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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Marlene Dryden, Madeleine Peck Wagner, Brentley Stead, Chloe Emory, Caroline Trussell and Claire Goforth ABOUT THE COVER:

Waitress Heroine, oil on canvas, 30” x 22”, 1993 Collection of the Pamela Marwede, Sarasota, Florida This week’s cover is by Riverside-based artist Jeff Whipple. An award-winning multimedia artist and arts polymath, Whipple is (among other things) a painter, installation artist, playwright, video artist, arts writer and educator, currently teaching at the University of North Florida.

FEATURED FE EATURED ARTICLES

“100 NEW COPS”

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BY A.G. GANCARSKI Council Dems’ NO-WIN situation

THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING

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BY NICK McGREGOR LIL YACHTY flips the gangsta rap script with a fun, empowering message

DOUBLE VISION

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BY JOHN M. PHILLIPS Police should be held to the SAME STANDARDS as citizens

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FILM ART ARTS LISTING LIVE MUSIC CALENDAR PETS CROSSWORD

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RE: “Amelia Island’s Airport Soars,” Dave Scott, Aug. 2 I HAVE JUST READ DAVE SCOTT’S PIECE ON the marina and airport terminal in Fernandina Beach, and have a couple of quick comments. He overstates the wealth of the aircraft owners at the airport, at least the ones I know. I have a single-seat airplane and another airplane project that I’m rebuilding in my spare time. I also work 2-1/2 jobs to make that possible. Many of the other airport tenants are scrimping and saving to afford their airplane habit, too. Not many live in gated communities in the wealthy part of Amelia Island. I believe that gives us a lot in common with most boat owners who, too, are chasing their dreams … Another thing I believe we have in common– almost no one I know wants the terminal building project, either. The tenants I’ve spoken to all (yes, all!) think it’s a ridiculous, ill-advised waste of money. By my count, there are six people who want this project to continue–the city manager, the project manager, the new FBO and three city commissioners. Furthermore, a large portion of the funding was supposed to come from the new Fixed Based Operator–Eight Flags Aviation. Now, however, the city manager is willing to use almost all of the airport enterprise fund to pay for a portion the terminal, and the money that 8FA promised is no longer mentioned. One last thing–the design is ludicrous. It looks more like a miniature golf course escapee. I wonder if the propeller–should they ever build the nose–will spin and patrons will have to time their entrance so as to avoid the blades. Put another way, you can go to a hairdresser and get a stylish cut or a flaming pink Mohawk. Either one will get noticed, but which one gets you the attention a professional business would want? Keoki Gray via email

GOOD NEWS INSPIRES

RE: “Love Thyself,” Caroline Trussell, July 19 NICE ARTICLE BY CAROLINE TRUSSELL ON a man with a disability making something

of himself. We need more of these types of articles to motivate and inspire others to find their passion. Joe O’Conor via email

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C.Y.M. (COVER YOUR MAYOR)

RE: “Local Paper: Mayor Doing Everything Right,” Claire Goforth, July 26 THANK YOU FOR CALLING OUT THE FLORIDA Times-Union’s love affair with Mayor Curry. The constant air cover the T-U gives his Honor only gives him license to continue with some of the behavior you mentioned. I often question what the local government priorities would be if we had some valid oversight from our media. Geoffrey Klimas via email

IN ZIMMERMAN’S DEFENSE…

RE: “The Juice is Loose,” A.G. Gancarski, July 26 SAD (BUT NOT SURPRISED) TO SEE YOUR inclusion of George Zimmerman with O.J. “Juice” Simpson and Casey Anthony. Seems to me (according to his sworn statements to police and backed up by all the evidence), Zimmerman was ambushed by someone who was a known gangbanger wannabe. Who when safely within a few yards of his home, returns and attacks Zimmerman who was leaving the scene. Zimmerman having harmed no one, and on phone with 911 reporting observed suspected criminal behavior. Martin knocks Zimmerman to the ground, and begins beating his head on the curbside, then attempts (also backed up by evidence) to access Zimmerman’s firearm. Said gangbanger wannabe is shot dead in a clear case of self-defense. Yeah. Zimmerman is a real “child killer” alright [sic]. Why is the unprovoked attack on Zimmerman and the curbside beat-down always ignored in this case? T.H. Bunner via email

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BRICKBATS + BOUQUETS BOUQUETS TO FIFTH THIRD BANK For the July 21 Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp home game, Fifth Third Bank committed to donate a dollar for every attendee and $5,300 every time our favorite crustaceans struck out a player. Based on 5,898 fans in the stands and 13 strikeouts, the bank donated nearly $75,000 to Stand Up To Cancer, a charitable program that funds cancer research and works to accelerate the process of implementing new treatments for the terrible, deadly disease. BRICKBATS TO GCS CITY COUNCIL In a move best described as “ignoring the will of the people,” on Aug. 1, the Green Cove Springs City Council unanimously voted to extend the moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries for six more months. As Clay Today reports, 74 percent of the county approved legalizing medical marijuana. Nevertheless, one councilor even suggested that despite the fact there are sick people in town who’d benefit from the medicinal herb, it’s OK to ban it in GCS ’cause they can just drive to Fleming Island. S’pose epileptic kids and terminally ill folks in GCS should cross their fingers that Fleming Island doesn’t ban it, too. BOUQUETS TO USGBC FLORIDA The U.S. Green Building Council Florida has long had our backs on sustainability, but a recent project is nothing short of groundbreaking. USGBC has partnered with Eco Relics and Norsk Tiny Houses to build the first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified tiny home in the U.S., perhaps even the world. Construction of the cutting-edge sustainable tiny home kicks off this month at Eco Relics. Over the next few months, the project will be documented via 24/7 webcam, photos, social media, blogs and more, so you can follow along and get inspired. DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO DESERVES A BOUQUET? HOW ABOUT A BRICKBAT? Send submissions to mail@folioweekly.com; 50 word maximum, concerning a person, place, or topic of local interest. AUGUST 9-15, 2017 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | 5

THE CARIBBEAN BY WAY OF VALDOSTA

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YAMADEO Calling themselves reggae-rockers, four college friends started

making music together at Valdosta State University in 2009. Since then, they’ve been building a quite a following in Georgia and Florida. With elements of funk, Motown, metal, rock and rap, this is easy-going, upbeat party music … perfect for the long nights at summer’s end. Yamadeo plays 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 at Surfer the Bar, 200 N. First St., Jax Beach, surferthebar.com.

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POINTED & PROVOCATIVE INGRID YUZLY

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MATHURIN

Her installation/endurance piece Rebirth, featuring a gold-painted African-American woman inside of a coffin-like box, was the centerpiece of the January 2017 More Perfect Union show at Space Gallery. And most of Mathurin’s work is like this: existing at the intersection of art and activism. She hosts an open studio event, featuring new works, Haitian food and DJ Mas Appeal, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 at The Art Center Cooperative, 229 N. Hogan St., Downtown, yuzly.com.

THE FAIRYTALE IS OVER (SORTA) INTO THE WOODS

Witches are forever throwing shade (and curses). In this musical, a neighborhood witch forces a childless baker and his wife to procure magical ingredients for a particularly potent spell. As the baker tries (with varying degrees of luck) to fulfill the bargain he’s made, time marches on, and familiar fairytales are beset with the typical challenges of growing families and dull marriages. The musical is staged 7:30 p.m. Friday & Saturday, Aug. 11 & 12, $15-$20 at Amelia Musical Playhouse, 1955 Island Walkway, Fernandina, ameliamusicalplayhouse.com.

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LEGENDARY FEMINIST ICON WOMEN UNITE: A CONVERSATION WITH DOROTHY PITMAN HUGHES

Co-founder of Ms. Magazine and the Women’s Action Alliance, professor and lecturer, businesswoman and human rights activist, Hughes shares her decades of experience as she discusses race, gender and class. If progressive politics and social justice are important to you, this event is not to be missed. Hughes appears 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13 at Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center, 102 MLKing Ave., St. Augustine, womensmarchfl.org/st-augustine.html. 6 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 9-15, 2017

COLLECTORS COLLECT A COLLECTOR’S EYE: CELEBRATING JOSEPH JEFFERS DODGE

Known affectionately in the art community as “Jerry,” Joseph Jeffers Dodge was among the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens’ first curators. He was incredibly generous with his gifts to the museum, which underscores his own artistic interests (female nudes and landscapes); the museum is especially proud of several pieces, including a Palma Giovane (Italian Renaissance), a Charles-Louis Clérisseau gouache and a nude study by André Lhote. The works display through Feb. 4 at the museum, 829 Riverside Ave., cummermuseum.org.

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FOLIO VOICES : FIGHTIN’ WORDS A SURPRISINGLY CONTROVERSIAL PROPOSAL in Lenny Curry’s new budget: adding 100 new cops to the next fiscal year’s budget. Mad caveats on that number, though; it’s more likely that 60 to 80 cops can be trained next year, and there of course will be attrition. But Curry has promised to restore force attrition since before he became mayor. And, bolstered by restructuring pension debt, he’s able to do it. Curry, ironically, is not facing the most pressure on this. The most political pressure right now is borne by African-American Democrats from Districts 7 through 10. They are the majority on the finance committee, and definitely need the endorsement of the public safety unions. However, advocating for the proposal has proved to be tough sledding for them, as activist groups have pushed back. We’ve seen it in council chambers in recent weeks—a fortnight ago, and last week in finance committee, when youthful progressives stepped to the mic and asked the councilors, in so many words, if they understood why a significant subset of the local population believes that “more cops on the street” equals “more police brutality” or “more deaths by cop.” The aforementioned councilors hewed to the mayor’s talking points. Then, at a town hall discussing The Rev. Darien Bolden’s recent traffic stop for overly tinted windows which ended up with a cop pulling a gun on him, they had to break off. Councilors Reggie Gaffney, Katrina Brown and Garrett Dennis committed to support “diversity training” for officers, and vowed to hold Sheriff Mike Williams accountable when the JSO budget comes up for discussion this Thursday. Also floated: the possibility of moving some money earmarked for reserves to projects in the community (a proposal that will not go over with the mayor’s office, which recognizes the need for reserves). Not too long ago, there was a push for a citizens’ review board. That was also brought up at the town hall. Councilmembers Brown (both Katrina and Reggie) were informed that council has no mechanism to impose such a thing, in part because the sheriff is constitutionally elected, in part because such a body would therefore lack subpoena power, and in part because the police union would roll any pol who pushed too hard for a CRB. While the inability to get a CRB through was a real setback, it doesn’t mean that other things can’t be changed on the legislative level locally to—perhaps—improve relationships between the community and local law enforcement.

City council is uniquely suited to change the way law enforcement relates to those who exist only as subjects of government, who don’t know the game, who believe—perhaps with reason—that they’ve spent their entire lives being jobbed by one agent of the state apparatus or another, so it’s inevitable they’ll be stopped, frisked, searched and questioned. I don’t generally worry about this stuff. I’m an old white dude, a professional bullshit artist, and the world is made for folks like me (except inasmuch as there is one vowel too many in my last name). But the people who do complain? They have reason to worry. They’ve seen government’s backhand. For many of them, mass incarceration isn’t an academic trope to bemoan on Twitter; it’s the thing that wrecks families, that leaves kids to be raised by overworked grandmas. They are the ultimate fuel in the economy of the carceral state, one that rewards stockholders in such companies as CoreCivic and the GEO Group, and more provisionally rewards those hicks in the sticks who work in the prisons until something goes wrong—with them or with the gig—they’re then spat out and soon forgotten, in a pauper’s grave. For some folks, prison is an investment opportunity, or a job. For the on-again, off-again inmates, it’s the curse that dooms generations. So when they hear “100 more cops,” they hear “more aggressive policing” and “more chances to be rung up on some BS.” That’s true of both the Jacksonville Progressive Coalition types who highlighted city council discussions, and of the preachers who made similar points in a different context last week at that town hall in a Springfield church. The question going forward for lawmakers, especially those Democrats representing districts that get the lion’s share of friction between cops and citizens: How can laws be changed to abate that tension? And how far will they go in that dialogue? I talked to Sheriff Williams, who said that a force addition would help with community policing. Councilwoman Katrina Brown was more skeptical, saying more cops won’t “make citizens feel better,” but that increased “transparency” will. The question, of course, is how to get there. Can council drive “transparency”? If so, how? A.G. Gancarski mail@folioweekly.com

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COPS” Council Dems’ NO-WIN situation

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FROM THE EDITOR

THE THIN

REDMAP Fair districts are the law in Florida … BUT WILL IT LAST?

THE AMERICAN DEMOCRACY IS MORE vulnerable than ever. For many years, one of the fundamental rights guaranteed by our system of government has been under siege: the right to vote and to have that vote count. Voter ID laws are among the scurrilous ways with which some infringe upon this right. Unconstitutional and un-American as voter ID laws often are, their impact pales in comparison to that of gerrymandering. According to Gallup Polls, more voters identify as Democrat than Republican. Yet Republicans control the White House, both houses of Congress, most state legislatures, governorships and many town councils, too. So why are we seeing so much red? ’Cause the Republican Party has mastered the dark art of drawing district maps that favor its candidates with such precision that it has essentially hijacked our democracy. They don’t even pretend otherwise. They call it RedMap, shorthand for Redistricting Majority Project. In part thanks to #FloridaMan and #FloridaWoman, here in the Land of the Mouse, we are accustomed to being on the leading edge of nearly everything that’s wrong in this country. If you don’t believe me, Google “Florida leads the nation in”; you’ll see a whole host of results like “deaths caused by lightning,” “fraud, ID theft,” “boating accidents” and “new HIV cases.” (Folks may be sick, dying and getting scammed, but the most important thing is that we’re leading in “job growth,” right, Governor Rick Scott?) Happily, one area in which Florida does not lead the nation, at least not any longer, is gerrymandering. And it’s all thanks to voters like you and the efforts of some dedicated folks who would not, could not, accept the status quo of unfair representation in government. I recently got to pick the brain of Miami attorney Ellen Freidin, one of the champions of democracy whose efforts culminated in the successful ballot initiative in 2010 that amended the state constitution to outlaw drawing districts to favor a political party or incumbent. Freidin is also one of the speakers at the upcoming TEDxJacksonville talks. Freidin put the threat gerrymandering poses to democracy in the simplest terms. “It takes away the citizens’ right to choose their representative, and it essentially decides the election before elections are even held, before qualifying.” After voters approved the amendment, the battle was far from over, however. Subsequently, the Republican Party created a district map that would maintain its advantage, which it surreptitiously submitted through a public portal. “Our legislature actually worked very hard to violate those laws and … keep it from the public,” Freidin said.

It was a sneaky, shady, underhanded effort to circumvent the will of the voters. And it almost worked. It took four years of litigation, but eventually the map was thrown out. “We were able to prove in court that the legislative leadership actually developed a scheme to circumvent the Florida Constitution and hide it from the public, and they did it by hiring Republican consultants to draw maps which were vetted at the highest level in Washington,” Freidin said. (It bears mention that Democrats are not innocent of partisan gerrymandering in states they control. But, like trending on social media for photo ops in which every single person looks as if they’ve been carved from cream cheese, Republicans are much better at it.) After the November elections, some Floridians were confused. With anti-

gerrymandering the law of the land, many had expected Democrats to, at long last, gain some serious ground in the state legislature. Instead, they picked up one measly seat. Certainly the Trump effect (similar to diarrhea, except it’s of the mouth) is in part to blame. But so is history. “Florida had been a one-party state for so long that the Democratic Party doesn’t really have a bench,” Freidin said. See, reversing long-term disadvantages does not occur overnight; rather, it takes years to work through the cast of incumbents, who statistically are more likely to keep their seats, and to groom and train future candidates for higher office through local party systems, while simultaneously fighting off efforts of politicians, the governor, special interest groups and others to undermine fair districts.

Advocates are also closely following the recently reconvened state Constitutional Revision Commission. At least one of the legislative leaders who appointed members has said he wants to “fix” redistricting, according to Freidin. That kind of language makes fair districts supporters’ spidey senses get all kinds of tingly. Partisan gerrymandering is a national problem so pervasive that the U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a Wisconsin case about it next term, which will be a rare second time it considers a single issue in just over a decade. But no matter what it decides, if Florida is an example, we cannot take our eyes off whoever draws district maps for a second. Our democracy depends on it. Claire Goforth claire@folioweekly.com • @ClaireNJax

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FOLIO VOICES : NEWSENSE

TOURISTS FLOCKING TO FLORIDA ...and not because of RAPPERS or RACERS

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TOURISM IN FLORIDA IS BOOMING, particularly in Northeast Florida. Hotel occupancy is up throughout Duval, St. Johns and Nassau counties, and tourists are dumping record-breaking buckets of money hereabouts, reported the tourist development agencies in those three counties last week. The out-of-town big-spenders dropped a record $57.79 million in Nassau County alone in the past six months. That’s $52.79 million more than President James Monroe paid Spain for the entire state a few years back. However, when inflation is factored in, that $5 million price tag today is about the same as the cost of a discounted three-night stay in a suite at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island. If I were the King of Spain, I’d have my accounting department submit a revised invoice with a note to the U.S. Treasury, declaring: “During a routine audit of our accounts receivable department, we discovered a serious error in our sale of Florida invoice and, after factoring in interest and inflation, it appears you owe us a full week’s stay at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island.” So what’s causing these tourists to visit and spend so freely? Nassau County’s Gil Langley, president of the Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau, credits the increases to new marketing programs targeting folks from way, way up north, e.g., Bangor and the Klondike. He says people with deep pockets from Germany, the U.K. and Canada are also getting the message and heading here with wallets full of euros, pounds and loonies, which they need to exchange for dollars at the airport because nobody here accepts pounds, euros or loonies. My Fernandina Beach PJD’s Beer & Wine Garden focus group indicates that people come here because it’s hot, and where they live, it’s cold. They prefer hot. They also come because they want to see alligators, drink cocktails decorated with little umbrellas, and leer at buxom gals in tiny bikinis on the beach. According to my focus group, they didn’t come here because of rapper Pitbull, or because they glimpsed a “Visit Florida” logo on a race car, or saw a Jaguars “home” game in London. Even Governor Rick Scott, who had a career in healthcare, not tourism, before deciding to be a governor, understood that rappers do not attract moneyed tourists. So he cleaned house when he discovered that rapper Pitbull, whose musical message is about doing drugs, partying and having sex, had been named a “Florida ambassador” by Visit Florida to the tune of one million taxpayer bucks. Hiring Pitbull to publicize our state was like creating a jingle saying: “Come to Florida, we have it all—hurricanes, sinkholes, sharks, poisonous snakes, the Zika virus and more.” And the demographic these Visit Florida

“tourism experts” were targeting had already spent all its cash on tattoos, piercings and pot. Florida House Speaker Richard Corcoran (R-Land O’Lakes), also has a better grasp on what attracts tourists here than the confused Visit Florida folks. Corcoran recently forced that agency to cancel a $2.875 million contract to an organization called the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship for a season of racing a “Visit Florida Car” in touristrich sites such as Braselton, Georgia, Watkins Glen, New York and Salinas, California. In an obvious understatement, Corcoran said: “Visit Florida has heard us loud and clear and we are beginning the process of cleaning up their act and ceasing the waste of taxpayer money.” Maybe the unemployed Visit Florida racecar driver can apply to be a “hotdogger,” a term used for drivers of the Oscar Meyer Wienermobile, a vehicle successfully used to market products. Speaking of advertising on racecars, I’ve often wondered how many women— after watching a NASCAR event with a car painted to resemble a box of Tide detergent—race to the store to snap up that stuff ? Probably the same number that up in Bemidji, Minnesota turned to their husbands or boyfriends and said: “Honey, Pitbull just put me in the mood to run stoned and naked through the Minnesota Vikings’ locker room and then go to Florida.” Now that we’re shed of Pitbull and the racecar, there’s still the London-based kickball team—the Fulham Football Club—that was to cost Florida taxpayers about $1.25 million annually to sponsor. Last week, the Florida Times-Union reported that Visit Florida pulled the sponsorship plug. However, those news items failed to say how much of the sponsorship was yanked. I tried to find out how much funding was being pulled, but five phone calls and four emails to different PR people at Visit Florida have thus far gone unanswered. Apparently I’ve discovered another Visit Florida area where the state could save taxpayer money. Of course the Fulham Club football sponsorship may be a bigger challenge than dumping racers and rappers, since the English team is owned by Governor Scott financial supporter Shad Khan who also owns the hapless Jacksonville Jaguars. Is Gov. Scott, who’ s eyeballing a 2018 U.S. Senate race, running interference on Khan’s behalf ? Or is he willing to take a hit for the taxpayer team? Dave Scott davidnscott@bellsouth.net _____________________________________ Scott is a former newspaper reporter and retired corporate and agency public relations professional. He blogs at davescottblog.com.

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BARBECUE JOINTS & STEAKHOUSES THE BANK BAR B Q & BAKERY

BY DINING GUIDE BY CUISINE

art by Jeff Whipple; see page 4 for more info

Recently moved to Herschel Street, CHOMP CHOMP still churns out innovative dishes—like curry Chomp chips!—for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday.

If it’s true, as they say, that variety is the spice of life, then Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia circa 2017 ought to come with a warning like the one on the side of a McDonald’s™ coffee cup: “CAUTION: Contents Totally Rocking the Epicurean World.”

As we were putting together our 2017 BITE by BITE Dining Guide by Cuisine, the sheer volume of choices—especially newly opening restaurants—nearly put us off our feed. (As if.) From St. Simons Island to the Matanzas Bay, the types and styles of cuisine are, well, more than a mouthful. From good ol’ ’Merican ball park hot dogs to the most delicate and inspired of culinary masterpieces, including all kinds of exotic and ethnic delights, you can likely find it all in your neighborhood. So sit back, relax, and settle in for a second helping of our near-legendary dining guide. Just one thing, though: Keep your elbows off the freakin’ table, aight? 12 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 9-15, 2017

INSIDE

[18] fresh, local & on your plate

Some of the best restaurants in town are cooking with goodies from your friendly local FARMERS, BUTCHERS & ARTISANS [ BY JULIA NEWTON ]

[24] science scoops

Local couple adds futuristic spin to ICE CREAM [ BY JULIA NEWTON ]

[36] ethical & edible

Community Loaves’ good vibes, BETTER FOOD [ BY MADELEINE PECK WAGNER ]

331 W. Forsyth St., Downtown, 388-1600, thebankbbq.com With 28 years’ experience under their aprons, the folks here do barbecue right. Onsite bakery, specialty cakes. $ TO L & D M-F THE BEARDED PIG SOUTHERN BBQ & BEER GARDEN 1224 Kings Ave., San Marco, 619-2247, thebeardedpigbbq.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist This barbecue joint offers Southern-style BBQ, like brisket, pork, chicken, sausage, beef–veggie platters, too. The patio is an afternoon delight. $$ BW K TO L D Daily BIG OAK BBQ & CATERING 1948 Henley Rd., Middleburg, 214-3041 1440 Dunn Ave., Westside, 757-2225, bigoakbbqfl.com Family-owned-and-operated barbecue joints have smoked chicken, pulled pork, ribs, all kinds of sides and something called “stumps,” which, since some of us here at Folio Weekly headquarters are at least one-quarter Southern, sounds damn good. $$ K TO L D M-Sa 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 1275 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 731 Duval Station Rd., Northside, 551-4241 5229 Jammes Rd., Westside, 900-3259 2640 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 211, Middleburg, 282-4288 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 60-plus years. Folio Weekly readers have repeatedly picked Bono’s as the best barbecue place in our annual Best of Jax readers’ poll, with baby back ribs, barbecue salad and chicken breast sandwiches among the faves. $ FB K TO L D Daily CAPTAIN STAN’S SMOKEHOUSE 700 Bedell Ave., Woodbine, GA, 912-729-9552 Barbecue, sides, hot dogs, burgers, desserts. Captain’s Special is a large baked potato stuffed with Boston butt, cheese, butter and sour cream. Whew! Dine in or out on picnic tables. $$ FB K TO L & D W-Sa COTTEN’S BAR-B-QUE 2048 Rogero Rd., Arlington, 743-1233 Fred Cotten Jr. offers his family’s pit-cooked barbecue items, with legendary sauces made in-house from original recipes. Cotten’s moderately priced selections are served in a casual atmosphere. $$ K TO L D M-Sa CROSS CREEK 850 S. Lane Ave., Westside, 783-9579, crosscreeksteakhouse.com The casual place has steaks, ribs, burgers, Mayport shrimp, sandwiches and combos and from the pit: brisket, chicken, pork, turkey and “burnt ends” (our fave!). $$ FB L D Daily GATORS BBQ 8083 Baymar St., Westside, 683-4941, gatorsbbq.net It’s the good kind of gator–this spot serves awardwinning barbecue pork, chicken, ribs, turkey and sausage. $ BW K TO L D M-Sa JACK’S BBQ 691 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 460-8100 It’s lured regulars and locals in for six-plus decades. The bait? A real pit barbecue, a Tiki bar, a large wood deck, a stage and a small swimming pool. $ FB TO L D Daily JENKINS QUALITY BARBECUE 2025 Emerson St., Southside, 346-3770 830 N. Pearl St., Downtown, 353-6388 5945 New Kings Rd., Northside, 765-8515, jenkinsqualitybarbecue.com For 60 years now, family-owned Jenkins has served some great down-home barbecue. Slather sauce on a whole chicken or a basket of crinkle-cut fries. All three Jenkins spots have a convenient drive-thru. $ TO L D Daily (Northside & Southside closed Su) MOJO BAR-B-QUE 1607 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 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

Brothers Larry and Mitch Raikes began LARRY’S GIANT SUBS here in Jax, setting high standards right from the start. For 35-plus years, they’ve been piling ’em high at their many locations all over Northeast Florida—this one’s on the Southside. MOJO KITCHEN BBQ PIT & BLUES BAR 1500 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 247-6636, mojobbq.com 2016 Best of Jax winner The barbecue joints, all over the area, offer pulled pork, Carolina-style barbecue, chicken-fried steak and Delta fried catfish. A wide bottled beer selection and full bar are available. Avondale’s Mojo No. 4 also has shrimp & grits and specialty cocktails. $$ FB K TO B L D Daily MONROE’S SMOKEHOUSE BAR-B-Q 4838 Highway Ave., Westside, 389-5551 10771 Beach Blvd., Southside, 996-7900, monroessmokehousebbq.com Monroe’s in-demand smoked meats include wings, pulled pork, brisket, turkey and ribs. Homestyle sides include green beans, baked beans, mac-ncheese and collards. $$ K TO L M-Sa; D F THE PIG BAR-B-Q 450102 S.R. 200, Callahan, 879-0101 14985 Old St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 108, Bayard, 374-0393 1330 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 170, Orange Park, 213-9744 9760 Lem Turner Rd., Northside, 765-4336 5456 Normandy Blvd., 783-1606, Westside, thepigbarbq.com The popular fourth-generation barbecue place has been family-owned for 60-plus years, serving all manner of barbecued meats and sides. The signature item is mustard-based “pig sauce.” $ BW K TO B, L D Daily

BITE by BITE LISTING KEY Average Entrée Cost: $ = Less than $10 $$ = $10-$20 $$$ = $20-$35 $$$$ = $35 & up Bite Club = Hosted FREE FW Bite Club Event

BW = Beer/Wine FB = Full Bar K = Kids’ Menu TO = Take Out B = Breakfast Br = Brunch L = Lunch D = Dinner

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE 1201 Riverplace Blvd., Southbank, 396-6200 814 A1A, Ste. 103, Ponte Vedra, 285-0014, ruthschris.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist A consistent Best of Jax winner for Best Steaks, Ruth’s Chris serves Midwestern custom-aged U.S. prime beef, cooked in 1,800°F broilers. Fresh seafood, live Maine lobster and an extensive selection of wines are also on the menu. Reservations suggested. $$$$ FB D Nightly SONNY’S REAL PIT BAR-B-Q 1720 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 824-3220 2720 S.R. 16, St. Augustine, 824-3315 12485 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 288-7928 1976 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 272-4606 1923 S. Lane Ave., Westside, 786-0081 4434 Blanding Blvd., Westside, 777-0730 5097 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 737-4906 12719 Atlantic Blvd., Arlington, 220-9499 10840 Harts Rd., Northside, 751-4225, sonnysbbq.com For nearly 50 years, Sonny’s has been a Northeast Florida favorite. Beef, pork, chicken and ribs are cooked in a wood-fired pit, and sides include Vidalia onion rings, corn nuggets, potato salad, barbecue beans and coleslaw. AYCE specials daily. $ BW K TO L D Daily STICKY FINGERS 13150 City Station Dr., Northside, 309-7427 8129 Point Meadows Way, 493-7427, stickyfingers.com The Memphis-style smokehouse slow-smokes meats over aged hickory wood. Award-winning ribs, barbecue, rotisserie-smoked chicken. HH weekdays. $$ FB K TO L D Daily TEXAS ROADHOUSE 550 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 213-1000, texasroadhouse.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist

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Just over the Bridge of Lions on Anastasia Island, GYPSY CAB CO. has been serving award-winning Urban Cuisine since 1983.

