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Most People Don’t Know Florida’s Oldest Bar Is Still Pouring Drinks After 120 Years

Florida keeps a lot of secrets, but this one is hiding in plain sight on a brick-paved street in one of the most charming towns in the state. The Palace Saloon in Fernandina Beach has been open since 1903, and the fact that more people don’t know about it is frankly a problem worth solving.

Fernandina Beach, FL · 18d
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Matanzas Innlet restaurant to rebuild, 10 years after Hurricane Matthew

Free local news and info, in your inbox at 6 a.m. M-F. Matanzas Innlet, a St. Augustine restaurant damaged by Hurricane Matthew in 2016, isadvancing plans to rebuild at its former location. The restaurant’s ownership began the St. Johns County permitting process more than a year ago and returned Oct....

St. Augustine, FL · 16d
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Pusser’s Bar & Grille set for transformation and new name

Free local news and info, in your inbox at 6 a.m. M-F. A popular restaurant and bar nestled between a lake and The Tournament Players Club will soon transform into a new dining destination in Ponte Vedra Beach. Pusser’s Caribbean Bar & Grille is undergoing renovations and will soon unveil...

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · 16d
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Haunted Florida bar celebrates 50 years with milestone costume party

The famously haunted Ginger's Place is throwing a milestone party the night before Halloween, celebrating 50 years in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. The popular bar, family-owned since it opened in 1976, will celebrate Friday, Oct. 30, ramping up to the spookiest day of the year — and yes, costumes are encouraged. Drink specials are also available from 7-11 p.m. during the festivities, according to the bar's Facebook page. Here's what we know. Can you dress up for Ginger's Place anniversary party? Yes! Costumes are encouraged, according to a Facebook post Ginger's Place shared advertising the celebration. "Join us for a fantastic party, dress in costume, 1976 to 2026!! We would like to thank Jacksonville Beach friends for keeping us in business 50 years," the post read. The post also said patrons might find themselves on the bar's Hall of Fame if they submit photos of themselves, either inside or outside the iconic bar, to 1976gingersplace@gmail.com. Is Ginger's Place haunted? Formerly a dress shop, the building reportedly dates back to the 1950s. Spirits are said to roam the establishment, allegedly including former owner and burlesque dancer Darlene Edith Payson, known as Ginger, after her death in 2003. Coins are found oddly placed

Jacksonville Beach, FL · 15d

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Four Old Florida Diners Where The Waitresses Have Known Your Order Since The 40s

Some Florida restaurants open with big signs and bigger crowds, then vanish in a year. The diners on this list took the slower road, and they are still flipping burgers and pouring coffee decades later. One dates to 1932, another to 1950, one to 1951, and the youngest opened in...

Florida · 14d

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St. Augustine Bagel Chain Moves Into Old Wells Fargo Drive-Thru Next to Chipotle

A fast-growing Florida bagel chain is moving into a stretch of U.S. 1 South in St. Augustine that's been sitting half-empty since a bank branch shut its doors. Jeff's Bagel Run plans to occupy space next to Chipotle in the former Wells Fargo building, bringing the chain its first-ever location in St. Johns County. Officials approved building plans for a 1,732-square-foot shop space on Oct. 13, though no opening date has surfaced yet.

St. Augustine, FL · 17d

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Hey Vets! Get a free burger at Ford’s Garage on November 11

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — This Veterans Day, Ford’s Garage is honoring the brave men and women who have served our country with a free burger or up to $16 off an entree. On Wednesday, November 11, U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members are invited to enjoy a complimentary American Standard Burger entree or up to $16 off any other entree.

St Johns County, FL · 15d

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10 Jacksonville, Florida Barbecue Spots Locals Keep Coming Back To

One barbecue joint in this city opens at 7 AM, so you can technically start your day near a smoker. I love that kind of commitment. Ribs for breakfast? I’m not judging. Another spot builds a sandwich stacked with pork, brisket, sausage, jalapeno poppers, and slaw. A third keeps its pit behind the counter, where the meat gets chopped right in front of you.

Jacksonville, FL · 17d

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Moncrief Grocery & More Plans to Open in Jacksonville

A new grocery store is planned for Jacksonville’s Moncrief neighborhood, where Moncrief Grocery & More is set to take over the former Price Rite Food Store building. According to the Jacksonville Business Journal, the proposed 2,100-square-foot store will be led by members of the family behind Holley’s BBQ, the longtime Jacksonville restaurant. The project is part of an effort to bring new life to the property at 3528 Moncrief Road.

Jacksonville, FL · 26d

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1926 Coffee Co Opening in Historic Jacksonville Building

JACKSONVILLE, FL — 1926 Coffee Co is preparing to open a new coffee shop inside The Barnett building at 112 W Adams St, Jacksonville, FL 32202 around the week of Thanksgiving, Vice President of Development Nathan Walter told Business Debut in a recent interview. The cafe is part of...

