October 9, 2025 Why the city thinks incentives for Downtown Starbucks make senseJacksonville officials say a Starbucks in the Bank of America Tower would be a sign of health for Downtown.…By Mike Mendenhall
October 8, 2025 1928 Cuban Bistro plans to expand in BrooklynBased in Jacksonville, 1928 Cuban Bistro plans its eighth location where Tossgreen closed.…By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record
October 8, 2025 Habit Burger & Grill sets opening for first Jax restaurantThe California-based Habit Burger & Grill plans three locations in Jacksonville.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
October 3, 2025 Starbucks seeks incentives for Downtown coffee shopThe Starbucks franchise would open on the ground floor of Bank of America Tower.…By Joe Lister - Jacksonville Daily Record
October 3, 2025 Brett’s in Fernandina Beach closes after 41 yearsThe city is considering several possible uses for the Brett’s site, including a more elaborate restaurant with a pier.…By News4Jax staff
October 1, 2025 Wobbly Whale replaces iconic British pub in St. AugustineThe Wobbly Whale Public House takes over the spot of Kings Head British Pub, which closed after 32 years.…By Dan Scanlan
September 26, 2025 Asado Life restaurant planned at Shipyards near Four SeasonsAsado is centered around the centuries-old Argentine tradition of open-flame cooking.…By Monty Zickuhr - Jacksonville Daily Record
September 25, 2025 Cracker Barrel is downsizing Maple Street chainMaple Street’s owner said it plans to close 14 of the restaurants in fiscal 2026.…By Mark Basch - Jacksonville Daily Record
September 22, 2025 Irish pub will open Halloween weekend on Bay StreetKeane’s Tavern will open in the former Justice Pub and Mark’s bar, near several new entertainment spots.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
September 16, 2025 Matanzas Innlet Restaurant may be rebuilt after 9 yearsThe restaurant in St. Augustine was razed after it was severely damaged in Hurricane Matthew.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
September 12, 2025 JEA negotiating with Live Oak to sell Downtown towerLive Oak Contracting wants to convert the former JEA campus into apartments and retail.…By Mike Mendenhall
September 2, 2025 Jenkins Quality Barbecue to close after 68 yearsThe Jenkins family cited rising costs and shifting consumer trends. The restaurant will close Sept. 30.…By Marcela Camargo - News4Jax
August 29, 2025 #AskJAXTDY | Will Bread & Board ever return Downtown?VyStar Credit Union is working to find another restaurant for the space left empty by Bread & Board.…By Mike Mendenhall
August 27, 2025 THE JAXSON | Jacksonville’s oldest sandwich shopsJacksonville has long been recognized for its legacy sandwich shops and signature creations, including the Camel Rider, Steak-in-a-Sack, and the…By Ennis Davis
August 12, 2025 Norikawa Japanese restaurant planned at 1 RiversidePearl Hospitality Group also operates Norikase in Tinseltown and Beachside Seafood in Jacksonville Beach.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
August 7, 2025 Plans for Bad Ass Coffee brewing in St. AugustineThe chain, based in Hawaii, is planning its ninth location in Florida, its first outside the Gulf.…By J. Brooks Terry - Jacksonville Daily Record
August 6, 2025 The Happy Grilled Cheese is closing DowntownThe restaurant will shut down after eight years in business. A new breakfast and lunch place will replace it.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 29, 2025 Middle Eastern restaurant coming to Bartram ParkThe Dough Show already has locations in Orlando and Tampa as it tries to spread nationwide.…By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 22, 2025 THE JAXSON | 5 restaurants coming to DowntownA crop of new restaurants under construction have the potential to turn Downtown Jacksonville into the hottest dining destination in…By Mike Field
July 15, 2025 REVIEW | 14 Prime14 Prime leaves nothing to chance. If you book a reservation, you’re guaranteed an experience that feels classy (even at…By Hanna Raskin
July 3, 2025 Metro Diner set to open Monday in St. Johns CountyThe new restaurant is in the Publix-anchored Johns Creek Center at 2851 County Road 210 W.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
June 27, 2025 Sizemore’s Coastal Kitchen opens in Jacksonville BeachThe oceanfront seafood restaurant opened at 333 First St. N., in the former space of Salt Jax Beach.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
June 24, 2025 Orsay’s beef Wellington: The $130 IRL showstopper that’s rarely grid-worthySnaps of the vaunted beef Wellington at Restaurant Orsay tend to flop. Here are some tips for beefing up your…By Hanna Raskin
June 2, 2025 New law requires restaurants to warn you about feesBeginning July 1, restaurants must notify customers upfront about automatic tips or service fees.…By News Service of Florida