<<< FROM PREVIOUS Your server doesn’t look like Dalton, but after you dig into the steaks, ribs, seafood and chops, you won’t care. The atmosphere’s casual and familyfriendly. It’s the kind of place where you just feel like one of the gang. Daily specials, daily HH, icecold beer and legendary margaritas. $ FB L D Daily WOODPECKER’S BACKYARD BBQ 4930 S.R. 13, St. Augustine, 531-5670, woodpeckersbbq.weebly.com The barbecue is smoked fresh daily. Brisket, ribs, pork, sausage, turkey available in sandwiches, plates by the pound. Eight sauces, 10 sides. $$ TO L D Tu-Su 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 8540 Argyle Forest Blvd., Argyle, 772-7675 226 Solana Rd., Ste. 1, Palm Valley, 280-1110 1301 N. Orange Ave., Green Cove Springs, 284-1014 474323 S.R. 200, Yulee, 206-4046, woodys.com The regional favorite offers barbecue plates, barbecue salads and pulled pork sandwiches. Lunch and dinner specials, and several AYCE specials. A seniors’ discount is available at some locations. $ BW K TO L D Daily

BRITISH & IRISH CUISINE ANN O’MALLEY’S DELI & PUB

23 Orange St., St. Augustine, 825-4040, annomalleys.com Across from Old City Gates, the pub has a casual menu of soups, salads and sandwiches–favorites include the Reuben and chicken salad. Dine inside or on the porch. Irish beers on tap. $ 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 serves burgers and sandwiches plus Irish faves, like fish & chips and

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bangers & mash. More than 70 beers and wines are served, including 10 on draft daily. Dine indoors or out on the deck. $$ BW K L D Daily THE BRITISH PUB 213 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 810-5111 The place offers darts and serves ale, beer and wine, as well as traditional meat pies, Cornish pasties and sausage rolls. Authentic British food and candies available at the shop within. $$ FB D Nightly CULHANE’S IRISH PUBLIC HOUSE 967 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 249-9595, culhanesirishpub.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Bite Club certified An upscale Irish pub and restaurant owned and managed by four sisters from County Limerick, Ireland. The menu includes favorites like shepherd’s pie and corned beef, and the gastropub menu reaches new culinary heights. $$ FB K R Sa & Su; L F-Su; D Nightly DONOVAN’S IRISH PUB 7440 U.S. 1 N., Ste. 108, St. Augustine, 829-0000, donovansirishpub.com The spot features a mix of classic Irish entrées and traditional American dinners, plus appetizers and pub grub, Irish beers and whiskeys. $$ FB K L D Daily FIONN MacCOOL’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT Jax Landing, Ste. 176, 2 Independent Dr., 374-1547, fionnmacs.com The popular pub offers casual dining with an uptown Irish atmosphere, serving fish and chips, Guinness lamb stew and black-and-tan brownies. Reuben spring rolls–’nuff said. $ FB K L D Daily THE KING’S HEAD BRITISH PUB 6460 U.S. 1 N., St. Augustine, 823-9787, kingsheadbritishpub.com Owner Ann Dyke and her family serve British draught beers and cider in 20-ounce Imperial pints in an authentic pub. Cornish pasties, and fish & chips. North of the airport; look for the red double-decker bus in front. $$ FB K L D Daily LYNCH’S IRISH PUB 514 N. First St., Jax Beach, 249-5181, lynchsirishpub.com 2016 Best of Jax winner A Beaches landmark, the popular pub has corned beef & cabbage, shepherd’s pie, and fish & chips. There’s a vast selection of imported and domestic draft beers on tap. $$ FB TO L D Daily MEEHAN’S IRISH PUB & SEAFOOD HOUSE 20 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 810-1923, meehansirishpub.com The pub, just south of the old fort, has 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 MULLIGANS PUB 45 PGA Tour Blvd., Ponte Vedra, 285-1506, mulliganspubpontevedra.com

The Irish pub, at Hilton Garden Inn, offers a variety of favorites and Irish dishes. And Guinness, of course! $$ FB B L D Daily O’LOUGHLIN PUB 6975 A1A S., St. Augustine, 429-9715 The popular family-owned-and-operated Irish pub and restaurant serves authentic fish & chips, shepherd’s pie, corned beef & cabbage and bangers & mash. Duck wings are a fave. $$ FB K TO L D Daily

CAFÉS, DELIS & SANDWICH SPOTS

AKEL’S DELICATESSEN 50 N. Laura St., Ste. 125, Downtown, 446-3119 21 W. Church St., Downtown, 665-7324 12926 Gran Bay Pkwy. W., Mandarin, 880-2008 245 Riverside Ave., Ste. 195, 791-3336, akelsdeli.com The New York-style deli offers freshly made fare–create from the extensive menu, or order a specialty sandwich: subs (Three Wise Guys, Champ, The Godfather), burgers, gyros, wraps, desserts, vegetarian dishes, full breakfast menu and signature salad dressings. $ K TO B L M-F 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 local seafood, veggies and meats. $$ TO B Sa; L Tu-Su; D Su BAGEL LOVE 4114 Herschel St., Ste. 121, Avondale, 634-7253, bagellovejax.com 2016 Best of Jax winner The locally-owned-and-operated spot offers Northern-style bagels, a variety of cream cheeses, sandwiches, wraps, subs and bakery items, as well as fresh-squeezed lemonade, coffees and teas. $ K TO B L Daily THE BREAD & BOARD 1030 Oak St., Riverside, 862-6992, thebreadandboard.com This newish spot serves massive sandwiches, meat, cheese or vegetable boards, large plates, fresh breads, craft beers, wine and natural sodas. Ingredients are locally sourced when possible; vegetable sides can be oven and fire-roasted. Specialty infused tea and coolers can be enjoyed on an outside patio–and your pooch is welcome there, too. HH M-F. $$ BW K TO L D M-Sa BRIGHT MORNINGS BISTRO & CAFE 105 Third St. S., Fernandina Beach, 491-1771, brightmornings.us The delightful café offers breakfast sandwiches, bowls, burgers, lunches and sandwiches. Indoor/ outdoor dining; dog-friendly backyard. $ TO B R L Th-Tu BROADWAY DELI & GRILL 9545 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 880-6091

Family-owned-and-operated; 20-plus years, serving fresh homestyle fare, made to order. Known for chicken salad, tabouli, steak-n-sacks. $ B L M-Sa CAFÉ KARIBO 27 N. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 277-5269, cafekaribo.com In a historic building, the family-owned café serves worldly fare, including made-fromscratch dressings, sauces and desserts, in support of local purveyors and sourcing fresh greens, veggies and seafood. Dine inside or al fresco on the new shaded outdoor dining area. Microbrew Karibrew Pub offers beer brewed onsite, imports, full bar. $$ FB K TO R, Su; L Daily, D Tu-Sa in season CHAMBLIN’S UPTOWN 215 N. Laura St., Downtown, 674-0870, chamblinbookmine.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Breakfast sandwiches made with fresh Healthy Bagel bagels and croissants, unique lunch wraps, homemade soups, desserts, weekly specials. Read ’em and eat. Vegan/vegetarian fare, too. $ BW TO B L Daily CLARA’S TIDBITS RESTAURANT 1076 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 396-0528, tidbitsfood.com For 25-plus years, this spot has specialized in good food served in a friendly atmosphere, with popular lunch items like chicken salad and avocado sandwiches. Delivery available. $ TO L M-F TIDBITS EXPRESS 8535 Baymeadows Rd., 516-4144, clarastidbits.com The little spot serves the same items as Tidbits. Place your order at a terminal–but there are real people if you need assistance. $ TO L M-Sa COOL MOOSE CAFE & BISTRO 2708 Park St., Riverside, 381-4242, coolmoosecafe.net The New England-style café has a full breakfast menu, classic sandwiches, wraps and soups, and brunch all day Sun. Beer, wine and an extensive gourmet coffee selection are available. $$ BW B L Tu-Sa; R Su THE CUMMER CAFÉ Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, 829 Riverside Ave., 356-6857, cummer.org 2016 Best of Jax winner Light lunch, quick bites, locally roasted coffee, espresso-based beverages, homemade soups, sandwiches, gourmet desserts, daily specials. Dine indoors or in the museum’s gardens. $ BW K L D Tu; L W-Su EVERYTHING BAGEL 176 S.R. 312, St. Augustine, 819-9282, everythingbagelstaugustine.com New York-style bagels, breads, desserts and baked goods are made fresh. Coffees, cappuccinos, lattes,

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS espresso drinks and thick sandwiches and soups are served. $ TO B L Tu-Su FIRST COAST DELI & GRILL 6082 St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 733-7477 Traditional diner fare: oversized pancakes and bacon, sandwiches, salads, wings and burgers. $ K TO B L Daily HOT SHOT BAKERY & CAFE 47 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 417-0388, hotshotbakery.com Freshly baked items, coffees and handcrafted breakfast and lunch sandwiches as well as Datil B. Good hot sauces and Datil pepper products. $ BW TO Cordova open daily; TO Granada M-Sa THE LOCAL 4578 San Jose Blvd., Lakewood, 683-8063, thelocaljax.com With an emphasis on giving the customer healthful fare disguised as delicious food, this new spot serves innovative items for breakfast and lunch, along with some serious caffeine. Espressos, iced coffee drinks, lattes, cappuccinos and chai drinks are served. Start the day with housemade sangria, Bellinis and mimosas; later, choose from a wide variety of beers and local wines. $ BW K TO B L Daily OLIO MARKET 301 E. Bay St., Downtown, 356-7100, oliomarket.com Made-from-scratch 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 Best Sandwich in America. Open late for First Wednesday Art Walk. $$ BW TO B R L M-F; D F-Sa THE ORIGINAL CAFÉ ELEVEN 501 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 460-9311, originalcafe11.com The former convenience store serves coffee drinks, vegetarian meals and meaty Southern comfort dishes. $ FB B L D Daily PINEGROVE MEAT MARKET & DELI 1511 Pine Grove Ave., Avondale, 389-8655, pinegrovemarket.com

2016 Best of Jax winner Bite Club certified For 40-plus years, the market has served hearty breakfasts and lunches: Cuban sandwiches, burgers, subs, wraps and homemade chicken salad. The onsite butcher shop sells USDA choice prime aged beef cut to order. Craft beers. $$ BW TO B L D M-Sa POINTE RESTAURANT 98 S. Fletcher Ave., Amelia Island, 277-4851, elizabethpointelodge.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Owners Jim and Gaye Dunlop’s restaurant, within award-winning inn Elizabeth Pointe Lodge, offers elegant seaside dining with a spectacular view of the island and the sea. Dine indoors or outside. There’s a hot buffet breakfast daily, full lunch menu. Homestyle soups, specialty sandwiches, desserts. Once-a-month Sunday brunch. Reservations suggested. $$$ BW K B L Daily SNACSHACK 283 College Dr., SJRSC, Orange Park, 322-1414, snacshack.menu The bakery and café, in St. Johns River Community College student union, offers bagels, muffins, breads, cookies, brownies, desserts and snack treats. Adjacent to Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts. $ K TO B R L M-F SURFWICHES SANDWICH SHOP 14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 29, Intracoastal, 559-5301 1537 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 241-6996, surfwiches.com The craft sandwich shops are now mainstays in Jax Beach and Intracoastal West areas, boasting Yankeestyle steak sandwiches and hoagies. All sandwiches are made to order. $ BW TO K L D Daily UPTOWN KITCHEN & BAR 1303 Main St. N., Springfield, 355-0734, uptownmarketjax.com Bite Club certified In the 1300 Building at the corner of Third and Main. The kitchen has fresh quality fare, innovative breakfast, lunch and dinner farm-to-table selections and creative daily specials. $$ BW TO B L Daily WHITEWAY DELICATESSEN 1237 King St., Riverside, 389-0355 The deli sets the bar high with an extensive sandwich selection, including some items you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. It’s a good spot to catch current and former politicos talking about the city’s future over tabouli or ham sandwiches. $ TO B L M-F

CASUAL SPOTS & JOINTS

ANDY’S FARMERS MARKET GRILL 1810 W. Beaver St., Northside, 354-2821, jaxfarmersmarket.com It’s smack-dab amid the landmark Jacksonville Farmers Market, for 75-plus years offering local,

The 2016 Best of Jax winner and finalist RESTAURANT ORSAY, on Riverside’s Park Street, serves a fusion of French and Southern American fare, in an elegant setting.

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The newest family-owned NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET & DELI on Third Street North in Jax Beach offers natural and organic deli items, juices and smoothies, plus all-natural and organic beers and wine, all of which are personally, and painstakingly, selected to offer the utmost of flavor, value and quality. regional and international produce. Andy’s serves breakfast items, sandwiches, snacks and beverages. $ B L D M-Sa BOLD CITY GRILL 10605 Deerwood Park Blvd., Southside, 564-4772 The casual grill, withi the Sheraton Hotel, has local microbrews on tap with a daily HH, plus fresh local seafood, Angus steaks, sandwiches and burgers. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily BURRITO WORKS TACO SHOP 671 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 217-7451 114 St. George St., St. Augustine, 823-1229, burritoworks.com You’ll find Baja-style tacos and burritos, 100 percent vegetarian bean burritos, fish tacos and hormone-free meats, along with homemade guacamole. $ TO L D Daily CHOMP CHOMP 4162 Herschel St., Avondale, 329-1679 2016 Best of Jax finalist The relocated spot has eats at moderate prices– most less than $10. Chef-inspired fare includes The Philadelphia Experiment (sweet pork over arugula), panko-crusted chicken, burgers, Waldorf salad, bahn mi, Southern fried chicken, The Come Up (portabella mushroom, green tomato salsa, almonds). Curry Chomp chips, pasta salad. Dine in or out. HH. $ BW L D M-Sa 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 2016 Best of Jax winner Locally owned and operated for 20-plus years–Bobby Handmaker is a pro–these casual restaurants serve half-pound burgers, fish sandwiches, big salads, award-winning cheddar fries and sangria. $ BW K TO L D Daily DEERWOOD BISTRO 8221 Southside Blvd., Ste. 24, 527-3451, deerwoodbistro.com

The busy, casual bistro serves familiar fare like baguettes, paninis, burgers, entrées, seafood and desserts. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily DELICOMB DELICATESSEN & ESPRESSO BAR 102 Sixth Ave. N., Jax Beach, 372-4192, delicomb.com The folks at the family-owned-and-operated deli make it all with natural, organic ingredients–no hydrogenated oils or high-fructose corn syrup. Granola, tuna salad, kimchi, wraps and spicy panini melts are on the varied menu. Delicomb– just steps from the sand–uses coffees from Strongtree Coffee. $$ TO B L Tu-Su FAMOUS TOASTERY 311 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 372-0712, famoustoastery.com Corned beef hash, gluten-free pancakes, omelets, toast. Wraps, Bloody Marys, mimosas, peach Bellini. $$ FB K TO B L Daily GREEN TURTLE TAVERN 14 S. Third St., Fernandina, 321-2324, greenturtletavern.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist In a historic shotgun shack, this legendary Dirty ’Dina hangout has Chicago-style Vienna beef hot dogs and pub fare, full bar and a chill island atmosphere. $ FB L D Daily THE HAPPY TOMATO COURTYARD CAFÉ & BBQ 7 S. Third St., Fernandina, 321-0707, thehappytomatocafe.com The funky little restaurant is down an alley but it’s well worth those 25 extra steps. Owner Robert Bolton’s spot serves fresh deli sandwiches and barbecue–pulled pork, smoked turkey and ribs–in a laid-back atmosphere. Homemade walnut chocolate chunk cookies are a specialty. And a certain FW editor craves the chicken salad. Dine inside or in the shaded courtyard. $ BW K TO L M-Sa

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ON YOUR PLATE Some of the best restaurants in town are cooking goodies from y your friendly g with g y FARMERS, BUTCHERS and ARTISANS llocal ocal F ARMER ERS, B UTCHERS a nd A RTISANS IF YOU’RE A FOODIE AS MANY claim to be, then you might have heard of the farm-to-table movement. In case you’ve just arisen from a long coma, farm-to-table is a movement among restaurants to buy ingredients and produce from local businesses and farms. Using local sources is a win for everyone: Restaurants support their community farmers and artisans, and patrons get to eat the freshest, most flavorful dishes. Embracing farm-to-table requires restaurants to be flexible with their menus, as produce availability varies depending on the season. While you might not be able to order that curried summer squash soup in December, you’ll totally dig on the candied beets of winter. Here are some of Northeast Florida’s most popular and committed farm-totable restaurants, along with some dishes from their menu. Bon appétit! BLACK SHEEP (FIVE POINTS) • Red Miso-Glazed Eggplant: purple rice congee, grilled cabbage, grilled scallions, benne • Fried Green Tomato BLT: smoked bacon, lettuce, black pepper aioli, green tomato and apple jam • Arugula & Crispy Pig Ear Salad: arugula, bread & butter jalapenos, boiled peanut puree, radish, fresh herbs RESTAURANT ORSAY (AVONDALE) • Seared Sea Scallops: celery root puree, pickled Brussels sprouts-poppy & sunflower seed salad, Georgia Farms extra virgin olive oil • Orsay Meatloaf: grass-fed beef, duck gizzards & livers, tomato-bacon glaze, green bean and mushroom casserole • Lyonnaise Salad: house-smoked Maple Leaf Farm’s duck bacon, red wine poached egg, red onion, French breakfast radish, grilled baguette, warm baconchampagne vinaigrette KITCHEN ON SAN MARCO (SAN MARCO) • Braised Short Rib: spring peas, onions, freshly dug potatoes, watercress • Fried Chicken Confit: creamed peas & onions, freshly dug potatoes (lunch); pickled peppers, cucumbers and honey butter (dinner). • San Marco Shrimp & Grits: Anson Mill grits, Benton’s country ham, roasted tomatoes NOLA MOCA (DOWNTOWN) • Market Quiche: fresh, seasonally inspired daily quiche, house salad 18 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 9-15, 2017

• Vegan Paella: asparagus, yellow and red bell peppers, baby rainbow carrots, Portobello mushrooms, Arborio rice, saffrontomato sauce, smoked almond aioli • Hot Chicken: pan-fried garlic and cheddar bread pudding, creamy kale slaw, buttermilk fried chicken breast, pepper paste, honey pearls, pickled spicy giardiniera UPTOWN KITCHEN & BAR (DOWNTOWN) • Uptown Kitchen Cuban: housesmoked pork shoulder, ham, homemade pickles, Swiss cheese, yellow mustard on Cuban bread • Smoked Beef “Shorty” with Intuition King Street Stout: beef short ribs, smoked and slow-braised, served with roasted vegetables • SteakHouse Mushroom Salad: roasted mushrooms, marinated in herbs and olive oil, served with spinach, tomatoes, onions, pinenuts, and Old School French dressing 29 SOUTH (FERNANDINA) • Springer Mountain Fried Chicken: fried chicken drizzled with Naked Bee honey and cracked pepper on smashed potatoes • Fish Tacos: grilled catch in crispy flour tortilla, Salsa Fresca, chimichurri, avocado and Napa slaw • Lumpy Blue Crab Cake: on Old Bay butter with pickled watermelon rind MOXIE KITCHEN + COCKTAILS (SOUTHSIDE) • Arugula Salad: local farm arugula, cherry tomatoes, yuzu aioli, grated manchego, pork rind croutons, citrus vinaigrette • Kale Salad + Salmon: sustainable salmon, local fam kale, candied pecans, roasted beets, stone fruit, aged goat cheese, pomegranate vinaigrette • Hanger Steak: Seminole Pride beef, lemon-herb french fries, shallot butter THE SAVORY MARKET (FERNANDINA BEACH) • Roasted Salmon Salad: salmon, pears, goat cheese, walnuts on mixed greens, honey dill vinaigrette • Savory Reuben: pastrami or honey roasted turkey breast, garlic sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, garlic aioli on toasted rye • Salmon BLTA: wild Alaskan salmon, Wainright bacon, mixed greens, vineripe tomato, avocado, lemon dill aioli on toasted rye bread TIMOTI’S SEAFOOD SHAK (FERNANDINA BEACH) • Baja Box: choice of shrimp, fish, chicken or tofu over coconut rice with avocado, greens, black bean salsa & tomatoes, tangy cilantro ranch

• Lobster Rolls: T’s lobster salad served in two New England-style rolls, or as a wrap • T’s Wrap: choice of protein with black bean mango salsa, pepper jack, greens, tomato, cilantro, jalapeño aioli BREWZ N DAWGZ (ST. AUGUSTINE) • Breakfast Dawg: pork brat & bacon on garlic butter toasted organic bun, topped with organic hash fries, fried egg • Mac Daddy Dawg: 100 percent beef dog topped with organic mac & cheese, bacon bits, organic chives on garlic butter toasted organic bun • Taco Dawg: 100 percent beef dog on steamed organic bun with grass-fed ground beef mix, avocado, organic sour cream, organic corn chips, salsa THE FLORIDIAN (ST. AUGUSTINE) • Shrimp & Sausage Maque Choux: house-creamed corn, peppers, poblanos, cherry tomatoes, Lil Moo cheese, cooked down with aromatic rice into a Summertime risotto. Served with sautéed shrimp, local sausage, topped with Heirloom tomato salsa, parsley gremolata. • Spicy Melt: choice of blackened fresh catch or blackened tofu with datil-chipotle mayo, roasted bell peppers, tomato, fresh spinach on multigrain hoagie with Wainwright Dairy’s cheeses • Not Your Mama’s Meatloaf Sandwich: CartWheel Ranch all-natural beef baked with sweet onions, bell peppers, herbs, topped with spicy datil-ketchup, served on ciabatta with basil mayo, spinach, tomatoes THE ICE PLANT (ST. AUGUSTINE) • Open Face Avocado Sandwich: grilled sourdough, barrel-aged feta, Beli Farm heirloom tomatoes, radishes, spring greens, lemon vinaigrette • Pan Seared Local Fish: potato-fennel puree, zucchini, tomatoes provencal, pistachios, lemon-brown butter • Slow-Cooked Duroc Pork Belly: baked yams, medjool dates, umami salad, roasted peanuts, black garlic jus TOWN HALL (SAN MARCO) • Seared Local Fish: okra, red potatoes, creamy yuzu, yellow pepper vinaigrette • Cauliflower Steak: salsa verde, marcona almonds, mole, upland cress • Housemade Fettuccini: summer squash, corn, grape tomatoes, housemade ricotta Julia Newton mail@folioweekly.com

For authentic Indian cuisine, you don’t need to go any further than Baymeadows Road and cozy INDIA’S RESTAURANT, a consistent winner in our Best of Jax readers’ poll. Too many tasty choices to pick just one? The buffet beckons.

<<< FROM PREVIOUS HARPOON LOUIE’S 4070 Herschel St., Ste. 8, Avondale, 389-5631, harpoonlouies.net 2016 Best of Jax finalist Locally-owned-and-operated, the American pub has been a fixture here for 20-plus years, offering half-pound burgers, fish sandwiches and pasta, local beers; HH weekdays. $$ BW K TO L D Daily JOHNNY’S DELI & GRILLE 474 Riverside Ave., 356-8055 The popular casual spot serves made-to-order breakfast and lunch fare, including grilled wraps, gyros and grilled chicken salad. $ TO B L M-Sa LARRY’S GIANT SUBS 6586 GA. Hwy. 40 B6, St. Marys, 912-576-7006 474272 S.R. 200, Fernandina, 844-2225 8616 Baymeadows Rd., 739-2498 1301 Monument Rd., Ste. 5, Arlington, 724-5802 10750 Atlantic Blvd., Intracoastal, 642-6980 3611 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 101, 641-6499 4479 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., 425-4060 830 A1A N., Ste. 6, Ponte Vedra, 273-3993 657 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 247-9620 12001 Lem Turner Rd., Northside, 764-9999 1509 Margaret St., Riverside, 674-2794 7895 Normandy Blvd., Westside, 781-7600 5733 Roosevelt Blvd., Westside, 446-9500 8102 Blanding Blvd., , Ste. 1, 779-1933 700 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 15, Orange Park, 272-3553 1401 S. Orange Ave., Green Cove, 284-7789 1330 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 276-7370 1545 C.R. 220, Orange Park, 278-2827, larryssubs.com With locations all over, Larry’s is known for piling hot and cold subs high and serving ’em fast for 35-plus years. Brothers Larry and Mitch Raikes began here in Jax, setting high standards right from the start. The turkey breast is antibiotic-free, the grilled chicken is hormonefree and sustainably farmed. The guys are still Yankees at heart: The award-winning breads are from New York’s Costanzo’s Bakery. Some Larry’s now serve breakfast. $ K TO B L D Daily LITTLE MARGIE’S FA CAFÉ 303 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2006, littlemargiesfacafe.com

“FA” is short for First Access–this beachy café is located north of the County Pier, directly across from the first beach access to the sea. The tiny kitchen cranks out daily specials, like jerk fish and mango wrap. $ BW K L D Tu-Su MERCURY MOON GRILL & BAR 2015 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 215-8999 Mercury Moon serves a variety of burgers and wings and signature sandwiches, including Philly cheesesteaks, fried fish sandwiches and halfpound Moon burgers. $ FB D Nightly NED’S SOUTHSIDE KITCHEN 2450 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 794-2088, nedssouthside.com The casual island-influenced place has 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 M-Sa ONE TWENTY THREE BURGER HOUSE 123 King St., St. Augustine, 687-2790 The spot, from the owners of Carmelo’s Pizza down the street, has premium burgers, made with beef sourced from renowned NYC butcher Schweid & Sons. There are wood-fired pizzas and an ice cream bar turning out Old World milkshakes, too. Outdoor dining. $$ BW K TO L D Daily RED FROG & McTOAD’S GRUB-N-PUB 5545 A1A S., St. Augustine, 814-8430 The casual eatery offers award-winning chowder, seafood, chicken, pasta and sandwiches. $$ FB K TO L D Daily SANDOLLAR RESTAURANT 9716 Heckscher Dr., Northside, 251-2449, sandollarrestaurantjax.com Right on the banks of the St. Johns, serving seafood, steaks, chicken and pasta. Dine inside or on the deck, with a panoramic river view. Seafood buffet every W $$ FB R Su; L D Daily SANDY BOTTOMS BEACH BAR & GRILL 2910 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina, 310-6904, sandybottomsamelia.com Owner Claude Hartley offers seafood, sandwiches and pizzas. Dine indoors or out on the deck overlooking the ocean. $$ FB K TO L D Daily SCARLETT O’HARA’S 70 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 824-6535, scarlettoharas.net In a historic 1861 house with an outdoor bar and pub interior, pit-smoked barbecue, seafood, burgers, wings, steamed oysters and appetizers. $$ FB K TO L D Daily WIPEOUTS GRILL 1585 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 247-4508, wipeoutsgrill.com The casual, beachy sports place serves burgers, wings, fish tacos and plenty of cold beer–wine, too–in a relaxing atmosphere. $$ FB K TO R, Su; L D Daily

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CHINESE CUISINE

CHEF CHAN ASIAN CUISINE 9802 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 3, 645-7333 Asian fusion and Cantonese dishes, made to order. Fresh whole fish, roast duck, roast pork, beef, chicken, vegetable, shrimp. It’s generous servings at reasonable prices. One Yelper wrote: “Most of the customers were Chinese.” Validation! Dine inside or out. $$ BW K TO L Sa & Su; D Tu-Su CHUN KING 2771 Monument Rd., Ste. 33, Arlington, 646-1393 From sushi to soup to fried bananas, this place has daily chef specials and AYCE Mongolian barbecue. Sake and a full menu, including Thai and Japanese dishes, are also served; all MSG-free. $ BW TO L M-F; D M-Sa GOLDEN CHINA CHINESE RESTAURANT 11112 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 23, Mandarin, 260-8836, goldenchina1.com Mandarin, Szechwan and Cantonese dishes, as well as daily lunch and dinner buffets featuring a hot bar and a cold bar. $$ BW TO L D Daily GREAT WALL CHINESE RESTAURANT 12200 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 4, Mandarin, 262-9107 The popular restaurant’s menu features Szechwan, Hunan and Cantonese dishes. $ TO L D Daily HAWKERS ASIAN STREET FARE 1001 Park St., 5 Points, 508-0342, eathawkers.com 241 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 425-1025 2016 Best of Jax winner The menu is based on Asian street vendors, peddling authentic dishes from mobile stalls. The chefs collected the best hawker recipes to serve under one roof, like BBQ pork char sui, beef haw fun, Hawkers baos, chow faan and grilled hawker skewers. $$ FB TO L D Daily PAGODA CHINESE RESTAURANT 8617 Baymeadows Rd., 731-0880, pagodarestaurant.net Mr. Tam, owner and chef, has been serving customers since 1975. Popular dishes include the seafood combination (lobster, shrimp, scallops and Chinese vegetables) and spicy General Tso chicken. $ FB TO L D M-Sa TIMWAH CHINESE DIM SUM RESTAURANT 8358 Point Meadows Dr., Ste. 11, Southside, 329-3676 Timwah is all about the dim sum, and it’s a welcome addition to the area. Dim sum is a style of traditional Chinese dumplings prepared as small bites, filled with a variety of meat, veggies and seafood. The menu has a ton of options. Go with a group so y’all can order a lot of different items and sample them all. $$ TO L W-Su

COFFEEHOUSES

BOLD BEAN COFFEE ROASTERS 869 Stockton St., Stes. 1-2, Riverside, 855-1181 2400 S. Third St., Ste. 201, Jax Beach, 374-5735 1905 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 853-6545, boldbeancoffee.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Directly traded, locally roasted, limited lot coffees. Signature blends, hand-crafted syrups, espressos, craft beers. Pastries and specialty sandwiches from Knead Bakeshop. Great selection of local, regional craft beers and wines. $ BW TO B L Daily BREEZY COFFEE SHOP CAFE 235 Eighth Ave. S., Jax Beach, 241-2211, breezycoffeeshopcafe.com The casual, local-family-owned coffee shop serves fresh pastries and a variety of espressos and locally roasted coffees, plus vegan and gluten-free options. Sandwiches, local beer, wine and mimosas, too. Relax indoors or outside. Free WiFi. $$ BW K TO B R L Daily BREW FIVE POINTS 1024 Park St., Riverside, 374-5789, brewfivepoints.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Local craft beers, espresso, coffees and wine bar are featured along with rotating drafts, 75-plus canned craft beers, as well as sodas and teas. The seasonal

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The Bottorff brothers and their wild Fernandina Beach crew at MOON RIVER PIZZA have won Best of Jax’s Best Pizza on Amelia Island every year since 1991. They have a second location in Murray Hill.

menu of waffles, pastries, toasts, and desserts is designed to pair with specialty coffees and craft beers. $$ BW K B L Daily; late night Tu-Sa THE COFFEE GRINDER 9834 Baymeadows Rd., 642-7600, thecoffeegrinderjax.com Owner Slava Micukic runs this coffee gallery, which features works by local artists. A full coffee/espresso menu is available. Beer served after 7 p.m. $ BW B L D Daily DOS COFFEE & WINE 300 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 342-2421, dosbar.com Industrial chic coffee and wine bar features handcrafted pourovers and beans from Covina Roastery. Pressed sandwiches, farm fresh salads, and build-your-own cheese boards. $$ BW TO B L D Daily 1st STREET LOFT 502 N. First St., Jax Beach, 241-7848, 1ststreetloft.com The new spot serves breakfast and lunch all day, which is great. But a big part of the Jax Beach venue is on the walls: Local art by local artists is displayed. So is it an art gallery that serves great coffee, a coffeehouse that hangs great art, or Door No. 3–a live music venue decorated with paintings by folks you may know, with all kinds of (basically) healthful eats? And there’s spoken word events, open mic, comedy … somebody told us there’s even an airbrush and henna tattoo studio. Never a dull moment. $ TO B L D W-Sa; B L Su & M SOUTHERN GROUNDS & CO. 200 First St., Beaches Town Center, Neptune Beach, 249-2922, sogrcoffee.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist The newest iteration of a Beaches institution, this place offers fine coffees, desserts, wine, craft beers and quick bites. Dine indoors or out, with patio and courtyard seating. $$ BW TO B L D Daily SPRING PARK COFFEE 328 Ferris St., Green Cove Springs, 531-9391, springparkcoffee.com Cozy shop; fresh-roasted Brass Tacks coffee, handcrafted hot & cold drinks, specialty lattes, cappuccino, macchiato, teas, pastries, sandwiches, breakfast. $ B L D Daily THE URBAN BEAN COFFEEHOUSE CAFÉ 2023 Park Ave., Orange Park, 541-4938, theurbanbeancoffeehouse.com Locally-owned-and-operated coffeehouse serves … well, coffee, as well as espresso, smoothies and teas. Breakfast goes all day, every day: omelets, donuts, bagels, paninis, yogurt pots. Lunch: flatbreads, BLTs, hummus, desserts. $$ K TO B L D Daily URBAN GRIND COFFEE COMPANY 45 W. Bay St., Ste. 102, 516-7799, urbangrind.coffee There’s a variety of locally roasted, whole bean brewed coffee, espresso drinks, smoothies, fresh

pastries and bagels with homemade cream cheeses. Lunch includes chicken salad (best ever), tuna salad and sandwiches. Plus they’re FW’s tastiest neighbors! Free Wi-Fi. $ B L M-F URBAN GRIND EXPRESS 50 W. Laura St., 516-7799. See above.

