21 OF THE BEST RESTAURANTS NEAR NAS JACKSONVILLE, FL
By Rachel Childs
Introduction
Florida cuisine aims to please with fresh seafood favorites and multicultural meals that showcase the area’s diversity. Whatever food you’re into, restaurants around NAS Jacksonville will satisfy your appetite. Florida’s signature flavors can be found at restaurants, fast food joints, and food trucks on and off base. This list of restaurants near NAS Jacksonville, FL, is just a starting point as you get to know this community. Be sure to talk with your new neighbors to find even more local hot spots that serve up just the flavor you’re looking for. If you know what you are hungry for, click any of the links below to go straight to the information. (1-5) American Restaurants on NAS Jacksonville (6) NAS Jacksonville Food Court (7-10) American Restaurants near NAS Jacksonville (11-13) Asian Restaurants near NAS Jacksonville (14) Brazilian Restaurants near NAS Jacksonville (15-16) French Restaurants near NAS Jacksonville (17-18) Italian Restaurants near NAS Jacksonville (19-21) Seafood Restaurants near NAS JacksonvilleSuggested Read:
Naval Air Station Jacksonville: In-Depth Welcome CenterNAS Jacksonville Restaurants
Dining options on base offer quick bites to go, sit-down dining, catering, and more. Due to ongoing coronavirus concerns, it is best to confirm restaurant hours and restrictions before you go.American Cuisine
1. Dewey’s and the NAS Jax CPO Club
Address
: Building 608, Gillis Street, Jacksonville, FL 32212Phone number
: 1 (904) 542-3900 This complex on base features Dewey’s, the NAS Jax Chief Petty Officers’ Club, and NAS Jax Bingo. Dewey’s has a full menu, a bar, and a friendly atmosphere for all ages. The CPO Club has lunch service Monday through Friday and after-work socials on Thursdays. All E-7s, E-8s, E-9s, retirees, and their guests are welcome at the CPO Club. The complex can cater private parties as well.2. Flight Line Cafe (Galley)
Address
: Building 855, Saratoga Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32212Phone number
: 1 (904) 542-0417 The Flight Line Cafe’s main serving line offers hot main courses, soups, a salad bar, a specialty bar, and desserts. The speed line has hamburgers, subs, and hot wings to go. Only active-duty military personnel are authorized to purchase meals from the general mess. Dependents of personnel in pay grades E-1 through E-4 eat at a reduced cost.3. Gutterball Grill
Address
: Building 609, Gillis Street, Jacksonville, FL 32212Phone number
: 1 (904) 542-3493 The Gutterball Grill is inside NAS Freedom Lanes, NAS Jacksonville’s bowling center. The grill serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. Takeout is also available.4. Mulligan’s Restaurant & Bar
Address
: Building 809, Mustin Road, Jacksonville, FL 32212Phone number
: 1 (904) 542-2936 Located at the NAS Jacksonville golf course, Mulligan’s serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A full service bar is available as well.5. T-Bar
Address
: Building 844, Mustin Road, Jacksonville, FL 32212Phone number
: 1 (904) 542-0392 Located inside the Navy Gateway Inns & Suites, T-Bar has a two-level deck that overlooks the St. Johns River. Social hour begins at 3:30 p.m. every Thursday.Navy Exchange Food Court
6. Navy Exchange Food Court
Address
: 6801 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32212Phone number
: 1 (904) 777-7286 The food court at the Navy Exchange offers a variety of dining choices.Restaurants Near NAS Jacksonville
Venture outside the gates for more delicious options.American Cuisine
7. BB’s Restaurant and Bar
Address
: 1019 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32207Phone number
: 1 (904) 306-0100 Enjoy salads, seafood, pizzas, and more on the south bank of the St. Johns River.8. Biscottis
Address
: 3556 St. Johns Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32205Phone number
: 1 (904) 387-2060 This small, bistro-style restaurant and bar serves up eclectic American and Southern cuisine, craft cocktails, and delicious desserts.9. Metro Diner
Address
: 9802 Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256Phone number
: 1 (904) 425-9142 Classic diner fare in a relaxed environment.10. Southern Charm
Address
: 3566 St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207Phone number
: 1 (904) 517-3637 Southern cooking made with love. Try the barbecue pork, fried green tomatoes, fried shrimp, fresh collard greens, and other favorites.Asian Cuisine
11. Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine
Address
: 13475 Atlantic Blvd., Suite 32, Jacksonville, FL 32225Phone number
: 1 (904) 723-1300 Authentic and flavorful Thai cuisine.12. Green Papaya Thai Cuisine
Address
: 13141 City Station Drive, Suite 149, Jacksonville, FL 32218Phone number
: 1 (904) 696-8886 Thai and Asian fusion favorites, including curry, pad thai, roast duck, satay, fried rice, and much more.13. Hawkers Asian Street Fare
Address
: 1001 Park St., Jacksonville, FL 32204Phone number
: 1 (904) 508-0342 Enjoy authentic Asian flavors at this eatery, which models its menu after the Asian street vendors known as “hawkers.”Brazilian Cuisine
14. Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse
Address
: 4483 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32216Phone number
: 1 (904) 551-5920 This steakhouse showcases the centuries-old Churrascaria style of cooking. Roasted beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and fish are all on the menu, alongside authentic Brazilian sides, cocktails, and desserts.French Cuisine
15. Restaurant Orsay
Address
: 3630 Park St., Jacksonville, FL 32205Phone number
: 1 (904) 381-0909 At this French bistro, you can order traditional Parisian classics or dishes that combine French and Southern techniques.16. Rue Saint-Marc
Address
: 2103 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207Phone number
: 1 (904) 619-0861 This French-American bistro serves dinner and craft cocktails in historic San Marco.Italian Cuisine
17. Carmines Pie House
Address
: 2677 Forbes St., Jacksonville, FL 32204Phone number
: 1 (904) 387-1400 Chow down on pizza and classic Italian dishes, sample microbrews, and enjoy a fun atmosphere with eclectic décor, local art, and music.18. Maggiano’s Little Italy
Address
: 10367 Midtown Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32246Phone number
: 1 (904) 380-4360 Italian-American favorites made from scratch and served family style.Seafood Cuisine
19. JL Trent’s Seafood and Grill
Address
: 4553 120th St., Jacksonville, FL 32244Phone number
: 1 (904) 908-4202 This family-owned restaurant serves Southern-style seafood, steak, pasta, and more in a laid back atmosphere.20. Julington Creek Fish Camp
Address
: 12760 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32223Phone number
: 1 (904) 886-2267 Fresh Florida seafood with an elegant but relaxed approach to dining.21. Marker 32
Address
: 14549 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32250Phone number
: 1 (904) 223-1534 This award-winning waterfront restaurant offers coastal classics with breathtaking panoramic views.Conclusion
Hungry for more? Check out the Visit Jacksonville website for more food and beverage listings to explore. No doubt as you settle into your new community at NAS Jacksonville, you’ll find your own favorites. Got a hot dining tip? We want to know! Share it on MyBaseGuide’s Facebook, tag @mybaseguide on Instagram, or @mybaseguide on Twitter.The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement.
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