The Amelia Island Net Dining Guide is a
collection of the finest
restaurants in the Amelia Island area.
AMELIA ISLAND DELI
Downtown historic district's true DELI offers premium Boars Head brand meats
and cheeses exclusively. Offering hearty sandwiches, wraps, fresh-made
soups, salads, muffins, cookies, and cakes. Also, we proudly serve Mayfield
Farms ice cream and Barnie's coffee and tea. Open daily at 10:00 a.m. for
breakfast and lunch. After lunch, pick out something from the selection of
gourmet gifts and take home some deli specials. Located just 35 steps off
Centre St. at #5 South 2nd Street in beautiful Fernandina Beach. 261-9400.
Open seven days a week. Call us for a catering quote. V/MC
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ANGEL'S PORCH CAFE & GIFTS
The gateway to the Historic District, this 1887 shotgun-style house has an
indoor dining room and also serves on a beautiful wrap-around porch
overlooking Centre Street. Serving light fare in a casual atmosphere,
Angel's Porch features stuffed crab, quiche, fritatta, turkey meatloaf,
black beans and rice, delicious croissant sandwiches, soups, calamari,
shrimp and chicken salads and fabulous desserts. Cappuccino and flavored
coffees. Beer & Wine. Take-out available. Also a variety of gifts, wine &
cheese baskets. V/MC/Diners/Discover accepted. Serving all day from 11:30
a.m. Closed on Tuesday. 708 Centre Street. Phone: 321-2299, Fax: 321-2527.
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BEECH STREET GRILL
Beech Street Grill offers a progressive menu and national award-winning wine
list for your first choice in fine dining. Daily blackboard features
showcase the area's freshest seafood seasoned with freshly-cut herbs,
homemade sauces and chutneys. Dinner served nightly. Reservations
recommended. Major credit cards accepted. Located at the corner of 8th and
Beech Street in beautiful historic Fernandina Beach. 277-3662. Dress is
resort casual. Visit our web site at
www.beechstreetgrill.com.
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BRETT'S WATERWAY CAFE
Overlooking Fernandina Harbor Marina, Brett's offers an upscale atmosphere
with outstanding food. Served with traditional Southern hospitality, the
extensive luncheon and dinner menus feature daily specials, fresh Florida
seafood, chicken and aged beef. Enjoy the captivating piano music while
viewing fabulous sunsets from the veranda and dining room. Join what has
become a tradition in fine dining seven evenings a week from 5:30 p.m. Lunch
Monday thru Saturday 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended for
parties of six or more. Cocktails, beer, wine. Casual resort wear. V/MC/AE.
Fernandina Harbor Marina at the foot of Centre Street. 261-2660.
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CAFÉ KARIBO
Come for the food and stay for the ambiance! As the "new kid on the block"
in the historic district at 27 North 3rd Street, Café Karibo features
sandwiches with style and soups with soul. Home of the "Big Bella" and the
"Worked Over". We also feature our famous Cajun Gumbo and Papa's Chili.
Salads are an explosion of flavors and change according to season. Desserts
are worth a trip alone and we offer a full espresso bar to compliment the
experience. So, come down and enjoy the "New Orleans" ambiance on our lush,
outdoor garden patio with a glass of wine or beer for a culinary experience
you won't soon forget. Open daily Tuesday-Saturday for lunch 11am-3pm and
dinner Thursday-Saturday 6-10pm. Sunday Brunch 11am-2pm. V/MC/AE/Discover.
277-5269.
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CENTRE STREET CAFÉ
Chef Johnny and Phoebe Kromann offer delightful food and European ambiance
high above historic Centre Street. Johnny's talents were honed at his
grandmother's knee and in Michelin-starred restaurants and hotels in Europe.
As Executive Chef in South Florida he won 3 consecutive Florida Trend
Magazine "Golden Spoon" awards (Top 20 restaurants in Florida), as well as
the prestigious national DiRoNA award. Chef Johnny specializes in fresh
fish, steaks and wild game - all with a "touch of Denmark." Intimate dining
rooms, starry open-air deck and extensive wine list available. Reservations
suggested. Also visit our downstairs beer and wine patio. 316-D Centre
Street. 277-6600.
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LE CLOS
Located in Fernandina's Historic District Le Clos serves delicious
provencale dishes by candlelight in a charming, intimate 1906 cottage.
Chef-owner Katherine Ewing received full degrees in both pastry and cuisine
from Le Cordon Bleu and L'Ecole de Gastronomie Francaise Ritz - Escoffier,
Paris, and trained at the Ritz Hotel, Paris, France. The menu items are
prepared carefully and presented beautifully with an emphasis on impeccably
fresh seafood. The extensive wine list offers the prefect accompaniment for
every menu selection. Dinner: 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday; 5:30 -
9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Reservations recommended. Located at 20 S.
