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EDITOR’S NOTE
AUGUST 6-12, 2014 • VOLUME 28 • NUMBER 19
HISTORY REPEATING
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OUR PICKS MUSIC THE KNIFE FILM
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MAGIC LANTERNS ARTS I SAW U ASTROLOGY
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A decade ago, this magazine’s current art director, Shan Stumpf, and I were living in Orlando, working for that city’s alt-weekly. Orlando was changing, and pretty rapidly, though it took some time and distance for us to see how radical this change actually was. Some of it was policy-driven, some not. The city’s new mayor, an energetic, ambitious Democrat named Buddy Dyer, made it his mission to redevelop a moribund urban core, often through massive incentive packages. He pushed through tax credits for a downtown movie theater/condo high-rise. He manufactured a billion-dollar deal to build a new performing arts center, basketball arena and football stadium renovation. He created a task force charged with luring people and businesses into the city’s downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. He championed commuter rail, which only recently became a reality. That’s not to say Buddy was perfect. In fact, I was among his fiercest critics. Those development deals, for instance, always seemed to somehow or another benefit his buddies and contributors. The venues package he orchestrated, especially the $480 million arena, built at the behest of Amway billionaire Rich DeVos, was corporate welfare at its most egregious. But, as I admitted in a piece I wrote for Orlando Weekly last year, shortly before I took this job and moved to Jacksonville, while you can critique how Buddy did it, you couldn’t deny that he’d gotten things done. More important, beyond the city government’s purview, things were changing, too. Orlando’s arts and food and booze scenes were blowing up, first-rate music festivals were taking shape, the University of Central Florida was becoming a behemoth, and an infusion of young, entrepreneurial energy was altering Orlando’s business landscape. Today Orlando is a different place than the one I wrote about all those years ago, a more dynamic place, a place that, while perhaps not “world-class” (to use Buddy’s favorite phrase), is at least “next level” (hat tip, Alvin Brown). Shan and I were talking about that recently — not really reminiscing, but rather remarking on how similar Jacksonville in 2014 feels to the Orlando of 2004. We have an albeit-imperfect mayor committed to the urban core (and whose budget reflects that), a surprisingly vibrant arts scene, a breed of young visionaries who see unfulfilled potential all around them, an emerging foodie and drinking culture, onceblighted neighborhoods like Brooklyn and Springfield poised to become home to young, urban professionals, businesses eyeballing major investments (e.g., Shad Khan’s aims on The Shipyards, the proposed aquarium, the long-overdue Landing overhaul) — the elements are all there, and just as in Orlando a decade ago, they’re taking shape both inside and outside City Hall. I’ve learned in the eight months or so I’ve called Jacksonville home that it’s trite and tired to say that this city is “on the cusp.” People have been saying that for years, and there have been years of disappointment. But hang in there: We’ve seen this story play out all over the country — not just in Orlando, which was following a well-worn script. The trend toward urbanism and sustainability seems more or less inexorable. So, long story short: Keep your chin up, Jacksonville, and keep working. Good things are right around the corner. Other cities’ histories will repeat themselves here. Jeffrey C. Billman twitter/jeffreybillman jbillman@folioweekly.com
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Honest, Unbiased
I’m sorry for the delay in this, but thank you for your honest article on the Zach Tipton murder [Cover Story, “Die to Ride,” Derek Kinner, July 16]. You’re the one paper the people of Jacksonville can go to and get an honest, unbiased story. Keep up the good work and please don’t let this story drop out of sight. Stay with it, it’s going to get better — I can assure you of that. John L. Marsh
An Uncool Relic
Thank you for your pitch-perfect editorial about Alvin Brown’s laughable dodge around supporting equality in Jacksonville [Editor’s Note, “The Mayor and the Dodge,” Jeffrey C. Billman, July 23]. Brown’s idea of taking us to the “next level” obviously doesn’t include the very people a city needs to do just that: thousands of entrepreneurs, creatives and young forward-thinkers who expect a city to provide diversity, dynamic potential and equality for everyone. The other major cities in Florida do just that and are experiencing boom times. But Jacksonville sits stagnant: an uncool relic of Old South bigotry and fundamentalism aided by a mayor with no vision or courage. Brown courted LGBT votes and with their solid support, eked out a win — then turned his back on the very voters who put him in office by squashing the HRO behind closed doors. Now he hides behind his actions with pathetic politician-speak. History will write a scathing chapter for an ungenerous man who has relied so much on the work of others to ensure his own civil rights, but in turn denies those rights to others. Let’s hope voters in the next election make that chapter a very short one. Dave Uible
Adam and Eve, Not Adam and Steve, Etc.
The Editor’s Note “The Mayor and the Dodge” teetered on the edge of insanity, therefore I had to respond. First, I must commend Mayor Alvin Brown for his stance against gay marriage and the LGBT movement. He’s our mayor, therefore he has multiple tasks to keep himself busy. So far he has been a fair-minded leader treating all races equally. He has been a friend of the church community, whether it’s a congregation of whites or blacks. Of course he covets a great percentage of their votes come election time. Can you blame him? But it also appears to me he’s a true Christian believer. However, the topic of gay marriage you spotlighted in that editorial is not about Mayor Brown; it’s about changing an accepted moral behavior and the devaluing of family. You 6 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
wrote, “Just because something has always been one way doesn’t mean it always must be that way.” Where’s the logic? Explain yourself, please! From the very beginning of human history, marriage and family has always thrived from being one man and one woman. This is the biblical pattern set forth on the very first printed pages of Genesis. That first couple is told, “Be fruitful and multiply and replenish the earth” (Gen. 1:28). Children need the guidance and nurturing of a loving father and mother. Gay couples cannot reproduce from their union, nor provide a wholesome family environment for children. They must assemble a family in an unnatural way. They disregard the creator of the universe and therefore find themselves on the losing side of the American Dream they longed to achieve. One day recently, while at a fast-food restaurant, I observed a transvestite there as well. The very presence of such a person so near gave a few of us senior citizens the creeps. Seeing lipstick and jewelry on a masculine body just seemed weird. Is that the direction our beloved American is headed? Billy Graham once said, “If God doesn’t judge America, he will have to apologize to Sodom and Gomorrah.” It‘s just sad to see some people pushing an agenda that’s doomed to failure. William H. Shuttleworth
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just to let you know im working on a list of 19 reasons to never pick up a folio weekly again [Cover Story, “19 Things We Could Have Done Instead of Build Shad Khan’s Scoreboards,” Jeffrey C. Billman and Susan Cooper Eastman, July 30] starting with your stand on the jags owner kahn getting money from city guess you didn’t go to soccer /concert well 50000 plus did wonder how much $ that city got ect btw your whole take was WEAK !!! Rick Davidson
CORRECTION The Twin Peaks marathon at Sun-Ray Cinema was postponed after our July 30 issue went to press. Sun-Ray Cinema rescheduled the marathon, which will feature every episode, for Aug. 22. If you would like to respond to something that appeared in Folio Weekly, please send an email with your address and phone number (for verification purposes only) to mail@folioweekly.com.
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I’M MAD AS HELL AND I’M NOT GOING TO TAKE IT ANYMORE An open letter to Angela Corey, on behalf of the local media To: Angela Corey, State Attorney, Fourth Judicial Circuit From: Derek Kinner, writer-at-large, Folio Weekly Angela, On July 28, I received this email from your office in response to my request to confirm the name of the shooter in the month-old case of Zachariah Tipton’s death at Nippers Beach Grille in Jacksonville Beach [Cover Story, “Die to Ride,” July 16]: Derek, the SAO’s statement is below: “The State Attorney’s Office is conducting a thorough investigation into the fatal shooting at Nippers. An investigation can take weeks or even months to complete. At this time, no information will be released regarding the pending investigation.” Jackelyn Barnard Director of Communications As someone who has covered crime and courts in four states — though mostly in Northeast Florida — for 32 years, and as someone who has seen from your office an increasingly virulent systematic pattern of denying public access to information in cases that have destroyed families and sometimes harmed the public conscience, I feel obligated to speak up, both for my fellow journalists and, by association, the public you were elected to serve. (This is, by the way, at least one public record no one will have to jump through hoops of fire, or even pay for, to get.) The numerous protests outside your Duval County Courthouse office — the Tipton family, Marissa Alexander’s supporters, groups protesting your tough-as-nails approach to juvenile justice, etc. — show a growing loss of public confidence in our legal system. This, I would argue, is because of the stone wall we run into when trying to gather basic information, especially in high-profile cases for which answers are desperately sought. All these protesters have different issues they’re concerned about, but the common denominator, Angela, is you, and how your office interacts with the public. It has become apparent that you prefer to operate in secrecy, rarely agreeing to release case records — and when you do, attempting to charge people exorbitant fees that include paying your lawyers to review (and sometimes redact) records before releasing them. The people of the Fourth Judicial Circuit depend on the media to provide them with information about what’s
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going on in our judicial system and law enforcement investigations. So when you deny us information, you are denying the citizens information. The above response from your communications director, Jackie Barnard, is a form email. It was the latest in a long series of your office’s refusals to allow your constituents to know anything about Tipton’s killing. And, for me, it was the last straw. I am not alone in these feelings. Journalist-colleagues often express in private their frustrations in dealing with your office. Lawyers, private investigators and members of the public have run into constant roadblocks when trying to retrieve basic information from your office, which now has even set up a “Public Records Division,” run by
When you deny journalists information, you are denying citizens information.
one of your attorneys and an assistant. This attorney uses what she calls a “list,” meaning you can put in your request and it will be added to “the list.” So if you want any information, you’re going to have to wait, sometimes for a good long while. This situation boggles my mind. I have never seen a public records office operate so inefficiently. One example: I talked to Jackie last month about records that had been given to a woman a little more than a year ago. She said I could have the records immediately because they had already been redacted and released. Then I contacted the assistant state attorney, Brittany O’Neil, in the Public Records Division to request the info. She told me that I would be put on “the list” because the records were no longer available. I told her never mind, because dealing with your records department is a waste of time. Shortly afterward, I received this email from Jackie: Derek, I tried reaching you by phone concerning your Public Records Request (PRR). Let me be clear — the SAO’s
process in fulfilling PRRs comports with Florida’s Chapter 119. Ms. O’Neil notified you earlier today that the State Attorney’s Office (SAO) receives a voluminous number of requests, and responds to requests in the order in which the requests are received. It should be noted that the number of PRRs the SAO receives in a year has tripled since 2009. On average, the SAO receives 1,500 requests a year. … As for your request … Ms. O’Neil informed you that the redacted file was last used to fulfill a request in February 2013. Ms. O’Neil also informed you that the redacted file was purged in compliance with Section 119.07(h), Florida Statutes and the Florida Department of State General Schedules GS1-SL and GS9. You then questioned why a closed file had to even be reviewed. Again, Ms. O’Neil informed you that records still have to be reviewed for confidential or exempt information, which include social security numbers, autopsy photographs and fingerprints. It should be noted that those are just some of the exemptions which exist. If you should change your mind and decide to have Ms. O’Neil review the file again for you, please let us know. This email is telling. You were first elected to office in 2008. In 2009, public information requests tripled? Again I have to ask, why? Did you implement a new system to replace one that had worked just fine for many decades in the past? Did you change the way the office deals with public records requests, obstructing access rather than streamlining it? There is only one thing that changed here, Angela: you. Before you took office, under former state attorneys Harry Shorstein and Ed Austin, public information was usually readily available, and there was no need for a Public Records Division. I would call and ask for information about a case. If it was a small case, the prosecutor handling it would gladly help. If it was a sensitive case, I would deal with higher-ups in the department, but still walk away that day with my records. Your office, on the other hand, always seems to have a ready statutory interpretation and list of “potential” public records exemptions, even though they appear to simply be roadblocks to public and media access. This is not a sign of a public official acting in good faith. I talked to one private investigator who filed a simple public
NEWS records request in March, and by June his request was still listed as somewhere in the 50s — for March. You have made keeping important information — in this situation I am specifically referring to Tipton’s shooting — out of the public eye as long as possible, thus harming public perception of the event and whether law enforcement is involved, and leading to rampant speculation. And as I wrote in a recent Folio Weekly story [News, “Bring Your Checkbook,” July 2], one woman, Angel King, who finally was able to navigate your unnecessarily difficult requirements for public records requests, was told she could have them, but the cost would be nearly $180,000. (I wonder how much it cost taxpayers just for your office to come up with that estimate.) Yes, the records she requested were vast, but that came after her frustration over your office denying her specific records, so she just asked for all of them. I have emails from Jackie explaining that some of King’s requests could not be fulfilled, even though the case she is asking about — her daughter’s supposed suicide, a conclusion that has been strongly questioned by outside experts — is about five years old now. And let’s not forget the legal battle you waged with the media over the Michael Dunn jail tapes, in which an appeals court strongly disagreed with your interpretation
of public records laws. What did you do? You won by default because Dunn’s first trial was already over. Then you charged members of the media thousands of dollars for your office to review the tapes before releasing them. When I returned to Jacksonville last year, I was taken aback at what has become of the media’s (and, again, this means the public’s) access to information. Yes, under Shorstein and Austin there was some information that was not released because it might have harmed cases, but those instances were rare and understandable. And the requests were always handled professionally, with a clear understanding of the public’s legal right to know, not by an attorney saying, “OK, you’re on ‘the list.’” When I started covering courts in 1987, Austin was state attorney and John Delaney was his chief assistant. They were both always accessible. (Each went on to become our city’s mayor, which showed they had earned the public’s trust.) To reach you, however, a reporter has to corner you at a public meeting — which you usually attend only to defend yourself or castigate those who disagree with you — or meet by a set appointment, which even then is extremely rare, because you generally do not give interviews. Why not? I asked you once why you chose to file what many legal experts say were excessive charges against George Zimmerman and Michael Dunn. You quickly answered that you
thought your job was to do the best you could for victims. Until you say otherwise, Zachariah Tipton was a victim. Yes, I have learned he was a member of the Black Pistons, which are part of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club and rivals of the Iron Order, and that an Iron Order prospect may have shot Tipton during an altercation. But no one — including Tipton’s family and friends — has learned anything about the case except for a few bare-facts news stories, rampant rumors, and from this publication’s July 16 cover story. (I reported that story with no help from your office, and very little help from the initial investigating agency, the Jacksonville Beach Police Department.) Is that what you consider a good public service — keeping the public uninformed? When you speak of victims, do you mean only the ones you like or have connections with or can advance your career? I haven’t seen you do any press conferences with Tipton’s family like you did with the families of Trayvon Martin and Jordan Davis. But I have seen Tipton’s family and friends protest outside your office because you refuse to talk to them, whether to deliver good or bad news, or simply tell them the truth about why their loved one is dead. So where does that leave the public? You have allowed these questions to fester by keeping the information outside the public domain. People want to know if they
can trust the Jax Beach police — the supposed shooter, after all, is active military, and a prospect for the Iron Order motorcycle club, which has numerous members who are active or retired cops and federal agents. Is there a coverup, as many conspiracy theorists are saying publicly, due to the law enforcement connection? Even the Iron Order president told me that he’s looking forward to you revealing the facts, because he says his club has been the subject of rumor-based rhetoric and threats from around the globe. The simple fact is this: I want to know the truth, whatever that might be, and report it. The public is entitled to that. And one more thing: Having covered courts here in Northeast Florida for so many years, I know many local veteran attorneys. I cannot get any of them to talk to me on the record about your policies. They have clients to represent, and they fear personal retribution that could affect their clients’ welfare in current and future cases. Yes, they have said that to me. Is that what we call justice in Northeast Florida? I am asking you to please reevaluate how you handle your public records requests, and quit operating in such an opaque manner, for the sake of the public and, yes, for the journalists who want to provide that public with as much accurate information as possible. Derek Kinner dkinner@folioweekly.com
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FIGHTIN’ WORDS
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To be anything more than a none-of-the-above candidate, Adrian Wyllie will have to overcome the Libertarian brand
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f you’re a third-party gubernatorial candidate who is so unidentifiable that few could pick you out of a lineup and who has — let’s be real — precisely zero chance in hell of winning in November, this is what success looks like: 9 percent in a recent Quinnipiac poll, with voters clearly souring on Charlie Crist and Rick Scott. That’s a big number for Adrian Wyllie, the Libertarian Party contender for Florida governor, a guy running his campaign on his cell phone, a social media shoestring, and a presence closer to Vince McMahon than Ron Paul. Wyllie knows the corporate media gives third-party candidates no play, so he’s had to wedge his way into the discussion with audacious media stunts. Getting arrested in May for driving without a driver’s license, a full three years after giving up the ID in protest of the Real ID Act, exemplified both legitimate theater and political protest. He also made it into the news recently when he threatened to get arrested if he wasn’t included in the candidate forum at the 2014 Florida Press Association/Florida Society of News Editors Convention. (They ultimately let him into the conference, though not the forum itself.) Yet, despite such chutzpah, Wyllie faces an existential problem: the Libertarian brand itself. Libertarians don’t reach out to minorities. They never talk about the enforcement burden of the police state borne by minorities and the politically disempowered — those most at risk from an increasingly Orwellian society. Some say it’s racist; others, an oversight. Does Wyllie represent a next-level move for the LP? With the election months away, and Wyllie positioned to play spoiler, I phoned him as he drove to a campaign event in DeLand. The poll data I’d seen, I told him, suggested he was taking more support away from Crist than Scott. Wyllie disagreed with that assessment, as well as the idea that his candidacy somehow could be a stalking horse for the Scott campaign. “My numbers pull equally from Democrats, Republicans and independents,” he told me, adding that he’s in the “mid-teens” with independents, according to his internal polling. Could his numbers be even better? I asked Wyllie if he was successfully cultivating African-American support, in the vein of
Rand Paul’s recent initiatives. This campaign has been a “tough sell to the minority community,” Wyllie conceded. The plan nonetheless is to “reach across the political and socioeconomic spectrum, to reach every group, selling the concept of liberty.” That said, “certain groups seem more suspicious” of “liberty” than others. Make of that what you will. It wasn’t the answer for which I hoped. A disquisition on the impacts of the drug war (and the private prison industry, which energetically supports the Scott campaign, and which supported Crist before he switched parties) on the African-American community would be a useful and much-needed discussion of “liberty” and the cumulative effects of its forfeiture. That’s not on the LP candidate’s radar right now — another missed opportunity from a party that’s made missed opportunities its calling card. Wyllie wants to legalize marijuana, a position that he now shares with The New York Times editorial board. He’s not thrilled by the Charlotte’s Web legislation, which he describes as “very restrictive and controlled.” Regarding Amendment 2, Wyllie believes it “very important to pass,” but its utility will be blunted without being implemented by “elected officials who understand freedom.” “Republicans and Democrats are not interested in solving problems,” Wyllie contends. While he insists that his campaign has a “path to victory,” he would accept as a secondary goal “educating people that big government is not the solution.” We’ve heard this before. Will Wyllie’s 9 percent hold? Not likely. In a close race, the third-party poll numbers usually redistribute when votes are cast. To change that dynamic, the Libertarians would need to build a coalition beyond the single young white dudes who make up their base. This candidate doesn’t seem to know how to do that. But suppose he — or a candidate with similar views on civil liberties — were able to figure that out? We very well might see viable Libertarian runs in certain races. I’ve been waiting to see that for two decades, though. It doesn’t seem to be a Libertarian Party priority. AG Gancarski twitter/aggancarski mail@folioweekly.com
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Our intrepid eaters scour Northeast Florida in search of the best meals around
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GLUTTONY! Twice a year, Folio Weekly sets out to deliver the most comprehensive guide imaginable to dining in Northeast Florida, something for you to keep on your coffee table (or, let’s be honest, in your bathroom) to consult whenever you seek out something new and interesting. The heart of this Bite-by-Bite issue, of course, is the encyclopedic compendium of restaurants, organized by cuisine and compiled by our senior editor, Marlene Dryden, whose tireless work on this product is truly aweinspiring. But this is also our twice-annual chance to gorge ourselves on the company dime (and, you know, write about it), and once again we dived in with aplomb. Last go-’round, back in March, we gave you 52 Amazing Things to Eat in Northeast Florida Right Now, a culinary orgy of unparalleled proportions; this time, we’re doing things a little differently. I asked our intrepid team of eaters to select a food or food category intrinsic to some segment of the First Coast — we settled on shrimp and grits, oxtails, barbecue, fried chicken, burgers, eggs Benedict, camel riders, milkshakes and vegan brunch — then spread out around the vast expanse of our coverage zone in search of perfection, and write about the journey. (And it is ultimately about the journey, not the destination.) We drew on word-of-mouth, Internet recommendations, our own experience, and sometimes mere happenstance (“Hey, that place looks interesting!”) in selecting our stops. It is possible, perhaps likely, that given how large this geographic region is, something worthwhile slipped past our notice — it’s basically de rigueur for joints around here to offer shrimp and grits, I learned, and I only had the time and budget to hit a handful. So here’s the deal: If there’s a place that you think serves the perfect something, and you don’t see that place and thing here, shoot us an email (mail@ folioweekly.com); we’ll put together a list of your recommendations and publish them next week. In the meantime, we hope you have as much fun reading as we had consuming mass quantities. — Jeffrey C. Billman, glutton-in-chief
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THE PIG
BARBECUE The longing, the hope, the hunger
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was the only patron seated in the dining room of The Pig Barbecue on Normandy Boulevard on a late weekday afternoon. Outside, vicious thunderclouds heaped up in the sky and the air was cooking hot. The windows looked out on a U-Haul parking lot. A friend told me he used to take all out-of-town visitors to The Pig. I’d never been. My plan at The Pig was to keep it cheap by ordering a pork sandwich (a large one is $4.99). But after scanning the menu, I ordered a large BBQ pork sandwich lunch platter with macaroni and cheese and baked beans as sides, and a glass of sweet tea. I noted that I seem to have zero resistance to the mix of hope, longing and hunger barbecue triggers in me. A television mounted on a wall blared a Jerry Springer-style TV show. But I missed most of it somehow after my waitress brought my food. My sandwich consisted of a large mound of chopped pork on a hamburger bun. I speared some. Didn’t have a strong smoked flavor, but the subtle vinegar bite of the mustard sauce added an edge. When I pulled into Monroe’s Smokehouse BarB-Q on Highway Avenue on a Thursday afternoon, the parking lot had about 12 cars in it. I was surprised because the lunch rush had left, and took it as a good sign. Once inside, I was among patrons of the most racially diverse restaurant I’d been to in the 10 years I’ve been in Jacksonville, or maybe ever. A handful of
By Susan Cooper Eastman blue-collar types, white and black, sat at the stools at the front counter, sipping drinks and talking. All the booths near the cash register were filled. I ordered a regular-sized pulled pork platter with collard greens, macaroni and cheese and lemonade. The collards were a combination of sweet and hot and smokiness. The pork was shredded into strings of meat joined by charred bits at the ends. Monroe’s red sauce with a kick complemented it well. As I left, a waitress called out to me, wishing me a blessed week. Jerome Brown Bar-B-Que way out on West Edgewood Avenue is a to-go place, set up in a converted Taylor Hardwick-designed Skinner Dairy milk house that’s been painted fire-engine red. I ordered a pork sandwich ($4.25) at the window and drove around the building for pick up, pulling in behind a shiny black Mercedes sedan. It took maybe 20 minutes before I got my food. Finally, a woman knocked on my window and handed me a bag. My sandwich was warm and wrapped in butcher-block paper, chopped pork heaped on a large bun and doused with sweet red sauce. As I turned into the parking lot at Gators BBQ off Beaver Street on the Westside, I felt an immediate affinity for its little bungalow set under a towering stand of live oaks. Inside the tiny dining room, where tables are covered in blue-and-white vinyl
tablecloths, three firefighters ate lunch. I ordered a sweet pork sandwich with a side and a drink ($7.99). I don’t know about the sweet part, but the flavor was good, with a rich smokiness seared deep into the meat. Barbecue is personal. I recognize the barbecue I’ve eaten forms very particular sediments of experience that situate me in a place. I’ve eaten barbecue at the Jenkins restaurants on New Kings Road and Pearl Street. (The smell of Jenkins barbecue in the air Downtown is a traffic hazard.) I’m devoted to pork sandwich with mustard sauce at Mojo No. 4 on St. Johns Avenue. Lately, I’ve developed a habit of buying the $1.98 barbecue chicken legs at Lake Shore Produce Market on Blanding (two drumsticks wrapped in plastic and Styrofoam, kept warm under a heat lamp). Gators stacked up. As I ate my lunch, a woman with her thick blonde hair in a ponytail picking up shrimp to go told everyone how her husband and niece had been in an ATV accident that morning. All the diners seemed to know both of them. After finishing my sandwich, I groaned, maybe twice, as I stood up to leave. Owner Sandy Shepherd looked up from her tablet computer and asked me, “Are you OK, Susan?” Just full, I said. She remembered my name? I’m good on Gators. seastman@folioweekly.com
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EGGS BENEDICT
In which we don’t even care that Hollandaise is basically the unhealthiest foodstuff ever devised by man
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MILKSHAKES They bring all the boys to the yard
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By Caron Streibich
n my quest to unearth the perfect milkshake (and wondering why all of these boys are now in my yard), I scoured the area high and low, from drive-thrus to high-end eateries. I began in Murray Hill, at the eminent Dreamette, a Jacksonville institution since 1948. No frills here: Park, stand patiently in line perusing the menu, order and pay cash, wait for your order — on this trip, a Cinnamon Toast Crunch milkshake — then eagerly devour. What I got was 12 ounces of cinnamony, crunchy toast pieces blended with homemade-style vanilla soft-serve, an absolutely crave-worthy shake like none other. Not too thick, but by no means too thin — the proper sweet spot of consistency where a milkshake should lie. (Dreamette opened a second shop in Mandarin back in 2012.) Next up was Black Sheep in 5 Points. Served in a tall fancy glass and accompanied by a short stack of homemade Oreo-style cookies, both the vanilla and chocolate malted shakes I sipped proved heavenly. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry, the presentation and flavor immediately took me back to my childhood. Thumbs way up. Nearby, I found Corner Taco’s dulce de leche shake to be magically sweet and sippable; this cool treat begins with homemade dulce de leche that’s then blended to perfection with a little organic whole milk and scoops of Blue Bell natural vanilla bean ice cream. Avondale’s Florida Creamery was up next. The life-sized faux alligator, kitschy knickknacks, candy cigarettes and plastic flamingos for sale add to the appeal. The ice cream is from St. Petersburg’s Working Cow Homemade Ice Cream, and by itself is fantastic. After sampling several flavors, I picked the Moozilla — a green-hued marshmallow ice cream (who knew there was such a thing?) with crumbled chocolate cookies and miniature marshmallows — for my milkshake. Problem: After being blended with milk, it became a bit soupy. Solution: Off to the beach to The Blind Rabbit for a simple vanilla shake made with whole milk and Blue Bell natural vanilla bean ice cream, garnished with a little whipped cream. Solid, simple shake here. M Shack in Atlantic Beach followed. It featured a litany of tempting handspun Blue Bell ice cream milkshakes — bananas Foster, peanut butter, marshmallow brûlée, pecan pie, strawberry, chocolate, vanilla. For 50 cents more, you can add malt, but the pecan pie shake is so ridiculously good and thick and loaded with actual pecan pieces and caramel, you don’t need it. Rounding out my voyage: a stop at St. Johns Town Center for Moxie Kitchen + Cocktail’s Mississippi mud pie malted milkshake. Two flavors of Working Cow ice creams — coffee and chocolate — artfully mixed together and topped with an oversized toasted housemade marshmallow. The result is a decadent delight. It’s also worth noting that this malted shake typically comes laced with Four Roses bourbon. mail@folioweekly.com
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By Caron Streibich
ggs Benedict and brunch: oh, how I love thee! A toasted English muffin, sunny poached eggs and sinfully good buttery Hollandaise sauce. Three little ingredients yield the stuff of dreams. And so I set off to find the perfect eggs Benny in Northeast Florida. First up was Uptown Market in Springfield, a tried-and-true go-to spot. The English muffins are topped with smoked salmon, capers, a perfectly poached egg, and a slightly thin Hollandaise that always makes me lick the plate. The salty capers add a nice dimension to the richness of the Hollandaise. And while poached eggs are easy to screw up, Uptown always delivers appropriately runny pools of warm flowing deliciousness when I pierce those little circles of shimmering delight. Every time I go to Metro Diner in San Marco for brunch, I concoct a hybrid of two of its eggs Benedict dishes (Sandi Beaches and San Francisco). My version begins with the standard two poached eggs, velvety Hollandaise and toasted English muffins, but I add spinach, tomato and creamy avocado to the thick, subtly salty slice of Canadian bacon. Winning! For a fancy yet brilliantly crafted take on eggs Benedict, hit up Riverside’s Restaurant Orsay, which serves a gorgeous plate of eggs à la Orsay — English muffin, soft poached eggs, salty prosciutto, peppery arugula, truffled (!) Hollandaise and black truffles (it’s paired with pommes Lyonnais, aka home fries). I love when the crunchiness and chewiness of an English muffin combines with egg yolk and truffleladen Hollandaise, which in itself is absolute perfection. Fellow Riverside spot Pele’s Wood Fire has a take on eggs Benedict unlike anything else I’ve experienced around these parts. It’s called Tuscan eggs Benedict, and begins with la rustica bread topped with prosciutto, basil and a tomato Hollandaise. Different, yes, but it works! I really enjoyed the crusty rustic bread instead of the standard muffin. Bayard Café on Philips Highway in … well, Bayard … creates a version of eggs Benedict that features the thickest, dreamiest, most buttery-golden-yellow Hollandaise sauce you could imagine. They offered to put it on the side so it didn’t make the muffin soggy. Good call. The English muffin remained perfectly crisp and toasted. There’s also a crab cake Benedict on the Bayard menu, which sorely tempted me. Next time! After patiently waiting in line for brunch at Beach Diner on Atlantic Boulevard at the beach, I discovered that not only do they make a mean plate of eggs Benedict, but their twist — Eggs on the Bayou — adds a generous amount of crab meat, bacon and scallions. Everything was crafted perfectly, but I would have loved a bit more of that liquid gold Hollandaise. mail@folioweekly.com
PELE’S WOODFIRE GRILL
HARPOON LOUIE’S
BURGER
More American than apple pie
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By Dennis Ho
hat is it about burgers that we love? The base ingredients are so simple — a bun and ground beef — and, beyond ketchup and mustard and other accouterments, all adhere to the same fundamental construction. Yet each is an experience so different, it’s worth trying what’s out there to see where the burger has gone. Burgers are so varied and ubiquitous now that they actually serve as a better and more practical symbol of America than apple pie. Take, for example, the Backyard Burger ($6.99) at Harpoon Louie’s in Avondale — named for that classic American activity that we call grilling and chilling — a certified Angus beef patty served with tomato, lettuce, onions and cheese; there’s little to dislike if you’re into anything resembling summers by the pool with your neighbors. Truthfully, I could go to Publix and buy buns and good ground meat and throw it on a grill and maybe get something similar — the beauty of this burger is in its simplicity and quality ingredients — but you know the (American?) saying: Sandwiches are better when someone else makes them. For something a little less rudimentary and doubly American, I tried the Peanut Butter & Jelly Burger ($9.79) at Metro Diner, which is not nearly as weird as it sounds. Au contraire: If you’re the type to put a lil’ syrup on your bacon, this one’s just for you. A little peanut butter melts into the patty, creating a vortex of sweet and savory goodness — except, did I tell you the burger comes with freakin’ jalapeños on it, too? But lest we lose our minds here, there’s one caveat of pointless consequence: It’s a greasy mess. Peanut butter is oily. For a touch of class, I dropped $11 for the burger (officially named “The Burger”) at The Blind Fig in Riverside, which afforded me Black Angus beef (the term refers to the breed of cattle, which in this case renders a juicy, tender patty), bleu cheese, caramelized onions, arugula, tomato and homemade pickles. But the best thing, bar none, about this blue-ribbon burger was the big brioche bun. Never mind the sharp, salty incursion that bleu cheese so pleasantly foists upon your tongue (and in this burger, it definitely does); it’s that first bite of bread that makes each nip a pleasure. I rounded out the whole experience with the feta and kalamata-laden Greek Burger ($6.49) at Epik Burger, a beautiful space in Intracoastal West area, with customizable food. Burgers are offered in quarter-, third- and half-pound varieties, each also available in bison. Note that if you’re a medium-rare kind of guy (like me), you’ll have to order the third- or half-pounder, as all quarter-pound patties are cooked well done. So what is it about burgers? Turns out we had the answer all along: quality bread and quality beef. Beyond that, the possibilities are endless. We’re in America, after all. dho@folioweekly.com AUGUST 6-12, 2014 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | 15
CAMEL RIDER
Jacksonville’s quintessential culinary creation, says The New York Times
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By David Johnson
his journey, for the ultimate camel rider, could begin in only one place — the archetypal Sheik on North Main Street at the edge of Springfield. Easily overlooked, across the street from Burger King, though immortalized in a New York Times story on the camel rider, The Sheik is adorned with camel figurines of many shapes and sizes. The chairs appear to be original from The Sheik’s opening in 1972, and could use a fresh coat of wood varnish or a trip to the scrap heap. The gregarious manager, Chad Bullard, seems to know every customer by name (or order), and he eagerly recites the catchphrase from restaurant owner Saliba Salameh (whose family came to Northeast Florida from Ramallah): “Never let your camel go thirsty.” The term “camel rider” is a pejorative in many places, though it’s ubiquitous as a lunch order here. At The Sheik, you get the core ingredients — nothing fancy — a pita filled with bologna, salami, ham, American cheese, tomato, mayo and Italian dressing (hold the lettuce for me, because greens are overrated). The Times might have parachuted in to cover the camel rider beat, but most locals rave about The Sheik for its classic cherry limeade, too. This fast-food joint might claim primacy in naming the camel rider, but several Northeast Florida delis are family-owned and operated — with histories also stretching to the Middle East and pitas packed to the brim. Nobody does that better than Pinegrove Deli does, tucked away in Riverside. Bought by Bader “Bud” Bajalia in 1968, Pinegrove serves its camel riders with Boar’s Head salami and bologna and all those other classic ingredients, with a notable addition — banana peppers. These meats are as sweet and savory as they come, not salty. And if you hang around long enough, co-owner Sal Bajalia or 12-year-old “Little Bud” will try to sell you a steak from their onsite market. Like many shops that sell the rider, Pinegrove’s owners will urge you to try the desert rider with tabbouleh or at least get the fresh parsley salad as a side. That’s a savvy decision. Next, my Sunday drive to THE SHEIK Goal Post proved a mistake, as the deli on the edge of Avondale takes the Sabbath off (never trust Google for a deli’s hours). Fortunately, Gina’s Deli in Murray Hill wasn’t too far from there. And Gina Akel never rests. When I asked her what she puts on her camel riders, she said “everything, everything.” She was right. I told her to hold the lettuce, but I got everything else: the three classic rider meats, tomato, onion, mayo, delicious homemade Italian dressing, banana peppers and pickles. Originally from Palestine, Akel opened the first Gina’s in 5 Points, relocating to Murray Hill five years ago. She brought her love of the Florida Gators with her. The Gators’ logos are everywhere in Gina’s, but she’s allowed a few Seminoles logos, some NASCAR, even Jaguars’ paraphernalia to be part of the décor. (“We’ve got to make everyone happy. We try,” she tells me.) Like Pinegrove, Gina’s feels like home. She already has four kids (two at Bishop Kenny), but Gina will mother you, too. Her menu is overwhelming, and she’s open early for breakfast. I learned she’s been working seven days a week for the past monthand-a-half. Stop by and tell her to take a day off. Goal Post has a major following, so I made my return on a Monday. The sliding metal door was up, and this trip was not a mistake. Owner Michael Kassab, who came to the U.S. from Iraq just before Desert Storm, wrote down my order. He took over Goal Post from his brother George, who opened it in 1979 and died in 2000, and Michael’s wife and children are his help. Here, the tomatoes are diced, the colorful art adorning the walls is courtesy of St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School and the restrooms have the narrowest doors in the city. If you serve a good camel rider in Jacksonville, your customers are loyal and your family is probably at the register. When customers eat a camel rider, they feel like they’re having something Mom made, so you better make your deli feel like home. All these delis know the formula, but only Goal Post sells Hershey’s Special Dark for 20 cents apiece at the register. I bought two for the road. mail@folioweekly.com
TAPA THAT
VEGAN BRUNCH
A herbivore in the land of eggs and bacon and hangovers By Janet Harper
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ver since I went vegetarian, this obsessed pizza lover and fancy cheese plate aficionado has been trying to make the final plunge into full-fledged veganism, with mixed results. Maybe it’s living in the ruby-red Republican South, where brisket and ribs and burgers abound, but finding good vegan food in Northeast Florida can seem as useless as trying to find meaning in a Pauly Shore movie. (Yes, that’s from Clueless. Get over it.) It’s even harder to find good vegan options for brunch, where bacon and eggs are king. Most brunch spots around town don’t have a single vegan option, and any inquiries about a dish sans eggs or cheese will be met with a blank stare. Luckily, I live in Riverside, where the foodie culture is strong, and most restaurants are used to putting up with fussy veggies like me. There aren’t any dedicated vegan restaurants, but there is one vegan bakery and a handful of other spots that have at least one vegetarian option and/or are willing to change things around a bit to accommodate a vegan diet. I know; I hate that obnoxious customer who can’t just stick to the menu, too. But, hey, a girl’s gotta eat. One of the most welcoming vegan-friendly spots in town happens to also have bottomless mimosas, a necessity for those bleary-eyed, barely-made-it-out-of-bed mornings, when the only thing that can get you going again is MORE ALCOHOL (and lots of it). The chef at Tapa That, a local Spanish tapas restaurant, has been working with the guys at Jax Vegan Love to develop a great vegan menu that changes daily. They pulled off a fully vegan brunch for Mother’s Day this year, and they usually have at least half of their menu devoted to vegetarian and vegan fare — not an easy task with Spanish cuisine. When I’m able to stumble that far from my house on a Sunday morning (it’s a whole 15 blocks away), I opt for a vegan scramble wrap, with lots of fresh, sautéed veggies in a flour tortilla, sometimes with housemade egg substitute, sometimes firm tofu. It’s spicy and filling without making you feel like
you’re going to burst. The perfect start to a Sunday Funday, or a mid-afternoon nap. Around the corner is Black Sheep, home to the first really incredible vegan brunch I’ve had in Jacksonville. I still remember the experience, sitting outside on a brisk early spring morning, trying a beermosa for the first time. (It’s probably the worstpossible-sounding combination of flavors, beer and orange juice, that somehow turns out to be an amazing blue-collar cocktail.) When I finally get to the point where food doesn’t seem like the worst idea ever, our server tells me that, yes, they do have a vegan option: seasonal vegetable hash. Just substitute marinated tempeh for the egg that comes standard, and voilà. A vegan masterpiece. I was blown away by the flavors, the nutty-sweet tempeh and the variety of vegetables in the dish, which change up at least every weekend, and sometimes daily. I like it best with some housemade hot sauce on top. Just a little farther down the road on King Street is The Blind Fig, a Southern-inspired gastropub. It’s only recently gotten into my regular rotation of brunch spots, but it’s become a staple. Blind Fig doesn’t have a huge variety of vegan options. In fact, the first time I stopped in, I couldn’t find anything vegan on the menu other than a few salads. I asked the hostess if they had anything for me, and she said she’d have to ask the chef. I was super-impressed when he came out, greeted me, and told me he could whip me up anything I wanted. He informed me that most of his ingredients were locally grown and organic, and told me with incredible enthusiasm about a recent mushroom shipment he’d gotten. His excitement rubbed off on me, and I told him I was up for anything. When the concoction finally arrived, a dish of cauliflower, fried green tomatoes and an assortment of those magical mushrooms, it was better than I could have possibly expected. The presentation was beautiful and the flavors were spot on. I’m not really into posting Instagram food porn, but this thing deserved a whole Instagram romance novella. jharper@folioweekly.com AUGUST 6-12, 2014 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | 17
OXTAILS
Cheap, gelatinous and tender
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By Dennis Ho
hen I was assigned this here essay on oxtails in Northeast Florida [Ed. note: Don’t lie, Ho, you volunteered], I said to myself, “This is going to be soooooo easy.” Growing up primarily in the South, oxtails to me have always been a gravy-laden dish with onions, tomatoes, peas and potatoes, sometimes served with rice. Something like a stew. And there’s a lot of it to be had around here. How hard could this be? For the few who’ve never heard of oxtails — and I’m surprised to know they exist — they are named for what they are. Each piece is literally a part of a cow’s tail and resembles something like a single vertebrae surrounded by the tenderest meat you’ve ever had (if it’s cooked correctly). But the keys are the tendons and gelatin surrounding the bone — you know, those things that absorb flavor. That the meat is highly gelatinous makes it necessary for oxtails to be used mostly in stews, stocks and braises, so beware: It’s not unheard of to be served impossibly tough oxtails. This was luckily not the case at Lewey’s Crab House and Soul Food on Southside Boulevard; the take-out restaurant serves its oxtails with a healthy portion of rice and a choice of sides for $12.99. It was comforting and familiar, and is just right with sweet tea and mac ’n’ cheese. Oxtail, though, is more than just a Southern food. I found this out when I went to the Irie Caribbean Cafe (I liked the name) on Timuquana Road on the Westside and Caribbean Sunrise Bakery off Main Street on the Northside to try their versions. What I discovered about island-style oxtails is that they’re not all that dissimilar
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from the Southern variety: a gravy-laden dish served with rice. The difference is that the island-style uses beans and pairs the whole thing with steamed cabbage (another Southern favorite, coincidentally) and fried plantains. It’s spicier and heartier than what I’m used to, and, in Irie’s case, the oxtails were cut into quarters, bones and all. This is a good thing, obviously, allowing all the marrow to flavor the gravy. And speaking of spicy, it doesn’t come any hotter than the oxtail special at Hon Korean Restaurant on Beach Boulevard in St. Nicholas. In this incarnation, the oxtail is served in a spicy soup with tofu and pickled cabbage. Not to harp on a theme here, but it went fabulously with a bowl of rice. Korean soups have never been my cup of tea, to be honest, but having absorbed the flavor, the tendons were deliciously spicy and so fun to chew on. More to my taste was the oxtail pho at Pho A Noodle Bar on Adams Street in Downtown. It’s pretty much what you think it’d be: Pho without the usual variations of meats and tripe that normally come with it, replaced with three pieces of oxtail instead. Mild broth, a touch of basil, some noodles and bean sprouts — delicious. In the end, writing about oxtails was even easier than I initially thought, because there are so many options in the area. A simple Yelp! search — or a look at the listings a few pages to your right — brings up international cuisines of all stripes in every part of town, and the fact that oxtail meat is inexpensive at grocery stores means anyone can try his hand at it. If cooking isn’t your thing, though, don’t worry; there are oxtails in your neighborhood. dho@folioweekly.com
SHRIMP & GRITS They’re everywhere, man By Jeffrey C. Billman
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here was a time, not so long ago, when I rather haughtily referred to myself as a pescatarian — someone who is almost a vegetarian, but makes an exception for fish because they don’t have feelings — which of course meant I was a better person than my carnivorous friends. (There’s really no point if you can’t be at least a little smug about it, right?) It also meant that, when I went to restaurants, especially restaurants that didn’t specialize in seafood, figuring out what to order could prove something of a challenge. But there was always shrimp and grits — a thoroughly Southern concoction damn near ubiquitous in Northeast Florida, I discovered. And so I ate lots of them: at Blind Fig and Black Sheep in 5 Points, at A1A Ale Works in St. Augustine, at Metro Diner in Mandarin, at restaurants far and wide. And I was seldom disappointed. The thing that struck me, in fact, was the variety from place to place: bacon here (I’m back to meat-eating), Andouille sausage there, sautéed spinach here, scallions there, creamy grits here, gritty grits there. Sometimes the shrimp, often Mayport shrimp fresh off the boat, were the stars; other times, the accouterments stood out. But every experience was in its own way different; every chef made it his or her own. Which brings me to this little culinary adventure. My first stop came a while back at Ice Plant Bar in St. Augustine, a gorgeous Prohibition-style craft-cocktail spot (the St. George Sour is to die for, by the way) that acquits itself quite well in the food department. Here, the shrimp are local and fresh, and come with an herb grit cake, cornbread purée and tomatillo relish, all topped with braised collards ($16). It was lighter and less complex than later entries, but the herb grit cake was legit, and the cornbread purée offered a pleasant
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PALM VALLEY FISH CAMP contrast to the perfectly cooked shrimp. And besides, by the time your entrée comes out, you’ve already chowed down on the soft pretzel bread, so you don’t need to be overwhelmed with ambition. Let the shrimp do the work. Some time later I found myself at Ovinte, a white-tablecloth tapas-style joint in St. Johns Town Center where we spent way too much on wine and cocktails and positively gorged on an array of foodstuffs, including the quite-excellent bacon-burger sliders — there’s ground bacon mixed in with the beef, and it is
exactly as wonderful as it sounds — and, yes, the $12 shrimp and grits. This was a small plate, nothing too heavy on its own, but filling nonetheless. The grits were creamy, the handful of shrimp appropriately plump and juicy, all drizzled with a delightful orange-colored paprika-infused sauce. But the highlight here was the just-salty-enough, just-lemony-enough sautéed spinach, which contrasted nicely with the grits. A few days later, I drove over to The Blue Fish in the Shoppes of Avondale, to sample its Cajun-inspired take on this most versatile of dishes. I ordered the small ($15; the large is $28), which, even though there were only three or four shrimp, was quite enough. The Blue Fish sets its shrimp and grits in a delicious shrimp stock, and differentiates its variation with both mushrooms and a hint of heat from Cajun spices. The grits were appropriately gritty, and soaked up the shrimp stock. Pro tip: Get the sautéed spinach ($4) as a side. It won’t let you down. I next headed down south, to Palm Valley Fish Camp — which shares ownership and menus with the Julington Creek and North Beach fish camps, if you’re not in a driving mood — for what proved to be not only intensely flavorful shrimp and grits ($16), but overall one of the best dining experiences I can remember. These were, of course, Mayport shrimp, conspicuously fresh and numerous, served in a tangy, citric and aromatic white wine butter sauce. The grits were creamy and dashed with lemon zest and parsley, and mixed with the sauce to create some almost indescribable otherworldly goodness. There were diced tomatoes and cilantro aplenty on top, too. Just heavenly. (Order the rolls for dipping, and for the love of God get the Key lime pie for dessert.) jbillman@folioweekly.com
FRIED CHICKEN Brought to you by Crestor
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By Shan Stumpf
have a love/hate relationship with fried chicken. On the one hand, there are few better smells in the world than a giant pan of battered goodness popping and splattering its way to a golden brown. Though it traces its roots to African and Scottish origins, there are few dishes more distinctly American — or Southern. Originally cooked in lard, the dish required the use of tender, young birds, which were more available in the summer, making it a traditional meal of that season. With all of this flavorful history, what’s not to like? Well, for starters, it’s not what you’d call healthy. Chock full of cholesterol, fat and starch, few foods have paved the way to future health complications the way fried chicken has. And yet, it’s so very delicious. With these thoughts in mind, I set out to find the perfect fried chicken experience in Northeast Florida. After doing a little research, four establishments seemed promising. First off is Hip Hop Fish & Chicken on the Northside, set in what looks like to be a former 1970s McDonald’s. It was a Sunday afternoon and a stream of aluminum roasting pans left with several families as I waited in line. Consequently, the restaurant was out of everything but wings, so I settled for the wing dinner — four piping-hot wings on a bed of crinkle-cut fries. Served in a Styrofoam container, the heavily seasoned, basket-fried chicken was crunchy and the meat was surprisingly tender for wings, which often tend toward overcooked. I loved the wings, but I’d like to return for the fried fish, which seems to be more Hip Hop’s specialty. Next up, The Potter’s House Soul Food Bistro on the Westside. A large cafeteria-style eatery in a former mini-mall, it’s owned by The Potter’s House International Ministries, which has taken the entire complex and turned it into a Christian-themed shopping center, including a barbershop, a bowling alley and the church itself in an adjacent former department store. The meat-and-twostyle restaurant served some of the best fried chicken I’ve ever had, which arrived BEACH ROAD CHICKEN DINNERS accompanied by excellent collard greens and macand-cheese I chose from a long list of sides. The chicken had just enough seasoning and, while crisp, the crust had a slight, starchy-oily thickness, as if your grandma made this in her 16-inch cast-iron skillet. The cornbread and red velvet cake were also amazing. There’s often a long line, but if you’re serious about Southern soul food, this is the place. A local landmark, Beach Road Chicken Dinners has been serving motorists since 1939, when Atlantic Boulevard was the only two-lane road to the beach. Glass-topped tables protect the menus, as patrons make their selections, surrounded by wood paneling and lime green paint that looks like it was a decorator’s choice before WWII. The chicken dinner comes with a half broasted-style fried chicken, cole slaw, a choice of fries or mashed potatoes (or both), gravy and creamed peas. Everything is served family-style on thick, retro Buffalo china, and the sides, though not the chicken, are all-you-can-eat. (The waitress explained that the peas WERE NOT optional. Eat your vegetables, folks.) The chicken itself was delicious, crisp, tender and juicy, but the real fun here was the folksy quality of the meal and the establishment itself. Next time you have a friend in town you want to impress, skip the fancy restaurant and head to Beach Road. Going full-circle, I went back to the Northside to visit Austin’s Soul Food Restaurant, the type of place, again, where there always seems to be a line. The hand-painted lettering in the windows and the sign out front look straight out of the ’70s, and the lovely woman at the counter refers to everyone as “baby” or “sugar.” The heavily seasoned three-piece chicken dinner, served in black-lidded Styrofoam, included two sides and rice, which was perfect to soak up the okra and tomatoes I chose to accompany some of the best mac and cheese I’ve ever had. For better or worse, the homemade iced tea is almost sickeningly sweet. The chicken itself was excellent, with a thick, crisp shell but heavily seasoned and a little greasier than some of the previous examples. The dark meat seemed to be a bit more tender than the white meat for whatever reason. Next time — and there will be a next time — I’ll sample the smothered pork chops, which seemed to be the most popular dish among our dining compatriots. sstumpf@folioweekly.com AUGUST 6-12, 2014 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | 19
LISTINGS FOR JACKSONVILLE, AMELIA ISLAND, ST. AUGUSTINE, ORANGE PARK AND EVERYWHERE IN BETWEEN TABLE OF CONTENTS 21 23 24 27 30 30 32 32 33 34 34 36 39 40 41 43 46 50 53 56 57 61 62 64 66 67 67
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Barbecue Restaurants & Steakhouses British & Irish Cuisine Cafes, Delis & Sandwich Shops Casual Spots & Joints Chinese Cuisine Coffeehouses Diners Eclectic & Upscale Food Trucks French Cuisine Global & International Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Cuisine Home Cookin’ Indian Cuisine Italian Cuisine Japanese & Korean Cuisine Mexican, Cuban, Caribbean, Peruvian, Spanish & Tex-Mex Cuisine Neighborhood Hangouts Pizzerias Regional Cuisine Seafood Specialty Restaurants & Markets Sports Bars, Wings & Oysters Sweet Spots Thai & Vietnamese Cuisine Vegetarian Cuisine & Raw Foods Wine, Martini & Cigar Bars
BARBECUE RESTAURANTS & STEAKHOUSES 4 BONES BARBECUE 14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 20, 419-9855, 4bonesbbq.com Classic Southern barbecue, prepared by folks who know how it should be done, served in a spanking clean environment. Pulled pork, chopped pork, brisket, chicken, turkey, ribs and chorizo served market-style by the pound, along with the usual sides — mac ’n’ cheese, potato salad, baked beans, cole slaw, green beans. Specialty sandwiches and, of course, banana pudding. $ K TO L D Tue.-Sat.
shiitake mushroom sauce, 8-oz. gourmet burgers, fall-off-the-bone ribs, wraps and sandwiches. The World’s Most Talented Waitstaff every Fri. & Sat. $$ FB K L D Mon.-Sat.
