Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

OpenTable

Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Jacksonville / Northeast Florida? 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!

Llama Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2495)

$31 to $50

Peruvian

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

IMPORTANT INFORMATION :
We have 10 tables in our dining room and can accommodate a maximum of 5 people for any reservations. for large parties inquiries please email llamarestaurant@gmail.com with at least 2 weeks in advance.

IMPORTANT NOTE : DUE TO LIMITED CAPACITY AND LACK OF LOBBY WE REQUEST NO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 8.

NIGHTS OF LIGHTS NOTICE: Downtown Saint Augustine traffic during this season can result in up to 40 minutes delays. We suggest to be mindful of timing since we have a 15 minutes tolerance and a $25 fee per person for late cancellations and No Shows.

Llama is an intimate space, please be conscious of noise levels in consideration for other parties dining with us and their respective occasions.

Thank you.

Marcel Vizcarra
Chef Owner

Top review

HelenaVIP

Dined on Jan 6, 2025

Great restaurant with a unique menu. We tried to order a couple different plates and they all looked and tasted delicious. I think the octopus appetizer was my favorite.

Rue Saint-Marc

4.9

4.9 (1708)

$50 and over

Contemporary European

Jacksonville

About the restaurant

Rue Saint-Marc is a modern restaurant serving French inspired cuisine in the San Marco neighborhood. We have an extensive cocktail program and a unique wine and craft beer list. The ambiance is stylish while still being quite comfortable. Seating includes tufted leather booths, handmade wooden tables, a beautiful bar-height communal table, and an outdoor patio. An open kitchen allows guests to view the chefs in action.

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CindyVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Spectacular! Foie gras, oysters, fresh pasta, short ribs, cheese soufflé…perfect wine pairings too!

Burlingame

4.8

4.8 (2487)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Fernandina Beach

About the restaurant

Featuring made-from-scratch, fresh, seasonal dishes and craft cocktails, Burlingame creates an enticing dining experience. We realize that dining out is about more than just the food on the plate and drink in the glass. The total guest experience should be delightful. Here you can laugh with friends, visit with family or have an intimate dinner for two and our wait staff will work to ensure your experience is beyond your expectations. Our staff will be there when you need them but tonight is about your party not about us. If we do our job right you won’t even notice us.
We want your experience to be exceptional, and that’s why the guest experience is our focus.
Tuesday wine discounts: 25% off all bottles.
25% auto-gratuity is added to tables of 8+ guests.

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JaneVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Wonderful food! Great service! Will definitely go back.

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Popular dish

Fish Dip

Popular dish

Fried Brussels Sprouts

Popular dish

Lamb Bolognese

Hangar One Bistro Airport Eatery & Bar

4.8

4.8 (653)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Watch the airplanes take off & land
An aviation dining experience
Two spacious climate controlled indoor patios with views at the main runways, airport taxiways, jet and aircraft parking areas and the Mantazas Water Inlet West of Vilano Beach will make your visit an unforgettable dining experience.

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Gary

Dined 3 days ago

Highly recommend it. Food was best I’ve had in St Augustine, and I’m a local. Sit on back porch area or in window for best view. Service was perfect as well.

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True Food Kitchen - Jacksonville

4.7

4.7 (1431)

$30 and under

American

Baymeadows

About the restaurant

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. Our menu features food and drinks crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients and carefully sourced proteins from the world’s most responsible and sustainable growers, farmers and producers. Expand your palate with our Edamame Dumplings, grab a bite of comfort food with our Grass-fed Burger or Lasagna Bolognese, or enjoy lighter fare with our O.G. Tuscan Kale Salad with Grilled Sustainable Salmon. Regardless of the occasion, we know our Jacksonville guests leave feeling energized, satisfied and most importantly, feeling great. Located in Jacksonville at The St. Johns Town center. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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victor

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent as usual. Hope to see you again. Thank you

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Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine - Atlantic Blvd

4.7

4.7 (579)

$30 and under

Thai

Jacksonville

About the restaurant

Blue Orchid was founded to inspire love of Thai cuisine and culture. We aspire to bring you the most amazing and beautiful Thai food you have eaten as well as to expose you to the wondrous hospitality for which Thailand is famous. Come experience our "Thai smiles" for yourself.

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BarbaraVIP

Dined on Jan 6, 2025

The food is always delicious and a great variety! It was a Monday so it was pretty quiet.

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Popular dish

Shrimp

Coop 303

4.6

4.6 (1184)

$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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KeithVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Our waiter Jason Kelly was terrific as was the salmon

Asado Life

4.6

4.6 (291)

$30 and under

Grill

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

"The true essence of an Asado engages family & friends long before the food hits the table."

ASADO LIFE is a full-service, experience-driven waterfront restaurant. Nestled along the picturesque San Sebastián River, Asado Life offers a dining experience like no other. Whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner or a lively gathering with friends, the serene backdrop of the river enhances the ambiance of our restaurant. At Asado Life, we believe in the art of live fire grilling—a method that infuses every dish with unparalleled flavor and aroma. Our chefs skillfully harness the power of open flames to create mouthwatering grilled specialties.

Our Asados are rain or shine occasions. We have covered dining areas in the event of rain. Please dress to your comfort level for outdoor dining.

We do not allow outside wine or beverages.

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MichelleVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Always fresh and delicious. The chicken thighs with chimichurri are always perfect. The garlic hummus is fantastic. Fresh baked focaccia!!

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Experience

Asador Club - Gaucho Experience

CatalunaJax

4.6

4.6 (223)

$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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GinnyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We had a Teal Deal for this place otherwise I would have never known it existed. It’s tucked back behind Maa Kitchen off Baymeadows. This is such an amazing place. It feels very sophisticated but also welcoming. We enjoyed several shareables and each dish was delicious. There was a fire breather for entertainment and several birthdays that night. They bring cold sparklers to the table. It’s not an everyday dining restaurant but we are definitely returning for our next celebration.

Ancient City Brunch Bar

3.6

3.6 (20)

$30 and under

Breakfast

St. Augustine

About the restaurant

Welcome to award wining BRUNCH RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR 2024

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MelanieVIP

Dined on Dec 29, 2024

Delicious food! Excellent service. Caleb was a fabulous waiter.