50 Best Cocktail Bars in Jacksonville

“Written to “Billionaire” by Travis McCoy (feat Bruno Mars)

I wanna go back to Bellweather so freaking bad
Try all of the things I never had
Order a Bellweather Burger and start with poutine
Lovin Korean fried Broccoli

Oh, every time I close my eyes
I think about the shoestring fries, yeah
A different entree every night, oh, I swear
Jacksonville foodies should prepare to try Bellwether

Yeah, if I had a show like Oprah, I would be sure to boast of
Drinks all A-list, just tell ‘em your preference
Got a museum or a show downtown you wanna hit?
Stop here before for apps, dinner and liquid libations
Came here before the symphony, had a chicken sandwich
And last but not least, crispy potato side dish“

“Cute little dinning experience. Had the short rib and boyfriend had the schnitzel. And we weren’t sure what to think about fried bananas but omg amazing… not mushy- I would 10/10 recommend!“

“Lobster pimento cheese! Snapper was great too. Ambience is even better.“

“We were looking for a place to have Brunch and a lady outside of the restaurant gave us a Menu and invited us to enter. She took care of us and recommended The Scallops, the huevos rancheros, and the ribeye, we really enjoyed a wonderful meal, the atmosphere and the kind waitress. We can not wait to try other dishes“

“The ambience in this restaurant is just fabulous. The vibe is pleasant and everyone seems happy to be there. My only complaint is how loud it is. They really don't need music playing from randomly placed speakers all over the place when the acoustics are already very poor. I had to ask them to turn off the speaker near me because between the table near me talking loudly and the music, it was uncomfortable.

The dish I got was just ok; tofu and vegetables. It really needing something to make it all not so mushy and bland. My husband had coconut shrimp which was ok too.

Our server, Ashley, was fabulous. And the robot is pretty awesome too. For the price of their items, though, they need to take it up a notch with the quality of the food.“

“My favorite place!!!! Truly a five star dive bar with such a great atmosphere. Everyone makes you feel welcome and apart of the family.“

“Super cool place! The drinks were unique and amazing. Mike, Jordan and Liam are exceptional hosts and I can’t wait to go back.“

“Late night spot to shoot dollar games of pool with your friends or new friends you meet up there same people have been going there for 20 years super friendly very trustworthy place . A must place to try great music and you can play whatever song youd like aswell.“

“Tina is a great server and the foods is very good and plentiful. Enjoyed the experience!“

“Love Dante's Place, it's our favorite neighborhood hangout spot! Whether you're looking for local music, great food and atmosphere, or a place for a quick drink, Dante's Place has it all! Big shoutout to Dante himself for sharing his awesome place for us to enjoy! Highly recommend!“

“What an experience!!! Great food, great c/s, the atmosphere, is definitely different to the southern realm. I will definitely return, first visit was Sunday, I'm back Wed. It's a must try.“

“I always come here to see and be seen! The drinks are expertly crafted. Why not? Very cool 😎 place. Small tasting menu rocks.“

“We were on our way to another restaurant when we saw the NOW OPEN sign and decided to stop. So glad we did! The restaurant is gorgeous, the people are welcoming, kind, and attentive. The food is beautiful and delicious! The margs are big and so good! I can't wait to go back.“

“Amazing staff, wonderful ambiance, the most delicious espresso martinis and food! My family and I evacuated to Jacksonville from hurricane Milton and the staff made my night. I went there a ball of nerves and left feeling grateful for the amazing experience. Thank you to Jessica and your staff!! ~Christina from Seminole“

“Had a very nice date night dinner. Staff was very friendly and food was delicious! Will definitely be back!“

“Some of the best Indian food I have had in Jacksonville! Be careful though, they do not play around with spice if you ask for it to be spicy😅“

“Hardwicks is a hella good time! We had a private party there last month and everyone from the owner, to the event manager, to the bartenders were absolutely phenomenal! The drinks are delicious and the atmosphere is warm, welcoming and chic! I can’t wait to go back to attend a show! Thank you for making our party a success! ❤️‍🔥“

“A great spin on traditional sushi. We loved every dish served. The all you can eat is a great option to try the menu items. Service was fast and friendly. We had a great date night. Definitely worth a trip! Tampa restaurant“

“Family tried this place 2 weeks ago and have been back 3 more times. The ribs are seasoned great and fall off the bone delicious 🤤 Everything is good portions and made good southern style. They were so great with my Aunt’s birthday dinner party with 17 people in the party“

“We enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. This was our visit and we’ll definitely be back!“

“We loved DOMU!! We really like ramen and we have had it multiple times in multiple cities, the one from domu was really in my top favorite! We got the Yuzu ramen and the curry ramen. I am not a huge fan of strong broth, which is why I really loved the yuzu ramen... so flavourful and light! The curry was also very good, the medium spicy was quite hot, but really great taste.
We really appreciated the service and the decor, pretty modern and full of plants! We will go back soon!!“

