(Venues are in Jacksonville Beach unless otherwise noted.)
AL’S PIZZA (F) Homemade breads, pizza, white pizza, calzones and Italian entrees. Voted Best Pizza by Folio Weekly readers from 1996-2006. B/W. L & D, daily. 303 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 249-0002. $
BILLY’S BOAT HOUSE GRILL (F) On the ICW at Beach Marine, Billy’s serves fresh regional seafood, steaks, chops and chicken. F/B. L & D. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat. and Sun. brunch. 2321 Beach Blvd. 241-9771. $$
BOB MARLIN’S SPORTS GRILLE (F) Sports bar with a Floribbean flair. Jamaican meat pies, fresh seafood, jerk, mojo. C/M, B/W. Daily, 11 a.m.-close. 798 S. Third St. 270-1915. $$
BONO’S PIT BAR-B-Q (F) Best of Jax 2006 winner. Baby back ribs, barbecue salad, beans, fried corn, cole slaw, sweet potatoes. B/W. L & D, daily. 1307 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. 270-2666. 1266 S. Third St. 249-8704. $
CAMPECHE BAY CANTINA (F) See Arlington. F/B. D, nightly. 127 First Ave. N. 249-3322. $
CARIBBEE KEY (F) Best of Jax 2006 winner. Amer-Caribbean cuisine featuring seafood, steaks and sandwiches. Open-air deck bar upstairs; outdoor dining available. Boat drinks, F/B. L & D, daily; open 11 a.m. 100 N. First St., Neptune Beach. 270-8940. $
CASA MARINA INN & RESTAURANT Best of Jax 2006 winner. The oceanfront restaurant serves new beach cuisine in one of the oldest Beaches buildings. Dine inside or out in the courtyard. F/B, R. L & D, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tues.-Fri., brunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. 691 First St. N. 270-0025. $$
CHIZU (F) Authentic Japanese restaurant features a sushi bar, grill, traditional seating. A beaches mainstay since 1984. F/B. D, nightly. 1227 S. Third St. 241-8455. $$
CLIFF’S AT THE BEACH (F) Homemade dishes include ale-battered Mayport shrimp, brick-oven pizza and sesame seared Ahi tuna. 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Wed.-Fri., 2 p.m.-2 a.m. Sat. & Sun. 1401 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. 249-2777. $
CULHANE’S IRISH PUB (F) Authentic Irish cuisine including Red’s Celtic pasta, Dirty Slapper Burger and fish and chips. F/B, C/M. 11 a.m. daily. 967 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 249-9595. $$
DICK’S WINGS (F) See Lakewood. C/M. B/W. L & D daily. 410 N. Third St., 247-3730. 2434 Mayport Road, Atlantic Beach. 270-8988. $
DWIGHT’S Mediterranean-style bistro featuring fresh local seafood, pasta dishes, filet mignon, mixed grill and an extensive wine list. D, Tues.-Sat. 1527 Penman Road. 241-4496. $$$$
EDDIE BAHAMA’S SEAFOOD & SPIRITS (F) Casual island atmosphere offering fresh local seafood and steaks, ribs and chicken. Dine inside or outside on the covered deck with tiki bar and raw oyster bar. C/M, F/B. L, noon Sat. and Sun., D, 5 p.m. Tues.-Sun. 314 N. First Street. 241-3138. $$
ELEVEN SOUTH BISTRO BAR New American eclectic with a Mediterranean influence. Courtyard dining available. F/B. L, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tue.-Sat. D, 5-10 p.m. Sun.-Thur., 5-11 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 216 11th Ave. S. 241-1112. L, $$; D, $$$
FIONN MACCOOL’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT (F) Authentic Irish pub offers fish and chips, shepherd’s pie and Guinness beef stew. Desserts include Baileys cheesecake, towering chocolate cake and apple crumble pie. F/B, C/M. 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Mon.-Fri., noon-2 a.m. Sat. and Sun. 333 N. First St. 242-9499. $$
FUNARI’S ITALIAN CREAMERY F See Southside. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thur., till 11 p.m. Fri., noon-11 p.m. Sat. and noon-10 p.m. Sun. 1232 Beach Blvd., Beach Plaza. 247-7787. $
