Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Jacksonville

OpenTable

Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Jacksonville? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Culhane's Irish Pub & Restaurant- Atlantic Beach

4.7

4.7 (116)

$30 and under

Irish

Atlantic Beach

About the restaurant

Culhane’s Irish Pub & Restaurant is a place of camaraderie where old friends meet new friends.
Featured on Food Network's “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.”
Voted best Irish Pub, Sports, Fish N' Chips, Reuben & Ultimate Brunch destination!
The Sisters were born and raised in county Limerick, Ireland.
It exemplifies the best of Irish hospitality, where we are devoted to excellent comfort food, service, and great European pints while enjoying lively events, sports and more!
A Modern International Sports Pub showing Six Nations Rugby, English Premier League, and Football games on 30 Monster HD TV's!
We look forward to your visit at the pub. Slainte!

Top review

Christine

Dined 2 days ago

Fabulous food and service. Fish and Chips, Shrimp and Grits, and of course Nana’s Sausage Rolls! Best Scotch Egg! Extremely hospitable, they make everyone feel so welcome.

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Midtown Table

4.7

4.7 (1693)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

Baymeadows

About the restaurant

Midtown Table is the latest venture in the Medure Brothers' portfolio; serving Italian-inspired lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and craft cocktails. "We want to take simple ingredients and create an exceptional experience", says Matthew Medure. "Our desire is to encourage community and give families a place to come, enjoy a meal and just spend time together."

Fresh milled wheat will be used to create breads, pasta and pizza; all crafted by hand. The menu will also feature gourmet sandwiches at lunch and delectable bites in the bar.

The location will have a "Grab and Go" market and a large outdoor area complete with yard games and fire pits.

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Triciavip

Dined 7 days ago

Delicious. I have never had a disappointing meal here. First time I tried the pizza…excellent as well

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Popular dish

Gnocchi

CatalunaJax

4.7

4.7 (181)

$31 to $50

European

Baymeadows

About the restaurant

Discover a culinary voyage like never before at Jacksonville's latest sensation! This groundbreaking restaurant and bar seamlessly blend the rich flavors of Italian, Spanish, and Mediterranean cuisine within the opulent confines of one of the city's most breathtaking dining spaces. Boasting over 6,000 square feet of luxurious ambiance, the venue underwent a multi-million-dollar transformation, culminating in the creation of two exquisite bars, an enchanting 250-seat dining room, and captivating lighting and decor. The carefully curated menu promises a gastronomic symphony featuring succulent steaks, fresh seafood, and artisanal pasta, complemented by an international selection of wines and cocktails that span the spectrum from classic to cutting-edge, including both clarified and craft concoctions. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that transcends boundaries and sets a new standard for dining excellence in Jacksonville.

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VBrown

Dined 5 days ago

The setting was EVERYTHING. Now granted my salmon could have been a little bigger but the food was delicious. The waiter was very nice as well.

Norikase

4.6

4.6 (202)

$50 and over

Japanese

Jacksonville

About the restaurant

Norikase is Jacksonville’s NEWEST modern Japanese restaurant, conveniently located next to Tinseltown movie theater off Southside. Whether you are looking for a place to unwind, a business gathering, or planning a date night, it offers an upscale dining room with an ambiance of sleek sophistication and contemporary decor. Our ingredients are sourced from Japan, ensuring the freshest and highest quality fish. It is also a great place to grab a craft cocktail at the newly renovated bar! Since we are in the soft opening phase, reservations are recommended to provide the best hospitality.

Norikase is also the FIRST IN JAX restaurant to offer an omakase experience, where skilled chefs curate a 15-17 course menu directly in front of you. A chef-to-guest intimate experience in a speakeasy setting. The concept of omakase, meaning "I leave it up to you," promises a one-of-a-kind dining adventure. Please make your omakase experience through Tock.

Top review

Ellivip

Dined 6 days ago

ALWAYS exciting to take friends for their their first Norikase experience as they are ALWAYS amazed snd delighted to have such an extraordinary experience right in our very own city! Thank you to staff and chefs!!!

Bahama Breeze - Jacksonville - St. Johns Town Center

4.5

4.5 (621)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Baymeadows

About the restaurant

Bahama Breeze Island Grille offers a To Go menu with easy online ordering. Take home a taste of the islands today. Bahama Breeze offers all your favorites: burgers, salads, seafood, chicken-all with our island flair. From jicama or plantains to jerk chicken pasta, you can enjoy the islands one taste at a time, discovering new flavors along the way. If our Latin and Caribbean-inspired recipes sound delicious but you're not sure you're ready to explore, ask us about the ingredients or preparation. We're always happy to share our knowledge of Latin American and Caribbean cuisine.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 14, 2024

They were passing out free shots! It was such a vibe!

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Jacksonville

4.5

4.5 (5486)

$30 and under

American

Baymeadows

About the restaurant

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

Top review

Tashaunta

Dined 3 days ago

Last night, my date took me to Cooper's Hawk for my Birthday dinner. It was both of our first time eating here. Our server was awesome. I apologize for not recalling her name. We enjoyed ourselves, and I will be returning.

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Crispy Brussels Sprouts

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Filet Mignon

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Crab Shrimp & Lobster Bisque

Coop 303

4.4

4.4 (1169)

$30 and under

American

Atlantic Beach

About the restaurant

Coop 303 was born from a desire to prepare and serve delicious, modern, affordable, Florida regional cuisine paired with unique cocktails with genuine, caring hospitality — food and service from the heart.

Coop 303 features traditional classic dishes with a modern twist. Two floors of dining and sipping with three unique rooms plus relaxing outdoor patios. Join us at our two full service bars where we showcase an interesting draft and bottled beer selection, classic and specialty cocktails, a variety of wines and an extensive whiskey collection.

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined 6 days ago

I had chenin blanc, wedge salad, shrimp and grits, amazing. Wife had salad with fried chicken; needed extra sauce. Overall good experience

Iguana on Park

4.3

4.3 (565)

$30 and under

Latin American

Jacksonville

About the restaurant

Iguana on Park is now open in Historic Avondale! Please come in for our chef driven menu from all over Central and South America. Enjoy our firepit tables, play some corn hole, or have a fantastic margarita from our bar. Whether its a private function, family dinner, date night, or just fun with friends, we have the spot for you!

Top review

Theresa

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Excellent as always!!! Great friendly service from Brittany. We had the marinated Ribeye and it was cooked to perfection.

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Legacy Restaurant and Bar

4.2

4.2 (328)

$31 to $50

American

Jacksonville

About the restaurant

Legacy Restaurant & Bar
Come Out And Enjoy The Newest Urban Restaurant In The Jacksonville Area

An Experience Like Non-Other

Top review

Sierra

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

Great experience for my birthday! Thank you all so much Kenzi was great

Sugar Factory - Jacksonville

3.7

3.7 (774)

$31 to $50

American

Baymeadows

About the restaurant

America’s favorite eatery and celebrity hotspot, expands with its newest location in Jacksonville, Florida, now taking reservations. The family-friendly, high-energy, world-famous celebration destination known for its sweets and treats.

“We’re celebrating 10+ years serving the most decadent sweets and treats around the world, and we are so excited to introduce our fun, high energy brand to the Jacksonville area. We’re a family-friendly restaurant, so it makes sense to expand into suburban areas. From our photo op walls to our staff, every element at Sugar Factory American Brasserie Jacksonville is designed to give guests a memorable, Instagrammable experience from the minute they walk into the minute they leave,” says owner Charissa Davidovici.

Top review

Trevor

Dined on Sep 12, 2024

Was a great experience !! Loved everything about it. We will definitely be back.

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