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Best Deli Restaurants in Jacksonville, FL
We highlight three of the best Deli restaurants in Jacksonville: San Jose Deli & Grill, Broadway Deli & Grill, and MochaRita’s Deli. These establishments, known for serving some of the best Deli sandwiches in Jacksonville, exemplify the city’s dedication to quality and authenticity in deli cuisine. Jacksonville boasts a vibrant deli scene, offering a rich variety of flavors and traditions. They are known for preparing some of the best Deli sandwiches in Jacksonville.
The world's biggest music star came to Jacksonville in 1984 and thrilled 135,000 fans
It's just about impossible to get more famous than Michael Jackson was in 1984, with "Thriller” burning up the charts and his signature moonwalk dance move and one-glove fashion statement dominating MTV and Pepsi commercials. So when it was announced that Michael and his brothers were coming to Jacksonville,...
'Eat, Drink & Be Alien': New Jacksonville restaurant a twist on traditional taco joint
A father and son have launched a first-of-its-kind Jacksonville restaurant promising "out of this world" Mexicali cuisine and a galactic-class tequila bar amid interstellar ambiance. Alien Taco & Tequila Bar landed at 7643 Gate Parkway, #105, in the Shoppes at Village Walk near Ikea and Culver's. The interstellar-themed restaurant replaces the former JJ’s...
Lotte Plaza Market expects early 2025 opening in old Best Buy in Regency area
Pending permits, Lotte Plaza Market will open in the first quarter of 2025 after it renovates the closed Best Buy in the Regency area of Jacksonville into a Korean- and Asian-focused grocery store. President Alvin Lee said by email July 15 that his group was scheduled to start construction earlier...
Lights, Camera, Sugar! Be seen on the sweetest show in town!
Do you want to take a look behind the scenes at something sweet? Join us for a taping of River City Live as we join our friends at the Sugar factory to create some memorable magic!. We will be setting up delicious shots, delectable takes, and mic drop moments for...
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar targets October opening at Town Center
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar spokesperson Jami Sharp said the Jacksonville restaurant will open this fall. “It looks like we are on track for an October opening,” Sharp said by email July 16. She did not have a specific date. The former Ida Claire restaurant at Town Center is...
Pinstripes takes another step at St. Johns Town Center
St. Johns Town Center is taking steps to demolish a building to make way for Pinstripes, a dining and entertainment venue combining bistro, bowling, bocce and private event space. Pinstripes wants to build at the site of the closed West Elm furniture store building along Buckhead Branch Drive near Nordstrom.
10 food & beverage concepts headed to downtown
Former Jaguars defensive end Marcus Stroud has plans to open a new restaurant downtown called Baby Got Brunch. The 5,000-square-foot restaurant will be located on the ground floor of the Residences at City Place condominiums. Stroud envisions the eatery as a place where diners will come for food, live music and conversation. The 94-seat restaurant and bar would offer all day brunch along with menu items like chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, macaroni and cheese, and short ribs.
Soaking up the Sun at Beach Diner
There’s nothing quite like cruising over the bridge to the island and being greeted by the iconic nautical vibes of Beach Diner. Once the location of an Applebee’s with a middling review, Beach Diner quickly became a town favorite. And while it’s definitely not new, by any means, it is one of my top spots to grab a bite. Whether you’re a local or stopping by on your way to the beach, here are some of my recommendations.
Cute and Cunning Corgi Living in the Lap of Luxury
My name is Kitsune and I love you. Yes, I am full grown even though I am small and I just want to play all day. If I eat all my food then I get to play with my favorite ball. Thanks for your time Kitsune. So how old are you and where do you live on the First Coast?
Flight problems continue to affect travelers at Jacksonville airport after software update disruption
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A worldwide technology outage had the Jacksonville International Airport dealing with flight delays and cancellations all day Friday. Several travelers were impacted by the outage, having to scramble for new flights with different airlines. “So I’ve been here since 9:00 a.m. We’re trying to book another...
New city program launches to invest hundreds of thousands of dollars in Jacksonville artists
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A new program is aiming to help shape the economy and community in Jacksonville. The City of Jacksonville and Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville are launching a pilot program to invest in local artists who are helping create a quality of life in the city. “I...
Peterbrooke Chocolatier Brings Back Fan-Favorite Gelato July
Peterbrooke Chocolatier has been a part of the Jacksonville and Northeast Florida community for more than 40 years and as a way to say thank you to the generations that have grown up with it, Peterbrooke has brought back its most wildly popular summertime guest-favorite, Gelato July. For the tenth consecutive year, every guest who visits any Peterbrooke shop on a Wednesday in July can cool off from the summer heat with an absolutely FREE scoop of Peterbrooke’s handcrafted, premium, Italian-styled gelato. In the ten years since Gelato July’s inception, Peterbrooke estimates that it has given away nearly 107,000 free sample scoops of gelato.
Warren Haynes Band announces fall 2024 headlining tour
Million Voices Whisper Tour is in support of new album of the same name due this fall. Fresh off their run performing on Slash’s S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival, the Warren Haynes Band has announced their Million Voices Whisper Tour and revealed their new studio album, Million Voices Whisper, will be released this fall. The new 16-date fall headlining tour launches September 19th in Fort Lauderdale and will make stops in Jacksonville, St. Petersburg, Richmond, Washington, DC, Nashville, Syracuse, and Philadelphia, among other cities, before wrapping October 12th in Boston.
Local consultant: Add Southbank dining, music venues to maximize ordinance opportunities
Now that the city of Jacksonville has implemented the ordinance allowing alcohol consumption on both sides of the Riverwalk, what can the city do to embrace and enhance the opportunity? The area around Friendship Fountain is about to lose its anchor — the Museum of Science and History. That follows the closure and...
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