CUBAN, CARIBBEAN, PERUVIAN, SPANISH & TEX-MEX CUISINE BEIGNET’S CARIBBEAN CAFÉ

4770 Barnes Rd., Ste. 1, Southside, 737-6789 A taste of the Caribbean jerk chicken, oxtail, goat, mahi sandwiches, and Caribbean beignets with coffee from New Orleans Cafe Du Monde. $ BW B L D M-Sa BLUE WATER DAIQUIRI & OYSTER BAR 205 First St. N., Jax Beach, 249-0083, bluewateroysterbar.com The casual spot features American fare with a Caribbean soul. Kids eat free on Tue. $$ FB K L D Tu-Su; R Su CASA MAYA 22 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 823-0787, casamayastaug.com Owner Marco Barrera serves authentic upscale Mayan cuisine that’s mostly organic, including a juice bar and daily specials. In the heart of the historic district, Casa Maya offers a hearty selection of dishes, both vegetarian and meat. $$$ TO B L D W-Su DE REAL TING CAFÉ 128 W. Adams St., Downtown, 633-9738 2016 Best of Jax finalist The Caribbean place has jerk or curried chicken, conch fritters and curried goat and oxtail. $ FB TO L Tu-F; D F & Sa EL PALERMO 2177 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-7701 The flavors are Caribbean and Puerto Rican at the family-friendly spot. Authentically crafted dishes served in a clean, no-frills atmosphere. Empanadas, black beans and rice, plantains, flan and cafe con leche. $$ K L D Tu-Sa FLYING IGUANA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 853-5680, flyingiguana.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist The funky spot at The Corner serves a fusion of Latin American and Southwesterninfluenced fare: tacos, seafood, carnitas, Cubana sandwiches. Plus, more than 100 tequilas. Outdoor seating available. $$ FB TO 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, flattened. Traditional Cuban fare like black beans and rice, plantains, steaks, seafood, chicken and rice, and roast pork. Spanish wine and Cuban drink specials, mojitos and Cuba libres. HH all day, every day. $ FB K L D Daily ISLAND TROPICS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 2527 N. Main St., Northside, 355-3050, islandtropics.net 2016 Best of Jax winner This relaxed spot serves island dishes like fried plantain and codfish for breakfast, and curry goat, jerk chicken and hot wings for lunch and dinner. Desserts, baked goods, tropical drinks, vegetarian meals. $$ BW TO B L D Daily LA MANCHA 2709 Sadler Rd., Fernandina, 261-4646, lamancharestaurante.com Spanish/Portuguese fare, with a Brazilian flair. Tapas, seafood, steaks, sangria. Drink specials. AYCE paella Sun. HH M-Th. $$$ FB K TO D Nightly LECHONERA EL Coquí 3620 Blanding Blvd., Westside, 432-7545 The Puerto Rican place offers popular chulleta kan kan (pork chops), Tripletta churosco sandwich and more native flavors. It’s like a part of the Isle of Enchantment is now in Jax. $ FB TO L D Tu-Su MANGO MANGO’S BEACHSIDE BAR & GRILL 700 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 461-1077, mangomangos.com Just steps from the A Street beach access, the Caribbean kitchen has comfort food with a tropical twist. Specialties include coconut shrimp and fried plantains. Outdoor seating. $$ BW K L D Daily MARIANAS GRINDS 11380 Beach Blvd., Ste. 10, Intracoastal, 206-612-6596 Pacific Islander fare, emphasizing the chamorro culture with soups, stews, fitada, beef oxtail, katden pika; spicy empanadas, lumpia, chicken relaguen, barbecue-style ribs, chicken. $$ TO B L D Tu-Su THE MOSSFIRE GRILL 1537 Margaret St., Riverside, 355-4434, mossfire.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Just a stone’s throw from 5 Points intersection, Mossfire manages to satisfy indie kids and conservative businessfolk alike. Southwestern dishes like fresh fish tacos, chicken enchiladas are popular. HH M-Sa in upstairs lounge, all day Su. $$ FB K L D Daily

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The “fast-casual” place offers custom salads, burritos and burrito bowls with 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

DINERS

<<< FROM PREVIOUS PISCO’S RESTAURANT 4131 Southside Blvd., Ste. 101, 646-3888, piscosrestaurant.com The Peruvian restaurant offers ceviche, jalea, lomo, pollo saltado, arroz con marisco, Inca Cola and Peruvian wines. $$$ BW K L D Daily PUERTO PLATA RESTAURANT 2045 Bayview Rd., Westside, 388-5888 The restaurant, off Blanding, offers authentic Latin cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Specialties include roast pork, chuletas and pollo guisado. $$ BW K L D Daily PUSSER’S CARIBBEAN BAR & GRILLE 816 A1A N., Ste. 100, Ponte Vedra, 280-7766, pussersusa.com Bite Club certified Named for the rum, Pusser’s serves innovative Caribbean cuisine and regional favorites, like Jamaican grilled pork ribs, Trinidad smoked duck, lobster macaroni & cheese. Tropical drinks, like Pusser’s Painkiller, are popular house remedies. $$ FB K TO L D Daily TEMPO 16 Cathedral Pl., St. Augustine, 342-0286, tempostaugustine.com The fusion restaurant offers healthful American fare–sandwiches, entrées, apps, salads–created with a Latin flair. $$ BW L D Tu-Su TOSSGREEN 4668 Town Crossing Dr., Ste. 105, 686-0234 4375 Southside Blvd., Ste. 12, 619-4356, tossgreen.com

BEACH DINER 501 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 249-6500 2006 S. Eighth St., Fernandina, 310-3750 11362 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 683-0079 880 A1A N., Ste. 2, Ponte Vedra, 273-6545 1965 San Marco Blvd., 399-1306, beachdiner.com These locally owned diners have indoor and outdoor seating and Southern comfort items, like fresh seafood, sandwiches and hot lunch specials. Cooked-to-order breakfast available all day–Eggs on the Bayou, fish & grits, French toast, riders, omelets. Plus burgers, sandwiches, shrimp & crabmeat salad. $ K TO B R L Daily CARL’S MAIN STREET RESTAURANT 1748 N. Main St., Northside, 647-8043 Serving homestyle breakfast and lunch fare for a dozen-plus years. There’s an AYCE Sun. buffet. $ TO B L Tu-Su DEERWOOD DELI & DINER 9934 Old Baymeadows Rd., 641-4877, deerwooddiner.com Fresh local seafood, Angus steaks, sandwiches, burgers, TVs. $ BW TO K B L Daily DERBY ON PARK 1068 Park St., Riverside, 379-3343, derbyonpark.net 2016 Best of Jax finalist Owners Neil and Cheryl Corrado offer an American dining experience with inventive and long-time favorite menu items with a taste of nostalgia, served in an upscale retro atmosphere in a historic landmark building. Faves include Oak Street Toast, shrimp & grits, lobster bites and a can’t-be-beat 10-oz. gourmet burger. Dine inside or out on the patio. $$ FB TO Weekend brunch. B, L D Tu-Su THE FOX RESTAURANT 3580 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-2669 2016 Best of Jax finalist Owners Ian and Mary Chase offer fresh fare and homemade desserts. Breakfast served all day,

along with signature items like burgers, meatloaf and fried green tomatoes. An area landmark for 50-plus years. $ BW K L D Daily GEORGIE’S DINER 100 Malaga St., St. Augustine, 819-9006, thealcazarcafe.com Casual ’60s-themed Georgie’s serves homestyle fare and Greek specialties. Outdoor seating. $$ BW B L D Daily JACK & DIANE’S 708 Centre St., Fernandina, 321-1444, jackanddianescafe.com “Food with an attitude” in a renovated 1887 shotgun home. Jambalaya, French toast, pancakes, mac-ncheese. Several kinds of crêpes. Vegan selection. Dine in or on a porch overlooking historic district. $$ BW K TO B L D M, W, F, Sa; B L Su JAX DINER 5065 St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 739-7070, jaxsdiner.com Simple name, simple concept: Local. Chef Roderick “Pete” Smith, a local culinary expert with nearly 20 years under his apron strings, emphasizes using locally sourced ingredients from area farmers, vendors and the community for his American and Southern down-home dishes. Dinner served every Fri.; seasonal brunch events. $ K TO B L M-F METRO DINER 3302 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 398-3701 12807 San Jose Blvd., Julington, 638-6185 4495 Roosevelt Blvd., Ortega, 999-4600 9802 Baymeadows Rd., Southside, 425-9142 2034 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 375-8548 340 Front St., Ste. 700, Ponte Vedra, 513-8422 1000 S. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine, 758-3323 1534 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 853-6817, metrodiner.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist The original upscale diner is located in a historic 1930s-era building amid San Marco’s residential district, and there are seven other locations. All serve meatloaf, chicken pot pie and homemade soups. Several Metro Diners now serve dinner, too. $$ B R L Daily OCEANA DINER 13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 3, Intracoastal, 374-1915, oceanadiner.net The popular diner has traditional American diner fare served in a family atmosphere. $ K TO B L Daily

ECLECTIC & UPSCALE THE BACK 40 URBAN CAFÉ

40 S. Dixie Hwy., St. Augustine, 824-0227, back40cafe.com Owner Brian Harmon serves Caribbeanflavored lunch and dinner–wraps, upsidedown chicken potpie, fresh, local seafood–in an 1896 building. Local art adorns the walls. $ BW K L D Daily bb’s RESTAURANT & BAR 1019 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 306-0100, bbsrestaurant.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist The upscale restaurant features daily specials and variety of dishes from sandwiches and salads, to fresh seafood and specialty meats. Dine inside or on the patio. $$$ FB R L D M-Sa BISCOTTIS 3556 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-2060, biscottis.net 2016 Best of Jax winner Now a landmark, Biscottis serves everything from innovative pizzas to a massive selection of almost-too-pretty-to-eat desserts in an intimate setting. $$ BW L D Daily; R Sa & Su BLACK SHEEP RESTAURANT 1534 Oak St., Riverside, 380-3091, blacksheep5points.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist The independent restaurant serves New American favorites with a Southern twist (they call it “where haute meets homegrown”), made with locally sourced ingredients. Daily specials, awesome rooftop bar; handcrafted food and cocktails. HH. $$$ FB R Sa & Su; L M-F; D Nightly BRICK RESTAURANT 3585 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 387-0606, brickofavondale.com This casual eatery’s exposed-brick façade and interior are classic Avondale. A varied, creative cuisine and the weekend brunch are local favorites. $$ FB L D Daily; R Sa & Su

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If you’re in the mood to see and be seen indulging in delectable modern Italian fare in a sophisticated, inviting setting, IL DESCO in historic Riverside will leave you happily full and feeling oh-so-fly.

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ON NAS SCORCHING C RCHI CO RC CH HIING NG S SUMMER UM U MMEER DAY, DA AY, there is nothing better than indulging in a silky smooth cup of your favorite ice cream. This year, there’s a new gig in town: Nitrogen Creamery, Jacksonville’s first handmade liquid nitrogen ice cream shop. Stop in for a cold one just a couple of blocks from the shore in Jax Beach and experience the magic. In 2015, Bonny and Chad Abernathy launched Nitrogen Creamery from a customized food truck named Big Blue at Battle on the Island food truck competition fundraiser in Fleming Island. “The food truck scene was starting to blow up in town and brick-and-mortar [cost] too much,” said Chad. The couple’s ice cream created with liquid nitrogen was a hit: Big Blue sold 225 ice creams in three hours. Throughout the next two years, they got in with some local food organizations and gained quite a following in the community, even working with the Jacksonville Jaguars. On May 17, the Nitrogen Creamery celebrated the grand opening of its own brick-and-mortar location. Developing the perfect method for creating delicious frozen treats with liquid nitrogen was far from an overnight effort, though. Chad came up with the idea while working at bb’s Restaurant & Bar as a chef. From the initial concept it took

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m mont mo onntths hs ooff tr ttrial tria ria iall an nd er eerror rrro ror ro or ttoo ddevelop evvel evel elopp months and the technique. Though they’ve transitioned from a food truck to a physical location, Bonny still works as a registered nurse, pitching in with Big Blue as needed and helping out with other business demands. Chad has since transitioned to work only at the Nitrogen Creamery shop. Chad said the precautions necessary when working with liquid nitrogen are simple. “[It’s] negative 320 degrees. Don’t put your hand in it. It’s no different than cooking with hot grease. It hits you and rolls right off,” he said. NITROGEN CREAMERY

1316 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 372-9625, nitrogencreameryjax.com

Fans say you can literally taste the difference between liquid nitrogen ice cream and slowchurned. Slow-churned ice cream has air whipped into it, which creates icy flakes that sometimes taste and feel like chunks of ice. Liquid nitrogen freezes the ice cream so fast that there isn’t enough time for those large flakes to form; instead microscopic ice crystals develop, allowing for a creamier and smoother consistency. Less air also means that the consumer fills up faster.

O On ne off tthe hhee bbiggest igggeestt pperks eerrkkss ooff ic ce One ice cream created with nitrogen is that it allows customers to choose their flavor before the treat is made, ensuring maximum freshness. Chad said very few of their flavors are made ahead of time; instead each is handmade to order. Honey Cinnamon is one of Nitrogen Creamery’s most popular flavors; Nutella and Orange Creamsicle are other fan favorites. Chad is always coming up with new flavors and told Folio Weekly he hopes to create a s’mores flavor next. Customers can also choose from an assortment of fresh fruits, candy or cereal to mix into their ice cream. (Pro tip: Orange Creamsicle with Nerds. ’Nuff said.) After a customer chooses a flavor and toppings, the magic happens right in front of them. A large glass window covers the workstation, so people can watch their ice cream being made. Take it from FW: You’ll enjoy the show almost as much as the ice cream. Nitrogen Creamery is the first of its kind in Jacksonville and the Abernathys are focused on making it the best ice cream parlor, period. “[We] just want to establish a good client base by the beach and try to get Big Blue out at least five or six days a week. [We] want to better what we have,” said Chad. Julia Newton mail@folioweekly.com

<<< FROM PREVIOUS CAFE CORDOVA 95 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 810-6810, casamonica.com In Casa Monica Hotel, this restaurant offers light breakfasts, coffees, teas, pastries, handtossed pizzas, sandwiches and soups. The adjacent Cobalt Lounge has a variety of fine wines. $$$ FB R Su; B L D Daily GYPSY CAB COMPANY 828 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 824-8244, gypsycab.com A mainstay for 34-plus years, with an urban cuisine menu that changes twice daily. The signature dish is Gypsy chicken; there’s also seafood, tofu, duck and veal dishes. Sunday brunch is mega-popular. $$ FB R Su; L D Daily HORIZONS 5472 First Coast Hwy., Ste. 8, Fernandina, 321-2430, horizonsameliaisland.com Gourmet fare–rack of lamb, grouper, pork marsala– and sandwiches–mahi BLT, prime rib melt, fish tacos–plus apps, soups and Sunday brunch are served at the upscale place. $$ FB K TO L D Tu-Sa MARKER 32 14549 Beach Blvd., Intracoastal Waterway, 223-1534, marker32.com Established in 1992, with an awesome panoramic ICW view, this restaurant offers an innovative American eclectic menu, with fresh, local seafood, shrimp and Andouille fettuccini, herbgrilled local fish with hoppin’ john and basil pesto rice, broiled oysters and yellow fin tuna poke. $$$ FB K D M-Sa MICHAEL’S TASTING ROOM 25 Cuna St., St. Augustine, 810-2400, tastetapas.com Michael Lugo’s upscale contemporary Spanish restaurant fuses innovative tapas with an extensive wine list. $$$ BW D Nightly SALT Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Pkwy., 277-1100, ritzcarlton.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Chef de Cuisine Richard Laughlin’s award-winning menu features New American cuisine made with simple elements from the earth and sea, like tuna and watermelon tartare and wagyu ribeye, served in a contemporary coastal setting. The wine list has 500-plus. $$$$ FB D Tu-Su SEVEN BRIDGES GRILLE & BREWERY 9735 Gate Pkwy. N., Southside, 997-1999, 7bridgesgrille.com The grill and brewery has a variety of madefrom-scratch fare, and local seafood, steaks and pizzas. Brewer Aaron Nesbit handcrafts awardwinning freshly brewed ales and lagers. Dine indoors or out. $$ FB K TO L D Daily TAVERNA 1986 San Marco Blvd., 398-3005, tavernasanmarco.com Chef Sam Efron serves modern interpretations of classic recipes with authentic Italian ingredients, seasonal produce and meats from local purveyors. Award-winning wine list, regional craft beers, handcrafted cocktails, tapas and wood-fired pizza. $$$ FB K TO R L D Daily TOWN HALL 2012 San Marco Blvd., 398-0726, townhalljax.com California-inspired American cuisine with an intimate, modern vibe, Chef Tom Gray’s newest venture uses local seasonal ingredients as much as possible. HH daily. $$$ FB D Nightly; Su brunch

FRENCH CUISINE

BISTRO AIX 1440 San Marco Blvd., 398-1949, bistrox.com French- and Mediterranean-inspired fare in an urban-chic atmosphere in the historic district. The menu changes seasonally, and the wine list has 250-plus choices. The wood-fired oven baked and grilled specialties include pizza, pasta, risotto, steaks and seafood. HH M-F; hand-

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS crafted cocktails, specialty drinks. Outdoor dining. $$$ FB L M-F; D Nightly FIVE POINTS TAVERN 1521 Margaret St., Riverside, 549-5063, fivepointstavern.com New American cosmopolitan place serves chefcurated dishes with a French accent in a relaxed environment. $$ FB TO L & D Tu-Su THE MAGNIFICAT CAFÉ 231 N. Laura St., Downtown, 353-3588, magnificatcafe.com On Hemming Plaza, the French-style café serves French onion soup, quiche Lorraine and fresh fruit salad. Dine indoors or out on the covered patio. $ TO L M-F RESTAURANT ORSAY 3630 Park St., Riverside, 381-0909, restaurantorsay.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist The French/Southern American bistro serves steak frites, mussels and Alsatian pork chops in an elegant setting, with an emphasis on locally grown organic ingredients. $$$ FB R Su; D Nightly

GERMAN CUISINE

HOPTINGER BIER GARDEN & SAUSAGE HOUSE 333 First St. N., Jax Beach, 222-0796, hoptinger.com 200 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 217-8100 1037 Park St., Riverside, 903-4112 A modern “Baverican” bier garden with 62 taps flowing craft beers, as well as creative liquor libations. The menu has sausage dogs, burgers, handhelds and more Bavarian-inspired gastropub fare. Daily HH, Sun. brunch. $$ FB TO L D Daily

GLOBAL & INTERNATIONAL CUISINE

619 OCEAN VIEW 619 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra, 285-6198, sawgrassmarriott.com At Cabana Beach Club. Dining with a Mediterranean touch, with fresh seafood, grilled steaks and weekly specials. Dine on a balcony overlooking the ocean. $$$ FB D W-Su BURLINGAME RESTAURANT 20 S. Fifth St., Fernandina, 432-7671, burlingamerestaurant.com In a striking new building just off Centre Street, the Fanellis have created a dining

experience like no other on the island: ‘madefrom-scratch food, unobtrusive service in a relaxed atmosphere,’ according to the website. The menu at the fine dining place changes quarterly, focusing on elegantly prepared dishes (six apps, seven mains) made with quality seasonal ingredients. Diver scallops, smoked pork ribs. $$$ BW D Tu-Sa CASA MARINA INN & RESTAURANT 691 First St. N., Jax Beach, 270-0025, casamarinahotel.com The historic 1924 structure is the oldest in Jax Beach; dine indoors, on the verandah or in the oceanfront courtyard. The daily menu has crab cakes, pulled pork sliders, and homemade breads. Lunch includes burgers, tacos and sandwiches. $$ FB R, Su; L Tu-F; D Nightly COSTA BRAVA 95 Cordova St., St. Augustine, 810-6810, casamonica.com In Casa Monica Hotel, the restaurant offers a mezestyle menu with fresh and flavorful coastal cuisine, as well as crafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. $$$ FB R Su; B Daily; L M-Sa; D Nightly DAVID’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 802 Ash St., Fernandina, 310-6049, ameliaislanddavids.com The fine-dining place serves steaks, fresh seafood, rack of lamb, ribeye, Chilean sea bass. Chef Wesley Cox has created a lounge menu. Live music twice a week. $$$ FB D Nightly DWIGHT’S MEDITERRANEAN STYLE BISTRO 1527 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 241-4496, dwightsbistro.com The small bistro specializes in hand-rolled pasta and grilled vegetables. Owner/Chef Dwight DeLude prepares meals in an exhibition kitchen and all dishes, including sea scallops and crab cakes, include pasta and veggies. With limited seating, reservations are suggested. $$$$ BW D Tu-Sa ELEVEN SOUTH 216 11th Ave. S., Jax Beach, 241-1112, elevensouth.com Elegance at the beach, Eleven South serves New American eclectic cuisine. There’s a mesquite grill and courtyard dining, and a selection of fine wines. Reservations suggested. $$$ FB L Tu-F; D Nightly HOBNOB 220 Riverside Ave., Ste. 110, 513-4272, hobnobwithus.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist This Unity Plaza place serves cuisine driven by global inspirations, with local intentions–ahi poke tuna, jumbo lump crab tacos. $$ FB TO R L D Daily JOE’S 2ND STREET BISTRO 14 S. Second St., Fernandina, 321-2558, joesbistro.com Joe’s offers upscale New American fare with French, Creole, Asian and low country influences. Seating in dining room, out in a large, New Orleans-style courtyard, or up on the porch with an Intracoastal view. $$ BW L D W-M LE PAVILLON 45 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 824-6202, lepav.com One of the oldest restaurants in the area, it’s family-owned and operated. The rack of lamb, bouillabaisse and Norwegian salmon are popular, as are the duck and the Dover sole. $$ FB L D Tu-Su

Expand your flavor horizons to infinity and beyond at Riverside newcomer THE BREAD & BOARD, offering salads, soups and sandwiches, along with meat, cheese and vegetable boards that are out of this world.

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Get your sea legs at family-owned and operated THE CRAB TRAP in Historic Fernandina Beach, where you’ll find a full bar and a litany of the finest scaled, finned, shelled and shucked dishes around in a vibrant, wharf-like space. MATTHEW’S 2107 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 396-9922, matthewsrestaurant.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist This is Chef Matthew Medure’s flagship restaurant; fine dining in a refined, Europeanstyle atmosphere, specializing in artfully presented cuisine; the lounge offers small plates, an extensive martini and wine list and a HH M-F. Reservations recommended. $$$$ FB D M-Sa MEZZA RESTAURANT & BAR 110 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-5573, mezzarestaurantandbar.com The near-the-ocean eatery (in Beaches Town Center) has been around 20-plus years, serving casual bistro fare like gourmet wood-fired pizzas to nightly specials. Dine indoors or out on the covered patio. HH Tu and Th. Valet parking. $$$ FB K D M-Sa NORTH BEACH BISTRO 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 6, Atlantic Beach, 372-4105, nbbistro.com Bite Club Certified The casual neighborhood eatery serves handcut steaks, fresh seafood and a tapas menu. An extensive wine list and HH are offered. $$$ FB K TO R Su; L D Tu-Su OCEAN 60 RESTAURANT, WINE BAR & MARTINI ROOM 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-0060, ocean60.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Continental cuisine includes fresh seafood, nightly dinner specials, and a seasonal menu served in the formal dining room or the more casual Martini Room. $$$ FB D M-Sa 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 M-Sa THE PATIO PLACE 416 Ash St., Fernandina, 410-3717, patioplacebistro.com The bistro/wine bar/crêperie has a full menu of eclectic global tastes, using crêpes every way

imaginable–starters, entrées, shareables and desserts, served in an atmosphere that promotes gathering together. $$ BW TO B L D Tu-Su RAINTREE RESTAURANT 102 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 824-7211, raintreerestaurant.com In an 1879 Victorian home for 35-plus years, Raintree offers steak and seafood, and patio dining. Reservations accepted; HH. $$$ FB D Nightly RESTAURANT MEDURE 818 A1A N., Ponte Vedra, 543-3797, restaurantmedure.us Chef David Medure creates dishes with a wide range of flavors from around the world. The lounge offers small plates, creative drinks and HH. $$$ FB D M-Sa RUE SAINT MARC 2103 San Marco Blvd., 619-0861, ruesaintmarc.com The Medures have done it again–opened a brand new upscale restaurant, this time in the heart of San Marco. Executive Chef Scott Alters’ French American menu includes innovative dishes and Beverage Director Gabrielle Saul’s skills are poured into every craft cocktail. $$$ FB L D M-Sa

GREEK, MEDITERRANEAN & MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE 13 GYPSIES

887 Stockton St., Riverside, 389-0330, 13gypsies.com 2016 Best of Jax winner The intimate bistro serves authentic Mediterranean peasant cuisine updated for American tastes, specializing in chorizo, tapas, blackened cod, pork skewers, risotto of the day and coconut mango curry chicken. Breads are made from scratch onsite. $$ BW L D Tu-Sa, R Sa ATHENS CAFÉ 6271 St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 7, Mandarin, 733-1199, athenscafe.com

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS From the dolmades (stuffed grape leaves) to baby shoes (stuffed eggplant), Athens has all the faves, plus Greek beers. $$ FB L M-F; D M-Sa THE CASBAH CAFÉ 3628 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 981-9966, thecasbahcafe.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine are served on the patio or in the hookah lounge, where diners sit on ottomans at low tables. Hookah pipes. $$ BW L D Daily GREEK STREET CAFÉ 3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., Ste. 106, Southside, 503-0620, greekstreetcafe.com Fresh, authentic, modern fare from Greek owners. Gyros, spanakopita, dolmades, falafel, Greek nachos. Award-winning Greek wines. $$ BW K TO L D M-Sa HALA CAFÉ & BAKERY 4323 University Blvd. S., Southside, 733-5141 The Jacksonville institution–since 1975–serves homemade pita bread, kabobs, falafel, tabouli and a daily lunch buffet. The adjacent store carries delicacies from all over the world. $$ BW TO L D M-Sa HOVAN MEDITERRANEAN GOURMET 2005 Park St., Ste. 1, 5 Points, 381-9394, hovan5points.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Hovan has traditional cuisine, like freshly made hummus, baba ghannoush and gyros. Patio dining. Hookahs available. $ BW L D M-Sa MANDALOUN MEDITERRANEAN LEBANESE CUISINE 9862 Old Baymeadows Rd., 646-1881, mandalounjax.com Bite Club certified

Owner Pierre Barakat offers authentic Lebanese cuisine: charcoal-grilled lamb kebabs, fattoush, baba ghanouj, falafel. Belly dancing. Outdoor seating. $$ FB K TO L D Daily MEDITERRANIA RESTAURANT 3877 Baymeadows Rd., 731-2898, mediterraniarestaurant.com The Old World atmosphere at the family-ownedand-operated Greek and Italian restaurant is a local favorite–for nearly 30 years. Fresh seafood, veal chops and rack of lamb are among the specialties. $$ BW L M-F; D M-Sa THE OLIVE TREE MEDITERRANEAN GRILLE 1705 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 396-2250, theolivetreemediterraneangrille.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Mediterranean fare includes healthy plates, hummus, tabouli, grape leaves, veggie kibbi, and gyros. $$ BW L D M-F TAVERNA YAMAS 9753 Deer Lake Ct., Southside, 854-0426, tavernayamas.com Bite Club certified The popular Greek restaurant serves char-broiled kabobs, seafood and traditional Greek wines and desserts. Daily HH. $$ FB K TO L D Daily THEO’S RESTAURANT 169 King St., St. Augustine, 824-5022 On the San Sebastian River, Theo’s is just far enough away from the heart of historic downtown that it’s a go-to place for locals and tourists alike. Favorites include seafood and Greek dishes. $ B L Daily ZODIAC BAR & GRILL 120 W. Adams St., Downtown, 354-8283, thezodiacbarandgrill.com Owners/managers Jeriees Ewais and Rima Ewais Wegener serve up Mediterranean and American fare, like paninis and vegetarian dishes, in a casual atmosphere. The daily lunch buffet is a Downtown favorite. Espressos and hookahs available. HH M-F. $ FB L M-F; D W-Sa

HOME COOKIN’

AUNT KATE’S 612 Euclid Ave., St. Augustine, 829-1105, aunt-kates.com The casual spot has an expansive Tolomato River view and a focus on seafood. Burgers, pasta dishes, steak and ribs 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 cook fried chicken, okra, sweet corn nuggets, country-fried steak, gizzards, chicken livers, fish, shrimp. creamed peas, gravy, cole slaw, biscuits, fruit cobbler, fries, rice … at the same site since 1939. $ K TO L D Tu-Su COL. MUSTARD’S PHABULOUS PHAT BURGERS 1722 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 247-5747, jaxbestburgers.com The Colonel serves hamburgers and more, with an attitude. Breakfast is served all day, featuring five-egg omelets and French toast. Delivery available. $ K TO B L D Daily COMFORT. A SOUTHERN BISTRO 2777 W. University Blvd., Ste. 32, Lakewood, 683-7182 This neighborhood joint is brand new and ready to serve comfort food: chicken & waffles, meatloaf sandwiches, fired green tomatoes, Thanksgiving sandwich (sounds yum), mac & cheese and collards. Blueberry biscuit pie for dessert. This place outcooks your mom. $$ BW K TO L D Tu-Sa; Brunch Su ELLEN’S KITCHEN 241 Third St., Neptune Beach, 372-4099 Serving the Beaches since 1962, and now at its fourth location (as far as we can recall), the busy kitchen, famed for its homemade sausage gravy and hash browns, serves full breakfast all day. Sandwiches, BLTs and patty melts. There’s usually a line for breakfast on weekends. $ TO B L Daily FOOD ADDICTZ GRILL 1044 Edgewood Ave. S., Avondale, 240-1987 The family-and-veteran-owned restaurant is all about home cooking. Customer favorites include barbecued pulled pork, blackened chicken, Caesar wrap and the Portobello mushroom burger. $ K TO B L D Tu-Su SIMPLY SARA’S 2902 Corinthian Ave., Ortega, 387-1000, simplysaras.net Down-home fare from scratch: eggplant fries, pimento cheese, baked chicken, fruit cobblers, chicken & dumplings, desserts. BYOB. $$ K TO L D Tu-Sa, B Sa SOUL FOOD BISTRO 5310 Lenox Ave., Ste. 1, Westside, 394-0860, thesoulfoodbistro.com SOUL FOOD BISTRO II 11876 Atlantic Blvd., 394-2801 2016 Best of Jax finalist Owned by Potters House Christian Fellowship, the cafeteria-style restaurant serves traditional Southern favorites: Fried chicken, greens, mac &

This spring, Al Mansur, the genius behind Al’s Pizza, which has won so many Best of Jax awards we’re starting to lose count, launched a new concept with CRAFT PIZZA CO. in Neptune Beach, serving innovative dishes and California-inspired pies cooked in a high-heat brick oven that are, simply put, magnifico.

