Restaurants in Ponte Vedra Beach

“If you're looking for a top-notch dining experience with incredible drinks and service, you must visit V's Pizza + Julep in Palm Valley. The atmosphere is always welcoming, but the real stars of the show are the people who make it an unforgettable experience. The hand-crafted drinks were absolutely amazing, thanks to the epic bartender, Jon from Key West. His passion for bartending is evident in every cocktail he creates. It's clear he's a true master behind the bar. The excellent customer service from our server, Reese, also made our visit perfect. She was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. Her recommendations were spot on, and she made us feel like valued guests. V's Pizza not only serves fantastic food and drinks, but the team's dedication to their craft and to their customers truly sets them apart. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a truly great experience.”

“We happened to find Poppy’s on Trip Advisor and boy were we delighted. The atmosphere is authentic, food is exceptional and friendly staff. Would highly recommend.”

“The sushi was so wonderful. Fresh , awesome quality, perfectly cooked and seasoned. The Miso soup had a great taste! I recommend Tank's Sushi Bistro in Nocatee to everyone.”

“We have eaten here 3 times now when we come to visit our daughter. Food has been really good every time.the Brussel sprout app is a go to for us! Service has been good with the exception of our 1st time when you had recently opened we had a young boy who kept forgetting everything and our daughter’s water was empty even after asking for a refill. We weren’t too worried about it because we know new places have bumps in the road.”

“Solid BBQ with a very nice bar. Can be a little loud, but also is cozy. Friendly staff and great service.”

“Absolutely wonderful! Attentive service and delicious meals”

“Great experience always. Water is nice to dine by and reasonably priced for good quality food. I didn't like the sound of my sweet potato side dish and asked for risotto thinking I would be charged and they swapped it with no charge or note on the bill just easy.”

“I enjoy going to the Bronx house very much but they have the worst beer selection…just sayin! At least serve Yuengling to have some variety.”

“Excellent food and drinks! Staff was wonderful! Sam and her crew have done an amazing job with the vibe and atmosphere and hospitality!! Congratulations!!❤️”

“Cameron helped me and friend decide what to get it was our first time in and we were overwhelmed. He told us his favorites and let us sample one we wouldn’t have picked, but it ended up being AMAZING! He was so great! So cute, best Acai bowls I’ve ever had!!”

“This is our go to sandwich shop on our way to the beach. Staff are amazing and also happy to discuss the next sandwich option to try. The sandwiches are huge so one is more than enough for myself and my husband to share.”

“Marni is incredible! We typically come twice a week hoping to get Marni. She makes us feel at home, and is an excellent bartender. We always have the BEST experience and time!”

“Chris Wilson at Fresh Monkee made my family the Best smoothie shakes we have ever tried!! I tried the Orange 🍊 Cream.. It was delicious!! My wife loved the Mint cookie and my daughter loved the Coffee buzz!!! Thank you so much!! We will definitely be coming back!!”

“Had pepperoni made fresh from the kitchen,and I gotta say is the best way to kick off a late afternoon here in Jacksonville! Crispy edges on the crust wonderful sauce with the best tasting cheese I ever had! Not only is the food worth the visit the ambiance is great too not only pizza pasta and other authentic Italian staples they have the game going serving up cold drinks to wash it all down These guys are definitely making pizza the right way! Truly one of the best New York cheese pepperoni pies I have ever had! Gotta stop by if you are ever in the area”

“Excellent food! Super friendly staff! 5 starts in every way!!!”

“Exceptional fine fining restaurant! Finest food quality, presentation and service! We loved our server Kat! She is so passionate about what she she does and sure enough she knows every single ingredient in every single dish as she explains each dish with so much passion and detail that you want to order everything!! Medure is a must!!♥️”

“The food was wonderful, our server Nigel was top notch, he made our dining great. The prices were reasonable considering every bite was a treat. This is the best fancy restaurant in Jax. The management and staff worked to make this a dining experience. This will be our new occasion go to spot.”

“Food and service was GREAT!”

“Hands down the absolute best food in Jacksonville, FL”

“Best non dairy ice cream and in all of Jax! Flos is my go to for any vegan or dairy free ice cream:)”

“The best restaurant in Ponte Vedra for breakfast, the service is excellent and the food is exceptional!!”