GENE’S SEAFOOD (F) Best of Jax 2006 winner. Serving fresh Mayport shrimp, fish, oysters, scallops, crab, frogs’ legs, gator tail, steaks, chicken, pasta, salads and numerous combos. Locations throughout Jacksonville. F/B. L & D, daily. 1249 Penman Road, Jax Beach. 241-9333. $$
GIOVANNI’S A 30-year Beaches tradition, offering continental cuisine with modern Italian flair. Favorite entrées include lamb, seafood and pasta dishes. F/B. D, 5:30-10:30 p.m. Tue.-Sat., 6-9:30 p.m. Mon. 1161 Beach Blvd. 249-7787. $$$
GRAND BUFFET (F) A casual chef-driven restaurant with a gourmet all-you-can-eat buffet and menu fare blending Chinese and Japanese cuisine. Buffet updated daily. Over 100 items offered, including a large fresh sushi selection. 10% military discount. B/W. L & D daily. 1487 Mayport Rd. 246-6338. $$
HALA SANDWICH SHOP & BAKERY (F) Best of Jax 2006 winner. Serving authentic Middle Eastern favorites: gyros, shwarma, hummous, tabouli, falafel, grape leaves and Hala pita bread, made fresh daily. B/W. L & D, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 1451 Atlantic Blvd. 249-2212. $$
HARRY’S SEAFOOD BAR AND GRILLE (F) An authentic New Orleans-style seafood restaurant featuring grilled steaks, chicken and pastas. F/B. L & D, daily. 1015 N. Third St. 247-8855. $$
THE HOMESTEAD (F) New Southern cuisine served in a log cabin. Dishes include fried green tomatoes, black-eyed pea cake and parmesan-crusted rainbow trout. Outdoor dining under live oak trees. C/M, F/B. D, 5 p.m. Mon.-Sat., Sunday brunch 11 a.m. 1712 Beach Blvd. 249-9660. $$
ICHIBAN (F) Japanese steakhouse and sushi bar. Serving tempura and beef and seafood teppanyaki prepared at the table. F/B. D, daily. 675 N. Third St. 247-8228. $$
JOSEPH’S PIZZA (F) See Springfield & Northside. B/W. L & D, daily. 30 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 270-1122. $$
LATITUDES CAFÉ American tapas menu, featuring bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin, tomato-dusted mahi and butternut ravioli. Vegetarian options. F/B. L & D, 11 a.m.-mid. Tue. & Wed., 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Thur.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. 2429 S. Third St. 247-6606. $
LYNCH’S IRISH PUB (F) Best of Jax 2006 winner. This full-service Irish restaurant offers dishes like corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie and fish and chips. More than 30 beers on tap. Early-bird specials. F/B. L, Sat. and Sun., D, daily. 514 N. First St. 249-5181. $$
MATSU JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE (F) This casually elegant restaurant serves authentic Japanese cuisine. Full sushi menu and teppanyaki tables are also available. F/B. D, daily. 1515 N. Third St. 249-4290. $$
MAX’S INTERNATIONAL RESTAURANT (F) Fresh local seafood and other specialties in a relaxed European atmosphere. Dine indoors or out in the courtyard. L, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.; L & D, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tue.-Sat. 1312 Beach Blvd. 247-6820. $$$
MEZZA LUNA RISTORANTE (F) A Beaches tradition for 20-plus years. Favorite menu items include Szechuan Ahi tuna, lasagna bolonese and wood-fired pizza. Dine indoors or out on the patio. Extensive wine list. C/M, F/B. D, 4-10 p.m. Sun.-Thur., 4-11 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 110 First St., Neptune Beach. 249-5573. $$$
MILANO’S ITALIAN CAFÉ (F) Home-made Italian cuisine, including breads, pizzas, calzones and specialty dishes. B/W, C/M. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat., noon-10 p.m. Sun. 325 Ninth Ave. N. 339-0909. $$
MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL See Southside. L & D daily. 2400 S. Third St., Ste. 107. 249-3299. $