Jacksonville, FL · 17d

The Florida Times-Union

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Roach activity temporarily closes 3 Jacksonville restaurants

You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Duval County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Duval County, Florida, for the week of Oct. 19-25, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Duval County restaurant inspection site . More: See recent restaurant inspections for Clay County More: See recent restaurant inspections for Nassau County More: See recent restaurant inspections for St. Johns County Which Duval County restaurants got

Jacksonville, FL · 17d

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These 11 Florida Cafes Serve Pumpkin Lattes Worth Celebrating Fall For

One Orlando cafe makes its pumpkin latte with actual pumpkin puree. Real squash, in a coffee cup, in a state where fall usually means swapping flip-flops for slightly thicker flip-flops. I love that detail because it proves Florida takes this season seriously, even without falling leaves. A Jacksonville shop gives...

Orlando, FL · 15d

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Bell and Layton’s Delicatessen Brings Bagels and Pastrami to Jacksonville’s Mandarin Neighborhood

Jacksonville’s Mandarin neighborhood is getting a new deli focused on fresh bagels, smoked lox and pastrami. Bell and Layton’s Delicatessen and Provisions is preparing to open at 10140 San Jose Boulevard, in the former Player’s Grille space. The 5,094-square-foot shop is the project of business partners Brian...

Jacksonville, FL · 18d

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Demolition begins on Brett’s Waterway as Fernandina Beach moves forward with marina redevelopment

Demolition is underway at Brett’s Waterway, a longtime Fernandina Beach restaurant that served generations of families for 41 years.

Fernandina Beach, FL · 16d

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Good Food, Great Friends and a Little Southern Soul

There are tailgates, and then there’s Georgia-Florida weekend. For generations of Bulldog fans, the annual trek to Jacksonville has been about more than football. It’s a reunion of friends and one of the best weekends on the college football calendar. While the Dawgs and Gators battle it out...

Jacksonville, FL · 17d

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Cantina Louie Plans Jacksonville International Airport Location

Tacos before takeoff could soon be on the menu at Jacksonville International Airport. Cantina Louie, the Northeast Florida restaurant brand known for its Mexican street food and cocktails, is preparing to bring its menu to the airport’s new Concourse B. The city approved a permit on October 26 for...

Jacksonville, FL · 16d

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REVIEW | Alder & Oak beckons with pizza and a good time

Free local news and info, in your inbox at 6 a.m. M-F. On my first visit to Alder & Oak at The Hub Brooklyn, curiosity and hunger pangs guided our ordering strategy, which meant my dining companion and I ended up with about twice as many dishes as the typical two-top at the determinedly stylish Mediterranean restaurant. When a server arrived with our selections from the menu’s “Earth” and “Sea” sections—more prosaically known as “entrees”—she became visibly apprehensive. While she could find space on the fog gray wooden table for all the Greek-motif dinnerware she was carrying, the arrangement struck her as uncomfortably crowded.

Jacksonville, FL · 17d

The Florida Times-Union

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The McRib is back! Here’s where to find it in Jacksonville

McDonald’s fans in Jacksonville may have a reason to celebrate: The fast-food chain’s popular McRib sandwich is back , and local customers are reporting sightings across Northeast Florida. The limited-time McRib sandwich will be available at McDonald’s locations across Florida starting Tuesday, Oct. 27, giving fans another chance to get their hands on the barbecue favorite. In addition to the announced rollout, fans have shared their enthusiasm for the sandwich’s return by reporting sightings in Jacksonville, Pensacola, Titusville, Apopka, Melbourne, Tampa and Fort Myers, according to the McRib Locator website. The McRib’s return has become an annual event for many loyal customers, who eagerly track down the boneless pork sandwich whenever it reappears on restaurant menus. Beyond Florida, McDonald’s has confirmed the sandwich’s return in Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Philadelphia and Dallas. Here's what to know about the McRib and how to find one near you. What is in McDonald's McRib? The McRib is a boneless meat patty shaped to resemble a rack of ribs. Budget your diet for: Calories: 520 (26% of daily value) Total fat: 28 g (35%) Total carbohydrates: 46 g (17%) Protein: 24 g (48%) What is the McRib made of? Despite its name and rib-like

Jacksonville, FL · 17d

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Zunzibar Bringing Coastal Cuisine and Curated Cocktails to Jacksonville This Fall

Savannah-Born Restaurant Will Open at Brooklyn Station with Fresh Seafood, Shareable Plates, Curated Cocktails, and a Rooftop Bar. Zunzibar is headed to Jacksonville. The Savannah-born coastal-inspired restaurant and bar, centered on chef-driven food and curated cocktails, will open its first Jacksonville location this fall at 90 Riverside Ave., Suite 601, at Brooklyn Station. Spanning approximately 6,025 square feet across two levels, the restaurant will feature indoor and outdoor dining, an integrated indoor-outdoor bar, and lounge-style gathering spaces.

Jacksonville, FL · 17d

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Six Old Florida Steakhouses That Have Been Searing Ribeyes Since Before Disney Arrived

Long before the mouse moved to Orlando in 1971, Floridians were already dressing up for a good steak dinner. Some of those old dining rooms are still open, still family-run in a few cases, and still serving ribeyes to people who never stopped coming back. This list covers six Florida...

Orlando, FL · 19d