2nd Street. Phone 261-8100. www.leclos.com.
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CRAB TRAP
Friendliest atmosphere in town. Dinner served 7 days a week starting at 5:00
p.m. Serving fresh local seafood: blackened, broiled, grilled or fried; also
chicken; steaks; and raw oysters year 'round. Entrees from $8.95 to $16.95.
Beer, wine, cocktails. Casual dress. Pub bar located upstairs looking over
the Intercoastal Waterway. Seasonal entertainment in the upstairs lounge.
Closed on Tuesdays October 1st through March 1st. All major credit cards
accepted. Family-owned and operated since 1979. 31 North 2nd Street.
261-4749.
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DOWN UNDER RESTAURANT
Family-owned and operated since 1982. Serving a variety of fresh local
seafood and daily specials. The menu features broiled, grilled and fried
seafood. The Down Under captures the true feeling and flavor of Florida
cuisine and atmosphere. Casual dress, full-service bar, private dining room
and children's menu. Raw oyster bar (seasonal, begins in October - ends in
May). Banquet facilities for 20 to 250 people. Located on the Intercoastal
Waterway under the A1A bridge. Open for dinner at 5:00 p.m. daily. Come by
boat or car. Call for seasonal days of operation. Reservations accepted.
V/MC/AE/Diners Club. 261-1001.
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ESPANA RESTAURANT
Downtown's newest dining experience. Come and enjoy Spain's Old World
cuisine in a quaint and intimate atmosphere. Let Chef/Owner Roberto impress
you with his family recipes. Some entrée choices include Paelha Valencia
style, Veal Chops or Filet Mignon with Cabrales Sauce, Shrimp or Scallops al
Jerez or Snapper a la Madrid. Accompany your meal with a selection of fine
wines or homemade Sangria. Located at 22 S. 4th St. in Historic Downtown
with convenient on-street parking. Join us early beginning at 5:30 or late
into the evening until Midnight. Call us at 261-7700. We look forward to
your visit!
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JOE'S 2ND STREET BISTRO
A Jacksonville Magazine "Top 25 Restaurant". Joe Robucci's Bistro on 2nd
Street is a cozy sophisticated blend of dining experiences from Joe's
intimate dining rooms, front porch overlooking the harbor, to the New
Orleans inspired courtyard. Joe's offers a diverse menu including local
seafood, steaks, pasta and game. You can always find something out of the
ordinary on Joe's menu. Breads are baked daily and all desserts are made in
house. Joe's offers an extensive wine list. Hours are 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
seven days a week. For reservations call 321-2558. Located at 14 South 2nd
Street across from the New Hampton Inn & Suites in downtown Fernandina
Beach. www.joesbistro.com.
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KABUKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR
Enjoy the show as your chef, a master of the ancient art of Teppanyaki
cookery, prepares your meal in front of you. Entrees of steak, chicken or
seafood include soup, salad, shrimp appetizer, vegetable, and rice. The
37-item sushi bar adds another unique Japanese dining experience. Dinners
start at $9.95. Children's menu available. Beer and wine. Open seven days a
week.. Casual. V/MC/AE. 1766 S. 8th St., Amelia Plaza between Wal-Mart and
Winn-Dixie. 277-8782.
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THE MARINA SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
In our 35th year of service, we have a flair like no other - Long time
favorite of the locals - Specializing in seafood, also serving steak, chops
& chicken. Family atmosphere. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner served - Beer & Wine
- Early Bird Special (5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.). Awarded 5 Stars from The
Florida Times-Union, Small Business Award by The Chamber of Commerce, 38
"Best of the Best" Awards by The News-Leader, also mentioned in Southern
Living Magazine. Credit Cards accepted. 101 Centre Street in downtown
Historic District. 261-5310. Your hosts The Toundas Family.
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MOON RIVER PIZZA
The Island's only real pizza shop. Calzones and pizza are hearth baked and
generously topped (20 ingredients to choose from). Dough and sauce made
daily. Excellent white pizzas. Slices and salads made to order. Featuring an
eclectic beer and wine selection. Affordable and fun. The shop seats 70 and
take-out is available. Family-owned and operated since 1996. Open daily from
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. 925 S. 14th St. 321-3400.
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PARKWAY GRILLE
A new local restaurant for you to experience. Serving breakfast from 8:00 -
10:30 a.m. We offer eggs, pancakes, homemade sausage gravy, fresh baked
bagels, biscuits, croissants & a variety of baked goods. At lunch we serve
deli sandwiches, hot & cold, all made with Boar's Head meats & cheeses.