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cheese, cornbread and other regional delights. $ TO L D Tu-Su SOUTHERN CHARM 3566 St. Augustine Rd., San Marco, 517-3637, artscrackercooking.com Chef Art Jennette’s menu includes barbecue, shrimp, chicken, seafood, and a ton of sides (fried green tomatoes)–down-home comfort food. Dine inside or out. $ K TO L Tu-Su; D Tu-Sa

INDIAN CUISINE

THE 5th ELEMENT 9485 Baymeadows Rd., 448-8265, my5thelement.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist A variety of authentic Indian, South Indian and Indochinese dishes, a large lunch buffet of lamb, goat and chicken dishes, and tandoori and biryani items are served. $$ BW K L D Daily INDIA’S RESTAURANT 9802 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 8, 620-0777, indiajax.com 2016 Best of Jax winner India’s has claimed many of our readers’ poll Best of Jax wins for authentic Indian cuisine, offering a popular lunch buffet. Dishes include curry and vegetable, lamb, chicken, shrimp and fish tandoori. $$ BW L M-Sa; D Nightly JAXMINT INDIAN RESTAURANT 8490 Baymeadows Rd., 367-1821, jaxmint.com The place serves an innovative style of authentic and traditional Indian cuisine. A daily lunch buffet is available. Daily HH. $ L D Daily

ITALIAN CUISINE

AMICI ITALIAN RESTAURANT 1915B A1A S., St. Augustine Beach, 461-0102, amicistaugustine.com The family-owned-and-operated place has traditional pasta, veal, steak and seafood dishes. Daily HH. $$ FB K L D Daily CAFFÉ ANDIAMO 500 Sawgrass Village Dr., Ponte Vedra, 280-2299, caffeandiamo-pvb.com The fine dining restaurant offers fresh seafood, veal, steak, pizza prepared in a copper woodburning oven. There are daily specials and 75 wines by the glass. Customer favorites include fracosta loco and cappesanti di mare. Dine on the outdoor patio or inside. $$$ FB D Nightly CASA DORA 108 E. Forsyth, Downtown, 356-8282, casadoraitalian.com Serving genuine Italian fare for 40-plus years; dishes like veal, seafood and gourmet pizza. The homemade salad dressing is a specialty. $$ BW K L M-F; D M-Sa CIAO ITALIAN BISTRO 302 Centre St., Fernandina, 206-4311, ciaobistro-luca.com Owners Luca and Kim Misciasci offer fine Italian bistro fare in an intimate spot. Veal piccata, rigatoni Bolognese, antipasto; house specialties are chicken Ciao, homemade-style meat lasagna. $$ FB D Tu-Su ENZA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 109, Mandarin, 268-4458, enzas.net 2016 Best of Jax finalist The family-owned place offers casual fine dining, specializing in Italian cuisine, veal and seafood dishes like seafood lasagna. Daily specials. $$$ FB K TO D Tu-Su FRATELLI’S ITALIAN AMERICAN CUISINE 415 Anastasia Blvd., Anastasia Island, 819-1760 The neighborhood Italian place with a cozy atmosphere offers Italian-American specialties, including meat lasagna, veal parmigiana, almond-crusted salmon and chicken Verona. $$ BW TO D M-Sa GUSTO 1266 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 372-9925, gustojax.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist The restaurant serves handmade classic Old World Roman cuisine, from a vast, varied Italian menu: homestyle pasta, beef, chicken and fish delicacies, using fresh local ingredients. There’s an open pizza-tossing kitchen. Reservations encouraged. $$ FB TO L R D Tu-Su IL DESCO 2665 Park St., Riverside, 290-6711, ildescojax.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Modern, authentic Italian cuisine, including wood-fired pizzas, pasta made daily onsite, baked Italian dishes, a raw bar, and must-have, wood-fired Carne Grande pizza. Handcrafted cocktails. Daily HH. $$-$$$ FB TO K L D Daily JOEY MOZZARELLA 930 Blanding Blvd., Ste. D, Orange Park, 579-4748, letseat.at/joeymozzarellaonline Calzones, strombolis and lasagna are customer

faves, and all the pizza pies are available stuffed. BYOB. $$ K TO L D Daily MATT’S ITALIAN CUISINE 2771 Monument Rd., Ste. 8, Arlington, 646-4411, mattsitalian.com For 18-plus years, Matt’s been serving seafood, stromboli and veal, and other authentic Italian dishes, cooked-to order. Delivery available. $$ BW TO L D Daily MILANO’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 21, Intracoastal, 646-9119 1504 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 339-0909, mymilanospizza.com The casual, family-owned restaurant and pizzeria serves homestyle Italian fare, like thin-crust New York-style pizzas, veal and baked dishes. Delivery service. $$ FB K TO L D Daily MILL BASIN 1754 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 644-8172, mill-basin.com Serving modern interpretations of classic Italian fare with fresh ingredients, locally sourced when possible, craft cocktails and local craft beers, in an upscale atmosphere. Latenight menu available. Daily HH, brunch Sun. $$ FB D Tu-Sa; Brunch Su NAPOLI’S PASTARIA 3787 Palm Valley Rd., Ste. 104, 273-0006, napolispastaria.com It’s traditional Italian dishes, like veal, pasta and hand-tossed and specialty pizzas. Delivery available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily PASTA MARKET ITALIAN RESTAURANT & CLAM BAR 1930 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-9551, pastamarketitalianrestaurant.com The family-owned-and-operated place offers gourmet pizzas, veal, chicken, mussels, shrimp, grouper and (of course) pastas: spaghetti, fettuccine, lasagna, ziti, calzones, linguini, tortellini. $$ BW K D Nightly PERARD’S PIZZA & ITALIAN CUISINE 11043 Crystal Springs Rd., Ste. 2, Westside, 378-8131, perardspizza.com Family-owned place specializes in homemade sauces, dough, lasagna and desserts. Traditional Italian fare includes gourmet pizza toppings. $ FB K TO L D Daily POPPY’S ITALIANO 832 A1A, Ste. 1, Ponte Vedra, 273-7272, poppysitaliano.net Family-owned-and-operated Poppy’s serves fresh gourmet Italian dishes and familiar faves. Dine inside or outdoors; carry out or drive-thru. $$ BW K TO L D Daily PRIMI PIATTI 2722 Park St., Riverside, 389-5545, primipiattijax.com The Northern Italian-style restaurant (the name means first plate in Italian) offers dishes made with fresh ingredients, daily specials, pastas and she-crab soup. $$$ BW K L D M-Sa ROMA’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA 14965 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 880-2000, romasitalianpizzeria.com More than 100 items made with authentic Italian spices and herbs. Specialties are veal, baked seafood, and gourmet pizzas. $$ FB K TO L D Daily SANTIONI’S CUCINA ITALIANA RESTAURANT 11531 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 8, Mandarin, 262-5190, santionisjax.com SANTIONI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 3535 U.S. 17, Ste. 15, Fleming Island, 264-1331, santionisitalianrestaurant.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Authentic Italian cuisine, desserts and an extensive wine list. Wine tastings twice a month. $$ BW K D Nightly SHIRAZ PIZZA & ITALIAN GRILLE 3980 Southside Blvd., Ste. 204, 738-8787, shirazjacksonville.com The Italian restaurant offers an AYCE pizza lunch special, as well as sandwiches, subs and baked dishes. Delivery. $ BW K TO L D Daily SORRENTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT 6943 St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 636-9196 Luciano Russo and his family opened Sorrento 20-plus years ago. The menu features fish Francese and lamb Torinese, and entrées include a salad, bread and a side of spaghetti. $$$ BW D Tu-Su TOSCANA LITTLE ITALY 4440 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 900-1059, toscanajax.com The 150-seat place has Tuscan yellow walls, cherrywood tables and chairs, and tile floors. An extensive menu has traditional Italian dishes. $$ FB TO L M-F; D M-Sa TRASCA & CO. EATERY 155 Tourside Dr., Ste. 1500, Ponte Vedra, 395-3989, trascaandco.com

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS The eatery specializes in handcrafted Italianinspired sandwiches, craft beers–many local choices–and craft coffees. $$ BW TO L R D Daily VINO’S PIZZA & GRILL 1430 San Marco Blvd., 683-2444, vinossanmarcoblvd.com 9910 Old Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1, 641-7171, vinospizzabaymeadows.com Vino’s has hand-tossed New York-style, thincrust pizzas, as well as Sicilian-style, thick-crust pizzas. Big salads, baked dishes, subs, stromboli, wings and wraps, too. $ K L D Daily

JAPANESE & KOREAN CUISINE

CRAZY SUSHI 4320 Deerwood Lake Pkwy., Ste. 202, 998-9797, crazysushijax.com The place serves a full sushi bar, hibachi, sashimi, katsu, sake and tempura dishes. Favorite rolls are the Dynamite, Cold and spicy Manhattan. $$ FB L D Daily FOO DOG CURRY TRADERS 869 Stockton St., Riverside, 551-0327, badwolftraders.com Finally! A restaurant that’s ready to truly offer new things. Chef Kirk Howard, (13 Gypsies owner) just opened Foo Dog, featuring Southeast Asian made-from-scratch food that’s naturally gluten-free and starts out as vegan. It’s up to the diner to make the changes to create the meal; each dish is made to be customized. Housemade curries complement a variety of meats and vegetables. $$ L D Tu-Sa FUSION SUSHI 1550 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 636-8688, fusionsushijax.com The upscale sushi spot serves a variety of fresh sushi, sashimi, hibachi, teriyaki and kiatsu, as well as fresh seafood. $$ K L D Daily KABUKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR 1147 Amelia Plaza, Fernandina, 277-8782, kabukijapanesesteakhouse.com Certified Angus steaks, fresh seafood, all MSGfree. Japanese fare, unlimited sushi bar. The teppan art of cooking entertains as chefs prepare food before you. $$ BW TO D Tu-Su KAMIYA 86 1286 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 853-6602, kamiya86.com New Asian fusion cuisine, sushi–takka don, octopus, red clam, eel–and Thai dishes, like panang curry. Noodle and rice dishes. $$ FB TO L D Daily KAZU SUSHI BURRITO 117 W. Adams St., Downtown, 438-5020 6025 Butler Point Rd., Ste. 104, Southside, 683-6391, kazusushiburrito.com Choose items from the menu or craft your own sushi burrito, poke bowl or salad from a variety of ingredients. The portions are generous, the place itself is clean and bright and the friendly staff can guide you in your quest for the perfect creation at this concept restaurant. Fan fave: Dynamite burrito. Dine inside or out. The Adams Street Kazu is closed Sun. $$ K TO L D Daily MIKADO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 10460 Avenues Walk Blvd., Mandarin, 260-8860, mikadojax.com Serving traditional Japanese cuisine for 20-plus years. The big sushi bar seats more than 25 diners. Lunch buffet M-F; 12 hibachi tables. $$ FB TO L D Daily NAGASAKI SUSHI & GRILL 12400 Yellow Bluff Rd., Northside, 751-2311, nagasakisushiandgrill.com The place has an authentic traditional menu, teriyaki and tempura dishes, plus hibachi, sushi and satsumi items. Bento boxes and lunch specials. $$ L D Daily OISHII 4375 Southside Blvd., Ste. 4, 928-3223, oishiijapanesejacksonville.com

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The new family-and-veteran-owned FOOD ADDICTZ GRILL is all about home cooking: barbecued pulled pork, blackened chicken, Caesar wrap and the Portobello mushroom burger. It’s right on Edgewood Avenue South, a great place to get in the habit of down-home fare.

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The Manhattan-style Japanese fusion cuisine features fresh, high-grade sushi, lunch specials and hibachi items. $$ BW K TO L D Tu-Su OSAKA GRILL SUSHI BUFFET 11701 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 886-7778 More than 150 items offered at the Chinese and Japanese buffet, like soups, spareribs, a sushi bar, roast duck and ice cream. Kids under 12 dine at a discount. Buffet carry-out. $$ 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 has a sushi bar and hibachi tables, as well as a full authentic Japanese menu. $$$ BW K TO L D Daily SAKE HOUSE JAPANESE GRILL SUSHI BAR 824 Lomax St., Riverside, 301-1188, sakehousejax.com Traditional Japanese cuisine and a wide variety of fresh sushi, sashimi, kiatsu, teriyaki and hibachi in an authentic atmosphere. Sake, too. $$ BW L D Daily SAKE SUSHI 8206 Philips Hwy., Ste. 31, Southside, 647-6000, jacksonvillesakesushi.com The spot serves sushi, hibachi, teriyaki, tempura, katsu, donburi and noodle soups. Sushi rolls include Fuji Yama, Ocean Blue and Fat Boy. $$ FB K L D M-Sa

SUSHI BEAR RESTAURANT 4530 St. Johns Ave., Ste. 9, Avondale, 503-0690, sushibearjax.com Authentic Japanese fare: sushi rolls, specials, kid hibachi, more. $$ BW K TO L D Daily SUSHI CAFÉ 2025 Riverside Ave., Ste. 204, 384-2888, sushicafejacksonville.com 2016 Best of Jax winner A variety of sushi, like popular Monster Roll and Jimmy Smith Roll, plus faves like Rock-n-Roll and Dynamite Roll, are served, as well as hibachi, tempura, katsu and teriyaki. Dine indoors or on the patio. $$ BW L D Daily TOMO JAPANESE CUISINE & ART 1253 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 372-4369, tomojapanesejacksonville.com Fresh, authentic, upscale Japanese cuisine is created here–it’s Japanese-owned–like fresh handmade sushi, hibachi grill items and homemade-style dishes. $$ FB K L D M-Sa WAKAME JAPANESE & THAI CUISINE 104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste. 108, St. Johns, 230-6688, wakamejax.com The fine-dining restaurant offers authentic Japanese and Thai cuisine, a full sushi menu, curries and pad dishes. $$ BW K L D Daily WASABI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR 10206 River Coast Dr., Southside, 997-6528, wasabi-steakhouse.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Authentic Japanese cuisine and amazing teppanyaki shows. A full sushi menu is served. $$$ FB K L D Daily

MEXICAN CUISINE

CAMPECHE BAY CANTINA 127 First Ave. N., Jax Beach, 249-3322, campechebaycantina.com Chili rellenos, tamales, fajitas, enchiladas, fish tacos, fried ice cream, homemade margaritas and HH twice a day. $$ FB K D Nightly; R Sa & Su

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS CANTINA LOUIE 725 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 372-0123 1900 U.S. 1, St. Augustine, 770-2608 960062 Gateway Blvd., 310-9675, cantinalouie.com The affordable, fun Mexican cantina specializes in innovative tacos and authentic Mexican street food. $$ FB K L D Daily CASA MARIA 12961 N. Main St., Ste. 104, Northside, 757-6411 2429 S. Third St., Jax Beach, 372-9000, casamariajaxbeach.com 14965 Old St. Augustine Rd., Southside, 619-8186, casamariajax.com The family-owned-and-operated restaurant offers authentic Mexican food, like fajitas, burritos and seafood dishes, as well as a variety of hot sauces made in-house. The specialty is carne asada. Margaritas, too. At the beach spot, dine on the patio. $$ FB K L D Daily CASTILLO DE MEXICO 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 19, Intracoastal, 998-7006, castillodemexico.net The restaurant, in business for 15-plus years, offers an extensive menu served in authentic Mexican décor. Weekday lunch buffet. $$ FB L D Daily

CORNER TACO 818 Post St., Riverside, 240-0412, cornertaco.com Made-from-scratch “Mexclectic street food”– tacos, nachos, salads–with an innovative presentation. There are gluten-free and vegetarian options. $ BW L D Tu-Su 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, elpotrorestaurant.com Family-friendly, everything fresh, made-toorder–fast, hot and simple. It’s a friendly spot– there’s even a photo of an ICE agent on the wall! Daily specials, buffet at most locations. $ FB L D Daily HOLA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1001 N. Main St., Springfield, 356-3100, holamexicanrestaurant.com Customers drive from all over to this spot. Authentic fresh Mexican fare, like fajitas, burritos and enchiladas, and daily specials. HH daily; sangria, too. $ BW K TO L D M-Sa LA NOPALERA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1631 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 399-1768 4530 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 388-8828 14333 Beach Blvd., 992-1666 1930 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, 276-2776 1571 C.R. 220, Ste. 100, Fleming Island, 215-2223 11700 San Jose Blvd., 288-0175 8818 Atlantic Blvd., 720-0106 8206 Philips Hwy., 732-9433, lanopalerarest.com 2016 Best of Jax winner The popular spots offer tamales, fajitas and pork tacos. Some locations have a full bar. $$ FB K TO L D Daily LOLA’S BURRITO & BURGER JOINT 1522 King St., Riverside, 738-7181, lolasburritojoint.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Latin-themed Lola’s offers 25-plus kinds of freshcooked-to-order burritos, plus burgers, tacos, empanadas and yucca fries. More than 50 craft beers, some local, as well as signature margaritas.

Take a seat and support a local business that supports local businesses at upscale, casual downtown eatery BELLWETHER, the newest addition to restaurateur Jonathan Insetta’s family of eateries that includes siblings Black Sheep, Restaurant Orsay, and BLK SHP at Intuition.

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Sunday brunch means bottomless mimosas. $$ FB K R L D Daily LOS LOROS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 5210 Baymeadows Rd., 367-0437, loslorosjax.com Authentic Mexican fare, fajitas and vegetarian dishes. Margaritas are featured. $ FB K L D Daily PEPE’S HACIENDA Y RESTAURANT 3615 DuPont Ave., Ste. 900, Lakewood, 636-8131 The place includes an ethnic grocery store. Pepe’s offers authentic burritos, tortillas, seafood, soups and fresh-baked in-house breads. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily PEPPER’S MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA 530 Centre St., Fernandina, 277-2011 96096 Lofton Square Ct., Yulee, 491-6955 The casual, family-friendly restaurant offers daily specials, and HH runs all day, every day. Margaritas are featured. $$ FB K L D Daily THE PIER CANTINA & SANDBAR 412 N. First St., Jax Beach, 246-6454, thepierjax.com Casual oceanfront restaurant offers a Mexican-influenced menu. Downstairs in the Sandbar, there’s live music Tue.-Sun. Dine indoors or on the oceanfront patio. HH M-F. $$ FB L D Daily SAUCY TACO 450 S.R. 13 N., Ste. 113, Julington, 287-8226, saucytaco.com Authentic light Mexican and American influences are apparent in each dish. There are 40 beers on draft. $$ FB K TO L D Daily SURFING SOMBRERO 221 First St. N., Jax Beach, 834-9377 The Sombrero serves a substantial menu of authentic items diners can enjoy gazing at the Atlantic Ocean. Drink specials. Dine inside or outside. $$ FB L D W-Su TACOLU BAJA MEXICANA 1712 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 249-8226, tacolu.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Fresh, Baja-style fare with a focus on fish tacos, tequila (135-plus) 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 Sa & Su; L D Tu-Su

NEIGHBORHOOD HANGOUTS

A1A ALE WORKS 1 King St., St. Augustine, 829-2977, a1aaleworks.com The two-story brew pub, overlooking the restored Bridge of Lions, makes six varieties of beer and serves New World cuisine, indoors or out on the balcony. $$ FB L D Daily ALICE & PETE’S PUB 1000 PGA Tour Blvd., Ponte Vedra, 285-7777, sawgrassmarriott.com Inspired by World Golf Hall of Famers Alice and Pete Dye, architects of Stadium and Valley courses, the pub offers Northeast Florida flavors and Alice & Pete’s favorites, like Dominican black bean soup and Pete’s bourbon pecan pie. Outside dining. $$$ FB L D Daily AMELIA TAVERN RESTAURANT & BREWPUB 318 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 310-6088, theameliatavern.com Contemporary hand-crafted, locally sourced comfort fare: local shrimp, small/big plates, organic greens, sandwiches. Good beer selection; wine on tap. $$ FB TO D M; L & D Tu-Sa; Brunch Su ANGIE’S SUBS 1436 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 246-2519 ANGIE’S GROM SUBS 204 Third Ave. S., Jax Beach, 241-3663 2016 Best of Jax finalist Home of the original baked sub, Angie’s has been serving hot or cold subs subs, made with the freshest ingredients, to devoted locals for 25-plus years. One word: Peruvian. Huge salads and blue-ribbon iced tea. Grom, the kid brother, serves Sun. brunch and subs, but no alcohol. $ BW K TO L D Daily BARZ LIQUORS & FISH CAMP 9560 Heckscher Dr., Northside, 251-3330 This authentic fish camp is a real neighborhood joint–biker-friendly and American-owned– and it supports veterans with participation in Wreaths Across America. There’s a package store on the premises and it’s on the way to Huguenot Park. $ FB L D Daily BEACHCOMBER RESTAURANT 2 A St., St. Augustine Beach, 471-3744 One of the few spots in St. Augustine where you can eat on the beach, the casual spot serves a full lunch and dinner menu like fresh local oysters, shrimp, seafood, Baja fish tacos and Beachcomber’s award-winning chowder. Dine inside or out at picnic tables. $$ BW K L D Daily

BEACH HUT CAFÉ 1281 S. Third St., Jax Beach, 249-3516 Celebrating nearly 30 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 (get the darn good grits); hot plate specials M-F. Expect a wait on weekends–this place packs out. $ K TO B R L Daily THE BLIND RABBIT WHISKEY BAR 311 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 595-5915, theblindrabbitwhiskeybar.com A variety of New American burgers–try the whiskey smoked burger served on a brioche bun and a maple bacon milkshake for dessert. $$ FB L D Daily BOONDOCKS GRILL & BAR 2808 Henley Rd., Green Cove Springs, 406-9497, boondocksrocks.com Great bar food: burgers, steaks, coconut shrimp. We hear the fried green beans app is tops. Craft beers, friendly service–the whole nine yards in a rustic, casual atmosphere. Drink specials, HH. $ FB K TO L D Daily CAP’S ON THE WATER 4325 Myrtle St., Vilano Beach, 824-8794, capsonthewater.com The Intracoastal place is a Vilano Beach mainstay, serving coastal cuisine indoors or out on a large, oak-shaded deck. Kids romp along the water while grownups enjoy a long meal (fresh local shrimp, raw oyster bar) or a sunset. Boat access. $$ FB K L F-Su; D Nightly CHEERS PARK AVENUE 1138 Park Ave., Orange Park, 269-4855, cheersparkave.com Southern/Cajun mix of Boar’s Head and Nathan’s, plus homestyle sauces, soups, handbattered flounder sandwiches, Cajun BLTs, burgers and wings. $$ FB TO L D Daily CLIFF’S BAR & GRILL 3033 Monument Rd., Ste. 2, Intracoastal, 645-5162 Cliff ’s features 8-ounce burgers, wings, seafood, homemade pizza and other daily specials, including the weekend handcut 12-ounce New York strip. Weekday HH. Smoking permitted. $$ FB TO L D Daily EPIK BURGER 12740 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 105, Intracoastal, 374-7326, epikburger.com More than 35 burgers made from quality grass-fed beef, ahi tuna, all-natural chicken and vegan are created with innovative recipes; gluten-free options are available. $ TO L D M-Sa EUROPEAN STREET CAFE 992 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 249-3001 2753 Park St., Riverside, 384-9999 5500 Beach Blvd., Southside, 398-1717 1704 San Marco Blvd., 398-9500, europeanstreet.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist With 130-plus imported beers, 20 on tap, E-Street (each one is family-owned-and-operated) knows its beers and ales. The NYC-style sandwich menu includes a classic Reuben, overstuffed sandwiches. Dine outside at some EStreets. $ BW K L D Daily GAS FULL SERVICE RESTAURANT 9 Anastasia Blvd., Ste. C, St. Augustine, 217-0326 2016 Best of Jax finalist The changing menu items are fresh, local and homemade. Casual fare like meatloaf and veggie and traditional burgers, seafood and steaks, as well as seasonal, daily specials and made-from-scratch desserts. It’s comfort food with an innovative twist. $$ BW K TO L D Tu-Sa GIGI’S RESTAURANT 3130 Hartley Rd., Mandarin, 694-4300, gigisbuffet.com In the Ramada, Gigi’s serves a prime rib and crab leg buffet F and Sa, blue-jean brunch on Su, daily breakfast buffet and lunch and dinner buffets. $$$ FB B R L D Daily HAMBURGER MARY’S BAR & GRILLE 3333 Beach Blvd., Ste. 1, San Marco, 551-2048, hamburgermarys.com Wings, sammies, nachos, entrées, specialty drinks, gourmet burgers–made with beef, blackbean, turkey or chicken. $$ K TO FB L D Daily HIGHTIDE BURRITO COMPANY 1538 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 683-7396, hightideburrito.com Locally-owned-and-operated by Alejandro Juarez, the casual Mexican place has homemade salsas, marinades and tortillas. Beef, pork, fish or cactus are served in burritos, tacos, salads or tortas. $ FB K B L D Daily HOURGLASS PUB & COFFEE HOUSE 345 E. Bay St., Downtown, 469-1719, hourglasspub.com In The Elbow area, the lively spot offers a variety of beers–craft, local and more–wines, cocktails and coffees. Hookahs. $$ D Tu-Su

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envi en viro vi ronm ro nm men enta tall st tud udi dies ies de ddegree. egr gree And environmental studies the way that made sense to me– to implement my environmental ethics–was to try to make a business where you could realistically operate ethically–so, sourcing food was one clear way to do that.” In the four years since leaving 5 Points, the bakery has grown to encompass a café–where once they sold bread over a small counter, they now offer sweet treats and lunch–and Corey-Disch has had to shift into the role of leader. So when she saw the James Beard Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Program advertised, “I began to read about it, and it was one of those things where as you read, it hit every nail on the head … so I though ‘I might as well apply.’” She got in, and departs in September for a week in Boston. Corey-Disch anticipates she’ll be talking about leadership positions for women, how to be a good boss, how to create jobs, how to balance family life and work and in-depth financial material. “It’s so amazing to be able to sit down and get classes on this stuff,” she said. When asked about some of the challenges she’s already overcome, Corey-Disch smiled and said, “I am really proud of our croissants right now; it took about a year and a half and they got really great this spring. A lot of this, too, is that we’re making artisanal baked goods and a lot of other things that are temperaturesensitive in a not-designed-for-it, hot space … so there are a lot of other challenges on top of the ‘oh shit, we’ve got to learn this challenge.’” Madeleine Peck Wagner madeleine@folioweekly.com

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Community Loaves’ Meredith Corey-Disch recently got into the James Beard Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Program.

by antique ant ntiqque ue star-pattern sta tarr-pa pattttern ern colanders. er ccooland laand nder nder ers. ers s. by Proprietor and baker Meredith CoreyDisch’s ethos lines up with this (re)useful yet decorative vibe. Corey-Disch was not one of the original owners of Community Loaves; she joined Sarah Bogdanovitch in 2013 after returning from a postgraduation stint in England, working on farms and learning how to make wood-fired sourdough bread. At the time, the business operated one day a week out of Sun-Ray Cinema’s kitchen. “We knew we wanted to make sourdough bread and we knew we wanted to use ingredients that are local and organic … this business was very much trial-and-error,” Corey-Disch said with a laugh. “Now I am very confident about all of our baked goods.” Later in 2013, after leaving the SRC kitchen, they moved into the current Murray Hill location. For Corey-Disch, baking is an outgrowth of her core values. “I became interested in wanting to start a business because I got a degree that sort of encompassed environmental studies. And I am not a scientist by nature and that was not the nature of my degree. It was more of a political studies and

San Marco newcomer TOWN HALL, brought to us by the genius of Chef Tom Gray, has only been open a few months, but it’s already on the tips of all the foodies’ tongues for flawlessly executing some of the most daring dishes in town.

<<< FROM PREVIOUS KARIBREW BREW PUB & GRUB 27 N. Third St., Amelia Island, 277-5269, cafekaribo.com The island’s first microbrewery is next door to its sister restaurant, Cafe Karibo. Karibrew offers a variety of beers, spirits and pub food. $$ FB TO R Su; L Daily; D Tu-Su KITCHEN ON SAN MARCO 1402 San Marco Blvd., 396-2344, kitchenonsanmarco.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist The popular gastropub offers local and national craft beers, specialty cocktails, and a seasonal menu focusing on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Sun. brunch. HH specials M-F; HH snacks M-Th. $$ FB R Su; L D M-Sa MONKEY’S UNCLE TAVERN 1728 N. Third St., Jax Beach, 246-1070, monkeysuncletavernjax.com For 25-plus years, Monkey’s has served pub grub, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, wings. Dine inside or on the deck. $$ FB TO L D Daily M SHACK 299 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-2599 10281 Midtown Pkwy., Southside, 642-5000 1012 Margaret St., Riverside, 423-1283 641 Crosswater Pkwy., Nocatee, 395-3575, mshackburgers.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Brothers David and Matthew Medure are flippin’ burgers at these joints, 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, St. Johns Town Center, Riverside and Nocatee. $$ BW L D M-Sa OASIS RESTAURANT & DECK 4000 A1A/Ocean Trace Rd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-3424 Just a block from the Atlantic, this is a favorite spot for burgers and daily specials, 24 draft beers, HH M-F. $ FB K B L D Daily PANAMA HATTIE’S 361 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2192, panamahattiesbar.com Across from St. Johns County pier, the spot serves casual beach fare in a Key West-style atmosphere. Dine inside or on the ocean-view deck upstairs. $ FB L D Daily POE’S TAVERN 363 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-7637, poestavern.com/atlantic-beach Named for Baltimore’s macabre poet Edgar Allan Poe, the American gastropub has 50-plus beers, gourmet hamburgers, ground in-house, cooked to order, hand-cut French fries, fish tacos, entrée-size salads, Edgar’s Drunken Chili, daily fish sandwich special. $$ FB K L D Daily RAIN DOGS 1045 Park St., Riverside, 379-4969 2016 Best of Jax finalist Local-centric fare and bar food; the menu selection changes at the drop of a hat. $ D RENDEZVOUS RESTAURANT 106 St. George St., St. Augustine, 824-1090 Beer is the specialty at the German-style beer house, with 200-plus varieties from around the world, and a rotating draft selection. Pair one with a hot or cold deli sandwich. The kitchen’s open for late lunch during the week, till 2 a.m. F & Sa $$ BW TO L D Daily SALTWATER COWBOYS 299 Dondanville Rd., St. Augustine Beach, 471-2332, saltwatercowboys.com The popular landmark restaurant serves tourists and locals in a turn-of-the-century fish camp amid saltwater marshes. Local seafood, barbecue, ribs and chicken. $$ BW D Nightly SEACHASERS 831 First St. N., Jax Beach, 372-0444, seachasers.com

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS The beach place to be has four areas to enjoy: First Street Bar, Music Room, Beach Bar, and Dining Room. Fresh seafood, beef, chicken, handhelds, burgers, desserts. Traditional/creative cocktails. HH daily. Dine inside or on the patio. $$ FB L D Daily SHANGHAI NOBBY’S 10 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 547-2188 The popular music venue serves Asian fusion fare. $$ FB SMASHBURGER 630 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 241-2666, smashburger.com Do-it-yourself burgers and chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, sides and fries are served at this popular beach spot. $ BW K TO L D Daily SPLIFF’S GASTROPUB 15 N. Ocean St., Downtown, 844-5000, spliffsgastropub.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Music venue has munchie apps, mac & cheese dishes, pockets, gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. HH M-F. $ BW L D M-Sa 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 Th-Sa SURFER The BAR 200 First St. N., Jax Beach, 372-9756, surferthebar.com Located in the former Freebird, the new place has rightfully made a name for itself. The menu is familiar bar fare: burritos, bowls, nachos and tacos. The drinks are another story: hand-crafted tropical cocktails, frozen drinks and a long list of draft beers. Local surfer and videoman Mitch Kaufmann runs some old classic Radical Side videos every Mon. $$ FB K L D Daily

TAPS BAR & GRILL 2220 C.R. 210 W., Ste. 314, St. Johns, 819-1554 1605 C.R. 220, Fleming Island, 278-9421, tapsbarandgrill.com 2016 Best of Jax winner The menu has starters, burgers, sandwiches, entrées and a kids’ selection, all made to order with fresh ingredients, 50-plus premium domestic and imported beers on tap and a full bar. $$ FB K L D Daily TASTY’S BURGERS & FRIES 710 Centre St., Fernandina, 321-0409, tastysamelia.com 463852 S.R. 200, Ste. A, Yulee, 849-1241 2016 Best of Jax winner In the historic district and out in Yulee, fresh fast-food alternative, with an innovative approach to combining the freshest meats, hand-cut fries, homemade sauces and soups and hand-spun shakes. $ BW K L D Daily T-RAY’S BURGER STATION 202 S. Eighth St., Fernandina, 261-6310, traysburgerstation.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist The hidden gem, family-owned-and-operated by T-Ray and Laura Mullis for 19-plus years, is actually inside an old gas station, but it doesn’t escape the notice of tourists or locals. T-Ray’s often wins Best Burger on Amelia Island in our Best of Jax readers’ poll, the burgers are world-famous. Seriously. The blue plate specials are content to be famous on the island; on Wednesday it’s fried chicken. Get there early; it’s always full of happy diners. $ BW TO B L M-Sa THE WELL WATERING HOLE 3928 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 9, 737-7740, thewellwateringhole.com Locally owned neighborhood bistro and wine bar, with a focus on fresh. Local craft beers, varietal wines by the glass or bottle, champagne cocktails. Meatloaf sandwiches, pulled Peruvian chicken, homestyle vegan black bean burgers. Gluten-free pizzas, desserts. HH specials. $$ BW K TO L D M-Sa WHISKEY JAX 10915 Baymeadows, Ste. 135, 634-7208, whiskeyjax.com 950 Marsh Landing Pkwy., Jax Beach, 853-5973 Popular gastropub offers craft beers, gourmet burgers, handhelds, signature plates, tacos and– of course–whiskey. HH M-F. $$ FB B Sa & Su; L F; D Nightly ZETA BREWING COMPANY 131 First Ave. N., Jax Beach, 372-0727, zetajax.com This place has tapas and sharing plates, big-deal nachos, pizzas, wings, tacos, flats, sandwiches and made-to-order burgers. Cocktails, martinis and moonshine, too. It’s late-night upscale urban fusion. $$ FB TO R L D Daily

All the dishes served at BOTTLENOSE BREWING are made from scratch—apps, burgers, chicken, grilled cheese and roast beef sandwiches. And lots of beers, like 50 Florida brews on tap, cans and bottles. And it’s conveniently located on Deer Lake Court on the Southside.

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In the heart of Avondale, ultra laid-back MOJO NO. 4 URBAN BBQ & WHISKEY BAR has every kind of stupendously Southern ’cue there is, as well as one of the region’s most expansive whiskey collections available, a wide bottled beer selection, a full bar and specialty cocktails.

PIZZERIAS

ALE PIE HOUSE 3951 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 503-8000, alepiehouse.com Pizza made your way–New York, Chicago, glutenfree–plus subs, paninis, calzones, strombolis, wraps and dinners. Gluten-free, vegan cheese available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily AL’S PIZZA 14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 31, Intracoastal, 223-0991 11190 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 260-4115 635 A1A, Ponte Vedra Beach, 543-1494 1620 Margaret St., Ste. 201, Riverside, 388-8384 8060 Philips Hwy., Ste. 105, Baymeadows Junction, 731-4300 1 St. George St., St. Augustine, 824-4383, alspizza.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist Folio Weekly readers often vote for Al’s for Best Pizza in our annual BOJ poll. Celebrating nearly 30 years and six locations, Al’s offers a selection of New York-style and gourmet pizzas, as well as baked dishes. All-day HH M-Th. $ FB K TO L D Daily ARON’S PIZZA 650 Park Ave., Orange Park, 269-1007, aronspizza.com The extensive menu at this family-owned restaurant includes eggplant dishes, manicotti and New York-style pizzas. $$ BW K TO L D Daily ARTÉ PIZZA 109 N. Third St., Fernandina, 277-1515, artepizzaandpasta.com The wood-fired oven renders specialty pizzas: traditional Napoli pizzeria, with imported cheeses, plum tomatoes, fresh ingredients. Authentic Italian dishes: eggplant parmigiana, caprese salad. Outside seating. $$ BW TO L F-Su; D W-M BIG PETE’S PIZZERIA ITALIAN RESTAURANT 118 N. Julia St., Downtown, 356-2680, bigpetes.net Big Pete’s makes everything from scratch, including pizza, calzones, baked ziti and wraps. Barbecue is served, too. $ TO L D M-F

BORRILLO’S PIZZA & SUBS 88 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 829-1133, borrillospizza.com John Zappa’s New York-style restaurant serves 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 has freshly made brick-oven pizzas, specialty burgers, melts and wraps. Craft beers. Glutenfree items available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily BRIXX WOOD FIRED PIZZA 220 Riverside Ave., 300-3928, brixxpizza.com The place offers wood-fired pizzas, pastas, soups and salads. Gluten-free options available. Daily specials and buy-one-get-one pizzas 10 p.m.close. $$ FB K TO L D Daily CARMELO’S MARKETPLACE & PIZZERIA 146 King St., St. Augustine, 494-6658, carmelosmarketplace.com In addition to NY-style brick-oven-baked pizza, Carmelo’s has freshly baked sub rolls, Boar’s Head meats and cheeses, stromboli and garlic herb wings. Outdoor seating, WiFi. $$ BW TO L D Daily CHICAGO PIZZA & SPORTS GRILL Jax Landing, Downtown, 354-7747, chicagopizzajax Deep-dish pizzas, hot dogs and Italian beef dishes from Chicago’s Comastro family, serving Windy City faves for 25-plus years. They import ingredients all the way from exotic, far-away Illinois–for reals. $$ FB K TO L D Daily THE CRAFT PIZZA CO. 240 Third St., Neptune Beach, 853-6773, thecraftpizzaco.com Al Mansur’s newest venture features pies made with the world’s best “00” Caputo flour, local yeasts, reverse osmosis filtered water and fine sea salt resulting in a crispy, airy crust. Toppings

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At ANGIE’S SUBS in Jax Beach, you’ll find unique sandwiches, friendly staff and eclectic décor around; but it’s their Peruvian sauce that has made them a local legend.