JACK’S BBQ 691 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 460-8100 This place has lured regulars and locals for more than six decades. The bait? A real pit barbecue, tiki bar, large wood deck, stage and a small swimming pool. Live music Thur.-Sat. A DJ spins every Wed. $ FB TO L D Daily
JENKINS QUALITY BARBECUE
MILLHOUSE STEAKHOUSE
2025 Emerson St., Lakewood, 346-3770 830 N. Pearl St., Downtown, 353-6388 5945 New Kings Rd., Northside, 765-8515, jenkinsqualitybarbecue.com For nearly 60 years now, family-owned Jenkins Quality Barbecue has served some of the best down-home barbecue around. Slather sauce on a whole smoky chicken or a basket of crinkle-cut French fries. All three Jenkins restaurants have a convenient drive-thru. $ TO L D Daily
1341 Airport Rd., Northside, 741-8722, millhousesteakhouse.com This locally-owned-and-operated steakhouse is a favorite among Northsiders and tourists alike, serving choice steaks from the signature broiler. The menu includes seafood, pasta dishes and Millhouse gorgonzola, plus homemade desserts. Live acoustic music is presented on Tuesday and Friday nights $$$ FB K D Nightly
BONO’S PIT BAR-B-Q 8011 Merrill Rd., Ste. 23, Arlington, 743-3727 3303 San Pablo Rd. S., Intracoastal, 223-1391 1266 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 249-8704 1307 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 270-2666 2420 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 794-9424 4907 Beach Blvd., San Marco, 398-4248 10065 Skinner Lake Dr., Southside, 998-1997 10645 Philips Hwy., Southside, 886-2801 5711 Bowden Rd., Southside, 448-5395 5903 Norwood Ave., Northside, 765-1817 100 Bartram Oaks Walk, Fruit Cove, 287-7710 12620 Bartram Park Blvd., Mandarin, 652-2989 9820 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 268-2666 1765 Town Center Blvd., Eagle Harbor, 269-8870 705 S. Lane Ave., Westside, 783-1404, bonosbarbq.com Bono’s has been slow-cooking all manner of meats, and serving them with tangy sauces, for more than 60 years. Folio Weekly readers have repeatedly picked Bono’s as their favorite barbecue joint in our annual Best of Jax poll, with baby back ribs, barbecue salad and chicken breast sandwiches among the favorites. $ FB K TO L D Daily
CLARK’S PIT STOP CAFE 8929 Philips Hwy., Southside, 363-0990 Clark’s serves barbecue as well as all the familiar family favorites. There’s a drive-thru window, too. $ B L Mon.-Sat.
COTTEN’S BAR-B-QUE 2048 Rogero Rd., Arlington, 743-1233 Fred Cotten Jr. has been offering his pit-cooked barbecue for more than 25 years. The sauces are made in-house from original recipes. Cotten’s features moderately priced items in a casual atmosphere. $ K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
CROSS CREEK 850 S. Lane Ave., Westside, 783-9579, crosscreeksteakhouse.com Steaks, ribs, burgers, Mayport shrimp, sandwiches, combos and from the pit: brisket, chicken, pork, turkey and “burnt ends” (our favorite!). $$ FB L D Daily
EMPEROR’S GENTLEMAN’S CLUB 4923 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 739-6966 This upscale steakhouse features steaks, burgers, seafood and wings. $$ FB L D Daily
ESPETO BRAZILIAN STEAK HOUSE 4000 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 40, Avondale, 388-4884, espetosteakhouse.com This churrascaria (Portuguese for steakhouse) is the only Brazilian steakhouse in town. It features gauchos who carve the meat onto your plate from their serving tables. $$$ FB D Tue.-Sun.
GATORS BBQ 8083 Baymar St., Westside, 683-4941, gatorsbbq.net Gators serves award-winning barbecue pork, chicken, ribs, turkey and sausage. $ BW K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
HARMONIOUS MONKS 10550 Old St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 30, Mandarin, 880-3040, harmoniousmonks.net The American-style steakhouse features a 9-oz. choice Angus center-cut filet with gorgonzola
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Bar manager César Diaz serves a Red Bandana cocktail – Tequila Ocho Resposado, watermelon, lime, Agave Nectar and Datil tincture – at The Ice Plant Bar in St. Augustine. MOJO BAR-B-QUE 1607 University Blvd. W., San Jose, 732-7200
MOJO OLD CITY BBQ
5 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 342-5264
MOJO SMOKEHOUSE
1810 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 8, Fleming Island, 264-0636
MOJO NO. 4 URBAN BBQ & WHISKEY BAR 3572 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 381-6670
MOJO KITCHEN BBQ PIT & BLUES BAR 1500 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 247-6636, mojobbq.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This funky Southern blues kitchen offers pulled pork and Carolina-style barbecue along with chicken-fried steak and Delta fried catfish. A full bottled beer selection is available. Avondale’s Mojo No. 4 also offers shrimp and grits, and specialty cocktails. Live national and local blues acts perform at the Jax Beach location. $$ FB K TO B L D Daily
MONROE’S SMOKEHOUSE BAR-B-Q 4838 Highway Ave., Westside, 389-5551 10771 Beach Blvd., Southside, 996-7900, monroessmokehousebbq.com Monroe’s smoked meats include wings, pulled pork, brisket, turkey and ribs. Homestyle sides include green beans, baked beans, mac-n-cheese and collards. $$ K TO L Mon.-Sat.; D Fri.
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE 1201 Riverplace Blvd., Southbank, 396-6200 814 A1A, Ste. 103, Ponte Vedra Beach, 285-0014, ruthschris.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner 22 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
A consistent Best of Jax winner for Best Steaks, Ruth’s Chris serves Midwestern custom-aged U.S. prime beef, cooked in 1,800-degree broilers. Fresh seafood, live Maine lobster and an extensive selection of wines are also on the menu. Reservations suggested. $$$$ FB D Nightly
SHANE’S RIB SHACK 13546 Beach Blvd., Ste. 1, Intracoastal, 992-0130, shanesribshack.com Originating in Georgia, Shane’s has expanded all over the U.S. Burgers, pork, racks of ribs, chicken tenders and wings are served along with beans, fried okra, corn on the cob, collards and Brunswick stew. $$ K TO L D Daily
SMOKIN’ D’S BBQ 110 S.R. 206 E., St. Augustine, 797-2050, smokindbbq.com Their motto (“We’re open if it’s smokin’”) says it all. Ultra-casual, no credit cards, no alcohol, no delivery. There’s take-out — and outside seating on tree stumps. The Beach Basket, with three kinds of barbecued beans, is topped with a giant pile of your choice of beef brisket, turkey or pork. Serving until the food runs out. $ L D Daily
SONNY’S REAL PIT BAR-B-Q 1720 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 824-3220 2720 S.R. 16, St. Augustine, 824-3315 12485 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 288-7928 1976 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 272-4606 1923 S. Lane Ave., Westside, 786-0081 4434 Blanding Blvd., Westside, 777-0730
5097 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 737-4906 10840 Harts Rd., Northside, 751-4225 2742 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach, 261-6632 12719 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington, 220-9499, sonnysbbq.com For more than 30 years, Sonny’s has been a Northeast Florida favorite. The beef, pork, chicken and ribs are cooked in a wood-fired pit, and sides include Vidalia onion rings, corn nuggets, potato salad, barbecue beans and coleslaw. All-you-caneat specials daily. $ BW K TO L D Daily
THE STEAKHOUSE @ GOLD CLUB 320 Gen. Doolittle Dr., Regency, 645-5500, jacksonvillegoldclub.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Gold Club offers daily lunch and dinner specials, as well as free happy hour buffets on Thur. and Fri. $$$ FB L D Daily
STICKY FINGERS 8129 Point Meadows Way, Baymeadows, 493-7427 13150 City Station Dr., River City Marketplace, 309-7427, stickyfingers.com A true Memphis-style smokehouse, Sticky Fingers slow-smokes meats over aged hickory wood. The menu includes award-winning ribs, barbecue and rotisserie-smoked chicken. Happy hour on weekdays. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
TED’S MONTANA GRILL 10281 Midtown Pkwy., St. Johns Town Center, 998-0010 8635 Blanding Blvd., Westside, 771-1964, tedsmontanagrill.com Modern classic comfort food features fine cuts of
bison: signature steaks, award-winning gourmet burgers served in a sophisticated atmosphere. Chef-inspired items include crab cakes, cedarplank salmon, fresh vegetables, desserts. Private label Bison Ridge wines are served. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
TEXAS ROADHOUSE 550 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 213-1000, texasroadhouse.com Texas Roadhouse specializes in steaks and ribs, seafood and chops. The atmospheres casual and family-friendly. Daily specials are featured, and there’s a daily happy hour, ice-cold beer and legendary margaritas. $ FB L D Daily
III FORKS PRIME STEAKHOUSE 9822 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 111, 928-9277, iiiforks.com III Forks offers a contemporary evolution of the classic steakhouse, updated and stylish with a savvy menu featuring USDA prime beef, seafood, distinctive wine and local favorites. More than 1,500 wines are available. Dine indoors or out on the patio. $$$$ FB K D Mon.-Sat.
WOODY’S BAR-B-Q 8206 Philips Hwy., Ste. 25, Southside, 265-0066 5930 Powers Ave., Lakewood, 739-7427 1638 University Blvd. S., Southside, 721-8836 474323 S.R. 200, Yulee, 206-4046 8540 Argyle Forest Blvd., Argyle, 772-7675 950 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 1, Orange Park, 272-1419 226 Solana Rd., Ste. 1, Palm Valley, 280-1110 135 Jenkins St., Ste. 106, St. Augustine Beach, 819-8880
1301 N. Orange Ave., Green Cove Springs, 284-1014 1482 S. Sixth St., Macclenny, 259-5800, woodys.com Woody’s Bar-B-Q features barbecue plates, barbecue salads and popular pulled pork sandwiches. Along with lunch and dinner specials, there are several all-you-can-eat specials. A seniors’ discount is offered at some locations. $ BW K TO L D Daily
BRITISH & IRISH CUISINE ANN O’MALLEY’S DELI & PUB
Best Neighborhood Bar serves Cornish pasties, and fish and chips. north of the airport on U.S. 1. Look for the red double-decker bus in front. $$ FB K L D Daily
LYNCH’S IRISH PUB 514 N. First St., Jax Beach, 249-5181, lynchirishpub.com A Beaches landmark, Lynch’s serves a fresh green menu: corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, and fish and chips. There are 50 imported and domestic draft beers on tap. Live entertainment is featured every evening. $$ FB L D Daily
MEEHAN’S IRISH PUB & SEAFOOD HOUSE 20 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 810-1923, meehansirishpub.com This pub, just south of the old fort, offers burgers, traditional pub fare, seafood and a raw bar, along with signature dishes including steak O’Shay’s, Dubliner chicken and Irish Benedict. $$$ FB K Daily
MULLIGAN’S PUB 45 PGA Tour Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, 285-1506, mulliganspubpontevedra.com The Irish pub, at the Hilton Garden Inn, offers a variety of favorites and Irish dishes. A full bar is
served, including Guinness. $$ FB B L D Daily
O’BROTHERS IRISH PUB 1521 Margaret St., Riverside, 854-9300, obrothersirishpub.com The restaurant features traditional Irish fare like shepherd’s pie with Stilton crust, Guinness mac-ncheese and, of course, fish-n-chips. Outdoor patio dining is available. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
TILTED KILT PUB & EATERY 9720 Deer Lake Court, Tinseltown, 379-8612,
23 Orange St., St. Augustine, 825-4040, annomalleys.com Across from the Old City Gates, Ann O’Malley’s serves a casual menu of soups, salads and sandwiches — favorites include the Reuben and the chicken salad — with familiar, friendly service. Dine indoors or out on the porch. Irish beers on tap. Open mic is every Tue., trivia every Thur., live music on weekends. $ BW K L D Daily
BARLEY REPUBLIC IRISH PUBLIC HOUSE & RESTAURANT 48 Spanish St., St. Augustine, 547-2023, barleyrepublicph.com The Irish bar and pub offers traditional burgers and sandwiches as well as Irish favorites like fish & chips and bangers and mash. More than 70 beers and wines are served, including 10 on draft daily. Live music on weekends. Dine indoors or outside on the deck. $$ BW K L D Daily
THE BRITISH PUB 213 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 810-5111 This pub offers darts and serves ale, beer and wine, as well as traditional meat pies, Cornish pasties and sausage rolls. Varieties of authentic British food and candies are sold at the shop within. $$ FB D Nightly
CULHANE’S IRISH PUBLIC HOUSE 967 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 249-9595, culhanesirishpub.com Bite Club certified An upscale Irish pub and restaurant owned and managed by four sisters from County Limerick, Ireland, Culhane’s menu includes favorites like shepherd’s pie and corned beef, and their gastropub menu takes customers to new culinary heights. $$ FB K R Sat. & Sun.; L Fri.-Sun.; D Tue.-Sun.
DONOVAN’S IRISH PUB 7440 U.S. 1 N., Ste. 108, St. Augustine, 829-0000, donovansirishpub.com This spot features a mix of classic Irish entrées and traditional American dinners, as well as appetizers and pub grub. Irish beers and whiskeys are served. Six HDTVs, pool tables and Wii are available. $$ FB K L D Daily
FIONN MacCOOL’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 176, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, 374-1547, fionnmacs.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This pub offers casual dining with an uptown Irish atmosphere, serving fish and chips, Guinness lamb stew and black-and-tan brownies. Live music is featured daily. $$ FB K L D Daily
FLY’S TIE IRISH PUB 177 Sailfish Dr. E., Atlantic Beach, 246-4293 If Rachael Allen and Johnny Cash had a baby and he grew up to be a chef, this would be his menu: variations on corned beef hash, black and white puddings, bangers and mash. Brunch on Sundays. $$ FB TO R Sun.
THE KING’S HEAD BRITISH PUB 6460 U.S. 1 N., St. Augustine, 823-9787, kingsheadbritishpub.com Owner Ann Dyke and staff serve British draught beers and cider in 20-ounce Imperial pints in an authentic pub. The repeat Best of Jax winner for
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The kitchen staff at San Marco’s Metro Diner keeps the place moving with their signature chicken and waffles. tiltedkilt.com The latest installment in restaurants whose specialty is hot waitresses (their tagline is “the best-looking sports pub you’ve ever seen”), this Jacksonville joint offers 40 big-screen TVs and pub fare — including wings, salmon and shepherd’s pie. And did we mention cute girls in kilts? Open for late night. $$ FB L D Daily
CAFÉS, DELIS & SANDWICH SPOTS ADAMS STREET DELI & GRILL 126 W. Adams St., Downtown, 475-1400 The lunch spot serves wraps, including grilled chicken, and salads, including Greek salad. $ L Mon.-Fri.
AKEL’S DELICATESSEN 21 W. Church St., Downtown, 665-7324 245 Riverside Ave., Riverside, 791-3336 7077 Bonneval Rd., Southside, 332-8700 12926 Gran Bay Pkwy. W., Mandarin, 880-2008 7825 Baymeadows Way, Baymeadows, 733-4040, akelsdeli.com This New York-style deli offers freshly made fare — which customers can create from the extensive menu, or just order a specialty sandwich: subs (Three Wise Guys, Champ, The Godfather), burgers, gyros, wraps, sides, desserts and vegetarian dishes. There’s a full breakfast menu, too. $ K TO B L Mon.-Fri.
THE AMERICAN GRILL The Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 201, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, 353-7522 Traditional fare; chicken pot pie is a favorite. Burgers, steaks, ribs, pizza, pasta dishes, sandwiches, and vegetarian items complete the menu. $$ FB L D Daily
ANCIENT CITY SUBS 8060 Philips Hwy., Ste. 207, Baymeadows, 446-9988, ancientcitysubs.com Locally owned-and-operated by Andy and Rhonna Rockwell, this clean, St. Augustine-themed sandwich shop, relocated to Philips Highway, serves gourmet 24 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
subs — toasted, pressed or cold — and salads. $ K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
ARDEN’S KAFÉ & KATERING 4555 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 3, Ortega, 240-1404, ardens-kafe-and-katering.com From gourmet to Cajun, Chef Arden deSaussure can create it, using fresh ingredients, including local seafood, veggies and meats. Something new: Friday night seafood buffet and hot wing bar. $$ TO B Sat.; L Sun.-Fri.; D Fri.
THE ATRIUM CAFÉ 1 Independent Dr., Ste. 100, 634-1811, atriumcafe.net Located at Independent Square, Atrium Café features hot entrées and traditional sandwiches, including a buffalo chicken sandwich. Dine outside, inside or take it to go. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.
BAGEL LOVE 4114 Herschel St., Ste. 121, Avondale, 634-7253, bagellovejax.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This comfy locally-owned-and-operated spot offers Northern-style bagels, a variety of cream cheeses, sandwiches, wraps, subs and bakery items. Freshsqueezed lemonade and coffees and teas. Free WiFi. $ K TO B L Daily
BAGEL WORLD 2202 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 246-9988 This cozy little place offers a breakfast special (eggs, ham and cheese) and a variety of coffees and juices. And, of course, bagels. $ TO B L Daily
BAYARD CAFE 12525 Philips Hwy., Ste. 201, Bayard, 551-3026, bayardcafe.tripod.com This casual, family-owned restaurant serves homemade-style breakfast all day, as well as soups, awesome barbecue and daily specials. And the café now offers desserts, lattes and espressos. $ K TO B L Daily
THE BISTRO AT CULINARY OUTFITTERS 9 S. Dixie Hwy., St. Augustine, 829-2727, culinaryoutfitters.org The Bistro is where locals lunch on crab cakes,
chicken burritos, hamburgers, wraps, salads and soups, each dish made with fresh ingredients. $$ BW TO L Mon.-Fri.
BLUE BOY SANDWICH SHOP 6514 Norwood Ave., Northside, 768-9791 5535 Ft. Caroline Rd., Arlington, 743-3515 421 N. Laura St., Downtown, 355-6767, blueboysandwiches.com Breakfast and lunch since 1973. Breads are made onsite, as well as subs, camels, salads and desserts. $ TO B, L D Mon.-Sat.
BONGIORNO’S PHILLY STEAK SHOP 2294 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, 246-3278, bongiornossteakshop.com Jeff and Deanna Bongiorno of South Philly have brought the Northeast to Jax – the Amoroso rolls are flown in from Philly and the chipped ribeye comes from South Jersey. Sandwich choices, wraps, burgers and dogs. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
BRIGHT MORNINGS 105 Third St. S., Fernandina Beach, 491-1771, brightmorningscafe.com This small café is hidden behind Amelia SanJon Gallery. Indoor and outdoor dining. $ TO B R L Thur.-Tue.
THE CAFE AT THE CUMMER The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave., 356-6857, cummer.org 2013 Best of Jax Winner Light lunch, quick bites, beer, wine, locally roasted coffee and espresso-based beverages, homemade soups, sandwiches, gourmet desserts and daily specials. Dine indoors or out in the museum’s beautiful gardens. $ BW K L Tue.-Sun.
COZY TEA 1023 Park St., 5 Points, 329-3964, cozytea.wordpress.com This quaint, cozy tearoom is full of English charm. Lunch and afternoon tea features scones, soups and a variety of teas. Indian nights every Fri. and Sat. $ L Mon.-Sat.
CURRENTS LOUNGE 225 E. Coastline Dr., Northbank, 588-1234, jacksonvillehyatt.com In the main lobby of the Hyatt Regency Riverfront, Currents offers appetizers, café cuisine, specialty desserts, wireless Internet access and plasma TVs. $$ FB B L D Daily
DIANE’S NATURAL MARKET & CAFE 110 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 824-1337, dianesnaturalmarket.com The cafe inside this health food store serves everything made-to-order using organic ingredients. Sandwiches include avocado, peanut butter with honey, falafel, hummus, tofu salad and a veggie burger. Smoothies and fresh juices are also available. $$ TO L Mon.-Sat.
DOS COFFEE & WINE 300 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 342-2421, dosbar.com Industrial chic coffee and wine bar features handcrafted pour-overs and beans from Covina Roastery. Pressed sandwiches, farm fresh salads and build-your-own cheese boards. $$ BW B L Daily
EINSTEIN BROS. BAGELS
1706 Southside Blvd., Arlington, 724-3997, cafeexpress.us This cozy café offers hot and cold sandwiches as well as breakfast dishes. The homemade potato chips are a specialty. $ TO B L Mon.-Sat.
2800 University Blvd. N., Arlington, 256-7539 1661 Riverside Blvd., Ste. 130, 5 Points, 354-0991 225 E. Coastline Dr., Downtown, 634-4579, einsteinbros.com With more than 25 varieties of fresh-baked-instore bagels, Einstein Bros. has breakfast covered. Throw in some egg sandwiches, paninis and wraps, and you’re done. Lunch offers healthful cold sandwiches, melts, soups and salads. Coffees, smoothies and sweet treats complete the menu. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.
CAFÉ KARIBO
ELIZABETH’S CAFÉ
CAFÉ EXPRESS
27 N. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 277-5269, cafekaribo.com Housed in a historic building in downtown Fernandina, family-owned Café Karibo serves worldly taste fare, including homemade veggie burgers, fresh seafood, salads and made-fromscratch desserts. Meals are served inside or al fresco out under the oak-shaded patio. The Karibrew Pub offers beer brewed onsite, imports and full bar. Live music Fri.-Sun. $$ FB K TO R, Sun.; L D Daily
CHAMBLIN’S UPTOWN 215 N. Laura St., Downtown, 674-0870, chamblinbookmine.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Breakfast sandwiches made with fresh Healthy Bagel bagels and croissants, unique lunch wraps, homemade soups, salads, desserts, weekly specials. Vegan/vegetarian fare, too. $ BW TO B L Daily
COOL MOOSE CAFE & BISTRO 2708 Park St., Riverside, 381-4242, coolmoosecafe.net Located at Park and King streets, this New England-style café offers a full breakfast menu, classic sandwiches, wraps and soups, and brunch all day Sunday. Beer and an extensive gourmet coffee menu are available. $$ BW R L D Tue.-Sun.
CORRADO’S BAKERY ’N BISTRO 813 Lomax St., Riverside, 354-0444 This family-owned-and-operated spot has been serving gourmet chicken salad, fresh quiche, sandwiches and soups for three generations. Desserts include cupcakes, brownies, pastries, cobblers. Also available are coffee, cappuccino, latte, beer and wine. $ BW TO L Tue.-Sat.
1500 Sawgrass Village Dr., Ponte Vedra, 543-7677 Serving a full breakfast menu and lunch items, Elizabeth’s Cafe in Sawgrass Village specializes in scrambled eggs with Nova Scotia salmon and onions, deli-style sandwiches and espresso drinks. Outside dining is available. $ K TO B L Daily
ELIZABETH POINTE LODGE 98 S. Fletcher Ave., Amelia Island, 277-4851, elizabethpointelodge.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This award-winning B&B offers elegant seaside dining, now open to the public. Dine indoors or outside. There’s a hot buffet breakfast daily. Homestyle soups, specialty sandwiches, salads, yummy desserts and wines and beers. $$$ BW K B L D Daily
FIRST COAST DELI & GRILL 6082 St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 733-7477 First Coast offers traditional diner fare like oversized pancakes and bacon, sandwiches, salads and burgers. $ K TO B L Daily
FLY BY CAFÉ 4900 U.S. 1 N., St. Augustine, 824-3494 Located at St. Johns County airport, Fly By features signature soups, specialty burgers and chicken sandwiches. $ BW K TO L D daily
THE GALLERY CAFE 1974 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 825-9944, gallerycafestaug.com This cozy spot offers creative sandwiches, salads, soups, organic fair-trade coffees, fresh pastries and New York-style bagels. Free WiFi. $ BW B L Tue.-Sun.; D Wed.-Sun.
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GREAT HARVEST BREAD CO. 822 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach, 277-4747, greatharvestamelia.com Handcrafted sandwiches include turkey and Swiss, Lighthouse chicken salad and Bleu roast beef; all of Great Harvest’s creations are presented on made-right-there breads, so you know it’s fresh. $$ TO B L Mon.-Sat.
HOT SHOT BAKERY & CAFE 8 Granada St., St. Augustine, 824-7898, hotshotbakery.com Hot Shot offers freshly baked items, coffees and handcrafted breakfast and lunch sandwiches as well as Datil B. Good hot sauces and pepper products. $ TO B L Daily
JASON’S DELI 4375 Southside Blvd., Ste. 15, Southside, 620-0707 2230 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 246-7585 515 Rutile Dr., Ponte Vedra, 543-9966, jasonsdeli.com Fresh, thick deli sandwiches along with soups, salads and super spuds. The signature sandwich is a New Orleans-style muffalatta sandwich. There’s also a salad bar with more than 33 choices and free ice cream. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily
JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS 4261 Roosevelt Blvd., Ste. 5, Westside, 387-0007 410 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 9, Orange Park, 272-0037 9700 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 610, Southside, 337-0159 3541 University Blvd. W., Ste. 1, Lakewood, 367-8635 1615 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 399-5006, jerseymikes.com Don’t let the Yankee-centric name turn you away. Jersey Mike’s, known for its fresh-cut subs, offers both hot and cold choices, including Philly, meatball and cheese, turkey breast and provolone, roast beef, and a veggie sub. Wraps and salads, too. $ K TO L D Daily.
JIMMY JOHN’S GOURMET SANDWICHES 9823 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 19, 642-8188 11702 Beach Blvd., Intracoastal, 642-8288 1725 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 400-7827 7159 Philips Hwy., Southside, 400-6199 363 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 14, Atlantic Beach, 246-2033 630 Park St., Riverside, 400-6688 5960 Beach Blvd., Ste. 2, Spring Park, 396-5870 9971 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 997-8818 280 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 103, Orange Park, 272-6300 510 Airport Center Dr., Ste. 106, River City Marketplace, 503-4085, jimmyjohns.com Wildly popular in college towns, Jimmy Johns has been serving gourmet subs and sandwiches since 1983, using fresh breads, meats and cheeses in tandem with lettuce, tomatoes and dressings to produce damn good subs. Totally Tuna, J.J.B.L.T. and Club Lulu are among the choices. $ TO L D Daily
JULIE’S CAFE 5100 Sunbeam Rd., Ste. 4, Mandarin, 268-8121, juliescafeofjax.com This family-owned café serves American and Middle Eastern dishes. Dine indoors or outside. $ K TO B L Mon.-Fri.
KELLEY’S COURTYARD CAFÉ 19 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 432-8213, kelleyscourtyardcafe.com In the heart of Fernandina Beach’s historic district, family-owned-and-operated Kelley’s Café serves sandwiches, wraps, soups and salads, vegetarian options and down-home comfort food favorites, like fried green tomatoes. $ BW K L D Mon.-Sat.
KITCHEN KETTLE DELI 4251 Lenox Ave., Ste. 7, Westside, 387-8400 Sporting Western-themed décor, Kitchen Kettle Deli is a small, family-owned business serving homemade favorites. Chef Kim Wright serves daily specials including chicken salad, burgers and potato salad. $ TO L Mon.-Fri.
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Sita Papavarin, of Basil Thai in San Marco, sees shrimp everywhere — especially in the fresh spring rolls and the phad kee maow. LEGENDS SANDWICH SHOP 11230 New Berlin Rd., Northside, 696-6156 Chef-owned-and-operated. Renowned giant fried pork tenderloin originated, and there’s plenty of regular-size dishes, too. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.
soups, salads and sandwiches. They even cure their own bacon and pickle their own pickles. It’s home to the duck grilled cheese, seen on Travel Channel’s Best Sandwich in America. Open late during every First Wednesday Art Walk. $$ BW TO B R L Mon.-Fri.
LITTLE JOE’S CAFÉ
THE ORIGINAL CAFÉ ELEVEN
245 Riverside Ave., Ste. 195, Riverside, 791-3336 This bright, riverview café inside the Raymond James Building serves breakfast and lunch in a casual atmosphere. Fresh soups, salads and signature salad dressings round out the New Yorkstyle deli experience. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.
LUVBERRY CAFE 32 St. George St., St. Augustine, 217-4206 Fresh, locally roasted Bold Bean brand coffees are served here, along with organic and fair-trade coffees and espresso, fat-free frozen yogurt, and 16 Blue Bell ice cream flavors. $ K TO Daily
MAPLE STREET BISCUIT COMPANY 2004 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 398-1004 410 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 853-5688 1171 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill, 518-4907, maplestreetbiscuits.com Combine Southern comfort food — pulled pork, fried chicken, bacon — with options like goat cheese, dill pickles, pepper jelly, collards, sausage gravy, fried eggs, put them in a flaky, fresh biscuit and top with various sauces, gravies and dressings, and stand back. sides, coffee and soda, too. $ TO B L Mon.-Sat.; D Fri. & Sat.
MARCHÉ BURETTE 6800 First Coast Hwy., Amelia Island, 491-4834, omnihotels.com This old-fashioned gourmet food market and deli, in The Spa & Shops at Omni Amelia Island Plantation, offers a Continental breakfast; lunch features flatbreads. $$$ BW K TO L D Daily
OLIO MARKET 301 E. Bay St., Downtown, 356-7100, oliomarket.com A foodie favorite, Olio serves made-from-scratch
501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 460-9311, originalcafe11.com This former convenience store serves coffee drinks, vegetarian meals and meaty Southern comfort dishes. At night, it features some of the best bands in indie rock. Just a block from the beach, Café Eleven serves breakfast (brunch on weekends). $ FB B L D Daily
PINEGROVE MEAT MARKET & DELI 1511 Pine Grove Ave., Avondale, 389-8655, pinegrovemarket.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner For more than 40 years, Pinegrove has been serving hearty breakfasts and lunches featuring Cuban sandwiches, burgers, subs, wraps and homemade chicken salad in a family atmosphere. The onsite butcher shop sells USDA choice prime aged beef cut to order. Craft beers are available. $ BW TO B L D Mon.-Sat.
THE PITA PIT 1810 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 5, Fleming Island, 579-4930, pitapitusa.com 500 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 685-4567 This upbeat restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner all day. All of the fresh ingredients are available in a pita or a salad. All-natural smoothies are also served. $ TO B L D Daily
PLAYERS CAFÉ 262 Solana Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, 273-5595 Owner Mike Furgal runs a family-friendly, golf themed restaurant, serving fresh grouper sub, Cuban sandwiches and Philly cheesesteaks. $ B L Daily
RUSS-DOE’S SANDWICH SHOP 1745 E. Church St., Downtown, 353-9065 Talleyrand sandwich shop offers breakfast items,
as well as classic American lunch fare, including PB&J, egg salad, and pimento cheese sandwiches. Dine outside at picnic tables on the decks. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.
SCHMAGEL’S BAGELS 69 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 824-4444, schmagelsbagel.com Fast and affordable, all meals are prepared with Boars Head meats, local produce, kosher Norwegian lox and panini. Outdoor dining is available. $ TO B R L Daily
THE SECRET GARDEN CAFÉ 10095 Beach Blvd., Ste. 600, Southside, 645-0859, secretgardencafe.net This café serves homestyle breakfast and lunch in a gothic garden setting. Southern comfort menu items include eggs Benedict, fried green tomatoes, meatloaf and made-from-scratch desserts. Work by local artists is displayed. $$ BW K TO B L Daily
THE SHEIK SANDWICHES DELI 9720 Atlantic Blvd., Regency, 721-2660 2708 N. Main St., Northside, 353-8181 7361 103rd St., Westside, 778-4805 5172 Normandy Blvd., Westside, 786-7641 1994 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-2677 Family-owned-and-operated, The Sheik restaurants have served Northeast Florida for more than 40 years, offering a full breakfast — from pitas to country plates — and an extensive lunch menu. $ TO B L D Mon.-Sat.
SOUP’S ON JACKSONVILLE 1526 King St., Riverside, 387-9394, soupsonjax.com 645 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 387-9394 These casual spots have good-for-you soups, sandwiches and salads without the usual fat and salt, but with plenty of flavor. Hot and cold gourmet seafood and meat dishes, as well as vegetarian and vegan selections. There are fresh and frozen soups for take-out. $ TO L D Daily
SUN DELI 1011 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 270-1040,
sundelisubs.com Traditional subs like Reubens, triple-decker and chicken club, as well as build-your-own from corned beef, salami, pastrami, turkey and liverwurst. Signature subs include the Radical Side (tuna salad, egg salad, American cheese, lettuce, tomato) or 9.0 (Philly-style steak, American cheese, bacon, pepperoni, blackened seasoning). Salads and soups. $ TO L Mon.-Sat.
TIDBITS RESTAURANT 1076 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 396-0528, tidbitsfood.com For more than 25 years, Clara’s Tidbits has specialized in good food served in a friendly atmosphere, including popular lunch items like chicken salad and unique avocado sandwiches. Delivery available. $ TO L Mon.-Fri.
TIDBITS EXPRESS 8535 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 516-4144 This little spot serves the same lunch items as Tidbits. Place your order at a terminal — but there are real people there in case you need assistance. $ TO L Mon.-Fri.
UPTOWN MARKET 1303 Main St. N., Springfield, 355-0734, uptownmarketjax.com Bite Club certified Located in the 1300 Building at the corner of Third and Main. Fresh quality fare created with the same élan that rules at Burrito Gallery. Innovative breakfast, lunch and dinner farm-to-table selections and creative daily specials. $$ BW TO B L Daily
VILLAGE BREAD CAFE 8221 Southside Blvd., Ste. 24, Deerwood, 527-3451 Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 130, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, 683-7244 5215 Philips Hwy., Southside, 732-2261 10111 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 262-0740, villagebreadcafe.com These locally owned restaurants offer breakfast (featuring a variety of bagels and omelets), and lunch (featuring sandwiches on homestyle bread, big salads, pizzas and pastries). $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.
WHITEWAY DELICATESSEN 1237 King St., Riverside, 389-0355 This King Street mainstay has an extensive sandwich selection, including some items you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. It’s also a good spot to catch current and former politicos talking about the city’s future over tabouli or ham sandwiches. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.
CASUAL SPOTS & JOINTS ALL AMERICAN HOT DOG 10365 Beach Blvd., Southside, 641-5794, allamericanhotdog.com This family-owned casual spot has been around since 1967, offering all-beef hot dogs served in toasted buns, dressed up with a variety of homestyle toppings, as well as steak pitas, burgers and subs. $ K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
ANDY’S FARMERS MARKET GRILL 1810 W. Beaver St., Jacksonville, 354-2821, jaxfarmersmarket.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Andy’s has the freshest ingredients at their fingertips, since it’s smack dab amid the landmark Jacksonville Farmers Market, with more than 75 years of offering local, regional and international produce. The new spot here, at the edge of the Urban Core, serves breakfast items, sandwiches, snacks and beverages. $ B L D Mon.-Sat.
BISTRO 41° 3563 Philips Hwy., Ste. 104, Southside, 446-9738
Daily specials, burgers, salads, paninis, gyros, fresh homemade soups, served in a relaxing spot. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.
BOLD CITY GRILL 10605 Deerwood Park Blvd., Deerwood, 564-4772 2013 Best of Jax Winner Casual Bold City Grill features local microbrews on tap with a daily happy hour. The menu includes fresh local seafood, Angus steaks, salads, sandwiches and burgers, and there’s flatscreen TVs all over the place. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily
BURRITO GALLERY & BAR 21 E. Adams St., Downtown, 598-2922, burritogallery.com
BURRITO GALLERY EXPRESS 1333 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 242-8226 2013 Best of Jax Winner Popular Burrito Gallery serves Southwestern cuisine with an emphasis on innovative burritos, including ginger teriyaki tofu and beef barbacoa, as well as wraps and tacos. Local art is displayed, and live music or DJs are on the back deck during Art Walk and other special events. The Gallery’s kid sister Burrito Express is mostly take-out, featuring the same great chow and fast service. $ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.
BURRITO WORKS TACO SHOP 671 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 217-7451 114 St. George St., St. Augustine, 823-1229, burritoworks.com Baja-style tacos and burritos, 100 percent vegetarian bean burritos, fish tacos and hormonefree meats, along with homemade guacamole. $ TO L D Daily
CHOMP CHOMP 106 E. Adams St., Downtown, 762-4667 This spot has eats at moderate prices – most less than $10. Chef-inspired street food includes panko-crusted chicken, burgers, chinois tacos, bahn mi and barbecue. $ L Tue.-Fri.; D Thur.-Sat.
CHOW DOWN ALLEY 14775 Old St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 3, Mandarin, 880-7900, chowdownalley.com Family-operated Chow Down Alley serves breakfast sandwiches, burgers, salads and specialty sandwiches. $ B L Mon.-Fri.
CRUISERS GRILL 319 23rd Ave. S. (Pablo Plaza), Jax Beach, 270-0356 5613 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 1, Lakewood, 737-2874 3 St. George St., St. Augustine, 824-6993, cruisersgrill.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Locally owned and operated for more than 15 years — Bobby Handmaker is a pro — this casual restaurant serves half-pound burgers, fish sandwiches, big salads, award-winning cheddar fries and sangria. $ BW K L D Daily
DAVE & BUSTER’S 7025 Salisbury Rd. S. (I-95 & JTB), Southside, 296-1525, daveandbusters.com This 40,000-square-foot restaurant/entertainment complex includes a dining room for a quiet meal away from the games. But what fun is that? D&B’s Million Dollar Midway has the latest electronic interactive games and simulators as well as traditional favorites. $$ FB K L D Daily
DELICOMB DELICATESSEN & ESPRESSO BAR 102 Sixth Ave. N., Jax Beach, 372-4192, delicomb.com The folks at this family-owned-and-operated deli make everything with natural and organic ingredients — no hydrogenated oils or highfructose corn syrup. Granola, tuna salad, kimchee, wraps and spicy panini melts are part of the varied menu. Delicomb — just steps from the sand —
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Chef Jason Swed, at Orange Park’s Hilltop, prepares to dig into a New York strip topped with port wine demi-glaze, mashed potatoes and haricot verts. uses coffees from Strongtree and George Howell Coffee Company. WiFi, too. $ TO B L Tue.-Sun.
D&LP SUBS 1409 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 247-4700, dlpsubs.com This sub place in Jax Beach offers a variety of subs, gourmet salads, wings, pizzas with all the toppings, and pasta dinners. $ K TO L D Daily
THE FLAME BROILER THE RICE BOWL KING
303 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2006 “FA” is short for First Access — this beachy café is located north of the County Pier, directly across from the first beach access to St. Augustine Beach. The tiny kitchen cranks out daily specials, like jerk fish and mango wrap. $ BW K L D Tue.-Sun.
9822 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 103, Southside, 619-2786 7159 Philips Hwy., Ste. 104, Southside, 337-0007 Built on the concept of healthy, inexpensive fast food prepared with no transfats, MSG, frying, or skin on meat. Fresh veggies, steamed brown or white rice along with grilled beef, chicken and Korean short ribs are featured. $ K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
FIRST WATCH
GREEN ERTH BISTRO
FA CAFÉ
544 Marsh Landing Pkwy., Ste. 4, Jax Beach, 834-3789 13470 Beach Blvd., Intracoastal, 223-0909 11111 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 14, Mandarin, 268-8331, firstwatch.com Breakfast has all the favorites: French toast, egg dishes, pancakes, sides. Lunch offers sandwiches and salads. $ K B L Daily
FIVE GUYS FAMOUS BURGERS & FRIES 4413 Town Center Pkwy., St. Johns Town Center, 996-6900 9039 Southside Blvd., Southside, 538-9100 13760 St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 402-8036 1605 C.R. 220, Ste. 130, Fleming island, 592-4896 311 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 694-0374 3267 Hodges Blvd., Ste. 6, Intracoastal, 992-4680 1910 Wells Rd., Ste. C02D-5, Orange Park, 637-0414 9630 Applecross Rd., Ste. 106, Orange Park, 573-0900 1620 Margaret St., Ste. 105, Riverside, 425-3380 10061 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 493-5414 13249 City Square Dr., River City Marketplace, 751-9711, fiveguys.com 28 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
2013 Best of Jax Winner Five Guys offers burgers made with fresh ground beef and finished from a wide selection of toppings, including fried onions, jalapeños or sautéed mushrooms. Fries, kosher hot dogs and soft drinks round out the menu. $ TO L D Daily
1520 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 398-9156, green-erth-bistro.com Green Erth serves Cali-inspired fare – featuring vegan and vegetarian – made with natural, organic ingredients, including breakfast items, big salads, soups, paninis, sandwiches, hot dishes and desserts. Organic teas, coffees and juices and Intuition Ale Works brews, too. $$ BW L Mon.-Fri.; D Tue.-Sat.
GREEN TURTLE TAVERN 14 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 321-2324 Housed in a historic shotgun shack, this hangout has Chicago-style Vienna beef hot dogs and pub fare, cold beer and a chill atmosphere. Live music is featured weekends. $ FB L Daily; D Tue.-Sat.
GRINDER’S CAFE 10230 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 8 & 9, Arlington, 725-2712 For more than 20 years, Grinders Café has been serving up homestyle veggies, burgers, meatloaf, pork chops, seafood and desserts. $ K TO B L Daily
urban sheik THE HAPPY TOMATO COURTYARD CAFÉ & BBQ 7 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 321-0707, thehappytomatocafe.com This historic district restaurant serves fresh salads, deli sandwiches and barbecue — pulled pork, smoked turkey and ribs — in an easy, laid-back atmosphere. Homemade walnut chocolate chunk cookies are a specialty. $ BW K TO L Mon.-Sat.
1545 C.R. 220, Orange Park, 278-2827 1404 S. Orange Ave., Green Cove Springs, 284-7789 1330 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 276-7370, larryssubs.com With locations all over Northeast Florida, Larry’s Giant Subs is known for piling subs high and serving ’em fast for nearly 30 years. In addition to a wide selection of hot and cold subs, Larry’s features soups and salads. $ K TO B L D Daily
HARPOON LOUIE’S
MERCURY MOON GRILL & BAR
4070 Herschel St., Ste. 8, Avondale, 389-5631, harpoonlouies.net Locally-owned-and-operated, this American pub has been a fixture in the Avondale area for 20-plus years. The menu has half-pound burgers, fish sandwiches and pasta, and happy hour is held during the week. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
2015 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 215-8999 Mercury Moon serves a variety of burgers and wings and signature sandwiches, including Philly cheesesteak, fried fi sh sandwich and the halfpound Moon burger. Live music is featured Mon., Wed., Fri. and Sat. $ FB D Nightly
HAZEL’S HOT DOGS
1020 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 501-9592, nalusstaugustine.com Locals love this funky taco stand in the Surf Station parking lot, which serves fresh island style beef, chicken, fish and vegetarian tacos and burritos. Pick up to-go or dine outside on picnic tables. $ TO L D Wed.-Sun.
2400 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine, 824-8484 Named for the owners’ Chihuahua, Hazel’s offers a variety of wieners and all the embellishments from its modest digs west of downtown. $ K TO L D Daily
HERO’S 19TH HOLE 605 S. Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 249-0761, heros19thhole.com Inside Jax Beach Golf Course clubhouse, this casual spot has an expanded breakfast menu, lunch and drink specials, plus burgers and hot dogs. Dollar drafts are featured. Happy hour is held Mon.-Fri. $$ FB K B L D Daily
HOT DOG HUT 1439 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 247-3641, hotdoghut.net This spot serves a vast selection of dogs and sausages, and a variety of toppings, as well as hamburgers, beer-battered onion rings and seasoned French fries. $ BW TO L Daily
THE HOT DOG SPOT & MORE 2771 Monument Rd., Ste. 32, Regency, 646-0050, thehotdogspotjax.com Located in Cobblestone Crossing, Hot Dog Spot serves sausages, all-beef hot dogs, and items like wings, Philly cheesesteaks and burgers, all cooked to order. $ K TO L Daily
JOHNNY’S DELI & GRILLE 474 Riverside Ave., Riverside, 356-8055 Johnny’s experienced staff cooks up made-to-order breakfast and lunch fare, including grilled wraps, gyros and grilled chicken salad. $ TO B L Mon.-Sat.
KICKBACKS GASTROPUB 910 King St., Riverside, 388-9551 2013 Best of Jax Winner This neighborhood hot spot serves breakfast, lunch and dinner 20 hours a day, with a full bar that has more than 655 bottled beers and another 84 on tap. An innovative take on standard pub fare is offered. There’s live music Thur. and Sun., and flatscreen TVs dot the interior. Happy hour is held Mon.-Fri. Outdoor seating is available. $$ FB K TO B L D Daily
LARRY’S GIANT SUBS 1301 Monument Rd., Arlington, 724-5802 10750 Atlantic Blvd., Intracoastal, 642-6980 3611 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Southside, 641-6499 4479 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., Southside, 425-4060 3928 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 737-7740 8616 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 739-2498 830 A1A N., Ste. 6, Ponte Vedra, 273-3993 657 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 247-9620 11365 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 3, Mandarin, 674-2945 12001 Lem Turner Rd., Northside, 764-9999 1509 Margaret St., Riverside, 674-2794 7859 Normandy Blvd., Westside, 781-7600 5733 Roosevelt Blvd., Westside, 446-9500 8102 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 1, Westside, 779-1933 700 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 15, Orange Park, 272-3553
NALU’S TROPICAL TAKE-OUT
NED’S SOUTHSIDE KITCHEN 2450 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 794-2088, nedssouthside.com After remodeling, popular Ned’s is once again open. The casual island-influenced restaurant features Mediterranean dishes, tacos, meat loaf and shrimp and grits, in addition to vegetarian options. There’s a drive-thru to pick up orders. $ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.