Certified Black Angus burgers, grilled chicken sandwiches, homemade soups &
salads. Stop by & see us at 5517 S. Fletcher Ave, Monday --Saturday 8:00a.m.
- 3:30 p.m. 904-277-6614.
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POMPEO'S RESTAURANT
Pompeo's Italian Continental Cuisine & Seafood Restaurant celebrating our
13th year! Mario Pompeo has been successfully cooking in Fernandina Beach
since 1987. Reservations accepted. Major credit cards accepted. Pompeo's
Tavern & Liquor Store with light Jazz & Romantic music - Calm Atmosphere -
Stress Free. Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Dinner 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. 261-7490.
302 Centre St.
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SHONEY'S RESTAURANT
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served in a family atmosphere.
All-You-Can-Eat-Soup, Salad, Fruit and Vegetable Bar, along with daily
Homestyle Buffets. Classic American Food-Menu includes sandwiches, burgers,
steaks, seafood, pasta, homestyle dinner entrees and desserts. Different
specials nightly. Hours 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sun. - Thurs. 6:00 a.m. -
11:00 p.m. Fri. & Sat. V/MC/AE/Discover accepted. 2709 Sadler Rd. 1/2 block
from the beach. 277-3768. To go orders welcomed.
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SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL
Oceanfront dining so close…you can touch it! Directly on the ocean in
Fernandina Beach is the historic Caribbean-themed Sliders Seaside Grill.
Enjoy the festive lounge and dining rooms with breath-taking ocean views, or
dine outside on the covered patio or at a dune-side table. Grown-ups love
our oceanfront tiki bar and kids love our oceanfront playground! Lunch items
include our famous crab cake and Dirty Martini Burger. Let our chef delight
you with an extensive dinner menu from fresh seafood to mouth-watering
steaks. Sliders is the perfect location for a special event or group
function. Lunch 11:30am-4pm, dinner 5pm-10pm, and late night menu 4pm-5pm
and 10pm-close. Happy Hour 4pm-7pm daily and 10pm-close Mon-Wed. Live
entertainment Thurs-Sun. 1998 S. Fletcher Ave. 277-6990
www.slidersseasidegrill.com.
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SONNY'S REAL PIT BAR-B-Q
Since the first Sonny's opened in 1968, we've been basting choice cuts of
beef, pork, chicken and ribs, … smoking them slowly over hardwood fires…and
serving them with all the fixin's at reasonable prices. This locally-owned
franchise has been a Fernandina Beach tradition for over 20 years. So
whether you bring the family in, take Sonny's Bar-B-Q to go, or have us
cater your next event, you can be sure everybody loves to eat at
Sonny's…Bar-B-Q At It's Best! Lunch and dinner served 11:00 a.m. to 9:00
p.m. daily. 642 East State Road 200/A1A, ¾ mile east of the bridge.
261-6632.
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SPANKY'S
Continuing a tradition which began on River Street in 1976 in Savannah,
Georgia; Spanky's is proud to bring its seventh location to Gateway of
Amelia. We feature fresh seafood and great chicken or beef combinations.
Make a selection from our salad menu. Enjoy yourself in a family atmosphere
with a fabulous view of the bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway. We
feature a spacious bar area inside and an outside bar with a deck over our
alligator pond. Indulge in steak and crab legs or get some buffalo fingers
in a fun, casual setting. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. daily. Credit cards
accepted. Kids' menu avail. Call 261-7100.
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THE SURF
One of Amelia Island's favorite destinations. Whether you're looking for
light fare or a full-course meal, The Surf provides good food and good times
in a casual beach atmosphere across from the ocean. Our Chef and his staff
delight you with an extensive menu featuring delicious steaks, seafood,
salads, sandwiches, burgers, and wraps. Dine indoors or out on our huge
torch-lit deck. Enjoy our daily specials, including our famous
all-you-can-eat wings (Wed. & Sun.). Open daily at 11:00 a.m. until late,
serving lunch, dinner, and late night snacks. Take-out available.
Entertainment daily. 23 TVs. V/MC/AE/Discover. 3199 S. Fletcher Avenue.
904-261-5711. www.thesurfonline.com.
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ZAXBY'S
We're pretty fast at Zaxby's, but we're not fast food. If you're looking for
a quick bite to eat and don't want to sacrifice the quality of food for
timely service, Zaxby's is the place for you. Specializing in chicken
fingers and buffalo wings, Zaxby's also offers a wide variety of sandwiches
and salads made to order the way you like it. Whether you're planning a
picnic on the beach, a snack for a scenic drive, or just really good
chicken; give Zaxby's a call. (Dine in or Carry Out) Located at 1905 S. 14th
Street. Open 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily. 277-7171.
