Beaches (Jax, Atlantic, Neptune)
Food scene
Our favorite Taco place.
Tacos & tequila fire up crowds at this high-energy Mexican outfit adorned with murals & quirky art.
TacoLu opened in 2008 in a little building on Beach Boulevard. From the beginning, many people--including Debbie and me (but mostly Debbie)--were dubious about the timing and future of our little taco stand. Aside from the fact that no one could pronounce the name, the American economy was tanking, and most people thought it was "just plain silly to open a business in these conditions," we still thought it was a worth a shot. It was either open our own place or go to work for someone else, I thought, and so we were off!
It took a while, but the Lu eventually gained a life of its own (and quite an extensive Tequila list in the process)! After 5 years in the original location, with an unbelievable amount of patronage and support, we grew into our current building, the site of the old Homestead Restaurant, which has SO MUCH history and excitement attached to it!
We take our hats off to those who came before us, as we carry on the tradition of great food and tons of fun at the old Homestead! We hope you'll stop by and join us soon!
140 locals recommend
TacoLu
1712 Beach BlvdOur favorite Taco place.
Tacos & tequila fire up crowds at this high-energy Mexican outfit adorned with murals & quirky art.
TacoLu opened in 2008 in a little building on Beach Boulevard. From the beginning, many people--including Debbie and me (but mostly Debbie)--were dubious about the timing and future of our little taco stand. Aside from the fact that no one could pronounce the name, the American economy was tanking, and most people thought it was "just plain silly to open a business in these conditions," we still thought it was a worth a shot. It was either open our own place or go to work for someone else, I thought, and so we were off!
It took a while, but the Lu eventually gained a life of its own (and quite an extensive Tequila list in the process)! After 5 years in the original location, with an unbelievable amount of patronage and support, we grew into our current building, the site of the old Homestead Restaurant, which has SO MUCH history and excitement attached to it!
We take our hats off to those who came before us, as we carry on the tradition of great food and tons of fun at the old Homestead! We hope you'll stop by and join us soon!
Your New Neighborhood New York Style Pizza Place with a Jax Beach Flair. Bringing Jax Beach and NY together, Biggie’s Pizza. We have three locations in Southside, 5 Points and Jax Beach.
20 locals recommend
Biggie's Pizza
311 3rd Street NorthYour New Neighborhood New York Style Pizza Place with a Jax Beach Flair. Bringing Jax Beach and NY together, Biggie’s Pizza. We have three locations in Southside, 5 Points and Jax Beach.
1928 Cuban Bistro
3928 Baymeadows RoadGreat spot for some Cuban food. New Location near the beach.
High end Restaurants
Make reservations
Innovative French, Italian & Mediterranean plates in an artful space adorned with mosaic murals. Cozy dining adorned with charming accents and fresh flowers. Golden pan-fried crab cakes that will transport you to the Chesapeake Bay.
17 locals recommend
Dwight's Mediterranean Style
1527 Penman RdMake reservations
Innovative French, Italian & Mediterranean plates in an artful space adorned with mosaic murals. Cozy dining adorned with charming accents and fresh flowers. Golden pan-fried crab cakes that will transport you to the Chesapeake Bay.
Beach Bars (Some have food)
Great local watering hole
We strive to be the best bar in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. Our bar staff are knowledgeable and eager to please our patrons and guests. We are a full service bar and serve over 400 cocktails and shooters. We are proud to be "A Great Place to Meet" since opening our doors in 1945!
21 locals recommend
The Ritz
185 3rd Ave NGreat local watering hole
We strive to be the best bar in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. Our bar staff are knowledgeable and eager to please our patrons and guests. We are a full service bar and serve over 400 cocktails and shooters. We are proud to be "A Great Place to Meet" since opening our doors in 1945!
Relaxed bar with a craft beer emphasis plus drink specials, live-music events & line dancing nights.
30 locals recommend
Brix Taphouse
300 2nd St NRelaxed bar with a craft beer emphasis plus drink specials, live-music events & line dancing nights.
The Fly's Tie
177 Sailfish Dr EHidden locals Irish Pub with live bands. It's a small place but fun to hand out at.
When it comes to having food and fun in Jacksonville Beach, Monkey's Uncle Tavern is hard to beat. For more than 30 years, the beach community and visitors have made 'Monkey's' a local institution.
Along with a great menu offering appetizers, burgers, wings and entrees, we also host a weekday happy hour from opening until 7 p.m. every weekday, trivia nights, live music and DJs and dancing throughout the week.
And, in 2021, we're introducing live "Island Music Sundays" from 4 to 8 p.m. every Sunday, and DJ Miami will be joining us for "All Request Tuesdays!"
Our hours of operation are from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday -- and from 11 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday
13 locals recommend
Monkey's Uncle Tavern
1728 3rd St NWhen it comes to having food and fun in Jacksonville Beach, Monkey's Uncle Tavern is hard to beat. For more than 30 years, the beach community and visitors have made 'Monkey's' a local institution.
Along with a great menu offering appetizers, burgers, wings and entrees, we also host a weekday happy hour from opening until 7 p.m. every weekday, trivia nights, live music and DJs and dancing throughout the week.
And, in 2021, we're introducing live "Island Music Sundays" from 4 to 8 p.m. every Sunday, and DJ Miami will be joining us for "All Request Tuesdays!"
Our hours of operation are from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday -- and from 11 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday