Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
  4. Jacksonville
  5. Jacksonville
Matthew's Restaurant, Jacksonville, FL

Matthew's Restaurant

4.8
4.8
2448 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary European

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Matthew's is one of Jacksonville's most distinctive gourmet restaurants. The refined atmosphere and innovative cuisine have made Matthew's one of North Florida's most awarded restaurants for over two decades. For the enjoyment of all our guests, appropriate dress for the dining room is Business Casual (no sneakers, shorts, t-shirts or tattered clothing). Last seating is at 9PM.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Steakhouse, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (904) 396-9922
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alexander Yim
  • Private party facilities
    Please call for details.
  • Neighborhood
    Jacksonville
  • Cross street
    Alford Place
  • Parking details
    Valet is complimentary
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve at Matthew's Restaurant 2024

    $175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Countdown to a tasteful New Year's Eve! Join us on 12/31 for a glamorous evening featuring a 4-course, prix-fixe menu with a variety of options for $175++/person. Want to elevate the experience? Add our "Elite Mystery 5th Course," created by Chef Alex. Limited dietary restrictions can be accommodated—please note them when making your reservation. Add-on beverages, caviar, and other enhancements will be available for purchase. Seating preferences are not guaranteed, but we will do our best. Large parties of 6+ will be seated in our Wine Room. Refunds not available after 12/23. Don't forget to dress to impress!
    New Year's Eve at Matthew's Restaurant 2024 Photo
  • 6-Course Adventure Tasting Menu

    $115.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in our 6-course chef's tasting, featuring a creative twist on this season's flavors. Each course of this culinary adventure will be revealed as it is served, ensuring a delightful surprise with every bite. Please note that any allergies must be communicated at least 48 hours in advance. The tasting menu is reserved for the entire table, allowing everyone to share in this unique experience. Priced at $115 per person, you can elevate your evening with wine pairings for an additional $70, which can be added when you begin your tasting journey. Reserve this experience in advance or ask your server about it when you arrive. Join us for an unforgettable night of flavors!
  • 8-Course Tasting Menu at The Chef's Counter

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Experience our exclusive 8-course chef's table, where you’ll enjoy a creative twist on this season's flavors, seated at our chef’s counter. Each course of this culinary adventure will be revealed as it is served, creating a truly immersive dining experience. Please note that any allergies must be communicated at least 48 hours prior to your reservation. This unique experience is priced at $150 per person, with the option to add wine pairings for an additional $85, wine pairings are available in-house and not reserved online. There is only one seating per evening at 6 PM for a maximum of 4 guests, so be sure to reserve this extraordinary experience in advance through OpenTable. Join us for an unforgettable night of flavors!

What 2,448 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Best Food

  • Jacksonville / Northeast Florida

    Great for fine wines

  • Jacksonville

    Best Overall

  • Jacksonville

    Best Food

  • Jacksonville

    Best Service

  • Jacksonville

    Best Ambiance

  • Jacksonville

    Best Value

  • Jacksonville

    Great for fine wines

  • Jacksonville

    Romantic

  • Jacksonville

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Matthew's Restaurant in Jacksonville offers an exceptional dining experience, featuring "spectacular" food, "incredible" service, and a "world-class" atmosphere. Guests rave about the personalized touches, such as customized menus and attentive staff, making it ideal for special occasions. Despite some minor service delays, the overall experience consistently exceeds expectations, with the "chef's tasting menu" highly recommended.

2,448 Reviews
  1. Jim

    VIP

    Jacksonville

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in all of Florida! Have taken care of our family’s special days for over a dozen years without fail. Hoping for another dozen!

    Is this helpful?

  2. Julio

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing time. We love traveling around and enjoying different dinning experience, you guys made this birthday very memorable, thank you for the amazing service and phenomenal food
    Matthew's RestaurantResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for celebrating with us! We're thrilled to have made your birthday so memorable. Your kind words about our food and service mean the world. Come back anytime! 🎉✨

    Is this helpful?

  3. Stephanie

    VIP

    Coastal Georgia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We did the chef’s table experience and had a wonderful time. All of the staff were friendly and helpful and the food was amazing. We will definitely be back to do this again!
    Matthew's RestaurantResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the Chef's Table experience and our amazing team. Can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable evening!

    Is this helpful?

  4. Mechelle

    Alabama

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband asked for a “dining experience “ for Christmas as he is a food writer in Jax. We were both Very impressed with the quality, flavors and overall adventure here. I highly recommend trying the Chef’s tasting menu! Bravo!
    Matthew's RestaurantResponded on December 12, 2024
    Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled that you and your husband enjoyed the Chef's Tasting Menu and had an overall memorable dining adventure. It's fantastic to hear that our staff made such a positive impact on your visit, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to the team. We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback and your support. Wishing you both a joyful and safe holiday season, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

    Is this helpful?

  5. Joanna

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We tried the 6 course chefs tasting menu for our anniversary. The service was very good and attentive, however, the food was lacking. The first course rice cake was rock hard, the main course lamb was very raw and the root vegetables tiny and under cooked and hard. The only thing I enjoyed was the scallop. The desert, although ok, seemed to be the biggest portion of them all. We left not quite full, yet suffered indigestion the entire night (probably from raw lamb). For the price we paid it was definitely not worth it. I could get better menu for half that price elsewhere. I feel like we paid more for the surprise/experience than the quality. One course had meticulously carved apple ball, the next had rough looking root vegetables with the skin on. It just didn't flow. The vibe of the restaurant I did not get. It appeared they wanted to position themselves as pretentious and upscale, yet the decor gave me a diner vibes. Open kitchen added a lot of noise and burned smells. The place is very small and with the tables being cramped together the noise got VERY loud by 6pm. It didn't seem like a celebratory romantic dinner in a private booth I requested. I could smell other people perfumes while trying to enjoy my food. That tells you the tables are way too close. To summarize, the food ehh, the service very good, the vibe and atmosphere didn't match the prices or the image they try to portray. It was a mishmash of things I did not expect and it was weird. I loved the anniversary dessert and the employee signed menu at the end which made our celebration special. However, someone put happy birthday on it, which was funny, but noticeable. Overall, not sure if I will return. It wasn't really quiet, romantic evening I expected. Food didn't justify the price, even thought the service was good.
    Matthew's RestaurantResponded on December 12, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We deeply regret that your experience didn’t meet your expectations, especially on such a special occasion. We strive to offer exceptional food, service, and atmosphere, and we're sorry to hear the food and environment fell short for you. Your comments about the lamb, rice cake, and the overall atmosphere have been noted. We value your input as it helps us identify areas where we can improve. We're also glad that the service and anniversary dessert were highlights of your visit, though we apologize for the mix-up with the "Happy Birthday" note! We truly appreciate your feedback, and if you ever decide to give us another chance, we'd love to ensure your next experience is more in line with what you were hoping for.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Alika

    VIP

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and the wait staff were incredible. The best restaurant in Jacksonville by far!
    Matthew's RestaurantResponded on December 12, 2024
    Thank you for the glowing review! We're so glad to hear that both the food and the wait staff exceeded your expectations. It's wonderful to be recognized as the best in Jacksonville, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic experience!

    Is this helpful?

  7. Dakota

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing experience!!! It was my friends birthday and they went over and beyond anything I could even imagine!!! They even got her a birthday card where all staff signed it which was fantastic
    Matthew's RestaurantResponded on December 12, 2024
    Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that your friend's birthday celebration was made extra special. We'll be sure to pass along your thanks to your waiter for their exceptional service. It’s the little touches like the signed card that we hope make moments unforgettable! We look forward to welcoming you all back soon!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Carol

    VIP

    Jacksonville

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great time sitting at "the pass" watching the interworking of the kitchen. Giovanni and Brett were great and answered our questions. Giovanni needs a light above his station because he was working in his own shadow. The light is behind him. He didn't complain, it was just something we observed.
    Matthew's RestaurantResponded on December 12, 2024
    Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed sitting at "the pass" and interacting with Giovanni and Brett. We appreciate the note about the lighting, and we'll look into it to improve the experience. Hope to see you again soon!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Linda Burcham

    VIP

    Jacksonville

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was wonderful. It was beautiful as well. Our waiter, Matthew, was so sweet, knowledgeable, and helpful. Definitely added to our positive experience. We were celebrating my husband’s birthday and everyone signed a copy of the menu. We did the 6 course tasting along with wine pairing. The wine pairing was amazing! Such a superb experience. My only negative the whole evening was sitting by the window and door and having the cars’ headlights from traffic glare in my eyes. I truly wish the blinds were lowered. It would have helped a lot!! But otherwise it was a WONDERFUL experience!!
    Matthew's RestaurantResponded on December 12, 2024
    Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the 6-course tasting, wine pairing, and had a memorable celebration for your husband's birthday. We'll definitely take your feedback on the window glare into consideration for future improvements. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

    Is this helpful?

  10. Linda

    VIP

    Charleston

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Matthew's Restaurant has been our go-to in Jacksonville for a number of years, so my husband and I decided to visit for a romantic date night before the full-blown Thanksgiving celebration with the family. The meal was not just a meal, but an amazing experience from start to finish. What do we love about Matthew's? First of all, the ambiance is perfect--pleasant lighting, white tablecloths, and professionally dressed staff members who seem happy to be there. This sets the scene for what's to come. The cocktails are stellar--well-balanced and delicious. (You can't go wrong with their list, but the bartender is also friendly and amenable to special requests.) The bread is outstanding; the salads fresh, colorful and tasty; the entrees creative and artfully presented. Save room for dessert, too. Tip: Get one for each person in your party, because they are fairly small, and you will want to taste more than one! Many thanks to Matthew for running a first-class business and to all the staff members for their warm hospitality and attention to detail. Special thanks to Preston for his wonderful service--attentive, but not obtrusive. This may have to become our annual tradition: the night before Thanksgiving at Matthew's.
    Matthew's RestaurantResponded on December 12, 2024
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your date night at Matthew's was such a special experience. It's great to know that you enjoyed the ambiance, cocktails, and the food, as well as the exceptional service from Preston. We look forward to welcoming you back during your next visit to Jacksonville and hope to make it an annual tradition!

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Matthew's Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 2448 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Matthew's Restaurant

2107 Hendricks Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32207

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Alford Place
  • Neighborhood
    Jacksonville
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Steakhouse, Italian
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet is complimentary
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alexander Yim
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo