Cindy's Guidebook
Food scene
Restaurants we recommend in the area
Our closest restaurant. Has amazing breakfast/brunch. They also serve dinner.
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The Local
301 Atlantic BlvdOur closest restaurant. Has amazing breakfast/brunch. They also serve dinner.
Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Great local spot.
89 personas locales recomiendan
Metro Diner
3302 Hendricks AveFeatured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Great local spot.
Comfort food with a modern twist
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Maple Street Biscuit Company- San Marco
2004 San Marco BlvdComfort food with a modern twist
From their website: With a menu inspired by fresh, layered flavors, using seasonal ingredients from local farms and artisan purveyors, Chef Tom Gray’s intimate restaurant, Town Hall, is a community spot for sharing good food and good drink in good company.
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Town Hall Restaurant Jacksonville
2012 San Marco BlvdFrom their website: With a menu inspired by fresh, layered flavors, using seasonal ingredients from local farms and artisan purveyors, Chef Tom Gray’s intimate restaurant, Town Hall, is a community spot for sharing good food and good drink in good company.
From Google: Relaxed locale with a hip vibe offering modern French cuisine & long list of unique craft cocktails.
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Rue Saint Marc
2103 San Marco BlvdFrom Google: Relaxed locale with a hip vibe offering modern French cuisine & long list of unique craft cocktails.
From Google: Contemporary & elegant option for innovative New American dishes plus an impressive wine list.
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Matthew's Restaurant
2107 Hendricks AveFrom Google: Contemporary & elegant option for innovative New American dishes plus an impressive wine list.
The Bearded Pig
1808 Kings AvenueSouthern BBQ Joint and Beer Garden
From Google: Casual chain for Southern fare serving Texas-style favorites among live jazz tunes & a funky vibe.
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MOJO Bar-B-Que, A Southern Blues Kitchen
1607 University Boulevard WestFrom Google: Casual chain for Southern fare serving Texas-style favorites among live jazz tunes & a funky vibe.
Jax family-owned restaurant providing award-winning food, beer selection and service for more than 35 years.
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European Street Cafe
1704 San Marco BlvdJax family-owned restaurant providing award-winning food, beer selection and service for more than 35 years.
Neighborhoods
From Google: The quaint San Marco area centers on its leafy namesake square, a lively hub with indie boutiques and casual eateries serving brunch, pizza and ice cream. Chic bistros and trendy bars dot surrounding streets. The art deco San Marco Theatre shows art-house movies and new releases, and rock bands play at intimate venue Jack Rabbits Live. The neighborhood is also known for its old riverfront mansions.
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San Marco
From Google: The quaint San Marco area centers on its leafy namesake square, a lively hub with indie boutiques and casual eateries serving brunch, pizza and ice cream. Chic bistros and trendy bars dot surrounding streets. The art deco San Marco Theatre shows art-house movies and new releases, and rock bands play at intimate venue Jack Rabbits Live. The neighborhood is also known for its old riverfront mansions.
From Google: Five Points is a hip residential neighborhood known for its bohemian cluster of vintage shops and eclectic eateries. There's an art-house movie theater on Park Street, while King Street has lively bars and gastropubs serving craft beer. By the river, the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens displays international artwork spanning millennia, and features a series of formal gardens including the azalea-filled Italian Garden.
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Five Points
1053 Park StFrom Google: Five Points is a hip residential neighborhood known for its bohemian cluster of vintage shops and eclectic eateries. There's an art-house movie theater on Park Street, while King Street has lively bars and gastropubs serving craft beer. By the river, the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens displays international artwork spanning millennia, and features a series of formal gardens including the azalea-filled Italian Garden.
The Shoppes of historic Avondale is nestled in the heart of Jacksonville's Avondale neighborhood. Home to a wonderful collection of locally-owned businesses, in a friendly, walkable, tree-lined setting.
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The Shoppes Of Historic Avondale
3620 St Johns AveThe Shoppes of historic Avondale is nestled in the heart of Jacksonville's Avondale neighborhood. Home to a wonderful collection of locally-owned businesses, in a friendly, walkable, tree-lined setting.
St Johns Town Center
4663 River City DrUpscale open-air mall
Sightseeing
Close to San Marco square, a great spot to watch the sunset and sometimes see dolphins.
Riverfront Park
Laverne StreetClose to San Marco square, a great spot to watch the sunset and sometimes see dolphins.
Across the river but another nice park option for a picnic or people watching
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Parque Memorial
1620 Riverside AveAcross the river but another nice park option for a picnic or people watching
Zoológico y Jardines de Jacksonville
370 Zoo PkwyArboreto y Jardines de Jacksonville
1445 Millcoe RdWe’re about a 25 minute drive to the beach. Nearest access point is north off JTB onto 3rd St S (A1A) and east on 37th Ave S where there is neighborhood parking.
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Jacksonville Beach
601 1st St SWe’re about a 25 minute drive to the beach. Nearest access point is north off JTB onto 3rd St S (A1A) and east on 37th Ave S where there is neighborhood parking.
Treaty Oak Park
1207 Prudential DrSports
See the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A Affiliate to the Miami Marlins) from April to September. Inexpensive fun for the whole family!
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Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Baseball Club
301 A Philip Randolph BlvdSee the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A Affiliate to the Miami Marlins) from April to September. Inexpensive fun for the whole family!
TIAA Bank Field
1 EverBank Stadium DrSee the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars
See the Jacksonville Icemen, Sharks, concerts, etc.
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Arena del Memorial de los Veteranos de Jacksonville
300 A Philip Randolph BlvdSee the Jacksonville Icemen, Sharks, concerts, etc.