NEWK’S EXPRESS CAFE 9047 Southside Blvd., Ste. 1, Southside, 527-2402 14964 Max Leggett Pkwy., Ste. 408, Northside, 751-1261, newks.com Just because the service is lightning-fast doesn’t mean the quality suffers. Newk’s offers made-toorder toasted sandwiches, hand-tossed salads with homemade-style dressings, as well as Californiastyle pizzas and desserts. $ BW K TO L D Daily
MOJO’S TACOS 551 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 829-1665, mojosontheblvd.com This family-owned spot offers double-decker style tacos, big, tasty burritos and fresh salads. $ BW TO L D Daily
ORANGE TREE HOT DOGS 8380 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 4, Baymeadows, 733-0588 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, Intracoastal, 551-3661 840 Nautica Dr., River City Marketplace, Ste. 125, 751-6006, orangetreehotdogs.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Known since 1968 for their Orange Frost drink, Orange Tree serves hot dogs — topped with slaw, chili, cheese, onion sauce or sauerkraut — as well as personal pizzas. $ TO L D Daily
PHILLY’S FINEST CHEESESTEAKS & PIZZA 1527 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 241-7188, phillys-finest.com This casual restaurant serves authentic Philly cheesesteaks made with Amoroso’s bread and steaks flown in direct from Philadelphia. The Ice Bar features a wide selection of beer. $ BW L D Daily
CABARET BELLYDANCING Friday and Saturday
KITCHEN SERVICE Full kitchen service from 11 a.m. - 2 a.m. daily
HAPPY HOUR MONDAYS
Enjoy Happy Hour all day & all night
TRIVIA Tuesday
RED FROG & McTOAD’S GRUB-N-PUB 5545 A1A S., St. Augustine, 814-8430, redfrogandmctoads.com This casual spot offers award-winning chowder, seafood, chicken, pasta and sandwiches. $$ FB K TO B L D Daily
SANDOLLAR RESTAURANT 9716 Heckscher Dr., Northside, 251-2449, sandollarrestaurantjax.com Right on the banks of the St. Johns, Sandollar offers seafood, steaks, chicken and pasta. Dine inside or
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THE HAPPY TOMATO COURTYARD CAFÉ & BBQ 7 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 321-0707, thehappytomatocafe.com This historic district restaurant serves fresh salads, deli sandwiches and barbecue — pulled pork, smoked turkey and ribs — in an easy, laid-back atmosphere. Homemade walnut chocolate chunk cookies are a specialty. $ BW K TO L Mon.-Sat.
1545 C.R. 220, Orange Park, 278-2827 1404 S. Orange Ave., Green Cove Springs, 284-7789 1330 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 276-7370, larryssubs.com With locations all over Northeast Florida, Larry’s Giant Subs is known for piling subs high and serving ’em fast for nearly 30 years. In addition to a wide selection of hot and cold subs, Larry’s features soups and salads. $ K TO B L D Daily
HARPOON LOUIE’S
MERCURY MOON GRILL & BAR
4070 Herschel St., Ste. 8, Avondale, 389-5631, harpoonlouies.net Locally-owned-and-operated, this American pub has been a fixture in the Avondale area for 20-plus years. The menu has half-pound burgers, fish sandwiches and pasta, and happy hour is held during the week. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
2015 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 215-8999 Mercury Moon serves a variety of burgers and wings and signature sandwiches, including Philly cheesesteak, fried fi sh sandwich and the halfpound Moon burger. Live music is featured Mon., Wed., Fri. and Sat. $ FB D Nightly
HAZEL’S HOT DOGS
1020 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 501-9592, nalusstaugustine.com Locals love this funky taco stand in the Surf Station parking lot, which serves fresh island style beef, chicken, fish and vegetarian tacos and burritos. Pick up to-go or dine outside on picnic tables. $ TO L D Wed.-Sun.
2400 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine, 824-8484 Named for the owners’ Chihuahua, Hazel’s offers a variety of wieners and all the embellishments from its modest digs west of downtown. $ K TO L D Daily
HERO’S 19TH HOLE 605 S. Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 249-0761, heros19thhole.com Inside Jax Beach Golf Course clubhouse, this casual spot has an expanded breakfast menu, lunch and drink specials, plus burgers and hot dogs. Dollar drafts are featured. Happy hour is held Mon.-Fri. $$ FB K B L D Daily
HOT DOG HUT 1439 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 247-3641, hotdoghut.net This spot serves a vast selection of dogs and sausages, and a variety of toppings, as well as hamburgers, beer-battered onion rings and seasoned French fries. $ BW TO L Daily
THE HOT DOG SPOT & MORE 2771 Monument Rd., Ste. 32, Regency, 646-0050, thehotdogspotjax.com Located in Cobblestone Crossing, Hot Dog Spot serves sausages, all-beef hot dogs, and items like wings, Philly cheesesteaks and burgers, all cooked to order. $ K TO L Daily
JOHNNY’S DELI & GRILLE 474 Riverside Ave., Riverside, 356-8055 Johnny’s experienced staff cooks up made-to-order breakfast and lunch fare, including grilled wraps, gyros and grilled chicken salad. $ TO B L Mon.-Sat.
KICKBACKS GASTROPUB 910 King St., Riverside, 388-9551 2013 Best of Jax Winner This neighborhood hot spot serves breakfast, lunch and dinner 20 hours a day, with a full bar that has more than 655 bottled beers and another 84 on tap. An innovative take on standard pub fare is offered. There’s live music Thur. and Sun., and flatscreen TVs dot the interior. Happy hour is held Mon.-Fri. Outdoor seating is available. $$ FB K TO B L D Daily
LARRY’S GIANT SUBS 1301 Monument Rd., Arlington, 724-5802 10750 Atlantic Blvd., Intracoastal, 642-6980 3611 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Southside, 641-6499 4479 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., Southside, 425-4060 3928 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 737-7740 8616 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 739-2498 830 A1A N., Ste. 6, Ponte Vedra, 273-3993 657 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 247-9620 11365 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 3, Mandarin, 674-2945 12001 Lem Turner Rd., Northside, 764-9999 1509 Margaret St., Riverside, 674-2794 7859 Normandy Blvd., Westside, 781-7600 5733 Roosevelt Blvd., Westside, 446-9500 8102 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 1, Westside, 779-1933 700 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 15, Orange Park, 272-3553 30 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
NALU’S TROPICAL TAKE-OUT
NED’S SOUTHSIDE KITCHEN 2450 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 794-2088, nedssouthside.com After remodeling, popular Ned’s is once again open. The casual island-influenced restaurant features Mediterranean dishes, tacos, meat loaf and shrimp and grits, in addition to vegetarian options. There’s a drive-thru to pick up orders. $ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.
NEWK’S EXPRESS CAFE 9047 Southside Blvd., Ste. 1, Southside, 527-2402 14964 Max Leggett Pkwy., Ste. 408, Northside, 751-1261, newks.com Just because the service is lightning-fast doesn’t mean the quality suffers. Newk’s offers made-toorder toasted sandwiches, hand-tossed salads with homemade-style dressings, as well as Californiastyle pizzas and desserts. $ BW K TO L D Daily
MOJO’S TACOS 551 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 829-1665, mojosontheblvd.com This family-owned spot offers double-decker style tacos, big, tasty burritos and fresh salads. $ BW TO L D Daily
ORANGE TREE HOT DOGS 8380 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 4, Baymeadows, 733-0588 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, Intracoastal, 551-3661 840 Nautica Dr., River City Marketplace, Ste. 125, 751-6006, orangetreehotdogs.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Known since 1968 for their Orange Frost drink, Orange Tree serves hot dogs — topped with slaw, chili, cheese, onion sauce or sauerkraut — as well as personal pizzas. $ TO L D Daily
PHILLY’S FINEST CHEESESTEAKS & PIZZA 1527 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 241-7188, phillys-finest.com This casual restaurant serves authentic Philly cheesesteaks made with Amoroso’s bread and steaks flown in direct from Philadelphia. The Ice Bar features a wide selection of beer. $ BW L D Daily
RED FROG & McTOAD’S GRUB-N-PUB 5545 A1A S., St. Augustine, 814-8430, redfrogandmctoads.com This casual spot offers award-winning chowder, seafood, chicken, pasta and sandwiches. $$ FB K TO B L D Daily
SANDOLLAR RESTAURANT 9716 Heckscher Dr., Northside, 251-2449, sandollarrestaurantjax.com Right on the banks of the St. Johns, Sandollar offers seafood, steaks, chicken and pasta. Dine inside or
out on the deck featuring a panoramic view of the river. Seafood buffet every Wed. Live music. $$ FB R Sun.; L D Daily
SANDY BOTTOMS BEACH BAR & GRILL 2910 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, 310-6904, sandybottomsamelia.com Owner Claude Hartley offers seafood, sandwiches and pizzas. Dine indoors or out on the deck overlooking the ocean. Live music every Wed.-Sun. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
SCARLETT O’HARA’S 70 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 824-6535, scarlettoharas.net The restaurant, in a historic 1861 house with an outdoor bar and pub interior, offers pit-smoked barbecue, seafood, burgers, wings, steamed oysters and appetizers. Live music is featured nightly. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
THE SKYLINE DINING & CONFERENCE CENTER 50 N. Laura St., Ste. 4200, Downtown, 791-9533 ext. 241, aramarkcafe.com On Bank of America’s 42nd floor, this cafe offers a spectacular riverview to the busy lunch crowd. $$ FB TO L Mon.-Fri.
STAN’S SANDWICH & GRILL 1562 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 398-6642 Marking more than 30 years in the same location, Stan’s serves up breakfast pita sandwiches, omelets and pancakes, as well as hand-pattied burgers, dogs, subs, barbecue and fresh cherry limeade. $ TO B L Mon.-Sat.
SWEET TOMATOES 1625 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 269-6116 1115 Mary Susan Dr., (off Atlantic Boulevard), Regency, 722-9889, souplantation.com The 60-foot salad bar has four types of salads, fresh cut vegetables and deli items, pasta salads and a dozen dressings, plus soups, pizza and desserts. $ TO L D Daily
T.G.I. FRIDAY’S 4409 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, 997-8700 9400 Atlantic Blvd., Regency, 721-2200 1910 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 215-7030 318 S.R. 312, St. Augustine, 808-8443, tgifridays.com T.G.I.Fridays offers pasta, burgers, steaks and seafood. $$ FB K L D Daily
TIDES BEACH BAR & GRILLE 1515 N. First St., Jax Beach, 241-2311 This spot in the Hampton Inn Oceanfront offers casual, beach-vibed dining inside and out, with a great oceanfront vista. $ FB L D Daily
WIPEOUTS GRILL 1585 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 247-4508, wipeoutsgrill.info This casual, beachy sports place serves burgers, wings, fish tacos and plenty of cold beer — wine, too — in a relaxing atmosphere. $ FB K TO R, Sun.; L D Daily
ZOËS KITCHEN 240 A1A, Ste. 5, Ponte Vedra Beach, 273-1100 1661 Riverside Ave., Riverside, 355-9637 4624 Town Crossing Dr., Ste. 149, St. Johns Town Center, 641-2130, zoeskitchen.com Original recipes, with Mediterranean and Greek influences, include homemade, made-to-order sandwiches, grilled feta sandwiches and whole dinners, all available to go. Desserts include homemade ya-yas (a chocolate sheet cake). $$ K L D Daily
CHINESE CUISINE CHUN KING 2771 Monument Rd., Ste. 33, Arlington, 646-1393 From sushi to soup to fried bananas, Chun King offers daily chef specials and all-you-caneat Mongolian barbecue. Sake and a full menu, including Thai and Japanese dishes, are also
Dennise Feliciano makes the drinks at Bento’s new Tinseltown location while you feast on sushi, bulgogi and curry. served. All food is MSG-free. $ BW TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
GOLDEN CHINA CHINESE RESTAURANT 11112 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 23, Mandarin, 260-8836, goldenchina1.com Mandarin, Szechwan and Cantonese dishes are served along with daily lunch and dinner buffets featuring 26 items on the hot bar and eight items on the cold bar. $$ BW TO L D Daily
GREAT WALL CHINESE RESTAURANT 12200 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 4, Mandarin, 262-9107 This popular restaurant’s menu features Szechwan, Hunan and Cantonese dishes. $ TO L D Daily
HAWKERS ASIAN STREET FARE
MR. CHAN ASIAN CUISINE 13947 Beach Blvd., Ste. 110, Intracoastal, 992-1388, mrchanasiancuisine.com Mr. Chan offers a variety of Pan-Asian fare, chef ’s specialties including a classic spicy-cabbage kimchi, as well as traditional dishes. $$ L, Wed.-Sun.; D Tue.-Sun.
PAGODA CHINESE RESTAURANT 8617 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 731-0880, pagodarestaurant.net Mr. Tam, owner and chef, has been serving customers since 1975. Popular dishes include the seafood combination (lobster, shrimp, scallops and Chinese vegetables) and spicy General Tso chicken. The sweet-and-sour selections are yummy, too. $ FB TO L D Mon.-Sat.
1001 Park St., 5 Points, 508-0342, hawkerstreetfare.com This place is based on the variety of fare offered by Asian street vendors, peddling their authentic dishes from mobile stalls. The chefs here collected the best hawker recipes to serve under one roof. $ BW TO L D Daily
P.F. CHANG’S
JADE’S BISTRO
WOK N’ ROLL
1484 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach, 321-2777, jadesbistrofl.com The menu here is Asian fusion, and it ranges from traditional General Tso’s chicken to Thai-style mango prawns. $$ BW TO L D Daily
3791 Palm Valley Rd., Ste. 203, Ponte Vedra, 543-7666, woknrollpontevedra.com This spot in the Valley serves authentic Chinese cuisine made with fresh ingredients. $ TO L D Daily
MAMA FU’S ASIAN HOUSE 11105 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 260-1727, mamafus.com MSG-free pan-Asian cuisine is prepared to order in woks using fresh ingredients. Authentic Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese and Thai dishes are served. Take-out’s available up to 15 minutes before closing. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
10281 Midtown Pkwy., Ste. 137, St. Johns Town Center, 641-3392, pfchangs.com This popular chain restaurant features traditional chicken, duck, pork, beef and lamb dishes, plus vegetarian plates and gluten-free selections. $$ FB K L D Daily
COFFEEHOUSES AMELIA ISLAND COFFEE & ICE CREAM 207 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 321-2111 This spot offers fresh-roasted coffee, cappuccino, frozen drinks, sandwiches, soups and nine flavors of gelato. $ TO Daily
BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS 869 Stockton St., Stes. 1-2, Riverside, 855-1181 2400 S. Third St., Ste. 201, Jax Beach, boldbeancoffee.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Bold Bean brings a small-batch, artisanal approach to roasting coffee. Located in Riverside, Bold Bean features organic and fair trade coffees. $ BW TO B L Daily
BREEZY COFFEE SHOP CAFE 235 Eighth Ave. S., Jax Beach, 241-2211 Casual, family-owned coffee shop serves fresh baked goods and a variety of espressos and locally roasted coffees, plus vegan and gluten-free options. Sandwiches, salads, local beer, wine and mimosas, too. Relax indoors or outside. $ BW K TO B R L Daily
BREW 1024 Park St., Riverside, 374-5789 This new craft beer and espresso bar in the heart of historic 5 Points offers local craft beers, soft drinks and toast from Community Loaves. $$ B L Sun. & Mon.; B L D Tue.-Sat.
THE COFFEE GRINDER 9834 Baymeadows Rd., Deerwood Village, 642-7600, thecoffeegrinderjax.com Owner Slava Micukic runs this coffee gallery, which features works by local artists. A full coffee/espresso menu includes frozen mochas and frozen jet teas. Beer is served after 7 p.m. $ BW L D Daily
THE COFFEE BARD 9735 Old St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 13, Mandarin, 260-0810, thecoffeebard.com This new world coffeehouse and gathering place just got their sign up! Coffees, breakfast and drinks (according to Facebook). $$ TO B L D Tue.-Sun.
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249-2922, lilliescoffeebar.com A beaches landmark, Lillie’s serves locally roasted coffee, eggs, bagels, flatbreads sandwiches, salads and desserts. Dine indoors or out, with patio and courtyard seating. Live music every Fri.-Sat. $$ BW TO B L D Daily
THREE LAYERS CAFE 1602 Walnut St., Springfield, 355-9791, threelayersacoffeehouse.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This coffeehouse offers homemade desserts and pastries, light lunches and ready-to-go bistro salads in a renovated Springfield space. Beer (featuring Bold City Brewery beers) and wine are served. Indoors and courtyard dining. Local artists’ works decorate the walls. Free Wi-Fi. Live music is presented Wed.-Sun. and The Cellar is an adjacent wine bar. $$ BW B L D Daily
URBAN GRIND COFFEE COMPANY 50 N. Laura St., Downtown, 806-5535, urbangrindcoffeeco.com In Bank of America Tower, Urban Grind offers a variety of locally roasted whole bean brewed coffee, espresso drinks, smoothies, fresh pastries and bagels with homemade cream cheeses. Lunch includes chicken and tuna salads and sandwiches. Free Wi-Fi. $ B L Mon.-Fri.
DINERS BEACH DINER 501 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 249-6500 11362 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 683-0079 880 A1A N., Ponte Vedra, 273-6545, beachdiner.com This locally owned diner has indoor and outdoor seating and Southern comfort menu items including fresh seafood, sandwiches and hot lunch specials. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available all day. $ K B R L Daily
THE BUNNERY BAKERY & CAFÉ 121 St. George St., St. Augustine, 829-6166, bunnerybakeryandcafe.com Located in the heart of the historic district, the Bunnery offers homemade almond-chocolate croissants, assorted brownies and cookies, and pastries in addition to serving up full Southern breakfasts, sandwiches and espressos. $ TO B L Daily
CARL’S MAIN STREET RESTAURANT
3580 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-2669 Owners Ian and Mary Chase offer fresh diner fare and homemade desserts. Breakfast is served all day, along with signature items such as burgers, meatloaf and fried green tomatoes. A Jacksonville landmark for more than 50 years, The Fox is open daily. $$ BW K L D Daily
GEORGIE’S DINER 100 Malaga St., St. Augustine, 819-9006, thealcazarcafe.com Georgie’s serves homestyle fare and Greek specialties from George Chryssaidis, who also owns nearby Athena Restaurant. Outdoor seating available. $$ BW B L D Daily
JACK & DIANE’S 708 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 321-1444, jackanddianescafe.com In a renovated 1887 shotgun home, the café serves favorites: jambalaya, French toast and mac-ncheese. A vegan and vegetarian selection, too. Dine indoors or on a porch overlooking historic downtown Fernandina. $$ FB K B L D Daily
JOHNNY ANGEL’S DINER 3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 120, Southside, 997-9850, johnnyangelsdiner.com This diner, located near University of North Florida, serves dishes that reflect its ’50s-style décor, including Blueberry Hill pancakes, Fats Domino omelet and Elvis special combo platter, as well as burgers and hand-dipped shakes. Live entertainment, monthly car shows. $ BW K TO B L D Daily
METRO DINER 3302 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 398-3701 12807 San Jose Blvd., Julington, 638-6185 1534 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 853-6817 4495 Roosevelt Blvd., Ortega, 999-4600, metrodiner.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner The original upscale diner is located in a historic 1930s-era building amid San Marco’s residential district, and there are two other locations. All serve meatloaf, chicken pot pie and homemade soups. Guy Fieri filmed an episode of the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins & Dives here. $$ B R L Daily
STEAMIN
1748 N. Main St., Northside, 647-8043 Carl’s Main Street has been serving homestyle breakfast and lunch fare for a dozen years. There’s an all-you-can-eat Sunday buffet. $ TO B L Tue.-Sun.
9703 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 493-2020, eatsteamin.com The classic diner serves steam burgers, fat dogs and chili, more than 50 craft beers. $ FB TO B Sat.-Sun.; L D Daily
CRAZY EGG
UNIVERSITY DINER
954 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill, 524-8711, crazyeggjax.com Breakfast items served till 3 p.m.; lunch includes burgers and sandwiches, dinner features steaks, prime rib, pork chops and shrimp & grits. An all-you-can-eat sideboard during the week. Ingredients are fresh, locally available and organic (when possible). $ BW TO B L D Wed.-Fri.; B L Sat.-Tue.
DEERWOOD DELI & DINER 9934 Old Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 641-4877, deerwooddiner.com This landmark celebrates 40 years of serving yummy comfort food featuring tried-and-true dishes: sandwiches, Angus burgers, soups, desserts, shakes and tuna, chicken, egg and shrimp salads. Dine inside or out on the patio. $$ K TO B L Daily
DERBY ON PARK 1068 Park St., Riverside, 379-3343, derbyonpark.net Owners Michael Williams and Zack Nettles have renovated the whole restaurant, including its menu. Lunch features burgers, sandwiches and salads; dinner offers steaks, chicken, salmon, fish & chips and meatloaf. $$-$$$ FB L D Tue.-Sun., R Sat. & Sun.
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THE FOX RESTAURANT
5959 Merrill Rd., Arlington, 762-3433 The popular diner serves familiar breakfast fare and lunch items like meatloaf, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, BLTs, clubs and melts. Daily specials. $$ BW B L Daily
WHAT’S COOKIN’ 1921 Lane Ave. S., Westside, 683-1306 Homestyle country cookin’ at this family-owned place features Southern dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Friendly service, too. $ B L D Daily
ECLECTIC & UPSCALE AQUA GRILL 950 Sawgrass Village Dr., Ponte Vedra Beach, 285-3017, aquagrill.net Since 1988, this American-eclectic restaurant has served fresh local seafood, aged prime steaks and vegetarian entrées. Patio seating is available. Reservations accepted. $$$ FB L D Daily
THE BACK 40 URBAN CAFÉ 40 S. Dixie Hwy., St. Augustine, 824-0227, back40cafe.com Owner Brian Harmon serves Caribbean-flavored lunch and dinner items – wraps, upside-down
COPELAND’S OF NEW ORLEANS
SALT
4310 Southside Blvd., Southside, 998-4414, copelandsjacksonville.com Copeland’s 80-item New Orleans-themed, awardwinning menu has a wide variety of authentic Creole, Cajun and New Orleans cuisine, including seafood, pasta and steak. Copeland’s has a happy hour every Mon.-Sat. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Amelia Island Pkwy., 277-1100, ritzcarlton.com Chef de Cuisine Richard Laughlin’s award-winning menu features New American cuisine made with simple elements from the earth and sea, like smoked shrimp & grits or steak & eggs cooked on a salt block, served in a contemporary coastal setting. An extensive wine list has more than 500 wines. $$$$ FB D Tue.-Sun.
THE CORNER BISTRO & WINE BAR 9823 Tapestry Park Circle, Ste. 1, Southside, 619-1931, cornerbistrowinebar.com The Corner features casual fine dining, with a menu that blends modern American favorites served with international flair. A full bar is served featuring fine wine, cocktails and martinis. $ FB L D Daily
GYPSY CAB COMPANY 828 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 824-8244, gypsycab.com A mainstay for a quarter-century, Gypsy’s menu changes twice daily. The signature dish is Gypsy chicken; there’s also seafood, tofu, duck and veal dishes. The Sunday brunch draws everyone from churchgoers to bikers. $$ FB R Sun.; L D Daily
MARKER 32 14549 Beach Blvd., Intracoastal Waterway, 223-1534, marker32.com Established in 1992, with an awesome ICW panoramic view, Marker 32 offers an innovative American eclectic menu, featuring fresh, local seafood served overlooking the ICW. Customer favorites include shrimp and Andouille fettuccini, herb-grilled local fish with hoppin john and basil pesto rice, broiled oysters and yellow fin tuna poke. $$$ FB K D Mon.-Sat.
MERGE RESTAURANT
Melissa King cuts into a Thai Pie pizza with spicy Thai sauce, melted cheddar, grilled chicken, carrots, sweet corn, red onion and cilantro, at Your Pie in Fleming Island. chicken potpie and fresh, local seafood – in an 1896 building. Wi-Fi available, and local art adorns the walls. $ BW K L D Daily
287-0766, blackstonegrille.com Blackstone specializes in modern American fusion cuisine, served in a trendy bistro-style setting. $$$ FB L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
bb’s RESTAURANT & BAR
BRICK RESTAURANT
1019 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 306-0100, bbsrestaurant.com There’s sophistication to spare, from the everchanging selection of fine cheeses to the coffee bean carefully placed in each espresso martini. A favorite lunch spot for the Downtown set. $$$ FB R L D Mon.-Sat.
BENNY’S STEAK & SEAFOOD The Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 175, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, 301-1014 Benny’s serves Continental cuisine with such signature dishes as the Filet Christian. $$$ FB K L D Daily
BISCOTTIS 3556 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-2060, biscottis.net 2013 Best of Jax Winner A microcosm of the Avondale neighborhood it calls home, Biscottis serves everything from innovative pizzas to a massive selection of almosttoo-pretty-to-eat desserts. $$$ BW B R L D Daily
BLACK SHEEP RESTAURANT 1534 Oak St., Riverside, 355-3793, blacksheep5points.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Black Sheep serves New American favorites with a Southern twist, made with locally sourced ingredients. Awesome rooftop bar. $$$ FB R Sat. & Sun.; L D Daily
BLACKSTONE GRILLE
3585 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-0606, brickofavondale.com This casual eatery’s exposed-brick façade and interior are modern, but still classic Avondale. Despite the expensive fixtures, you can still grab a burger and watch a game or get the best lamb chops in town. And the veggie burger? Killer. $$$ FB L D Daily
BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE 4910 Big Island Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 807-9960, brioitalian.com This upscale Northern Italian restaurant offers wood-grilled and oven-roasted steaks, chops and seafood. Dine indoors or al fresco on the terrace. $$$ FB K TO R Sat. & Sun.; L D Daily
CAFE FREDA 2782 Park St., Riverside, 619-7687 Cafe Freda serves made-from-scratch global comfort food with classic American, Middle Eastern, French and Indian influences, specializing in fresh local seafood and vegan dishes. $$ BW K TO R L D Tue.-Sun.
CAFÉ NOLA AT MOCA JAX 333 N. Laura St., Downtown, 224-0113, mocajacksonville.org In the Museum of Contemporary Art, Café Nola serves a seasonal and local contemporary cuisine, including seasonal gnocchi, lobster cobb salad and Korean spicy fried chicken wrap. Dinner served Thur. and during First Wednesday Art Walk. $$ FB L Mon.-Fri.; D Thur. & ArtWalk
510 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach, 277-8797 Owner Adam Sears, former Ritz-Carlton sous chef, presents modern American fusion cuisine made with fresh ingredients. The seasonal menu features seafood, and there are duck, chicken and beef dishes, too. $$$ FB D Nightly
NINETEEN AT TPC SAWGRASS
SEVEN BRIDGES GRILLE & BREWERY 9735 Gate Pkwy. N., Tinseltown, 997-1999, 7bridgesgrille.com This grill and brewery features a variety of madefrom-scratch fare, including local seafood, steaks and pizzas. Brewer Aaron Nesbit handcrafts award-winning freshly brewed ales and lagers. Dine indoors or out; use of the pool tables is free until 4 p.m. Live entertainment is featured on Fri., weather permitting. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
STONEWOOD TAVERN & GRILL 3832 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 3, Baymeadows, 739-7206, stonewoodgrill.com The casual, upscale Stonewood Grill offers a flavorful dining experience with a classic American menu. The full bar offers a large wine list and a daily happy hour. $$ FB L D Daily
TASTE FOOD STUDIO 9726 Touchton Rd., Ste. 105, Southside, 647-8298, tastefoodstudio.com TASTE specializes in high-end, higher quality, scratch-made fare, combining upscale dishes with a TASTEfully new twist on global cuisine and American favorites. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
THE TASTING ROOM, WINE & TAPAS 25 Cuna St., St. Augustine, 810-2400, tastetapas.com This upscale contemporary Spanish restaurant fuses innovative tapas with an extensive wine list. Owned by Michael Lugo, The Tasting Room features live music nightly. $$$ BW L Tue.-Sun., D Nightly
TAVERNA
110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, 273-3235, tpc.com In the Tournament Players Club, Sawgrass clubhouse, Nineteen features more than 230 varieties of wines. The restaurant features an array of freshly prepared American and Continental cuisine, including local seafood, served in an inviting interior or al fresco on the verandah. $$$ FB L D Daily
1986 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 398-3005, tavernasanmarco.com Taverna serves modern interpretations of classic recipes with authentic Italian ingredients, seasonal produce and meats from local purveyors, all coexisting on Chef Sam Efron’s menus. The wine list won a Wine Spectator award. Regional craft beers and handcrafted cocktails complete the experience. $$$ FB K TO R L D Daily
OVINTE
TRES LECHES
10208 Buckhead Branch Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 900-7730, ovinte.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This comfortable, chic place features a variety of tapas and small plate items made with Spanish and Italian flavors, including and extensive cheese and charcuterie selection. A 240-bottle wine list, 75 by the glass, and craft spirits are available. Outdoor dining is offered and there’s a bocce court, too. $$ FB TO R, Sun.; D Nightly
PALATE RESTAURANT & RAW BAR 614 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 432-7690, palateamelia.com The new place features upscale Southerninfluenced cuisine and a raw bar. $$ FB K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
PLAE 80 Amelia Village Circle, Amelia Island, 277-2132, plaefl.net Bite Club certified Located in the Spa & Shops at Omni Amelia Island Plantation, this bistro style venue offers an innovative menu (with such crowd pleasers as whole fried fish and duck breast), artistic décor and live entertainment Thur.-Sat. Outdoor dining is available. $$$ FB L Tue.-Sat.; D Nightly
869 Stockton St., Riverside, 551-4375, treslechesdesserts.com This cozy spot offers a variety of items made with a Spanish flavor – quiches, empanadas, arepas, bocadillos – and sandwiches, soups and baked goods. Desserts include chocolate marquesa, Caribbean lime pie and, of course, tres leches. $$ B L D Mon.-Sat.
VERNON’S RESTAURANT 1000 PGA Tour Blvd., Sawgrass Marriott, 280-3405, sawgrassmarriott.com Bite Club certified Named for the developer who helped craft TPC Sawgrass golf courses, this new restaurant features fresh Florida seafood, hand-cut chops and a stellar wine list. Happy hour 5-7 p.m. daily, live music 5 p.m. Fridays. $$$$ FB B Daily; D Nightly
FOOD TRUCKS DRIFTWOOD BBQ 412-4559, driftwoodbbq.com Southern soul influences the barbecue, sandwiches and subs sold from this truck by Pitmaster Patrick O’Grady. Pudding, pulled pork, sides, sliders and chicken are on the changing menu. $ L D
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HAPPY GRILLED CHEESE thehappygrilledchees.wix.com, 451-0126 Anthony Hashem’s truck features more than 50 specialty grilled cheese concoctions, made to order fresh daily, as well as soups and sides. Rotating selection. BYOB. $ L Mon.-Fri.
THE HOME PLATE DINER 1487 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, 247-0100 Breakfast, brunch, burgers. $ B L Daily; D Thur.-Sat.$
LE PETITE CHERI CUPCAKERY 654-7197, lepetitecheri.com Bakery and dessert items, plus ice cream. There are gluten-free and vegetarian options, too. $ L Mon.-Fri.
MONROE’S BBQ 996-7900, monroessmokehousebbq.com Monroe’s serves traditional barbecue and sides. $ L D Daily
MONSTER BURGER N MORE 687-5702, monsterburgernmore.com The menu is ever-changing, but basically it’s chicken and burgers — created in innovative ways — at this food truck. Sides, too. $ L Mon.-Fri.
ON THE FLY SANDWICHES & STUFF 655 W. Adams St., Downtown, 302-2933, ontheflyjax.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Often at the corner of Jefferson and Adams by the new courthouse, this truck, helmed by Chef Andrew Ferenc, serves sandwiches, subs, quesadillas and tacos; gluten-free and vegetarian options are available. $ L Mon.-Fri.
FRENCH CUISINE
Chef/owner Gustavo Ramos of St. Augustine’s Tempo creates a variety of selections, including the House Sandwich with fresh corned beef and sauerkraut on thick marble rye with homemade dressing, roasted fire turkey wrap, and Tropicano Tuna with mango salsa, cilantro and lime.
BISTRO AIX 1440 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 398-1949, bistrox.com Bistro Aix serves French- and Mediterraneaninspired fare in an urban-chic atmosphere in the historic district. The menu changes seasonally, and the wine list includes more than 250 choices. The wood-fired oven baked and grilled specialties include pizza, pasta, risotto, steaks and seafood. Happy hour is Mon.-Fri., featuring hand-crafted cocktails and specialty drinks. Outdoor dining. $$$ FB TO L D Daily
BISTRO DE LEON 12 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, 810-2100, bistrodeleon.com Jean-Stephane Poinard is a fifth-generation French chef who creates dishes with fresh American produce, herbs and seafood. The bread is baked on the premises. $$$ BW K B Sat. & Sun.; L Thur.-Sun.; D Sun.-Tue.
JJ’S BISTRO DE PARIS 7643 Gate Pkwy., Southside, 996-7557, jjbistro.com Authentic French cuisine is served in a comfortable, charming setting. The scratch kitchen offers really fresh soups, stocks, sauces and pastries. $$ BW K L D Mon.-Sat.
JJ’S LIBERTY BISTRO 330 A1A N., Ste. 209, Ponte Vedra, 273-7980, jjbistro.com Traditional French cuisine includes escargot, paté, steak frites, crêpes. Daily specials, specialty pastries and a wide selection of French wines are featured. $$ BW L D Mon.-Sat.
LE CLOS CAFÉ RESTAURANT PROVENCAL 20 S. Second St., Fernandina Beach, 261-8100, leclos.com In Fernandina’s historic district, Le Clos features fresh fish and seafood entrées by candlelight in a turn-of-the-century cottage. Chef/owner Katherine Ewing earned degrees in pastry and cuisine from Le Cordon Bleu, Paris, and trained at Paris Ritz Hotel. Reservations recommended. $$$ BW D Mon.-Sat. 34 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
THE MAGNIFICAT CAFÉ
95 CORDOVA
231 N. Laura St., Downtown, 353-3588, magnificatcafe.com On Hemming Plaza, this French-style café serves French onion soup, quiche Lorraine and fresh fruit salad. Dine indoors or out on the covered patio. $ TO L Mon.-Fri.
95 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 810-6810, casamonica.com In the restored Casa Monica Hotel, this restaurant exudes elegance. The cuisine is a blend of Moroccan, Asian, Mediterranean, Caribbean and European influences. The adjacent Cobalt Lounge features a variety of fine wines. $$$ FB R Sun.; B L D Daily
MIMI’S CAFE 10209 River Coast Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 620-0660, mimiscafe.com Signature quiches, salads, sandwiches, chicken pot pie, beef bourguignon and roasted turkey breast are served in a French cottage-themed spot. $ FB K TO B L D Daily
ORSAY 3630 Park St., Riverside, 381-0909, restaurantorsay.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Chef Brian Siebenschuh eloquently combines French cuisine with Southern American influences to create a menu that spotlights fresh, local ingredients. The restaurant’s farm-to-table dishes earned Orsay a Snail of Approval recommendation from Slow Food First Coast. Steak frites, mussels and Alsatian pork chops are served in an elegant setting. $$$ FB R, Sun.; D Nightly
GLOBAL & INTERNATIONAL CUISINE 619 OCEAN VIEW 619 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Sawgrass Marriott, 285-6198, sawgrassmarriott.com Located at the Cabana Beach Club, 619 Ocean View offers dining with a Mediterranean touch, featuring fresh seafood, grilled steaks and weekly specials. Dine on a balcony over looking the Atlantic. $$$ FB D Wed.-Sun.
AVILÉS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 32 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 829-2277, hiltonhistoricstaugustine.net Located in Hilton Bayfront Hotel, Aviles offers a progressive European-flavored menu, featuring a made-to-order pasta night, wine dinners, chophouse nights and a deluxe breakfast buffet. And a champagne brunch every Sunday — two words: bottomless mimosas! Free valet parking, too. $$$ FB K B L D Daily
AZURÉA 1 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 249-7402, oneoceanresort.com Located within the One Ocean Resort hotel, Azuréa offers elegant oceanfront dining with a menu influenced by flavors of Europe, the Caribbean and the Americas. An extensive wine list is offered. $$$$ FB K B L D Daily
BAXTER’S RESTAURANT
4919 First Coast Hwy., Amelia Island, 277-4503 This upscale restaurant serves Continental cuisine with a focus on certified Angus beef, seafood, veal and lamb. Outdoor seating is available. $$$ FB K D Nightly
CAFÉ 4750 The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., 277-1100, ritzcarlton.com From an Italian kitchen and wine bar, Café 4750 Chef de Cuisine Garrett Gooch offers roasted sea bass, frutti di mare soup, clam linguini and gelatos. Dine indoors or on the terrace.
Reservations recommended. $$$ FB D Nightly
CASA MARINA INN & RESTAURANT 691 First St. N., Jax Beach, 270-0025, casamarinahotel.com The historic 1924 restaurant is the oldest structure in Jax Beach; dine indoors, on the verandah or in the oceanfront courtyard. The daily menu features crab cakes, Kobe sliders, and homemade breads. Lunch includes salads, burgers, tacos and sandwiches. Penthouse Lounge offers a martini bar and a terrific view of the Atlantic Ocean. $$ FB R, Sun.; L Tue.-Fri.; D Nightly
COLLAGE 60 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 829-0055, collagestaug.com Located in an intimate space in the historic district, Collage offers high-end dining with a global menu. Everything is made from scratch. A specialty dessert, The Bougainvillea, commemorates the Brazilian tree. An extensive wine list is offered. $$$$ BW D Nightly
CURRENTS RIVERVIEW BISTRO 841 Prudential Dr., Southbank, 306-9512 Located in the Aetna building, Currents offers Indian, Thai, Latin and European inspired dishes, as well as Southern fried chicken. Outside dining is featured, and the river views are terrific. $$ FB B L Mon.-Fri.
DAVID’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 802 Ash St., Fernandina Beach, 310-6049, ameliaislanddavids.com This fine-dining place serves steaks and fresh seafood, like New York strip and ribeye, and Dover sole and Chilean sea bass, in an upscale atmosphere by an especially attentive waitstaff. Live music two nights a week. $$$$ FB D Wed.-Mon.
DWIGHT’S MEDITERRANEAN STYLE BISTRO
OCEAN 60 RESTAURANT, WINE BAR & MARTINI ROOM
1527 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 241-4496, dwightsbistro.com This small, cozy bistro next to Cinotti’s Bakery specializes in hand-rolled pasta and grilled vegetables. Owner and Chef Dwight DeLude, member of La Chaine des Rotisseurs, prepares meals in his exhibition kitchen and all dishes, including sea scallops and the popular crab cakes, include pasta and veggies. With limited seating, reservations are suggested. $$$$ BW D Tue.-Sat.
60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-0060, ocean60.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Continental cuisine, fresh seafood, nightly dinner specials and a seasonal menu in a formal dining room or the more casual Martini Room. Local artists are featured, along with live Latin and blues. $$$ FB D Mon.-Sat.
ELEVEN SOUTH 216 11th Ave. S., Jax Beach, 241-1112, elevensouth.com An elegant addition to the Jax Beach dining scene, Eleven South serves New American eclectic cuisine. In addition to a mesquite grill and courtyard dining, Eleven South offers a selection of fine wines. $$$ FB L Tue.-Fri.; D Daily
OLD CITY HOUSE INN & RESTAURANT 115 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 826-0184, oldcityhouse.com St. Augustine’s only Historic Inn with a full-service
restaurant and bar. Global cuisine influences are evident in everything from the crab and sweet corn to spring rolls. $$$$ FB B L D Mon.-Sat.
PURPLE OLIVE INTERNATIONAL BISTRO 4255 A1A S., Ste. 6, St. Augustine Beach, 461-1250, purple-olive.com This family-owned-and-operated restaurant’s dinner menu includes local seafood, prime cuts of beef, lamb, pork, vegetarian choices, local produce, and an option to create your own plate with a selection of entrées, sauces and sides. $$$ BW D Tue.-Sat.
RAINTREE RESTAURANT 102 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 824-7211, raintreerestaurant.com Located in an 1879 Victorian home for more than 33 years, this place specializes in favorites like steak and seafood. There’s a happy hour. Reservations are accepted, and outdoor patio dining is available. Live music is performed on weekends. $$$ FB D Nightly
RESTAURANT MEDURE 818 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach, 543-3797, restaurantmedure.us Chef David Medure creates dishes with a wide range of flavors from around the world. The
JOE’S 2ND STREET BISTRO 14 S. Second St., Fernandina Beach, 321-2558, joesbistro.com Joe’s offers upscale New American fine dining with French, Creole, Asian and low country influences. Seating is available in the dining room, out in the large, New Orleans-style courtyard, or upstairs on the porch with a view of the Intracoastal. $$ BW L D Wed.-Mon.
LA COCINA INTERNATIONAL 530 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 461-8288, lacocinarestaurants.com Located in Castillo Real Hotel, La Cocina serves global cuisine with Latin flair. Owner Juan Solano creates international specialties including paella Valenciana and nightly specials. $$$ BW B Tue.-Sun.; D Daily
LE PAVILLON 45 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 824-6202, lepav.com One of the oldest restaurants in Northeast Florida, Le Pavillon is family-owned and operated. Gisele Sinatsch recommends the rack of lamb and the bouillabaisse. Norwegian salmon is popular, as are the duck and the Dover sole. $$ FB D Nightly
MATTHEW’S 2107 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 396-9922, matthewsrestaurant.com This is Chef Matthew Medure’s flagship restaurant, offering fine dining in a refined, European-style atmosphere. Matthew’s specializes in artfully presented cuisine, and the lounge offers small plates, an extensive martini and wine list and a happy hour Mon.-Fri. Reservations are recommended. $$$$ FB D Mon.-Sat.
MARIO’S AT THE BEACH 1830 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 246-0005, mariosatthebeach.wordpress.com This casual, family-friendly restaurant serves New York-style pizzas, stromboli and hot pasta dishes as well as homemade sauces, veal, shrimp and vegetarian dishes. Dine indoors or out on the patio. $$$ FB L D Mon.-Sat.
MEZZA RESTAURANT & BAR 110 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-5573, mezzarestaurantandbar.com The near-the-ocean eatery (in Beaches Town Center) has been around more than 20 years, serving casual bistro fare like gourmet wood-fired pizzas to nightly specials. Dine indoors or out on the patio. Musical happy hour Tue. and Thur. Valet parking. $$$ FB K D Mon.-Sat.
NORTH BEACH BISTRO 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach, 372-4105, nbbistro.com Bite Club certified This neighborhood gem with a chef-driven kitchen serves hand-cut steaks, fresh local seafood (the bistro is part of the sustainable seafood program) and a tapas menu. An extensive wine list and happy hour are offered. Live entertainment is presented Tues., Thur.-Sat. Attentive service, too. $$$ FB K R Sun.; L D Daily AUGUST 6-12, 2014 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | 35
Jesus Casanova, Haley Courson and Albert Morales, of Timoti’s Seafood Fry Shak in Fernandina Beach, offer fish tacos and chopped salad with blackened mahi. lounge offers small plates, creative drinks and entertainment, including happy hour twice daily. Live music is presented nightly. $$$ FB D Mon.-Sat.
ROY’S HAWAIIAN FUSION CUISINE 2400 Third St. S., Ste. 101, Jax Beach, 241-7697, roysrestaurant.com High-end dining with friendly aloha service, Roy’s serves Hawaiian fusion with Asian aromatics using fresh local ingredients, European sauces and bold Asian spices. $$$$ FB C D Nightly
SPY GLOBAL CUISINE & LOUNGE 21 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 819-5637, spyglobalcuisine.com The sophisticated addition to St. Augustine’s dining scene infuses the Ancient City with a West Coast vibe. Chef James Keene’s menu includes traditional Japanese entrées created with a European influence, sushi and a variety of saketinis, as well as 50 wines. $$$ BW K L Thur.-Sun.; D Tue.-Sun.
WORLD OF BEER 9700 Deer Lake Court, Ste. 1, Southside, 551-5929, worldofbeer.com This beercentric place, begun in Pensacola, serves burgers, tavern fare, sliders, sandwiches, flatbreads, German pretzels, hummus and pickle chips. Craft drafts from all over: Germany, Cali, Florida (Bold City brews), Ireland and Belgium. Wines, too. There is no downside here, people. Live music Thur.-Sat. $$ BW L D Daily
GREEK, MEDITERRANEAN & MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE 13 GYPSIES
4320 A1A S., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2691, wildflowercafefl.com One block from the beach, the Provençal-style cafe’s signature dishes are Wildflower grouper — sautéed, with blue crab meat and toasted almonds. $ BW K B L Tue.-Sat.
887 Stockton St., Riverside, 389-0330, 13gypsies.com The intimate bistro serves authentic Mediterranean peasant cuisine updated for American tastes, specializing in tapas, blackened octopus, risotto of the day and coconut mango curry chicken. $$ BW L D Tue.-Sat.
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WILDFLOWER CAFÉ
1314 Prudential Dr., Southbank, 398-8989, winecellarjax.com 36 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
This Jacksonville landmark offers classic Continental and New World cuisine in an Old World setting. Dine outdoors under majestic oaks or indoors in intimate dining rooms. $$$$ FB L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
223 Ninth Ave. S., Jax Beach, 270-0080 Greek/American fare served Yankee-style, for
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Cat Moses shows off Salty Pelican’s tuna nachos and Pelican Sunset Punch featuring coconut rum, Amaretto and 151, in Fernandina Beach. more than 12 years, features a variety of quality, homestyle dishes: gyros, ribs, lamb, liver and onions. Specialty desserts, too. $ FB K TO B L D Daily
ATHENA RESTAURANT 14 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, 823-9076 Located on St. Augustine’s historic downtown Plaza, Athena has an extensive menu of Greek and American dishes, including moussaka, lamb kabobs and spinach pie. Dine inside at a booth or table. $$$ BW TO B L D Daily
ATHENS CAFÉ 6271 St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 7, Mandarin, 733-1199, athenscafe.com From the dolmades (stuffed grape leaves) to the baby shoes (stuffed eggplant), Athens offers all the favorites. The café serves Greek beers. $$ BW L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
THE CASBAH CAFÉ
2005 Park St., Ste. 1, Five Points, 381-9394, hovan5points.com Hovan offers traditional Mediterranean cuisine, including freshly made hummus, baba ghannoush and gyros, served in a setting that attracts indie rockers and businesspeople alike. Patio dining. Hookahs available. $ BW L D Mon.-Sat.
MANDALOUN MEDITERRANEAN LEBANESE CUISINE 9862 Old Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 646-1881, mandalounjacksonville.com Bite Club certified With restaurants in London, Paris, Rome and the Middle East, owner Pierre Barakat brings authentic Lebanese cuisine to including charcoal-grilled lamb kebab. Belly dancing is featured every Fri. and Sat. Monthly dinner parties. Outdoor seating. $$ FB TO L D Daily
3628 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 981-9966, thecasbahcafe.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine are served on the patio or in the hookah lounge, where diners sit on ottomans at low tables. Wi-Fi is available, belly dancers perform, and hookah pipes are offered. Live jazz on Sun. $$ BW L D Daily
MEDITERRANIA RESTAURANT
FALAFEL QUEEN
MEZZE BAR & GRILL
1080 S. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine, 217-4886 Homemade Lebanese fare made by the Falafel Queen herself. Specialties are housemade hummus, gluten-free chips and halal meats. $$ TO L D Mon.-Sat.
FARAH’S PITA STOP CAFÉ 3980 Southside Blvd., Ste. 201, Southside, 928-4322 Farah’s specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine and caters to the lunch and dinner crowd in Southside. Fresh sandwiches, soups, entrées and desserts, as well as pastries and mazas (appetizers) are served. $ BW K TO B L D Mon.-Sat.
HALA CAFÉ & BAKERY 4323 University Blvd. S., Southside, 733-5141 This Jacksonville institution — since 1975 — serves homemade pita bread, kabobs, falafel, tabouli and a daily lunch buffet. Beer and wine are available. The adjacent store carries delicacies from all over the world. $$ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.
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HOVAN MEDITERRANEAN GOURMET
3877 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 731-2898, mediterraniarestaurant.com With an Old World atmosphere, this familyowned-and-operated Greek and Italian restaurant has been a local favorite for more than 26 years. Fresh seafood, veal chops and rack of lamb are among the specialties. $$ BW L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat. 2016 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 683-0693, mezzejax.com Mezze features Mediterranean cuisine — hummus, kabobs — plus brick-oven pizza and veggie options. There’s a hookah patio, Wi-Fi and 35 beers on tap. $$ FB D Nightly
THE OLIVE TREE MEDITERRANEAN GRILLE 1705 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 396-2250, theolivetreemediterraneangrille.com The Olive Tree serves Mediterranean homestyle healthy plates, including hummus, tabouleh, grape leaves, veggie kibbi, gyros, potato salad, Greek salad. $$ BW L D Mon.-Fri.
SAHARA CAFE & BAR 10771 Beach Blvd., Ste. 110, Southside, 338-9049, saharacafejax.com From tiled floors to a pillowed lounge, the familyowned-and-operated restaurant has Mediterranean style. Flavored hookahs and hot tea are offered in the lounge. Belly dancers every weekend. $$ BW D Nightly
TABOULEH MEDITERRANEAN CAFE 7645 Merrill Rd., Ste. 201, Arlington, 745-6900, taboulehjax.com The menu here includes classic Middle Eastern and Greek favorites like kebabs, hummus, kibbeh, gyro, spinach pies, baba ghanou and, of course, tabouleh. $$ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.