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include imported San Marzano tomatoes, handmade mozzarella, herbs from the chef ’s garden, local Azar’s sausage, and hydroponic kale and arugula from Atlantic Beach Urban Farms. Dine inside or out. $$ BW L D Daily DaVINCI’S PIZZA 469 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 241-2001, davincispizzabar.com DaVinci’s customers are loyal to this familyowned-and-operated pizzeria, which uses fresh, quality ingredients for its pies. Free beaches area delivery; call for details. $$ BW TO L D Tu-Su JENK’S PIZZA 2245 C.R. 210 W., Ste. 112, Julington Creek, 826-1555, jenkspizza.com Family-owned-and-operated, with subs, NY-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’s creations feature fresh dough, cheeses and meat toppings on the pizza pies; there’s also wings and Italian dishes. $$ BW TO B L D Daily JOSEPH’S PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT 30 Ocean Blvd., Beaches Town Center, Atlantic Beach, 270-1122 7316 N. Main St., Northside, 765-0335, josephspizza.com For nearly 60 years, this family-owned-andoperated restaurant has offered hot pasta dishes, gourmet pizzas and veal entrées, plus an extensive beer and wine selection. Open Mon. from Memorial Day to Labor Day at the beach. Delivery available at beaches location. $$ BW TO K L D Daily; R Sa & Su (only at beaches location)

MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS 1018 Third St. N., Ste. 2, Jax Beach, 241-5600 3611 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 388-0200 9734 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 1, Tinseltown, 997-1955 1800 Town Center Blvd., Fleming Island, 541-1999 15170 Max Leggett Pkwy., Northside, 757-8843 410 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 826-4040, mellowmushroom.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist Bite Club certified These popular spots serve gourmet pizzas with spring water dough, hoagies and salads. Pies range from Mighty Meaty to vegetarian like the Kosmic Karma. Mellow Mushroom offers 35 beers on tap–some local crafts–and a full bar. HH all day, every day. Outside dining available. $$ BW K TO L D Daily MOON RIVER PIZZA 925 S. 14th St., Fernandina, 321-3400, moonriverpizza.net 1176 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill, 389-4442 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist Brothers Dan and Andy Bottorff have a little slice of pizza heaven, tucked away in convenient mini-malls, with easy parking. Local artwork on the walls, rock music in the air. Authentic Northern-style pizzas, 25-plus toppings, by pie or slice. Gluten-free options. The White Pizza is a customer fave. Calzones, good-sized salads (you can get a half-order), vegetarian items. Moon River has won our readers Best of Jax poll for Best Pizza on Amelia Island since we started the contest. Every year. Dan Bottorff runs the Murray Hill store; his pizzas and his work ethic have transformed the neighborhood. Plan ahead–there’s often a line outside. $ BW TO L D M-Sa NEW YORK PIZZA COMPANY 163 Palencia Village Dr., St. Johns, 825-4545, mynewyorkpizzacompany.com All the pizzas are hand-tossed, made with their own dough and spiced tomato sauce, and baked in a stone oven. Salads, cheesy calzones, pasta dishes, hot hero sandwiches and desserts. Delivery available. $ BW TO L D Daily PICASSO’S PIZZERIA 10503 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 880-0811, jaxpicassos.com Picasso’s specializes in hand-tossed gourmet pizza, calzones, homemade New York-style cheesecake and handmade pasta, fresh local seafood and steaks. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

PI INFINITE COMBINATIONS 19 S. Third St., Fernandina, 432-8535, piinfinitecombinations.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist It’s all bar service at the NY-style pizza joint. Specialty pizzas, by the pie or huge slice, with toppings like sliced truffle mushrooms, whole little neck clams, eggs or shrimp. Dine inside or in the courtyard, where there’s a fountain. $$ BW TO L D W-Su PIZZA PALACE RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA 1959 San Marco Blvd., 399-8815, pizzapalacejax.com The relaxed, family-owned restaurant serves homestyle cuisine. Local faves include spinach pizza and chicken spinach calzones. There’s ravioli, lasagna and parmigiana. Outside dining. HH. $$ BW K TO L D Daily RENNA’S PIZZA 10920 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 3, 565-1299 11111 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 12, Mandarin, 292-2300 6001 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. 16, Orange Park, 771-7677 592 Marsh Landing Pkwy., Jax Beach, 273-3113, rennaspizza.com Giuseppe Renna is the patriarch of this familyowned franchise that started in the Philips Mall in 1976–you could lunch on a slice and a beer every day of the week (not that we ever did that!). The casual NY-style pizzerias serve calzones, antipasto, parmigiana–and terrific pizzas, too–and homemade breads. Buy by the slice–they’re huge–or a full pie. Delivery available. $$ FB K TO L D Daily TOMMY’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA 4160 Southside Blvd., Ste. 2, 565-1999, tbopizza.com Family-owned Tommy’s Pizza, which has recently expanded, creates NY-style thin crust, brick-ovencooked pizzas (gluten-free) plus calzones and sandwiches made to order, with Thumann’s noMSG meats and Grande cheeses. Boylan’s soda. Curbside pick-up. $$ BW TO L D M-Sa V PIZZA 1406 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 527-1511 12601 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 647-9424 528 First St. N., Jax Beach, 853-6633, vpizza.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist These places offer true Neapolitana pizzas with the freshest ingredients, a rare class of artisan pizza from Naples–Italy, not Florida, silly. Plus baked dishes, subs, stromboli, wings, wraps. $$ BW TO L D Daily YOUR PIE 1545 C.R. 220, Ste. 125, Fleming Island, 379-9771, yourpie.com It’s a fast, casual concept: Choose from three doughs, nine sauces, seven cheeses and 40-plus toppings and create your own pizza. They stick it in a fiery-hot brick oven for five minutes and ta-da: It’s your pie. Subs, sandwiches, gelato. $$ BW K TO L D Daily

REGIONAL CUISINE

29 SOUTH EATS 29 S. Third St., Fernandina, 277-7919, 29southrestaurant.com In Fernandina’s historic downtown, this popular bistro’s (a charming Florida cracker house) Chef Scotty Schwartz serves traditional regional cuisine with a modern twist. Chef Schwartz sources the freshest ingredients available from local fishermen, farmers and the onsite organic garden (figs, tomatoes, heirloom okra) to create playful seasonal menus. $$ L W-Sa; D Nightly; Br Su AQUA GRILL 395 Front St., Ponte Vedra, 285-3017, aquagrill.net Since 1988, this American-eclectic restaurant has served fresh local seafood, aged prime steaks and vegetarian entrées. Patio seating is available. Reservations accepted. $$$ FB L D Daily BELLWETHER 100 N. Laura St., Downtown, 802-7745, bellwetherjax.com Elevated Southern classics served in an understated setting, reflecting chef and owner Jon Insetta’s focus on exceptional flavors, while spotlighting the culinary creativity of chef Kerri Rogers. The menu changes seasonally to include entrées and specials with Northeast Florida flair. Rotating selection of local craft beers, regional spirits and a cold brew coffee program. $$ FB TO L M-F BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFÉ 1 S. Front St., Ste. 2, Fernandina, 261-2660 On the Amelia River at historic Centre Street’s end, it’s Southern hospitality in an upscale yet casual atmosphere, featuring daily specials, fresh local seafood and aged beef. Gluten-free, vegetarian options. Pet-friendly area. Great harbor view. $$$ FB 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 entrées, seasonal produce, burgers, sandwiches and specials. An extensive wine list is featured. $$ FB K R Sa & Su; D Nightly THE FLORIDIAN 72 Spanish St., St. Augustine, 829-0655, thefloridianstaug.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Paying homage to Old Florida with updated Southern fare, made with fresh, local ingredients from area farms. Vegetarian and gluten-free options. Signature items include fried green tomato bruschetta, blackened fish cornbread stack and grits with shrimp, fish or tofu. $$$ BW K TO L D W-M GILBERT’S SOCIAL 4021 Southside Blvd., Ste. 200, 647-7936, gilbertssocial.co Chef Kenny Gilbert is making a name for himself locally, after conquering Top Chef. The menu is Deep Southern American, featuring seasonal and creative modern fare with international influences. Gluten-free options available. The curried goat soup is life-altering. $$ K FB L D Tu-Sa GILBERT’S UNDERGROUND KITCHEN 510 S. Eighth St., 310-6374, Fernandina, undergroundkitchen.co In this neighborhood-driven place, Chef Kenny Gilbert (season seven of Top Chef) serves Deep Southern American cuisine, locally sourcing produce. Dine inside or on a patio. $$ BW K TO L D W-Sa & M THE HILLTOP 2030 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 272-5959, hilltop-club.com Dinner in formal, Southern-inflected spaces. Specialties are New Orleans shrimp, certified Black Angus prime rib and she-crab soup. Homemade desserts, piano lounge (Tu-Sa), a large collection of antiques and a garden setting. Extensive bourbon selection. $$$ FB D Tu-Sa THE ICE PLANT BAR 110 Riberia St., St. Augustine, 829-6553, iceplantbar.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist The vintage-inspired place (a former ice plant, obvee) in the historic area has a farm-to-table menu utilizing locally sourced ingredients; the drinks are hand-crafted with house-made bitters and syrups. $$$ FB TO L M-F; D Nightly LULU’S AT THE THOMPSON HOUSE 11 S. Seventh St., Fernandina, 432-8394, lulusamelia.com An innovative lunch menu includes po’boys and seafood little plates served in a historic house. The dinner menu features fresh local seafood and Fernandina shrimp. Reservations recommended. $$ BW K TO R Su; L D Tu-Sa MOXIE KITCHEN + COCKTAILS 4972 Big Island Dr., Southside, 998-9744, moxiefl.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist Chef Tom Gray’s locally sourced contemporary American menu has starters–deviled farm eggs, chicken livers; favorites–chicken & waffles, Dr Pepper-glazed beef short ribs. Seared scallops, handmade gnocchi. Inventive cocktails, patio dining. HH daily. $$ FB K Su Br, L D Daily OCEAN BAR & GRILLE 333 First St. N., Jax Beach, 701-3765, oceangrille.net This spot serves modern American fare, like fresh seafood, steaks and wraps. Outdoor oceanfront dining completes the casual upscale experience. $$ BW K R, Su; L D Daily PROHIBITION KITCHEN 119 St. George St., St. Augustine, 209-5704, prohibitionkitchenstaugustine.com The new gastropub offers small plates, craft burgers, sandwiches, live local oysters, mains, desserts and handspun milkshakes. $$$ L D Daily RIVER CITY BREWING COMPANY 835 Museum Circle, 398-2299, rivercitybrew.com On the Southbank Riverwalk by the St. Johns, River City has fresh seafood, steaks and daily chef ’s creations. Nosh in an enclosed dining room or out on a marina dining deck. $$ FB R L D M-Sa SALT.PEPPER.THYME 105 N. Lee St., Kingsland, 912-510-0444, saltpepperthyme.net Varied American Southern fare in an elegant setting. Dine in or out. $$ BW K TO L W; L & D Th-Sa SAVANNAH BISTRO 14670 Duval Rd., Northside, 741-4404, cpjacksonvilleairport.com Low Country Southern fare, with a twist of Mediterranean and French inspiration, at Crowne Plaza Airport. Favorites include crab cakes, New York strip, she crab soup and mahi mahi. $$$ FB K B L D Daily

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS SEASONS 52 5096 Big Island Dr., Southside, 645-5252, seasons52.com The casual, sophisticated fresh grill and wine bar offers a seasonally changing menu and an award-winning international wine list. $$ FB K TO L D Daily SOUTH KITCHEN & SPIRITS 3638 Park St., Riverside, 475-2362, south.kitchen Southern classics: crispy catfish with smoked gouda grits, family-style fried chicken, burgers, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options. Dine inside, in the Skylight Room or on the patio. Wide selection of wines. $$ FB K TO L D Daily THE SOUTHERN GRILL 800 Flagler Ave., Southbank, 858-9800, thesoutherngrilljax.com The Grill has salads, veggie platters, sandwiches, melts and wraps. Breakfast includes omelets, a variety of egg combinations and pancakes. $$$ B L M-Sa TABLE 1 330 A1A N., Ste. 208, Ponte Vedra, 280-5515, table-1.com The upscale, casual restaurant offers a variety of items, from appetizers to entrées to salads, as well as a wine bar with an extensive list of wines by the glass. $$$ FB L D Daily

SEAFOOD

A LA CARTE 331 First Ave. N., Jax Beach, 241-2005, alacarte-jax.com Authentic New England fare: Maine lobster rolls, fried Ipswich clams, crab or clam cake sandwich, fried shrimp basket, clam chowder, birch beer, blueberry soda. Dine in or on the deck. Glutenfree options. $$ TO L F-Tu AW SHUCKS 9743 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 240-0368, awshucksjax.com The seafood place has an oyster bar, steaks, seafood, wings and pasta. Favorites are ahi tuna, shrimp & grits, oysters Rockefeller, pitas and kabobs. Sweet potato puffs are the signature side. WiFi, outdoor dining. $$ FB K L D Daily BARNACLE BILL’S 14 Castillo Dr., St. Augustine, 824-3663, barnaclebillsonline.com For 30-plus years, the family restaurant has served seafood, oysters, gator tail, steak and fried shrimp. Some dishes are infused with their Datl Do It hot sauce products. $$ FB K TO L D Daily BEACHSIDE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & MARKET 120 Third St. S., Jax Beach, 444-8862, beachsideseafood.info A full fresh seafood market, lunch and dinner menu seafood baskets, fish tacos, daily fish specials and Philly cheesesteaks. There are tables indoors and on the second-floor open-air deck, with a great view of downtown Jax Beach. $$ BW K TO L D Daily BLACKFLY THE RESTAURANT 108 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 201-6300, blackflytherestaurant.com The seafood place is semi-casual dining with a fly-fishing theme, focusing on a variety of fresh Atlantic seafood, steaks, brick-oven pizza and specialty drinks. $$$ FB K TO D Nightly BLUE TYPHOON BAR & GRILL 2309 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 379-3789 The seafood-centric cuisine at this new place features dishes with a Caribbean flavor, as well as several raw bars, burgers, tacos, torpedos and pastas served in an island atmosphere overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. Dine inside or out on the deck. $$ FB K L D W-Su; D M & Tu CHART HOUSE 1501 River Place Blvd., Southbank, 398-3353, chart-house.com On the St. Johns River since 1982, the upscale restaurant serves fresh fish, seafood and prime rib. $$$$ FB D Nightly

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KITCHEN ON SAN MARCO is proof that Northeast Florida is in a restaurant renaissance. Guided by Chef Ryan Randolph’s commitment to sustainability and local sources, the casual gastropub has a seasonally changing menu that always dresses to impress. Check out the tentacle on this charred octopus! CLARK’S FISH CAMP 12903 Hood Landing Rd., Julington, 268-3474, clarksfishcamp.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Known for its wild array of taxidermed creatures, Clark’s has 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. $$ FB K L Sa & Su D Nightly THE CRAB TRAP 31 N. Second St., Fernandina, 261-4749, ameliacrabtrap.com For nearly 40 years, family-owned-andoperated Crab Trap has been serving fresh local seafood and steaks. Owner Richard Germano and daughter Holly also offer food and drink specials. $$ FB L Sa-M; D Nightly CREEKSIDE DINERY 160 Nix Boatyard Rd., St. Augustine, 829-6113, creeksidedinery.com The Old Florida respite, with an outdoor deck and a fire pit, overlooks Gonzales Creek. Creekside serves a variety of beef, chicken and seafood dishes, with an emphasis on lowcountry cooking. $$ FB K D Nightly THE FISH COMPANY RESTAURANT 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 12, Atlantic Beach, 246-0123, thefishcojax.com Bite Club certified The casual, laid-back beach restaurant and oyster raw bar in North Beach Center serves fresh local seafood including Mayport shrimp and oysters, crab and lobster. Homestyle desserts, too. Patio seating available; all-day HH every Su. $$ FB K TO 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 are featured here. Faves include blackened scallops, crab-cake-stuffed shrimp and Florida gator tail. $$ BW K L D Daily HURRICANE PATTY’S AT OYSTER CREEK 69 Lewis Blvd., St. Augustine, 827-1822, hurricanepattys.net At Oyster Creek Marina east of U.S. 1, this spot has a large creekfront deck, lunch specials and AYCE dinners. Daily HH; dock space for boaters. $$ FB L D Daily LULU’S WATERFRONT GRILLE 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 available on a screened waterfront porch. $$$ FB K TO R Sa & Su; L D daily

NORTH BEACH FISH CAMP 100 First St., Neptune Beach, 249-3474, thenorthbeachfishcamp.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Ben and Liza Groshell bring their Palm Valley Fish Camp vibe smack dab in the middle of the Beaches Town Center, with an oceanview roof-top bar. Fresh, creative Southern fare, fresh seafood, and bread pudding. $$$ FB L Tu-Su; D Nightly O.C. WHITE’S SEAFOOD & SPIRITS 118 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 824-0808, ocwhitesrestaurant.com Spirits here aren’t just the bottled kind. Built in 1791, OC’s is said to be haunted. Fresh local seafood, steak and sautéed specialties. Patio dining. $$ FB L W-Su; D Nightly OUTBACK CRAB SHACK 8155 C.R. 13 N., St. Augustine, 522-0500, outbackcrabshack.com The rustic place on Six Mile Creek has crabs, shrimp, gator tail, conch fritters and steaks. Arriving by boat or just feel like a nice after-dinner stroll? Check out the 1,500-foot floating dock. $$ L D Daily OUTERBANKS SPORTS BAR & GRILLE 140 The Lakes Blvd., Ste. H, Kingsland, GA, 912-729-5499 Fresh seafood, burgers, steaks, wings. $$ FB TO D Nightly PALM VALLEY FISH CAMP 229 Roscoe Blvd. N., 285-3200, palmvalleyfishcamp.com Ben Groshell presents the dining experience on the Intracoastal, serving dishes made with fresh ingredients, plus daily specials. Call in your order and pick it up dockside. $$$ FB K TO L Tu-Su; D Nightly PARSONS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 1451 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, 595-5789, parsonsseafoodrestaurant.com The landmark place has moved up the beach; still serving local seafood dishes, sides, specialty fare. $$ BW K TO L D Tu-Su RAGTIME TAVERN & SEAFOOD GRILL 207 Atlantic Blvd., Beaches Town Center, Atlantic Beach, 241-7877, ragtimetavern.com In business 30-plus years now, this mega-popular seafood restaurant has received numerous awards in Folio Weekly’s Best of Jax readers poll. Menu items include blackened snapper, sesame tuna and the must-have Ragtime shrimp. Daily HH. Sun. brunch. $$ FB L D Daily SAFE HARBOR SEAFOOD 2510 Second Ave. N., Jax Beach, 479-3474 4378 Ocean St., Mayport Village, 246-4911, safeharborseafoodmayport.com 2016 Best of Jax winner

The Jax Beach place is new; great ICW view. Seafood’s fresh–boats unload at the dock. What Safe Harbor Mayport sells in the market–shrimp, oysters, clams and scallops–they’ll cook to order. Dine inside or on the dock at the confluence of the St. Johns and the ocean. $$ BW TO L D Tu-Su SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK 1018 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 372-4456 321 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, 217-3256, saltlifefoodshack.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist A wide array of specialty menu items, including the signature tuna poke bowl, fresh rolled sushi, Ensenada tacos and local fried shrimp, served in a contemporary open-air space. $$ FB K TO L D Daily SEAFOOD KITCHEN 31 Royal Palm Dr. (off Atlantic Boulevard), Atlantic Beach, 241-8470 Serving seafood for 20-plus years, 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 SHORELINE SEAFOOD SHACK 1615 C.R. 200, Ste. 180, Fleming Island, 673-1481, shorelineseafoodshack.com Fresh seafood–shrimp, scallops, crab cakes, salmon, tilapia, oysters–done up Cajun or MidAtlantic style. Hand-helds, chicken, beef and pork entrées. $$ FB K TO L D Daily SID & LINDA’S Seafood Market & Restaurant 12220 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 109, Arlington, 503-8276 The fresh seafood market and restaurant lets you pick your actual whole fish, have it cleaned, filleted and cooked to order, to dine in or take out. Housemade sauces are featured. $$ K TO L D Tu-Su SINGLETON’S SEAFOOD SHACK 4728 Ocean St., Mayport Village, 246-4442 Just steps from the Mayport ferry, the ramshackle haunt has been serving locals, fishermen and Navy men and women since the ’60s. Faves 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 2016 Best of Jax finalist Beach-casual atmosphere for fresh fish lovers. Customer faves include fish tacos and gumbo. For dessert: Key lime pie and homemade ice

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS cream sandwiches. Sun. brunch. $$ FB K L Sa & Su; D Nightly SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL 1998 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina, 277-6652, slidersseaside.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist The oceanfront restaurant serves award-winning handmade crab cakes, fresh seafood and fried pickles. Outdoor dining is available; kids have a beachfront playground. There’s an open-air second floor and balcony. $$ FB K L D Daily THE SURF RESTAURANT & BAR 3199 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina, 261-5711, thesurfonline.com Oceanview dining, inside or out on the deck, since 1957. Steaks, seafood, burgers, daily food and drink specials; Wing It Wednesdays. $$ FB K TO L D Daily TIMOTI’S SEAFOOD SHAK 21 N. Third St., Fernandina, 310-6550 1043 Park St., Riverside, 374-8892 2016 Best of Jax finalist This casual restaurant has fresh, local wildcaught shrimp, fish and oysters, wraps, tacos and soup, along with blackboard specials, supporting local fishermen, farmers and brewers while building a sense of community, one seafood basket at a time. Dine indoors or out, where’s a pirate ship playground. $ BW K TO L D M-Sa; L Su TWO DUDES EATERY & MARKET 22 Seminole Rd., Atlantic Beach, 246-2000, two-dudes.com This place serves up-to-the-minute-fresh Mayport seafood, including shrimp, scallops, snapper and oysters done up in sandwiches or baskets, grilled, blackened or fried. Daily HH. $$ BW TO L D M-Sa

THE VERANDAH RESTAURANT 142 Racquet Park Dr., Omni Amelia Island Plantation, 277-5958, omnihotels.com Set among the moss-draped oaks of Racquet Park, this restaurant has 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, whiteysfishcamp.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist This authentic fish camp serves gator tail and freshwater river catfish, as well as traditional fare and daily specials, on the banks of Swimming Pen Creek. Outdoor Tiki bar. Come by boat, motorcycle or car. $ FB K TO L Tu-Su; 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 50th year!), the renovated Alhambra features cuisine prepared by Executive Chef DeJuan Roy, who coordinates his menus with each stage production. Reservations suggested to guarantee seating. Now onstage: Annie, the Musical. $$ FB D Tu-Su THE CORAZON CINEMA & CAFE 36 Granada St., St. Augustine, 679-5736, corazoncinemaandcafe.com Sandwiches, combos, salads and pizza are served at the cinema house, showing indie and first-run movies. $$ Daily FERNANDINA BEACH MARKET PLACE North Seventh Street, Fernandina, 557-8229, fernandinamarketplace.com Local and regional produce and foods are available every Sa, all year long. The new Arts Market is held every second and fourth Sat. $ Sa GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET 2007 Park St., Riverside, 384-4474, thegrassrootsmarket.com 1915 East-West Parkway, Fleming Island, 541-0009, grassrootsnaturalfoods.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist

Although the taste of HAWKERS ASIAN STREET FARE is new to Neptune Beach, its popularity already rivals that of their well-loved 5 Points location. Just look at those happy faces.

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Grassroots’ juice bar uses certified organic fruits and vegetables. The store offers artisanal cheeses, 300-plus craft and imported beers and 50 organic wines, and organic produce and meats, vitamins and herbs. Organic wraps, sides, sandwiches and salads are available to go. $ BW TO B L D Daily GREEN MAN GOURMET 3543 St. Johns Ave., Avondale, 384-0002, greenmangourmet.com The market has organic and natural products, spices, teas, salts. $ TO Daily MUSTARD SEED CAFE 833 TJ Courson Rd., Fernandina, 277-3158, nassaushealthfoods.net Awarded Slow Food First Coast’s Snail of Approval, the casual organic eatery and juice bar in Nassau Health Foods, tucked between South Eighth Street and South 14th, is conveniently located. Chef Devon Mitchell, committed to nutritious, flavorful fare, offers all-natural, organic items for breakfast and lunch, as well as smoothies, veggie juices and coffees and herbal teas. $$ K TO B L M-Sa NATIVE SUN NATURAL FOODS MARKET & DELI 1585 Third St. N., Jax Beach, 458-1390 10000 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin, 260-6950 11030 Baymeadows Rd., 260-2791, nativesunjax.com 2016 Best of Jax winner Natural and organic soups, sandwiches, salads, wraps, baked goods, prepared foods, juices and smoothies that cater to vegans, vegetarians and those with special diet needs. A juice, smoothie and coffee bar, and all-natural and organic beers and wine are available. Indoor and outdoor seating. $ BW TO K B L D Daily THE PICNIC BASKET 503-A Centre St., Fernandina, 277-9779, picnicbasketfernandina.com The small shop focuses on fresh fare, cheeses, confits, charcuteries, wines. Picnics can be breakfast, lunch, tailgate, items from the inhouse bakery, or custom-made. $$ BW B L M-W, L D Th-Sa THE SAVORY MARKET 474380 E. S.R. 200, Fernandina, 432-8551 Local, organic produce, wild-caught seafood– Mayport shrimp–Wainwright meats, raw dairy, deli. Café has salads, hand-helds, tacos. $$ TO M-Sa SUN-RAY CINEMA 1028 Park St., Five Points, 359-0047, sunraycinema.com 2016 Best of Jax winner First-run, indie and art films are screened at the oldest theater building in Jacksonville. Beer, drafts from Bold City and Intuition Ale Works, wine, pizza–with names like Godbold, Black Lagoon Supreme, Cowford Pie–hot dogs, hummus, sandwiches, popcorn, nachos and brownies. $$ BW Daily WHOLE FOODS MARKET 10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 22, Mandarin, 288-1100, wholefoodsmarket.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist An expansive prepared-food department with 80-plus items at a full-service and self-service hot bar, salad bar, soup bar and dessert bar, plus pizza, sushi and sandwich stations. The Grapes, Hops & Grinds bar serves … wines, beers (some craft, some on tap!) and coffees. Beer and wine dinners are scheduled. $$ BW K TO B L D Daily

SPORTS BARS, WINGS & OYSTERS

BIG DAWGS PIERSIDE SPORTS RESTAURANT 2309 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 249-8200 At Beach Marine. Wings, fish & chips, burgers, fish tacos, wraps, fried pickles … you know, bar food! Great view of the ICW. Dine in or at the outside tiki bar, leashed dogs allowed. There’s even an arcade. $$ FB TO L D Daily BOGEY GRILLE SPORTS BAR & RESTAURANT 150 Valley Circle, Ponte Vedra, 285-5524, bogeygrille.net The family-friendly place has casual fare: wings, quesadillas, pasta, seafood, chicken and burgers. $$ FB K L D Daily BUFFALO WILD WINGS GRILL & BAR 13230 City Station Dr., Northside, 757-5777 10300 Southside Blvd., Ste. 2430A, 363-0410 1940 Wells Rd., Orange Park, 215-4969, buffalowildwings.com 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, ribs and salads. $$ FB K TO L D Daily DICK’S WINGS & GRILL 6055 Youngerman Circle, Orange Park, 778-1101 1803 East-West Pkwy., Fleming Island, 375-2559 100 Marketside Ave., Nocatee, 829-8134 9119 Merrill Rd., Ste. 19, Arlington, 745-9300 1610 University Blvd. W., Lakewood, 448-2110

10391 Old St. Augustine Rd., Mandarin, 880-7087 12400 Yellow Bluff Rd., Ste. 100, Northside, 619-9828 474313 E. S.R. 200, Fernandina, 310-6945 450077 S.R. 200, Callahan, 879-0993 4010 U.S. 1 S., St. Augustine, 547-2669 10750 Atlantic Blvd., Southside, 619-0954 14286 Beach Blvd., Ste. 32, Intracoastal, 223-0115 965 S.R. 16, St. Johns, 825-4540, dickswingsandgrill.com 2016 Best of Jax winner This NASCAR-themed restaurant serves 365 varieties of wings. The menu also features half-pound burgers, ribs and salads. $ FB K TO L D Daily GATOR’S DOCKSIDE 9680 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. 1, Westside, 425-6466 6677 103rd St., Westside, 777-6135 485 S.R. 13 N., Ste. 1, St. Johns, 230-4353 8650 Baymeadows Rd., 448-0500, gatorsdockside.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist For years, the sports-themed family place has served grilled wings, ribs, sandwiches and salads. $$ FB K TO L D Daily HALFTIME SPORTS BAR & GRILL 320 S. Eighth St., Fernandina, 321-0303 Sports bar fare: onion rings, spring rolls, burgers, wraps, wings. TVs show sports. $ BW L D Daily LILLIAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 5393 Roosevelt Blvd., 388-4220, Westside, lillianssportsgrill.com The family sports bar serves wings, ahi tuna, meatloaf, steaks, pasta, daily specials, burgers, sandwiches. TVs. Daily HH. $$ FB TO L D Daily MAHARLIKA HALL & SPORTS GRILL 14255 Beach Blvd., Ste. E, Intracoastal, 992-1112, maharlika.mayumibeats.com The Filipino-American restaurant and market features pancit bami, lumpia, kare kare and mussels in coconut sauce. $-$$ FB K R L D Daily MARDI GRAS SPORTS BAR 123 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 347-3288, mardibar.com This lively sports bar features wings, nachos, shrimp, chicken, Phillys, sliders and soft pretzels. $$ FB TO L D Daily THE MUDVILLE GRILLE 3105 Beach Blvd., St. Nicholas, 398-4326, themudvillegrill.com 1301 Monument Rd., Ste. 1, Arlington, 722-0008 The original St. Nicholas location (with an adjacent Music Room) and its sister site are family-oriented sports bars serving steaks and wings. $ FB K L D Daily MVP’S SPORTS GRILLE 12777 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 5, Intracoastal, 221-1090 Wings, burgers and salads are offered in a sporty, family-friendly atmosphere. $$ FB L D Daily PERFECT RACK BILLIARDS 1186 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill, 384-0587 The family-friendly billiards hall offers burgers and chicken wings. HH M-F. $$ FB L Th, F, Su; D Nightly PLAYERS GRILLE 4456 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 448-6670, playersgrille.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist The sports bar and grill serves burgers and wings, teriyaki stir fry and homemade soups. $$ FB K R L D Daily DALTON’S SPORTS GRILL 2620 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 17, Middleburg, 282-1564 This is what a neighborhood sportsbar should be: Familiar fare, family-friendly, all the spirits you’d want and lively customers. Wing specials, stuffed potatoes. $$ FB K TO L D Daily THE ROADHOUSE 231 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 264-0611, roadhouseonline.net The busy rockin’ Roadhouse has been serving sandwiches, wings, burgers and quesadillas for 35-plus years. The Roadhouse offers 75-plus imported beers. $ FB L D Daily THE SALTY PELICAN BAR & GRILL 12 N. Front St., Fernandina, 277-3811 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist View the sunset over the ICW from the secondstory outdoor bar. Owners T.J. Pelletier and Al Waldis offer a menu of local seafood, Mayport shrimp, fish tacos, sandwiches, po’boys and the original broiled cheese oysters. Relax inside or out and watch for trains comin’ down the tracks. $$ FB K L D Daily SNEAKERS SPORTS GRILLE 111 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 482-1000, sneakerssportsgrille.com Sneakers has a full bar (with 20-plus beers on tap), and above-average sports bar fare, featuring

