(In Fernandina Beach unless otherwise noted.)
THE BEECH STREET GRILL
Fine dining is offered in a casual atmosphere. The menu includes fresh local seafood, steaks and pasta dishes created with a variety of ethnic influences. Award-winning wine list. FB. L, Wed.-Fri.; D, nightly; Sun. brunch. 801 Beech St. 277-3662. $$$
BEEF O’BRADY’S FAMILY SPORTS PUB
(F) Signature wings, burgers and sandwiches. BW. TO. L & D, daily. 1916 S. 14th St. 261-0555. (For more locations, visit beefobradys.com) $$
BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFÉ
(F) At the foot of Centre Street, the upscale restaurant overlooks the Harbor Marina. The menu includes daily specials, fresh Florida seafood and an extensive wine list. FB. L & D, daily. 1 S. Front St. 261-2660. $$$
BRIGHT MORNINGS
(F) The small café offers freshly baked goods. B & L daily. 105 S. Third St. 491-1771. $$
CAFÉ 4750
An Italian kitchen and wine bar, Café 4750’s Chef de Cuisine Garrett Gooch
offers roasted sea bass, frutti di mare soup, clam linguini, pastas, panatela bruschetta, crab cake sandwich, and fresh gelatos. Dine indoors or out on the terrace. FB. B, L & D, daily. 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. 277-1100. $$$
CAFÉ KARIBO
(F) Eclectic cuisine, served under the oaks in historic Fernandina, features sandwiches and chef’s specials. Alfresco dining. BW. L & D daily. Sun. brunch. 27 N. Third St. 277-5269. $$
CHEZ LEZAN BAKERY
(F) European-style breads, pastries, croissants, muffins and pies baked daily. 1014 Atlantic Ave. 491-4663. $
EIGHT
Contemporary sports lounge offers burgers, sandwiches, wings and nachos. FB. D, Mon.-Fri.; L & D, Fri. & Sat. The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island. 277-1100. $$
ESPAÑA RESTAURANT & TAPAS
Traditional Spanish and Portuguese dishes, tapas and paella are served in a cozy atmosphere. BW, CM. D nightly. 22 S. Fourth St. 261-7700. $$$
FERNANDELI
(F) Classics with a Southern touch, like a third-pound devil dog, Reubens and pulled pork. Sandwiches and wraps built to order from fresh cold cuts, tuna, egg and turkey salads. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 17B S. Eighth St. 261-0008. $
GENNARO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO
(F) Southern Italian cuisine: pasta, gourmet ravioli, hand-tossed pizzas. Specialties are margharita pizza and shrimp feast. Bread is baked on-site. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 5 S. Second St. 261-9400. $$
THE HAPPY TOMATO COURTYARD CAFE & BBQ
(F) Menu items include pulled pork sandwich, chicken salad and walnut chocolate chunk cookie, served in a laid-back atmosphere. BW. CM. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 7 S. Third St. 321-0707. $$
JACK & DIANE’S
(F) Casual cafe offers steak & eggs, pancakes, Cajun scampi, etouffée, quesadillas, curry pizza, vegan black bean cakes, shrimp & grits, hand-carved steaks. FB. B, L & D, daily. 708 Centre St. 321-1444. $$
JOE’S 2ND STREET BISTRO
Elegant island atmosphere. NY strip steak with sauces, Maine crab cakes, seafood fricassee and roast chicken penne pasta. BW. CM. D nightly. 14 S. Second St. 321-2558. $$$
KABUKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR
(F) Best of Jax 2009 winner. Teppanyaki masters create your meal; plus a 37-item sushi bar. BW. D, Tue.-Sun. Amelia Plaza. 277-8782. $$
MONTEGO BAY COFFEE CAFE
(F) Locally owned and operated, serving specialty coffees and fruit smoothies. Dine in or hit the drive-thru. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 463363 S.R. 200, Yulee. 225-3600. $
MOON RIVER PIZZA
(F) Best of Jax 2009 winner. Northern-style pizza by the pie or the slice. Choose from more than 20 toppings. Owner-selected wines and a large beer selection. BW. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 925 S. 14th St. 321-3400. $
O’KANE’S IRISH PUB
(F) Best of Jax 2009 winner. Rustic, genuine Irish pub up front, eatery in back, featuring daily specials, fish-n-chips, and soups served in a sourdough bread bowl. FB. L & D, Mon.-Sun. 318 Centre St. 261-1000. $$
PEPPER’S MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA
(F) The family restaurant offers authentic Mexican cuisine. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 2128 Sadler Rd. 272-2011. $$
PLAE
Best of Jax 2009 winner. In Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation, the cozy venue offers an innovative and PLAEful dining experience. D, nightly. 277-2132. $$$
SALT, THE GRILL
Elegant dining featuring local seafood and produce, served in a contemporary coastal setting. FB. D, Tue.-Sat. 4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. 491-6746. $$$$
SANDOLLAR RESTAURANT & MARINA
(F) Dine inside or on the deck. Snow crab legs, fresh fish, shellfish dishes. FB. L & D, daily. 9716 Heckscher Dr., Ft. George Island. 251-2449. $$
SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL
(F) Oceanfront dining; local seafood, shrimp, crab cakes, outdoor beachfront tiki & raw bar, covered deck and kids’ playground. CM, FB. L & D, daily. 1998 S. Fletcher Ave. 277-6652. $$
THE SURF
(F) Dine inside or on large oceanview deck. Steaks, fresh fish, shrimp and nightly specials. Late-night menu. FB. L & D, daily. 3199 S. Fletcher Ave. 261-5711. $$
T-RAY’S BURGER STATION
(F) A favorite local spot; Best of Jax 2009 winner. Grilled or blackened fish sandwiches, homemade burgers. B & L, Mon.-Sat. 202 S. Eighth St. 261-6310. $
29 SOUTH EATS
(F) Part of historic Fernandina Beach’s downtown scene. Award-winning Chef Scotty serves traditional world cuisine with a modern twist. L, Tue.-Sat.; D, Mon.-Sat.; Sun. brunch. 29 S. Third St. 277-7919. $$
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