TAVERNA YAMAS 9753 Deer Lake Court, Southside, 854-0426, tavernayamas.com Bite Club certified 2013 Best of Jax Winner This Greek restaurant serves char-broiled kabobs, seafood and traditional Greek wines and desserts, and there are belly dancing shows. A DJ spins every Fri. and Sat. $$ FB K L D Daily
THE TENT HOOKAH LOUNGE 12041 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4, Intracoastal, 551-2962, thetenthookahlounge.com Authentic fare features falafel, kibbeh, musabhaha and baklava. There are hookahs and flavored tobacco, Arabic coffees, specials and live belly dancing and floor seating, in keeping with that authenticity thing. Open late. $ BW D Daily
THEO’S RESTAURANT 169 King St., St. Augustine, 824-5022 Located on the banks of San Sebastian River, Theo’s is just far enough away from the heart of downtown that it’s a popular w for locals and tourists alike. Favorites include seafood and Greek dishes; the hearty breakfast is also popular. $ B L Daily
ZAHARIAS RESTAURANT 3945 A1A S., St. Augustine Beach, 471-4799 This family-owned restaurant has been serving Greek and Italian dishes for more than 24 years. An outdoor patio is available. Live music is presented on weekends. $$ FB K B L D Daily
ZODIAC BAR & GRILL 120 W. Adams St., Downtown, 354-8283, thezodiacbarandgrill.com Zodiac serves Mediterranean cuisine and American favorites in a casual atmosphere, as
well as panini and vegetarian dishes. The daily lunch buffet is a downtown favorite. Espressos and hookahs are available. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. There’s live music on Fridays. $ FB L Mon.-Fri
HOME COOKIN’ AUNT KATE’S 612 Euclid Ave., St. Augustine, 829-1105, aunt-kates.com This casual spot features an expansive view of the Tolomato River and a menu with a focus on seafood. Burgers, pasta dishes, steak and ribs are also served. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
BEACH ROAD CHICKEN DINNERS 4132 Atlantic Blvd., St. Nicholas, 398-7980, beachroadchickendinners.com Just like Sunday dinner at home — if your folks could cook fried chicken, okra, sweet corn nuggets, country-fried steak, gizzards and chicken livers. And creamed peas, gravy, cole slaw, biscuits, fruit cobbler, fries, rice … Beach Road does it all. At the same location since 1939, the multiple award-winner also offers fish and shrimp. $ K TO L D Tue.-Sun.
CARIBBEAN SOL CAFE 6101 A1A S., Crescent Beach, 471-7000 This soul food is slow food — made with only fresh, local ingredients and prepared with care. The cuisine is down-home (where else can you get fried perch with grits and fresh tomato for breakfast?), the atmosphere is friendly and the choices are many. $ TO B L Tue.-Sat.
CHECKER BBQ & SEAFOOD 3566 St. Augustine Rd., San Marco, 398-9206, artofcrackercooking.com Chef Art Jennette runs the show here, serving up all manner of barbecue, seafood and down-home comfort food. Ask for the Trailer Trash Special, which features a pulled-pork sandwich, 15 of Art’s fried white shrimp, hand-cut fries and fresh fried green tomatoes. $ K L D Daily
The Bajalia brothers at Pinegrove Deli in Riverside show off new breakfast items and old customer favorites, including their bacon-and-eggs breakfast platter, and their burger with homemade onion rings and avocado.
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Ashley Sawyer, at Zesty India on the Southside, presents chicken tikka masala, multilayered ice cream with dried fruit and pound cake, vegetable Sales Rep RE _naan. rice and garlic COL. MUSTARD’S PHABULOUS PHAT BURGERS 1722 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 247-5747, jaxbestburgers.com The Colonel serves up some of the region’s best (and biggest) hamburgers, with a side of attitude. Breakfast is served all day, featuring five-egg omelets and French toast. $ K TO B L D Daily
ELLEN’S KITCHEN 1824 Third St. S., Pablo Plaza, Jax Beach, 246-1572 Serving the Beaches since 1962, this busy kitchen, famous for its homemade sausage gravy and hash browns, offers a full breakfast all day. For lunch, there’s sandwiches, BLTs and patty melts. There’s usually a line for breakfast on weekends. $ TO B L Daily
LEDDY’S PORCH 22 Third St. S., Fernandina Beach, 491-3322, floridahouseinn.com The Florida House Inn has reopened its familystyle restaurant, now named for the home’s owner after the Civil War. Chef Marshal Sands serves traditional dishes, like fried chicken and fish-ngrits, as well as Cajun remoulade, plus cornbread and biscuits. Bottomless mimosas, too. $$ BW R Sat. & Sun.; L Wed.-Sun.
LE SHEA’S HOMESTYLE EATERY 119 W. Adams St., Downtown, 354-5685 Real Southern and soul food are the focus at Le Shea’s, including meat loaf, fried chicken, burgers and spaghetti — and plenty of sides. Dine-in or take-out. $ TO L Mon.-Fri.
SIMPLY SARA’S 2902 Corinthian Ave., Ortega, 387-1000, simplysaras.net This spot offers down-home cooking, from scratch like Grandma’s: eggplant fries, pimento cheese, fried chicken, salads, and yummy desserts. BYOB. $$ K TO L D Mon.-Sat., B Sat.
SOUL FOOD BISTRO 5310 Lenox Ave., Ste. 1, Westside, 394-0860, thesoulfoodbistro.com
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11876 Atlantic Blvd., Southside, 394-2801 Owned by the Potters House Christian Fellowship,
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this cafeteria-style restaurant serves traditional Southern food: Fried chicken, greens, mac-ncheese, cornbread and other regional favorites. $ TO L D Tue.-Sun.
TWO DOORS DOWN 436 Park St., Riverside, 598-0032, twodoorsdownrestaurant.kimcee.com This restaurant is a warm, inviting place offering traditional favorites like hotcakes, omelets, burgers, sandwiches, pork chops, liver and onions and Southern fried chicken, as well as sides and desserts. $$ K TO B L Mon.-Fri.
INDIAN CUISINE APNA RESTAURANT 10769 Beach Blvd., Ste. 14, Southside, 645-3334, apnajacksonville.eat24hour.com Apna serves Indian and Pakistani cuisine, featuring hala. A daily lunch buffet and vegetarian items are offered. $ L D Daily
THE 5th ELEMENT 9485 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 448-8265, my5thelement.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner A variety of authentic Indian, South Indian and Indochinese dishes form the menu, along with a large lunch buffet of lamb, goat and chicken dishes, as well as tandoori and biryani items. $$ BW K L D Daily
FLAVORS ESSENCE OF INDIA 9551 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 10, Baymeadows, 733-1525, jaxflavors.com Master chefs create contemporary and traditional dishes from all over India, including lamb, fish and prawn entrées. Clay oven kabobs and breads, vegetarian dishes and desserts are also served. A lunch buffet includes vegetarian items. $$ BW L D Daily
INDIA’S RESTAURANT 9802 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 8, Baymeadows, 620-0777, indiajax.com India’s has claimed several Best of Jacksonville awards for authentic Indian cuisine, serving a popular lunch buffet. Curry and vegetable dishes are offered, along with lamb, chicken, shrimp and fish tandoori. $$ BW L Mon.-Sat.; D Nightly
ZESTY INDIA 8358 Point Meadows Dr., Baymeadows, 329-3676, zestyindia.com The chefs combine Asian methodology with a European template to produce layers of flavors for their dishes, like tandoori lamb chops and rosemary tikka. The vegetarian items are cooked separately in vegetable oil. Lunch platters are a favorite. $ BW TO L D Tue.-Sun.
ITALIAN CUISINE AMICI 1915B A1A S., St. Augustine Beach, 461-0102, amicistaugustine.com This family-owned-and-operated Italian restaurant, at the intersection of S.R. 312 and A1A, has a variety of traditional pasta, veal, steak and seafood dishes. Daily happy hour. Live jazz is presented every Thur. $$ FB K L D Daily
BENITO’S ITALIAN CAFÉ & PIZZERIA 9475 Philips Hwy., Ste. 8, Southside, 538-0222 155 Hampton Point Dr., St. Johns, 230-8292, benitositalian.com Family-friendly, Benito’s serves authentic Italian cuisine, including veal and seafood entrées, gourmet pasta and specialty pizzas. $$ FB K L D Daily
BROADWAY RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA 10920 Baymeadows Rd. E., Ste. 3, Baymeadows, 519-8000, broadwayfl.com This family-owned-and-operated Italian pizzeria serves calzones, strombolis, wings, brick-ovenbaked pizza, subs and desserts. You can dine-in, take-out or have it delivered. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
BUCA DI BEPPO 10334 Southside Blvd., Southside, 363-9090, buccadibeppo.com This popular chain restaurant gets to the heart of fresh Italian cooking with recipes like lasagna and rosemary potatoes. Dishes are available in three generous portion sizes (half-pound meatballs!) and served family-style in a whimsical, old-Italy setting. Gluten-free dishes, too. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
CAFÉ ATLANTICO 647 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-7332, cafeatlantico.net The white-tablecloth restaurant serves traditional and new Italian dishes in an intimate space. Master Chef Paolo Pece, from Naples, Italy, prepares risotto alla pescatora, with shrimp, scallops and seasonal shellfish served in a parmesan cheese basket. $$$ BW D Nightly
CAFFÉ ANDIAMO 500 Sawgrass Village Dr., Ponte Vedra, 280-2299, caffeandiamo-pvb.com The Recupito family’s Caffe Andiamo offers fresh seafood, veal, steak and pizza prepared in a copper wood-burning oven, as well as daily specials. Customer favorites include fracosta loco and cappesanti di mare. Dine on the outdoor patio or inside in the upscale surroundings. There are 75 wines by the glass. $$$ FB D Nightly
CARMINE’S PIE HOUSE 2677 Forbes St., Riverside, 387-1400, carminespiehouse.com The eatery serves pizza by the slice, gourmet pizzas and classic Italian dishes — calzone, strombolis, subs, paninis — in a comfy atmosphere. Craft beers and microbrews are served. Delivery is available. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily
CASA DORA 108 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, 356-8282, casadoraitalian.com Chef Sam Hamidi has been serving genuine Italian fare to Jacksonville for more than 36 years with dishes like veal, seafood and gourmet pizza. The
homemade salad dressing is a specialty. $$ BW K L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
CIAO ITALIAN BISTRO 302 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 206-4311, ciaobistro-luca.com Owners Luka and Kim Misciasci offer fine Italian bistro fare in an intimate, friendly atmosphere. Traditional items include veal piccata, rigatoni Bolognese and antipasto; house specialties include chicken Ciao and homemade-style meat lasagna. $$$ L Fri. & Sat.; D Nightly
ENZA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 10601 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin Landing, 268-4458, enzas.net This family-owned restaurant offers casual fine dining, specializing in Italian cuisine, veal and seafood dishes like seafood lasagna. Enza’s offers daily specials. $$$ FB K TO D Tue.-Sun.
FRATELLI’S ITALIAN AMERICAN CUISINE 415 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 819-1760 Fratelli’s, a neighborhood Italian place with a cozy atmosphere, offers Italian-American specialties, including meat lasagna, veal parmigiana, almondcrusted salmon and chicken Verona. $$ BW TO D Mon.-Sat.
GENNARO’S ITALIANO SOUTH 5472 First Coast Hwy., Amelia Island, 491-1999, gennarositaliano.com Gennaro’s specializes in Southern Italian cuisine, like gourmet ravioli and hand-tossed pizzas. Specialties include a shrimp feast, and the bread is baked on-site. $$ BW K D Daily
JOEY MOZARELLA 930 Blanding Blvd., Ste. D, Orange Park, 579-4748, letseat.at/joeymozzarellaonline At this Italian restaurant, calzones, stromboli and lasagna are customer favorites, and all the pizza pies are available stuffed. BYOB. $$ K TO L D Daily
LECI’S ITALIAN CAFE 4076 Belfort Rd., Southside, 332-8144, lecisitalianrestaurant.webs.com Everything here at Leci’s is made from scratch, with authentic Italian ingredients. Dine indoors or outside. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
LEO’S PIZZA ITALIANO 5627 San Jose Blvd., Lakewood, 730-3830 The vibe at Leo’s is both Greek and Italian: Half of the restaurant features Greek décor, the other half Italian. Beer and a variety of Greek, Italian and California wines are served. Dine in or take out. $ BW TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY 10367 Midtown Pkwy., St. Johns Town Center, 380-4360, maggianos.com Specializing in Italian-American cuisine, this new restaurant features classic and contemporary dishes – pasta, steaks, seafood, chef ’s specials and specialty desserts — made in a scratch kitchen. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
MANGIA! ITALIAN BISTRO & BAR 3210 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Southside, 551-3061, mangiabistro.com Chef/owner Tonino DiBella presents authentic fine Italian dining — fresh seafood, chicken, veal, steaks, pasta, New York-style pizza and homemade-style desserts. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Dine inside or al fresco on the patio. $$$ FB K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
MAMMA LUCIA 11380 Beach Blvd., Southside, 645-0081, mammaluciajax.com Near University of North Florida and owned by real Italians, Mamma Lucia serves definitive Northern Italian cuisine, like risotto, osso buco and the specialty dessert, bomba al cioccolato, cake with ice cream and Amaretto. The pasta and
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ZESTY INDIA 8358 Point Meadows Dr., Baymeadows, 329-3676, zestyindia.com The chefs combine Asian methodology with a European template to produce layers of flavors for their dishes, like tandoori lamb chops and rosemary tikka. The vegetarian items are cooked separately in vegetable oil. Lunch platters are a favorite. $ BW TO L D Tue.-Sun.
ITALIAN CUISINE AMICI 1915B A1A S., St. Augustine Beach, 461-0102, amicistaugustine.com This family-owned-and-operated Italian restaurant, at the intersection of S.R. 312 and A1A, has a variety of traditional pasta, veal, steak and seafood dishes. Daily happy hour. Live jazz is presented every Thur. $$ FB K L D Daily
BENITO’S ITALIAN CAFÉ & PIZZERIA 9475 Philips Hwy., Ste. 8, Southside, 538-0222 155 Hampton Point Dr., St. Johns, 230-8292, benitositalian.com Family-friendly, Benito’s serves authentic Italian cuisine, including veal and seafood entrées, gourmet pasta and specialty pizzas. $$ FB K L D Daily
BROADWAY RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA 10920 Baymeadows Rd. E., Ste. 3, Baymeadows, 519-8000, broadwayfl.com This family-owned-and-operated Italian pizzeria serves calzones, strombolis, wings, brick-ovenbaked pizza, subs and desserts. You can dine-in, take-out or have it delivered. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
BUCA DI BEPPO 10334 Southside Blvd., Southside, 363-9090, buccadibeppo.com This popular chain restaurant gets to the heart of fresh Italian cooking with recipes like lasagna and rosemary potatoes. Dishes are available in three generous portion sizes (half-pound meatballs!) and served family-style in a whimsical, old-Italy setting. Gluten-free dishes, too. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
CAFÉ ATLANTICO 647 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-7332, cafeatlantico.net The white-tablecloth restaurant serves traditional and new Italian dishes in an intimate space. Master Chef Paolo Pece, from Naples, Italy, prepares risotto alla pescatora, with shrimp, scallops and seasonal shellfish served in a parmesan cheese basket. $$$ BW D Nightly
CAFFÉ ANDIAMO 500 Sawgrass Village Dr., Ponte Vedra, 280-2299, caffeandiamo-pvb.com The Recupito family’s Caffe Andiamo offers fresh seafood, veal, steak and pizza prepared in a copper wood-burning oven, as well as daily specials. Customer favorites include fracosta loco and cappesanti di mare. Dine on the outdoor patio or inside in the upscale surroundings. There are 75 wines by the glass. $$$ FB D Nightly
CARMINE’S PIE HOUSE 2677 Forbes St., Riverside, 387-1400, carminespiehouse.com The eatery serves pizza by the slice, gourmet pizzas and classic Italian dishes — calzone, strombolis, subs, paninis — in a comfy atmosphere. Craft beers and microbrews are served. Delivery is available. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily
CASA DORA 108 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, 356-8282, casadoraitalian.com Chef Sam Hamidi has been serving genuine Italian fare to Jacksonville for more than 36 years with dishes like veal, seafood and gourmet pizza. The
homemade salad dressing is a specialty. $$ BW K L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
CIAO ITALIAN BISTRO 302 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 206-4311, ciaobistro-luca.com Owners Luka and Kim Misciasci offer fine Italian bistro fare in an intimate, friendly atmosphere. Traditional items include veal piccata, rigatoni Bolognese and antipasto; house specialties include chicken Ciao and homemade-style meat lasagna. $$$ L Fri. & Sat.; D Nightly
ENZA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 10601 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin Landing, 268-4458, enzas.net This family-owned restaurant offers casual fine dining, specializing in Italian cuisine, veal and seafood dishes like seafood lasagna. Enza’s offers daily specials. $$$ FB K TO D Tue.-Sun.
FRATELLI’S ITALIAN AMERICAN CUISINE 415 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 819-1760 Fratelli’s, a neighborhood Italian place with a cozy atmosphere, offers Italian-American specialties, including meat lasagna, veal parmigiana, almondcrusted salmon and chicken Verona. $$ BW TO D Mon.-Sat.
GENNARO’S ITALIANO SOUTH 5472 First Coast Hwy., Amelia Island, 491-1999, gennarositaliano.com Gennaro’s specializes in Southern Italian cuisine, like gourmet ravioli and hand-tossed pizzas. Specialties include a shrimp feast, and the bread is baked on-site. $$ BW K D Daily
JOEY MOZARELLA 930 Blanding Blvd., Ste. D, Orange Park, 579-4748, letseat.at/joeymozzarellaonline At this Italian restaurant, calzones, stromboli and lasagna are customer favorites, and all the pizza pies are available stuffed. BYOB. $$ K TO L D Daily
LECI’S ITALIAN CAFE 4076 Belfort Rd., Southside, 332-8144, lecisitalianrestaurant.webs.com Everything here at Leci’s is made from scratch, with authentic Italian ingredients. Dine indoors or outside. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
LEO’S PIZZA ITALIANO 5627 San Jose Blvd., Lakewood, 730-3830 The vibe at Leo’s is both Greek and Italian: Half of the restaurant features Greek décor, the other half Italian. Beer and a variety of Greek, Italian and California wines are served. Dine in or take out. $ BW TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY 10367 Midtown Pkwy., St. Johns Town Center, 380-4360, maggianos.com Specializing in Italian-American cuisine, this new restaurant features classic and contemporary dishes – pasta, steaks, seafood, chef ’s specials and specialty desserts — made in a scratch kitchen. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
MANGIA! ITALIAN BISTRO & BAR 3210 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Southside, 551-3061, mangiabistro.com Chef/owner Tonino DiBella presents authentic fine Italian dining — fresh seafood, chicken, veal, steaks, pasta, New York-style pizza and homemade-style desserts. Happy hour 4-7 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Dine inside or al fresco on the patio. $$$ FB K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
MAMMA LUCIA 11380 Beach Blvd., Southside, 645-0081, mammaluciajax.com Near University of North Florida and owned by real Italians, Mamma Lucia serves definitive Northern Italian cuisine, like risotto, osso buco and the specialty dessert, bomba al cioccolato, cake with ice cream and Amaretto. The pasta and
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Jose Rosado, chef and co-owner of Pompeii Coal-Fired Pizza in Orange Park, prepares a pie for the oven.
tiramisu are made fresh. Espresso is served. $$ BW K TO L D Tue.-Sun.
MAMA MIA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA 12220 Atlantic Blvd., Intracoastal, 221-1122 Mama Mia’s offers casual dining with lunchtime specials. The menu includes veal, seafood dishes and New York-style and big-crust Sicilian-style pizzas. Delivery is available. $$ BW L D Daily
PASTA MARKET & CLAM BAR 1930 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-9551, pastamarketitalianrestaurant.com This family-owned-and-operated restaurant offers gourmet pizzas, veal, chicken, mussels, shrimp, grouper and (of course) pastas: spaghetti, fettuccine, lasagna, ziti, calzones, linguini, tortellini. $$ BW K D Nightly
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2771 Monument Rd., Ste. 8, Arlington, 646-4411, mattsitalian.com The menu includes seafood, stromboli and veal, cooked-to order. Delivery is available. $$ BW TO L D Daily
2665 Park St., Riverside, 955-1278, peleswoodfire.com In historic Riverside, Matt Tierney and Bradley Kennett utilize the power of a wood-fired oven to create traditional, authentic Italian fare with a decidedly innovative, modern touch. The result is great food at a modern place. $$ FB K TO L D Daily; R Weekends
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ROMA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA 14965 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 880-2000 1266 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 853-5359, romasitalian.com The menu has more than 100 items made with authentic Italian spices and herbs. Specialty dishes include veal, baked seafood, and gourmet pizzas. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
SANTIONI’S CUCINA ITALIANA RESTAURANT 11531 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 8, Mandarin, 262-5190, santionisjax.com Bruno and Silvana Santioni have been in the business of Italian dining since 1987. Their menu features rack of lamb and veal saltimbocca with homemade bread. Espresso is available. $$ BW D Nightly
12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 21, Intracoastal, 646-9119 1504 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 339-0909, mymilanospizza.com This casual, family-owned restaurant and pizzeria serves homestyle Italian fare, including thin-crust New York-style pizzas, veal and baked dishes. Daily delivery service is offered. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
11043 Crystal Springs Rd., Ste. 2, Westside, 378-8131, perardspizza.com Family-owned Perard’s specializes in homemade sauces, dough, lasagna and desserts. Traditional Italian fare includes a large selection of gourmet pizza toppings. $ FB K TO L D Daily
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3787 Palm Valley Rd., Ste. 104, Palm Valley, 273-0006, napolispastaria.com Napoli’s features a variety of traditional Italian dishes including veal, pasta and traditional handtossed and specialty pizzas. Delivery is available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
NERO’S CAFÉ 3607 University Blvd. N., Arlington, 743-3141, neroscafe.com Nero’s has been serving traditional Italian-style food for more than 30 years. Along with nightly dinner specials, Nero’s features veal, seafood pasta dishes and New York City-style pizzas. $$ FB K TO D Nightly
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832 A1A N., Ste. 1, Ponte Vedra Beach, 273-7272, poppysitaliano.net Family-owned-and-operated Poppy’s serves fresh gourmet Italian dishes along with familiar favorites. Dine inside in the relaxed atmosphere, or outdoors; carry out or drive-thru. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
PRIMI PIATTI 2722 Park St., Riverside, 389-5545, primipiattijax.com This Northern Italian-style restaurant (the name means first plate in Italian) offers a menu made from fresh ingredients, which includes daily specials, pastas and she-crab soup. $$$ BW K L D Mon.-Sat.
3535 U.S. 17, Ste. 15, Fleming Island, 264-1331, santionisitalianrestaurant.com Bruno Santioni is once again managing this restaurant, offering authentic cuisine, desserts and an extensive wine list. Live entertainment Thur., Fri. and Sat. Wine tastings are held twice a month. $$ BW K D Nightly 3980 Southside Blvd., Ste. 204, Southside, 738-8787, myshirazpizza.com This Italian restaurant offers an all-you-can-eat pizza lunch special. Sandwiches, subs and baked dishes. Delivery available. $ BW K TO L D Daily
SIENA’S AUTHENTIC ITALIAN CUISINE 13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 26, Intracoastal, 220-9192, sienasjax.com The varied menu offers Italian cuisine including lasagna, calzones and stuffed shells, as well as pizza and wraps. Live music is also presented. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
SORRENTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT 6943 St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 636-9196 Luciano Russo and his family opened Sorrento more than 20 years ago. The extensive menu at this romantic spot includes fish Francese and lamb Torinese, and entrées include a salad, bread and a side of spaghetti. $$$ BW D Tue.-Sun.
TOSCANA LITTLE ITALY 4440 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 900-1059, toscanajax.com The 150-seat restaurant features Tuscan yellow walls, cherry wood tables and chairs, and tile floors. The extensive menu includes traditional Italian dishes. $$ FB TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
VILLAGIO ITALIAN GRILLE 500 S. Legacy Trail, World Golf Village, St. Augustine, 940-8623, worldgolfrenaissance.com Located at Renaissance Resort, this restaurant features traditional and contemporary chef-crafted Italian selections made with local ingredients and farm-to-table items. $$$ FB K TO B L D Daily
VINO’S PIZZA & GRILL 1430 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 683-2444 Vino’s has hand-tossed New York-style, thin-crust pizzas, as well as Sicilian-style, thick-crust pizzas. Big salads, baked dishes, subs, stromboli, wings and wraps round out the menu. This location offers a daily lunch buffet. $$ K L D Daily
VINO’S PIZZA & GRILL 9910 Old Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1, Baymeadows, 641-7171 4268 Oldfield Crossing Dr., Greenland, 268-6660 Vino’s has hand-tossed New York-style, thin-crust pizzas, as well as Sicilian-style, thick-crust pizzas. Big salads, baked dishes, subs, stromboli, wings and wraps round out the menu. $ K L D Daily
JAPANESE & KOREAN CUISINE BENTO CAFE PAN ASIAN & SUSHI 4860 Big Island Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 564-9494 9743 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 11, Southside, 503-3238, bentocafesushi.com Casual dining at a quick pace is the Bento way, serving sushi and Pan-Asian cuisine, as well as vegan items. Sake is served and outdoor dining is featured. $$ BW TO L D Daily
CRAZY SUSHI 4320 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., Ste. 202, Southside, 998-9797, crazysushijax.com This cozy getaway serves a full sushi bar as well as hibachi, sashimi, katsu, sake and tempura dishes. Favorites are the Dynamite roll, Cold roll and spicy Manhattan roll. $$ FB L D Daily
THE DIM SUM ROOM 9041 Southside Blvd., Ste. 138C, Southside, 363-9888, thedimsumroom.com Dim sum favorites: shrimp dumplings, beef tripe, sesame ball; plus traditional Hong Kong noodles and barbecue. Inside Watami. $ FB K L D Daily.
FUJI SUSHI 13740 Beach Blvd., Intracoastal, 992-8998, jacksonvillefujisushi.com At the corner of Beach and Hodges, Fuji Sushi offers dine-in and take-out Japanese fare. Open late night, too. $ TO L D Daily
FUJI SUSHI 1950 San Marco Blvd., 399-3305 Located on San Marco Square, Fuji Sushi is under new management with an all-new sushi menu. Sake is served. A sushi lunch is special is offered daily. $ BW K L D Daily
FUJI SUSHI 660 Commerce Center Dr., Ste. 155, Regency, 722-9988, fujisushiregency.com A respite from the busy Regency-area bustle, this casual, modern restaurant serves sushi and sashimi, tempura, soups and entrées. $$ L D Daily
FUJI SUSHI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 10920 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 30, 363-8888 Fuji Sushi offers fresh sushi, steak, chicken, tempura, teriyaki and seafood. $$ BW K L D Daily
FUJI SUSHI 9542 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. C-18, Westside, 778-1998 Skilled chefs create sushi items vegetarian or regular style. Dinner dishes include rice, soup and salad. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
FUSION SUSHI 1550 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 636-8688, fusionsushijax.com The upscale sushi spot serves a wide variety of fresh sushi, sashimi, hibachi, teriyaki and kiatsu. $$ K L D Daily
HANA SUSHI JAPANESE CUISINE 1930 S. 14th St., Fernandina Beach, 277-8838, hanasushifl.com Hana’s bright shop offers a sushi bar and a full menu, including teriyaki, tempura, hibachi, katsu, udon and bento boxes. $$ L D Daily
HON KOREAN RESTAURANT 5161 Beach Blvd., Ste. 5, St. Nicholas, 396-4008 Hon serves home-style Korean, focusing on healthy soups, casseroles, entrées and side dishes, all made with fresh meats, vegetables and seafood. The chef has more than 30 years of experience dishing out authentic Korean meals, using original methods passed down through her family. $$$ BW TO L D Fri.-Tue.
ICHIBAN JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 675 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 247-4688 Ichiban provides three distinct dining areas: the teppan or hibachi tables, where you can watch the chef prepare your food; the sushi bar; and Western-style seating with a menu of tempura and teriyaki dishes. Japanese plum wine is served. $$ FB K L D Daily
KABUKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR 1147 Amelia Plaza, Fernandina Beach, 277-8782, kabukijapanesesteakhouse.com Kabuki serves certified Angus steaks and fresh seafood all MSG-free. The Japanese dishes and items from the unlimited sushi bar can be customized to suit any taste, and the teppan art of cooking entertains as chefs prepare food before you. $$$ BW TO D Tue.-Sun.
KAMIYA 86 1286 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 853-6602, kamiya86.net This restaurant and bar features new Asian fusion cuisine, sushi — takka don, octopus, red clam, eel — and Thai dishes, like panang curry. Noodle and rice dishes. $$ FB TO L D Daily
KAN-KI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR 4483 Southside Blvd., Tinseltown, 642-2626 11148 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 292-2400 2009 East-West Pkwy., Fleming Island, 269-3003, kankijax.com Kan-ki Japanese steakhouse and sushi bar features teppanyaki tables, 10 sushi tables and a sushi bar. The menu includes steaks and seafood. $$ FB K TO D Nightly
KAZU JAPANESE RESTAURANT 9965 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 35, Mandarin, 683-9903, kazujapaneserestaurant.com The new place has a wide variety of soups, dumplings, appetizers, salads, bento boxes, sushi, entrées, maki handrolls and sashimi. The sushi especially is artfully presented. The interior of the restaurant is clean, spacious and inviting. $$ BW TO L D Daily
KOJA SUSHI Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 222, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, 350-9911 2013 Best of Jax Winner Owners John and Tony — in the sushi game for more than 10 years — offer sushi, sashimi, and Japanese, Asian and Korean cuisine. Hard-to-find items like baby octopus salad are available. Indoor and outdoor dining. $$ FB L Mon.-Fri.; D Nightly
KYOTO STEAK & SUSHI HOUSE 8221 Southside Blvd., Ste. 16, Southside, 645-8788, kyotosteakhousejax.com The experienced sushi chefs, trained in Japan, offer traditional Japanese style fare and a full sushi bar in a family atmosphere. Plum wine and sake are served. $$ BW K L D Daily
MIKADO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 10460 Avenues Walk Blvd., Mandarin, 260-8860 Mikado has been serving traditional Japanese cuisine for more than 20 years. The big sushi bar seats more than 25 diners. A lunch buffet is offered Mon.-Fri. and there are 12 hibachi tables. $$ FB TO L D Daily
MIZU SUSHI & GRILL 14965 Old St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 124, Mandarin, 880-0889, mizusushijax.com Master chefs prepare fresh sushi, seafood, steak and vegetables. Indoor or outdoor dining. Mizu is located south of the Avenues Mall at Durbin Crossing. Live music every Fri. $$ BW K L D Daily
NAGASAKI SUSHI & GRILL 12400 Yellow Bluff Rd., Northside, 751-2311, nagasakisushiandgrill.com This Japanese place offers an authentic traditional menu, including a variety of teriyaki and tempura
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dishes, as well as hibachi, sushi and satsumi items. Bento boxes and lunch specials are also featured. $$ L D Daily
OISHII 4375 Southside Blvd., Ste. 4, Southside, 928-3223, oishiijapanesejacksonville.com Manhattan-style Japanese fusion cuisine is served here, featuring fresh, high-grade sushi, a variety of lunch specials and hibachi items. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
OSAKA GRILL SUSHI BUFFET 11701 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 886-7778 More than 150 items are offered at this Chinese and Japanese buffet, including soups, spareribs, a sushi bar, roast duck and ice cream. Children younger than 12 dine at a discount. Carry-out from the buffet is available. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
OSAKA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 9651 Crosshill Blvd., Ste. 102, Argyle, 317-0224, osakaoakleaf.com Located in Oakleaf Town Center, Osaka features a sushi bar and hibachi tables. $$$ BW K TO L D Daily
OTAKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 7860 Gate Pkwy., Stes. 119-122, Southside, 854-0485, otakijax.com Otaki features a sushi bar, hibachi grill tables and an open kitchen. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
PACIFIC ASIAN BISTRO 159 Palencia Village Dr., Ste. 111, St. Augustine, 808-1818, pacificasianbistro.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Fresh, artfully crafted sushi, sashimi and classic rolls. Best Chef Mas Liu creates authentic sushi — Crazy Girl (shrimp tempura, asparagus, salmon); Mango Tango (salmon, crab, tuna, flying fish egg, mango sauce). Traditional dishes and sake, too. $$-$$$ BW L D Daily
PHILIP SUSHI 9475 Philips Hwy., Ste. 20, Southside, 519-7977, philipsushi.com The full-service sushi restaurant serves traditional sushi, hibachi, sashimi, tempura and teriyaki dishes. There’s a daily happy hour. Lunch specials are featured. $ BW TO L D Daily
PHO A NOODLE BAR 117 W. Adams St., Downtown, 353-0320, phoanoodlebar.com Authentic Vietnamese and Thai dishes include egg rolls, potstickers. Pho bowls: standard, vegan, pho tom yum, sukiyaki, kelp noodle substitute. Boba, teas, coffee. $ L Mon.-Fri.; D Wed.-Sat.
SAKE HOUSE JAPANESE GRILL SUSHI BAR #1 824 Lomax St., Five Points, 301-1188 #2 1478 Riverplace Blvd., San Marco, 306-2188 #5 3620 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 388-5688, sakehousejax.com Sake House serves traditional Japanese cuisine and a wide variety of fresh sushi, sashimi, kiatsu, teriyaki and hibachi in an authentic atmosphere. Sake, too. A bonafide tatami room, with outside seating, is open. $$ BW L D Daily
SAKE SUSHI 8206 Philips Hwy., Ste. 31, Southside, 647-6000 Sushi, hibachi, teriyaki, tempura, katsu, donburi and noodle soups are served. Popular rolls include Fuji Yama, Ocean Blue and Fat Boy. $$ FB K L D Mon.-Sat.
SAM WON GARDEN 4345 University Blvd. N., Ste. 1, Southside, 737-3650 This place serves mostly Korean fare, including steamed dumplings, grilled pork belly slices, chowdo soups, noodles, shredded raw beef in sesame oil and kim chi. $$ K L D Mon.-Sat., D Nightly
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The chicken salad croissant and the Blue Max Sliders with corn beef, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese take center stage at the Riverside European Street Café while Stephanie Dimura serves customers.
SEASONS OF JAPAN 4413 Town Center Pkwy., St. Johns Town Center, 329-1067, seasonsofjapan.com This casual-style restaurant serves Japanese and hibachi-style fare, as well as sushi, quick-as-a-wink for busy shoppers at the Town Center. $$ K TO L D Daily
SUMO SUSHI 2726 Park St., Riverside, 388-8838, sumosushijax.com The comfy spot offers authentic Japanese dishes, from traditional to new styles of entrées and sushi rolls, including spicy sashimi salad, gyoza (pork dumplings), tobiko (flying fish roe) and rainbow roll (tuna, salmon, yellowtail and California roll) artfully presented. Cold sake is served. $$ BW K L D Daily
SUSHI CAFÉ
Sake is served. $ BW D Tue.-Sun.
TOMO JAPANESE CUISINE & ART 1253 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 372-4369, tomojapanesejacksonville.com Fresh, authentic, upscale Japanese cuisine — it’s Japanese-owned. Fresh handmade sushi, hibachi grill items and homemade-style dishes. $$ FB K D Nightly
WAKAME JAPANESE & THAI CUISINE 104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 108, Julington, 230-6688, wakamejax.com The fine-dining restaurant offers authentic Japanese and Thai cuisine, including a full sushi menu, curries and pad dishes. $$ BW K L D Daily
2025 Riverside Ave., Ste. 204, Riverside, 384-2888, sushicafejacksonville.com A variety of sushi, including the popular Monster Roll and the Jimmy Smith Roll, along with faves like Rock-n-Roll and Dynamite Roll. Sushi Café also offers hibachi, tempura, katsu and teriyaki. Dine indoors or on the patio. $$ BW L D Daily
WASABI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR
SUSHI HOUSE
WATAMI ASIAN FUSION
9810 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 997-0966 This quaint spot has a variety of specialty rolls, sushi and sashimi, tempura, katsu, teriyaki and hibachi entrées. $$ BW TO L D Daily
SUSHI & SUB 5800 Beach Blvd., St. Nicholas, 858-7032 Sushi & Subs serves, that’s right … sushi and subs. Take-out is available at the family-owned sushi nook. $ TO L D Mon.-Sat.
TAMA’S SUSHI RESTAURANT 106 First St., Beaches Town Center, Neptune Beach, 241-0099, tamassushi.com This casual beach restaurant features a full sushi bar, and tempura, teriyaki and katsu dishes.
10206 River Coast Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 997-6528, wasabi-steakhouse.com Wasabi serves up authentic Japanese cuisine and features teppanyaki shows. A full sushi menu is also served. $$$ FB K L D Daily 9041 Southside Blvd., Ste. 138C, Southside, 363-9888 Included in the buffet price is all-you can-eat sushi and choice of two items from the teppanyaki grill. Customer favorites include the Jaguar, dynamite, lobster and soft-shell crab rolls. $ FB K L D Daily
YUMMY SUSHI 4372 Southside Blvd., Ste. 207, Tinseltown, 998-8806, yummysushijax.com Yummy’s menu has everything from teriyaki, tempura and hibachi-style dinners to sushi and sashimi, as well as a variety of more than 30 specialty rolls. Lunch roll specials run Mon.-Fri. Sake is served. $$ BW L D Daily
MEXICAN, CUBAN, CARIBBEAN, PERUVIAN, SPANISH & TEX-MEX CUISINE ACAPULCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 12 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 808-9933, acabay.com This sprawling Mexican restaurant overlooks Castillo de San Marcos and serves all of the favorites as well as weekly specials. Beer, including Mexican brands, wine and margaritas are served. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
BAHAMA BREEZE 10205 River Coast Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 646-1031, bahamabreeze.com Bahama Breeze offers Caribbean-inspired cuisine and tropical drinks in an island atmosphere. Menu items include lobster quesadillas, West Indies beef patties and Creole baked goat cheese. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
BARBERITOS 1519 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach, 277-2505 463867 S.R. 200, Ste. 5, Yulee, 321-2240 4320 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., Ste. 106, Southside, 807-9060, barberitos.com The idea is quick serve, not fast food. Specializing in Southwestern fare, Barberitos offers made-to-order fresh favorites, including burritos, tacos, quesadillas, nachos and salads. The salsa is handcrafted from fresh tomatoes, cilantro, onions and peppers. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
BEIGNET’S CARIBBEAN CAFÉ
4770 Barnes Rd., Ste. 1, Southside, 737-6789 A taste of the Caribbean can be found all over this place, with items like jerk chicken, oxtail, goat, mahi sandwiches, and Caribbean beignets with coffee from New Orleans Cafe Du Monde. $ BW B Mon.-Sat.; L D Daily
BLUE WATER ISLAND GRILL 205 First St. N., Jax Beach, 249-0083 This casual spot features American fare with a
Cup of Joe… Created by Joe. Caribbean soul. There’s live music on the weekends. $$ FB K L D Tue.-Sun.
BRAZILIAN JAX CAFE 9825 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 20, Mandarin, 880-3313, brazilianjaxcafe.com A variety of authentic Brazilian dishes, including steaks, sausages, chicken, fish, burgers and hot sandwiches prepared with fresh ingredients. Every Saturday, the traditional feijoada — black beans and pork stew served with rice, collards, orange salad and toasted yucca flour with bacon — is featured. $$ TO B L D Mon.-Sat.
CAMPECHE BAY CANTINA 127 First Ave. N., Jax Beach, 249-3322 Campeche Bay has repeatedly won our readers’ poll awards for Best Mexican Restaurant, Best Fajitas and Best Margaritas. Customers favor chili rellenos, tamales, fajitas, enchiladas, fish tacos, fried ice cream and homemade margaritas — to say nothing of the two daily happy hours. $$ FB K D Nightly
CANTINA LAREDO 10282 Bistro Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 997-6110, cantinalaredo.com Authentic Mexican dishes are served in a sophisticated atmosphere. The daily fish specials, grilled chicken and steaks are complimented by signature sauces like chipotle-wine with portobello mushrooms or sautéed artichoke hearts and roasted red bell peppers. $$ FB K R L D Daily
CANTINA LOUIE 1900 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 770-2608 This affordable, fun Mexican cantina specializes in innovative tacos and authentic Mexican street food. $ FB K L D Daily
CANTINA MAYA SPORTS BAR & GRILLE 1021 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-3227 This popular newish spot serves great margaritas, great Latin food and burgers. And there’s always plenty of sports on TVs. $$ FB K L D Tue.-Sun.
CASA MARIA 12961 N. Main St., Ste. 104, Northside, 757-6411 2429 S. Third St., Jax Beach, 372-9000 14965 Old St. Augustine Rd., Southside, 619-8186, casamariajax.com This family-owned-and-operated restaurant offers authentic Mexican food, including fajitas, burritos and seafood dishes, as well as a variety of hot sauces — ones made in-house. The specialty is tacos de asada. $ FB K L D Daily
CASA MAYA 17 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 217-3039 Owner Marco Barrera serves authentic upscale Mayan cuisine that is mostly organic, including a juice bar and daily specials. Located in the heart of St. Augustine’s historic district, Casa Maya offers a hearty selection of dishes, both vegetarian and meat. $$ TO B L D Wed.-Sun.
Come find out why Lillie’s Coffee Bar is THE BEST COFFEEHOUSE IN JAX!
200 First St. Neptune Beach
Call 904.249.2922 Or visit lilliescoffeebar.com
CASTILLO DE MEXICO 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 19, Intracoastal, 998-7006, castillodemexico.com Castillo de Mexico, in business for more than 15 years, offers an extensive menu served in authentic Mexican décor. There is also a weekday lunch buffet. $$ FB L D Daily
CINCO DE MAYO 11892 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington, 997-2041 Jax Landing, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, 329-2892, jacksonvillelanding.com Authentic fajitas, tacos, burritos, enchiladas and quesadillas are offered. Dine in or outside. $$ FB L D Daily
CORNER TACO 818 Post St., 240-0142, facebook.com/cornertaco Made-from-scratch “semi-swanky street food” — tacos, nachos and salads — is served with an innovative presentation, with gluten-free and vegetarian options. Corner Taco, a former food truck, is now a bricks-and-mortar building. $ BW L D Tue.-Sun.
Gaby Marchegiani and Jessica Tate, at Hola in Springfield, serve taco salads, flautas Mexicanas and other Mexican delights.
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DE REAL TING CAFÉ 128 W. Adams St., Downtown, 633-9738 This Caribbean restaurant features jerk or curried chicken, conch fritters and curried goat and oxtail. $ FB TO L Tue.-Fri.; D Fri.-Sat.
DIRTY REDS’ 1451 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 372-9438 Casual Cajun/Creole/Southern fare: shrimp & grits, po’boys, smoked ribs & brisket, red beans & rice. Sides: jalapeño mac-n-cheese, beer-braised collards, corn maque choux, candied yams, smoked baked beans. BOGO select draft and house wines daily 4-7 p.m. $$ BW K D Mon.-Sat.
DON JUAN’S RESTAURANT 12373 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 268-8722, donjuansjax.com With a focus on friendly, family-oriented service, Don Juan’s has a touch of Old Mexico: patio dining. A full bar — with tequila selections — is served, and happy hour is held Mon.-Fri. $ FB K L D Daily
EL PALERMO 2177 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-7701 The flavor focus is Caribbean and Puerto Rican at the family-friendly spot. The authentically crafted dishes are served in a clean, no-frills atmosphere. Empanadas, black beans and rice, plantains, flan and cafe con leche are offered. Free Wi-Fi, too. $$ K L D Tue.-Sat.
EL POTRO 7200 Normandy Blvd., Ste. 12, Northside, 378-9822 1553 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 241-6910 226 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 819-0390 Family-friendly, El Potro cooks everything fresh,
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made-to-order — fast, hot and simple. It’s a friendly spot — there’s even a photo of an ICE agent on the wall! Daily specials and a buffet at most locations. $ FB L D Daily
EL RANCHITO 14333 Beach Blvd., Ste. 22, Intracoastal, 992-4607 This restaurant features Latin American cuisine, including dishes from Colombia, Cuba and Mexico. Closed Tuesdays. $$ BW K TO L D Wed.-Mon.
ESPAÑA RESTAURANT & TAPAS 22 S. Fourth St., Fernandina Beach, 261-7700 Owners Marina and Roberto Pestana specialize in traditional flavors from Spain and Portugal, including caracoles (Andalusia-style escargot) and gambas al jerez (shrimp and garlic, sautéed with sherry and cream). Tapas includes ceviche and homemade sangria. $$$ FB K D Tue.-Sun.
FLYING IGUANA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 853-5680 This funky spot serves a fusion of Latin American and Southwestern-influenced fare, with tacos, seafood, carnitas, Cubana sandwiches and more. More than 100 tequilas are served. Outdoor seating available. Live music Thur.-Sun. $ FB L D Daily
HAVANA-JAX CAFÉ/CUBA LIBRE BAR 2578 Atlantic Blvd., St. Nicholas, 399-0609, havanajax.com Bite Club certified The Cuban sandwiches served in this clean, bright café are the real thing: big, thick and flattened. Other favorites include traditional Cuban fare like
black beans and rice, plantains, steaks, seafood, chicken and rice, and roast pork. Spanish wine and Cuban drink specials, including mojitos and Cuba libres, are served. Happy hour all day, every day. $ FB K L D Daily
HOLA CUBAN CAFE 117 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 321-0163, holacubancafe.com Tucked away behind the Palace Saloon and owned by real Cubans, Hola serves authentic Cuban sandwiches and Cuban coffee. And Cuban sodas, too: Iron Beer, Materva and Jupiña. Dine inside or outside under umbrella tables. Delivery within Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach available. $ TO L D Daily
HOLA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1001 N. Main St., Springfield, 356-3100, holamexicanrestaurant.com Customers drive from all over to this spot. Hola offers fresh Mexican fare, like fajitas, burritos and enchiladas, and features daily specials. Happy hour starts at 2 p.m. every day. There’s sangria, too. $ BW K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
ISLAND TROPICS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 2527 N. Main St., Northside, 355-3050, islandtropics.net This Caribbean spot is a comfy, relaxed place serving island dishes like fried plantain and codfish for breakfast, and curry goat, jerk chicken and hot wings for lunch and dinner. Desserts, baked goods and tropical drinks are available. Island Tropics specializes in vegetarian meals. $$ BW TO B L D Daily
LA COCINA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 3290 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 794-1610 Sister restaurant to the La Cocina at the beach, this La Cocina offers gourmet Mexican cuisine in a fine-dining atmosphere. Patio dining available. $$-$$$ BW L D Daily
LA NOPALERA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1631 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 399-1768 4530 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 388-8828 1222 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 372-4495 14333 Beach Blvd., Intracoastal, 992-1666 1930 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-2776 1571 C.R. 220, Ste. 100, Fleming Island, 215-2223 No. 2, 1631 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 399-1768 11700 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 288-0175 8818 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington, 720-0106 8206 Philips Hwy., Baymeadows, 732-9433 Servers’ arms are filled with dinner plates — five or more at a time. The balancing act is something to behold. Tamales, fajitas and pork tacos are customer favorites. Some locations offer a full bar. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
LOLA’S BURRITO JOINT 1522 King St., Riverside, 738-7181, lolasburritojoint.com Latin-themed Lola’s offers more than 25 kinds of fresh-cooked-to-order burritos, burgers, along with tacos, empanadas and yucca fries. And there are more than 50 craft beers, some local, as well as signature margaritas. Sunday brunch features bottomless mimosas. $$ FB K R L D Daily
LOS LOROS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 5210 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 367-8633 Los Loros serves authentic Mexican fare, including fajitas and vegetarian dishes. Margaritas are served. $ FB K L D Daily
Lane snapper over farm vegetables with mashed potatoes and red onions, tomatoes and capers with butter beurre blanc, summer crab cups with lump crab and a light vinaigrette, and the signature charcuterie plates are just some of the dishes Alexis Bryant serves at Intracoastal West’s Good Food Company on Atlantic Boulevard.
MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE & PIZZERIA 13770 Beach Blvd., Ste. 9, Intracoastal, 374-2046 Mambo’s specializes in authentic Cuban cuisine and cocktails, including ropa vieja, bistec, pollo, picadillo and lechon asada and mojitos. The Cuban sandwich is a customer favorite. DJs spin Latin music every Fri.-Sat. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
MANGO MANGO’S BEACHSIDE BAR & GRILL
on the brick patio. $ K L D Daily
PEPE’S HACIENDA Y RESTAURANT 3615 DuPont Ave., Ste. 900, Lakewood, 636-8131 This restaurant includes an ethnic grocery store. Pepe’s offers authentic burritos, tortillas, seafood, soups and fresh-baked in-house breads. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily
PEPPER’S MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA
700 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 461-1077 Just steps from the A Street beach access, this Caribbean kitchen offers comfort food with a tropical twist. Specialties include coconut shrimp and fried plantains. Outdoor seating. $$ BW K L D Daily
530 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 277-2011 13475 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 1, Intracoastal, 221-2300 96096 Lofton Square Court, Yulee, 491-6955 This casual, family-friendly restaurant features daily specials, and happy hour runs all day, every day. Margaritas are featured. $$ FB K L D Daily
MI VERACRUZ MEXICAN RESTAURANT
THE PIER CANTINA & SANDBAR
3109 Spring Park Rd., Southside, 396-2626 Authentic Mexican fare is served, for dine in or take out. Margaritas are featured. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
THE MOSSFIRE GRILL
412 First St. N., Jax Beach, 246-6454, thepierjax.com The casual oceanfront restaurant offers a Mexicaninfluenced menu. Downstairs in the Sandbar, there’s live music at night. Dine indoors or on the oceanfront patio. Margaritas and mojitos are featured. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. $$$ FB TO L D Daily
1537 Margaret St., Riverside, 355-4434, mossfire.com Just a stone’s throw from the Five Points intersection, Mossfire manages to satisfy indie kids’ and conservative business folk alike. Southwestern dishes like fresh fish tacos and chicken enchiladas are popular Happy hour runs Mon.-Sat. in the upstairs lounge. Sunday means happy hour all day. $$ FB K L D Daily
4131 Southside Blvd., Ste. 101, Southside, 646-3888, piscosrestaurant.com This Peruvian restaurant offers ceviche, jalea, lomo and pollo saltado, arroz con marisco, Inca Cola and Peruvian wines. $$$ BW K L D Daily
PABLO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
PLAYA CHAC-MOOL
12 N. Second St., Fernandina Beach, 261-0049 Pablo’s is in Fernandina’s historic district and serves authentic Mexican fare like chimichangas, fajitas — and vegetarian dishes. Dine inside or out
PISCO’S RESTAURANT
105 D St., St. Augustine Beach, 471-1131 True Yucatec cuisine, this family owned restaurant serves Mayan influenced favorites like ceviche and quesadillas, along with beer and wine. The best
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parts the service, which often means the owner playing guitar, and a keyboard-only version of The Girl From Ipanema. Covered patio seating outside is available. $$ BW L D Tue.-Sun.
POLLO TROPICAL 13776 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 288-7917 10989 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 288-5990 4863 Gate Pkwy., Southside, 646-9707 730 Skymarks Dr., Northside, 757-2148, pollotropical.com This restaurant’s menu has influences from the Caribbean, Latin America and Miami, resulting in citrus-marinated, tropical spiced grilled chicken dishes served all over the world. $ K TO L D Daily
PUERTO PLATA RESTAURANT 2045 Bayview Rd., Westside, 388-5888 This restaurant located off Blanding Boulevard offers authentic Latin cuisine served in a relaxed atmosphere. Specialties include roast pork, chuletas and pollo guisado. $$ BW K L D Daily
PUSSERS BAR & GRILLE 816 A1A N., Ste. 100, Ponte Vedra, 280-7766, pussersusa.com Bite Club certified Named for the rum, Pussers serves innovative Caribbean cuisine and regional favorites, like Jamaican grilled pork ribs, Trinidad smoked duck, lobster macaroni & cheese dinner. Tropical drinks, including Pussers Painkiller, are popular house remedies. Live entertainment on the Upper Deck. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
SALSAS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 46, Intracoastal, 992-8402 9475 Philips Hwy., Southside, 538-0606, salsasmexicanrestaurants.com Authentic, fresh Mexican fare prepared from scratch with fresh ingredients. Daily specials. Dine indoors or on the large patio outside. $$ BW K L D Daily
SALSARITA’S FRESH CANTINA 840 Nautica Dr., Ste. 131, Northside, 696-4001, salsaritas.com Salsarita’s offers cuisine with a Southwest flavor made from scratch daily and served in a family atmosphere. Delivery is available. $ BW K L D Daily
SAUCY TACO 450 S.R. 13 N., Ste. 113, Julington Creek, 287-8226, saucytaco.com The menu is light Mexican with American influences — and there are 40 beers on draft. Live music Thur.-Sat. nights; trivia on Mon. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
TACOLU BAJA MEXICANA 1712 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 249-8226, tacolu.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Fresh, Baja-style fare with a focus on fish tacos, tequila (more than 135 kinds) and mezcal (20 and counting). Menu highlights include bangin’ shrimp, carne asada and carnitas, as well as daily fresh fish selections. The guacamole is made fresh every day, too. And the tequila selection is something else. $$ FB K R Sat. & Sun.; L D Tue.-Fri.
TEMPO 16 Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, 547-0240 This fusion restaurant offers healthful American fare with a Latin flair. $$ BW L D Tue.-Sun.
TIJUANA FLATS 1647 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 264-1766 9942 Old Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 641-1090 5907 Roosevelt Blvd., Ste. 100, Westside, 908-4343 13529 Beach Blvd., Intracoastal, 223-0041 5635 San Jose Blvd., Lakewood, 737-9938 13820 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 262-0484 2025 Riverside Ave., Ste. 205, Riverside, 389-5630 651 Nautica Dr., Northside, 738-7642, tijuanaflats.com
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Chef Rudolph Smith, of Elizabeth Pointe Lodge on Amelia Island, garnishes a chicken Waldorf salad made with greens, tomatoes, apples and walnuts. The fresh Tex-Mex menu features a hot bar with rotating sauces to supply any degree of heat. There’s not a microwave or freezer in sight — everything is made from fresh ingredients. $ BW K TO L D Daily
golf courses, this pub offers a menu of Northeast Florida flavors along with Alice & Pete’s favorites, like Dominican black bean soup and Pete’s bourbon pecan pie. Outside dining available. $$$ FB L D Daily
TOSSGREEN
ANGIE’S SUBS
4375 Southside Blvd., Ste. 12, Southside, 619-4356, tossgreen.com This convenient “fast-casual” place offers custom salads, burritos or burrito bowls from fresh ingredients like fruits, vegetables, 100 percent natural chicken breast and sirloin, shrimp, tofu, nuts, cheeses, dressings, sauces and salsas. Frozen yogurt, too. $$ K L D Daily
1436 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 246-2519
VIVA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 2467 Faye Rd., Ste. 10, Northside, 527-1261 The chef at this authentic South of the Border place creates dishes with a Southern Mexican influence, including fajitas, tacos, burritos, enchiladas and quesadillas made with fresh ingredients and authentic spices and served in a family-friendly atmosphere. Margaritas are served. $ FB K L D Daily
NEIGHBORHOOD HANGOUTS A1A ALE WORKS
ANGIE’S GROM
204 Third Ave. S., Jax Beach, 246-7823 2013 Best of Jax Winner Home of the original baked sub, Angie’s has been serving a variety of subs, made with the freshest ingredients, to devoted locals for more than 25 years. One word: Peruvian. In addition to hot or cold subs, Angie’s offers huge salads and blueribbon iced tea. Grom, the kid brother of the original Angie’s, serves a variety of subs, with the freshest ingredients. $ BW TO L D Daily
BEACHCOMBER RESTAURANT 2 A St., St. Augustine Beach, 471-3744 One of the few spots in St. Augustine where you actually eat on the beach, this casual spot serves a full breakfast menu (with huge pancakes) inside or out at the picnic tables. There are fresh local oysters, seafood and Beachcomber’s awardwinning chowder. $$ BW K B L D Daily
BEACH HUT CAFÉ
1 King St., St. Augustine, 829-2977, a1aaleworks.com This two-story brew pub, overlooking the restored Bridge of Lions in downtown St. Augustine, makes six varieties of beer and serves New World cuisine, indoors or out on the balcony. There’s live entertainment Thur., Fri. and Sat. $$ FB L D Daily
1281 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 249-3516 Celebrating more than 25 years in the biz, Beach Hut Café often wins the Best Breakfast category in our Best of Jax readers poll. The full breakfast menu is served all day (featuring some darn good grits), and hot plate specials are offered Mon.-Fri. Expect a wait on weekends — this place packs out. $ K TO B R L Daily
ALICE & PETE’S PUB
BENNY’S SANDWICH SHOP
1000 PGA Tour Blvd., Sawgrass Marriott, Ponte Vedra, 285-7777, sawgrassmarriott.com Inspired by World Golf Hall of Famers Alice and Pete Dye, architects of the Stadium and Valley
121 W. Forsyth St., Downtown, 634-1525 For nearly 30 years, Benny’s — in an old basement bank vault — has been part of the downtown breakfast and lunch scene. Everything’s from
scratch. Customer favorites include the taco salad and the creamy potato soup. $ TO B L Mon.-Fri.
BILLY’S BOAT HOUSE GRILL 2321 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 241-9771, billysboathousegrill.com Located at Beach Marine with a view of the Intracoastal Waterway, Billy’s focuses on fresh local seafood and hand-trimmed steaks. There’s trivia every Mon., and oyster and wing specials every Thur. Live entertainment is featured Wed.-Sun. $$ FB K R, Sat.-Sun.; L D Daily
CANDLELIGHT SOUTH 1 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 819-0588 New on the island, the casual restaurant started originally in Scarsdale, N.Y. The menu offers fish tacos, sandwiches, wings, desserts and sangria. Daily specials are available. $ BW K TO L D Daily
CAP’S ON THE WATER 4325 Myrtle St., Vilano Beach, 824-8794, capsonthewater.com This Intracoastal restaurant is a Vilano Beach mainstay, serving coastal cuisine indoors or out on the large, oak-shaded deck. Kids romp along the water while grownups enjoy a long meal (fresh local shrimp, raw oyster bar) or a stunning sunset. Boat access is available. $$ FB K L Fri.-Sun.; D Nightly
CLIFF’S BAR & GRILL 3033 Monument Rd., Ste. 2, Intracoastal, 645-5162 Cliff ’s features 8-ounce burgers, wings, seafood, homemade pizza and other daily specials, including the weekend handcut 12-ounce New York strip. Weekday happy hour. There’s entertainment offered every night. Smoking is permitted. $$ FB TO L D daily
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This popular restaurant serves gastropub fare like soups, salads, flatbreads and specialty sandwiches, including BarBe-Cuban and beer dip. Craft beers, too — ask how you can sign up for brew groups. $ FB K L Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly
EPIK BURGER 12740 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 105, Intracoastal, 374-7326, epikburger.com More than 35 burgers made from quality grassfed beef, ahi tuna, all-natural chicken and vegan are created with innovative recipes; gluten-free options are available. $ TO L D Mon.-Sat.
EUROPEAN STREET CAFE 1704 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 398-9500 2753 Park St., Riverside, 384-9999 5500 Beach Blvd., Southside, 398-1717 992 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 249-3001, europeanstreet.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner With more than 130 imported beers, and 20 on tap, European Street (each location is familyowned-and-operated) knows its beers and ales. The New York City-style sandwich menu includes the classic Reuben and other overstuffed sandwiches, and there are salads and soups, too. The Listening Room features local and national Americana artists. Outside seating is available at some locations. $ BW K L D Daily
FALCON’S NEST 6800 First Coast Hwy., Amelia Island, 491-4242, omnihotels.com Located at Omni Amelia Island Plantation, Falcon’s Nest offers specialty burgers, burritos, martinis, beer and wine. Airplane memorabilia decorates this island nightspot. 21 and older after 9 p.m. Happy hour is held Mon.-Fri. $$$ FB D Nightly
FLAVORS EATERY 125-C King St., St. Augustine, 824-4221 A favorite among college students and locals, this casual restaurant serves quesadillas, pizza and smoothies. Local musicians play Thur.-Sat. Indoor and outdoor seating. $ BW L D Mon.-Sat.
THE FRINGE EATERY ON EDGEWOOD 934 Edgewood Ave. S., Riverside, 402-6446 Casual doesn’t describe The Fringe: It’s a steampunk gallery and performance space that also serves soups, salads, wraps, coffees and teas. Open mic is held every second and fourth Wed. $$ TO Thur.-Sat.
GAS FULL SERVICE RESTAURANT 9 Anastasia Blvd., Ste. C, St. Augustine, 217-0326 The menu is ever-changing, and all items are fresh, local and homemade. Casual fare like meatloaf and veggie and traditional burgers are served, along with seafood and steaks, as well as seasonal, daily specials and made-from-scratch desserts. It’s comfort food with an innovative twist. $$ BW K TO L D Tue.-Sat.
GIGI’S RESTAURANT 3130 Hartley Rd. (Ramada Inn), Mandarin, 694-4300, jaxramada.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner In the Ramada, Gigi’s serves a prime rib and crab leg buffet Fri. and Sat., blue-jean brunch on Sun., a daily breakfast buffet and lunch and dinner buffets. Ramada Inn is home to Best of Jax winner The Comedy Zone, with national comedians Tue.-Sat. $$$ FB B R L D Daily
GUMBO YAYA’S 1433 Beach Blvd., Ste. 101, Intracoastal, 223-0202, gumboyayas.com New Orleans/Cajun fare features gumbo (obvee, right?), po’boys, muffuletta, plates of crawfish, etouffee, jambalaya, shrimp, oysters, catfish — mon cher’, it’s all here. Daily specials and weekend low country boils, too. There’s a new climatecontrolled patio for outdoor dining. $$ BW K TO L D Daily 52 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
Ben Herhold of just-opened Vines at Sawgrass Marriott in Ponte Vedra pours wine next to an antipasto platter of Italian-style mortadella and cured Spanish chorizo cappicola.
HIGHTIDE BURRITO COMPANY 1538 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 683-7396, hightideburrito.com Locally-owned-and-operated by Alejandro Juarez, this casual Mexican place offers homemade salsas, marinades and tortillas. Beef, pork, fish or cactus are served in burritos, tacos, salads or tortas. $ FB K B L D Daily
THE HYPPO 48 Charlotte St., St. Augustine, 217-7853, thehyppo.com 1765 Tree Blvd., Ste. 5, St. Augustine, 342-7816 This popular spot offers popsicles of unexpected flavors, created with premium ingredients, as well as coffee pour-overs and cold-brew coffees. Freshly handcrafted sandwiches and salads, too. The Charlotte location offers popsicles only. $ TO Daily
IZZY’S PIZZERIA & SPORTS BAR 8206 Philips Hwy., Baymeadows, 731-9797, izzyspizzaeria.com This spot in Baymeadows offers Chicago-style deep-dish pizzas, hot dogs and Italian dishes — and there are HD TVs at every booth. Really. Drink specials. $$ FB K L D Daily
performed every weekend. $$ FB K L D Daily; R Sun.
THE MILL TOP TAVERN & LISTENING ROOM 19 1/2 St. George St., St. Augustine, 829-2329, milltoptavern.com A St. Augustine institution deep in the historic district across from Castillo de San Marcos, Mill Top features live music nightly. The St. Auggie Spread is the signature dish. Homemade soups and sandwiches, daily specials. Dine indoors or under the trees on the two-story porch. $ FB L D Daily
MONKEY’S UNCLE TAVERN 1850 S. Third St., Jax Beach, 246-1070 10503 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 260-1349, monkeysuncletavern.com For more than 25 years, Monkey’s Uncle has served pub grub, including burgers, sandwiches, seafood and wings. Dine inside or out on the patio. Popular Karaoke is held every Tue.-Thur. and Sat. and Sun. $ FB TO L D Daily
MSHACK
27 N. Third St., Amelia Island, 277-5269, cafekaribo.com Amelia Island’s first microbrewery, Karibrew is next door to its sister restaurant, Cafe Karibo. Karibrew offers a variety of beers, spirits and pub food. $$ FB TO R Sun.; L Daily; D Tue.-Sun.
299 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-2599 10281 Midtown Pkwy., Southside, 642-5000 2013 Best of Jax Winner Brothers David and Matthew Medure are flippin’ burgers at these new restaurants, featuring a variety of burgers, hot dogs, fries, shakes and more familiar fare at moderate prices. Dine indoors or outside for great people-watching at Beaches Town Center and St. Johns Town Center. $$ BW L D Daily
LANDSHARK CAFE
MURRAY BROS. CADDYSHACK
1728 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 246-6024 Locally owned and operated, this popular place serves fresh, right-off-the-boat local seafood, fish tacos, houseground burgers, wings, handcut fries and tater tots. Daily specials. Live music is
455 S. Legacy Trail, St. Augustine, 940-3673, murraybroscaddyshack.com Decorated in a Caddyshack theme with actor Bill Murray’s golf and family memorabilia, this World
KARIBREW BREW PUB & GRUB
Golf Village restaurant offers fresh seafood, steaks and barbecue. And keep an eye out for Bill, who’s been known to stop by for a cold one now and then. Weekday happy hour. $$ FB L D Daily
MURRAY’S GRILLE 463852 E. S.R. 200/A1A, Yulee, 261-2727 Just west of Amelia Island on S.R. 200, Murray’s serves seafood, pastas and barbecue. The hand-cut steaks, grouper Elizabeth and homemade Key lime pie are among the most requested dinner items. $ FB L D Daily
NO NAME BAR & GRILL 16 S. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine, 823-8840 2013 Best of Jax Winner This joint serves pub food and often stages real live musicians. Outdoor seating is available. $ FB L D Daily
NORTHSTAR PIZZA BAR & SUBSTATION 119 E. Bay St., Downtown, 860-5451 The menu features brick-oven-baked pizzas, grinders, wings, Philly cheesesteaks, sandwiches and fries served in a laid-back setting. Dine indoors or out. Karaoke on Sat.; 52 beers on tap. Open mic comedy every Wed. $ FB L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat.
OASIS RESTAURANT & DECK 4000 A1A & Ocean Trace Rd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-3424 Just one block from the Atlantic Ocean, The Oasis is a favorite among bikers and tourists. The menu includes burgers and daily specials. 24 draft beers, and a happy hour Mon.-Fri. There’s live music nightly and TVs for viewing sports. $ FB K B L D Daily
O’STEEN’S 205 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 829-6974, osteensrestaurant.com Expect a wait — O’Steen’s has been packing a
crowd for more than 45 years. Seafood and steak are on the menu, but the meal most everyone orders is the famous fried shrimp. At O’Steens, it’s no alcohol, no smoking, no reservations and no plastic — cash only. $$ K L D Tue.-Sat.
PANAMA HATTIE’S 361 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2192, panamahattiesbar.com Across A1A from the St. Johns County pier, this restaurant serves casual beach fare in a Key Weststyle atmosphere. Live bands are featured. Dine inside or out on the ocean-view deck upstairs. The bar’s open till 2 a.m. nightly. $ FB L D Daily
PARKWAY GRILLE 5517 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach, 277-6614 Breakfast and lunch items are made daily with fresh ingredients, including a selection of Boar’s Head deli meats, in a bright and casual atmosphere. $ TO B L Daily
POE’S TAVERN 363 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-7637, poestavern.com Named for Baltimore’s own macabre poet Edgar Allan Poe, the American gastropub has 50-plus beers, gourmet hamburgers, ground in-house and cooked to order, along with hand-cut French fries, fish tacos, entrée-size salads, Edgar’s Drunken Chili and a daily fish sandwich special. $$ FB K L D Daily
RENDEZVOUS 106 St. George St., St. Augustine, 824-1090 Beer is the specialty at this German style beer house, with more than 200 varieties from around the world, with a rotating draft selection. Pair one with a hot or cold deli sandwich. Take-out orders may be phoned ahead for fast service. The kitchen’s open for late lunch during the week, till 2 a.m. on Fri. and Sat. $$ BW TO L D Daily
RHETT’S PIANO BAR & BRASSERIE 166 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 825-0502, rhetts.com The nightclub, styled like a glamorous speakeasy, serves innovative dishes like pistachio-crusted lamb chops, chicken Meuniere and Strawberry Fields salad, with organic greens, goat cheese, pecans and strawberries. Extensive wine list. Live music nightly. $$$$ FB D Tue.-Sun.
SALTWATER COWBOYS
TAPS BAR & GRILL
299 Dondanville Rd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2332, saltwatercowboys.com This popular landmark restaurant, which serves tourists and locals in a turn-of-the-century fish camp surrounded by saltwater marshes, is always packed. Local seafood, barbecue, ribs and chicken. $$ BW D Nightly
2220 C.R. 210 W., Ste. 314, St. Johns, 819-1554 1605 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 278-9421, tapspublichouse.com This restaurant offers more than 50 premium domestic and imported beers on tap along with a full bar. The menu features starters, burgers, sandwiches, entrees and a kids’ selection, all prepared to order with fresh ingredients. And there are lots of TVs for watching sports. $$ FB K L D Daily
SEA PORCH BAR & GRILL 1000 PGA Tour Blvd., Sawgrass Marriott, 285-7777, sawgrassmarriott.com This oceanfront spot offers casual cuisine — shirt and shoes required, though — served in a nautical atmosphere. Dine indoors or outside on the patio. $ FB K L D Tue.-Sun.
SHIM SHAM ROOM 333 First St. N., Ste. 150, Jax Beach, 372-0781, shimshamroom.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This joint, in the heart of Jax Beach’s entertainment district, offers a seasonal menu of “cheap eats”: tasty bar bites like chicken and waffles, badass fries and tacos. There’s live music of one kind or another most nights, and plenty of libations to add to a party vibe. $$ FB D Nightly
SMASHBURGER 630 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 241-2666, smashburger.com Do-it-yourself burgers and chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, salads, sides and fries are served at this popular beach spot. $ BW K TO L D Daily
STIR IT UP 18 A St., St. Augustine Beach, 461-4552, stiritupstaug.com Reggae-named fresh sandwiches, wraps and smoothies are served just steps from the ocean. Try the Burrita Marley (hummus and avocado burrito) or the Pita Tosh (turkey, hummus and sprouts). $ K TO L Daily; D Thur.-Sat.
SUNSET GRILLE 421 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-5555, sunsetgrillea1a.com This Key West-style restaurant serves fresh local seafood, steaks and sandwiches inside or at openair counters. Celebrating 20-plus years, Sunset Grille has a new deck. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
TASTY’S FRESH BURGERS & FRIES 710 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 321-0409, tastysamelia.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner In Fernandina Beach’s historic district, Tasty’s is a fresh fast-food alternative, with an innovative approach to combining the freshest meats, handcut fries, homemade sauces and soups and hand-spun shakes. $ BW K L D Daily
TIDES BEACH BAR & GRILLE 1515 N. First St., Jax Beach, 241-2311, hamptoninn3.hilton.com This oceanfront spot inside Hampton Inn offers casual, beach-vibed dining inside and out, with a great ocean vista. $ BW L D Daily
TOM & BETTY’S 4409 Roosevelt Blvd., Ortega, 387-3311 After 44 years in business, Tom & Betty’s is a Jacksonville institution. The car-themed menu features big sandwiches, burgers and favorite homestyle entrées like pot roast. Daily happy hour features $1.75 domestic bottles. Live bands perform every Fri. and Karaoke is every Sat. $$ FB K TO L D Tue.-Sun.
T-RAY’S BURGER STATION 202 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach, 261-6310 This hidden gem is actually inside an old gas station, but it doesn’t escape the notice of tourists or locals. T-Ray’s often wins Best Burger on Amelia Island in our Best of Jax reader’s poll, and is famous on the island for its blue plate specials. Go for the food, stay for the gossip. Sadly, the cozy spot’s beloved owner, Terrell “Big Ray” Mullis, died last March, but his son — T-Ray — is keeping the place humming. $ BW TO B L Mon.-Sat.
ZETA BREWING COMPANY 131 First Ave. N., Jax Beach, 372-0727, zetajax.com Zeta is now brewing their own beer, hence the name change. This place features tapas and sharing plates, big-deal nachos, pizzas, wings, tacos, flats, salads, sandwiches and burgers. Cocktails, martinis and moonshine, too. It’s late-night upscale urban fusion. $$ FB L D Daily
PIZZERIAS ALE PIE HOUSE 3951 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 503-8000, alepiehouse.com Pizza made your way — New York, Chicago, gluten-free — plus subs, paninis, calzones, strombolis, wraps and dinners. Gluten-free, vegan cheese available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
AL’S PIZZA
John Walker and Chris Beck serve libations, whiskey-marinated salmon with mashed potatoes, and an ahi noodle poke plate at Fionn MacCool’s at The Jacksonville Landing in Downtown.
303 Atlantic Blvd., Beaches Town Center, Atlantic Beach, 249-0002 11190 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 260-4115 635 A1A, Ponte Vedra Beach, 543-1494 14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 31, Intracoastal, 223-0991 1620 Margaret St., Ste. 201, Riverside, 388-8384 8060 Philips Hwy., Baymeadows Junction, 731-4300 1 St. George St., St. Augustine, 824-4383, alspizza.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Folio Weekly readers often vote for Al’s for Best Pizza in our annual Best of Jax poll. Celebrating more than 20 years and seven locations, Al’s offers
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Carley Kramer, at Riverside’s Black Sheep, presents crispy-skin salmon with baby carrots and tarragon pea purée, and Michael Bloom pours a Black Sheep Bramble featuring lemon juice, crème Yvette and mint simple syrup. a selection of New York-style and gourmet pizzas and a variety of Italian baked dishes. All-day happy hour Mon.-Thur. $ FB K TO L D Daily
sense that the Brooklyn Special Pizza is a customer favorite. The menu features calzones, white pizza and homestyle lasagna. $$ BW TO L D Daily
ARON’S PIZZA
BRUCCI’S PIZZA, PASTA, PANINIS
650 Park Ave., Orange Park, 269-1007, aronspizza.com The extensive menu at this family-owned restaurant includes eggplant dishes, manicotti and New York-style pizzas. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
880 A1A, Ste. 8, Ponte Vedra Beach, 280-7677 540 S.R. 13, Ste. 10, Fruit Cove, 287-8317 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 36, Intracoastal, 223-6913, bruccispizza.com With three Northeast Florida spots, Brucci’s offers authentic New York-style pizza, pastas and desserts in a family atmosphere. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. $ BW K TO L Mon.-Sat.; D Nightly
ARTÉ PIZZA 109 N. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 277-1515 The wood-fired oven at this busy spot renders specialty pizzas like a traditional Napoli pizzeria, topped with imported cheeses, plum tomatoes and other fresh ingredients. Arte serves authentic Italian dishes like eggplant parmigiana and caprese salad. Outside seating. $$ TO L Fri.-Sun.; D Wed.-Mon.
BIG PETE’S OLD STYLE PIZZERIA 118 N. Julia St., Downtown, 356-2680 Big Pete’s makes everything from scratch, including pizza, calzones, baked ziti and wraps. Barbecue is served, too. $ TO L D Mon.-Fri.
BORRILLO’S PIZZA & SUBS 88 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 829-1133 John Zappa’s New York-style restaurant serves an assortment of hot and cold subs, pasta dishes, and pizzas by the pie or slice. $ BW K TO L D daily
BRICK OVEN PIZZERIA & GASTROPUB 1811 Town Center Blvd., Fleming Island, 278-1770, brickovengastropub.com Family-owned-and-operated, this spot offers freshly made brick-oven pizzas, specialty burgers, melts and wraps. Craft beers, too. Gluten-free items are available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
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CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN 4712 River City Dr., Ste. 105, St. Johns Town Center, 421-0179, cpk.com This upscale yet casual spot offers innovative Caliinspired dishes, pizzas, salads and sandwiches. Curbside pickup; free valet service with orders $20 or more. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
CARMELO’S MARKETPLACE & PIZZERIA 146 King St., St. Augustine, 494-6658 In addition to New York-style brick-oven-baked pizza, Carmelo’s offers freshly baked sub rolls, Boar’s Head meats and cheeses, stromboli and garlic herb wings. Outdoor seating and Wi-Fi. $$ BW TO L D Daily
CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL The Jacksonville Landing, Downtown, 354-7747 Chicago-style deep-dish pizzas, hot dogs and Italian beef dishes are offered by the Comastro family from Chicago, who’ve been serving up Windy City favorites for 25-plus years. They import ingredients all the way from exotic, faraway Illinois – talk about authentic. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
DaVINCI’S PIZZA 469 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-2001 DaVinci’s customers are loyal to this familyowned-and-operated pizzeria, which uses fresh, quality ingredients for its pies. Free beaches area delivery; call for details. $$ BW TO L D Tue.-Sun.
FOX’S PIZZA DEN 4360 Palm Valley Rd., Ste. 101, Ponte Vedra, 285-1292, foxspizza.com In the heart of Palm Valley, this family-owned-andoperated restaurant serves The Wedgie, a traditional sandwich served on a pizza crust, and sandwiches, pizzas and stromboli made to order. Delivery. $$ K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
JENK’S PIZZA 2245 C.R. 210 W., Ste. 112, Julington Creek, 826-1555, jenkspizza.com Family-owned-and-operated Jenk’s offers subs, New York-style pizzas, calzones and a variety of Italian dishes. Delivery available. $ BW K TO L D Daily
JOEY BROOKLYN FAMOUS PIZZERIA 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 107, Southside, 683-8737 Joey Pizza features fresh dough, cheeses and meat toppings on their pizza pies; they also serve wings and Italian dishes. $$ BW TO B L D Daily
JOSEPH’S PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT 30 Ocean Blvd., Beaches Town Center, Atlantic Beach, 270-1122 7316 N. Main St., Northside, 765-0335, josephspizza.com For 57 years, Joseph’s has been family-owned-andoperated. In addition to hot pasta dishes, gourmet pizzas and veal entrées, Joseph’s offers an extensive beer and wine selection. Open Mondays from Memorial Day to Labor Day at the beach. $$ BW TO L D Tue.-Sun.; R Sat. & Sun.
LIBRETTO’S PIZZERIA & ITALIAN KITCHEN 4880 Big Island Dr., Ste. 1, St. Johns Town Center, 402-8888, librettospizzeria.com Authentic NYC pizzeria brings Big Apple crust, cheese and sauce to Jax. Librettos serves thirdgeneration family-style Italian classics, freshfrom-the-oven calzones, and desserts in a casual, comfy setting. $$ TO L D Daily
THE LOOP PIZZA GRILL 211 Third St., Neptune Beach, 241-8476 869 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach, 321-0093 4000 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 384-7301 8221 Southside Blvd., Deerwood, 645-7788 450 S.R. 13, Fruit Cove, 230-2202 9965 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 262-2210 550 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 269-0756 2014 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 399-5667 4413 Town Center Pkwy., St. Johns Town Center, 527-8900, looppizzagrill.com The Loop has been serving made-to-order pizza, wraps, fire-grilled items and truly great burgers for more than 30 years. It started here and now there are nine locally, 14 overall. One lifeguard we know just lives for the vanilla milkshakes. $ BW K TO L D Daily
PIZZALLEY’S CHIANTI ROOM 60 Charlotte St., St. Augustine, 825-4100, pizzalleyschiantiroom.com Sister restaurant to the St. George Street location, Pizzalley’s Chianti Room serves homemade Italian ristorante fare in a warm Tuscany setting. Live music is presented Mon.-Fri. $$ BW TO L D Daily
PIZZA PALACE RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA 3928 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 527-8649 1959 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 399-8815 116 Bartram Oaks Walk, Julington Creek, 230-2171 This relaxed, family-owned restaurant serves homestyle cuisine. Local faves include spinach pizza and chicken spinach calzones. Ravioli, lasagna and parmigiana are also offered. Outside
dining and HD TVs, too. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
Gluten-free-friendly items are also available. $ FB K L D Daily
POMPEII COAL-FIRED PIZZA
RENNA’S PIZZA
2134 Park Ave., Orange Park, 264-6116 Family-owned-and-operated Pompeii is one of the few pizza places offering pizzas made in coal-fired ovens. The distinctive, flavorful pies are served alongside coal-fired wings. Espresso and cappuccino are served. $ BW TO L D Daily
11111 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 12, Mandarin, 292-2300 4624 Town Crossing Dr., Ste. 125, St. Johns Town Center, 565-1299 6001 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. 16, Orange Park, 771-7677 840 Nautica Dr., Ste. 117, River City Marketplace, 714-9210 592 Marsh Landing Pkwy., Jax Beach, 273-3113, rennaspizza.com The casual New York-style pizzerias serve calzones, antipasto, parmigiana — and terrific pizzas, too — and homemade breads. Buy by the slice – they’re
THE RED ELEPHANT PIZZA AND GRILL 10131 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 12, Mandarin, 683-3773, redelephantpizza.com This casual, family-friendly eatery serves pizzas, sandwiches, grill specials, burgers and pasta dishes.
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS 1018 Third St. N., Ste. 2, Jax Beach, 241-5600 3611 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 388-0200 9734 Deer Lake Court, Ste. 1, Tinseltown, 997-1955 1800 Town Center Blvd., Fleming Island, 541-1999 410 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 826-4040, mellowmushroom.com Bite Club certified 2013 Best of Jax Winner This psychedelic spot serves gourmet pizzas with spring water dough, hoagies and salads. Pies range from the Mighty Meaty to vegetarian pizzas like the Kosmic Karma. Mellow Mushroom offers 35 beers on tap — some local crafts — and a full bar. Happy hour is held all day, every day. Live music is featured at three locations. Outside dining available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
MIKEY’S PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT 7544 Beach Blvd., Southside, 721-7333, mikeys-pizzajax.com Family-owned for 35-plus years, Mikey’s serves Old New York style thin-crust pizzas, pasta, chicken and seafood dishes. An Italian lunch buffet is offered. Take-out and delivery within three miles are available. $ K TO L D Mon.-Sat.
MOON RIVER PIZZA 925 S. 14th St., Fernandina Beach, 321-3400 1176 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill, 389-4442, moonriverpizza.net 2013 Best of Jax Winner At this edgy little pizzeria, local artists’ work hangs on the walls and rock music is pumped into the dining room. Northern-style pizzas, available with more than 20 toppings, are served by the pie or the slice. $ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.
NEW YORK PIZZA COMPANY 163 Palencia Village Dr., St. Augustine, 825-4545, mynewyorkpizzacompany.com All of the authentic New York-style pizzas are hand-tossed, made with their own dough and specially spiced tomato sauce, and baked in a stone oven. Other menu items include salads, cheesy calzones, pasta dishes, hot hero sandwiches and desserts. Delivery available. $ BW TO L D Daily
PICASSO’S PIZZERIA 10503 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 880-0811, jaxpicassos.com Picasso’s specializes in hand-tossed gourmet pizza along with calzones, homemade New York-style cheesecake and handmade pasta. Fresh local seafood and steaks, too. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
PIZZALLEY’S 117 St. George St., St. Augustine, 825-2627, pizzalleys.net 2013 Best of Jax Winner The downtown St. Augustine eatery offers wings, salads and, of course, pizza — including free samples to passersby. There’s the Garbage Can pizza: a supreme with everything. Outdoor patio seating is available. $$ BW TO L D Daily
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Courtney McClanahan at Al’s Pizza on San Jose Boulevard in Mandarin can swallow a pizza whole humongous – or a full pie. Delivery available. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
TOMMY’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA 4160 Southside Blvd., Ste. 2, Southside, 565-1999, tbopizza.com Tommy’s creates New York-style thin crust, brick-oven-cooked pizzas — gluten-free — as well as calzones, salads and sandwiches made fresh to order, using Thumann’s no-MSG meats and Grande cheeses. Beer, wine and Boylan’s soda are served. Curbside pick-up. $$ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.
TONY’S PIZZA 1425 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach, 277-7661, fernandinatonysnewyorkpizza.net Tony’s serves New York-style brick oven pizza, along with dinner selections (like baked ziti and chicken broccoli alfredo). Subs, salads and wings complete the picture. Free delivery on the island. $ L D Daily
V PIZZA 1406 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 527-1511, vpizza.com New to San Marco, V Pizza offers true Neapolitana pizzas with the freshest ingredients. They claim a 55-second cook time — put them to the test! $$ BW TO L D Daily
VINO’S PIZZA & GRILL 605 S.R. 13, Ste. 103, St. Johns, 230-6966 Vino’s has hand-tossed New York-style, thin-crust pizzas, as well as Sicilian-style, thick-crust pizzas. Big salads, baked dishes, subs, stromboli, wings and wraps round out the menu. $ K L D Daily
YOUR PIE 1545 C.R. 220, Ste. 125, Fleming Island, 379-9771, yourpie.com Owner Mike Sims has a fast, casual pizza concept: Customers choose from three doughs, nine sauces, seven cheeses and 40-plus toppings and create their own pizza pie. Then the friendly folks stick it in a fiery-hot brick oven for just five minutes and ta-da: It’s your pie. Subs, sandwiches and gelato, too. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
REGIONAL CUISINE 29 SOUTH EATS 29 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 277-7919, 29southrestaurant.com Located in Fernandina’s historic downtown, this 56 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
popular bistro’s Chef Scotty Schwartz serves traditional regional cuisine with a modern twist. $$ L Tue.-Sat.; D Mon.-Sat.; R Sat.
BARBARA JEAN’S 15 S. Roscoe Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, 280-7522 960030 Gateway Blvd., Amelia Island, 277-3700, barbarajeans.com Barbara Jean’s specializes in easy Southern dining, including legendary crab cakes, seafood, meatloaf and 15 fresh vegetables. At the Palm Valley location, dine indoors or outside, with a real backto-nature view of the Intracoastal Waterway. $$-$$$ FB K B Sat. & Sun.; L D Daily
BLACKFINN AMERICAN GRILLE 4840 Big Island Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 345-3466, blackfinnamericangrille.com With four dining rooms, BlackFinn offers classic American fare: beef, seafood, pasta and flatbread sandwiches. Dine indoors or on the patio. There’s GameWatch and live music every Thur.-Sat. $$$ FB K R L D Daily
THE BLACK MOLLY GRILL 504 W. Geoffrey St., Cobblestone Plaza, St. Augustine, 547-2723, theblackmollygrill.com Fresh, local seafood, steaks cut from the loin, and unique pasta dishes in a casual atmosphere. Nonstop happy hour. $$ FB K L D Daily
BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFÉ 1 S. Front St., Fernandina Beach, 261-2660 On the water at historic Centre Street’s end, it’s Southern hospitality in an upscale atmosphere; daily specials, fresh local seafood and aged beef. $$$ FB L D Daily
THE CAPITAL GRILLE 5197 Big Island Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 997-9233, thecapitalgrille.com The Capital Grille serves dry-aged, hand-carved steaks and fresh seafood, in dishes made from local, seasonal ingredients. An extensive, awardwinning wine list has 350 Old and New World wines; 25 wines by the glass. $$ FB K TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Nightly
COPPER TAP HOUSE 13500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 25, Intracoastal, 647-6595, copperjax.com Here’s the concept: Focus on regional craft beers and cuisine, mix and match with beer tastings and slider samplers and ta da! Great beer, great food, great place. $$ FB K TO R, Sun.; L D Daily
COQUINA BEACH SURF CLUB 451 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2434, coquinabeachsurfclub.com The beach-centric restaurant’s chefs offer seasonal seafood, select beef entrees, seasonal produce, burgers, unique sandwiches and creative specials. An extensive wine list is featured. $$ FB K R Sat.-Sun.; D Nightly
THE COURTYARD PUB & EATS 318 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 432-7086, courtyardpubandeats.com The spot offers a large selection of draft and imported beers. Located in the rear of a historic 19th century building, the eatery serves sandwiches, salads, apps and desserts. $$ BW L D Thur.-Tue.
THE DUNES CRACKER HOUSE 641 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 461-5725 This rustic Florida-style spot is popular for drinks, dinner, dancing and daily specials. Jazz is featured on Mon. nights, and there’s a DJ Wed. and Fri.-Sun. $$ B L Fri.-Sun.; D Nightly
THE FLORIDIAN 39 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 829-0655, thefloridianstaug.com Paying homage to Old Florida, The Floridian serves updated Southern fare, with fresh, local ingredients from area farms. Vegetarian and gluten-free options, too. Signature items include fried green tomato bruschetta, the blackened fish cornbread stack and the grits with shrimp, fish or tofu. $$$ BW K TO L D Wed.-Mon.
THE HILLTOP 2030 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 272-5959, hilltop-club.com The Hilltop serves dinner in formal, Southerninflected dining spaces. Specialties include New Orleans shrimp, certified Black Angus prime rib and she-crab soup. Homemade desserts are featured, along with a piano lounge (Tue.-Sat. nights), a large collection of antiques and a garden setting. $$$ FB D Tue.-Sat.
THE ICE PLANT BAR 110 Riberia St., St. Augustine, 829-6553, iceplantbar.com Sit back and relax at this vintage-inspired place (a former ice plant, obvee) in the historic area. The farm-to-table menu utilizes locally sourced ingredients and the drinks are hand-crafted with house-made bitters and syrups. $$$ FB TO D Nightly
J ALEXANDER’S RESTAURANT 10296 Bistro Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 996-7147, jalexanders.com This upscale contemporary American restaurant is known for its wood-fired cuisine. The fresh seafood is flown in daily. The steaks are hand-cut, and the produce is fresh. Wine by the glass or bottle. $$$$ FB L D Daily
JAXON SOCIAL 1161 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 595-5660, jaxonsocial.com In the former KC Crave, this upscale place has an innovative fresh take — courtesy of Executive Chef Matt Kemper — on street fare, brunch, social plates, entrees and desserts, always sourced locally and handmade from scratch. Carissa Quigg is Head Mixologist, overseeing the local craft brews poured at tap tables, as well as craft cocktails, infused with fresh seasonal ingredients. $$$ FB R Sun.; D Nightly
LANDSHARK CAFE
sourced produce, meats and seafood. An extensive beer selection includes 10 local drafts. $$ BW L D Daily
SAVANNAH BISTRO 14670 Duval Rd., Northside, 741-4404, cpjacksonvilleairport.com Low Country Southern fare, with a twist of Mediterranean and French inspiration, is offered in a relaxing atmosphere at Crowne Plaza Airport. Favorites include crab cakes, New York strip, she crab soup and mahi mahi. $$$ FB K B L D Daily
SEASONS 52 5096 Big Island Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 645-5252, seasons52.com This casual, sophisticated fresh grill and wine bar offers a seasonally changing menu and an awardwinning international wine list. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
THE SOUTHERN GRILL
1728 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 246-6024, landsharkcafe.com Locally owned and operated, this popular beach place serves fresh, right-off-the-boat local seafood, fish tacos, houseground burgers, wings, handcut fries and tater tots. Daily specials. Live music every weekend. $$ FB K L D Daily; R Sun.
800 Flagler Ave., Southbank, 858-9800, thesoutherngrilljax.com The Southern Grill features a large varied menu of salads, veggie platters, sandwiches, melts and wraps. The breakfast selection includes omelets, a variety of egg combinations and sit-down favorites like pancakes. $$$ B L Mon.-Sat.
LULU’S AT THE THOMPSON HOUSE
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11 S. Seventh St., Fernandina Beach, 432-8394, lulusamelia.com An innovative lunch menu includes po’boys, salads and seafood little plates served in a historic house. A new dinner menu features fresh local seafood, including Fernandina shrimp. Reservations are recommended. $$$ BW K TO R Sun.; L D Tue.-Sat.
330 A1A N., Ste. 208, Ponte Vedra, 280-5515, table-1.com The upscale, casual restaurant offers a variety of items, from appetizers to entrées to salads, as well as a wine bar featuring an extensive list of wines by the glass. $$$ FB L D Daily
MILLER’S ALE HOUSE & RAW BAR
225 E. Coastline Dr., Downtown, 588-1234, jacksonville.hyatt.com Trellises offers American à la carte dining featuring original fresh seafood creations and regional specialties, along with a daily buffet or à la carte breakfast. $$$ FB K B L Daily
11112 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 19, Mandarin, 292-0003 1756 Wells Rd., Ste. A, Orange Park, 278-4600 9541 Regency Square Blvd. S., Regency, 720-0551 9711 Deer Lake Court, Southside, 565-2882 3238 Hodges Blvd., Intracoastal, 821-5687, millersalehouse.com The Ale Houses specialize in generous portions and friendly service in a nautical atmosphere. Customer favorites are fresh fish, specialty pastas, and fresh oysters and clams. There are 32 draft beer varieties, along with lots of TVs, pool tables and video games. $$ FB K L D Daily
MOXIE KITCHEN + COCKTAILS 4972 Big Island Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 998-9744, moxiefl.com Chef Tom Gray’s restaurant features creative, innovative contemporary American cuisine — seafood, steaks, pork, burgers, salads, sides and desserts — using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. $$$ FB K L Mon.-Fri.; D Nightly
OCEAN BAR & GRILLE 333 First St. N., Jax Beach, 595-5965, oceangrille.net This spot serves modern American fare, featuring fresh seafood, steaks and wraps. Live music and outdoor oceanfront dining complete the casual upscale experience. $$ BW K R, Sun.; L D Daily
RIVER CITY BREWING COMPANY 835 Museum Circle, Southbank, 398-2299, rivercitybrew.com Situated on the Southbank Riverwalk overlooking the St. Johns River and popular with the downtown business set, River City offers fresh seafood, steaks and daily chef ’s creations. Nosh in the enclosed dining room or out on the marina dining deck. $$ FB R L D Mon.-Sat.
THE BLIND FIG 901 King St., Riverside, 337-0146, theblindfig.com This newly renamed gastropub offers New American Southern fare, including shrimp & grits and bourbon fig-glazed quail, made with locally
TRELLISES RESTAURANT
SEAFOOD A LA CARTE 331 First Ave. N., Jax Beach, 241-2005 Authentic New England fare: Maine lobster rolls, fried Ipswich clams, crab or clam cake sandwich, fried shrimp basket, clam chowdah, birch beer and blueberry soda. Dine in or on the deck. Gluten-free options, some menu items are available in the shop. $$ TO L Thur.-Tue.
AW SHUCKS 9743 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 240-0368, awshucksjax.com The seafood place features an oyster bar, steaks, seafood, wings and pasta. Favorites are ahi tuna, shrimp & grits, oysters Rockefeller, pitas and kabobs. Sweet potato puffs are the signature side. WiFi, outdoor dining. $$ FB K L D Daily
BARNACLE BILL’S 14 Castillo Dr., St. Augustine, 824-3663 For 30-plus years, this family restaurant has been serving seafood, oysters, gator tail and steak, along with the popular fried shrimp. Some dishes are infused with their Datl Do It hot sauce products. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
BEACHSIDE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & MARKET 120 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 444-8862 A full fresh seafood market, Beachside also serves a lunch and dinner menu featuring seafood baskets, fish tacos, daily fish specials and Philly cheesesteaks. There are tables indoors and on the second-floor open-air deck, with a great view of downtown Jax Beach. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
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CONCH HOUSE RESTAURANT
108 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 201-6300 The seafood place features semi-casual dining with a fly-fishing theme, focusing on a variety of fresh Atlantic seafood, steaks, brick-over pizza and specialty drinks. $$$ FB K TO D Tue.-Sun.
57 Comares Ave., St. Augustine, 829-8646, conch-house.com This restaurant offers indoor seating as well as Tiki huts built out over Salt Run. Signature dishes include the Cracker combo platter and St. Augustine fried shrimp. Tropical drinks are a specialty. Live entertainment, including Reggae Sunday, is featured weekends. $$ FB K L D Daily
THE BLUE CRAB CRABHOUSE 3057 Julington Creek Rd., Julington Creek, 260-2722, bluecrabcrabhouse.com Fresh Maryland-style steamed blue crabs are a big deal at this seafood restaurant, as are crab legs and steamed or fried oysters. Dining is offered on a covered deck; early bird menu and daily specials. There’s live music every Sun. afternoon on the deck. $$ FB K R Sun.; D Tue.-Sun.
THE BLUE FISH RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR 3551 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-0700 Fresh seafood, steaks, chops and small plates are served in a casual atmosphere, along with gluten-free entrées and an oyster bar. Live music is presented Thur.-Sat. Happy hour menus at the bar daily. Dine indoors, on the sidewalk or in the courtyard. Reservations recommended. $$ FB K TO R Sun.; L Mon.-Sat., D., Nightly
CHART HOUSE 1501 River Place Blvd., Southbank, 398-3353, chart-house.com Located on the Southbank of the St. Johns River since 1982, this upscale restaurant serves fresh fish, seafood and prime rib. $$$$ FB D Nightly
CHOWDER TED’S 5215 Heckscher Dr., Northside, 714-6900 Family-owned since 1996, Chowder Ted’s serves all manner of fresh seafood, along with award-winning chowder. Daily lunch specials and weekends dinner specials are also featured. Cash only. $ BW L D Tue.-Sat.