“Kenzie took great care of us tonight! I tried the watermelon spritz cocktail and the oysters were delicious. Love sitting at the bar. Attentive service, a lot of variety on the menu and good atmosphere”

“Went last night for dinner and everything was outstanding. This is a true Mom and Pop + family business and they were very gracious to have us for the evening. From the Miso Soup, The Chicken Yakitori, the myriad of Handcrafted Sushi Rolls we selected as well as the Stir Fried Rice & Udon Noodles it was all so fresh and flavorful. Chef Kevin runs the show and he will go out of his way to get to know you by name. A true hidden gem in the Shops of St. John’s Oaks. Will be back soon! 👍”

“Always adding something, great homemade flavors, etc”

“This is one of the very best NY/NJ-style pies I’ve had in the greater Jacksonville area. The crust is light, thin, and crispy, and they’ll customize it to your preference. Just as impressive is the hospitality: warm, friendly, and every bit as good as the pizza.”

“As the Celebrations Director of Discovery Villages of Deerwood, i am always looking for good places to take My Residents for their Lunch Outs. M Shack at Town Center was top notch...in every way. From helping each one with their order to Doggy Bags To-go. We had 9 guest visiting. The shake machine was down initially but as soon as it was up, a staff member made sure everyone got their order in and delivered. One gentleman sat at the bar with his beer and the bartender. Wine was enjoyed with the Porta Bello and oh my the loaded tater tots! Burgers were cooked to perfection. And trust me...I work with a very picky crowd! Above all... Royce was such a gentleman and extremely attentive to all of my sweet people. They all raved about our visit all the way home. MShack of Town Center will definitely be at the top of our list! ~ Diana”

“We had a great experience at The Local. Went for Sunday Brunch. They had a good variety of food available on their menu. I had the grouper sandwich grilled with fries. The bread pudding was some of the best I have ever tasted. Enjoyed the live music on the patio. The staff and manager were very nice. Will be returning!”

“what a amazing place, great and delicious food with friendly and very knowledgeable staff. Hands down must be a great management.”

“I always have an amazing time!”

“Coffee, cinnamon rolls, pies, oh my! This place is my new fav. Everything is amazing and service is so good! Shout out to Hannah for being so friendly, and having great recommendations!”

“I’ve never left a Google review before but The Black Pearl and our server Cam, changed that tonight, my wife and I decided to eat here for our 15 year anniversary and were blown away from the moment we entered the establishment, the atmosphere was impeccable as we were led to our table and greeted from the servers immediately, our very knowledgeable and hospitable server l, Can, proceeded to congratulate us on our anniversary and gave us stellar recommendations on drinks as well as walk us through the menu, after I had the best sushi in my life and my wife had the delectable pasta, we paid our bill and Cam showed us the speak easy area as well as the cuts that my sushi came from, do NOT sleep on this restaurant!!!”

“Beautiful spot!! My husband and I enjoyed stopping in for the first time. Lovely staff with great drink options!”

“Delicious and staff is so friendly!!🩷”

“My belly is happy. Perfect lighting. Great chill atmosphere. Good music.”

“The pizza is everything I wanted and more. Can't wait to come back, I will be returning again. I was here about a week a so and slide through for some bbq, instead I saw pizza, we grabbed a bite and was impressed,”

“Great Afternoon, great food. Thank you Ava our hostess, for your patience and beautiful smile we all loved you.”

“We ordered the Mango Shrimp Salad. It was delicious! I’m gluten and dairy sensitive, and I was impressed how our waiter & other staff got all the modifications correct! Excellent service and yummy food! We will definitely eat here again!”

“Outstanding!! Incredible renovation-Lake Room, Pub 87, outside terrace all terrific venues. To top it off, chef Zach creates interesting and delicious options every night.!”

“Love this Place Cold Beer and the Wings are fantastic.”

“Very disappointed. Food was cold. some of it burnt”

“What a GREAT find! Friendly and excellent service, great menu, I highly recommend getting the cheese assortment and pate for an appetiser! Jessica was very knowledgeable and attentive. We can’t WAIT to go back!”

“Lovely remodel on a PVB standard. Very impressive!!”

“Had a great time playing golf for the first time. Excellent views and staff!!!”

“OMG. Such a small lovely peaceful place. The quality of the food is unmatched. You can see and taste a difference compared to others. I will go there every time I'm in the area even if I'm not hungry. Favorite roll is the rock and roll”

“They roast their own beans and have a wonderful espresso blend which is perfectly balanced and offer single origin espresso options. I love this place! I highly recommend dropping in here for a cappuccino. I have not tried any food because the attraction is their coffee for me personally....”

“Got their graham cracker ice cream. It was incredible!!!”

“A view tough to compete with; right on the beach. Go see Justin at the bar for a delicious cocktail and as much peel 'n eat shrimp as you can handle. Fair pricing for location, and above average service and ambiance We'll be back!”

“Al's is great for their Great Pizza!!!”

“The fried shrip was great. outstanding service followed!”

