2008
AP-LS Conference
Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville Nightlife |
This nightlife guide is divided into six main sections: Inside Hyatt, inside the Jacksonville Landing, near the Hyatt, across the river (including San Marco), at the Beaches and other downtown venues. Many of the bars, lounges, and clubs have happy hour specials and a variety of entertainment on different nights of the week. Please call ahead for hours and/or reservations. A printable version will be available closer to the conference.
Inside the Hyatt:
904-588-1234, Currents Lounge offers free wireless internet and flat screen televisions. They provide a full bar, Starbuck’s, appetizers, and desserts. 904-588-1234, Located inside the Hyatt, this sports bar offers a casual atmosphere. Serving drinks, appetizers, and sandwiches, it also features large screen televisions. 904-598-0234, Plaza III is known as one of the top steakhouses not only in Jacksonville, but in the United States as well. Offering over 100 wines on their wine list, a martini menu, and a cigar menu, Plaza III provides an upscale nighttime lounge and bar experience.Inside the Jacksonville Landing:
Mongo’s Flat Hot Grill
904-665-0123, Located on the second floor of the west end of the Jacksonville Landing, Mongo’s features a full service restaurant and bar. The large outdoor patio provides a great view while enjoying the “beach-like” atmosphere. 904-353-8023,located in the center of the first floor of The Landing, this upscale venue offers multiple lounges, a VIP section, and music from a variety of decades. Call ahead to make VIP reservations.904-350-9911,Serving authentic Korean and Japanese food and drink, Koja is located on the second floor on the east side the The Landing. Enjoy their happy hour, including sake, beer, and wine. Call for more information on their happy hour specials.
904-356-5400, Hooters is located on the west side of the Landing on the first floor. Hooters provides pints and pitchers of cold beer and a variety of liquorDive Bar
331 East Bay St. (a few blocks north of the Hyatt), 904-359-9090, features a full bar and live music. 335 East Bay St. (a few blocks north of the Hyatt), 904-424-3531, this is a popular nighttime venue with live music from local, national, and international bands almost every night of the week. TSI also has a full bar and wine list. 315 East Bay Street, Suite 101, 904-355-5099, Mark's is a lounge/club/bar. All different genres of music are featured and they maintain a business casual dress code. 21 East Adams St., 904-598-2922, Burrito Gallery is a unique restaurant with a small bar and art gallery. They are open late Tuesday through Friday. Call for specific hours of operation. 128 West Adams St., 904-633-9738, this is a Caribbean restaurant that serves beer and wine. It becomes a club on the weekends, and features drink specials and a live reggae band.London Bridge Eatery & Pub
100 East Adams St., 904-359-000, this pub offers a true pub atmosphere with games of cricket, an extensive beer menu, and even pub food. 120 West Adams St., 904-353-0052, Mudville is a sports bar and grille offering beer and wine.Across the River (including San Marco):
Located inside the Wyndham Jacksonville Riverwalk Hotel, 1515 West Prudential Dr., 904-346-0605, Tastings is a wine bar franchise spreading throughout the southern U.S.River City Brewing Company 835 Museum Cir., 904-398-2299, River City is a 5 Star Restaurant that also brews four of its own beers and live entertainment most weekends.
Simons Wine Bar
1004 Hendricks Ave, (904) 396-8088, Simon’s features an extensive wine list and wine cellar, along with an upscale jazz atmosphere.The Grape
10281 Midtown Parkway, Suite 119, 904-642-7111, affordable specialty wine bar with live entertainment on select evenings. 1440 San Marco Boulevard, 904-398-1949, AIX offers a sophisticated lounge featuring over 250 varieties of wine and a full bar with everything from martinis to after-dinner drinks. 2016 Hendricks Avenue, 904-398-4610, Layla's features authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, imported beers, Frangelico combinations, and Hookah. 2012 San Marco Blvd., 904-398-0726, the Grotto is known for their extensive wine collection and tapas.Beaches:
Ragtime Tavern Seafood & Grill
207 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, 904-241-7877, Ragtime offers award-winning fresh brewed beer and live music on some evenings. 1266 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, 904-241-6453, this bar/ restaurant has a laid back atmosphere. 2578 Atlantic Blvd., 904-399-0609, said to be the first upscale Latin club in Jacksonville. It features music, dancing, art, and exotic drinks.