CLARK’S FISH CAMP 12903 Hood Landing Rd., Julington Creek, 268-3474, clarksfishcamp.com Known for its wild array of taxidermed creatures, Clark’s features gator and turtle, steak, ribs and daily all-you can-eat catfish dinners. Dine indoors, outdoors, or in a glass-enclosed room with a view of Julington Creek. $$ FB K L D Daily
CRAB CREEK CAFÉ 7404 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington, 724-8050 A seafood shack with a yacht club attitude, Crab Creek Café offers oysters, gator tail, seafood and pasta in a family-friendly atmosphere. $ K TO L D Daily
CRAB TRAP 31 N. Second St., Fernandina Beach, 261-4749 For 30-plus years, family-owned-and-operated Crab Trap has been serving fresh local seafood and steaks. Food and drink specials are featured. $$ FB D Nightly
CREEKSIDE DINERY 160 Nix Boatyard Rd., St. Augustine, 829-6113 Tucked behind a commercial stretch of U.S. 1, Creekside is an old Florida respite, featuring an outdoor deck with a fire pit. Overlooking Gonzales Creek, Creekside serves a variety of beef, chicken and seafood dishes, with an emphasis on lowcountry cooking. Live music on weekends. $$ FB K D Nightly
THE FISH COMPANY RESTAURANT 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 12, Atlantic Beach, 246-0123 Bite Club certified This restaurant and oyster bar in North Beach Center serves fresh local seafood including Mayport shrimp and oysters, crab and lobster. Patio seating is available and there’s an all-day happy hour every Sun.; Oyster Night specials are Tue. and Wed. $$ FB K L D Daily
FLORIDA CRACKER CAFÉ 81-B St. George St., St. Augustine, 829-0397, floridacrackercafe.com A contemporary dining room and outdoor garden dining in the heart of St. Augustine’s busy St. George Street. Customer favorites include blackened scallops, crab cake-stuffed shrimp and
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Located in the heart of Ortega, Simply Sara’s focuses on Southern cooking and homemade desserts. Florida gator tail. $$ BW K L D Daily
GENE’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
specialties and sushi. Weekly live music. $$ FB K L D Daily
KRISTIN’S ON THE RIVER
1571 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 448-9888, genesseafood.com A Jacksonville landmark, Gene’s menu includes gator tail, calamari and Cajun shrimp. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
2511 Blanding Blvd., Westside, 389-9455 This newly re-opened spot serves seafood and American favorites. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
THE HALF MOON RAW BAR
LULU’S WATERFRONT GRILLE
1289 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 372-0549 This real raw bar features oysters, shrimp, clams, crawfish, burgers and daily chef ’s specials. Plus they shuck your oysters for you. $$ FB K TO L Fri.-Sun.; D Nightly
301 Roscoe Blvd. N., Palm Valley, 285-0139 On the Intracoastal Waterway, Lulu’s can be reached by land or water. The menu offers fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, burgers and specialty salads. Seating is available on the screened waterfront porch. $$$ FB K TO R Sat.-Sun.; L D daily
HARRY’S SEAFOOD BAR & GRILLE 46 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 824-7765, hookedonharrys.com In a historic house with a large outside patio, this New Orleans-style eatery features Cajun, Creole and Southern flavors infused with a modern twist: fresh seafood, steaks, pork, chicken and definitive dishes like jambalaya, etouffée and shrimp. Daily happy hour. Live music most weekends. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
HURRICANE PATTY’S AT OYSTER CREEK 69 Lewis Blvd., St. Augustine, 827-1822, hurricanepattys.net At Oyster Creek Marina east of U.S. 1, this spot has a large creekfront deck, lunch specials and all-youcan-eat dinners. Daily happy hour, and dock space is available for boaters. Live music is nightly. $$ FB L D Daily
JULIETTE’S BISTRO & THE J-BAR 245 Water St., Downtown, 355-6664, 791-4995, ominhotels.com Juliette’s serves a full dinner menu featuring fresh Florida seafood with a Southern influence. There’s a breakfast buffet. The full-service bar carries a wide selection of beer, wine and spirits including local craft beers, and the J-Bar serves small plates. Juliette’s strives to source items locally whenever possible. $$$ FB K B L D Daily
KINGFISH GRILL 252 Yacht Club Dr., St. Augustine, 824-2111, kingfishgrill.com At the west end of the Vilano Bridge, Kingfish Grill offers casual waterside dining indoors and out on the deck. The menu features fresh daily catch, house
YOUR PIE Fleming Island 904.375.9771 CR 220 in Winn Dixie Ctr
YOUR PIE Southside 904.337.0155 Tapestry Park on Southside Blvd
MARINA SEAFOOD 101 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 261-5310 Located in a former customs house, this spot serves local seafood, including shrimp burgers, fish sandwiches, seafood platters and oysters. And there’s steak, pasta and pork chops. $$$ BW K TO D Daily
MARLIN MOON GRILLE 1183 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 372-4438 The sportfishing themed restaurant has fresh crab cakes — owner Gary Beach’s from Maryland’s Eastern Shore — and burgers, daily specials, craft beers, Orange Crushes and fresh-cut fries. Lots of TVs to watch all the Maryland teams, too. $$$ FB K TO R Sun.; D Wed.-Mon.
MITCHELL’S FISH MARKET 5205 Big Island Dr., St. Johns Town Center, 645-3474, mitchellsfishmarket.com The ever-changing menu (it’s printed twice daily) has more than 180 fresh items, featuring cedarroasted Atlantic salmon, kung pao calamari and seared rare salt-and-pepper tuna. $$$ FB K TO L D Daily
NIPPERS BEACH GRILLE 2309 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 247-3300 2013 Best of Jax Winner The chef-driven Southern coastal cuisine features local fare and innovative dishes with a Caribbean flavor, served in an island atmosphere overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. Dine inside or out on the tiki deck. Live music every night. Valet parking. $$ FB K L D Daily AUGUST 6-12, 2014 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | 59
Joe Batt and chef/co-owner Brian Freda, of Cafe Freda in Riverside, work the kitchen while the coconut portabellos and Island Pulled Pork stay front and center. NORTH BEACH FISH CAMP 100 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-3474, thenorthbeachfishcamp.com Ben and Liza Groshell bring their Palm Valley Fish Camp vibe smack dab in the middle of the Beaches Town Center, with a roof-top bar and ocean view. Fresh, creative Southern fare and fresh seafood. $$$ FB L Wed.-Sun.; D Nightly
O.C. WHITE’S SEAFOOD & SPIRITS 118 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 824-0808, ocwhitesrestaurant.com The spirits here aren’t just the bottled kind. O.C. Whites, built in 1791, is said to be haunted. Fresh local seafood, steak and sautéed specialties. Live music featured nightly. Outdoor dining on the patio is available. $$ FB L Wed.-Sun.; D Nightly
OLD FLORIDA FISH CAMP & SEAFOOD SHACK 2510 Second Ave. N., Jax Beach, 334-8408, oldfloridaseafoodshack.com This new spot offers island waterfront dining featuring fresh local seafood. Dine inside or on the patio. Airboat and dolphin tours. $$ BW L R L D Wed.-Sun.
THE OUTBACK CRABSHACK 8155 C.R. 13 N., St. Augustine, 522-0500, outbackcrabshack.com This rustic restaurant, located on Six Mile Creek, features crabs, shrimp, gator tail, conch fritters and steaks served in a casual atmosphere. Arriving by boat or just feel like a nice after-dinner stroll? Check out the 1,500-foot floating dock. $$ L D Daily
been serving customers at the built-over-the-bayfront restaurant since 1950. There’s an open-air porch, and fish feeding is encouraged. $$ FB K L D Daily
THE REEF
31 Royal Palm Dr. (off Atlantic Boulevard), Atlantic Beach, 241-8470 Serving seafood for 20-plus years, Seafood Kitchen has reasonable prices in a no-frills atmosphere. The emphasis is on fresh local seafood prepared to order, with a wide variety of dishes available. $ BW TO L D Daily
4100 Coastal Hwy., Vilano Beach, 824-8008, thereefstaugustine.com At this casual oceanfront restaurant, there’s an ocean view from every table as well as outdoor dining. The menu features fresh local seafood, steak, pasta dishes and chef specials. Daily happy hour. $$$ FB K TO R Sun.; L D Daily
SAFE HARBOR SEAFOOD MARKET & RESTAURANT 4378 Ocean St., Mayport Village, 246-4911 No doubt the seafood’s fresh — the boats unload at the dock. Whatever Safe Harbor sells in the market — shrimp, oysters, clams and scallops — they’ll cook to order. There are tables inside and out on the dock overlooking the confluence of the St. Johns River and the Atlantic Ocean. $$ BW TO L D Tue.-Sun.
ST. JOHNS SEAFOOD & STEAKS
SINGLETON’S SEAFOOD SHACK 4728 Ocean St., Mayport Village, 246-4442 Just steps from the Mayport ferry, this ramshackle haunt has been serving seafood to locals, fishermen and Navy men and women since the ’60s. Customer favorites are fried shrimp dinner and blackened or grilled fish. Dine inside or on the enclosed porch right on the St. Johns River — literally. Watch pelicans and otters play among the pilings. $ FB K TO L D Daily
SLIDERS SEAFOOD GRILLE & OYSTER BAR 218 First St., Beaches Town Center, Neptune Beach, 246-0881, slidersseafoodgrille.com Sliders offers a beach-casual atmosphere for lovers of fresh fish. Customer favorites include fish tacos and gumbo. The dessert menu features Key lime pie and homemade ice cream sandwiches. $$ FB K L Sat. & Sun.; D Nightly
SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK
1998 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach, 277-6652, slidersseaside.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This oceanfront restaurant serves award-winning handmade crab cakes, fresh seafood and fried pickles. Outdoor dining is featured, and kids have a beachfront playground. There’s an open-air second floor and balcony. Live music nightly. $$ FB K L D Daily
229 Roscoe Blvd. N., Palm Valley, 285-3200, palmvalleyfishcamp.com Ben Groshell presents this dining experience on the Intracoastal in Palm Valley, serving dishes made with fresh ingredients, including daily specials. Call in your order and pick it up dockside. $$$ FB K TO L Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly
RAGTIME TAVERN & SEAFOOD GRILL
SANTA MARIA
207 Atlantic Blvd., Beaches Town Center, Atlantic Beach, 241-7877, ragtimetavern.com In business for 30 years now, this popular seafood restaurant has received numerous awards in Folio
SEAFOOD KITCHEN
1403 Dunn Ave., Ste. 21, Northside, 696-1023 1161 S. Lane Ave., Murray Hill, 378-5050 7546 Beach Blvd., Regency, 721-4888, stjohnsseafood.com These family-oriented restaurants specialize in seafood and certified Angus steaks. Shrimp entrées are popular, as are the all-you-can-eat specials. $ BW K L D Daily 1018 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 372-4456 321 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 217-3256, saltlifefoodshack.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Salt Life offers a wide array of specialty menu items, including the signature tuna poke bowl, fresh rolled sushi, Ensenada tacos and local fried shrimp, served in a contemporary open-air space. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
PALM VALLEY FISH CAMP
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Weekly’s Best of Jax readers poll. Menu items include blackened snapper, sesame tuna and the Ragtime shrimp. There’s a daily happy hour and live entertainment Wed.-Sun. $$ FB L D Daily
135 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 829-6578, santamariarestaurant.com Seafood combinations and surf-and turf are on the menu at this St. Augustine institution, which has
SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL
SOUTH BEACH GRILL 45 Cubbedge Rd., Crescent Beach, 471-8700, southbeachgrill.net Just off A1A, one block south of S.R. 206 bridge, the two-story destination offers casual oceanfront dining and fresh local seafood. Dine indoors or out on the
beachfront deck. Weekday happy hour. $$$ FB B L D Daily
THE SURF 3199 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach, 261-5711 Oceanview dining is featured at The Surf, inside or out on the deck. The menu includes steaks, fresh fish and nightly specials, and there’s a Sunday lobster special. Entertainment is every night and weekend afternoons. $$ BW B Sat.-Sun.; L D Daily
TIMOTI’S FRY SHAK 21 N. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 310-6550 This casual seafood restaurant features fresh, local wild-caught shrimp, fish and oysters, Wraps, salads, tacos and soup, along with blackboard specials, supporting local fishermen, farmers and brewers while building a sense of community, one seafood basket at a time. Dine indoors or outside, where’s a pirate ship playground for the little rascals. $ BW K TO L D Daily
TWO DUDES EATERY & MARKET 22 Seminole Rd., Atlantic Beach, 246-2000, two-dudes.com This place serves up-to-the-minute-fresh Mayport seafood, including shrimp, scallops, snapper and oysters done up in sandwiches or baskets, grilled, blackened or fried. There’s a daily happy hour. $$ BW TO L D Mon.-Sat.
THE VERANDAH RESTAURANT 6800 First Coast Hwy., Omni Amelia Island Plantation, 321-5050, omnihotels.com Set among the moss-draped oaks of Racquet Park, this recently renovated restaurant features an extensive menu of fresh local seafood and steaks; the Verandah’s signature entrée is Fernandina shrimp. And many ingredients — including tomatoes, chives and lemongrass — are from the restaurant’s own herb and vegetable garden. $$$ FB K D Nightly
WHITEY’S FISH CAMP 2032 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 269-4198 This authentic fish camp serves gator tail and fresh-water river catfish, as well as traditional meals and daily specials on the banks of Swimming Pen Creek. Whitey’s features an outdoor Tiki bar and live music Wed.-Sun. Come by boat, motorcycle or car. $ FB K TO L Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly
SPECIALTY RESTAURANTS & MARKETS ALHAMBRA THEATRE & DINING 12000 Beach Blvd., Southside, 641-1212, alhambrajax.com The nation’s longest continuously running dinner theater (now in its 47th year), the renovated Alhambra features cuisine prepared by Executive Chef DeJuan Roy, who coordinates his menus with each stage production. Reservations are suggested to guarantee seating. The 39 Steps is running now; upcoming productions include Man of La Mancha, The Drowsy Chaperone and the traditional seasonal favorite, Christmas Carole. $$ FB D Tue.-Sun.
GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET 2007 Park St., Riverside, 384-4474 1915 East-West Pkwy., Fleming Island, 541-0009 2013 Best of Jax Winner Grassroots Market’s juice bar uses certified organic fruits and vegetables. The store also offers three dozen artisanal cheeses, more than 300 craft and imported beers and 50 organic wines, and organic produce and meats, vitamins and herbs. Organic wraps, sides, sandwiches and salads are all available to go, as well as raw, vegan items. $ BW TO B L D Daily
THE MELTING POT 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 101, Southside, 642-4900, meltingpot.com Participatory dining is the philosophy at The Melting Pot, with a variety of fondues — from chocolate to cheese _ and entrées ranging from filet mignon to ahi tuna. $$ FB K D Nightly
THE MUSTARD SEED CAFE 833 TJ Courson Rd., Fernandina Beach, 277-3141, nassaushealthfoods.net Awarded Slow Food First Coast’s Snail of Approval, the casual organic eatery and juice bar, in Nassau Health Foods, offers all-natural, organic items for breakfast, and smoothies, veggie juices and coffees and herbal teas. $$ TO B L Mon.-Sat.
Courtney Brown and Kristeen Graves show off their pesto goat cheese and Mexican chorizo pizzas in Zeta’s new onsite microbrewery.
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Chef Brian Shreve, from Mezza in Neptune Beach, creates dishes like filet mignonette with chorizo and horseradish butter, grilled asparagus with prosciutto and poached egg, sea scallops with summer corn, and ahi tuna with salsify and fennel confit.
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10000 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 260-6950, nativesunjax.com 11030 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 260-2791 Natural and organic soups, sandwiches, salads, wraps, baked goods, prepared foods, juices and smoothies that cater to vegans, vegetarians and those with special diet needs. A juice, smoothie and coffee bar, and all-natural and organic beers and wine are available. Indoor and outdoor seating. $ BW TO K B L D Daily
5325 Fairmont St., Spring Park, 398-8012, freshhealthhydro.com This garden store features a co-op every Monday that offers local, fresh fruits and vegetables in bags of 10, 20 or 30 pounds. The garden center stocks items for organic and hydroponic cultivation.
PULP 1962 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 396-9222, pulpaddiction.com The juice bar offers fresh juices, frozen yogurt, teas, and coffees made one cup at a time, along with 30 kinds of smoothies. Some smoothies are blended with flavored soy milks and organic frozen yogurts and granola. $ TO B L D Daily
SAN MARCO THEATRE 1996 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 396-4845, sanmarcotheatre.com The historic movie house offers pizza, nachos, quesadillas, sandwiches, beer and wine to adventurous moviegoers. The theater screens firstrun films. $ BW D Nightly
SUN-RAY CINEMA 1028 Park St., Five Points, 359-0049 (359-0047 for showtimes), sunraycinema.com First-run, indie and art films are screened at the oldest theater building in Jacksonville. Beer, some drafts from Bold City and Intuition Ale Works, wine, pizza — with names like Godbold, Black Lagoon Supreme, Cowford Pie — hot dogs, hummus, sandwiches, popcorn, nachos and brownies are available. $$ BW Daily
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TAPA THAT 820 Lomax St., Five Points, 376-9911, tapathat.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This place puts a modern spin on traditional tapasstyle service, using locally and organically grown items as much as possible. Specialties include duck confit spring rolls and Cuban rice & beans cake. Dine outdoors or inside. $$ BW R Sun.; L D Tue.-Sat.
WHOLE FOODS MARKET 10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 22, Mandarin, 288-1100, wholefoodsmarket.com Whole Foods offers an expansive prepared-food department with more than 80 items at a fullservice and self-service hot bar, salad bar, soup bar and dessert bar, as well as pizza, sushi and sandwich stations. $$ BW TO L D Daily
SPORTS BARS, WINGS & OYSTERS 360° GRILLE 10370 Philips Hwy., Southside, 365-5555, latitude360.com Located inside the entertainment complex Latitude 360, 360° Grille serves familiar sportsbar favorites, including seafood, steaks, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, pasta and pizza. Dine inside or on the patio. $$ FB TO L D Daily
BIG JOHN’S CRUMPY’S WINGS & THINGS 4021 Southside Blvd., Southside, 503-5481 This spot serves wings, chicken & waffles, fish & grits, barbecue ribs, sauces, a variety of homestyle sides and desserts. $$ BW K TO L D Daily
BOGEY GRILLE SPORTS BAR & RESTAURANT 150 Valley Circle, Ponte Vedra, 285-5524, bogeygrille.net This family-friendly sports bar offers casual fare, including wings, quesadillas, pasta, seafood, chicken and burgers. Big-screen and flatscreen TVs and a game area, too. $$ FB K L D Daily
BOSTON’S RESTAURANT & SPORTSBAR 13070 City Station Dr., River City Marketplace,
751-7499, bostons.com Bite Club certified A full-service restaurant, Boston’s serves sports bar favorites, including pizzas, pasta, wings, burgers and steak, till 2 a.m. (and there’s a lunch menu with items for less than $7). There are 30 TVs (and major sports packages) and live music every weekend. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
BUFFALO WILD WINGS GRILL & BAR 1940 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 215-4969, buffalowildwings.com 13230 City Station Dr., Northside, 757-5777 Along with buffalo-style wings fixed up with 14 sauces (ranging in heat intensity from mild to better-be-ready blazin’), BWW serves wraps, burgers and ribs and salads. Sports are always on the big-screen TVs. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
DICK’S WINGS & GRILL 100 Marketside Ave., Ponte Vedra, 829-8134 2158 Mayport Rd., Ste. 7, Atlantic Beach, 372-0298 9119 Merrill Rd., Ste. 19, Arlington, 745-9300 1540 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 269-2122 1610 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 448-2110 10391 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 880-7087 474313 E. S.R. 200, Fernandina Beach, 310-6945 450077 S.R. 200, Callahan, 879-0993 4010 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 547-2669 525 S.R. 16, Ste. 101, St. Johns, 825-4540 10750 Atlantic Blvd., Southside, 619-0954 14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 32, Intracoastal, 223-0115 5972 San Juan Ave., Westside, 693-9258, dickswingsandgrill.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner This NASCAR-themed restaurant serves 365 varieties of wings. The menu also features halfpound burgers, ribs and salads. $ FB K TO L D Daily
EIGHT BURGER BAR & SPORTS LOUNGE The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., 277-1100, ritzcarlton.com This contemporary sports lounge features billiard tables and multiple flatscreen TVs along with classic sports-bar fare. Local craft brews are on tap, and an extensive wine list is offered, along with a variety of cocktails. $ FB D Nightly
GATOR’S DOCKSIDE 9680 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. 1, Westside, 425-6466 6677 103rd St., Westside, 777-6135 8650 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 448-0500 485 S.R. 13 N., Ste. 1, St. Johns, 230-4353, gatorsdockside.com For more than 20 years, this sports-themed family restaurant has been serving a varied menu of grilled wings, ribs, sandwiches and salads. Sports are aired on multiple TVs, and every Tuesday is kids’ night. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
HALFTIME SPORTS BAR & GRILL 320 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach, 321-0303 This spot offers sports bar fare including onion rings, spring rolls, burgers, wraps and wings. Plenty of TVs show nearly every sport imaginable. $ FB L D Tue.-Sun.
HOOTERS Jacksonville Landing, Ste. 103, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, 356-5400 4521 Southside Blvd., Southside, 807-9541 8938 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 2, Mandarin, 636-9800 1740 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 215-5858, hooters.com This chain of casual restaurants is popular for its waitresses and wings, sauced with a variety of flavors in a range of intensity (the wings, not the staff ), as well as steamed shrimp, oysters, burgers, seafood and sandwiches. $$ FB TO L D Daily
HURRICANE GRILL & WINGS 1615 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 393-7933 628 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Neptune Beach, 247-3031 10920 Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 363-2503 12795 San Jose Blvd., Julington Creek, 260-8338 3055 C.R. 210, Ste. 101, Johns Creek, 230-6445 5907 Roosevelt Blvd., Ste. 700, Ortega, 573-8838 4225 S. A1A, Ste. 13, St. Augustine Beach, 471-7120 1810 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 1, Fleming Island, 644-7315, hurricanewings.com This island-themed restaurant offers more than 35 flavors of wings, garlic and parmesan fries, Firecracker shrimp, burgers and chicken. The beverage cups are biodegradable. Kids’ night, trivia, live music and drink specials, too. $ FB K TO L D Daily
JERRY’S SPORTS GRILLE 13170 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 22, Intracoastal, 220-6766 The casual menu includes hand-cut steaks, wings and hamburgers. Breakfast is served Sat. and Sun., featuring bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys. Trivia every Tue. $ FB K B Sat. & Sun.; L D Daily
LILLIAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 5393 Roosevelt Blvd., Venetia Plaza, Ortega, 388-4220, lillianssportsgrill.com This family sports bar serves wings, burgers, salads and sandwiches. The TVs air sporting events. Happy hour is held daily. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
MAHARLIKA HALL & SPORTS GRILL 14255 Beach Blvd., Ste. E, Intracoastal, 699-0759 The Filipino-American restaurant and market features pancit bami, lumpia, turon strudel and halo halo with ice cream. $-$$ FB K R L D Daily
THE MUDVILLE GRILLE 3105 Beach Blvd., St. Nicholas, 398-4326, themudvillegrill.com 1301 Monument Rd., Ste. 1, Arlington, 722-0008 This original St. Nicholas location and its sister restaurants are family-oriented sports spots serving steaks and wings. Trivia is featured every Thur., Karaoke every Fri. and Texas Hold ’Em every Wed. There are big-screen TVs and three satellite dishes for sports fans. The adjacent Music Room features live music every weekend. $ FB K L D Daily
MVP’S SPORTS GRILLE 12777 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 5, Intracoastal, 221-1090 MVP’s offers wings, burgers and salads in a sporty
atmosphere. Free pool and trivia are featured on Mon., Texas Hold ’Em is on Sun. and Tue., Karaoke is held every Thur., a DJ spins every Wed., Fri.-Sat. Sports are shown on 22 TVs. $$ FB L D Daily
PERFECT RACK BILLIARDS 1186 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill, 384-0587 This family-friendly billiards hall offers burgers and chicken wings. Free pool is available for kids younger than 14 (with parents) on weekends. Eight O’Hausen billiards tables are featured. Happy hour is held Mon.-Fri. $$ FB L Thur., Fri., Sun.; D Nightly
PLAYERS GRILLE 4456 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 448-6670, playersgrille.com This sports bar and grill serves burgers and wings, teriyaki stir fry and homemade soups. A kids’ game room is open (TV monitored, so parents can watch), and TVs are situated in all the booths. Texas Hold ’Em is held every Wed.-Thur., Sat.-Sun. $$ FB K R L D Daily
PREVATT’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 2620 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 17, Middleburg, 282-1564, prevattssportsbarandgrill.com This is what a neighborhood sportsbar should be: Familiar fare, all the spirits you’d want and live music every weekend. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
THE ROADHOUSE 231 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 264-0611, roadhouseonline.net The Roadhouse has been serving sandwiches, wings, burgers and quesadillas for more than 35 years. Along with six pool tables, dartboards, foosball and TVs (two are big screens), there’s live music Mon., Thur.-Sat. and 75-plus imported beers. $ FB L D Daily
THE SALTY BAR & GRILL 12 N. Front St., Fernandina Beach, 277-3811 View the sunset over the ICW from the secondstory outdoor bar. Owners T.J. and Al feature a menu of local seafood, Mayport shrimp, fish tacos, po’boys and the original broiled cheese oysters. Live music Thur.-Sat. There are 17 beers on tap. $$ FB K L D Daily
SNEAKERS SPORTS GRILLE 111 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 482-1000 8133 Point Meadows Dr., Baymeadows, 519-0509, sneakerssportsgrille.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Sneakers offers a full bar (with more than 20 beers on tap), TV screens covering entire walls and cheerleaders serving the food. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. $ FB K L D Daily
3 LIONS SPORTS PUB & GRILL 2467 Faye Rd., Northside, 647-8625 This pub serves apps, hoagies and entrées with a decidedly British bent: bangers and mash, roast prime rib, English oxtail soup and pub fries. It’s casual and fun, too — pizza and poker are featured. Live music Fri.-Sat. $$ FB K TO L D Daily
TIME OUT SPORTS GRILL 13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 5, Intracoastal, 223-6999, timeoutsportsgrill.com This locally-owned-and-operated grill serves hand-tossed pizzas, wings and specialty wraps in a clean, sporty atmosphere. Daily drink specials, tons of HD TVs, pool tables, darts and trivia. A late-night menu is offered. $$ FB L Tue.-Sun.; D Nightly
WILD WING CAFÉ 4555 Southside Blvd., Tinseltown, 998-9464, wildwingcafe.com This hoppin’ Tinseltown spot serves 33 flavors of wings, as well as soups, sandwiches, wraps, ribs and burgers. Live music is performed or a DJ spins tunes three to four nights a week. $$ FB L D Daily
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12220 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 108, Intracoastal, 220-9464, xtreme-wings.com This family sports grill has TVs airing UFC, NFL MLB and college games, and there’s games and pool tables. There’s food, too: wings (try the X-Factor), burgers, sandwiches and wraps. $ FB K TO L D Daily
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14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 29, Intracoastal, 223-0457 Traditional desserts just like Grandma’s, with a modern twist, are featured here, along with sandwiches wrapped in butcher paper and tied with twine. Ah, the good old days. Plus breakfast items to-go. $$ TO B L Tue.-Sun.
BRUSTER’S ICE CREAM 12224 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington, 221-1441 11701 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 60, Mandarin, 886-1995 9590 Applecross Rd., Oakleaf, 771-0722, brusters.com The treats here are made fresh daily in the store, including 133 flavors of ice cream served in cones, waffles, bowls, milkshakes or sundaes. The featured flavor for August is peach. $ K TO Daily
CAMICAKES CUPCAKES 1910 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 541-1095 9734 Deerlake Court, Ste. 5, Tinseltown, 998-4611, camicakes.com Gourmet cupcakes for any occasion, made with fresh ingredients. Choices include sweet potato, red velvet, mint chocolate and The Elvis – that’s right, banana and peanut butter with chocolate frosting. Thankyavurrymuuuch. $$ TO Daily
CHEZ LEZAN BAKERY COMPANY 1014 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, 491-4663 European-style breads and pastries, including croissants, muffins and pies are baked daily. Most breads made at Chez Lezan are made without fat or sugar. $ TO B R L Daily
CINOTTI’S BAKERY, DELI & BOUTIQUE 1523 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 246-1728 2013 Best of Jax Winner Four generations of Cinottis have been serving the Beaches since 1964, offering cakes for all occasions, pies, breads and desserts by the caseful, as well as party trays. The deli features bagels and breads for breakfast items, plus lunch items like 64 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 6-12, 2014
chicken salad, corned beef and club sandwiches, made with baked-right-there bread choices. $ K TO B R L Tue.-Sat.
CLAUDE’S CHOCOLATE 3543 St. Johns Ave., 829-5790 Inside Green Man Gourmet. 145 Hilden Rd., Ste. 122, 829-5790 Each piece is hand-crafted in the onsite factory, with premium Belgian chocolate and the finest fruits, nuts and spices from around the world. Cookies and popsicles also available. Claude’s will ship your order. 6 Granada St., 829-5790, claudeschocolate.com Inside The Market; wine and chocolate pairings, soft-serve ice cream, a coffee bar, fresh fruit ice pops, cookies and gift items. $$ TO
DENOEL FRENCH PASTRY SHOP 212 Charlotte St., St. Augustine, 829-3974 Tucked away on historic Charlotte, Denoel has been around for 40-plus years, serving fresh-baked baguettes, cream puffs, cheesecakes and sandwiches. $$$ TO L Wed.-Sun.
EDGEWOOD BAKERY 1012 S. Edgewood Ave., Murray Hill, 389-8054, edgewoodbakery.com For more than 66 years, the full-service Edgewood Bakery has been serving fresh breakfast fromscratch pastries, petit fours, pies and legendary custom cakes. The line is long on Saturday mornings, but the wait pays off. An espresso and pastry café serves sandwiches, smoothies and soups. Catering is available. $$ K TO B L Tue.-Sat.
FLORIDA CREAMERY 3566 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 619-5386 Florida Creamery offers premium ice cream, fresh waffle cones, milkshakes, sundaes and Nathan’s grilled hot dogs, served in Florida-centric décor. Low-fat and sugar-free choices are also offered. $ K TO L Mon.-Sat.
THE FRENCH PANTRY 6301 Powers Ave., Southside, 730-8696 This bakery is a cut above, offering freshly made pastries as well as sandwiches and salads, with a European flair. There’s usually a line out the door, so bring your patience. $$ L Mon.-Thur.
GILMON’S BAKERY 11362 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 13, Mandarin, 288-8128, gilmonsbakery.com A wide variety of custom cakes, awesome cupcakes, gingerbread men, pies and cookies are created in this cozy bakery. Coffee, tea and sodas
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HAPPY CUP FROZEN YOGURT 299 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 2, Atlantic Beach, 372-4059, myhappycup.com It’s self-serve frozen yogurt made with organic ingredients and flavored with real fruit, the yogurts can be mixed, matched and crowned with favorites from the toppings bar. $ TO Daily
KATHY’S BAKERY & CAFE 10150 Beach Blvd., Ste. 18, Southside, 445-1530 The bakery has a real Cuban flavor to the items it offers, especially its coffee. $ TO B L D Tue.-Sun.
KNEAD 1173 Edgewood Ave. S., Riverside, Brand-new (just opened on Monday!) from the owners of Bold Bean Coffee, Knead is a locallyowned, family-run bake shop specializing in freshly baked, made-from-scratch creations like classic pastries, artisan breads, savory pies, specialty sandwiches and seasonal salads and soups. $ TO B L Tue.-Sun.
LET THEM EAT CAKE! 3604 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 2, Avondale, 389-2122 This artisan bakery serves coffee, croissants and muffins, a variety of cupcakes (The Fat Elvis!), pastries and individual desserts. Sandwiches, soups and salads, too. Whole cakes (coconut is popular) can be made-to-order. $ TO Tue.-Sat.
LITTLE BLACK BOX BAKED GOODS CAFE 8106 Old Kings Rd. S., Southside, 683-1346 The small-batch bakery and scratch kitchen uses local and organic ingredients when possible for their fresh, homestyle fare and yummy desserts, offering its wares at several local famers markets. Sandwiches are also available. $ TO L Mon.-Thur.
LULI’S CUPCAKES 82 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 824-5280, luliscupcakes.com Cupcakes, baked fresh daily, include Grandma’s Coconut, Fire Engine Red Velvet, What’s Up Doc (carrot cake) and Funky Monkey, banana and chocolate chip cake with milk chocolate frosting. Mini-cupcakes are also available. $ TO Mon.-Sat.
MY MOCHI FROZEN YOGURT 4860 Big Island Dr., Ste. 2, St. Johns Town Center, 807-9292 13546 Beach Blvd., Ste. 1A, Intracoastal, 821-9880, mymochi.biz A wide variety of non-fat, low-calorie, cholesterolfree frozen yogurts. The extensive selection includes tart and non-tart flavors, as well as more than 40 toppings. $ TO Daily
OHANA HAWAIIAN SHAVED ICE 469 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 12, Atlantic Beach, 249-0555, ohanaice.com The delicately shaved ice is served in 52 flavors, made without corn syrup, some without sugar. There are also crab cakes sandwiches and salads with mango salsa. $ TO Tue.-Sun.
THE PECAN ROLL BAKERY 122 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach, 491-9815, thepecanrollbakery.com The neighborhood bakery by the historic district offers sweet and savory pastries, cookies, cakes, bagels and breads. It’s all fresh, made from scratch. $ K TO B L Wed.-Sun.
PETERBROOKE CHOCOLATIER 1470 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 398-2489 363 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 246-0277 1011 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine, 471-2830 3554 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-3827
1427 Sadler Rd., Ste. 16, Fernandina Beach, 277-0162 1560 Business Center Dr., Fleming Island, 278-7878 11362 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 262-2462 9640 Crosshill Blvd., Argyle, 771-4355 4765 Hodges Blvd., Southside, 223-7900 880 A1A N., Ste. 4, Ponte Vedra, 273-7878 108 Bartram Oaks Walk, Julington, 230-3343 725 Nautica Dr., Northside, 751-3112 2024 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 398-2488 4413 Town Center Pkwy., Ste. 219, Southside, 565-1073 9047 Southside Blvd., Ste. 5, Southside, 423-0529, peterbrooke.com This candy shop has Americanized the fine European art of chocolate-making. The chocolatecoated popcorn is to die for, and the chocolatecovered cherries are a Valentine’s Day tradition. $$ TO Daily
SIVADA’S CUPCAKERY 4000 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 27, Avondale, 647-7586 All the cupcakes are baked fresh daily, with the finest ingredients. There are more than 20 varieties, including specialty items like tiramisu, crème brûlée, and strawberry cheesecake. $ TO L D Mon.-Sat.
SMOOTHIE KING 9901 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 996-9055 13457 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 1, Intracoastal, 221-1299 13770 Beach Blvd., Intracoastal, 821-1771 1661 Riverside Ave., Riverside, 354-5145 445 S.R. 13, Fruit Cove, 230-3193 1835 U.S. 1 S., Ste. 113, St. Augustine, 825-6770 4624 Town Crossing Dr., Ste. 119, UNF, 996-2889 9810 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 4, 642-1777 1020 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 246-6336 790 Skymarks Dr., Northside, 527-8329, smoothieking.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Smoothie King offers nutritional, tasty meal replacements and snacking alternatives — in other words, a variety of smoothies as well as supplements, vitamins and fat-free goods. $ TO Daily
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SWEET BY HOLLY 4624 Town Crossing Blvd., Ste. 137, St. Johns Town Center, 564-2711, sweetbyholly.com Hollis Wilder, twice a winner on Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars,” offers 30 flavors of cupcakes made from scratch daily. Frozen yogurt means 12 flavors and 48 toppings. $ TO Daily
SWEET FROG 9930 Old Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 900-1434 4413 Town Center Pkwy., Ste. 218, St. Johns Town Center, 329-4689 10991 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 292-0901 1518 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 503-1462 13475 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 14, Intracoastal, 220-0575 1661 Riverside Ave., Ste. 128, Riverside, 619-9745 1094 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 595-5160 1581 C.R. 220 E., Ste. 100, Orange Park, 215-1300, sweetfrogyogurt.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Sweet Frog Premium Frozen Yogurt offers guiltfree, made-fresh-daily treats in more than 40 nonfat flavors, like Maple Bacon Donut and Thin Mint Cookie. The extensive toppings bar has every item you’d want to load up your froyo. $ TO Daily
SWEET PETE’S 1922 Pearl St., 376-7161, sweetpetescandy.com This all-natural sweet shop offers features candy and other treats made the old-fashioned way: all natural flavors, no artificial anything. Choose from a variety of candies and natural products, including several kinds of honey. $ TO Daily
SWEET THEORY BAKING CO. 1243 King St., Riverside, 387-1001 Small batch, all-natural and organic, allergyfriendly bakery featuring items made with no egg, dairy, soy or peanuts. Gluten-free options, too. $ TO Tue.-Sat.
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Chef Scott Houser at The Grotto in San Marco pours a glass of Boisset Bourgogne next to lane snapper atop purple sticky rice, asparagus, cantaloupe gastrique and crispy prosciutto.
THREE f(x) ICE CREAM & WAFFLES 9802 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 6, Baymeadows, 928-9559 Ice cream made-to-order. Your choice of milk (whole, soy, almond, lowfat), toppings and flavors, all quick-frozen to fill a taiyaki — Asian waffles in a dozen flavors. At about 170 calories, it’s a nobrainer. Fillings available in breakfast and lunch options, too. $ K TO B R L Daily
YOBE FROZEN YOGURT 119 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 101, Julington, 230-0201 3576 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 384-0733 1428 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach, 491-8555 544 Marsh Landing Pkwy., Ste. 1, 280-9652 309 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 246-0080 8635 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 317-2125 10274 Buckhead Branch Dr., Ste. 119, St. Johns Town Center, 641-2883 200 CBL Dr., Ste. 103, St. Augustine, 217-8465 103 Marketside Ave., Ste. 303, Nocatee, 824-2678, myyobe.com Yobe started here; now it’s everywhere. More than 30 flavors of fat-free frozen yogurt and 9 kinds of smoothies, made with lowfat milk and no artificial sweeteners. Toppings: fresh fruit, nuts, granola, cereal, chocolate, sprinkles. $ TO Daily
YOGURT MOTION 163 Palencia Village, Ste. 102, St. Augustine, 610-2220 This spot offers a healthful, nutritional cool treat in a non-dairy frozen yogurt (with no table sugar, lactose, chemicals or preservatives) in a variety of yummy flavors. $ TO Daily
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THAI & VIETNAMESE CUISINE BASIL THAI & SUSHI 1004 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 674-0190 Basil Thai serves fresh sushi and authentic Thai cuisine, including ginger-infused salad, classic Pad Thai, all manner of curry dishes, ebi roll, sashimi and daily specials. $$ FB L D Mon.-Sat.
BOWL OF PHO 9902 Old Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 646-4455 725 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-6110 These spots have a big, varied menu of Vietnamese and Thai dishes with authentic ingredients, prepared fresh, including egg rolls, grilled pork and chicken, lotus root salad, and salted fish fried rice. Boba is also served. $ BW (AB location) L D Daily
BUDDHA THAI BISTRO 301 10th Ave. N., Jax Beach, 712-4444 The proprietors of this Thai restaurant are from Thailand, and every dish is made with fresh ingredients from tried-and-true recipes, beautifully presented. $$ FB TO L D Daily
GREEN PAPAYA 13141 City Station Dr., River City Marketplace, 696-8886, greenpapayafl.com This restaurant features a Pan-Asian menu, specializing in Thai cuisine served in a contemporary atmosphere. $$ BW TO L D Daily
INDOCHINE 21 E. Adams St., Ste. 200, Downtown, 598-5303 1974 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 503-7013,
indochinejax.com 2013 Best of Jax Winner Thai and Southeast Asian cuisine in the urban core. Signature dishes include chicken Satay, soft shell crab, and mango and sticky rice for dessert. $$ FB TO L D Mon.-Fri.; D Tue.-Sat.
iPHO 13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 1, Intracoastal, 330-0309 This popular family-owned spot offers curry dishes, noodle bowls and rare beef salad. Everything’s homemade-style. $ L D Tue.-Thur.
LEMONGRASS 9846 Old Baymeadows Rd., Baymeadows, 645-9911 Lemongrass offers innovative Thai cuisine in a hip, metropolitan atmosphere. Chef Aphayasane’s creations include crispy whole fish with pineapple curry reduction. A customer favorite is The Amazing. $$$ TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Nightly
LIME LEAF 9822 Tapestry Park Cir., Ste. 109, Southside, 645-8568, limeleafrestaurant.com Lime Leaf offers definitive Thai cuisine, from fresh papaya salad to pad Thai to seared ahi tuna, as well as crispy duck, all elegantly presented. Desserts include mango sweet rice. Delivery in a limited area is available. $$ BW L D Mon.-Sat.
PATTAYA THAI GRILLE 9551 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1, Baymeadows, 646-9506, ptgrille.com Family-owned Pattaya Thai — Northeast Florida’s original authentic Thai restaurant — offers an extensive menu of traditional Thai, vegetarian and new-Thai, including curries, seafood, noodles and soups. In business since 1990, Pattaya features dishes that are low-sodium and gluten-free, too. A video screen displays the open kitchen, so you can watch your order being prepared. $$$ BW TO L D Tue.-Sat.
SALA PHAD THAI 1716 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 246-7490 The casual Thai place, family-owned-andoperated, has extensive menus, including spring rolls, fried squid, beef with oyster sauce and a variety of curried dishes. Vegan-friendly: bean curd delight, noodles and veggies. $$ BW TO D Daily
SALA THAI 10769 Beach Blvd., Ste. 10, Southside, 641-8384, salathaijax.blogspot.com Sit at a booth decorated like a thatched-roof hut and order from a varied Thai menu. House specialties change weekly. Favorites include pad Thai. For dessert, try mango rice or coconut ice cream. $$ BW TO L Mon.-Fri.; D Nightly
THAI GARDEN 10 Blanding Blvd., Ste. B, Orange Park, 272-8434 Thai Garden offers traditional Thai menu items, including pad kraw powh with roasted duck and kaeng kari (yellow curry with potatoes and a choice of meat). Fine wines, and imported and domestic beers are available. $$ BW L Mon.-Fri.; D Nightly
THAI ORCHID 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4, Intracoastal, 683-1286, thairestaurantjacksonville.com The restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine made with fresh ingredients, including pad Thai, Thai curry dishes and rice dishes. $$ BW L Mon.-Sat.; D Nightly
VEGETARIAN CUISINE & RAW FOODS THE MANATEE CAFÉ 525 S.R. 16, Ste. 106, St. Augustine, 826-0210, manateecafe.com Manatee Cafe serves organic, vegetarian meals. Owner/chef Cheryl Crosley prepares veggie omelets, tofu Reubens, miso and hummus and
tabouli. The Health Food Market offers the same ingredients used in the café’s dishes. $ TO B L Mon.-Sat.
THE PRESENT MOMENT CAFÉ 224 W. King St., St. Augustine, 827-4499, thepresentmomentcafe.com Serves organic, vegan and vegetarian dishes, pizza, pastas, hummus and milkshakes made without meat, dairy, wheat or an oven. Organic beer and wine are available, along with take-out. $$ BW TO B L D Mon.-Sat.
WINE, MARTINI & CIGAR BARS AROMAS CIGAR & WINE BAR 4372 Southside Blvd., Ste. 101, Southside, 9280515, aromascigars.com Aromas, essentially a cigar, wine and martini bar, also serves an extensive tapas menu. Martini specials nightly. $$ FB Nightly
CELLAR 6 ART GALLERY & WINE BAR 6 Aviles St., St. Augustine, 827-9055, cellar6staugustine.com Bite Club certified An inviting space where an international array of fine wines, Wolfgang Puck coffees, handmade desserts and light bistro-style fare are served amid displays of local art. $$ BW Daily
THE GROTTO WINE & TAPAS BAR 2012 San Marco Blvd., San Marco, 398-0726, grottowine.com Serving a varied tapas menu of artisanal cheese plates, empanadas, bruschettas and homestyle cheesecake, this upscale wine bar features a list with more than 60 wines by the glass. $$$ BW Tue.-Sun.
ISLAND GIRL CIGAR BAR 108 First St., Neptune Beach, 372-0943 820 A1A N., Ste. E-18, Ponte Vedra, 834-2492 7860 Gate Pkwy., Ste. 115, Southside, 854-6060, islandgirljax.com This smoking establishment, with a walk-in humidor, offers wines and ports by the glass. More than 220 wines by the bottle are served; scotch flights are featured. Live music Wed.-Sat. $$ FB L D Daily
ROYAL PALM VILLAGE WINE & TAPAS 296 Royal Palms Dr., Atlantic Beach, 372-0052, royalpalmwines.com Locally owned and operated, this spot offers more than 1,200 bottles of fine wine, 200 bottles of beer and 15 rotating microbrewed draft beers to pair with the chef ’s creative tapas. Wine tastings and pairings are held weekly. Retail wine sales are also available. $$ BW L D Mon.-Sat.
SANGRIAS TAPAS & PIANO BAR 35 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 827-1947 The balcony of this historic building overlooks busy St. George Street, making it an ideal place to while away the afternoon while sipping one of seven signature (and individually prepared) sangrias. Spanish-style tapas are also served. Live music is presented every night. $$ BW L D Daily
THE WINE BAR 320 N. First St., Jax Beach, 372-0211, thewinebar.us.com The casual neighborhood wine bar has a wide variety of wine, beer, appetizers and cigars. Live music is Fri.-Sun. and wine tastings are offered. $ BW D Nightly
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BIG UP YOURSELF HIP HOP HELL
Once upon a time, a weekly hip hop show brought together Duval’s best battle-rappers, MCs and DJs. Now Hip Hop Hell is being resurrected to deliver only the best local and national acts, with two events this week at rain dogs. On Saturday, critically acclaimed Detroit producer MC Black Milk brings the beats with a special DJ set; on Tuesday, local hero Tough Junkie is on with Mega Ran. Ran’s Chip Hop style, mixing 8-bit chip tunes and fluid storytelling, was featured on Portlandia and Tosh.0, so there’s that. Black Milk 9 p.m. Aug. 9, $10; Mega Ran 9 p.m. Aug. 12, $5, rain dogs, Riverside.
GOOD VIBRATIONS CHINA CAT SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL
Even if you’re not into yoga, drum circles or uncompromisingly effervescent vibes, the 19th annual Sunflower Festival has something for you, with five local music talents and a laundry list of art and attire available. Glass Camels brings its well-honed brand of psychedelic groove, and Ouija Brothers plays smooth acoustic jams to cap off a night of solid music. And you don’t have to believe in the magic of Thai yoga to melt under the touch of Siddhi’s massage and assisted stretching. We’re not saying you should trade your dayplanner for bushy beards and patchouli, but don’t knock it till you try it. Celebrate Jerry Garcia’s life, and bring some pocket dough for all that groovy hippie stuff. Doors at 3 p.m.; the first band starts at … you guessed it … 4:20! Aug. 10 at Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, Springfield, free.
CLEAN UP YOUR ACT ENVIROFEST
NUMBER NINE. NUMBER NINE. NO MOON
Chris Cogan creates installations and experimental non-narrative pieces that invite the audience to “have their own interpretation of the film,” and evoke “altered states of mind as a way of troubling the line between cinema and delirium.” The filmmaker, who teaches art at the University of Georgia and whose film and video works have been shown in several international exhibits, screens his new 16mm film, NO MOON, for the first time in the U.S., along with one of his shorts, Tunnels, shot on Amelia Island. A Q&A follows. 7 p.m. Aug. 11 at Sun-Ray Cinema, 5 Points, $5.
In partnership with Jacksonville’s Environmental Protection Board and St. Johns Riverkeeper, The Cummer Museum hosts an educational, familyfriendly event celebrating the environment. The day-long festival focuses on conservation and preservation, with hands-on craft tables, water conservation activities, face-painting, demonstrations of Acro yoga and visual art, and a “green” scavenger hunt through the museum’s art collection. Live music by Jennifer Chase, This Frontier Needs Heroes, Arvid Smith and Joseph Shuck. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 9 at The Cummer Museum, Riverside, free.
FOOTBALL FIX JAGUARS
After more than 220 days without your beloved Jaguars on the field, they return for real. Well, kinda for real. It’s preseason action, which means you’ll get the starters for a bit. But Jaguars’ fans will take every second of action we can get. And Blake Bortles is as popular as any rookie quarterback can be — he’s a first-round pick who has yet to throw an interception. It’s August, and every team is headed to the Super Bowl, when the Jaguars face the Buccaneers. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 8 at EverBank Field, Downtown Jacksonville, $40-$325.
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GODZILLA, MOTHRA AND DAIKAIJU, OH MY DAIKAIJU
Hailing simultaneously from deep outer space and backwoods Alabama (good luck getting bars in either), with a sound more reflective of the former, Daikaiju (Japanese for “Giant Monster”) plays mind-bending instrumental surf rock in an original Japanese subculture-inspired package. Band members Secret, Rock, Hands and Rumble Man don not-as-lame-as-Slipknot masks that bring out their animated on-stage personalities. Looking past the band’s many charming oddities, the interdimensional tunes stand on their own. With a spacey guitar reverb effect on perpetual overdrive, the surf rock influence is abundantly clear, but the subtle phrasing of solos and dynamics of this band’s songwriting show a progressive streak. With Round Eye, The Mold, The Crowkeepers and Mount the Stallion. 8 p.m. Aug. 9 at Burro Bar, Downtown, $5.
