Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Jacksonville

This restaurant is beautiful. We understand they recently redecorated and it looks like a Moroccan scene with arched entryways and middle eastern style. A piano player fills the place with all types of music which is one reason you know you’re not in Algiers. The other is the fantastic menu items which were strongly American. We had a prime filet that was very tender and tasty and a two inch thick grouper that matched. The waitress had been there for four years and was able to cover her stations with easy. Always available and cheerful. This was a special occasion (birthday) and we were served a complimentary dessert. Wow! What a spectacular event for us!

Raintree is one of our favorite restaurants in St. A. We made reservations and the table was ready right on time. Laszlo did an excellent job of caring for us during the meal. Very friendly and efficient. Debbie had the Baked Salmon and I had the Mahi Picatta. Both meals were excellent in taste and quantity. Raintree adds a 15% tip / gratuity to all meals. You are informed of that upfront. It's also on the menu and on the check. We have been there several times now and they have never disappointed.

Everyone was amazing from entering the restaurant from check in to our Somalia, to our two waiters/waitresses. We had filet mignons that were cooked to perfection. One was well-done and the other was medium-rare. Our Brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes were delicious and savory. The wine…2018 Cab, Eco de Mar from Argentina, was the perfect compliment to our cuisine. We finished with a divine dessert. Absolutely a perfect dining experience. Everyone was lovely. We highly recommend Michael’s.

Beautiful view while we dined. Awesome wine selection. And Samantha was a wonderful server :)

Overall, the food and chef's creations were excellent, truly fine dining. Service was excellent - well informed on the menu, had opinions on wine selection and were attentive during the evening. Definitely recommend. One detail - For dining at this level and expense - would think they would have a full liquor license.