Bars and Restaurants
I love to eat, as my waistline will attest, but I am not a foodie. If you are looking for reviews, join The Scoop group on Facebook. The places I select for this site will be based on a unique environment or experience, not the food.
Alhambra Dinner Theater
For over 50 years the Alhambra has been an entertainment icon in Jacksonville. It is the oldest continually-operating dinner theater in the nation. A broadway quality show combined with a three course meal makes for a night to remember!
Beach Blvd near I-295
Starting at $45/person
Age: 5+
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
In this interactive show the actors are hidden among the audience and YOU may be a prime suspect! There’s a four course meal and a prize for the top sleuth! Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes and test your deductive reasoning skills!
Omni Hotel downtown Jacksonville
$69.95/person
Age: 15+
River and Post rooftop lounge
The lounge is on the 9th floor overlooking the river with a view of the Fuller Warren bridge and the downtown skyline. Multiple group seating areas around fire tables (when it’s cold). Check their website for the live music schedule. This place is a hidden gem!!!
Riverside Ave and Post St
Price varies
Brewhound
This is a community bar and dog park. Bring your furry friend and let them visit off-leash while you have a drink and get to know your neighbors! Yearly, monthly, and daily passes available, see website for details.
Mayport Rd and Atlantic Blvd
Proof of pet's shots required
Age: 14+ with ID and adult
Wicked Barley
This dog friendly brewery sits on the water. They have an outdoor area with covered picnic tables, cornhole, and occasionally do events. We attended a luau with a hula dancer and fire spinner here. Great place to spend some time with family, friends and Spot!
Baymeadows near San Jose
Dogs on leash
Age: kid friendly
Secret Tiki Temple
You must know the password to be admitted. Make a reservation and they will text it to you. In this bar, they don’t tell you what is in the drinks! You tell them what you like, and they help you choose. This is asian/hawaiian fusion, although the food is only appetizers. I enjoyed the spam fried rice and the flaming tiki tai!
Baymeadows near I-95
Reservations required, lots of rules, see website
Minors allowed with adult supervision
The District
This place has an amazing outdoor space! Their “Peacock Garden” (named for the wall mural) is light and airy with lots of trees and shade. They also have a number of yurts available, climate controlled and eclectically decorated! My family enjoyed a great birthday celebration here!
Springfield near Main and 10th St
relaxing outdoors
Age: kid friendly
Mavi Waterfront Bar and Grill
Mavi has a beautiful view of the Intercoastal Waterway. They occasionally offer live music. (see their website for schedule) They offer a wide variety of food, seafood, wings, burgers, etc.
Beach Blvd at Intercoastal waterway
Great water view
Age: kid friendly
Melting Pot
The Melting Pot specializes in a fondue experience. You choose the type of fondue and the foods for dipping. The fondue is prepared at your table in front of you. This is an entertaining and social meal.
Near the Town Center
interactive meal experience
Age: kid friendly
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