Restaurants near Downtown Jacksonville

“Brick is an oasis in an otherwise dearth of downtown lunch options. The specials are always on point and varied. The staff is super friendly and very efficient. Doing over 100 lunches daily in this tiny little place without making customers have to wait more than maybe 5 minutes for your food is quite impressive! My only complaint is that I wish they were open on Saturdays so that I don't have to blindly wander the downtown streets in desperate search for a decent lunch.”

“Went here by myself and had a truly relaxing and enjoyable experience. I should have asked for names but the ladies working this morning 2/10/26 were kind and quick. I got the buffalo chicken (good) and open dumpling (phenomenal) options to eat there. Hot and super full! Then I got the crème brûlée option to go for my family and we all loved it. Overall for three picks and a coke plus tip it was only 25$ and I felt that was extremely reasonable considering the food amount and service. I will be back!”

“This was the best atmosphere I have ever had by a restaurant and server. I'm still a young 77 yrs old. I have never had a server better then Haley was Monday night on 23MAR26. Our twin g-daughters turned 18 and wanted a family gathering at P F Changs. It was 11 people and she couldn't do enough for us. I am a 100% disabled veteran on an electric scooter and she arranged tables to make it a perfect evening. I would hire Haley to come serve our holiday meals because this is a tough bunch and they weren't all there. Please recognize Haley and give her a reward and promotion. I have sailed the Seven Seas and have never been served or treated this well. This is from Asia Europe South America & the Middle East. Thank Haley for making our granddaughters 18th birthday one I won't forget. Mike Thagard West Beaches Jacksonville FL.”

“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!”

“The food and service was outstanding!! The server noticed that my girlfriend was a little sensitive with the spice level and he brought over some complimentary yogurt and a mango desert!”

“JL’s has been a staple to my Navy family since the early seventies. We moved from Guantánamo Bay Cuba to Jacksonville.. Dad 95 years old and I had another great dinner! Liz, took care of us tonight, she went over and beyond the call of duty! I told her I wanted to get a new t-shirt when we finished dinner. We place our order and next thing I know she brings out several T-shirts for me to choose from! That’s, that extra little touch that goes a long way!”

“As a dairy free Celiac, I can verify that Waffle Cone takes your allergens seriously and their ice cream is delicious! We are spoiled with so many options!”

“Food is amazing, staff is friendly and food was pretty fast”

“Stopped in to scope out a place to take my native born Japanese mother. VERY GOOD FOOD - the tonkatsu ramen was fresh and not overly-salty as other places tend to serve. The chirashi was delicious. Will definitely return!”

“The vibes are on point, the ice cream is delicious and the owner couldn’t be more friendly and welcoming. Everything in this ice cream shop is PERFECT and INTENTIONAL ❤️”

“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”

“This is my grand daughter's favorite place for brunch. Grandma your going to love it! She was right, my first Filipino experience. I can't remember what I had, but I ate it all and sampled her and my Son's entree as well. The food, the atmosphere and the hospitality of Evana will be my go to for my next experience. That garlic choy and spicey vinegar needs to be bottled up and sold. ❤️ me some Purple Roots!!”

“The blueberry bread pudding with goat cheese is delish!!!!! Full Stop! But, the shrimp and grits were perfect too! Shrimp cooked just right and the roux was expertly seasoned. Some of the best food I’ve had in a while! 🤌🏼 Oh, did I mention the friendly and prompt waitstaff? Get there! You won’t be disappointed. 😊”

“Tried tonight for first time..so good!! We had the hummus/pitas then chicken kabob platter with saffron rice & salad, beef tangine with saffron rice. Everything on point, friendly staff and excellent chefs cooking the food!! A definite go to. A++”

“Solid beer selection and love Ryan the bartender!”

“Wonderful restaurant with a varied and unique menu. Their dishes are cooked to perfection and the service is impeccable!”

“We had a group of about 25 people o. Saturday, and the food and service were both top notch. Wiam and Raed jumped in with their crew, and took such good care of our huge group. The food was amazing, and most of us had never been there before, but all said we would be back. We can't thank them enough for hosting us!”

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

“Tikka Bowls and Tacos offers a unique and delicious fusion of Indian and Mexican flavors. The build-your-own bowls and naan tacos are packed with fresh ingredients and bold spices, making each bite flavorful and satisfying. The Chicken Tikka Rice Bowl and Mango Lassi were standout favorites. The service was friendly, and the atmosphere was casual yet inviting. Whether you’re craving Indian flavors with a twist or looking for a fresh, customizable meal, this spot is a must-try! Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

“The food was really delicious and the service was excellent! 100/10”

“I love going to this store/ Rahm, Derica, Fabio and Shiela make sure your delicious food is to your taste and it is good. The staff treats you with excellence. I eat here a lot. The store is imma”

“I rarely enjoy the food and service at restaurants but this was a phenomenal experience. Caroline at the Jax beach location was wonderful waitress. The Red snapper was seasoned to perfection and the price was reasonable(average).would definitely recommend. The accommodations are nothing extra fancy inside but good food and good service.”

“Food was delicious! I got the pad Thai and bf got the curry duck. YUM!”

“It’s a wonderful classic American diner. Special place,breakfast is very, very good. Multiple omelettes to choose from, pancakes. All kinds of good breakfast and lunch menu items to choose from. great Coffee , great service. The people there are really good. That’s what makes the experience better. The owner and the people making it happen are very good people and it’s very affordable for the good quality food and service that you get highly recommended. Don’t miss it. It’s the best place in town in my opinion.”

“Goated hidden gem. Whenever you need a bit of a confidence boost, come here and they’ll welcome you with open arms and a friendly “mami” or “papi”. Great reasonable coffee and fantastic food. Small menu which is all the better.”

“this Carrabba's location has the best food I have ever had. the manager there, Ray, is an awesome fellow. I recommend going there for lunch and dinner. absolutely the most delicious food and wonderful service”

“great great service is great also”

“Excelente comida buen servicio ❤️”