“Claire was awesome“

“Such an amazing spot! The staff were super friendly, the food was amazing! Definitely a 10/10! One must try it out!!!🥰🥰🥰“

“Five Stars!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“Went tonight first time at new place. Food was even better than old place. If we don't order through Grub Hub will definitely go in person“

“Great place to chill for the night“

“Great food, dessert, and mocktails!!!!😋😋😋Love the music and vibe for meet ups with friends, family and date night💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽Thank you to our wonderful waitress Daphne H. for the great recommendations and service 🥰🥰🥰“

“I had the liver and onion with a gouda grits oh my God I found myself dancing in my chair“

“I love this location. so happy went there with friends on Sat night and we had a blast. the manager is always so super sweet. took care of us and everyone food was good.“

“I visited this hookah lounge on Saturday with my friend, and we had an incredible experience! The ambiance was perfect—relaxing, stylish, and inviting. Our server, Arsi, was absolutely amazing! He was attentive, friendly, and ensured we had everything we needed to enjoy our evening.
The hookah flavors were top-notch, smooth, and long-lasting, and the overall service was impeccable. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a great spot to unwind with friends. Can’t wait to come back!“

“I love Myth! Their staff is always so nice and accommodating. The intimate setting of the club side is something you need to experience. You feel connected to the dj being so close! Plus, the outside seating let's you rest your bones so you can keep the night going. The bartenders and security are some of the nicest people I've met in the club scene. 10/10!“

“Been here a few times, LOVE LOVE silent disco so fun!“

“My party of 4 ordered the Whole Hog for $48. You get 4 sides and the meats. It was weird getting 3 Ribs so one of us had to do without a rib. The presentation of the platter of meat for the Hog was sloppy. Our server Vic. S. Was very pleasant but had to ask her for drink refills and plates for the Whole Hog.“

“The vibe of Dos Gatos was really cool. It actually didn’t seem like it would have amazing cocktails. But boy was I pleasantly surprised! The bartender made great drinks and they had a really expensive menu with great drink options. The espresso martini had lots of foam and a great taste!“

“Great drinks and great customer service.“

“I have been a bartender for 31 years. I’m 49 years old. I can tell everyone how mind blown impressed I am about, how spotless clean this bar is. I have literally talked about it the 3 hrs I have been here.
Brandon and Holly was simply amazeing.
I am a tough one to impress and I’m over impressed.
The owner and manager of Sherwoods I give so much respect to.
U are holding down a diamond in the ruff. I promise u all my years behind the bar, u got a great thing going here.“

“Excellent venue to hang with locals. Great service and local live music!“

“Tiny venue so you are up close and personal with the band. No more than 20 feet from the stage to the back of the viewing area. Amazing to see bands that close!“

“Strong drinks 😉 Great atmosphere“

“Great times. Come hang out“

“Excellent venue to hang with locals. Great service and local live music!“

“Good food and drinks very friendly.“

“Delicious food and love the outdoor setting“

“Excellent servers and bartenders.Food is nice and I love this atmosphere“

“Listen I did not know this little hidden gem was right up the street from where me and my husband live, we decided to stop at the laundromat and do a couple of loads of laundry and noticed this place next door and was like, let's go check it out, Ms. Gina. I believe she is. The owner, greeted us very pleasantly... We ordered three fried chicken beans and rice plates & two banana colas... We were the only customers at that time. So the place was empty. Her attitude was quite friendly and refreshing. The atmosphere What's pleasant? The food was amazing. The chicken, even though it looked dried out. Trust me, when I tell you. It was very juicy & well-seasoned... The coleslaw. Was amazing. I wish I could have had a lot more than that. L o l I started to go back and ask her to do me a pint of it... Sometimes you have to get out and explore your neighborhood. The food reminds me of straight-home cooking, which is refreshing. That means a lot coming for me. I don't eat out because I am very picky. We'll be paying, Ms. Gina. A visit again... So if you guys are ever on the west side of Jacksonville, go check her out, you won't be disappointed... For 3 plates & two banana colas plus tip..it was $43“

“All around good time drinks and some Prettiest ladies in the city and surrounding counties“

“The place to be...House of Hookahs-Wednesday-Friday 6-10, great food, drinks and hookah specials! Miami Nights on Thursdays with the “Duvalrican” DJSway, Fridays and Saturdays with more of the hottest DJ’s in Jacksonville...And Sundays Fun Day...can’t say I didn’t warn you and you miss out! All roads lead to SB LOUNGE! Come check us out...“

“excelente servicio y la comida super rica. voy cada vez que puedo.“

“Awesome speakeasy back room“