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<<< FROM PREVIOUS steaks. Cool sports stuff all over the place. HH M-F. $ FB K TO L D Daily TIME OUT SPORTS GRILL 13799 Beach Blvd., Ste. 5, Intracoastal, 223-6999, timeoutsportsgrill.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist The locally-owned-and-operated grill serves

hand-tossed pizzas, wings and specialty wraps in a clean, sporty atmosphere. Daily drink specials, late-night menu. $$ FB L Tu-Su; D Nightly TONY’S KITCHEN & BAR 2467 Faye Rd., Northside, 683-5044 It’s the usual sportsbar fare–pizza, burgers, wings, sandwiches, seafood–with drink specials. Daily HH. $$ FB L D Daily XTREME WINGS SPORTS GRILLE 12220 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 108, Intracoastal, 220-9464, xtreme-wings.com The family sports grill has wings (try the X-Factor), burgers, sandwiches, wraps. $ FB K TO L D Daily; R Sa-Su

SWEET SPOTS

CHEZ LEZAN BAKERY COMPANY 1014 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina, 491-4663, chezlezanbakery.com European-style breads and pastries, including croissants, muffins and pies are baked daily. Most breads are made without fat or sugar, but with robust flavors and textures. Chez Lezan is in the

same strip mall as Red Otter, near the Veterans Memorial Park. There’s plenty of easy parking. $$ TO B L Daily CINOTTI’S BAKERY, DELI & BOUTIQUE 1523 Penman Rd., Jax Beach, 246-1728, cinottisbakery.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Four generations of Cinottis have been serving the Beaches since 1964, offering cakes for all occasions, pies, breads and desserts by the caseful, and party trays. The deli has breakfast and lunch items. $ K TO B R L Tu-Sa THE FRENCH PANTRY 6301 Powers Ave., Southside, 730-8696 The bakery offers freshly made pastries, sandwiches and salads, with a European flair. There’s usually a line out the door, so be patient. $$ L M-Th GOOD DOUGH 1636 Hendricks Ave., San Marco, 527-1875, gooddoughdoughnuts.com Handcrafted specialty doughnuts served in a welcoming atmosphere. Watch the goodies as they’re made in the kitchen. Show up early; it packs out. $$ TO B L Daily

HOMESPUN KITCHEN 299 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 2, Atlantic Beach, 372-4059, homespunkitchen.com The change will do you good–breakfast bowls, smoothies, wraps, vegan, vegetarian, paleo, high protein, nothing artificial. And there’s still frozen yogurt. $ TO B L D Daily KATHY’S BAKERY & CAFE 10150 Beach Blvd., Ste. 18, Southside, 641-7555 The bakery has a real Cuban flavor to the items it offers, especially its coffees. $ TO B L D Tu-Su 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 also available. $ TO Daily THE OLD CUP CAFE 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) are made-to-order. $ TO B L Tu-Sa UGLY CUPCAKE MUFFINRY & CAFE 115 Fifth Ave. S., Jax Beach, 339-5214, theuglycupcakemuffinry.com The charming place by the sea offers sweet and savory giant muffins, breakfast and lunch, made from organic, locally sourced ingredients. Outside seating. $$ TO B L W-M

THAI, FUSION & VIETNAMESE CUISINE

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AHAN THAI KITCHEN 474260 S.R. 200 E., 321-0255, ahanthaikitchen.com Thai cuisine, sushi, noodle dishes from triedand-true recipes. $$ FB K TO L M-F, D M-Sa BOWL OF PHO 9902 Old Baymeadows Rd., 646-4455 This spot has a varied menu of Vietnamese and Thai dishes with authentic ingredients, prepared fresh, including egg rolls, grilled pork and chicken, lotus root salad, and salted fish fried rice. Boba is served. $$ L D Daily BUDDHA THAI BISTRO 301 10th Ave. N., Jax Beach, 372-9149, buddhathaibistro.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist The proprietors of this Thai restaurant are from Thailand, and every dish is made with fresh ingredients from tried-and-true recipes, beautifully presented. $$ FB TO L D Daily GREEN PAPAYA 13141 City Station Dr., Northside, 696-8886 This restaurant features a Pan-Asian menu, specializing in Thai cuisine served in a contemporary atmosphere. $$ BW TO L D Daily INDOCHINE 21 E. Adams St., Ste. 200, Downtown, 598-5303 1974 San Marco Blvd., 503-7013, indochinejax.com 2016 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. $$ FB TO L D M-F; D Tu-Sa LIME LEAF 9822 Tapestry Park Cir., Ste. 109, Southside, 645-8568, limeleafrestaurant.com Definitive Thai cuisine, from fresh papaya salad to pad Thai to seared ahi tuna, plus crispy duck, all elegantly presented. Desserts include mango sweet rice. Limited delivery. $$ BW L D M-Sa PATTAYA THAI GRILLE 9551 Baymeadows Rd., Ste. 1, 646-9506 1526 King St., Riverside, 503-4060, ptgrille.com Since 1989, the family-owned place–Northeast Florida’s original authentic Thai restaurant– has offered a variety of traditional Thai, vegetarian, new-Thai, curries, seafood, noodles, soups, low-sodium and glutenfree dishes. A video screen displays an open kitchen; watch your meal being made. $$ FB TO L Tu-F; D Tu-Sa SALA THAI 10769 Beach Blvd., Ste. 10, Southside, 641-8384, salathaijax.com Sit at a booth decorated like a thatched-roof hut and order from a varied menu. House specialties change weekly. Favorites include pad Thai, mango rice and coconut ice cream. $$ BW TO L M-F; D Nightly THAI GARDEN 10 Blanding Blvd., Ste. B, Orange Park, 272-8434 Traditional Thai items, like pad kraw powh with roasted duck and kaeng kari (yellow curry, potatoes, choice of meat). Fine wines, imported/ domestic beers. $$ BW L M-F; D Nightly

FUSION SUSHI in Lakewood is a hidden gem offering hibachi, sushi and sashimi so fresh it practically swims to your plate.

THAI ORCHID 12620 Beach Blvd., Ste. 4, Intracoastal, 683-1286, thairestaurantjacksonville.com Authentic Thai cuisine made with fresh ingredients, including pad Thai, Thai curry dishes and rice dishes. $$ BW L M-Sa; D Nightly

VEGETARIAN CUISINE & RAW FOODS

THE MANATEE CAFÉ 525 S.R. 16, Ste. 106, St. Augustine, 826-0210, manateecafe.com Owner/chef Cheryl Crosley prepares organic, vegetarian meals like 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 M-Sa THE PRESENT MOMENT CAFÉ 224 W. King St., St. Augustine, 827-4499, thepresentmomentcafe.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist Serves organic, vegan and vegetarian dishes, pizza, pastas, hummus and milkshakes made without meat, dairy, wheat or an oven. Organic beer and wine. $$ BW TO B L D M-Sa SOUTHERN ROOTS FILLING STATION 1275 King St., Riverside, 513-4726, southernrootsjax.com 2016 Best of Jax winner/finalist Healthy, light vegan fare made fresh daily with local, organic ingredients. Specials, served on bread, local greens or rice, change daily. Sandwiches, coffees, and teas. $ Tu-Su

WINE BARS & BREWERIES

ATLANTIC BEACH BREWING COMPANY 725 Atlantic Blvd., Ste. 3, Atlantic Beach, 372-4116, atlanticbeachbrewingcompany.com This place is brand new and ready to party. Twin brothers Chuck and Spencer Horn, along with Spencer’s wife Linda, have made good use of their love of the beach and their passion for craft beers. At least 10 of their creations are on tap, and there are wines and hard ciders available as well. Pet-friendly, too. $$ BW Open Tu-Su BOTTLENOSE BREWING 9700 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 1, Southside, 551-7570, bottlenosebrewing.com Traditional apps, burgers, chicken, grilled cheese and roast beef sandwiches, all made from scratch, are served. And oh, yeah, beers. Lots and lots of beers–50-plus taps and cans and bottles of only Florida craft beer. Guest taps, brews you’ve had at other places–right

here. It’s pet-friendly, too. Check the website for updates. $$ B L D Daily CORNER BISTRO & WINE BAR 9823 Tapestry Park Cir., Southside, 619-1931 Casual fine dining; modern American favorites with international flair. Fine wine, cocktails and martinis. $ FB L D Daily CROOKED ROOSTER BREWERY 1478 S. Sixth St., Macclenny, 653-2337 Great selection of brews, beers, mead and wine made locally and regionally. Rustic interior. $ FB K TO D M-Sa ENGINE 15 BREWING CO. 1500 Beach Blvd., Ste. 217, Jax Beach, 249-2337, engine15.com The popular brewery serves gastropub fare like soups, salads, flatbreads and specialty sandwiches, including bar-b-cuban and beer dip. Craft beers, too–ask how you can sign up for brew groups. $ BW K L Tu-Su; D Nightly ROOT DOWN JAX 1034 Park St., Riverside, 358-7288 The wine bar (extensive selection) plus beer garden (another extensive selection) is the very definition of chill. The craft cocktails are sherry-centric. The boards are charcuterie and fromage, with a variety of extras. $$ FB D Nightly ROYAL PALM VILLAGE WINE & TAPAS 296 Royal Palms Dr., Atlantic Beach, 372-0052, royalpalmwines.com 2016 Best of Jax finalist 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 and seafood. Wine tastings and pairings held weekly. Retail wine sales available. $$ BW L D M-Sa SANGRIAS TAPAS & PIANO BAR 35 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 827-1947 The balcony of the historic building overlooks St. George Street. It’s an ideal place to hang, sipping one of seven signature (and individually prepared) sangrias. Spanish-style tapas also served. $$ BW L D Daily SOUTHERN SWELLS BREWING CO. 1312 Beach Blvd., Jax Beach, 372-9289, southernswells.com The new brewery at the beach is amid the action–work out at the gym, drink a beer; hit the post office, go drink a beer; do some yoga, drink a beer. The brews, of the freshest ingredients, are made with expert attention. And Southern Swells serves other local brands as well. $$ B Open daily THE WINE BAR 320 N. First St., Jax Beach, 372-0211, thewinebaruncorked.com The casual neighborhood wine bar has a wide variety of wine, beer, appetizers and cigars. $$ BW D Nightly

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FOLIO A + E

MUSIC Donald Fagen FILM Films of Tennessee Williams ARTS John O'Brian ARTS Raisin Cake Orchestra LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC CALENDAR

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Lil Yachty flips the GANGSTA RAP SCRIPT with a fun, empowering message

THE POWER OF POSITIVE

n the surface, Atlanta native Lil Yachty seems like your typical ambitious 19-year-old rapper. His trademark bright-red braids are held together with clear beads. He’s laid down catchy, sing-songy “bubblegum trap” rhymes over beats sampled from Rugrats, Super Mario Brothers, and the startup chime of a GameCube. His Twitter handle is “King of the Teens.” He released a single for the recent Captain Underpants movie. Just last week, Yachty fulfilled every starry-eyed teenage dream when he finally copped himself a Bentley coupe, which is appropriate, considering he and Gucci Mane scored a hit with the 2016 single “Bentley Coupe.” Afterward, he posed for a photo wearing a Bart Simpson chain and clutching a giant Kermit the Frog stuffed animal. There’s more to Lil Yachty than meets the eye, however–and what does meet the eye flouts decades of hip-hop tradition by embracing optimism and exuberance. The young man born Miles Parks McCollum made a savvy move in 2015 when he relocated to New York City and began building a huge Instagram following via collaboration with street fashion icons. In February 2016, Yachty was the most noticeable model in Kanye West’s Yeezy Season 3 fashion show/The Life of Pablo release show. And every month thereafter, he scored accolade after careerbuilding accolade. MARCH 2016: Lil Yachty’s debut mixtape Lil Boat dropped to widespread Internet fanfare. APRIL 2016: Yachty and D.R.A.M.’s plastic recorded-fueled song “Broccoli” hit No. 5 on the Billboard 100. MAY 2016: Yachty earned a spot on Chance the Rapper’s Coloring Book mixtape. JUNE 2016: Yachty inked a deal with Capitol Records and Motown Records and appeared on NYC radio station Hot 97. JULY 2016: Yachty’s second mixtape, Summer Songs 2, hit the streets. In October, he appeared in a Sprite commercial with LeBron James. Since then, he’s had cameos on pop hits by Katy Perry and Charli XCX and appeared in a Target ad with Carly Rae Jepsen, teamed up with mega-producers like Diplo to drop his May full-length debut Teenage Emotions, become a creative director for Nautica, and tapped into the current Beatlesesque craze surrounding Atlanta trio Migos on “Peek-A-Boo,” a relentlessly

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THINKING

THE TEENAGE TOUR with LIL YACHTY and guests

7 p.m. Aug. 16, Mavericks Live, Downtown, 356-1110, $29.50, mavericksatthelanding.com

infectious song that Yachty recently boasted had sold 500,000 copies. If Lil Yachty seems like he’s following a carefully constructed narrative à la cloud cult icon Lil B, well, that’s because he is. He’s unabashed about being drug- and alcoholfree, a rarity in hip-hop history but a more common streak of squeaky-cleanness that’s trailed the mainstream success of Chicago’s Chance the Rapper. In a cover story for The Fader, Yachty revealed his weaknesses to be Domino’s and Fruit by the Foot. He expressed his love for New Edition, Tim McGraw and Slipknot, while sacrilegiously calling The Notorious B.I.G. underrated. As Atlanta producer Su$h! Ceej has said of his time working with Yachty, “He knows what beats he wants and is very specific with the sound he’s trying to create, freestyling everything at first and fine-tuning as he goes.” Yachty told online radio host and provocateur Joe Budden earlier this year, “When you come from living in a dorm room with no clothes, no girls, no cars, and then you go to having three cars, girls and money, you can’t help but be genuinely happy that things are moving in a positive direction.” Budden called bullshit on that, his rage-filled face contrasted with Yachty’s effortless cool becoming an instant Internet meme. Young fans are serious about Yachty. The day before Teenage Emotions dropped in May, the rapper was scheduled to perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live! En route to the Hollywood soundstage, Yachty and his entourage stopped at Mel’s Drive-In, a Southern California landmark. Every kid in a 500-foot radius went nuts, screaming “Fuck Joe Budden” while tossing shoes, cash and cell phones in an act of selfless offering. Yachty said “Follow me” to the throng and began ascending Hollywood Boulevard to Kimmel’s outdoor soundstage. It’s one moment in a wild, wild digitalfueled landscape, but it’s representative of Yachty’s newfound success. In less than 18 months, he went from college dropout arrested in South Florida for credit card fraud to international superstar, all before he turns 20 on Aug. 23. Asked by Hypebeast about the benefits of being young and his status as King of the Teens, Yachty replied, “We have so many resources now. We have it all at our fingertips. The Internet has no boundaries.” That statement might not be completely accurate, but for Lil Yachty, it’s his ticket to ride. Nick McGregor mail@folioweekly.com

FOLIO A+E : MUSIC

ntellectualized soul. That’s the kind of phrase that could describe or dismiss the career of Donald Fagen. When Fagen and cohort Walter Becker first appeared on the American rock scene as Steely Dan in 1972, they were an anomaly in pop music. After the Woodstock generation got a taste of blood at Altamont, the revolution splintered and the soundtrack changed accordingly. The era of “confessional” singer-songwriters like Neil Young, Harry Nilsson and Joni Mitchell grew in tandem with a kind of second wave of crucial R&B. Artists such as Curtis Mayfield, Roberta Flack and The O’Jays stripped down the Motown and Stax sounds, shaping them into streamlined soul and funk. Steely Dan married both of these seemingly disparate genres, only with darker lyrics and complex jazz voicings, dropping in unique inversions and add2 and add9 chords—which Becker and Fagen called the “mu chord.” In ’72, Steely Dan released their debut album, Can’t Buy a Thrill. Three songs from that record became FM rock staples: “Dirty Work,” “Do It Again” (a Top 10 hit), and “Reelin’ in the Years.” Not unlike Brian Wilson’s earlier forays into elevating production to the level of the actual song, Becker and Fagen turned the recording studio into a de facto instrument. Hiring top-flight session players to help deliver songs chronicling the defeated side of love, the blunt reality of addiction, hustlers and darker fare, Steely Dan penned songs that became increasingly unlike anything that rock radio had witnessed. “Doctor Wu” is allegedly a paean to a Chinese herbalist helping the narrator kick his heroin addiction. “Everyone’s Gone to the Movies” is a first-person account of a Mr. LaPage; an apparent pedophile gleefully screening 8MM porn flicks to his underage audience. Even their rollicking tune “My Old School,” flips the hippie script, chronicling the 1968 drug bust of Fagen and Becker while students at Bard College. Steely Dan songs were the black-andwhite noir to saccharine, play-it-safe ’70s pop songs, music written for escapists trapped in fear and defeat. The opening lines of 1973’s “Razor Boy” give a glimpse into the band’s lyricism: “I hear you are singing a song of the past / I see no tears / I know that you know it may be the last / for many years”—heady stuff for a generation navigating bean-bag chairs, Quaaludes and macramé workshops. Beginning in 1974, two years into the band’s formation, Fagen and Becker decided to forgo concert tours all together in favor of a monastic—if not obsessive—existence in the studio. Many consider the 1977 release

Aja the band’s masterpiece, seven tracks of sublime jazz-rock, captured in audiophile recording. Before the band disbanded in 1980, they’d released a total of seven albums, all hitting platinum or gold status. Their final album, Gaucho, is indicative of the apex of their craft, taking more than a year to record and featuring 42 session musicians.

INHERENT

VICE Donald Fagen remains A MUSIC LEGEND with an ear for complex arrangements, blue-eyed soul and sardonic lyricism DONALD FAGEN and THE NIGHTFLYERS

7:30 p.m. Aug. 12, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, $84-$104, staugamphitheatre.com

Over the course of Steely Dan’s career, some who worked with them had typified Becker and Fagen as “perfectionists.” Arguably, a perfectionist without vision is just an obsessive asshole. Steely Dan surely had a vision; if they were perfectionists, it stands to reason, as they more or less created perfectly cut albums, released in an era where hurriedly issued, cash-grab and tie-in albums and arena rock bloat were accepted, if not encouraged. Steely Dan broke up in 1981. The following year, Fagen released his debut, The Nightflyer, a rumination on his 1950s/’60s youth. The album retained the soul and precision of Steely Dan, with singles “I.G.Y. (What a Beautiful World)” and “New Frontier,” both cracking the Billboard 100 chart. In the decades since his first solo release, Fagen has released albums at a languid pace, with subsequent releases creating what Fagen calls The Nightfly Trilogy. In 1993, Walter Becker produced his longtime collaborator’s

second record, Kamakiriad, a concept album ruminating on middle age by way of the narrator’s road trip in a futuristic car. The final installment of the trilogy, Morph the Cat (2006) tackles the familiar Fagen territory of aging and death. Fagen returned in 2012 with Sunken Condos, hitting No. 12 on the Billboard Top 200. Most recently, the 2017 release of a song co-written with fellow pop firebrand Todd Rundgren, “Tin Foil Hat,” is a gleeful takedown of Trump. Beginning in 1993, Becker and Fagen apparently overcame their reluctance to tour, with Steely Dan still performing as a semi-regular live act. Now Fagen is hitting the road with The Nightflyers, a four-piece of young players who also live in Fagen’s current home of Woodstock, New York. Performing 20 dates in all, the band is sure to play Fagen’s songbook of tunes from Steely Dan and his formidable-albeit-compact solo catalog. It would be reasonable to believe that in the nearly 50 years since Fagen first appeared on the music scene, his tunes have found an even wider audience. The influence is pervasive; besides an arsenal of jazz-rock players, even ’80s punk greats The Minutemen sang Steely Dan’s praises, covering “Doctor Wu.” Egregiously lumped into the ’70s “yacht rock” category by some, Steely Dan and Fagen have garnered a zealous fanbase, countered by others who grumble that the music is too “slick.” Counter to many of their peers’ effectsrich studio approach, Steely Dan made great efforts to produce their records with a kind of dry, even mix. That was one of their greatest strengths: creating a kind of sonic evenness of precise yet soulful playing, preparing the audience for lyrics that were more akin to the black comedy of William Gass than the hoedown ’70s choogle anthems of Wet Willie. There seems to be little in between with Fagen and his music; some crank it up when “Peg” pops up on the playlist, others press delete. Does Fagen obsessively check his Facebook music page for any new likes? Doubtful. The same artist known for an indifference to interviews is surely indifferent to detractors. No other American rock artist, with possible exception of Lou Reed, has been as successful as the-now-69-year-old Fagen in creating a hybrid of sophistication, soul and the sinister. For all his cerebral lyricism and harmonic savvy, Fagen is a populist artist. Forty million albums sold and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction play this out. American music is indelibly stamped by Fagen’s musical mark, even if he himself seems indifferent to the imprint. Daniel A. Brown mail@folioweekly.com

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FOLIO A+E : ARTS

Artist John O’Brian overcomes CHRONIC ILLNESS to make art again

Tennessee Williams’ MESSY-BEAUTIFUL tales

OVERSET

FOUND B

y and large, the 1950s marked a triumphant decade for Tennessee Williams, onscreen and onstage. The playwright began his major theater career with The Glass Menagerie (1944), followed by A Streetcar Named Desire (’47) and Summer and Smoke (’48), but it wasn’t until the ’50s that Hollywood came calling. The first film version of Menagerie (’50), with a more upbeat Hollywood ending, might have been a critical and popular dud, but then came the sensational Streetcar (’51), The Rose Tattoo (’55), Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (’58), and the decade-closing Suddenly, Last Summer (’59), the best of Williams’ plays adapted to film. The ’60s were far more uneven for Tennessee Williams onstage and onscreen. Waiting for the imminent release of Suddenly, Last Summer (upgraded and restored on Blu-ray), I’ve been going through Williams’ filmography. The Rose Tattoo was a revelation, as was Summer and Smoke (’61). Williams had first wanted Italian actress Anna Magnani for his stage production of Tattoo, but she was intimidated by the demands of the English dialogue. She had no desire to learn the language, and when she agreed to star in the film, many of her lines were learned phonetically—which makes her performance (for which she won an Oscar) that much more remarkable. Set on the Louisiana Gulf Coast (exteriors filmed in Key West, next to Williams’ home), it’s about Serafina Delle Rose (Magnani), an early-40ish seamstress whose beloved husband Rosario, a trucker with a smuggling business on the side, is killed in the film’s opening moments. It soon turns out he had a mistress, Estelle, (Virginia Grey), but Serafina will hear nothing of it, choosing to hide away for three years, mourning her dead love. Meanwhile, her teenage daughter Rosa (Marisa Pavan, in an Oscar-nominated performance) is growing up and falling in a love with Jack, a sailor on leave (Ben Cooper), precipitating a crisis for Serafina. Halfway through the film, another man enters Serafina’s closeted life, eventually propelling her back into reality. Alvaro (Burt Lancaster) is another trucker who wears his heart and his zest for life on his sleeve. In his efforts to win Serafina, he has a rose tattooed on his chest in imitation of her dead husband. Though theirs is a riotous, 52 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 9-15, 2017

J fractious whirlwind courtship, love wins out all round. Directed by Daniel Mann, The Rose Tattoo was nominated for eight Academy Awards, winning three. The film’s most memorable achievement is Anna Magnani’s performance. It’s so vivid, so realistic and earthy, she and Serafina seem to be as one. Tennessee Williams fans, take a close look at the nightclub scene where the playwright sits at the bar. Later in the same scene, there’s a brief glimpse of Frank Merlo, Williams’ longtime companion, the inspiration for the film, to whom Williams gave a percentage of the play’s profits. I also want to recommend the excellent 1961 film version of Summer and Smoke, with Geraldine Page in an Oscar-nominated turn; she lost to Sophia Loren in Two Women. Though the original 1948 theater production was a dud, its 1952 Off-Broadway revival (starring Page) was a hit. It took almost 10 years for the actress to bring her vivid portrayal of Alma Winemiller—a lonely frustrated spinster—to the screen. Laurence Harvey, one of the ’60s hottest British stars, plays wastrel Dr. John Buchanan, Alma’s neighbor and secret love of her life. Theirs is not a romance made in heaven. Helmed by British director Peter Glenville (Becket), Summer and Smoke may be a bit stagey in comparison to The Rose Tattoo, but is still an effective, compelling tribute to one of America’s top dramatists of the 20th century. Pat McLeod mail@folioweekly.com

NOW SHOWING MOVIES BY THE BAY Ripley’s shows Moana, 8:30 p.m. Aug. 9, Colonial Oak Music Park, 27 St. George St., St. Augustine, free; 824-1606, augustine.com. Bring something to sit on. SPACE BALLS Summer Movie Classics screens Mel Brooks’ classic, (30th anniversary), 2 p.m. Aug. 13, The Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, 355-2787, $7.50/ film; $45 season pass, floridatheatre.com. SUN-RAY CINEMA Robert Mitchum is celebrated with Night of the Hunter 7 p.m. Aug. 9, noon Aug. 12; Friends of Eddie Coyle 7 p.m. Aug. 30, noon Sept. 2. Dunkirk and Detroit screen, 1028 Park St., 359-0049, sunraycinema.com. Landline and The Little Hours start Aug. 11. CORAZON CINEMA & CAFÉ Marie Curie and I, Daniel Blake run. Throwback Thursday runs The Lucky Texan, noon Aug. 10 and 6 p.m. Aug. 13. Maudie starts Aug. 11. The Accompanist runs noon Aug. 12. 36 Granada St., St. Augustine, 679-5736, corazoncinemaandcafe.com. IMAX THEATER Dunkirk, Prehistoric Planet 3D, Amazon Adventure, Dream Big and Extreme Weather run, World Golf Village, 940-4133, worldgolfimax.com. Inhumans starts Aug. 31.

HIS ART YEAR

ish assemblages do not need the explicit ohn O’Brian is soft-spoken and witty, and rectangular framing for cohesion. his eyes dance with pleasure at the thought The impish title Golden Hour, for a piece of his new body of work, Landscapes and backed with quatrefoil-pattern die-cut sheet Cassette Tapes, currently on view at Bold Bean metal, and an obscured/partially worn-away Coffee Roasters’ Riverside location. zero, conjures summer days spent running The freelance graphic designer has a long in and out of a favorite relative’s home, as the history in the Jacksonville art scene (among screen door satisfyingly slams shut again and other projects, he worked at Burro Bags as a again. Acid Mountain Comedown veers away designer and fabricator, and is co-owner of from childhood tropes (or those imposed by a the cruelty-free custom accessories line Fox writer), but is no less playful for that. Though & Owl), but because of metabolic arthritis—a the artist takes formal cues from Brutalist chronic autoimmune disease exacerbated by architecture—those kinds of minimal gestures diet, he’s been forced to keep a lower profile are clear in his work—the sly humor O’Brian than he’d like for the past decade or so. But himself exudes is present here, too. The central that is changing. figure, a symmetrical loaf-like form with “wing Since O’Brian cut out all sugar and went notations,” evokes a headless/faceless creature vegan, he’s been able to better manage the that might be found in a medieval bestiary unpredictable, chronic tendonitis and arthritis alongside overgrown humans sporting an that cast a shadow over his person and spirit. eyeball or two, and dogs with beaks. “Pain is the ultimate eye-opener,” he said in Japanese Cat Music continues the absurdist relation to the drastic overhaul he gave his leitmotif. One of his “tapes” is a wooden life in 2016. And judging from the works on cassette tape, slightly larger than life-size with display, having a measure of freedom from it all of its “guts” hanging out. It’s a reminder has released his creative potential. of those infuriating days of yore when the All of the work for Landscapes and Tapes boombox would inhale the magnetic tape, was completed in about two months. He spitting out something mangled beyond use. explained that he said to himself, “This is It also brings to mind the year you do art.” a suite of Christian He set about making a LANDSCAPES AND CASSETTE TAPES Marclay cyanotypes plan that would allow Displays through September, Bold Bean (from the series Cassette a measure of freedom, Coffee Roasters, 869 Stockton St., Tape Duplication) in but would also set up 853-6545, boldbeancoffee.com specific problems. He which the artist used also took on a personal ruined tapes for their challenge: the idea of making art from a recognizable and decorative qualities (and positive place. “It’s easy to draw inspiration their connection to his early ’80s installations/ from pain, but it kind of sucks after a while.” performances). But Cat Music in its directness When he was ready to get started, “I went and wit, out-maneuvers the cyanotypes … it’s around in my ’87 Bronco, picking up wood simply funnier and less ideologically leaden. scraps and contractor discards—a friend O’Brian is justifiably proud of this show, brought these old Plexiglas numbers from an and some of the ways he managed equipment abandoned gas station … ” He smiled as he shortcomings—he turned the bed of the gestured to the works mounted on the walls Bronco into a mobile woodshop—he doesn’t of the café, and it’s clear he means that the have one of his own yet. However, he also small, unanticipated gift of seemingly useless takes pains to acknowledge the friends who numerals quickly evolved into something helped encourage him (artist Crystal Floyd tangible and playful. and the Bless Your Heart Crew); and, in the That Plexi signage (with a little help case of his fiancée, Lynn Alaia, to cite her from other found materials) has become incredible work ethic and commitment to the central body of work, and—as O’Brian him as a major factor in this new venture. “If Lynn wasn’t the brilliant hustler that she is, mentions, has begun moving away from I would not have this opportunity … I can’t the rectangular substrate/support that squander it.” he initially devised. Most of the pieces Later this year, John O’Brian has a solo displayed here (with the exception of the show/pop-up event at Brew Five Points in tape deck works) are supported with a November. He also has commission pieces rectangular backing piece. The backing has he’s working on. “Some people treat their been loosely painted to look like mountains, creativity like beer money; I set up microbut the artist says he’s already moving away goals so I can treat it like a job.” from that grid-like referent into pieces Madeleine Peck Wagner that are more wholly sculpture. And it’s madeleine@folioweekly.com a good choice, as the small bas-relief-

John O’Brian, New Realms, assemblage, 2017

LOVE’S LABOR

ARTS + EVENTS PERFORMANCE

THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE The Limelight Theatre stages this nail-biter of an academic horserace; through Aug. 20, 11 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine, $15, 825-1164, limelight-theatre.org. ANNIE Alhambra Theater & Dining stages the tale of a young orphan’s adventures in 1930s Manhattan, through Aug. 13, 1200 Beach Blvd., Southside, $35-$57 plus tax, 641-1212, alhambrajax.com. AMERICAN IDIOT Players by the Sea mounts this musical tale of disaffected suburban youngster, based on the Green Day rock opera; through Aug. 12, 106 Sixth St. N, Jax Beach, $25-$28, 246-0289, playersbythesea.org. INTO THE WOODSAmelia Musical Playhouse presents this award winning musical by James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim, follow-up tales that answers the question “What happens post ‘Happily Ever After’ ?”; through Aug. 12; 1955 Island Walkway, Fernandina Beach, $15-20, 277-3455, ameliamusicalplayhouse.com.

CLASSICAL + JAZZ

TAYLOR ROBERTS The jazz guitarist is on 7-10 p.m. every Wed., Ocean 60, 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 247-0060, ocean60.com. Also 4 p.m. Thur. at lobby bar; 6 p.m. Fri. & Sat., Salt Restaurant, Ritz-Carlton, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., 277-1100, ritzcarlton.com. THREE GENERATIONS OF MUSICIANS Adult and child performers play important works of Pachel, Purcell, MacDowell and more. Adult performers include pianist Rosalind Elson and composer John Stribling, 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 19, Sam R. Marks Chapel, Jacksonville University, 2800 North University Blvd., 256-73070, Free.

