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This Underrated Florida Restaurant Serves The Best All-You-Can-Eat Country Buffet You’ll Ever Taste

Florida has been keeping a delicious secret in Alachua, and that secret goes by the name of Brown’s Country Buffet. It’s the kind of all-you-can-eat country buffet that makes you reconsider every dining decision you’ve made in the past several years. Here’s something worth thinking about.

Florida · 1d
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Struggling chain closes last location in Florida city after 40 years

A popular restaurant chain has closed a longtime Florida location, ending a decades-long presence in one of the state’s largest cities. The shutdown comes as the brand continues to restructure…

Jacksonville, FL · 12d

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Florida’s Oldest Diner Serves Its Famous Milkshake Out Of A 1932 Rail Car

A sandwich here stacks scrambled eggs, bacon, and ground beef on one bun. Yes, all three, together, on purpose. That wild creation comes from a Florida diner that has been flipping burgers inside an old railroad dining car since 1932. The milkshakes are hand-spun, and the onion rings get battered by hand.

Palatka, FL · 12d
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After 32 years, Jacksonville fast-food restaurant abruptly closes

Open 32 years, one of Hardee's oldest restaurants in Jacksonville closed abruptly — leaving a farewell sign thanking ccustomers taped to the front door. The fast-food restaurant shut its door Monday, Nov. 2, at 11191 San Jose Blvd. in Mandarin. Although its restaurant's monument sign was empty and lights turned off inside the following day, several cars with customers hungry for breakfast pulled in to the parking lot the next day only to leave disappointed. The closure sign on the front door thanked would-be diners for being a valued Hardee's customer. "We sincerely appreciate your business and support over the years, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause," the sign read. More restaurant openings, closings: Sign up for our free Dining Notes newsletter, the week's biggest restaurant news delivered to your inbox It also invited people to visit nearby Hardee's locations at 6852 Wilson Blvd. and 9210 Baymeadows Road. The Mandarin location remained listed on the restaurant chain's website. Neither Hardee's corporate owners nor local management could be reached for comment Nov. 3. Dating back to 1994, the Mandarin restaurant was a neighborhood staple. It's had multiple owners over the years, and had been rebuilt at least once,

Jacksonville, FL · 2d

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8 Florida BBQ Places That Are Too Good To Ignore

Florida might be famous for its fresh seafood and key lime pie, but its barbecue scene deserves some serious attention, too. We’re talking juicy brisket smoked low and slow, fall-off-the-bone ribs, pulled pork sandwiches piled high, and Southern sides so good you’ll want seconds. Some of the best...

Florida · 3d

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Between Tampa And Gainesville Is An Archaeological Park With Native American History, Fishing, And Trails

Florida's Gulf Coast is a prime, year-round vacation escape, but its tourism hotspots tend to center on its prominent Gulf-side beaches. Inland from the Gulf, however, sits a worthy collection of outdoor attractions preserving Florida's natural, cultural, and historical treasures without any beaches involved. A superb Florida hidden gem for history and nature lovers alike is the small but extraordinary Crystal River Archaeological State Park. With the word "archaeological" in its name, you can probably guess that this park is a bit more history-minded than most Florida state parks. At the same time, this park is far from a stuffy history lecture, and you'll find top-tier inland water recreation along with its historic treasures.

Gainesville, FL · 9d

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22 New and Independent Restaurants Opening Across Florida (November 2026)

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL – Nara Thai Sushi is preparing to open at 424 Luna Bella Ln Unit F And G New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168 around Thanksgiving, owner Craig Finney told Business Debut. Finney said the new concept will anchor the center village area of the Venetian Bay...

Florida · 2d

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Eight Old Florida Barbecue Pits That Have Been Smoking Meat Since Before Disney Arrived

Long before mouse ears and theme park lines, Florida already had a serious barbecue habit. Roadside pits from Miami to Jacksonville were feeding farmers, truckers, and families back when Dixie Highway was the main way to get around. Every spot on this list opened its doors before Walt Disney World...

Florida · 8h

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Jacksonville Fair opens at new Westside location with more parking and JTA shuttle service

The 2026 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair is offering a free shuttle service operated by the Jacksonville Transportation Authority. The shuttle carries passengers from the JTA bus stop at 103rd Street and Blanding Boulevard directly to the fairgrounds. The fair opened today and runs through November 15.