OCEAN 60 Intimate dining in a casual atmosphere, French cuisine with an island flair. Shrimp and baked goat cheese spadini, whole fried red snapper. F/B. D, 5:30 p.m., Mon.-Sat. Reservations recommended. 60 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 247-0060. $$$
RAGTIME TAVERN SEAFOOD GRILL F Grilled seafood with a Cajun/Creole accent. The handcrafted cold beer was a 2006 Best of Jax winner. F/B. L & D, daily. 207 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 241-7877. $$
RISTORANTE SEQUINO’S Authentic Italian cuisine including veal rolatini, calamari, grilled lamb, four-liqueur tiramisu and Mayport seafood. Bread baked daily. Extensive wine list. F/B. L & D, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Tues.-Thur., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 4-9 p.m. Sun. 1021 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 249-0101. $$
SEAFOOD GALORE (F) This family restaurant offers fresh Mayport seafood — blackened, broiled or fried — served up in a casual beach atmosphere. F/B. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily. 1589 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. 241-7400. $$
SEAFOOD KITCHEN (F) Locals have been eating here for nearly 20 years. Combos offer a wide variety of seafood, chicken and steak. B/W. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. 31 Royal Palm Dr., Atlantic Beach. 241-8470. $$
SLIDERS SEAFOOD GRILLE (F) Fresh fish prepared to order is the specialty, plus the ever-present oysters and popular Key lime pie. C/M, B/W. L, Sat. and Sun., D daily. Mon.-Fri. 5-10 p.m., Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sun. noon-9 p.m. 218 First St., Neptune Beach. 246-0881. $$
SPARE TIME BAR & GRILLE (F) This hangout specializes in fresh local seafood, steaks, burgers, pasta and ethnic specialties. C/M, F/B. 11 a.m.-mid. Sun. and Mon., 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Thur.-Sat. 1728 Third St. N. 246-8099. $
STICKY FINGERS (F) A Memphis-style rib house specializing in barbecue ribs served Dry, Memphis Wet, Tennessee Whisky, Habañero Hot and Carolina Sweet. F/B. L & D, daily. 363 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach. 241-RIBS. $$
SUN DOG STEAK & SEAFOOD (F) Eclectic American and tropical cuisine, art deco decor with an authentic diner feel. F/B. L & D daily; Sunday brunch, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 207 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach. 241-8221. $$
TALK OF THE TOWN BISTRO Continental and Asian cuisine featuring fresh local seafood, steak and pasta served in a casual atmosphere. Specialties include fresh grouper sautéed meníere, NY steak au poivre, jumbo shrimp with spicy mango sauce and zabaglione. C/M, F/B. 5-10 p.m. Tue.-Sun. 1504 N. Third St. 247-8757. $$-$$$
THAI ROOM RESTAURANT (F) Dine in an intimate setting as Chef Thepsouvanh prepares Thai cuisine like crispy duck, topped with sautéed mixed vegetables or pan-seared Chilean sea bass with shiitake mushrooms. B/W. L, Mon.-Fri. D, Mon.-Sat. 1286 S. Third St. 249-8444. $$-$$$
TURTLE ISLAND NATURAL FOODS Featuring entrées from tofu to tenderloin, sides, sandwiches and salads. Full natural and organic grocery. B/W. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. 363 Atlantic Blvd., Stes. 7 & 8, Atlantic Beach. 246-2441. $-$$
TWISTED SISTERS (F) Voted Best Bar After Work and Best Bar Food by Folio Weekly readers for 2006. This eclectic, fun spot offers soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, tapas and dinner specials. F/B, C/M. L, D and late-night, 11 a.m.-close Mon.-Sat. 1266 Beach Blvd., Beach Plaza. 241-6453. $$
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