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CLOSE TO THE TRUTH Ellis Paul mixes pop and populism while keeping it real in the grand old folk tradition
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o American art form has perfected the marriage of idealism and pragmatism better than folk music. From doe-eyed odes to utopian harmony to sober, often savage protest songs, everyone from Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger forward relied on a creative balance between the romantic and the realistic. So it makes sense that Ellis Paul, a Maine native, longtime stalwart on the Boston folk scene, and current Charlottesville, Virginia, resident, has managed to straddle both worlds so effortlessly. Paul was reared on ’70s AM radio, eventually enjoying personal mentorship from traditionalist folk icons like Seeger and John Gorka. He came up the old-fashioned way, playing 200 shows a year in tiny coffeehouses and living rooms, yet he’s had no problem harnessing modern technology to further his career (his two most recent albums were independently recorded and released after Paul raised more than $225,000 in crowdfunded donations). His post-college career as an innercity social worker still looms large over his literate, conscientious music — yet he’s injected plenty of pop-rock elements into it, thanks to frequent collaborations with Kristian Bush, the male half of country duo Sugarland. Most impressive, Ellis Paul might be the only successful folkie who started life as a star athlete — though he played trumpet in his high school band, he didn’t even pick up a guitar until a knee injury sidelined his championship collegiate track career in about 1985. In fact, Paul says it was his English studies at Boston College that first attracted him to the erudite nature of folk music. “I always felt like I was writing as much as being a musician,” the 49-year-old tells Folio Weekly of his earliest singer/songwriter days. “I also liked visual art, and I felt like a lot of folk music was kind of painting with words.” Born Paul Plissey and raised in a fiercely blue-collar potato-farming town near the Canadian border, Ellis Paul says his music career has become far more than just a job. He’s won 14 prestigious Boston Music Awards and seen Mayor Thomas Menino officially declare July 9 Ellis Paul Day in Beantown. Paul’s released eight of his nearly 20 albums on esteemed Americana label Rounder and headlined the inaugural Woody Guthrie Folk Festival in 1998 alongside British rabble-rouser Billy Bragg. In recent years, Paul has branched out into children’s music, books of poetry, songwriting
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workshops — even college commencement addresses. Yet he says each diverse aspect of his career stemsa from a single motivation: telling strong stories. “All the storytelling comes from the same place,” he says. “What’s different is how they’re delivered. Culturally, that’s so important for us — stories provide a backdrop to who we are and where we’re headed.” Considering how much success he’s had blending the popular and the populist, it’s no surprise that Paul’s skill as a songwriting instructor is in such high demand. He subscribes to a six-step program that seems deceptively simple: 1) Choose a character name; 2) list five items in that character’s bedroom; 3) list five things the character would see if he or she looked in a mirror; 4) choose two colors that bring the character to mind; 5) choose one nonhuman metaphor that describes the character; and 6) write one line of dialogue that conveys the way the character speaks. “It’s more or less me looking at what I love about songs,” Paul says of his instructional approach. “I just teach people how to get there.” Paradoxically, Paul says writing is often the least important part of songwriting, something he hammers home to the younger musicians he chooses to mentor. “It’s more editing than anything else — just not editing in the beginning, when you have to sit down and get the first version done,” he says. “Then you tweak
it until the arrow of the song flies straight. Most people don’t understand that editing process, especially when they’re starting out at 18 or 19 years old without a single path to success. So my job is to encourage people, help them see what makes a good song, and then maybe relate business strategies to break through and be heard.” His secret? “Start organically,” Paul says. “Put out a record with vocal and guitar. On the next one, add bass and drum. Ease your way up, hit the road, build a fan base.” Laughing, he continues, “Crowdfunding works for me because I have one — and those fans are older and have money.” Assuming the stoicism of his New England upbringing, Paul adds, “The main thing that people connect with, though, is being honest. Underground folk, pop folk — it’s a form of music that dances pretty close to the truth. That’s something I like about it.” Nick McGregor mail@folioweekly.com
ELLIS PAUL with DONNY BRAZILE
8 p.m. Aug. 8 Original Café Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach $20 advance, 460-9311, originalcafe11.com
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CONCERTS THIS WEEK
Music by the Sea: RICK LEVY & FALLING BONES 6 p.m. Aug. 6 at SJC Pier Park, St. Augustine, free, thecivicassociation.org. NAVY BAND SOUTHEAST 6:30 p.m. Aug. 6, Clay County Library, 1895 Town Center Blvd., Fleming Island, free, 278-4745. CRANFORD HOLLOW 8 p.m. Aug. 7 at Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, $8, 398-7496. Concerts in the Plaza: THE MIKE HART BAND 7 p.m. Aug. 7 at Plaza de la Constitución, 48 King St., St. Augustine, free. FOXING, THE HOTELIER 7 p.m. Aug. 7 at 1904 Music Hall, 19 N. Ocean St., Downtown, $10, 1904musichall.com. ELLIS PAUL, DONNY BRAZILE 8 p.m. Aug. 8 at Café Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, $20, 460-9311. SEAWAY, STICKUP KID, CANDY HEARTS, DRIVER FRIENDLY 6 p.m. Aug. 8 at Underbelly, 113 E. Bay St., Downtown, $10, 699-8186. KISHI BASHI, TALL TALL TREES 8 p.m. Aug. 8 at Jack Rabbits, $12, 398-7496. Estrogen Presents Le Femme: TWINKI DRAGSTRAVAGANZA, THE STOCKTONS, CHRISTA FATOU SYLLA & NAN NKAMA PAN-AFRICAN DRUM & DANCE, MIA CULPA, KHI, THE GOONS OF CANTERBURY, LADY G, THE PERCUSSIONISTA, KITTY KOWALSKI, CAYLA NORALEA, KELSEY LIZ, KRIS VEGA, MOON DAYLA, KERI FOSTER 7 p.m. Aug. 8 at rain dogs., 1045 Park St., Riverside, $5, 379-4969. RADIO 80 8 p.m. Aug. 8 at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, free, 353-1188. RYAN KINDER 6 p.m. Aug. 8 at Mavericks, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, $5, 356-1110. STEADY HANDS, W.C. LINDSAY 8 p.m. Aug. 8 at Burro Bar, 113 E. Bay St., Downtown, $5, 353-6067. STRANGERWOLF, POETRY IN MOTION 8 p.m. Aug. 8 at Murray Hill Theatre, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., $5, 388-3179. HIP HOP HELL: BLACK MILK, STEAM MECHANICS, DJ PATEN LOCKE 9 p.m. Aug. 9 at rain dogs., $10 JOHN KING BAND 6 p.m. Aug. 9 at Mavericks, $5, 356-1110. THE GOOTCH 8 p.m. Aug. 9, The Landing, free, 353-1188. JORDAN POOLE, JACOB HUDSON, MICHAEL CRONIN, BRIANNA BERMUDEZ 8 p.m. Aug. 9 at Murray Hill Theatre, $8-$12, 388-3179. THE GROOVE COALITION, STANK SAUCE, EMMA MOSELEY BAND, CHELSEA SADDLER 8 p.m. Aug. 9 at Freebird Live, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach, $8, 246-2473. FIT FOR RIVALS, BLAMESHIFT, TOMBOI, WHAT HEARTS 8 p.m. Aug. 9 at Jack Rabbits, $8, 398-7496. DAIKAIJU, ROUND EYE, THE MOLD, THE CROWKEEPERS, MOUNT THE STALLION 8 p.m. Aug. 9, Burro Bar, $5, 353-6067.
UNDERBELLY THURSDAY | AUGUST 7 Europa / Good Morning Love
FRIDAY | AUGUST 8 Seaway / Stickup Kid Candy Hearts / Driver Friendly
SATURDAY | AUGUST 9 Deathsquad Dirty Show: Sam Tripoli & Brian Redban
MONDAY | AUGUST 11 Bad Luck
TUESDAY | AUGUST 12 Bam Margera as “Fuckface Unstoppable”
TUESDAY | AUGUST 12 Bam Margera as “Fuckface Unstoppable”
FRIDAY | AUGUST 15 8-10pm Kenny Zimlinghaus 10-2am Hot Damn Dirty Disco
SATURDAY | AUGUST 16 Breaking Through / Marion Crane The Embraced / Crashmir
SUNDAY | AUGUST 17 Cum Stain / Pookie / Twinki / RPG
TUESDAY | AUGUST 19 Crocodiles / Jaill
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CROSBY, STILLS & NASH 7 p.m. Aug. 10 at St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A S., 209-0367. China Cat Sunflower Festival: RHYTHM & FLOW DRUM CIRCLE, AUGUST WEST, DIRT FLOOR KRACKERS, OUIJA BROTHERS, GLASS CAMELS 3 p.m. Aug. 10, Karpeles Museum, 101 W. First St., Springfield, free, 356-2992. MINIATURE TIGERS, THE GRISWOLDS, FINISH TICKET 8 p.m. Aug. 11 at Jack Rabbits, $12, 398-7496. BAD LUCK, ON GUARD, A CALL FOR KYLIE, URSA MINOR 8 p.m. Aug. 11 at Underbelly, 699-8186. WORLD WAR IX, STATUS FAUX, SOUTHERN ALABAMA PIE COOKOFF, GROSS EVOLUTION 8 p.m. Aug. 11 at Burro Bar, $5, 353-6067. Hip Hop Hell: MEGA RAN, WILLIE EVANS JR., TOUGH JUNKIE 9 p.m. Aug. 12 at rain dogs., $5. BAM MARGERA 7 p.m. Aug. 12 at Underbelly, $20, 699-8186. OUTLINE IN COLOR, INDIRECTIONS, SYCAMOUR, CITY NEVER SLEEPS 7 p.m. Aug. 12 at Jack Rabbits, $10, 398-7496. RANDY HOUSER, BIG & RICH, JANA KRAMER 7 p.m. Aug. 13 at Mavericks, $5, 356-1110. THE GRAPES OF ROTH 6 p.m. Aug. 13, SJC Pier Park, free. BIG DATA 8 p.m. Aug. 13 at Freebird Live, $17, 246-2473.
UPCOMING CONCERTS
Rock ’N’ Blues Fest: JOHNNY WINTER BAND, EDGAR WINTER BAND, VANILLA FUDGE, PETER RIVERA, KIM SIMMONDS Aug. 14, Florida Theatre GLASS CLOUD, SCALE THE SUMMIT, MONUMENTS Aug. 14, 1904 Music Hall THE COMPANY Aug. 14, Plaza de la Constitución HOUNDS OF HATE, FREE AT LAST, SOCIETY ABUSE, SELF WORTH, NO LIFE TO LIVE, NEAT FREAK Aug. 14, Burro Bar SNAKE BLOOD REMEDY, THE LAST SONS, DEADMAN DELOSSANTOS Aug. 15, Burro Bar SLEEPING GIANT, THIS OR THE APOCALYPSE, PHINEAS, THOSE WHO FEAR Aug. 15, Murray Hill Theatre KENNY ZIMLINGHAUS Aug. 15, Underbelly LISA & THE MADHATTERS Aug. 15, The Jacksonville Landing LENNY COOPER Aug. 15, Mavericks POWERBALL, GROSS EVOLUTION Aug. 15, Freebird Live PANIC! AT THE DISCO, WALK THE MOON, YOUNGBLOOD HAWKE Aug. 16, St. Augustine Amphitheatre POOKIE, TWINKI, RIVERSIDE PARTY GIRLS Aug. 16, Nobby’s LAKE DISNEY, TWINKI, JONESTOWN REVIVAL, KING DYLAN, SPACECAT, ACID MAJIK, DATADIAMOND Aug. 16, rain dogs. JAMIE LYNN SPEARS Aug. 16, Mavericks OFF!, BAD ANTICS Aug. 16, Jack Rabbits
CORBITT BROTHERS, HOMEMADE WINE, RUSTY SHINE Aug. 16, Freebird Live GOD ROBOTS, BRAIDED SUN Aug. 16, Original Café Eleven Dunes & Tunes Arts & Music Festival: PARKER URBAN BAND, ZACH DEPUTY, S.P.O.R.E., BIG SOMETHING, ROUND TABLE IMPROV JAM Aug. 16, Main Beach, Fernandina Beach PROMETHEAN HORDE, SERVANTS OF THE MIST, SATURNINE, THE NOCTAMBULANT, PORTER Aug. 16, Burro Bar THE OFFSPRING, BAD RELIGION, PENNYWISE, FEAR Aug. 19, St. Augustine Amphitheatre CROCODILES, JAILL, BURNT HAIR Aug. 19, Underbelly KRIS ROE, NEW LEAVES, MARK O’QUINN, JOHN CARVER BAND, SPEAKING CURSIVE Aug. 19, Burro Bar Music by the Sea: THE BIG LONESOME Aug. 20, SJC Pier Park BALLYHOO!, BUMPIN UGLIES & FAYUCA Aug. 20, Café Eleven SAVANNA LEIGH BASSETT Aug. 20, Murray Hill Theatre EMERY, NORMA JEAN Aug. 20, Underbelly FRAMEWORKS, THE CAUTION CHILDREN, RITES, GREY FOX, DELTA SUN Aug. 20, Burro Bar Blackwater Music Festival: SLIGHTLY STOOPID, STEEL PULSE, FISHBONE, STEPHEN MARLEY Aug. 21-23, Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park RICK ARCUSA BAND Aug. 21, Plaza de la Constitución CHAPPO, STARDEATH, WHITE DWARFS Aug. 21, Jack Rabbits THE BAMA GAMBLERS Aug. 22, Freebird Live JESSE KEITH WHITLEY, BRYAN MOFFITT, OL’ CRACKER Aug. 22, Original Café Eleven ADAM SANDERS Aug. 22, Mavericks RADIO BIRDS, GOVERNOR’S CLUB Aug. 22, Burro Bar PRIMER 55, GENERATOR, PRIMITIVE HARD DRIVE, SYLENT VYLENTZ Aug. 22, Jack Rabbits MOVEMENT22: THE DOG APOLLO, GREY MARKET, BURNT HAIR, GHOSTWITCH, DJ E-N-S, THE LYRICIST LIVE, SPINDIGO, IRONSIDE Aug. 22, TSI Discotheque SPANKY THE BAND Aug. 22, The Jacksonville Landing CASSADEE POPE Aug. 23, Mavericks EMILY & THE COMPLEXES, BREAD AND CIRCUS, EMA & THE OLD KINGS Aug. 23, Burro Bar BOB WEIR, RATDOG, CHRIS ROBINSON BROTHERHOOD Aug. 24, St. Augustine Amphitheatre THIS FRONTIER NEEDS HEROES Aug. 24, Mellow Mushroom DOYLE (formerly of The Misfits), CHIEFORIA Aug. 24, Underbelly COLM KEEGAN Aug. 24, Culhane’s Irish Pub MIKE SHACKELFORD ACOUSTIC NIGHT Aug. 24, Bull Park, AB LIFE ON THE SIDELINE, WINTER WAVE, SACK THE CITY Aug. 24, Burro Bar GRENDEL, LUDOVICO TECHNIQUE Aug. 26, Eclipse BISHOP ALLEN Aug. 26, Burro Bar
A&E // MUSIC BILLY BUCHANAN & FREE AVENUE Aug. 27, SJC Pier Park SAMURAI SHOTGUN, ASKMEIFICARE Aug. 27, Burro Bar REPTAR Aug. 27, Underbelly SAM HUNT Aug. 28, Mavericks LOVE LANGUAGE Aug. 28, Underbelly BLACK KIDS Aug. 29, Underbelly SMILE EMPTY SOUL, SUPER BOB, BRIDGE TO GRACE Aug. 29, Jack Rabbits CHILLED MONKEY BRAINS Aug. 29, Freebird Live MIDNIGHT MASSES, DELPHIC ORACLE, RUFFIANS Aug. 29, Burro Bar PERSONA NON GRATA Aug. 29, The Jacksonville Landing BERES HAMMOND Aug. 29, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall ALIEN ANT FARM, KALEIDO, STAYNE THEE ANGEL, DEAR ABBEY, CUTTER Aug. 30, Aqua SOMETHING DISTANT Aug. 30, The Jacksonville Landing First Coast Music Fest: GRANDPA’S COUGH MEDICINE, WORLD GONE, PALM TREES & POWERLINES, FUSEBOX FUNK, LUCKY COSTELLO, CITY BOI, AMONGST THE FORGOTTEN, BRENT BYRD, BRYCE ALASTAIR BAND, CHRIS WOODS, DAMNEDGED, DE LIONS OF JAH, DENIED TIL DEATH, EMMA MOSELEY BAND, EVICTION, FETCH, FIRE AT PLUTO, FOLLOW THE WHITE RABBIT, GHBEEZIE, GLAZED, G MAYN FROST, THE GROOVE COALITION, HIATUS, INNUENDO, JAHMEN, KIM RETEGUIZ & BLACK CAT BONES, LAKE DISNEY, LARRY BELLYFATE, MAMA BLUE, MINOR INFLUENCE, NINA RENAE, PARKRIDGE, PRIDELESS, PRIME TREES, PRIMITIVE HARD DRIVE, ROCK-N-ROLL CHROME, ROCK THE LOVE TOUR, RUSTY SHINE, SEAN PICASSO, SLOW MOTION SUICIDE, S.P.O.R.E., STANKSAUCE, THE STATE TROOPERS, STAYNE THEE ANGEL, SUNSPOTS, TOM BENNETT BAND, TSUJINO, URSA MINOR, YOUNG CHULO, YS FXXL Aug. 30 & 31, Underbelly, 1904 Music Hall, Burro Bar POP EVIL, ALLELE Aug. 31, Freebird Live Rock of Ages Concert 418 BAND Aug. 31, The Landing Music by the Sea: MID-LIFE CRISIS Sept. 3, SJC Pier Park PARMALEE Sept. 4, Mavericks BLOODSHOT BILL Sept. 4, Underbelly VOCKAH REDU, VLAD THE INHALER, TWINKI Sept. 5, Underbelly NORTHE, THE INVERTED, THE COLD START, WEEKEND ATLAS Sept. 5, Jack Rabbits DHARMA Sept. 5, Burro Bar JEFF LORBER FUSION Sept. 6, Ritz Theatre RIVERS MONROE, ANGELS FOR HIRE Sept. 6, Murray Hill Theatre THE GROOVE ORIENT Sept. 6, Jack Rabbits PSYCHOSTICK, ONE-EYED DOLL, WILD THRONE Sept. 6, Aqua Freebird Live 15th Anniversary Party: GRANDPA’S COUGH MEDICINE, CHARLIE WALKER, BONNIE BLUE, BRYCE ALASTAIR BAND, KYMYSTRY & FRYNDS, SIDEREAL Sept. 6, Freebird Live THREE DOORS DOWN ACOUSTIC Sept. 7, The Florida Theatre ZZ TOP, JEFF BECK Sept. 7, St. Augustine Amphitheatre THE TRADITIONAL Sept. 10, Burro Bar LOLIPOP CARAVAN Sept. 11, Underbelly BYRNE & KELLY Sept. 11, Culhane’s Irish Pub REND COLLECTIVE Sept. 11, Murray Hill Theatre ESE Sept. 11, Burro Bar FORTUNATE YOUTH, THE STEPPAS, ASHES OF BABYLON, EASE UP Sept. 12, Freebird Live JONNIE MORGAN BAND Sept. 12, Jack Rabbits Connection Festival: KERMIT RUFFINS & BBQ SWINGERS, LESS THAN JAKE, SURFER BLOOD, WHOLE WHEAT BREAD, TREME BRASS BAND, ORQUESTRA EL MACABEO, LA QUILOMBERA, THIS FRONTIER NEEDS HEROES, JACKIE STRANGER, WEEKEND ATLAS, NORTHE, EGO KILLER, JAH ELECT & the I QUALITY BAND, UNIVERSAL GREEN, ORANGE AIR, ALEXIS RHODE, RYVLS, RUFFIANS, DIRTY AUTOMATIC, WOVEN IN, GARRETT, TOM BENNETT BAND, MONDO MIKE & the PO BOYS, ARTILECT, OSCAR MIKE, PARKER URBAN BAND, KNOCK FOR SIX, NEVER ENDING STRUGGLE Sept. 12-14, Downtown Jacksonville J. BOOG, HOT RAIN Sept. 13, Jack Rabbits PAPADOSIO, ASIAN TEACHER FACTORY Sept. 13, Freebird Live SHERYL CROW Sept. 14, The Florida Theatre ASKMEIFICARE, PLANETRAWK, SAMURAI SHOTGUN Sept. 14, Jack Rabbits
JOEY CAPE, CHRIS CRESSWELL, BRIAN WAHLSTROM Sept. 17, Jack Rabbits Music by the Sea: NAVY PRIDE Sept. 17, SJC Pier Park THE PRETTY RECKLESS, ADELITA’S WAY Sept. 18, Freebird Live GOLDEN PELICANS, THE MOLD, RIVERSIDE PARTY GIRLS, MOUNT THE STALLION Sept. 18, Underbelly MAD CADDIES Sept. 18, Jack Rabbits THE GET RIGHT BAND Sept. 19-20, The White Lion JACK WHITE Sept. 20, T-U Center A Night of Dark Ambient: SCARED RABBITS, MONOLITH TRANSMISSIONS, SEA OF APPARATIONS, THE SEPIA RAVEN, CON RIT Sept. 20, CoRK Arts District STICK FIGURE, PACIFIC DUB, HIRIE Sept. 20, Freebird Live GRAM PARSONS GUITAR PULL SONGWRITING CONTEST Sept. 20, Jack Rabbits HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS, THE RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS, NEW EMPIRE, FAMOUS LAST WORDS, THE ONGOING CONCEPT, EVERYBODY RUN, EVERSAY Sept. 21, Freebird Live Experience Hendrix: BUDDY GUY, KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD, JONNY LANG, RICH ROBINSON, DOYLE BRAMHALL II, ERIC JOHNSON, ZAKK WYLDE, BILLY COX Sept. 21, Florida Theatre JOYCE MANOR, DES ARK, THE EXQUISITS Sept. 21, 1904 Music Hall JOYCE MANOR, DES ARK, THE EXUISITES Sept. 21, Underbelly KYLE KINANE, CHRIS BUCK Sept. 24, Jack Rabbits Music by the Sea: PHOENIX Sept. 24, SJC Pier Park SENSES FAIL, NO BRAGGING RIGHTS, KNUCKLE PUCK Sept. 24, Underbelly CODE ORANGE, TWITCHING TONGUES, AXIS, BLISTERED, RHYTHM OF FEAR Sept. 25, Burro Bar MEGHAN LINSEY, JORDYN STODDARD Sept. 25, Café Eleven BRONCHO, SUNBEARS! Sept. 26, Jack Rabbits JUSTIN MOORE Sept. 27, Callahan GIMME HENDRIX Sept. 27, Freebird Live SHAWN McDONALD Sept. 27, Murray Hill Theatre CHARLI XCX, ELLIPHANT, FEMME Sept. 29, Freebird Live PETER FRAMPTON Sept. 30, The Florida Theatre KEITH SWEAT, HOWARD HEWITT Oct. 3, T-U Center DJ VADIM, FORT KNOX FIVE Oct. 3, Freebird Live WIDESPREAD PANIC Oct. 5, St. Augustine Amphitheatre RICHARD MARX Oct. 9, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall EARTH, WIND & FIRE Oct. 11, St. Augustine Amphitheatre THE VIBRATORS, POWERBALL Oct. 12, Jack Rabbits WILLY PORTER, BRENT BYRD Oct. 16, Original Café Eleven Magnolia Fest: LYLE LOVETT, BELA FLECK, JASON ISBELL, INDIGO GIRLS, DONNA THE BUFFALO, DR. JOHN, THE WAILERS, JIM LAUDERDALE, THE LEE BOYS, GRANDPA’S COUGH MEDICINE, FLAGSHIP ROMANCE, PARKER URBAN BAND, CHELSEA SADDLER Oct. 16-19, Suwannee Music Park
DISCIPLE, PROJECT 86 Oct. 17, Murray Hill Theatre DAVID NAIL Oct. 17, Mavericks RINGO STARR & HIS ALL STARR BAND Oct. 18, T-U Center MOTLEY CRUE, ALICE COOPER Oct. 19, Vets Memorial Arena ZIGGY MARLEY Oct. 19, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall LOS LONELY BOYS Oct. 21, The Florida Theatre ANDY McKEE Oct. 23, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall MIKE WATT’S IL SOGNO DEL MARINAIO Oct. 23, Jack Rabbits ANJELAH JOHNSON Oct. 24, The Florida Theatre ICED EARTH, REVAMP, AMON AMARTH, SABATON, SKELETONWITCH Oct. 25, Freebird Live PAUL McCARTNEY Oct. 25, Veterans Memorial Arena MIKE SHACKELFORD ACOUSTIC NIGHT Oct. 26, Bull Park, Atlantic Beach PAINT FUMES Oct. 29, Underbelly THE POLISH AMBASSADOR Oct. 29, Freebird Live DAVID COOK Oct. 31, Jack Rabbits DUVAL HALLOWEEN Oct. 31, Underbelly MAYSA Nov. 1, Ritz Theatre MELVINS Nov. 3, Jack Rabbits CASTING CROWNS Nov. 6, Veterans Memorial Arena Old City Music Fest: OLD DOMINION Nov. 7, St. Augustine
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A&E // MUSIC START MAKING SENSE (Talking Heads tribute band) Nov. 7, Jack Rabbits Old City Music Fest: JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS, WILL HOGE Nov. 8, St. Augustine MATISYAHU Nov. 12, The Florida Theatre TAB BENOIT Nov. 12, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall Bear Creek Music & Arts Fest: DUMPSTAPHUNK, UMPHREY’S MCGEE, ST. PAUL & the BROKEN BONES, OTEIL BURBRIDGE, ZACH DEPUTY, MINGO FISHTRAP, THE FRITZ, CATFISH ALLIANCE Nov. 13-16, Suwannee Music Park ROD PICOTT Nov. 13, Mudville Music Room TRIBAL SEEDS, BALLYHOO, GONZO WITH BEYOND I SIGHT Nov. 13, Freebird Live EX CULT, THE MOLDS Nov. 14, Underbelly RELIENT K, BLONDFIRE, FROM INDIAN LAKES Nov. 24, Freebird AARON CARTER Nov. 25, Jack Rabbits XX QUINTRON & MISS PUSSYCAT, WHITE MYSTERY, BURNT HAIR, THE MOLD Dec. 9, Underbelly PIERCE PETTIS Dec. 11, Mudville Music Room WYNONNA & THE BIG NOISE Dec. 14, The Florida Theatre JOE BONAMASSA Dec. 17, The Florida Theatre BAD SANTA, GRANT PEEPLES Dec. 18, Mudville Music Room THE SPINNERS, THE STYLISTICS, THE MAIN INGREDIENT Jan. 8, Florida Theatre ARLO GUTHRIE Jan. 20, The Florida Theatre KATHLEEN MADIGAN Jan. 22, The Florida Theatre URSAMINOR, SURVIVING SEPTEMBER, THE HEALING PROCESS, NOCTURNAL STATE OF MIND Jan. 31, Freebird Live TIME JUMPERS & VINCE GILL Feb. 7, The Florida Theatre JOHN HAMMOND Feb. 20, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall MARCUS ROBERTS TRIO Feb. 20, The Florida Theatre THREE DOG NIGHT March 10, Florida Theatre
CLUBS AMELIA ISLAND, FERNANDINA BEACH
DAVID’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE, 802 Ash St., 310-6049 John Springer Tue.-Wed. Aaron Bing 6 p.m. every Fri. & Sat. GREEN TURTLE, 14 S. Third St., 321-2324 Buck Smith every Thur. Yancy Clegg every Sun. Vinyl Record Nite every Tue. HAMMERHEADS, 2045 S. Fletcher Ave., 491-7783 DJ Refresh 9 p.m.-1 a.m. every Sun. THE SURF, 3199 S. Fletcher Ave., 491-8999 Brent Byrd Aug. 7
AVONDALE, ORTEGA
CASBAH CAFE, 3628 St. Johns Ave., 981-9966 Goliath Flores 9 p.m. every Wed. Live jazz every Sun. Live music every Mon. ECLIPSE, 4219 St. Johns Ave. KJ Free 9 p.m. Tue. & Thur. Indie dance 9 p.m. Wed. ’80s & ’90s dance 9 p.m. Fri. Music every Sat. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 3611 St. Johns Ave., 388-0200 Parker Urban Band 9 p.m. Aug. 9
BEACHES
(All venues in Jax Beach unless otherwise noted)
BILLY’S BOATHOUSE, 2321 Beach Blvd., 241-9771 Billy Bowers Aug. 7 & 10. Bad Habit Aug. 8. Open mic every Wed. CASA MARINA HOTEL, 691 First St. N., 270-0025 Charlie Walker 2 p.m. Aug. 10 FLYING IGUANA, 207 Atlantic Blvd., NB, 853-5680 Carl & the Black Lungs 10 p.m. Aug. 8 & 9. Live music every Fri. & Sat. Red Beard & Stinky E 10 p.m. every Thur. FREEBIRD LIVE, 200 N. First St., 246-2473 The Groove Coalition, Stank Sauce, Emma Moseley Band, Chelsea Saddler 8 p.m. Aug. 9. Big Data 8 p.m. Aug. 13. Powerball, Gross Evolution 8 p.m. Aug. 15 LYNCH’S IRISH PUB, 514 N. First St., 249-5181 Yankee Slickers at 10 p.m. Aug. 8 & 9. Dirty Pete every Wed. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1018 N. Third St., 246-1500 3 the Band Aug. 6. Cam Jam Aug. 7. Sway Ja Vue Aug. 8. Uncle Buffalo Aug. 9 MEZZA RESTAURANT & BAR, 110 First St., NB, 249-5573 Neil Dixon 6 p.m. Tue. Gypsies Ginger 6 p.m. every Wed. Mike Shackelford & Steve Shanholtzer 6 p.m. every Thur. NIPPERS BEACH GRILLE, 2309 Beach Blvd., 247-3300 The Company 6 p.m. Aug. 6. King Eddie & Pili Pili 6 p.m. Aug. 7. Aaron Koerner Band 6 p.m. Aug. 8. Catfish Rodeo Aug. 9. Chilly Rhino Aug. 10. Leslie Baptiste Aug. 11. Kevin Ski Aug. 12 NORTH BEACH BISTRO, 725 Atlantic Blvd., AB, 372-4105 Live music Fri. & Sat. RAGTIME TAVERN, 207 Atlantic Blvd., AB, 241-7877 Live music every Thur.-Sun. WIPEOUTS GRILL, 1589 Atlantic Blvd., NB, 247-4508 Common Ground 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7. Amy Vickery Aug. 8
DOWNTOWN
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1904 MUSIC HALL, 19 Ocean St. N. Foxing, The Hotelier 7 p.m. Aug. 7 BURRO BAR, 100 E. Adams St., 353-4686 Steady Hands, W.C. Lindsay 8 p.m. Aug. 8. Daikaiju, Round Eye, The Mold, The Crowkeepers, Mount the Stallion 8 p.m. Aug. 9. World War IX, Status Faux, Southern Alabama Pie Cookoff, Gross Evolution 8 p.m. Aug. 11. Hounds of Hate, Free at Last, Gross, Society Abuse, Crisis Unit, No Life to Live, Neat Freak Aug. 14 FIONN MacCOOL’S, Jax Landing, Ste. 176, 374-1247 Spade McQuade 6 p.m. Aug. 6. AA Duo 8:30 p.m. Aug. 8. Ron Perry Duo 8 p.m. Aug. 9. Live music every Fri. & Sat. JACKSONVILLE LANDING, 2 Independent Dr., 353-1188 Radio 80 8 p.m. Aug. 8. The Gootch 8 p.m. Aug. 9 MARK’S DOWNTOWN, 315 E. Bay St., 355-5099 DJ Roy Luis every Wed. DJ Vinn Thur. DJ 007 every Fri. Bay Street Sat. MAVERICKS, Jax Landing, 2 Independent Dr., 356-1110 Ryan Kinder 6 p.m. Aug. 8. John King Band 6 p.m. Aug. 9.
Randy Houser, Big & Rich, Jana Kramer 7 p.m. Aug. 13. Joe Buck, Big Tasty Thur.-Sat. UNDERBELLY, 113 E. Bay St., 353-6067 Seaway, Stickup Kid, Candy Hearts, Driver Friendly 6 p.m. Aug. 8. Bad Luck, On Guard, A Call for Kylie, Ursa Minor Aug. 11. Bam Margera 7 p.m. Aug. 12
FLEMING ISLAND
MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1800 Town Center Blvd., 541-1999 Mark O’Quinn 9 p.m. Aug. 7. Cameron One Man Band 9 p.m. Aug. 9. Jason Ivey 9 p.m. Aug. 14 WHITEY’S FISH CAMP, 2032 C.R. 220, 269-4198 The Ride 9:30 p.m. Aug. 8 & 9. Open mic 9 p.m. every Thur. Deck music at 5 p.m. every Fri. & Sat., 4:30 p.m. Sun.
INTRACOASTAL WEST
CLIFF’S BAR & GRILL, 3033 Monument Rd., Ste. 2, 645-5162 Last Resort Aug. 6. Circle of Influence Aug. 8 & 9. IveyWest Aug. 13. DJ Big Rob every Thur., Sun. & Tue. YOUR PLACE, 13245 Atlantic, 221-9994 Clayton Bush Aug. 6
MANDARIN, JULINGTON
HARMONIOUS MONKS, 10550 Old St. Augustine Rd., 880-3040 Open mic: Synergy 8 p.m. every Wed. World’s Most Talented Waitstaff 9 p.m. every Fri.
ORANGE PARK, MIDDLEBURG
THE HILLTOP, 2030 Wells, 272-5959 John Michael Wed.-Sat. PREVATT’S SPORTS BAR, 2620 Blanding Blvd., 282-1564 DJ Tammy 9 p.m. every Wed. THE ROADHOUSE, 231 Blanding Blvd., 264-0611 Danka 10 p.m. Aug. 8 & 9. DJ Corey B every Wed. Live music every Fri. & Sat.
PONTE VEDRA, PALM VALLEY
PUSSER’S GRILLE, 816 A1A N., 280-7766 Aaron Koerner 6 p.m. Aug. 6. Billy Buchanan Aug. 7. Darren Corlew Aug. 8. Mark O’Quinn Aug. 9. King Eddie & Pili Pili 4 p.m. Aug. 11 TABLE 1, 330 A1A N., Ste. 208, 280-5515 Katherine Archer 6 p.m. Aug. 6. Gary Starling Jazz Band 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7. Colton McKenna & Todd Jones 7:30 p.m. Aug. 8
RIVERSIDE, WESTSIDE
MURRAY HILL THEATRE, 932 Edgewood Ave. S., 388-7807 Strangerwolf, Poetry in Motion, Ashleigh Davis 8 p.m. Aug. 8. Jordan Poole, Jacob Hudson, Michael Cronin, Brianna Bermudez 8 p.m. Aug. 9 rain dogs., 1045 Park St., 379-4969 Le Femme: Twinki Dragstravaganza, The Stocktons, Christa Fatou Sylla & Nan Nkama Pan-African Drum & Dance, Mia Culpa, Khi, Goons of Canterbury, Lady G, The Percussionista, Kitty Kowalski, Cayla Noralea, Kelsey Liz, Kris Vega, Moon Dayla, Keri Foster 7 p.m. Aug. 8. Hip Hop Hell: Black Milk, Steam Mechanics, DJ Paten Locke 9 p.m. Aug. 9. Hip Hop Hell: Mega Ran, Willie Evans Jr., Tough Junkie 9 p.m. Aug. 12 RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET, 715 Riverside Ave., 389-2449 Stacey Bennett, Brent Byrd & the Suitcase Gypsies, The Rip Currents, Acoustic Flutation Aug. 9
ST. AUGUSTINE
ANN O’MALLEY’S, 23 Orange St., 825-4040 Brent Byrd & Suitcase Gypsies Aug. 8. Slickwood Aug. 9 CELLAR UPSTAIRS, 157 King St., 826-1594 Rick Levy & Falling Bones Aug. 8. Robert Harris Aug. 8 & 9. Vinny Jacobs Aug. 10 MILL TOP TAVERN & LISTENING ROOM, 19-1/2 St. George St., 829-2329 Second Chance Aug. 8 & 9. Colton McKenna Aug. 10 ORIGINAL CAFE ELEVEN, 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 460-9311 Ellis Paul, Donny Brazile 8 p.m. Aug. 8 PIZZALLEY’S CHIANTI ROOM, 60 Charlotte St., 825-4100 Billy Bowers 4 p.m. Aug. 12 TRADEWINDS, 124 Charlotte St., 829-9336 Those Guys Aug. 8 & 9
SAN MARCO, SOUTHBANK
JACK RABBITS, 1528 Hendricks Ave., 398-7496 Cranford Hollow 8 p.m. Aug. 7. Kishi Bashi, Tall Tall Trees 8 p.m. Aug. 8. Fit For Rivals, Blameshift, Tomboi, What Hearts 8 p.m. Aug. 9. Miniature Tigers, The Griswolds, Finish Ticket 8 p.m. Aug. 11. Outline in Color, Indirections, Sycamour Aug. 12 MUDVILLE MUSIC ROOM, 3104 Atlantic Blvd., 352-7008 Annie Sellick Trio 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7. Mudville First Anniversary Aug. 13
SOUTHSIDE, BAYMEADOWS
LATITUDE 360, 10370 Philips Hwy., 365-5555 VJ Didactic 9 p.m. Aug. 7. VJ Fellin 8 p.m., Boogie Freaks 9 p.m. Aug. 8. VJ Fellin 7:30 p.m., Boogie Freaks 8:30 p.m. Aug. 9 MY PLACE BAR & GRILL, 9550 Baymeadows, 737-5299 Aaron Sheeks Aug. 6. Dirty Pete Aug. 7. Fat Cactus Aug. 8 & 9 WILD WING CAFE, 4555 Southside Blvd., 998-9464 Chris Brinkley Aug. 6. Kurt Lanham 5 p.m., Love Monkey Aug. 8 WORLD OF BEER, 9700 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 1, 551-5929 Who Rescued Who Aug. 8. Scott Rankin Aug. 9
SPRINGFIELD, NORTHSIDE
SANDOLLAR, 9716 Heckscher Dr., 251-2449 Larry & the Backtracks 6 p.m. Aug. 8 SHANTYTOWN PUB, 22 W. Sixth St., 798-8222 Black Coast Royals 8 p.m. Aug. 8 THREE LAYERS COFFEEHOUSE, 1602 Walnut St., 355-9791 Open mic 7 p.m. Aug. 7
THE KNIFE
A SNAPSHOT OF BLUE-COLLAR MUSICIANS Q: What happens when more than a dozen St. Augustine musicians get together to record an album in a historic house in Palatka? A: A documentary breaks out.
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t least that’s Amy Hendrickson’s plan for the week of Oct. 6-10. The musician has summoned 15 of her working-musician buddies to spend five days recording an album — and filming it — at her great-grandparents’ former home, Rodman Plantation. The entire process will be captured for a documentary called Local Honey. Though a number of local artists were in the running for the project, Hendrickson will be joined by Colton McKenna, Scott Sweet, Don Dunaway, Joe Schaur, Shea Birney, Jim Johnston, Micah and Lauren Gilliam, Chelsea Saddler, Sam Pacetti, John Bailey, Michael Jordon, Hunter Miller and Bob Patterson. Hendrickson hopes that if this release of Local Honey is a success, she can make it an annual event and feature a wider array of musicians. “We picked the artists for the album by trying to cast a wide net over the local music scene,” Hendrickson says. “There are some players on the album who have been gigging in [Northeast Florida] for 40-plus years. Some of us have 20-plus years, and then we have the players who are just beginning to cut their teeth. We also wanted to pick a diverse set of players and personalities for the film. We had a player drop out of the project early due to a timing problem, and we voted in the last member. I really loved that everyone took their responsibility of voting seriously. It was in that moment that we became a true collective.” Hendrickson is a veteran performer, having acted and performed in the area for nearly two decades. I worked with her a number of years ago in Theater Jacksonville’s adaptation of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, and found her energetic and committed. I can only imagine that, as a full-time musician, her tenacity and love of the art has grown, which bodes well for the project. But priority one is raising funds. Hendrickson has put together a Kickstarter campaign to pay for the whole shebang. The total project cost is $16,000, which includes musicians’ fees (they’ll be taking time away from their professional music schedules), filming and sound recording, graphic design, house rental and catering. The popular web-based crowdfunding solution isn’t a guarantee, but Hendrickson is confident she’ll get there. At this printing, the campaign, which runs 45 days, hovered around $1,330. “The planning for the Kickstarter has come together very quickly and smoothly,”
says Hendrickson. “In many respects, it has felt a little too easy. Every musician on board, from day one, has understood the intention of the film and album, and has been a huge cheerleader in the planning phases. The Kickstarter profile, video and mission statement would not have come together without the help from our head videographer and partner-incrime Eric Hood. He has been my right-hand man throughout the planning and execution.” Documenting the experience at Rodman Plantation has special resonance for Hendrickson, as her great-grandparents Vella and Woody Tilton once owned the house. Her grandmother, Judy, grew up there. Set on 6,000 acres in Palatka, the plantation now mainly hosts weddings, but for a week in October, it will be a Big Pink of sorts, hosting a collective of musicians who don’t usually work together. “I feel like recording and filming in a relaxed environment, with very little cell phone reception, is going to impact every aspect of this film and album in a positive way,” says Hendrickson. “The intention here is to have the musicians relax and truly only focus on the music and creating a space for good conversations. The other main focus is the togetherness. We never have enough opportunity to truly talk with our fellow players because, well, we are all usually working at the same time.” If Hendrickson’s enthusiasm for Local Honey were measured in dollars, there’d be enough in the bank to fund a library of these films. Regardless of the challenge she faces, at this point there’s no turning back. “In the beginning, I was terrified of this project,” she says, “because it is incorporating everything I hold dear: my family, my music, my friends, my fellow players. I was so scared that I didn’t even want to begin, even though it’s the coolest thing I have ever been part of. The point of no return has become a spot in the distance, and now I will do anything to tell this story. We are trying to [present] a snapshot of the blue-collar musician and what it takes to live off of your craft.” John E. Citrone theknife@folioweekly.com
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‘HELLION’ WITH A CAUSE
Filmmaker Kat Candler returns to Jacksonville as her latest movie’s Sundance success opens doors
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ollywood is rife with teenage rebellion films, many of which either overdramatize the experience of being a teen or over-demonize their subjects. The best of these flesh out the real struggle of coming of age and plumb the depths of kids and their families, broken or otherwise. The new film by one-time Jacksonville Beach resident Kat Candler, Hellion, falls into that latter category. Hellion follows 13-year-old Jacob Wilson, played by the fantastic newcomer Josh Wiggins, and his younger brother, Wes (Deke Garner), as they deal with their father’s absenteeism in the aftermath of their mother’s recent death. Dad, played by Breaking Bad star Aaron Paul, is a boozer who can’t deal with the loss of his wife, a guy who loves his kids but can’t get his shit together enough to show them. His neglect leads to the removal of Wes by Child Protective Services for fostering by Aunt Pam (Juliette Lewis). As his family splinters, Jacob, a budding motocross star and metalhead, lashes out in increasingly violent ways as his father tries to pull what’s left of his life together. When Pam is offered a job in a distant Texas town, Jacob unravels and all hell breaks loose. All of this plays out with surprising restraint and sensitivity in Candler’s capable hands. Folio Weekly interviewed Candler last month about her obsession with youth and heavy metal, her views on family and her favorite rebellion films. Folio Weekly: Some here in Jacksonville are under the impression that you are a Jax native, but you were born in the ATL, right? Kat Candler: I don’t know what’s up with that. I was born in Atlanta and then spent four-and-a-half years of my life on a cul-desac in a suburban Atlanta neighborhood. All I really remember is that cul-de-sac and the treacherous hill I’d race my Big Wheel down for hours on end.
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I grew up in Jacksonville Beach from age four-and-a-half until I graduated from Stanton College Prep at age 17. So, basically my formative years [were in Jacksonville Beach]. I have countless Mead composition books filled with my youthful adventures in Florida. It was a pretty magical time in my life with friends who are still my closest and dearest. Now you’re in Austin, Texas. I moved to Austin in 1997 after graduating from FSU with a degree in creative writing. In Austin, I worked a day job in a bookstore and an artificial intelligence software company —
HELLION with KAT CANDLER The filmmaker, a former Jax Beach resident and Stanton College Preparatory School graduate, returns with her film Hellion, opening Aug. 8. A Q&A with Candler follows the screening Aug. 8-10 at Sun-Ray Cinema, 1028 Park St., 5 Points, 359-0049, sunraycinema.com.
very glamorous — while I taught myself how to make movies by making movies. In that time, I made two tiny features — Cicadas and Jumping Off Bridges. I didn’t go to film school, so I consider those two films my undergrad and my grad program. I’ve made a ton of short films, written a bunch of screenplays, sold some stuff, made some stuff, proud of some stuff, not so proud of some stuff. In 2012, my short film Hellion got into Sundance, and that’s when everything changed for me. In 2014, we brought the Hellion feature to Sundance, and since this last January, life has been very different. I can still barely pay my rent, but the opportunities I’ve always dreamed of are finally here.
Your film Jumping Off Bridges centers on teens, and Black Metal involves a metal fan who goes bonkers and commits a murder. Where does your interest in youth stem from? When I started making movies, I was in my early 20s. Adolescence was a very romanticized time in my life. Again, countless journals filled with so much angst. Everything in youth is so wide and heightened. Everything is a beautiful first. And there is a mountain of drama in those first times that you’re discovering the world. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve matured into older characters. Black Metal is actually about a man dealing with the public blame when his music is linked to a murder. I also don’t have kids of my own, so I think I live vicariously through my characters dealing with family struggles and the parent/child dynamic. You have a great cast for Hellion, but kids are kids. What’s the hardest aspect of directing young people? Really, it’s just finding the right kids. I think that’s the hardest part because it takes a lot of patience. We scouted high and low to find these five boys. I saw hundreds and hundreds of actors and non-actors across the U.S. I searched in tiny towns all over Texas, motocross races, community centers and then traditional auditions and taped auditions from L.A. and N.Y. We were relentless in our search. After finding the right kids, it’s about creating a safe place on set for them to feel free and comfortable to go to extreme emotional places. With that said, I’m all about bringing a cast and crew together who have good hearts and are good human beings who provide that protected environment. Deke Garner, who plays Wes, was actually the lead in my short film. Dylan Cole, who plays Hyder, I found through traditional auditions in Texas. He’d done a few commercials but never a feature film. Camron Owens, who plays Roger,
A&E // MOVIES I found at a motocross race. He’d never acted before, just had this charisma and charm that I fell in love with. Dalton Sutton, who plays Lance, I found in Port Arthur, Texas, where we shot the film. Again, he’d never acted before. I think his mom made him go to the audition. And then Josh Wiggins I found through YouTube, strangely enough.
streets in search of adventure, respect and understanding. Other films that were instrumental both narratively and visually: Urban Cowboy, Tender Mercies, Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore, The Outsiders, Stand By Me. When I’m writing, right up until I’m shooting, I have a wall of images that I’m always staring at and referencing. How was your childhood? I had a pretty charmed childhood. My older brother and I certainly spent a lot of time home alone fending for ourselves. I ate a lot of cheese toast and watched The Price is Right every summer. But I was also the kid in the woods in our backyard with her dolls, Matchbox cars, Legos and frogs I’d find in the ponds after a good rain, creating these little narratives and building tree forts. I think that’s where this whole movie thing all started.
“I was the kid in the woods in our backyard with her dolls, Matchbox cars, Legos and frogs I’d find in the ponds after a good rain, creating these little narratives and building tree forts. I think that’s where this whole movie thing started.”
For the ultraviolent stuff, what did you do to prepare the kids? How did you protect them? We had a stunt coordinator, special FX coordinator and fire department for all of the fight scenes, [the] truck-bashing scene, bonfires, motocross scenes, anything that was potentially dangerous. These guys walk the kids through every beat of the scene. They carefully choreograph everything to keep everyone safe. I’m hypersensitive to all of it. If someone gets a scrape, I freak out. But when all of the elements are in place, and you watch this truck on fire and boys beating the crap out of it — man, it’s really cool. Movies about teen rebellion can be trite and patronizing. But two that come to my mind as superior are 1979’s Over the Edge and Harmony Korine’s and Larry Clark’s KIDS. Were these films, or others like it, on your radar when you were writing and/or filming Hellion? Over the Edge was probably the biggest influence on Hellion. I’d seen it years ago, and it had such an impact. These kids, bored and aimless, stirring up all kinds of trouble. That last school scene is just epic. I would also say Lord of the Flies was pretty influential, both the book and the 1963 movie. I’m fascinated by good kids doing bad things and trying to figure out why. With Hellion, I wanted to give voice to these kids who wander the small town
The music in Hellion is great — all heavy and stoner metal — as are the T-shirts the kids wear. How much of a headache was it to get the rights to that stuff? Honestly, we were pretty lucky in terms of bands and labels. We had a bad-ass music supervisor, Lauren Mikus, who already had relations with a couple of the labels through her work on a Terrence Malick film. Jeff Nichols, the director of Mud and Take Shelter, who’s a friend and our executive producer, knew Lars Ulrich. Jeff knew it was a dream of mine to work with Metallica, and so he put us in touch. They were beyond generous with their music, and it was very surreal to have these conversations with Lars about the film and the scenes. He was incredible.
