Jacksonville

Come for a hearty Sunday brunch—desserts are a standout, especially the blueberry-pecan waffles. — Travel + Leisure

Sleek yet cozy, this hip bistro is as popular with corporate types looking to close a deal as it is with young lovebirds seemingly on the verge of popping the question. — Fodor's

For more than a decade, this has been one of Northeast Florida's most innovative and elegant restaurants. — Gayot

Dine with the fashionable food mavens on fusion-y Mediterranean dishes at Aix, whose menu bursts with global flavors. Reservations recommended. — Lonely Planet

French-country meets new-world flavors in a classically elegant setting. — Gayot

This fish camp features gators and turtles inside and out. — Gayot

Award-winning cuisine is served against panoramic views of the harbor and marshlands — Where

Named one of the best restaurants in the area, Ocean’s 60 offers fresh seafood selections like scallops, soft-shell crab or blue-crab crusted flounder — Where

Imbibe at one of two bars on either end of the building, or dine at a table in a rabbit warren of dining rooms — Where

This rustic fish camp has been serving every imaginable kind of fresh-off-the-boat seafood since 1969 — Where

Get a taste of the widely-known Salt Life lifestyle with seafood choices like a fresh-tuna "poke bowl," fresh specials, a raw bar and a sushi bar — Where

Serving seasonal cuisine, heavily influenced by Italy and Spain, and offering a serious list of craft beers and terroir-driven wines, Taverna is locally owned by a husband and wife team — Where

A link in the seafood chain with a few added allures. — Gayot

Haute Italian cuisine elegantly served in a minimalist, white tablecloth setting. — Gayot

A muy caliente spot to celebrate Cuban cuisine and get to the bottom of an icy mojito. — Gayot

These brews come with savory fare and topnotch waterside views. — Gayot

The tongue-in-cheek name of this Southwest-inspired restaurant speaks to the sassy waitstaff and the patrons who frequent it. — Fodor's

Certified Angus steaks, seafood, live Maine lobster, pasta, chicken and vegetarian entrées make up the mouthwatering menu at this upscale local favorite since 1988 — Where

If you just don't know what you want, this place has a lengthy menu, enormous bakery case and over 150 kinds of beer. — Lonely Planet