JaxBest

An elegant restaurant that needs no introduction -- Restaurant Orsay, truly a staple along Park Street, is a top-notch restaurant and your choice for the best romantic dinner.

Have you ever had a FRIED burger? If so, perhaps you’ve tried the jalapeno popper burger from Gas Full Service, which is your favorite spot for a burger.

To find your choice this year for the best chocolate shop -- you’ll have to travel to the heart of Downtown Jacksonville, where you’ll find the well-known Sweet Pete’s Candy.

We know you’ve heard of it, and we know you love it! Grumpy’s has returned as your pick for Jacksonville’s best breakfast.

Located in the Nocatee Town Center, the wine bar was started by two UF students with a passion for travel and nature.

The original Joseph’s Pizza location is located on 7316 North Main Street and has been serving the community since 1956.

The team is dedicated to delivering healthy chef-prepared meals in the Jacksonville area.

Catch the crave! Brochachos Fusion Eats is the JaxBest choice for best food truck.

River and Post is a place you like -- REALLY like. And while there are plenty of spots for a great happy hour in the River City, this one was your top pick in 2021.

Aard-Toberfest is a Lager - Märzen style beer brewed by Aardwolf Brewing Company in Jacksonville.

A three-peat winner! Brandon Fitness is your favorite gym.

Once again -- Rebel Studio is your pick Jacksonville’s best yoga studio.

The entire neighborhood participates and it is free!

More than three million lights will be strung on every corner of the historic district for two months.

The store sells fine art, jewelry, soaps, pillows, home accessories, furniture, beach décor, gifts, and more.

It’s becoming quite clear that if you’re up for a hike, the one and only place to visit in Jacksonville is the Arboretum and Gardens, which is once again the JaxBest winner for best scenic trail, and the best trail overall.

Check out this dance band from Jacksonville!

Conner’s A-maize-ing Acres Farm is your pick for Jacksonville’s best pumpkin patch.

There’s much to see and much to do at the Jacksonville Zoo, which is probably why it’s found its way onto JaxBest on more than one occasion.

The about me section for the attraction states: We will not be responsible for: crying kids, nightmares, pants wetting, etc.

Living Beauty Floral, your choice for Jacksonville’s best flower shop, knows the meaning of value and fresh blooms.

Returning again as your top pick for the Jacksonville area’s best jewelry is Kingsley Jewelry in Orange Park.

A tackle shop that takes pride in caring for the needs of passionate fishers -- B&M Bait and Tackle on A1A is your choice for Jacksonville’s best bait and tackle shop.

Are you someone who shops local? Lilly Grace Fashion in San Marco is your choice for Jacksonville’s best boutique.

Pro tip -- shopping for a special occasion? Looking to tell that special someone you’re thinking about them?

Looking for a beautiful piece of jewelry to tell that special someone you really care?

Getting up early to head out for a day on the water with the rod and reel? Before you cast off, plan for a stop at Steve’s Tackle Box -- the JaxBest choice for Jacksonville’s best bait shop.

Shop local? The choice for Jacksonville’s best boutique is the Classic Maven on 8th Street.

If you’re looking for the best surf shop in Jacksonville, you’ll want to head east to Aqua East in Atlantic Beach!

Located in the heart of Jacksonville’s Riverside neighborhood, the family-owned and operated Riverdale Inn is your pick for best bed and breakfast.

It’s truly a boater’s paradise.

Taking recognition as your choice for Jacksonville’s best historic neighborhood in 2021 is Mandarin, where the residential areas are full of history. You’ll also find some of the best river views in the city.

Your choice for the Jacksonville area’s best sunset view also comes with a picturesque landscape of the nation’s oldest city.

Your choice for Jacksonville’s best public art highlights a grim moment in the city’s history.

The Art Center -- your choice for Jacksonville’s best gallery -- was formed to provide the local community with a wealth of art opportunities.

For the second year in a row, you voted Champion Cycling as Jacksonville’s best bike shop!

Looking for buried treasure?

Looking to a getaway? Might we suggest a retreat to the Nation’s Oldest City, where you’ll find the Carriage Way Inn, your choice for the best bed and breakfast.

For the second year in a row, you’ve chosen the Mandarin Museum and Historical Society as Jacksonville’s best history museum.