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Art is often self-reflexive. Painters like to paint themselves, writers like to write about writing, and singers sing about themselves (and watch themselves do it in music videos). Movies are no different. Try drawing up a list of movies about movies, and you’re likely to start running up the megabytes. Robert Altman, Woody Allen, François Truffaut — to name only three of the best — have taken turns at fictional meta-films — The Player, Stardust Memories and Day for Night. Documentarians have covered the making of major films, like Hearts of Darkness and Burden of Dreams — about Apocalypse, Now and Fitzcarraldo, respectively. The news out of Comic-Con in San Diego last week heralds the third major example in the past few years of an entirely different kind of feature film: Another documentary about a movie that never got made. Joining the ranks of Lost in La Mancha (2002) and Jodorowsky’s Dune (2013), the new filmabout-a-nonexistent-film has yet to be released, though the trailer was previewed in San Diego and is now on YouTube. The forthcoming title is The Death of “Superman Lives”: What Happened? and deals with the proposed 1998 film written by Kevin Smith, to be directed by Tim Burton and starring Nicolas Cage as Superman. (Remember: it was Cage who named his own son Kal-El, after Superman’s Kryptonian birth name.) The trailer is a hoot, worth watching just to see Nic Cage flying in a very different kind of Superman outfit. Here’s hoping the movie-abouta-non-movie is as good as its two predecessors in the new genre. Jodorowsky’s Dune was a mindtrip, based solely on the inimitable Jodorowsky and his impossible concepts for a movie that really never had a chance of being made. Existing only in storyboards and designs and the wouldbe writer/director’s imagination, Jodorowsky’s Dune is nonetheless fascinating in its own right. Lost in La Mancha (2002), the saga of director Terry Gilliam’s abortive attempt to bring his version of Don Quixote to the screen, is quite different. Directors Keith Fulton and Louis Pepe originally intended to make a television documentary about the preparations and filming of the project, along the lines of the typical “Making of” features that have been attached to Hollywood films for many years. But given the notoriety of filmmaker Gilliam’s earlier ventures, like Brazil and especially The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, the possibilities of financial, if not artistic, disaster were imminent. Lost in La Mancha includes the first six days of real shooting for the film, including finished sequences of the distinguished French actor Jean Rochefort as Quixote and Johnny Depp as his sidekick. Within these scenes, we get a glimpse of what might have been … before one calamity after another killed the production. The initial shooting was wiped away by an unexpected flash flood. The woes continued unabated. Though Gilliam and his dream project were unhorsed by insurmountable windmills of his own, Lost in La Mancha, like Jodorowsky’s Dune, at least gives us a delectable taste of what might have been. Next up to the plate, for better rather than worse (fingers crossed), is The Death of “Superman Lives.” Pat McLeod mail@folioweekly.com
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SCREENING AROUND TOWN NIGHT OWL CINEMA The Lego Movie screens at 8 p.m. on Aug. 8 at St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A S.; free, 209-0367, staugamphitheatre.com. The vocal talents of Will Arnett, Elizabeth Banks, Will Ferrell and Will Forte are featured. Lotta Wills. SUMMER MOVIE CLASSICS The annual series continues with Bedknobs and Broomsticks starring Angela Lansbury, Roddy McDowell and Sam Jaffe, at 2 p.m. on Aug. 10 at The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, $7.50, 355-2787, floridatheatre.com. SUN-RAY CINEMA Monty Python Live (Mostly) screens at 7 p.m. Aug. 6 and at 1 p.m. Aug. 10. Lucy and Guardians of the Galaxy continue. Filmmaker Kat Candler, Stanton Prep grad and former Jax Beachite, returns with her film Hellion, opening Aug. 8. A Q&A with Candler follows screenings on Aug. 8-10 at Sun-Ray Cinema, 1028 Park St., 5 Points, 359-0049, sunraycinema.com. The Twin Peaks Marathon starts (with the pilot, of course) at 8 p.m. on Aug. 22, followed by all 29 episodes, ending about 10 p.m. on Aug. 23; $10; proceeds benefit Hubbard House. SCI 2014: BIG, LOUD & LIVE 11 The 11th annual Drum Corps International World Championship Quarterfinals are screened Aug. 7 at many area theaters; check listings. It’s actually pretty awesome. GREGORY CREWDSON BRIEF ENCOUNTERS Surreal photographer Crewdson, whose work is on display at MOCA Jax in The New York Times Magazine Photographs exhibit, gave almost total access for this documentary, which screens at 7 p.m. Aug. 14 at Sun-Ray Cinema, 1028 Park St., 5 Points, free for MOCA members, $8 for nonmembers, 366-6911, mocajacksonville.org. LATITUDE 360 MOVIES Godzilla and Muppets Most Wanted are currently screening at Latitude 360’s CineGrille Theater, 10370 Philips Hwy., Southside, 365-5555. WGHF IMAX THEATER Guardians of the Galaxy, Island of Lemurs: Madagascar 3D, D-Day: Normandy 1944 and Great White Shark 3D screen at World Golf Village Hall of Fame IMAX Theater, 1 World Golf Place, St. Augustine, 940-4133, worldgolfimax.com.
NOW SHOWING 22 JUMP STREET ***G Rated R The sequel is funnier, cleverer, wittier, snarkier. Cops Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) have “graduated” to going undercover at Metro City State College, investigating a drug case that’s “just like last time.” This movie is as big, loud, actiony and goofy as an action comedy sequel can be, and yet it’s (mostly) not stupid, sexist or homophobic. There’s a running joke about how Jenko, who’s dumber than a bag of Glocks, sometimes realizes this. “Fuck you, brain,” he says, rather sadly, to himself, and it zings by before you realize how brilliant that is. — MaryAnn Johanson AMERICA Rated PG-13 Filmmaker, writer and political pundit and campaign finance violator Dinesh D’Souza’s documentary poses the idea that factual American history is morphing into a story of rampant plunder and exploitation. — Marlene Dryden AND SO IT GOES *G@@ Rated PG-13 Oren Little (Michael Douglas) – a veteran realtor in coastal Connecticut – looks like a big old a-hole to the residents in one of the small apartment complexes he owns – which is also where he’s living while trying to sell his house. Among those residents is Leah (Diane Keaton), herself recently widowed and still prone to bursting into tears singing standards at a local restaurant. All she sees in Oren is a guy who seems incapable of dealing with his son, Luke (Scott Shepherd), a recovering addict about to serve a short jail sentence. And Leah thinks even worse of Oren when he seems completely incapable – or at least unwilling – to take care of Luke’s 10-year-old daughter Sarah (Sterling Jerins) while Luke does his time. — Scott Renshaw BEGIN AGAIN Rated R Mark Ruffalo needs a nice bowl of chicken soup and a bubble bath – he’s always singing the blues about some personal upheaval or another. Here he’s Dan, a washed-up music producer who sees a young woman (Keira Knightley) croon into a mic and thinks he’s discovered the next Joan Baez … oh, c’mon, you know … that folkie/Beat chick Dylan used to shtupp. OK, then … the next Zooey Deschanel. — M.D. DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES Rated PG-13 For a while there, it looked as if Jonah Hill was going to be this summer’s winner of Saying Stupid Shit In Public. But then Gary Oldman unloaded to Playboy about the sheer, unendurable oppression of being unable to call a fag a fag and a Jew a Jew, and we had a new front-runner in the Emergency Hairshirt Olympics – and an answer to the question “What could possibly keep a Rob Ford apology
off the front page?” Meanwhile, the apology I want to hear from Oldman is for mentioning David Bowie in the same breath as Charles Flippin’ Krauthammer when the question was “Who speaks the truth in this culture, in your opinion?” Anyway, Fox is hoping all the fags and Jews out there are sufficiently swayed by Oldman’s penance that they’ll still go see the second installment in their grand quest to reboot aspects of the original Apes franchise nobody gave an especial shit about. Here, Oldman is in a band of human relics trying to stay alive in a world ruled by filthy primates. Geez, what would a Krauthammer reader know about that? — Steve Schneider
THE FLUFFY MOVIE Rated PG-13 Gabriel Iglesias likes to point out how hard it was to break out of the “ethnic comedian” ghetto, so this document of his world tour to more than 23 countries must be sweet vindication of his unwavering belief that his material had universal appeal. Congrats, Fluffy! You really forced the entertainment industry to examine its deeply held prejudices. Can’t wait to see what kind of box-office numbers your movie racks up at theaters in the worst neighborhood of every American city. — S.S. GET ON UP Rated PG-13 If Hollywood believes two things, it’s that black folks don’t go to comic-book movies and white folks don’t go to movies about black folks. All of which explains why this James Brown biopic is the sacrifi cial lamb that’s been scheduled against Disney/Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. In real life, it’s going to be my white music-snob friends filling in my black nerd buddies as to what kind of job Chadwick Boseman did as the King of Soul, and if they should give this flick a look when it’s on Starz four months from now. Heck, we might even invite them over to watch it – especially if Charlie Crist wins and we’re feeling really liberal! — S.S. GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY Rated PG-13 As I write this, the San Diego Comic-Con is just getting under way, and I’m bracing myself for all sorts of P.R. fog about the future of comics on film, and how DC Entertainment is going to start giving Marvel Studios a run for its money any minute now. So as a reality check, let me just point this out: “Winning” is when you can wring the most anticipated movie of the summer out of a property so obscure even the editors of The Comic Book Price Guide have to look it up. By Christmas, Rocket Raccoon may be firmly entrenched as a star of the Disney-acquisition firmament, making “possible Star Wars crossover” the hot ridiculous rumor du jour. Meanwhile, DC’s entire release slate for the next fi ve years will have shifted three more times, just because Olaf the Snowman blew on it really hard. God, how I love a photo fi nish. — S.S. HERCULES Rated PG-13 Having douche auteur Brett Ratner direct Dwayne Johnson is the kind of collaboration cineplex hecklers dream of.
A&E // MOVIES Better still, their take on the Hercules myth (excuse me, I mean “graphic novel”) jumps on the grim-’n-gritty bandwagon by promising no supernatural story elements will be included – just the emotional turmoil of a strongman well past his prime, reduced to profiting off his inspiring past. Fun fact: When Hercules completed his 12 labors, he was “dead broke.” — S.S. THE HUNDRED-FOOT JOURNEY Rated PG Boy, there’s nobody better equipped to capitalize on the foodie phenomenon than Lasse Hallstrom, who has for decades been championing the feasibility of solving all of life’s conflicts by shoving stuff in your mouth. (From Chocolat to What’s Eating Gilbert Grape to The Cider House Rules to Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, the guy can’t even make a picture without mentioning food in the title. Talk about obsessed!) In Hallstrom’s latest, restaurateur Helen Mirren’s hostility toward a new rival (the great actor Om Puri) is overcome by the power of his entrees, which are just too damn good for anybody to remember what they were supposed to be fighting about. Fun related fact: In real life, obesity causes 300,000 deaths per year. — S.S. INTO THE STORM Rated PG-13 If it’s 2014, it must be time for an ersatz Twister reboot, with another bunch of crazy storm chasers boldly venturing straight into the thick of one of nature’s little shit Slurpees. If this thing becomes a hit, maybe Universal Studios can just slap a new logo on their Twister attraction instead of gutting it to make room for that Dance Moms Experience show I’ve been betting on for two years running now. Fun fact deux: The director of Into the Storm, Steven Quale, cohelmed Aliens of the Deep, another of James Can’t-QuiteGet-Past-Titanic Cameron’s deep-sea docs. Oh, how I love Ouroboros Week. — S.S. KICK Not Rated This Bollywood crime drama stars Randeep Hooda and Jacqueline Fernandez. In Hindi. LUCY **** Rated R Scarlett Johansson stars as Lucy, a very pretty, party-ready American girl, whose trip to China is cut short after she hooks up with the wrong guy. This nutty film is what a comic book movie would be like if it didn’t have to follow the constraints of neatly establishing a future franchise or following any “rules” of the genre. After a dialogue-heavy opening, with a conversation establishing the fi lm’s setting and Lucy’s scary predicament, it’s off and running, hurtling from one bizarre scenario to another. As Lucy’s journey becomes increasingly dire, writer/director Luc Besson begins inserting footage of wild animals, nature and bits of Morgan Freeman’s Professor Norman lecturing on the possibilities of the human mind. It may be trashy and absurd but make no mistake, Lucy is fearless. — Barry Wurst II
A MOST WANTED MAN ***@ Rated R A starring role in this espionage thriller is a fi tting farewell for the great actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, who died last February. Directed by Anton Corbijn, who successfully helmed The American with George Clooney, and adapted from the novel by John le Carré, A Most Wanted Man is a smart, gripping thriller that carefully navigates its way through subtle twists and delicious ambiguity. Hoffman plays Günther Bachmann, a German espionage agent at odds with his superiors and American counterpart Martha Sullivan (Robin Wright) over how to track down a highprofile Muslim terrorist. They want to hammer every threat into the ground while Günther prefers to watch, wait and seek the cooperation of lesser offenders. His anti-Bush philosophy is to seek out a “minnow to catch a barracuda to catch a shark,” but that proves diffi cult, especially in Hamburg, where Mohammed Atta planned his evil. Wright, channeling the charm and ruthlessness of her House of Cards character, is a fine foil to Hoffman. Willem Dafoe, as bank manager Tom Brue who’s unwittingly caught in the middle of terrorist activities, also shines. Only Rachel McAdams, as human-rights lawyer Annabel Richter, seems miscast, a lightweight instead of the required rock. (Jessica Chastain must have been busy.) Her shortcomings are even more obvious when she’s up against Hoffman, who, though not given much to do dramatically, is riveting, even with a German accent, which the film employs instead of the German language itself.— Cameron Meier PLANES: FIRE & RESCUE Rated PG In a summer this shitty, even a sequel to a Disney flick that almost didn’t get a theatrical release can get a theatrical release. This time, airborne racing legend Dusty has to deal with the realization that structural infi rmities are sounding
the death-knell for his career, forcing him to explore a more altruistic way of spending his time. A quarter-century ago, that would have been my cue to crack wise about A Million Points of Light Planes; instead, I’m just gonna call this one a movie about transitioning and let the chips fall where they may. — S.S. THE PURGE: ANARCHY Rated R Did you know the Eagles track “In the City” began life as a Joe Walsh tune that played over the closing credits of The Warriors? I only mention this because talking about The Warriors is way less depressing than contemplating this movie, a similarly themed gotta-make-it-home exploitation fl ick that’s way too close on the heels of 2013’s surprisingly solid class-warfare sleeper, The Purge. Trailer-park droogies, trailer-park droogies, come out to play – preferably once a year, so Universal can Saw the crap out of this thing.— S.S. SEX TAPE Rated R In this screwball comedy (see what I did there?), harried marrieds Jason Segel and Cameron Diaz struggle to contain the fallout from their experiment with erotic video. Given that we’ve all already seen Segel’s weenus, it’s not clear what the selling point is – unless an evening’s worth of jokes about Diaz’ cooter appeals to anyone beyond Justin Timberlake. Then again, director/co-writer Jake Kasdan did make the criminally underrated Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story, which had way more than double entendres going for it. What can I say? It’s just so hard calling balls and strikes. — S.S. STEP IT UP ALL IN Rated PG-13 The fourth installment in the Step Up franchise is an “all-star” edition that brings past competitors back together for a make-or-break dance-off in Vegas. Since my own experience with the “all-star” concept has been defined less by Major League Baseball and more by Project Runway, I’m hoping that somebody on the Step Up production team laid out for the biggest bus he could find, so the contestants have something nice and shiny under which they can throw one another when the time comes for them to advance. — S.S. TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES Rated PG-13 OK, this one’s an honest-to-goodness reboot, with Michael Bay the man in charge of introducing the heroes in a half-shell to a new generation. Michael Bay for the Jim Henson Company? It isn’t my idea of a nifty trade, either. And somehow, Bay has brought along Megan Fox so she can play intrepid reporter April O’Neil – so much for our confidence that the abundant bad blood between the two of them would relegate them to polluting the cinematic gene pool separately and individually. Honestly, it’s like watching East and West Germany reunite. Or the Eagles. — S.S. TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION Rated PG-13 The fourth Trannies flick has a whole new cast of humans, led by unencumbered-by-self-awareness Mark Wahlberg. Marky’s performance is quite the meme thanks to the line “I tink we just found a Transfomah!” It’s a new era for Autobots, as cars-that-turn-into-robots are joined by Dinobots, robots taking the form of dinosaurs. Yep, serious hard-nosed realism. — S.S. WISH I WAS HERE Rated R Why did it take Zach Braff a decade to follow up Garden State? Maybe because Cameron Crowe hasn’t shot anything worth ripping off since then, nyuk nyuk. Or ’cause Braff had to wait for Kickstarter to be invented. Whatever. All that matters is that we fi nally get to see his portrayal of an actor/husband/father at a personal crossroads. Oh, and Mandy Patinkin plays Braff’s father, which should make for a fun game of “Who Do I Want to Hit More?”— S.S.
NEW ON DVD & BLU-RAY BAD WORDS Jason Bateman plays Guy Trilby, a mean-spirited, grade-A prick. The eighth-grade dropout with a photographic memory exploits a loophole in the rules of the Golden Quill Spelling Bee’s annual competition. Guy wages psychological warfare to decimate the kids in regional bees, incurring the wrath of their parents. Competing in the national championship, he runs afoul of the Golden Quill’s prim administrator, Dr. Bernice Deagan (Allison Janney), and distinguished director, Dr. Bowman (Philip Baker Hall). Why is Guy doing this? That’s what sponsor and online journalist Jenny Widgeon (Kathryn Hahn) hopes to uncover. The only thing standing in the shmuck’s way is doe-eyed Chaitanya Chopra (Rohan Chand), a precocious 10-year-old Indian-American lad Guy takes out on the town for a night of debauchery not even a grownup should have.
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CESAR CHAVEZ This dramatic biography is about the labor organizer Chavez (Michael Peña) who brought the plight of migrant farm workers, many of whom were Hispanic, to the forefront in America in the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. Archival footage is featured. Co-stars Rosario Dawson, Wes Bentley (the psycho kid in American Beauty) and Yancey Arias. DIVERGENT Beatrice Prior (Shailene Woodley) is labeled a Divergent, a group of misfits considered so dangerous that their destruction is being plotted. So she hooks up with another outcast – Four (Theo James), who’s really just one person. Costars Kate Winslet, Ashley Judd and Zoe Kravitz. DOM HEMINGWAY Jude Law plays ex-con Dom, a rough, vulgar yegg who’s just been released from the pen. A Russian mobster owes him money and he’s ready to collect. It’s interesting to see the usually suave Law portray such a crude slob so well. THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL Director Wes Anderson guides a great ensemble cast in this, The Twee-est Story Ever Told, including Edward Norton, Jeff Goldblum, Harvey Keitel, Saoirse Ronan, Bill Murray, the adorable Bob Balaban, Adrien Brody, Willem Dafoe, Jason Schwartzman and Owen Wilson, through this comedy-drama about Gustave H (Ralph Fiennes), concierge of an elegant European hotel. The tale is largely told by the 1960s version of lobby boy Zero Moustafa, played by F. Murray Abraham, about his time at the hotel and the madcap and seemingly murderous adventures he and Gustave had. A young Zero is portrayed by Tony Revolori. JOE Extreme Texas macho is the theme here, as 15-year-old Gary (Tye Sheridan) is learning his lessons well. He doesn’t much like his daddy, Wade (Gary Poulter), a useless old drunk, but that hasn’t stopped him from internalizing unthinking reflexive violence as useful in social situations. It’s sad and ironic that a better role model for him is Joe (Nicolas Cage), on his way to useless old drunk. Can he straighten up and fly right for the sake of the boy? MUPPETS MOST WANTED Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, Scooter, Animal and Beaker are touring the globe. There’s an evil Kermie look-alike stealing jewelry in Europe. Tina Fey, Ricky Still-Not-Funny Gervais and Ty Burrell costar in human form. Vocal talents include Steve Whitmire, Eric Jacobson, Dave Goelz, Bill Barretta, David Rudman and Matt Vogel. There’s a bunch of cameos: Sean Combs, Lady Gaga, Zach Galifianakis, Josh Groban, Salma Hayek, Frank Langella, Ray Liotta, Toby Jones, James McAvoy, Stanley Tucci ... waitasec ... Josh Groban? NEED FOR SPEED Director Scott Waugh made this car-chase movie. Aaron Paul stars as Tobey Marshall, a gearhead in upstate New York trying to keep his family’s body shop afloat while
making money in late-night street races. His need for cash to save the business leads to an encounter with one-time rival-turned-pro-racer Dino Brewster (Dominic Cooper) that ends tragically, with Tobey off to jail. Two years on, his shot at redemption is facing Dino in a high-stakes race, driving a souped-up Mustang cross-country, with Julia (Imogen Poots), a flunky of the car’s owner, riding shotgun. The coast-to-coast journey with Tobey’s willing wingmen (Scott Mescudi, Rami Malek, Ramon Rodriguez) also features Tobey’s ex-girlfriend/now Dino’s, Anita (Dakota Johnson). Poots. What, no name changes in Hollywood anymore? NEIGHBORS New parents Mac (Seth Rogen) and Kelly (Rose Byrne) Radner have to put up with the Delta Psi fraternity buying the suburban house next door. Directed by Nicholas Stoller from a script by first-time feature writers Andrew J. Cohen and Brendan O’Brien, the comedy casts Rogen in a familiar role as genial pot-smoker, and Byrne in a role where she’s allowed to speak with her own Australian accent. Though they first try to play nice with the party-hearty crew led by chapter president Teddy (Zac Efron), the escalating noise levels disturbing their sleep lead them to start a conflict from which no one could escape without some sort of humiliating incident. OCULUS This horror movie, about a young woman trying to blame a murder on a supernatural being so her brother – who’s been convicted of the crime – gets out of jail, was filmed in Mobile, Ala. One scary goddamn place fersure. SON OF GOD Devout Christians may find it powerful, casual church-goers may find it moving but a bit heavy-handed, and nonChristians and nonbelievers will probably think it’s preachy. Mark Burnett and Roma Downey, who plays Mary, produced. Co-stars Sebastian Knapp, Adrian Schiller (Caiaphas), Diogo Morgado (Jesus) and Amber Rose Revah (Mary Magdalene). Every time we type the title of this movie, we can’t help but think of National Lampoon’s terrific Son-O’-God Comics, by the great Sean Kelly. Now that was some holy shit. TRANSCENDENCE Christopher Nolan’s cinematographer, Wally Pfister, makes his directing debut with this cautionary sci-fi, in which a scientist (Johnny Depp) seeks to accumulate “the collective intelligence of everything ever known” and combine it with “the full range of human emotions.” Costars Kate Mara, Rebecca Hall, Paul Bettany, Morgan Freeman. VERONICA MARS Veronica (Kristen Bell) was a private eye when she was just a high-school girl; now she’s back for a class reunion and gets roped into helping solve a murky murder. And wouldn’t you just know it? Her ex-fl ame from back in the day – what did she see in him? – is knee-deep in the intrigue. Co-stars Jason Dohring, Krysten Ritter and Jerry O’Connell (yes, that fat kid from Stand By Me who grew up to be oddly hot).
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A&E // ARTS NATURAL COLLABORATION: Sydney is a featured piece in the Butterfield Garage’s collaborative exhibit Augustines, opening Aug. 6 during First Wednesday Art Walk at Southlight Gallery in Downtown Jacksonville. The exhibit runs through Aug. 27.
PERFORMANCE
ALFRED HITCHCOCK’S 39 STEPS Hitchcock’s masterpiece is a mash-up of broad physical comedy, spy thriller and zany zingers. It’s staged at 8 p.m. (dinner 6 p.m.) Aug. 6-10, 12-17, 19-24, 26-31, Sept. 2-7; 1:15 p.m. (brunch 11 a.m.) Aug. 9, 16, 23, 30, Sept. 6; 2 p.m. (brunch noon) Aug. 10, 17, 24, 31, Sept. 7 at Alhambra Theatre & Dining, 12000 Beach Blvd., Southside, $35-$55, 641-1212, alhambrajax.com. RENT A group of poor, young bohemians are negotiating dreams, loves and conflicts; 8 p.m. Aug. 7-9 at Players by the Sea, 106 N. Sixth St., Jax Beach, $25-$28, 249-0289, playersbythesea.org. MOTHERHOOD OUT LOUD This play, based on observations of several American writers, offers different views on parenthood. It’s staged at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 12, 14-16, 19, 21-23, 26, 28-30 and 2 p.m. Aug. 17, 24 and 31 on Limelight Theatre’s Matuza Main Stage, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine, $25, 825-1164, limelight-theatre.org.
COMEDY
MICHAEL PANZECA Comedian Panzeca, an Ohio transplant to Florida who brought all that Midwestern angst with him, performs at 8 p.m. Aug. 7 at Latitude 360, 10370 Philips Highway, Southside, 365-5555, latitude360.com. JOSH SNEED Comedy Central’s Stand Up Showdown runner-up Sneed performs a soft-R rated show, 8:04 p.m. Aug. 7-9 and 10:10 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Comedy Club of Jacksonville, 11000 Beach Blvd., $6-$15, 646-4277, jacksonvillecomedy.com. TAYLOR WILLIAMSON Second-place winner of America’s Got Talent Williamson appears at 8 p.m. Aug. 7 and 8 and 8 and 10 p.m. Aug. 9 at The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., Mandarin, $20-$25, 292-4242, comedyzone.com. MAD COWFORD IMPROV Weekly PG-13-rated improv shows, based on audience suggestion, are held at 8:15 p.m. every Fri. and Sat. at Northstar Substation, 119 E. Bay St., Downtown, $5, 233-2359, madcowford.com.
CALLS, WORKSHOPS, EVENTS LUNCH AND LEARN Amelia Island Museum of History presents “10 Things You Didn’t Know About Abraham
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Lincoln” as part of its Brown Bag Lunch series at noon Aug. 6 at 233 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, free, 2617378, ameliaislandmuseum.org. THE ARTERY PARTY This fund-raiser for The ARTery, a group transforming the Armory on Market Street into a visual and performing arts center, is held 6-8 p.m. Aug. 7 at Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum, 101 W. First St., Downtown. A silent auction, wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres and performances by local musicians are featured. Tickets are $10; 356-2992. BLOODY BLOODY CIVIL WAR Third on Third presents Lee Bledsoe, who discusses The Bloody Business of Civil War Surgery at 6 p.m. Aug. 15 at Amelia Island Museum of History, 233 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, free for members, $5 donation for nonmembers, 261-7378, ameliaislandmuseum.org. PORTRAIT PAINTING SESSION Live model portrait painting with Elbert Shubert is held 9 a.m. Aug. 23 at The Art Center II, 229 N. Hogan St., $5 for members, $10 for nonmembers, artists bring supplies. NUTCRACKER DANCE AUDITIONS St. Augustine Ballet opens auditions for The Nutcracker, for male and female dancers studying ballet, regardless of studio affiliation. Registration is at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 23; auditions at 9 a.m. at Abella’s School of Dance, 711 Lakeside Ave., Ste. 9, St. Augustine, $25 nonrefundable registration fee. Performances are held Dec. 20 and 21 at Flagler College. 824-1746, info@saintaugustineballet.com. FIGURE DRAWING Live model figure drawing is offered 7 p.m. every Tue. at The Art Center II, $5 for members, $10 for non-members, artists bring supplies. ACTEEN STAGE LAB Children and teens in grades 6-12 learn street style and ambush theater at 6:30 p.m. every Wed. at Limelight Theatre, $80/session, 825-1164, limelight-theatre.org.
CLASSICAL & JAZZ
NAVY BAND SOUTHEAST The TGIF Brass Band performs a free concert from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Aug. 6 at Clay County Headquarters Library, 1895 Town Center Blvd., Fleming Island, 278-3722. JAZZ IN PONTE VEDRA The Gary Starling Group (Carol Sheehan, Billy Thornton, Peter Miles) performs 7:30-10:30 p.m. every Thur. at Table 1, 330 A1A N., 280-5515. JAZZ IN RIVERSIDE Trumpeter Ray Callendar and guitarist Taylor Roberts are featured at 9:30 p.m. every Thur. at
Kickbacks Gastropub, 910 King St., 388-9551. JAZZ IN MANDARIN Boril Ivanov Trio plays at 7 p.m. every Thur. and pianist David Gum plays at 7 p.m. every Fri. at Tree Steakhouse, 11362 San Jose Blvd., 262-0006. JAX BEACH JAZZ Live jazz is presented 6-9 p.m. every Fri. at Landshark Café, 1728 Third St. N., 246-6024. JAZZ IN NEPTUNE BEACH Live jazz is featured from 7:309:30 p.m. every Sat. at Lillie’s Coffee Bar, 200 First St., 249-2922. JAZZ IN ST. AUGUSTINE The House Cats play 9:30 p.m.1 a.m. every Sat. at Stogies Club & Listening Room, 36 Charlotte St., 826-4008. JAZZ IN ARLINGTON Jazzland Café features live music at 8 p.m. every Sat. and 6-9 p.m. every Tue. at 1324 University Blvd. N., 240-1009, jazzlandcafe.com. JAZZ IN AVONDALE The Casbah Café features The Von Barlow Trio and Third Bass at 9 p.m. every Sun., 3628 St. Johns Ave., 981-9966. JAZZ IN ST. AUGUSTINE Live jazz is featured nightly at Rhett’s Piano Bar & Brasserie, 66 Hypolita St., 825-0502.
ART WALKS, FESTIVALS & MARKETS
DOWNTOWN FRIDAY MARKET Arts and crafts and local produce are offered 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Fri. at The Jacksonville Landing, 2 Independent Dr., Downtown, 353-1188. RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Local and regional art, local music, food artists and a farmers market are featured 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every Sat. under the Fuller Warren Bridge, 715 Riverside Ave., free admission, 389-2449, riversideartsmarket.com. FIRST WEDNESDAY ART WALK The downtown art walk, held 5-9 p.m. every first Wed., features more than 13 live music venues, more than 13 hotspots open after 9 p.m. and 50 total participating venues, spanning 15 blocks in Downtown Jacksonville. downtownjacksonville.org/ marketing; iloveartwalk.com. ARTRAGEOUS ART WALK Downtown Fernandina Beach galleries are open for self-guided tours, 5:30-8:30 p.m. every second Sat., 277-0717, ameliaisland.com. JAX BEACH ART WALK More than 30 local artists display works, 5-9 p.m. every second Tue., along First Street between Beach Boulevard and Fifth Avenue North, Jax Beach, betterjaxbeach.com/jax-beach-art-walk.html.
NORTH BEACHES ART WALK Galleries of Atlantic and Neptune beaches are open 5-9 p.m. Aug. 21 and every third Thur. from Sailfish Drive in Atlantic Beach to Neptune Beach and Town Center, 753-9594, nbaw.org. UPTOWN SATURDAY NIGHT The self-guided tour features galleries, antique stores and shops open from 5-9 p.m. Aug. 30 and every last Sat. in St. Augustine’s San Marco District, 824-3152. FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK The tour of Art Galleries of St. Augustine is held every first Fri., with more than 15 galleries participating, 829-0065.
MUSEUMS
ALEXANDER BREST MUSEUM & GALLERY Jacksonville University, 2800 University Blvd. N., Arlington, 256-7371, arts.ju.edu. The permanent collection features carved ivory, Chinese porcelain, pre-Colombian artifacts and more. AMELIA ISLAND MUSEUM OF HISTORY 233 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 261-7378, ameliamuseum.org. Lunch & Learn Brown Bag Lunch series presents “10 Things You Didn’t Know About Abraham Lincoln” at noon on Aug. 6. Third on Third presents Lee Bledsoe, who discusses The Bloody Business of Civil War Surgery at 6 p.m. on Aug. 15. The children’s exhibit Discovery Ship allows kids to pilot the ship, hoist flags and learn about the history of Fernandina Beach’s harbor. CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART & GARDENS 829 Riverside Ave., 356-6857, cummer.org. Collector’s Choice: Inside the Hearts and Minds of Regional Collectors, through Sept. 14. The Human Figure: Sculptures by Enzo Torcoletti is on display through September. A Commemoration of the Civil Rights Movement: Photography from the High Museum of Art is on display through Nov. 2. KARPELES MANUSCRIPT MUSEUM 101 W. First St., Springfield, 356-2992, rain.org/~karpeles/jaxfrm.html. The permanent collection includes many rare manuscripts. MANDARIN MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY 11964 Mandarin Rd., 268-0784, mandarinmuseum.net. The exhibit The Maple Leaf, which features artifacts and information from the Civil War era, runs through December. MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART JACKSONVILLE 333 N. Laura St., Downtown, 366-6911, mocajacksonville. com. The exhibit New York Times Magazine Photographs, curated by Kathy Ryan and Lesley Martin, runs through Aug. 24. Scott Ingram exhibits a survey collection of drawings and objects through Aug. 24. Admission is free from
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ARTERY PARTY: Musicians and artists come together to raise funds to transform the Armory Building into a visual and performing arts center, Aug. 7 at Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum. 5-9 p.m. every Thur., through Aug. 24. MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & HISTORY 1025 Museum Circle, Southbank, 396-6674, themosh.org. Uncovering the Past: Archaeological Discoveries of North Florida is on display through August. First Friday Cosmic Concerts (moshplanetarium.org) feature Laser Magic 7 p.m., Laser Vinyl 8 p.m., Dark Side of the Moon (Pink Floyd) 9 p.m., Led Zeppelin 10 p.m. on Sept. 5; $5. WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM 1 World Golf Place, St. Augustine, worldgolfhalloffame.org. Honoring the Legacy: A Tribute to African-Americans in Golf – an exhibit featuring photographs, audio, video and memorabilia from the late 1800s to the present – is featured in the permanent collection.
GALLERIES
THE ART CENTER MAIN GALLERY 31 W. Adams St., Downtown, 355-1757. Michael Cenci’s exhibit, Nature Photos, is featured Aug. 6. THE ART CENTER II 229 N. Hogan St., 355-1757. Emily Bender Morrison’s works are featured Aug. 6. THE ART CENTER PREMIER GALLERY Bank of America Tower, 50 N. Laura St., Downtown, 355-1757. Sand and Sea: Two Elements, Infinite Visions featuring art that depicts water and water sports, is on display through Sept. 2. BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS 869 Stockton St., Ste. 1, Riverside, 855-1181. Eric Gillyard’s exhibit of new collage works, Vagaries of Fiction, is displayed through August. 2400 S. Third St., Ste. 201, Jax Beach. CoRK Arts District’s Crystal Floyd displays mixed media, terrariums and specialedition screen prints created with Bold Bean espresso mixed with the ink, through August. THE CULTURAL CENTER AT PONTE VEDRA BEACH 50 Executive Way, 280-0614, ccpvb.org. Big Cats and Wolves,
life-size paintings by Diane Travis, is on display through Aug. 15. FIRST STREET GALLERY 216-B First St., Neptune Beach, 241-6928, firststreetgalleryart.com. Painter Randy Pitts and glass artist Tracy Womack display their works through Sept. 2. LUFRANO INTERCULTURAL GALLERY 1 UNF Drive, Student Union, Southside, 620-2475. Indigenous bird paintings are on display in the exhibit Anthony Whiting: Florida’s Wild Birds, through Aug. 6. PLUM GALLERY 9 Aviles St., St. Augustine, 825-0069, plumartgallery.com. American Craftsmen, an exhibit of mixed-media sculptures, handcrafted furniture, stained glass and linocut prints by Nicola Barsaleau, Meagan Chaney Gumpert, Jessie Cook, Duke Darnold and Rachel deCuba, is on display through August. ROTUNDA GALLERY 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, 829-9721. An exhibit of black-and-white photographs from about 30 nonprofit organizations in St. Johns County is on display through Oct. 23. ST. AUGUSTINE ART ASSOCIATION 22 Marine St., 824-2310, staaa.org. Nature in all its forms and the wildlife that inhabit the great outdoors are celebrated in the fifth annual Nature and Wildlife Exhibition, on display through August. SOUTHLIGHT GALLERY 201 N. Hogan St., Ste. 100, Downtown, 553-6361, southlightgallery.com. The Augustines, an exhibit featuring the works of artists at St. Augustine’s Butterfield Garage, opens 6-9 p.m. Aug. 6 during First Wednesday Art Walk. It continues through Aug. 27. TONEVENDOR 81-D King St., St. Augusine. Neptune Beach’s Sean Mahan displays fine art prints as well as an original painting used as album artwork for St. Augustine band Telepathic Lines. The exhibit is displayed through August.
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ASTROLOGY
NIGHTSHADE, BOTOX, PAKISTANI PORN & CIRCUMCISION ARIES (March 21-April 19): Researchers in Peru have tracked down previously unknown varieties of wild cacao plants. That means there are exotic kinds of chocolate you and I have never known, and they’ll be commercially available in a few years. As delicious as your Chocolove XOXOX Extra Strong Dark candy bar may taste now, you’ll journey further into a new frontier of ecstatic delectability. Use this theme as a metaphor for the work ahead. It’s time to make good things even better, take fun diversions and transform them into experiences that engender transcendent bliss. Turn “yes” into “YESSSS!” TAURUS (April 20-May 20): At your next meal, imagine the food is filled with special nutrients that enhance courage. During the meal after that, pretend you’re ingesting ingredients to boost perceptiveness. The next time you snack, visualize your food as infused with elements to augment the amount of trust you have in yourself. Then you’ll be ready to carry out next week’s assignment: Use your imagination to pump up courage and perceptiveness as you carry out smart adventures you haven’t trusted yourself enough to try. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Leaves and berries of the deadly nightshade plant are highly poisonous. If ingested, they cause delirium and death. On the other hand, a drug obtained from the same plant is on the World Health Organization’s list of essential medicines. It’s helpful in treating illnesses from gastrointestinal and heart problems to Parkinson’s. Is there a metaphorical equivalent in your life? An influence that can either be sickening or healing, depending on various factors? Now is the time to be focused on ensuring the healing effect predominates. CANCER (June 21-July 22): A New York doctor offers a service he calls Pokertox. Jack Berdy injects Botox into poker players’ faces to make their expressions hard to read. With facial muscles paralyzed, they’re in no danger of betraying subtle emotional signals that might help opponents guess their strategy. There might be value in adopting a poker face when you’re trying to win at poker or other games. But for the foreseeable future, take the opposite approach. You’re likely to be successful if you reveal everything you feel. Let your face and eyes be eloquent. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): When we’re launching any big project, our minds hide the full truth about how difficult it will be. If we knew beforehand the tests we’d face, we might never try. Economist Albert Hirschman called this the principle of the “hiding hand.” It frees us to dive innocently into challenging work that may take longer than we thought and make us access new resources and creativity. What’s hidden are not only obstacles, but also unexpected assistance we get along the way. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The literal meaning of the Swedish word smultronställe is “wild strawberry patch.” Metaphorically, it refers to a special place that feels like your private sanctuary. It may be hard to find or unappreciated by others, but for you it’s a spot that inspires you to relax deeply. You may have had a life-changing epiphany there. When you’re there, you have a taste of what it’s like to feel at home in the world. Do you have a smultronställe? If not, time to find one. If you do, spend more time there next week.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If I’m reading astrological omens right, bells are about to ring for you. Festive lights will flash, celebratory anthems throb. It’s like you’re going to win a fortune on a TV quiz show; or get an A+ on your final exam; or be picked as homecoming king or queen. It’s possible I’m a bit off, and your success will be subtler. Maybe you’re about to accomplish the healing of the year, or discover the secret of the decade. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A teenage Pakistani boy decided he wanted to help his country’s government clean up the local Internet. Ghazi Muhammad Abdullah made a list of over 780,000 porn sites and sent it to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority. Big job! Hard work! I’d love you to summon similar levels of passion and diligence as you work on behalf of your favorite cause. The weeks ahead are prime time to get excited about changes you’d like to help create. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): As a journalist for the Papua New Guinea PostCourier, Simon Eroro wanted to interview a group of indigenous rebels in a remote jungle. He was willing to do what was necessary to get the big scoop. After a difficult journey through rough terrain, he was told he would be given the information he sought on one condition: that he be circumcised with bamboo sticks as part of a cleansing ritual. Eroro agreed, got the story and won a prize for his report. I don’t recommend you go quite that far in pursuit of your current goal. On the other hand, it’d be wise to consider making a sacrifice. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Kintsukuroi is a Japanese word that literally means “golden repair.” It refers to fixing cracked pottery with lacquer blended with actual gold or silver. Metaphorically, it suggests something may become more beautiful and valuable after it’s broken. The wounds and healing of the wounds are integral parts, not shameful distortions to be disguised or hidden. Does that sound like your current experience? Call this the kintsukuroi phase of your cycle. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Near the end of his career, painter Henri Matisse created a paper-cut composition, Le Bateau, or The Boat. It’s an abstract piece that does not depict a literal boat. That’s why the Museum of Modern Art in New York may be forgiven for mistakenly hanging it upside-down in 1961, upon first acquiring the piece. Fortunately, after a month and a half, a knowledgeable person noticed, and Le Bateau was corrected. Is a comparable phenomenon going on now? Is it possible a part of your life got inverted or transposed? If so, are you sharp enough to see the goof and brave enough to fix it? PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “I owe my success to having listened respectfully to the very best advice,” said British author G.K. Chesterton, “and then going away and doing the exact opposite.” In my astrological opinion, no one can possibly give you accurate counsel in the weeks ahead. Your circumstances are too unique, your dilemmas too idiosyncratic for experts to understand, let alone those who think they own a piece of you. It might be useful to hear what everyone has to say about your situation, though. Knowing their mistaken or uninformed perspectives helps you get clarity. Rob Brezsny freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com
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Jeff Mizanskey, 61, is a poster child for one well-known criticism of mandatory-minimum sentencing laws — that nonviolent marijuana users (and small-time sellers) may wind up doing decades of hard time and in fact more time than some sociopathic offenders serve for heinous offenses. Mizanskey is 20 years into a life sentence with no possibility of parole for several violations of Missouri’s “prior and persistent drug offender” law, and his only chance for freedom is a clemency plea now under consideration by Gov. Jay Nixon (and still opposed by Mizanskey’s prosecutor).
Werner Purkhart, who’s been running a “silent disco” in Salzburg, Austria, for four years, was denied renewal of his business permit in July, supposedly because his parties were too loud. At a silent disco, each dancer wears headphones to hear radio-transmitted music; to those without headphones, the roomful of swaying, swinging dancers is eerily quiet. Salzburg Mayor Heinz Schaden said it was still too loud. “The noise ... is keeping [the neighbors] up.”
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“The Chinese fondness for napping in odd places is a well-documented phenomenon, one that’s spawned a popular website and even a book,” wrote The Wall Street Journal
in a July dispatch. In a recent photo essay, a Getty Images photographer captured a series of shots of customers catching 40 winks in various furniture departments of IKEA stores, which officially does “not see it as a problem,” according to a spokesman. Maybe “we can sell an extra mattress or two.”
ALL IN THE FAMILY
Five siblings in a rural Turkish family near the Syrian border were discovered by researchers in 2005 to be natural, fluid quadruped walkers (hands and feet to the ground, rear ends up), which was then thought possibly to mark the first known “turnaround” in human evolution. However, the siblings were re-characterized by recent PLOS One journal research as merely accommodating a musculo-skeletal imbalance in the brain. Other members of the family have normal gaits, and the five quadrupeds show additional developmental issues.
AND CARRY A BIG …
Moscow Times reported the arrest of “Tomas” in Moscow in March for allegedly stealing a mobile phone, noting he was referred to adult court even though family members claim he’s only 13. Officials decided he must be at least 16, based on medical examination — especially “of his genitals.”
YER KILLIN’ ME!
In May, Turkey’s Hurriyet Daily News reported a 62-year-old man on an Istanbul TV dating show said he was just “an honest person looking for a new wife” — while casually mentioning he’d served two prison terms, one for murdering one wife and the other for murdering a girlfriend. “Bad luck always found me,” he said. “This time I’ll leave it to God.”
DRESSING ON THE SIDE
Alonzo Liverman, 29, was arrested in June in a Daytona Beach police sting on prostitutes’ johns. “I’m hungry,” was the female officer’s come-on. Responded Liverman, “I got a salad.” Even though no salad was found on Liverman, police determined the banter constituted a sufficient offer for paid sex. Chuck Shepherd weirdnews@earthlink.net
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BACKPAGE EDITORIAL
DID MAYOR BROWN SNUB THE SCLC?
The chair of the Jacksonville chapter wonders why an organization founded by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was excluded from the city’s celebration of the Civil Rights Act
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or the past three years, serious questions have lingered in the black community at large about Mayor Alvin Brown’s commitment to his base. It was the black community that turned out in excess of 90 percent in 2011. That point proved crucial in Brown’s election. Great hopes and expectations were raised with Brown’s inauguration. But actions speak louder than words, and the mayor’s actions have spoken volumes about his gratitude for winning an election with a margin of only 1,500 votes. On July 2, 2014, the mayor’s Human Rights Commission conducted the Jacksonville observation of the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act. Mayor Brown joined other keynote speakers, including U.S. District Judge Brian J. Davis, U.S. Rep. Corrine Brown and Supervisor of Elections Jerry Holland, among other leaders. The program featured Al Letson, psalmist Cheryl Harris and the presentation of awards to members of the Jacksonville branch of the NAACP. But it was the exclusion of other Civil Rights organizations from the city’s celebration that caused the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, political leaders, citizens and all concerned to question this hallmark and historical event. The outrage and outcry about the mayor’s Civil Rights celebration was loud, vast and inclusive. Some of these voices of protest, as posted on SCLC’s Facebook page and other Internet sites, are shared here: • Hazel Gillis, Duval County Democratic Black Caucus president: “The Duval County Democratic Black Caucus is also concerned that Dr. Martin Luther King’s SCLC was not included in the program. We are also disappointed in the short notice given for the program.” • Dennis Wade, past member of Jacksonville Human Rights Commission: “The Human Rights Commission most likely prepared this event and presented it to the mayor for approval. And when you have an African-American mayor, an AfricanAmerican JHRC chairwoman and an African-American JHRC executive director, the omission of the SCLC, Dr. King’s organization, from the program does not appear to be an oversight.” • Constance McCrary-House, citizen: “That’s so sad. SMH. You can’t celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act without memorializing the efforts of MLK and SCLC. They were the core of the Civil Rights struggle.”
• Sandra Dabney, citizen: “Mayor Brown has really disappointed me. I wonder if he is a sheep in wolves [sic] clothing.” • Renee Ward, citizen: “A sin and a shame.” • Glorious Johnson, past City Councilmember: “Can someone please tell me what Jerry Holland has done for the Civil Rights Movement? Have I missed something?“ The comments from City Councilman William Gulliford summarized all the points above: “It is a travesty and I am an old white guy. I can only imagine how incensed you are and others feel. I think this is very poor planning, and additionally, not very inclusive for a celebration that is supposed to recognize the importance of inclusion.”
“I think this is very poor planning, and additionally, not very inclusive for a celebration that is supposed to recognize the importance of inclusion.” The city’s Human Rights Commission executive director, Charlene Taylor Hill, wrote in response to the SCLC’s complaints that the event was “not intended to be exclusive, as the commission is aware that many others have made contributions since the 1960s.” She added, “Over the next few months, there will be several opportunities to recognize past accomplishments and to elevate the discussion in a meaningful way on resolving Civil Rights issues that are still before us.” My response to her letter read: “This program falls in line with the actions witnessed by all in the following city programs: Northwest Trust Fund situation, river taxi situation, moving the Gateway Supervisor of Elections office and the expiration of license agreement situation, just to name a few. The culmination of all strongly suggest that some directors and City Hall officials are comatose at the switch of leadership.” The executive director stated that she wanted to elevate “the discussion in a meaningful way on resolving Civil Rights issues that are still before us.” Some in our community sincerely believe that the HRC is a true obstacle to obtaining civil rights in Jacksonville. The real fact of the matter, and the honest truth
about civil rights in Jacksonville, is this: It has a long and dismal story of constant struggle. The Brotherhood of Firefighters and Minority Contractors is presently in federal court seeking a judgment for years of racial and economic injustice inflicted by the city. Far too many cases cannot get past the HRC, which grants the approval for legal standing to commence a constitutional fight against sexual harassment, racial and economic injustice. The dark cloud of racial and civil injustice and indifference is still present in Jacksonville today. We are surpassing the point of discussion, as stated by the executive director of the HRC. We must reconcile the economic and civil rights of our city now. The HRC is invited to join SCLC and the other civil rights organizations that are engaged today in Jacksonville, creating the actions for reconciliation in the areas of racial and economic injustice and violence that exist here. Mayor Alvin Brown’s administration has a supreme opportunity to do as Dr. King said: “Transform the jangling discords of our nation into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood.” This can only be accomplished by Brown providing strong, decisive political leadership, which includes clear, specific legislative action. This is not what we have today. Mayor Brown and the City Council are creating the present history of civil rights. There is currently a need for more minority supervisors in the 1,300-member fire department. That situation will get worse in the next two years, when the 1988 class of firefighters retires. Implementing the recommendations of the city’s task force on consolidation would be a great step forward. Reconciliatory leadership between the mayor and the City Council is necessary. The mayor and the council must forge a partnership to reverse the past institutional injustice that is embedded in our city. Together they must plot a positive path of civil and economic progress on which our children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren can build a future in which economic and civil justice exist for all. This city’s human rights celebration was not inclusive. Pastor R.L. Gundy provided the most profound and sobering evaluation of Jacksonville’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act by calling it “blatant disrespect.” We can and must do better. The city’s future is in our hands. Dr. Juan P. Gray, board chair, Jacksonville chapter, Southern Christian Leadership Conference mail@folioweekly.com
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