Jacksonville, FL · 21h

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Downtown Publix developer says project can’t move forward without city after 3-3 committee split

The developer behind Downtown’s planned Publix says the project can’t move forward without the city’s help.

Jacksonville, FL · 21h

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Chipotle in Duval County, FL, cited for roaches, flying insects, and warm chicken during inspection

A Chipotle Mexican Grill in Jacksonville was found with 13 violations during a Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation inspection on Oct. 30, with the state food and health official recommending an administrative complaint against the eatery. The restaurant, located at 13920 Old St Augustine Rd #105 in Duval County, faced a follow-up inspection after a complaint-based visit discovered pest problems and food safety infractions that require further review, though they were not deemed an immediate threat to the public.

Duval County, FL · 2d

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European Street Cafe owner prepares to open Downtown

Free local news and info, in your inbox at 6 a.m. M-F. When European Street Cafe opens the doors atits Riverfront Plaza location, it will mark the next phase of a decades-long story in Jacksonville. Andy Zarka, a son of the founders, is at the helm of the business and...

Jacksonville, FL · 3d

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Irish Christmas show coming to Jacksonville

The Irish Christmas show that earned five stars in New York comes to Jacksonville. “A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland,” featuring electrifying turns by a star-studded roster of World Champion Irish dancers including stars of “Riverdance” and “Lord of the Dance,” performs at Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 7:30 p.m., as part of its acclaimed international tour.

Jacksonville, FL · 1d

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United Airlines to Fly Nonstop from JAX to San Francisco

New Flight Also Offers Convenient One-Stop Connections to Pacific Network | United Airlines will offer new, nonstop flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) starting March 29, 2027. The westbound flight to San Francisco is scheduled to depart JAX at approximately 5:45 p.m. The eastbound...

Jacksonville, FL · 15h

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Jacksonville Golf & Country Club Undertaking $30 Million Renovation

Jacksonville Golf & Country Club, a private, member-owned country club, is moving forward with a $30 million renovation at 3985 Hunt Club Road in Jacksonville. The project, called “Blueprint for Tomorrow,” recently secured two construction permits totaling $7.3 million, according to the Jacksonville Business Journal. The city issued a $4.8 million permit for a new wellness club building on October 29, and a $2.5 million permit for a new bar and grill on November 3. The first phase will also include a new aquatics complex, dining facilities, a pool, and a bar-and-grill.

Jacksonville, FL · 2d

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Next Door Plans Speakeasy-Style Restaurant in Springfield

Next Door is planned for 2030 Walnut Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield neighborhood, where the founders of The District SPR intend to convert a neighboring house into a restaurant, according to the Jacksonville Daily Record. Plans call for a 913-square-foot fine-dining restaurant with 24 outdoor seats. Business partner Jorge Gonzalez...

Jacksonville, FL · 1d

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No Florida Trip Is Complete Without Fried Chicken From Austin’s In Jacksonville

Some of the best meals in Florida come out of a kitchen with no tables, no waiters, and no fuss at all. On the north side of Jacksonville, a small counter-serve spot opens its doors just three days a week, and on Sundays the cars spill out onto the street.

Jacksonville, FL · 1d

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Mandarin Hardee's Shuts Down After 32 Years, Leaving Jacksonville Fans Stunned

The Hardee's at 11191 San Jose Blvd. in Jacksonville's Mandarin neighborhood closed on Monday after a 32-year run, ending an era for a fast-food spot that had served the area since 1994. A sign posted at the restaurant thanked customers for their business and support over the years and pointed them toward two other Hardee's locations in the city.

Jacksonville, FL · 1d

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Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair opens at new Westside home with more rides, parking

The Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair is opening at a new home on the Westside after operating downtown for years.

Jacksonville, FL · 1d

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Jacksonville's First Chocolate and Coffee Festival Lands at Prime Osborn Nov. 21-22

Jacksonville is getting its first Chocolate and Coffee Festival this month, with organizers promising two days of tastings, local vendors and a live chocolate sculpting demonstration inside Hall B of the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center on Nov. 21 and 22. The event, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 5...

Jacksonville, FL · 1d