Ponsler: Chasing Shadows, through Oct. 4. A Collector’s Eye: Celebrating Joseph Jeffers Dodge, through Feb. 4. KARPELES MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY MUSEUM 101 W. First St., Springfield, 356-2992, rain.org/~karpeles/jaxfrm.html. Robert Fulton & the U.S. Navy: Steamboats & Submarines, and Leilani Leo’s All the Way Up paintings of gods and goddesses, both on display through August. LINCOLNVILLE MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER 2-3:30 p.m., Aug. 13, 102 Martin Luther King Ave., 824-1191, lincolnvilemcc@gmail.com, WOMEN Unite: A conversation with Dorothy Pitman Hughes. MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & HISTORY 1025 Museum Cir., Southbank, 396-6674, themosh.org; Take a ride through history on the St. Johns River every Saturday afternoon with MOSH and the St. Johns River Taxi. 1p.m. & 3:30 p.m.; $15 adults, $12 children. MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART JACKSONVILLE 333 N. Laura St., 366-6911, mocajacksonville.unf.edu. The Project: Atrium installation, Plexus No. 38 by Gabriel Dawe, is on display through Oct. 29. Synthesize: Art + Music, works by contemporary sound-based artists, displays through Sept. 24. Iterations: Lorrie Fredette displays through Sept. 10.

GALLERIES

HOBNOB GALLERY & EVENT SPACE 220 Riverside Ave., Riverside, hobnobjax.com. Sisters Holly and Heather

Blanton show together in this ongoing display of individual and collaborative art. BOLD BEAN 869 Stockton St., 374-5735, boldbeancoffee.com. Landscapes and Mix Tapes new works by John O’Brian, displays through August. MAKERSPACE GALLERY Main Library, 303 N. Laura St., Downtown, 630-2665, jaxpubliclibrary.org/jax-makerspace. Survive to Thrive: Life Beyond Sexual Violence, opens Aug. 2; runs through Oct. 22. THE MONARCH STUDIO 203 W. King St., St. Augustine, 516-8203, themonarchstudio.com, Regarding Cuba: An Exhibition, on display through Aug. 11. RITZ THEATRE & MUSEUM 829 N. Davis St., Downtown, 632-5555, ritzjacksonville.com. African Village Bazaar is held noon-6 p.m. Aug. 27. MONYA ROWE GALLERY 4 Rohde Ave., St. Augustine, 217-0637, monyarowegallery.com. Louis Fratino solo show, through Sept. 23. ROTUNDA GALLERY AT THE ST. JOHNS COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, The Art of Susanne Schuenke, exhibition tours Aug. 9, 16 & 30 from 3-4 p.m.; susanneschuenke.com. SOUTHLIGHT GALLERY Bank of America Tower, 50 N. Laura St., Ste. 150, 438-4358, southlightgallery.com. 2017 Summer Wall, works by Jerry Uelsmann, Robert

Leedy, Tony Wood, Thomas Hager, Doug Eng, Paul Ladnier, Paul Karabinis and Jim Draper, runs through Sept. 6. UNF Summer Show displays through August. The co-op shows 20 local artists’ works.

EVENTS

JUMBO SHRIMP VS. MISSISSIPPI BRAVES Our hometown heroes bravely begin another homestand, this time against the Mississippi Braves at 7:05 p.m. Aug. 10 (Mavericks Live Thirsty Thursday, St. Johns County Night), Aug. 11 (Red Shirt, Fireworks), 6:05 p.m. Aug. 12 (Bowling Shirt Giveaway), 3:05 p.m. Aug. 13 (Princess Day), and 7:05 p.m. Aug. 14 (Canines & Crustaceans Bark in the Park, Charity Begins at Home), all at Bragan Field, Baseball Grounds, Downtown, single game tix start at $9 (check website), 358-2846, jaxshrimp.com. Next up: Birmingham Barons. TEDX JACKSONVILLE SALON DISCUSSION Hidden No More, a discussion of immigrants’ contributions to the Jacksonville community, is 2-4 p.m. Aug. 19, $12, at Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church, 4001 Hendricks Ave., eventbrite.com.

_________________________________________ To list an event, send time, date, location (street address, city), admission price, contact number to print to Madeleine Peck Wagner; email madeleine@folioweekly.com or mail 45 W. Bay St., Ste. 103, Jacksonville FL 32202. Items run as space is available. Deadline noon Wed. for next Wed. printing.

COMEDY

SHERRI SHEPHERD Shepherd memorably played Tracy Morgan’s wife on 30 Rock but is probably best known for her sharp observations on ABC’s The View; she appears 7:30 & 9:45 p.m. Aug. 11 & 12; at The Comedy Zone, 3130 Hartley Rd., Mandarin, 292-4242, $25-$122.50, comedyzone.com. KYM WHITLEY & DAVID ARNOLD A hilarious Battle of the Sexes where no clear winner emerges, but it is “absolute fire.” Whitley & Arnold appear 8:00 p.m. Aug. 10; 7:30 Aug. 11; 7:30 & 10 p.m., Aug.12 at The Comedy Club of Jacksonville, 11000 Beach Blvd., Southside, 646-4277, $23-$50, jacksonvillecomedy.com. FRED’S ALL-STAR COMEDIANS Different local comedians perform 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9 & 15 at The Comedy Zone, 292-4242, $10, comedyzone.com.

CALLS + WORKSHOPS

ST. AUGUSTINE YOUTH CHORUS AUDITIONS The chorus, 30 singers ages 8-18 from St. Augustine and St. Johns County, is open for new members. Prior musical training isn’t necessary, but an audition–by appointment only–is required. To request an audition, go to staugustineyouthchorus.org/ audition and complete the form. ONE SPARK 2017 CALL FOR CREATORS One Spark accepts creator applications for this year’s fest, held Oct. 6 & 7 at EverBank Field. Deadline is Sept. 8; details at onespark.com. FORT MOSE HISTORIC STATE PARK The state park seeks volunteers with skill sets and interests ranging from historical re-enactors, event coordinators and museum guides to gardeners–and someone with computer skills to work with the Historical Society administrative team. Details, 823-2232 or email vicki.tiseth@dep.state.fl.us. CALL FOR ART 16th ANNUAL TACTILE ART SHOW The St. Augustine Art Association in partnership with the The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind hosts this annual touchable art event. No sharp edges please! Submissions: members: $15/ piece; non-members: $35/piece; students call for discount; limit 3 pieces. Artwork receiving days: 12-6 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 29; 12-4 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 30. $300 best in show and other prizes, 22 Marine St., St. Augustine, 824-2310, staaa.org.

ART WALKS + MARKETS

RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Local, regional art; 9 a.m. yoga, live music—Ronan School of Music, Julie Durden, Katherine Archer, Modern Monsters—farmers market, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 5 under Fuller Warren Bridge, 715 Riverside Ave., free admission, 389-2449, riversideartsmarket.com. CONSCIOUS MARKET Tastes and sips mingle, 7-11 p.m. every Sat. at Conscious Eats, 5913 St. Augustine Rd., Ste. 5, Mandarin, 612-3934. Bring a donation of dried beans, rices, quinoas, grains. Proceeds benefit Conscious Market/ Character Counts programs. WHITE HARVEST FARMS & FARMER’S MARKET Local organic, fresh produce, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Sat., 5348 Moncrief Rd., Northside, 354-4162; accepting cash, EBT, WIC, credit cards; proceeds benefit Clara White Mission, clarawhitemission.org.

MUSEUMS

CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART & GARDENS 29 Riverside Ave., 356-6857, cummermuseum.org. Ink, Silk & Gold: Islamic Treasures from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston displays through Sept. 3. Poetry of Landscape: The Art of Eugène Louis Charvot (1847-1924), through Sept. 10; David

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ORCHESTRAL MANEUVERS,

IN THE DARK

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Raisin Cake Orchestra works THE CIRCUIT

in 2014. This last Volstead gig hen news broke of the will feature three of the four imminent closing of the core members—Jim Snyder Volstead, its customers on saxophone and clarinet, were caught by surprise. John Chapman on the doubleBy all accounts and by all bass and the beast-like Ben appearances, business has Adkins on drums—joined by been just fine throughout its regular collaborator Larry Wilson, a Grammy run on Adams Street Downtown, in the middle nominee who plays keyboards and organ. of a block famously epicentric to the city’s local (He’s also producing their album, recorded music scene, across the street from De Real this month and available later this year.) Ting Café, which was once The Milk Bar, and “The Volstead has some of the best just a few yards away from what used to be the atmosphere you’ll find,” says Chapman, who’s legendary Moto Lounge. The end of August played there with RCO dozens of times. “The will see the end of The Volstead, and with it the décor, the lighting, the sound. The staff is end of a brief but potent era—a passage worth amazing, top to bottom.” Chapman, Snyder noting for more reasons than one. and guitarist Steve Gallatin all came together The Volstead did not pioneer the region’s as students in University of North Florida’s speakeasy aesthetic—that distinction belongs fabled jazz program a decade ago, bonding to Dos Gatos, later followed by Sidecar over a shared love of small-group swing. and The Parlour, both in San Marco, then Think John Kirby Sextet, Artie Shaw & his Prohibition Kitchen down in the Oldest Gramercy Five, and especially The Benny City—but they certainly did it best. As you Goodman Trio (which was, incidentally, go through the whole experience, from the the first integrated band in dapper door-dudes out America). It’s a style built on front to the neo-flappers RAISIN CAKE ORCHESTRA speed and precision, sudden tending bar inside, and 9 p.m. Aug. 12, The Volstead, starts and false endings, classics the older-than-old-school 115 W. Adams St., 414-3171, like “Crazy Rhythm,” “Avalon” gangsters memorialized thevolsteadjax.com and “Sweet Georgia Brown.” on its walls, stepping into For his part, Chapman, The Volstead always felt being a bassist, is partial to ballads. “We do a like stepping backward in time, into a bygone ballad called ‘Willow Weep For Me’ that has a era of sound and fury, frenetically paced really nice, bluesy 12/8 feel, soulful harmony, and fabulously festooned. It was never a dive and a melody that tells a great story even bar or a hipster haven. Patrons dressed to without the lyrics. It really encapsulates our impress, drinking high-end cocktails from flavor, and even though we have stuff that is copper mugs, conversing over candlelight and played at a faster tempo or a funkier beat, this nodding to one another, like insiders sharing song has loads of emotion already written into a secret that could bring them all to ruin if it that brings out the best of who we are as a discovered. The vibe felt vaguely illicit, but it band and captivates listeners.” was totally legal, which is quite the opposite of “I’m so sad to see a great hangout that how a lot of bars operate these days. has become such an integral part of the From almost the start, a major part of that Downtown landscape close,” says Chapman. bar’s brand was the monthly Saturday sets by “I hope it can be avoided.” Note also that RCO the Raisin Cake Orchestra, arguably the best has four other gigs booked for August—they’ll small-group jazz band working the circuit today. After more than 40 nights navigating be at Ragtime Aug. 20 , and Prohibition the concrete floor that serves as The Volstead Kitchen on Aug. 11, 19 and 25. Ultimately, stage, they’re making their last stand on that The Volstead was not undone by revenuers, or bandstand on Aug. 12. It is a must-see musical squads of ax-wielding blue-hairs; it was just event for all who’ve seen them there before, business, and now it cruises along to its final days with the smooth dignity of bootlegger either on the weekend or sometimes on First boats plucking contraband from the river at Wednesday Art Walk. night. As the great Eddie Condon once said To be clear, Raisin Cake Orchestra is not about Chicago jazz, “We don’t flat our fifths— really an orchestra; you couldn’t fit one in that we drink ’em!” space unless you put them on the roof. It’s Shelton Hull actually a quartet, but more than two dozen mail@folioweekly.com musicians have played in it since its founding

Paisley Park’s favorite sons, MORRIS DAY & the TIME (pictured), bring the funk with guests RUDE BOYS, LAKESIDE, READY for the WORLD, TROOP and ADINA HOWARD to Southside’s Morocco Shrine Grounds Saturday, Aug. 12.

LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC CONCERTS THIS WEEK GONE TO PLAID, HAPPY TUESDAY, SPARS, VANILLA SUGAR 7 p.m. Aug. 9, Jack Rabbits, 1528 Hendricks Ave., 398-7496, $8. CAPSTAN, BELMONT, DIVORCE CULTURE, FAIR FIGHT, SCRUB JAY 6:30 p.m. Aug. 9, Nighthawks, 2952 Roosevelt Blvd., $10-$12. THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW 8 p.m. Aug. 9, Florida Theatre, 128 E. Forsyth St., Downtown, 355-2787, $45-$75. RASH DECISIONS, GOV CLUB, DAGGER BEACH 10 p.m. Aug. 11, The Roadhouse, 231 Blanding Blvd., 264-0611, $3 advance; $5 day of. TRADED YOUTH SKY CLUB 8 p.m. Aug. 11, 1904 Music Hall, 19 Ocean St., Downtown, $8 advance, $10 door. LYDIA CAN’T BREATHE 8 p.m. Aug. 11, Jack Rabbits, $8 advance. ROY PEAK, BILLY & BELLA 6 p.m. Aug. 11, Mudville Music Room, 3104 Atlantic Blvd., St. Nicholas, 352-7008, raylewispresents.com. CASSIDY LEIGH, LOVE MONKEY 5 p.m., 9:30 p.m. Aug. 11, Cheers Park Avenue, 1138 Park Ave., Orange Park, 269-4855, $3. THE BROWN GOOSE, KINGS CANVAS, LITTLE GERONIMO 9 p.m. Aug. 12, Sarbez, 115 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 342-0632, $5. THE JOHNNY SHITFACE SHOW FUNDRAISER 7 p.m. Aug. 12, Nighthawks. 21 BLUE, LONGINEAU PARSONS II & III 6 p.m. Aug. 12, Mudville Music Room. RAVEN CAIN, GLUTTON 8 p.m. Aug. 12, Jack Rabbits, $8 advance. DONALD FAGEN & the NIGHTFLYERS Gates 6 p.m., show 7:30 p.m. Aug. 12, St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A S., 209-03676, $54-$104. MORRIS DAY & the TIME, RUDE BOYS, LAKESIDE, READY for the WORLD, TROOP, ADINA HOWARD Doors 4 p.m., show 6 p.m. Aug. 12, Morocco Shrine Grounds, 3800 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., 642-5200, Southside, $40-$155. RONAN SCHOOL of MUSIC, JULIE DURDEN, KATHERINE ARCHER, MODERN MONSTERS 10:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Aug. 12, Riverside Arts Market, 715 Riverside Ave., free, 389-2449, riversideartsmarket.com. FRATELLO 9:30 p.m. Aug. 12, Cheers Park Avenue, $3. DIEALPS!, WISE RIVER, JACOB HUDSON 7 p.m. Aug. 13, The Mockshop Music Exchange, 933 Edgewood Ave. S., Riverside, 647-4415, $8. Grateful Sundays China Cat Festival Afterparty CHARLIE FOG BAND, BROTHER HAWK 7 p.m. Aug. 13, 1904 Music Hall, $8. RIVER CITY RHYTHM KINGS 6 p.m. Aug. 14, Mudville Music Room. THE NIGHT GAME, SUNDRENCHED 7 p.m. Aug. 14, Jack Rabbits, $8. MERCY BLOW, MISGIVER, NO GOOD DEED 6:30 p.m. Aug. 14, Nighthawks, $10.

JUST CHAMELEONS, DENVER HALL 7 p.m. Aug. 15, Jack Rabbits, $5. LIL YACHTY 7 p.m. Aug. 16, Mavericks Live, The Landing, Downtown, 356-1110, $29.50-$131. VATICAN, BREAKING WHEEL, MOMENTUM 6 p.m. Aug. 16, Nighthawks, $8 advance, $10 door. THE FUTURE HNDRXX TOUR 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16, Daily’s Place, Downtown, $55-$361. FRATELLO 9:30 p.m. Aug. 16, Cheers Park Avenue, $3. PANS PERMIA, RISHAVAH, DOWN 8 p.m. Aug. 16, 1904 Music Hall, $8 advance, $10 day of.

UPCOMING CONCERTS

JOHNNY DIAZ, UNSPOKEN, WILLY RAMOS Aug. 17, The Florida Theatre RAMIREZ, GERM, SHAKEWELL, MIKEY the MAGICIAN Aug. 17, 1904 Music Hall JASON ALDEAN, CHRIS YOUNG, KANE BROWN, DEEJAY SILVER Aug. 17, Veterans Memorial Arena GOODNIGHT IRENE, DEFY the TIDE Aug. 17, Jack Rabbits The FIREWATER TENT REVIVAL Aug. 17, Cheers Park Avenue ANTONE LaPLUME BAND, CUSTARD PIE Aug. 18, The Roadhouse ALBERT CASTIGLIA Aug. 18, Mojo Kitchen DOG APOLLO, WINTER WAVE, SKY VIEW, OUTEREDGE Aug. 18, Jack Rabbits JIMI MEETS FUNK—ROOSEVELT COLLIER TRIO JIMI HENDRIX TRIBUTE, STOOP KIDS Aug. 18, 1904 Music Hall OZONE BABY Aug. 18 & 19, Cheers Park Avenue THOMAS WYNN & the BELIEVERS, CHAD JASMINE’S BATH PARTY Aug. 19, Jack Rabbits UNDERHILL ROSE Aug. 19, Mudville Music Room MATCHBOX TWENTY, COUNTING CROWS Aug. 19, Daily’s Place WHO’S BAD: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Aug. 19, Florida Theatre The BLACK CREEK BASTARDS ALBUM RELEASE: The FIREWATER TENT REVIVAL, N.W. IZZARD, ZEB PADGETT Aug. 19, 1904 Music Hall OAK AND FLOWER Aug. 19, Sarbez MADI CARR, UNDERHILL ROSE, JERRY MANISCALCO Aug. 19, Riverside Arts Market ANDREW DICE CLAY Aug. 20, Florida Theatre The GODDAMN GALLOWS, MUDTOWN, CAIN’T NEVER COULD Aug. 20, Nighthawks AUTHORITY ZERO & the SUPERVILLIANS, BIGFOOT BAREFOOT, The ATTACK Aug. 20, Jack Rabbits PIECE OF MIND, UPRIGHT, VITALITY TRIAL Aug. 21, Rain Dogs MARY J. BLIGE Aug. 23, Daily’s Place KAP G & J.R. DONATO—SUPERJEFE TOUR Aug. 23, 1904 Music Hall PETER WHITE, EUGE GROOVE Aug. 23, P.V.C. Hall MARY J. BLIGE Aug. 23, Daily’s Place BLISTUR Aug. 23, Cheers Park Avenue PUNK ROCK KARAOKE Aug., 23 Nighthawks

BLUES, BREWS & BBQ BENEFIT Aug. 24, Florida Theatre SECOND SHOT BAND Aug. 24, Cheers Park Avenue DEAN FORD & the BEAUTIFUL ONES, NICKFRESH Aug. 24, 1904 Music Hall VEIN, SANCTION, BURIED DREAMS Aug. 25, Rain Dogs MIKE SHACKELFORD BAND Aug. 25, Mudville Music Room MONSTERS of MOCK Aug. 25, Mavericks Live JO KOY Aug. 25, Florida Theatre COMMUNITY CENTER, RUFFIANS, GOV CLUB Aug. 25, Nighthawks FALLEN EMPIRE Aug. 25 & 26, Cheers Park Avenue St. Johns Riverkeeper River Ruckus: MERE WOODARD, EDDIE COTTON & the UNCANNY VALLEY BOYS, POPP OVER AMERICA Aug. 26, Riverside Arts Market MUDVILLE MUSIC ROOM ANNIVERSARY Aug. 25, Mudville Music Room BLAIR HANKS Aug. 26, Jack Rabbits WEST KING STRING BAND, FAT POSSUM OVERDRIVE Aug. 27, 1904 Music Hall LEE HUNTER, JOEY KERR Aug. 27, Music in the Box, Limelight Theatre LIFEHOUSE, SWITCHFOOT Aug. 27, Daily’s Place MORTALITY RATE, PROWL, JUSTICE TACKLE Aug. 27, Rain Dogs THE YOUNG STEP, COMMUNITY CENTER, CALCIVER Aug. 27, SARBEZ DONAVON FRANKENREITER, MATT GRUNDY & BRENT BYRD Aug. 29, Jack Rabbits JULIA GULIA Aug. 30, Cheers Park Avenue FORTUNATE YOUTH, JAHMEN Aug. 30, Jack Rabbits TOWN MOUNTAIN, REMEDY TREE Aug. 31, Jack Rabbits GOO GOO DOLLS, PHILLIP PHILLIPS Sept. 2, Daily’s Place STRANGERWOLF, GABE DARLING, ALLIE & the KATS Sept. 2, Riverside Arts Market CATFISH & the BOTTLEMEN Sept. 4, Mavericks Live PARAMORE Sept. 6, T-U Center MODEST MOUSE Sept. 7, St. Augustine Amphitheatre APOCALYPTICA Plays Metallica by Four Cellos Sept. 7, Florida Theatre BLACKBERRY SMOKE, The CHRIS ROBINSON BROTHERHOOD Sept. 8, St. Augustine Amphitheatre THE FRITZ: NATURAL MIND ALBUM RELEASE PARTY Sept. 8, 1904 Music Hall Sing Out Loud Festival: DOUG CARN, WILLIE GREEN, DAVE DONDERO, BEARS & LIONS, JOEY HARKUM, STEVE EARLE, LAKE STREET DIVE, WOLF PARADE, DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND, LOS LOBOS, LUCERO, DEER TICK, LANGHORNE SLIM, LYDIA LOVELESS, COLTON MCKENNA, tons of others Sept. 8-10, 15-17 & 22-24, St. Augustine venues BRYAN ADAMS Sept. 9, Daily’s Place DARK TRANQUILITY, WARBRINGER, STRIKER Sept. 9, 1904 Music Hall A NICE PAIR, CYRUS QARANTA, ARVID SMITH, LINDA GRENVILLE Sept. 9, Riverside Arts Market ADAM ANT Sept. 10, Florida Theatre MARSHALL TUCKER BAND Sept. 14, Florida Theatre

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LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC Local trio N. W. IZZARD brings their unique style of energized western music that embraces the roots of soul and funk to Lynch’s Irish Pub in Jax Beach on Tuesday, Aug. 15.

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WIDESPREAD PANIC Sept. 15-17, St. Augustine Amphitheatre TIM McGRAW & FAITH HILL Sept. 16, Veterans Memorial Arena JESSE MONTOYA, MARK WILLIAMS & BLUE HORSE, DONNA FROST Sept. 16, Riverside Arts Market MISS MAY I, ICE NINE KILLS, CAPSIZE, LORNA SHORE Sept. 15, 1904 Music Hall RAUL MIDON Sept. 16, Ritz Theatre ZOOGMA Sept. 16, 1904 Music Hall SAMMY HAGAR & the CIRCLE (Michael Anthony, Jason Bonham, Vic Johnson), COLLECTIVE SOUL Sept. 20, St. Augustine Amphitheatre ZAC BROWN BAND Sept. 21, Daily’s Place UB40 LEGENDS ALI, ASTRO & MICKEY Sept. 21, St. Augustine Amphitheatre YOUNG the GIANT, COLD WAR KIDS, JOYWAVE Sept. 22, Daily’s Place SELWYN BIRCHWOOD Sept. 22, Mojo Kitchen BROADWAY BOYS Sept. 22, Ritz Theatre LAURYN HILL, NAS, CHRONIXX Sept. 23, Daily’s Place Festival of Flight Angels for Allison: KIM RETEGUIZ, COURTNIE FRAZIER Sept. 23, Riverside Arts Market The PSYCHEDELIC FURS, BASH & POP, TOMMY STINSON Sept. 23, P.V.C. Hall THE GRASS IS DEAD Sept. 23, 1904 Music Hall ANCIENT CITY SLICKERS Sept. 24, Music in the Box, Limelight Theatre BRIAN REGAN Sept. 24, Florida Theatre KATIE THIROUIX Sept. 24, Ritz Theatre APPALACHIAN DEATH TRAP, GHOSTWITCH Sept. 25, The Roadhouse FLAG ON FIRE, HUNTING WITH DICK CHENEY, NOT YOUR HERO Sept. 26, The Roadhouse TERRI CLARK Sept. 27, P.V.C. Hall DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES, ST. PAUL & the BROKEN BONES Sept. 28, Veterans Memorial Arena ALISON KRAUSS, DAVID GRAY Sept. 28, St. Augustine Amphitheatre GHOST MICE & LYCKA TILL Sept. 28, Rain Dogs STEVE FORBERT Sept. 30, Mudville Music Room BILLY & BELLA, MIKE SHACKELFORD BAND, SCOTT JONES DANCERS Sept. 30, Riverside Arts Market TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE Oct. 1, P.V.C. Hall JOSEPH Oct. 2, P.V.C. Hall JACK JOHNSON, BAHAMAS Oct. 2 & 3, St. Augustine Amphitheatre JESSE COOK Oct. 3, Florida Theatre HARD WORKING AMERICANS Oct. 4, P.V.C. Hall SEU JORGE presents The Life Aquatic: A Tribute to David Bowie Oct. 5, Florida Theatre ELEPHANT REVIVAL Oct. 5, P.V.C. Hall DELBERT McCLINTON & SELFMADE MEN Oct. 6, P.V.C. Hall SOUND TRIBE SECTOR (STS9), JADE CICADA, SUNSQUABI Oct. 7, St. Augustine Amphitheatre JUDAH & the LION Oct. 10, Mavericks Live CHRIS ISAAK Oct. 10, Florida Theatre The Smooth Tour: FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE, NELLY, CHRIS LANE Oct. 12, Veterans Memorial Arena Suwannee Roots Revival: BÉLA FLECK, ABIGAIL WASHBURN, STEEP CANYON RANGERS, The WOOD BROTHERS, DONNA the BUFFALO Oct. 12-15, Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park DAVINA SOWERS & the VEGABONDS Oct. 12, Ritz Theatre LYNYRD SKYNYRD, The OUTLAWS Oct. 13, St. Augustine Amphitheatre The JAMES HUNTER SIX Oct. 16, P.V.C. Hall

CONOR OBERST, The FELICE BROTHERS Oct. 17, P.V.C. Hall Once a Month Punk: SCATTER BRAINS, LOOSE BEARINGS Oct. 19, Blue Water Daiquiri & Oyster Bar THE CALIFORNIA HONEYDROPS Oct. 19, P.V.C. Hall TEMPTATIONS, FOUR TOPS Oct. 20, Florida Theatre Broken Crows Tour: MATISYAHU, COMMON KINGS, ORPHAN Oct. 20, P.V.C. Hall SPOON Oct. 21, Mavericks Live The AVETT BROTHERS Oct. 21, St. Augustine Amphitheatre LORDS of ACID Oct. 22, Mavericks Live SANTANA Oct. 24, Daily’s Place KINGS of LEON, DAWES Oct. 25, Daily’s Place BROADWAY’S NEXT HIT MUSICAL Oct. 25, Ritz Theatre ANDY MINEO Oct. 26, Mavericks Live MERCYME Oct. 26, T-U Center TOAD the WET SPROCKET Oct. 27, P.V.C. Hall THE MAGPIE SALUTE Oct. 29, Florida Theatre MICHAEL LAGASSE & FRIENDS Oct. 29, Music in the Box, Limelight Theatre JOHNNYSWIM Nov. 1, P.V.C. Hall GARY OWEN Nov. 3, Florida Theatre JOHN CLEESE (screens Monty Python & the Holy Grail) Nov. 4, Florida Theatre SISTER HAZEL Nov. 4, P.V.C. Hall JETHRO TULL Nov. 7, Daily’s Place NOBUTU Nov. 7, Ritz Theatre CHRIS SMITHER Nov. 10, Mudville Music Room BEN FOLDS Nov. 10, Florida Theatre CHRIS STAPLETON’S All American Road Show: MARTY STUART, BRENT COBB Nov. 11, Veterans Memorial Arena OTTMAR LIEBERT, LUNA NEGRA Nov. 12, P.V.C. Hall SON VOLT Nov. 17, St. Aug. Amp’s Backyard Stage MIKE EPPS Nov. 17, Florida Theatre CELTIC THUNDER SYMPHONY 2017 Nov. 18, Florida Theatre JOHN McLAUGHLIN, JIMMY HERRING (play Mahavisnu Orchestra) Nov. 24, Florida Theatre DAVE KOZ, PETER WHITE, RICK BRAUN, DAVID BENOIT, SELINA ALBRIGHT Nov. 25, Florida Theatre LINDA COLE & JAZZ MUSICIANS Nov. 26, Music in the Box, Limelight Theatre The BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA Nov. 29, Florida Theatre KANSAS LEFTOVERTURE 40TH ANNIVERSARY Dec. 2, Florida Theatre D.R.I., KAUTSIK Dec. 6, Nighthawks GRANGER SMITH, LAUREN ALAINA, MIDLAND, DYLAN SCOTT Dec. 7, T-U Center Moran Theater JANET JACKSON Dec. 12, Veterans Memorial Arena JOHN PRINE Dec. 13, Florida Theatre BEN HAGGARD Dec. 13, P.V.C. Hall HARLEY FLANAGAN (Cro-Mags) Dec. 17, Nighthawks GABRIEL IGLESIAS Dec. 21, Florida Theatre DONNA the BUFFALO Dec. 29, P.V.C. Hall JIM GAFFIGAN Dec. 30, Veterans Memorial Arena THE ZOMBIES Jan. 12, P.V.C. Hall A TEMPTATIONS REVUE, BO HENDERSON Jan. 13, Ritz Theatre Take Me to the River: WILLIAM BELL, BOBBY RUSH, DON BRYANT Jan. 30, Florida Theatre MARY WILSON (The Supremes) Feb. 3, Ritz Theatre JOHN McCUTCHEON Feb. 8, P.V.C. Hall The LANGSTON HUGHES PROJECT Feb. 10, Ritz Theatre The HOT SARDINES Feb. 13, Florida Theatre PAULA POUNDSTONE Feb. 16, Florida Theatre BOTTLE ROCKETS, CHUCK PROPHET & the MISSION EXPRESS Feb. 16, P.V.C. Hall SIERRA HULL Feb. 17, P.V.C. Hall GEORGE WINSTON Feb. 23, P.V.C. Hall

MICHAEL McDONALD Feb. 27, Florida Theatre JOHN HAMMOND March 3, P.V.C. Hall TIERNEY SUTTON BAND March 4, Ritz Theatre GET the LED OUT March 16, Florida Theatre MIKE + The MECHANICS March 21, P.V.C. Hall STEEP CANYON RANGERS March 22, Florida Theatre LOUDON WAINWRIGHT III March 30, P.V.C. Hall CHRIS BOTTI April 13, Florida Theatre BRUCE COCKBURN April 19, P.V.C. Hall BLACK JACKET SYMPHONY: Sgt. Pepper’s 50th Anniversary Tour April 27, Florida Theatre ROCK THE ’70s GALA BENEFIT May 19, Florida Theatre

LIVE MUSIC CLUBS

AMELIA ISLAND + FERNANDINA

ALLEY CAT BEER HOUSE, 316 Centre St., 491-1001 Amy Bassett every Fri. Dan Voll 6:30 p.m. every Wed. John Springer every Thur. & Sat. LA MANCHA, 2709 Sadler Rd., 261-4646 Miguel Paley 5:30-9 p.m. every Fri.-Sun. Javier Parez every Sun. SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL, 1998 S. Fletcher Ave., 277-6652 Pili Pili Aug. 9. Tad Jennings Aug. 10. Chase Foraker, Soulshine, Davis Turner Aug. 12. Hupp & Ray Aug. 13. Cassidy Lee Aug. 14. Mark O’Quinn Aug. 15 SURF RESTAURANT, 3199 S. Fletcher Ave., 261-5711 Katfish Lee Aug. 9. Bush Doctors 6 p.m. Aug. 10. Whiskey Heart 6 p.m. Aug. 12. Jimmy Beats 6 p.m. Aug. 13

AVONDALE + ORTEGA

CASBAH CAFÉ, 3628 St. Johns Ave., 981-9966 Goliath Flores every Wed. 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 Fri. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 3611 St. Johns Ave., 388-0200 Live music every Thur.-Sat.

