10 Best Date Night Spots in Northeast Florida

Are you looking for a date night spot in Jacksonville, FL?! Here is our list of top 10 Date Night Spots in Northeast Florida that you need to make your reservations at today! Take out or dine in, either way these are must try spots click the links below to check out the menu!

1. Matthew’s Restaurant: Matthew’s Restaurant, set in the heart of historic San Marco, celebrates 25 years of elevating the fine dining scene in Jacksonville. The Chef de Cuisine and his team use classic French techniques for creating artfully plated French and Mediterranean dishes using the highest quality farm to table ingredients and sustainable seafood. Expertly trained staff offer impeccable service in a relaxed, refined ambiance along with knowledgeable wine and food pairings from our vast wine collection. Not to be missed are the flavorful and inventive desserts for a sweet finish to your evening.
   
   Dress code is business casual. Reservations are recommended by calling 904.396.9922 or by placing a reservation through the OpenTable. AAA Four-Diamond award maintained since 1999. Wine Spectator award received consecutively for 20+ years.

2. Restaurant Orsay: From the moment you arrive, you’ll know there’s something different about this place. With every visit, you can expect a warm, genuine dining experience without pretense. Our fun, bustling atmosphere pairs perfectly with smiling, attentive service — just like a nice bottle of wine shared with friends.

   First impressions are everything, but the flavors will keep you coming back for more. We are a French bistro incarnated in the American South and our menus feature a mix of traditional Parisian bistro classics, alongside dishes that feature French technique with southern influences.

   As a recipient of Slow Food First Coast’s Snail of Approval, we proudly source and serve responsibly produced ingredients. We trust you’ll taste – and savor – the difference.

3. Cowford Chophouse: Jacques Klempf, a Jacksonville native and owner of the Cowford Chophouse, purchased the building at 101 E. Bay Street at auction in 2014. The building had suffered significant structural damage from years of neglect, but Klempf saw potential — not just for the historic landmark, but for its surrounding area.

   In a statement released to The Florida Times-Union following the purchase, Klempf stated that his goal was “to restore the building so the community can enjoy a piece of our city’s history and to promote economic development in Downtown Jacksonville.”

4. The Local: We started with the idea that everyone deserves a place to get awesome, healthy food. The new spot in the neighborhood for any meal, a delicious coffee or a cold drink after work. Not your standard café, with unique twists on every dish that have as much character as the music and the work crew. We are proud of our kitchen and you will taste our from scratch recipes in every bite. Pop in, we’ll be here smiling and dishing it up.

   Our love for food goes way back to growing up eating at mama’s table. Breakfast that makes you smile wider with every bite, always unique just depending on what was in the fridge. The kind of sandwich you dream about for days and salads so fresh you could taste the love in them. It is important to us to deliver that food to you how she served it. Everything with a little twist, flavorful, fresh and always with a smile. We want y’all to be comfortable here, as you would in your own home, whether it is for some caffeine in the morning or a little booze after work. We look to set the new definition of quality in the neighborhood.

5. O-Ku Jacksonville Beach: What’s better than O-Ku Sushi? How about O-Ku Sushi beachside? Welcome to O-Ku Jax Beach. O-Ku provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. O-Ku’s menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrees and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space. The beachside location with waterfront and rooftop dining offers traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, sourcing seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients.

6. Taverna: Modern interpretations of classic recipes — that’s the Taverna philosophy, in the kitchen and behind the bar.

   Authentic Italian ingredients, seasonal produce, and meats from local purveyors all coexist beautifully on Chef Sam Efron’s menus. The beverage selection is equally refreshing; guests are encouraged to explore Kiley Wynne Efron’s Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, sample a regional craft beer or indulge in a handcrafted cocktail to complete their Taverna experience.

7. Restoration Hardware Dining: The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Jacksonville, a 70,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our selection of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and curated wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe.

8. Azurea at One Ocean: Experience fine dining at One Ocean’s Azurea restaurant. Situated on the shimmering waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Azurea boasts a wealth of fresh seafood. Our innovative and mouthwatering cuisine has quickly become a coveted destination for diners.

9. Catullo’s Italian Restaurant: Catullo's Italian was a food truck that was roaming the streets of Jacksonville, now operating as a brick and mortar. Mostly known for our fresh pasta!

10. Salt and Amelia Island Ritz Carlton Resort: The view over the water is a hint of what’s to come at Salt restaurant in Amelia Island. Named for one of the sea’s most valuable resources, this fine dining restaurant uses more than 40 salts from around the world to add depth and flavor to coastal-inspired cuisine. FINE DINING WITH A FOUNDATION IN SIMPLICITY AND FLAVOR.

5 BONUS Date Night Spots We Love:

Oaxaca Club: Inspired by travels throughout Mexico and the country's colorful, regionally distinct flavors, Oaxaca Club pays homage to the city of Oaxaca, located in Southwest Mexico. Our fresh, delicious take on authentic Latin cuisine features local, seasonal ingredients and a nod to North Florida's coastal lifestyle.

Gemma Fish + Oyster: Nestled in the heart of San Marco, Gemma Fish + Oyster is suited to make your dining experience inviting and exciting. As soon as you enter the door, you feel the warmth of the ambiance and are greeted by friendly faces.  While at the table, indulge in Gemma's raw bar oyster selections along with house made ceviches, tartares, and crudos. If the raw bar isn't your thing, try the whole fried fish or our crab stuffed trout for a mouth watering surprise. 

River and Post: River & Post is a culinary driven restaurant in a warm, modern setting where we strive to captivate our guests with quality ingredients, impeccable service and memorable accommodations for any occasion.

Coop 303: Coop 303 features modern cuisine and signature cocktails served in a sleek environment suitable for any occasion. Deliciously crafted and remarkably unique, Coop 303 was born from a desire to serve up Florida regional cuisine with a side of genuine, caring hospitality.

1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop: 1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop offers spectacular views of the Atlantic, featuring indoor/outdoor seating and occupying the second and third floors of an all-new venue at Sawgrass Marriott's Cabana Beach Club. The menu features fresh seafood, small plates, elevated cocktails, and wines.

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