“Our first time and was an excellent experience and the food fresh and delicious”

“This is my daughter and I's go-to take-out Chinese spot and it's worth it every time to make the 25 minute drive from our house! You can see the woks in the kitchen as you approach the counter and they make everything to-order. And the food is always piping hot and consistently fresh every time. My daughter and I always dine in. I tell people that it is a solid, straightforward Chinese takeout place where the food comes out in a timely manner and is fresh and hot. Aesthetics are definitely not their priority, and I really could care less about that as long as it's clean… And this place is very clean. The restaurant is a family run business-grandma included- and sometimes you can see their children either helping out or killing time on their tablets at one of the tables. And the family is so sweet! In my last visit, I took my daughter as well as a couple other kids who were friends with my daughter. They didn't have enough water bottles that were cold, and sent one of their kids with cups to go get ice so we had some ice water. Because the place is small and no-frills, I get concerned about their ability to stay in business. I really hope more people patronize them and give them a chance. You can't beat good people and good food and a straightforward business.”

“We each got a lunch special. I got an eel and cucumber roll and tuna roll. 2 rolls for $10.50. My lunch partner got the Thai Drunken Noodles Shrimp. I'd order everything order everything again. I prefer trying new things. Spice of life is in the food I chose to eat.”

“A lot of food selection from appetizers to desserts. The service was great and server was so friendly. I love the atmosphere and the decors. Highly recommended!”

“I love finding hidden gems, and Jonis Pizza was exactly that.

Susan and I were heading to one of our favorite restaurants, Fionn MacCool's, when we noticed Jonis Pizza tucked away in the same shopping center. Somehow, despite being in the area many times, we had never stopped in. That changed this week, and I am glad it did.

The restaurant is cozy, family-owned, and immediately feels welcoming. The aroma of garlic and fresh Italian cooking hits you as soon as you walk through the door. We started with the Garlic Cheese Bread, which was perfectly toasted and loaded with flavor. We also enjoyed the Fresh Mozzarella Appetizer, featuring fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and pesto that allowed the ingredients to shine.

As someone who grew up in a large Italian family in New York, I take Italian food seriously. When I saw Stuffed Shells on the menu, I knew exactly what I was ordering.

What happened next surprised me.

The Stuffed Shells at Jonis Pizza earned our prestigious Best of the Best Award. The shells were filled with a rich blend of cheeses and topped with a perfectly balanced sauce. The waitress explained that her mother makes them from scratch, and it showed. The dish immediately brought back memories of a favorite Italian restaurant from my childhood in the Bronx. For decades, no stuffed shells had matched those memories. Jonis Pizza finally did.

Susan ordered the Chicken Francese, and it was equally impressive. Tender chicken, perfectly prepared angel hair pasta, and plenty of flavorful lemon sauce made this a standout entrée.

The service was warm, friendly, and personal. You can tell this is a restaurant that takes pride in both its food and its customers.

If you are looking for authentic Italian food, a family-owned restaurant, date-night dining, or simply some of the best homemade Italian comfort food in the area, put Jonis Pizza on your list.

Be sure to check out our photos, especially the award-winning Stuffed Shells.

★★★★☆ 4 Stars

🏆 Best of the Best Award: Stuffed Shells”

“Paper straws! I love it. Thanks Good food, good service”

“spotless. bathrooms were clean, pool table was very fun, food was delicious and waitress was very speedy and helpful. 5 stars. ✨️

Kid-friendliness: great kids menu”

“Great experiences, yummy flavors and great staff!”

“Always friendly service and delicious food at the Amelia Island location!”

“We’ve dined at Lynda’s twice in the past 2 weeks (once inside & once outside due to rain). The atmosphere is upscale casual with panoramic views of the ocean. The staff was excellent only to be surpassed by the food! It’s not the biggest menu I’ve seen BUT there’s definitely variety and everything we ordered from appetizers through dessert was excellent!! We’re already planning some family & friend gatherings at Lynda’s! It’s the perfect spot! Well done Mario - and it was so nice to meet you!”

“Great atmosphere and better food !!”

“There for a birthday celebration. We started in the bar where Frank informatively helped with cocktails.
Then moved to the restaurant where Will was also knowledgeable, as well as charismatic and eager to please.
It was Sunday night, and not very crowded, which was great because the noise level was very low.
I would definitely return for another celebration.”

“I come here about once a month and food is always good, great comfort food and the staff are amazing Always there before I am looking for them”

“healthy snacks and Frappuccinos”

“Delish food, awesome customer service, and phenomenal atmosphere...--- all in one. Having a relaxed dinner with the melody of the ocean sound on the balcony🌅🌊🎼 was truly but beautiful. One of those places you always keep coming back to.”