta Breakfast. The eggs were cooked perfectly over easy, just the way I like it. The Chicken Apple Sausage Patties tasted homemade and very tasty and the Belgium waffle was fluffy. A big hit for me. The atmosphere is very welcoming and the place is very clean. The Host/Hostess greets you right away. I knew right away this was going to be a big hit because we went between breakfast and lunch and it was packed. It is not too loud in here and you can have some nice conversations while feeling you have privacy. My Rating Scale: Taste -***** Price/value -***** Service -**** Cleanliness -***** Atmosphere -***** Overall = 4.8 rating This place gets 5 stars on Yelp. I highly recommend it. Their service was not very good the second time we went. If so, they would have received a perfect score. Brief History: First Watch entered the market in the Jacksonville area in August of 2011 and has 10 locations to date since its inception. First Watch gets its nautical name from the first shift of the day on a ship. Because they only operate during daytime hours, they've pioneered a unique economic model in the restaurant industry, closing every afternoon to improve their workers' quality of life. Cheers and God bless you!

While enjoying a weekend getaway in Jacksonville, we happened upon Uptown Kitchen & Bar--and it…read moreturned out to be a great find! We ordered the shrimp and gouda grits, fried green tomatoes, crab cakes, and a couple of brunch cocktails. The shrimp and grits were beautifully presented, creamy, flavorful, and covered in a rich sauce that brought everything together. The fried appetizers were golden, crispy, and paired perfectly with the dipping sauces. Our cocktails were just as enjoyable--colorful, refreshing, and the perfect addition to brunch. Uptown Kitchen & Bar was a delicious surprise during our getaway. If you're in Jacksonville and looking for a good brunch spot with flavorful food and fun drinks, it's definitely worth stopping by!

We came here on Sunday July 26th and there was a 25 minute wait which wasn't bad because it was jam…read morepacked inside. We thought for sure they would make us sit outside in that heat but we got a decent table inside towards middle. We arrived there about 11:40am and table was ready at noon we sat at the table after host seated us for 40 mins before even being offered water or anything. Our waiter (Nicole). Came to table when we first arrived just to tell us she would be with us shortly just for us to wait almost an hour. ATP we are starved and super thirsty. 12:38 she came to table to say "I'll be wit y'all in a few" and looked back to see the table behind us was her table too but came after us. So she finally took our order after realizing we were still waiting patiently. The food came out within 15-18 mins and was fresh. We had no complaints on the food at all other than my grits was a little lumpy. But still a great flavor. Everytime our waiter came back she seemed to be irritated or frustrated, but you shouldn't take that out on the customers specifically ones who have been nothing but kind. After we finished eating she brung a payment book with one receipt and said "is it ok that it's all on one receipt?" But it was more like she was telling us and didn't ask before hand and didn't even let us answer. She sat the receipt down and just walked out as we were answering. We planned to have 3 different checks because we were going separate ways. I called the manager over and he fixed it immediately and apologized for that. Some people just don't need to work in customer service. I get people have bad days but that was a bad experience for our first time there. Everyone else was super sweet except her. Atleast our food was good. Her customer service is definitely a 4/10. Even the table behind us was upset and requested a refund on the food. I would definitely go back just wouldn't want her as a server!