THE BEACHES (All venues in Jax Beach unless otherwise noted)

BLUE WATER DAIQUIRI & OYSTER BAR, 205 First St. N., 249-0083 Live music most weekends BRASS ANCHOR PUB, 2292 Mayport Rd., Atlantic Beach, 249-0301 Joe Oliff 8 p.m. Aug. 9. Live music on weekends BRIX TAPHOUSE, 300 N. Second St., 241-4668 Clay Brewer Aug. 11 CULHANE’S IRISH PUB, 967 Atlantic Blvd., AB, 249-9595 DJ Heather every Wed. DJ Jerry every Thur. DJ Hal every Fri. & Sat. Michael Funge 6:30 p.m. every Sun. FLYING IGUANA TAQUERIA & TEQUILA BAR, 207 Atlantic Blvd., NB, 853-5680 3 the Band 9 p.m. Aug. 10. Live music every weekend FLY’S TIE IRISH PUB, 177 Sailfish Dr., AB, 246-4293 Live music on weekends GREEN ROOM BREWING, 228 Third St. N., 201-9283 DiCarlo Thompson 9 p.m. Aug. 12 GUSTO, 1266 Beach Blvd., 372-9925 Groov 7:30 p.m. every Wed. Michael Smith every Thur. Milton Clapp every Fri. Under the Bus every Sat. Robert Eccles 6 p.m. every Sun. HARBOR TAVERN, 160 Mayport Rd., AB, 246-2555 Live music every weekend LYNCH’S IRISH PUB, 514 First St. N., 249-5181 Evan Michael & the Well Wishers 10 p.m. Aug. 11. The Firewater Tent Revival 10 p.m. Aug. 12. N.W. Izzard Aug. 15. Split Tone every Thur. Chillula every Sun. K-Sick every Mon. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1018 Third St. N., 241-5600 Side Hustle 9 p.m. Aug. 10

LIVE + LOCAL MUSIC MEZZA RESTAURANT & BAR, 110 First St., NB, 249-5573 Gypsies Ginger every Wed. Mike Shackelford, Steve Shanholtzer every Thur. Mezza Shuffle Mon. Trevor Tanner Tue. MOJO KITCHEN, 1500 Beach Blvd., 247-6636 Albert Castiglia Aug. 18 MONKEY’S UNCLE, 1728 N. Third St., 246-1070 Live music every weekend OCEAN 60, 60 Ocean Blvd., AB, 247-0060 Taylor Roberts 7 p.m. Aug. 9 RAGTIME TAVERN, 207 Atlantic Blvd., AB, 241-7877 Billy Bowers 7 p.m. Aug. 16. Live music every Wed.-Sun. SLIDERS SEAFOOD GRILLE, 218 First St., NB, 246-0881 Billy Bowers 7 p.m. Aug. 12 SOUTHERN GROUNDS & CO., 200 First St., NB, 249-2922 Jazz Corner 6 p.m. every Tue. SURFER The BAR, 200 First St. N., 372-9756 Soulo Lyon Aug. 9. Propaganjah 8 p.m. Aug. 10. Who Rescued Who Aug. 11. Yamadeo Aug. 12. Robbie Litt Aug. 15. Live music every weekend WHISKEY JAX, 950 Marsh Landing Pkwy., 853-5973 Jerry Maniscalco Aug. 13. Live music every weekend. Blues Club every Tue. ZETA BREWING, 131 First Ave. N., 372-0727 RadioLove Aug. 11

CAMDEN COUNTY, GA.

CAPTAIN STAN’S SMOKEHOUSE, 700 Bedell Dr., Woodbine, 912-729-9552 Eddie Pickett every Wed. Live music Wed.-Sat. J’S TAVERN, 711 Osborne St., St. Marys, 912-882-5280 Live music most weekends

DOWNTOWN

1904 MUSIC HALL, 19 Ocean St. N., 345-5760 Traded Youth Sky Club 8 p.m. Aug. 11. Grateful Sundays China Cat Festival Afterparty Charlie Fog Band, Brother Hawk 7 p.m. Aug. 13. Pans Permia, Rishavah, Down 8 p.m. Aug. 16 DE REAL TING, 128 W. Adams St., 633-9738 Ras AJ, De Lions of Jah 7 p.m. Aug. 11 DOS GATOS, 123 E. Forsyth St., 354-0666 DJ Brandon every Thur. DJ NickFresh every Sat. DJ Randall every Mon. DJ Hollywood every Tue. FIONN MacCOOL’S, Jacksonville Landing, 374-1247 Spade McQuade 6 p.m. Aug. 9. Live music most weekends HOURGLASS PUB, 345 E. Bay St., 469-1719 Singer/ songwriter open mic 7 p.m. every Sun. Live music 9:30 p.m. every Fri. JACKSONVILLE LANDING, 2 Independent Dr., 353-1188 Highway Jones Band 8 p.m. Aug. 11. Robert Brown & the Confluent Aug. 12. 418 Band 8 p.m. Aug. 13 MAVERICKS LIVE, Jax Landing, 356-1110 Lil Yatchy 7 p.m. Aug. 16. Joe Buck, DJ Justin every Thur.-Sat. MYTH NIGHTCLUB, 333 E. Bay St., 707-0474 Conrack Aug. 9. Croatia Squad Aug. 11. DJ Law, Artik, Killoala, D2tay every Wed. DJs for Latin Nite every Sat.

FLEMING ISLAND

BOONDOCKS GRILL & BAR, 2808 Henley Rd., Green Cove, 406-9497 Alex Affronti Aug. 9. Mark Evans Aug. 10. Southern Ruckus Aug. 11. Jordyn Stoddard, Smokin Joe, Eric Collette Aug. 12. Paul Connor Aug. 13. Fond Kiser Aug. 15. Mark Johns Aug. 16 MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1800 Town Ctr. Blvd., 541-1999 Kurt Lanham 8:30 p.m. Aug. 10. Dopelimatic Aug. 11. Neverland Aug. 12 WHITEY’S FISH CAMP, 2032 C.R. 220, 269-4198 Spanky 9 p.m. Aug. 12. Live music every weekend

INTRACOASTAL

CLIFF’S Bar & Grill, 3033 Monument Rd., Ste. 2, 645-5162 MT Arms Aug. 9. Ivy League Aug. 11 & 12. Open mic every Tue. Live music every weekend JERRY’S Sports Bar & Grille, 13170 Atlantic Blvd., 220-6766 Party Cartel 7:30 p.m. Aug. 11. Yowsah 8:30 p.m. Aug. 12

MANDARIN

ENZA’S, 10601 San Jose Blvd., Ste. 109, 268-4458 Brian Iannucci Aug. 9 & 13 TAPS BAR & GRILL, 2220 C.R. 210, St. Johns, 819-1554 Dennis Miller 9 p.m. Aug. 9. Don’t Call Me Shirley Aug. 11. Live music every weekend

ORANGE PARK + MIDDLEBURG

BIG DAWGS, 1330 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 135, 272-4204 Live music every weekend CHEERS PARK AVENUE, 1138 Park Ave., 269-4855 Vegas Gray Aug. 9. Love Monkey Aug. 11 & 12. Fratello Aug. 16. The Firewater Tent Revival Aug. 17. Ozone Baby Aug. 18 & 19 DEE’S MUSIC BAR, 2141 Loch Rane Blvd., Ste. 140, 375-2240 Black Water Swamp Band Aug. 10. Official Lonely Highway Aug. 11. DJ Toy every Wed. Live music every weekend The HILLTOP, 2030 Wells Rd., 272-5959 John Michael on the piano every Tue.-Sat. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 1800 Town Center Blvd., 541-1999 Live music every Fri. & Sat. The ROADHOUSE, 231 Blanding Blvd., 264-0611 DJ Big Mike Aug. 10. Rash Decisions, Gov Club, Dagger Beach 10 p.m. Aug. 11

SHARK CLUB, 714 Park Ave., 215-1557 Digital Skyline 9 p.m. Aug. 9. Tom Bennett Band 9 p.m. Aug. 10

OVERSET

PONTE VEDRA

PUSSER’S GRILLE, 816 A1A, 280-7766 Ryan Campbell 10 p.m. Aug. 11. Jim Johnston & the Spaceheaters 7 p.m. Aug. 13. Live music every Fri. & Sat. TABLE 1, 330 A1A N., 280-5515 Live music every Wed., Thur. & Sat.

RIVERSIDE + WESTSIDE

ACROSS the STREET, 948 Edgewood Ave. S., 683-4182 Live music most weekends HOBNOB, 220 Riverside Ave., Ste. 10, 513-4272 Live music every Fri. THE MOCKSHOP MUSIC EXCHANGE, 933 Edgewood Ave. S., 647-4415 DieAlps!, Wise River, Jacob Hudson 7 p.m. Aug. 13 NIGHTHAWKS, 2952 Roosevelt Blvd. Capstan, Belmont, Divorce Culture, Fair Fight, Scrub Jay 6:30 p.m. Aug. 9. The Johnny Shitface Show Fundraiser 7 p.m. Aug. 12. Mercy Blow, Misgiver, No Good Deed 6:30 p.m. Aug. 14. Vatican, Breaking Wheel, Momentum 6 p.m. Aug. 16 RAIN DOGS, 1045 Park St., 379-4969 Southview 7 p.m. Aug. 10. Yashira 7 p.m. Aug. 13 RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET, 715 Riverside Ave., 389-2449 Ronan School Of Music, Julie Durden, Katherine Archer, Modern Monsters Aug. 12 SOUTH KITCHEN & SPIRITS, 3638 Park St., 475-2362 Live music most weekends UNITY PLAZA, 220 Riverside Ave., Ste. 10, 513-4272 Live music 7:30 p.m. every Fri.

ST. AUGUSTINE

CELLAR UPSTAIRS, 157 King St., 826-1594 SMG Aug. 11. Mr. Natural Aug. 12. Vinny Jacobs 2 p.m. Aug. 13 DOS COFFEE & WINE, 300 San Marco Ave., 342-2421 Live music every weekend MARDI GRAS, 123 San Marco Ave., 823-8806 JW Gilmore & the Blues Authority Aug. 11. Justin Gurnsey Aug. 12. Fre Gordon, acoustic open mic 7 p.m. Sun. Justin Gurnsey, Musicians Exchange 8 p.m. Mon. PROHIBITION KITCHEN, 119 St. George St., 209-5704 Leelyn Osborn Aug. 9. Danielle Eva, Cat McWilliams Aug. 10. Raisin Cake Orchestra Aug. 11. Junco Royals, New Rock Soul Aug. 12. Sam Pacetti Aug. 13. Rachael Warfield Aug. 14. Aslyn & the Naysayers Aug. 15. Live music nightly SARBEZ, 115 Anastasia Blvd., 342-0632 The Brown Goose, Kings Canvas, Little Geronimo 9 p.m. Aug. 12. Live music every weekend TEMPO, 16 Cathedral Pl., 342-0286 Jay Bird 7 p.m. Aug. 10. Jazzy and Greg Aug. 11. Jazzy Blue, Tony Martin Aug. 12. Jax English Salsa Band 6 p.m. Aug. 13 TRADEWINDS LOUNGE, 124 Charlotte St., 829-9336 Those Guys Aug. 11 & 12. The Down Low every Wed.

SAN MARCO

JACK RABBITS, 1528 Hendricks Ave., 398-7496 Gone To Plaid, Happy Tuesday, Spars, Vanilla Sugar Aug. 9. Lydia Can’t Breathe 8 p.m. Aug. 11. Raven Cain, Glutton 8 p.m. Aug. 12. The Night Game, Sundrenched 7 p.m. Aug. 14. Just Chameleons, Denver Hall 7 p.m. Aug. 15 MUDVILLE MUSIC ROOM, 3104 Atlantic Blvd., 352-7008 Roy Peak, Billy & Bella 6 p.m. Aug. 11. 21 Blue, Longineau Parsons II & III 6 p.m. Aug. 12. River City Rhythm Kings 6 p.m. Aug. 14

SOUTHSIDE, ARLINGTON & BAYMEADOWS

CORNER BISTRO & WINE BAR, 9823 Tapestry Park Cir., 619-1931 Matthew Hall 8 p.m. every Thur.-Sat. GREEK STREET Café, 3546 St. Johns Bluff Rd. S., 503-0620 Tavernalive 6 p.m. every Mon. MELLOW MUSHROOM, 9734 Deer Lake Ct., Ste. 1, 997-1955 Ryan Crary Aug. 10. Barrett Jockers Aug. 11 WHISKEY JAX, 10915 Baymeadows Rd., 634-7208 Live music every weekend WILD WING CAFÉ, 4555 Southside Blvd., 619-3670 Live music every weekend

SPRINGFIELD + NORTHSIDE

CROOKED ROOSTER BREWERY, 1478 S. Sixth St., Macclenny, 653-2337 Back Alley Cadillac 8 p.m. Aug. 12. Open mic 7 p.m. every Wed. FLIGHT 747 LOUNGE, 1500 Airport Rd., 741-4331 Live music every weekend KNUCKLEHEADS Bar, 850532 U.S. 17, 222-2380 Live music every weekend MELLOW MUSHROOM, 15170 Max Leggett Pkwy., 757-8843 Live music most every weekend OCEANWAY BAR, 12905 Main St. N., 647-9127 Live music most every weekend SHANTYTOWN PUB, 22 W. Sixth, 798-8222 The Howl, Kali Masi Aug. 15. Live music every weekend

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EARTH RATED DOG WASTE BAGS Picking up is a little more fun for you— and for Mother Earth with Earth Rated Dog Waste Bags. The name says it all. Not only are these bags environmentfriendly, but they are toxin-free, so they are good for your health—and the planet. They are large enough to handle any size poop and totally leak-proof, so no messy surprises. Bags feature a lavender scent to help keep odor under wraps, but unscented bags are also available. These bags rip easily from the roll and open with a quick pinch, making them perfect for dogs who don’t like to slow down after taking care of business.

POGI’S POOP BAGS Eco-conscious canines—and their humans should consider Pogi’s Poop Bags. They are completely biodegradable and break down in as little as 18 months. These earthfriendly sacks are made from environmentfriendly materials and are big enough—and thick enough—to contain even the most impressive poops. Its durable design is leakproof and the clean powder scent helps you forget what’s inside the bag.

FLUSH PUPPIES DOODIE BAGS Finally, a super sanitary solution for disposing of dog doodie! These bags are compostable and flushable—yes, flushable. Unlike plastic bags, Flush Puppies actually break down in water, so they can be safely flushed down the toilet. Just bag the poop, toss it in the toilet, and flush—the local wastewater treatment facility will do the rest. They are made from a water-soluble, eco-friendly alternative to plastic, so they will decompose quickly. The cost per bag is pricey, but hey, flushable. This is the perfect solution for puppies and those dogs who sometimes ignore the house rules.

BIOBAG PET WASTE BAGS Most tree-hugging hounds would agree: These compostable bags are the best quality money can buy. They are made from plants, vegetable oils and compostable polymers, and break down completely under the right conditions. The bags are black to hide content—and odor after use. BioBags can also help reduce bacterial build-up during collection. Good for the planet and easy to use; what more can you ask for in a dog waste bag? Biodegradable and compostable: They mean the same thing, right? Not so. The main difference is that biodegradable material breaks down and disappears into the environment. Compostable goods are organic matter that breaks down to become a pile of nutrient-rich soil. Either way, poop bags made of these ingredients can help take a load off Mother Earth and are a far better option than just letting it sit on the ground! Davi mail@folioweekly.com ____________________________________ Davi the dachshund has one dirty secret: He’s a bit of a turd burglar.

PET TIP: SCAREDY CATS (& DOGS) MONSOON SEASON IS UPON US, and as tired as you are of the rumble and crash and suede-shoe-ruining rain, chances are Yogi the Yorkie is too. (So is your big girl, Martha the Bouvier des Flandres.) To forget about the stormy weather and soothe those frayed nerves: bring your pets in and have your dog (or cat) in the same room as you are snuggled in a favorite blanket, listen to soothing music or watch a nice monotonous documentary (we’re partial to BBC’s The Monarchy), play a favorite game, and finally, resist the urge to coddle…it only signals that something really is wrong. 58 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | AUGUST 9-15, 2017

PET EVENTS PET ADOPTION • PetSmart Adoptions Aug. 12, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. 8801 Southside Blvd. RISE & SHINE! • Tour the conservation center as wildlife experts discuss some of the 35 species there, 9 a.m. Aug. 12 at White Oak Conservation, 581705 White Oak Rd., Yulee, $150 adults, $75 kids, 225-3396, whiteoakwildlife.org. MEET THE CRITTERS • Discover scales, tails and a whole lot of fun during this free event dedicated to exploring the wonderful world of small pets. 1-3 p.m. Aug. 12 at Petco, 950 Marsh Landing Pkwy., Ste. 145, Jax Beach.

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NOT CHICKEN, BUT BETTER • There’s not anybody out there who can say no to a chicken nugget, so I dare you to come down to JHS and say no to a love nugget like me! I’m a nugget of gold just waiting to be discovered. I’m also a nugget of information– did you know that cat owners are less likely to experience stress-related illnesses? It’s true. Regardless the type of nugget you’re looking for, I’m sure to be the one you need. Come meet me at JHS at 8464 Beach Blvd.–they are open 7 days a week! FREE PUPPY PLAYTIME • Build a lifetime bond with your puppy while learning about puppy play and social development from a Petco Positive Dog Trainer 1-3:30 p.m. Aug. 13 at 11111 San Jose Blvd., Mandarin. FEEDINGS & TOURS • Catty Shack’s night feedings are open to the public most Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, daytime tours most Thursdays at 1860 Starratt Rd., Northside, 757-3603, cattyshack.org. For details, check the website. THERAPY ANIMALS: RISKS & REWARDS • The panel discussion speaker series event is held

ADOPTABLES

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THE OCEAN CHOSE ME & YOU SHOULD TOO • I am Moana of the Jacksonville Humane Society. You will hop in your car, drive down to Beach Blvd. and sign the paperwork to adopt me! I’m not a princess, I’m the daughter of a chief and I love adventures! Every turn I take, every trail I track, every path I make, every road leads back to place I long to be–with you! One day I’ll know how far I’ll go and I want it to be as part of your family. Come meet me. We’ll be voyagers together. 6:30 p.m. Aug. 17 at Nemours Children’s Specialty Care, 807 Children’s Way, Southbank, 567-6863, therapyanimalcoalition.org. PET LIFE SAVER CLASSES • The class ($149) for dogs and cats is 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 19 at 205 Waler Way, Ste. 2, St. Augustine, 635-3665, petlifesaverjax.com. The next class is 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 26 at Nease Animal Hospital, 10440 U.S. 1 S., Ste. 101, St. Augustine. PET ADOPTION • 60+ cats and kittens, 40+ dogs and puppies need homes; Wags & Whiskers Pet Rescue, 1967 Old Moultrie Rd., St. Augustine, 797-1913, 797-6039, petrescue.org. All are spayed/neutered and up-to-date on shots. _________________________________________ To list an event, send the name, time, date, location (complete street address, city), admission price, contact number/website to print, to mdryden@folioweekly.com AUGUST 9-15, 2017 | FOLIOWEEKLY.com | 59

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Uruguayan writer Eduardo Galeano defines “idiot memory” as the kinds of remembrances that keep us attached and trapped to our old self-images. “Lively memory,” on the other hand, is a feisty approach to old stories. It forces us to graduate from who we used to be. “We are the sum of our efforts to change who we are,” writes Galeano. “Identity is no museum piece sitting stock-still in a display case.” Here’s a clue to your assignment from psychotherapist Dick Olney: “The goal of a good therapist is to help someone wake up from the dream that they are their self-image.”

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): I hope you’re wisely using the surging fertility coursing through you. Maybe you’ve been reinventing a long-term relationship that needed creative tinkering, hammering together an innovative business deal or generating new material for your artistic practice. It’s possible you’ve learned how to express feelings and ideas that were halfmute or inaccessible for a long time. If you’re not having experiences like these, get to work! There’s still time to tap into the fecundity.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): It’s your Season of Enlightenment. That doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll achieve an ultimate state of divine grace. It’s no guarantee you’ll be freestyling in satori, samadhi or nirvana. One thing’s certain: Life will conspire to bring you the excited joy that comes with deep insight into reality’s nature. If you take advantage of this, remember these thoughts of designer Elissa Giles: “Enlightenment is not an asexual, dispassionate, head-in-the-clouds, nailsin-the-palms disappearance from the game of life. It’s a volcanic, kick-ass, erotic commitment to love in action, coupled with hard-headed practical grist.” SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Some zoos sell urine of lions and tigers to gardeners, who sprinkle it in their gardens. Seems the stuff scares off wandering house cats that may be tempted to poo in vegetable patches. This scenario is your provocative metaphor for the weeks ahead. Might you tap into your inner wild animal’s power to protect your inner crops? Can you build up warrior energy to prevent run-ins with pesky irritants? Can you call on helpful spirits to ensure what’s growing in your life continues to thrive?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Sometimes loving you is a sacred honor for me—like getting a poem on my birthday from the Dalai Lama. Other times, loving you is like trying to lap up a delicious milkshake that’s spilled on the sidewalk, or slow-dancing with a giant robot teddy bear that accidentally knocks me down when it has a glitch. I don’t take it personally when I see your more challenging sides, since you’re always an interesting place to visit. But could you show more mercy to those who aren’t just visitors? Remind your dear allies of an obvious secret: You’re made of several different selves; each one craves different thrills.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Fates conspired to make it right and proper for you to be influenced by Sagittarian author Mark Twain. Five specific bits of his wisdom are benevolent tweaks to your attitude. Aspire to express some of his expansive snappiness. Here’s Twain: 1. “You cannot depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” 2. “Education consists mainly in what we have unlearned.” 3. “It is curious that physical courage should be so common in the world and moral courage so rare.” 4. “When in doubt, tell the truth.” 5. “Thunder is good, thunder is impressive; but it is lightning that does the work.”

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Liz, my girlfriend when I was young, went to great lengths to cultivate her physical attractiveness. “Beauty must suffer,” her mother told her while growing up, and Liz heeded her advice. To make her long blonde hair wavy, she wrapped strands of it around six empty metal cans before bed, applied a noxious spray, and slept all night with a stinky, clanking mass of metal affixed to her head. You may not do anything so literal, but you do act as if suffering helps keep you strong and attractive—as if feeling hurt is a viable way to energize a quest for what you want. If you’d like to change that, the weeks ahead are ideal. Step One: Have a compassionate talk with your inner saboteur.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “My grandfather used to tell me that if you stir muddy water, it will only get darker,” wrote I. G. Edmonds in Trickster Tales. “But if you let the muddy water stand still, the mud will settle and the water will become clearer,” he concluded. Hope this gets to you in time and you’ll then resist any temptation to agitate, churn, spill wine into, wash your face in, drink or splash around in the muddy water.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Each of us comes to know the truth our own way, says astrologer Antero Alli. “For some, it’s wild and unfettered,” he writes. “For others, it’s like a cozy domesticated cat, while others find truth through their senses alone.” Whatever your usual way of knowing the truth, you’ll benefit by trying out a different way in the next two weeks. Some choices: Trust your most positive feelings; tune in to clues and cues your body gives; perform ceremonies where you ask help of ancestral spirits; slip into an altered state by laughing nonstop for five minutes. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Would you scoff if I said you’ll soon be blessed with supernatural assistance? Smirk and roll your eyes if I advised you to find clues to your next big move by analyzing irrational fantasies? Tell me to stop spouting nonsense if I hinted a guardian angel is conspiring to blast a tunnel through the mountain you made out of a molehill? It’s OK if you ignore my predictions. They’ll come true even if you’re a staunch realist who doesn’t believe in woo-woo, juju or mojo.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In 1985, Maurizio Cattelan quit his gig at a mortuary in Padua, Italy and resolved to make a living as an artist. He started creating furniture, and evolved into a sculptor who specialized in satirical work. In 1999, he produced a piece depicting the Pope being struck by a meteorite, which sold for $886,000 in 2001. If there were ever a time when you could launch your version of his story, it’d be in the next 10 months. That doesn’t mean you should barrel ahead with such a radical act of faith, though. Following your bliss rarely leads to instant success. It may take years. Cattelan took 16. Can you accept that? PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Tally up your physical aches, psychic bruises and chronic worries. Take inventory of troubling memories, half-repressed disappointments and existential nausea. Be strong. If you bravely examine and deeply feel difficult feelings, the cures will magically begin streaming in your direction. You’ll see what to do to escape at least some suffering. Name your griefs and losses, remember nearmisses and total fiascos. You’ll be soothed, relieved and forgiven. A Great Healing will come. Rob Brezsny freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

NEWS OF THE WEIRD TOTES MY GOATS!

A local chapter of the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees in Battle Creek, Michigan, is butting heads with Western Michigan University this summer after the school brought in a goat crew to clean up an overgrown woodlot on campus, leaving union workers without jobs. The AFSCME’s grievance cites a collective bargaining agreement with WMU, but university officials counter that “the area is rife with poison ivy and other invasive species,” which are hard for humans to remove. The 20-goat crew, rented from Munchers on Hooves in Coldwater, is ahead of schedule in clearing a 15-acre area.

IS THAT A ROMAN CANDLE OR …

Robert Kanoff, 49, celebrated Independence Day in an unusual way: High on drugs, he was dropped off stark naked at a Tempe, Arizona, Walmart by two people who thought it’d be “funny to see him naked,” said police. He walked around the store wearing only shoes and carrying methamphetamines. Maricopa County sheriff ’s officers caught up with him around 10 p.m. across the street from the store.

CHECK MARY POPPINS’ CLOSET

First bikes, then cars—now umbrellas. Maybe. Sharing E Umbrella hit the streets of 11 Chinese cities in April with more than 300,000 umbrellas for rent from subway and bus stations. Unfortunately, the company’s founder, Zhao Shuping, didn’t tell how to return the rentals, and most umbrellas have vanished. Zhao noted his mistake, saying, “Umbrellas are different from bicycles. … With an umbrella, you need railings or a fence to hang it on.” He plans to replenish stock with 30 million umbrellas nationwide by year’s end.

TWO TONS OF ANGRY POT ROAST

The Do Son Buffalo Fighting Festival, in which water buffalo fight each other, has been a tradition in Hai Phong, Vietnam, since the 18th century. On July 1, buffalo trainer Dinh Xuan Huong, 46, met his doom when his own bull turned on him. The buffalo first knocked Dinh to the ground, then flipped him over its head,

goring Dinh’s leg with its horn. Dinh later died at Vietnam-Czech Friendship Hospital. Buffalo fighting ceased in Nam during the Vietnam Conflict, but the fights resumed in 1990.

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HOLD MY BEER, OSSHIFER, WHILE I BAIL LUFROY OUT

Police in Slidell, Louisiana, stopped a “car full of drunks” on July 8 and arrested the driver for driving while intoxicated. The passengers rode home in a taxi, but one of the women then drove back to the police station to bail out the driver. Slidell officers arrested her for DWI, and she joined her pal in jail. “Lesson of the day,” Slidell officers posted on their Facebook page: “Don’t drive drunk to a police station in order to bail out your drunk friend!”

COMING DOWN IS THE HARDEST THING

Police in Swansea, Illinois, suspect a brewery fortune heir has gone from driving drunk to flying high. August Adolphus Busch IV, 53, landed his helicopter around noon on July 10 on an office complex parking lot near St. Louis. Police and FAA investigators were still trying to learn why he landed there and whether any aviation laws had been broken when they were called back to the scene around 8 p.m., where Busch, appearing to be drunk, was trying unsuccessfully to take off. Swansea police reported Busch failed field sobriety tests but passed a breath test; after they secured a warrant, Busch was taken to a local hospital for blood tests. Found in the ’copter: four loaded guns, prescription pill bottles, eight dogs. At press time, no charges had been filed.

OLD PEOPLE WANT FUN, TOO

Baseball fans at the Los Angeles DodgersKansas City Royals game in Dodger Stadium on July 8 were treated to some righteous moves on the dance cam by “Rally Granny,” an older fan who capped her performance by flashing her bra at the 40,000-plus spectators. “You don’t see THAT much at a baseball stadium,” deadpanned Dodgers first baseman Cody Bellinger, who’d actually missed the spectacle. weirdnewstips@amuniversal.com

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AND THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES of America exclaimed: “When you see these thugs being thrown into the back of a paddy wagon, you just see them thrown in, rough. I said, ‘Please don’t be too nice.’” In life, we often have to look closely to see past the bluster to determine the difference between perception and reality. Some freak out over the smallest perceived slight—the fragile snowflake. Others think disorder leads to a restoration of greatness—the Gary Snowflake (or rambling provocateur). When it comes to law enforcement, are we in a world where supporting the men and women in uniform and demanding police accountability are mutually exclusive? I don’t think so. Many of us are confused and frustrated; we just want equal accountability. While the lives of brave officers certainly matter, so do their ethics. The law enforcement profession is full of heroes. It is full of people who don’t see race when making decisions about criminal justice. It’s loaded with men and women who run toward danger, rather than away. Look no further than Jeremy Mason, who literally took a bullet to the face to make Jacksonville safer. After getting shot, he continued pursuing the suspect. I applaud Mason from the core of my being. It also has its fair share of those who abuse their power. We’ve seen examples of officers who not only have disdain in their hearts, but boast about it as if it makes them even more heroic than those out there serving respectfully. And the president just gave them all a pat on the back and justification for unconstitutional behavior. In my law practice, I’ve seen my share of bad police behavior. Where do I start? How about the Daytona officer I deposed for six hours who said he has never encountered someone who wasn’t a “bad guy”? Or the officer in Ft. Pierce who shot and killed a man through his closed garage door, over loud music. Or my office making a 30-pronged request from the Jacksonville Sheriff ’s Office and getting a $314,000 bill based on one item within it, instead of an invoice which had already been prepared saying I could pay about $1,000 and get the other 29 items I asked for? Victims should not need to say “please” or jump through subjective hoops to get public records from those who harm them. Look no further than Tim James, who still is employed by JSO despite social media posts like “Someone just learned a hard lesson about showing your a-- in Jacksonville. 3 felonies 2 misdemeanors and an a--whooping to boot.

Lol. I love my job.” And another post saying, “Yep It’s that kinda night already. Someone’s getting a size 13 boot to the a-- tonight. I can feel it.” His threats and violations of human rights would not be acceptable in an accountable society.

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Recently, our client, a handcuffed 17-yearold, reported being punched and permanently scarred by Officer James while another officer watched. Before that, Officer James ran over and killed another client. Accident? Maybe. Our client’s fault? Possibly. Yet his family requested videos and other evidence more than a month ago, and still we wait. Yes, Officer James was arrested for the “unlawful touching” of someone in his custody—but he faces no significant criminal charge, he has no mugshot on JSO’s Facebook page (unlike clients who have been arrested for protesting or simply painting traffic boxes), there has been no immediate release of records or video to the alleged victims and, of course, there was no apology. JSO can control the narrative about their own employees and seem to bend over backward to give the media their version. For instance, when Mayra Martinez was repeatedly punched by another JSO officer at the jail, we asked for the video immediately. But first, JSO released it to its YouTube page. This shows you the kinds of “hits” some officers are more focused on. While my desire to dissect not just law enforcement, but the enforcement of laws, came before the president’s words

encouraging violence against those innocent until proven guilty, his statements reiterated that there is clear acceptance and celebration of police brutality from the top down. There shouldn’t be. Call me a snowflake, but this is not OK. And it’s doing nothing to foster trust in those who not only feel wronged by the criminal justice system, but are clearly victims of it. Shootings and crime, discord and strife exist in part because of this “us” versus “them” mentality and because the “them” (the police) aren’t held to the same standard as “us” (the people). So far, Jacksonville’s leadership stands mostly complacent on the president’s statement and the meaningful opportunity to talk about “blue ethics.” I’ve seen one tweet from the mayor which disappeared minutes later. Sheriff Mike Williams told WJCT that the president’s comments could negatively impact police relations—then implied that JSO is getting it right, reportedly saying, “I encourage people to look locally at what we do here, and I think our actions speak much louder than any comment made out of anybody in D.C.” It’s JSO’s action—and inaction—exhibited by multiple officer arrests, questionable hiring and retention policies and subjective enforcement that makes the need to actually speak about it crucial. We need honest, vocal leadership on this issue and an oath that more will be done. The Florida Bar will take my license to practice if I abuse clients, just as your employer will fire you if you threaten to harm a customer or co-worker. Yet we see example after example of rules being different when the sheriff ’s office is investigating one of its own. Officers need to be accountable for and to each other, as do neighborhoods. Blue ethics matter. Look no further than the words of the president. When the men and women of law enforcement can stand up like a school teacher who lives next to a drug dealer and report bad acts by other officers, when officers who use force and intimidation as an unnecessary first resort are held as accountable as someone selling a bag of weed, we can then all say we are measured the same. But we are far from that right now. Saying these things and having these concerns does not make us anti-law enforcement. In fact, it makes us pro the enforcement of laws. There can be no double standard. John M. Phillips mail@folioweekly.com _____________________________________ Phillips is an attorney and local ac tivist.

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