Highest-rated restaurants for special occasions in Jacksonville, according to Tripadvisor

Maybe you've gone to the same restaurant for every special occasion over the last decade. Perhaps your favorite spot shut its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or maybe you're just on the lookout for a new dining experience to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Whether you're trying to find your way out of a restaurant rut, just moved to your city, or simply want to try somewhere new for your next celebration, finding a new favorite spot can be challenging.

There are lots of components that go into picking the right restaurant for a special occasion. What the ambiance is like, which type of cuisine is served, what dietary restrictions can be accommodated, the price point, and even whether reservations are accepted are important considerations. Whether you're looking for cozy-casual or fine dining, Jacksonville has a variety of eateries to choose from for your next celebration.

To aid in your search, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Jacksonville using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Bon appetit!

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#30. St. Mary's Seafood and More

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (381 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 11290 Old Saint Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257-1142
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#29. Chart House

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (459 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1501 Riverplace Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207-9034
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#28. Sweet Pete's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (131 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 400 N Hogan St, Jacksonville, FL 32202-4104
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#27. The Cheesecake Factory

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (882 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert, Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 10260 Midtown Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32246-7408
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#26. Southern Charm

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (282 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Barbecue, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3566 Saint Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32207-5571
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#25. cantina laredo

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (345 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 10282 Bistro St St. John's Town Center, Jacksonville, FL 32246-7488
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#24. Bistro AIX

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (427 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: French
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1440 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207-8551
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#23. Stonewood Grill & Tavern

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (206 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3832 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32217-5607
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#22. Matthew's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (244 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2107 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207-3370
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#21. Ted's Montana Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (272 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 10281 Midtown Pkwy Ste 221 St Johns Town Center, Jacksonville, FL 32246-7445
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#20. La Cena Ristorante

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (99 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Tuscan
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 911 Edgewood Ave South West on Edgewood Ave S. on Roosevelt Blvd. Off street parking behind restaurant, Jacksonville, FL 32205-5340
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#19. The Blue Fish

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (415 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3551 Saint Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205-8468
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#18. J. Alexander's

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (368 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 10296 Bistro St, Jacksonville, FL 32246-7488
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#17. The Brick

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (389 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3585 Saint Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205-8445
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#16. Alhambra Theatre & Dining

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (190 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 12000 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32246-6706
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#15. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (326 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Wine Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4850 Big Island Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32246-7490
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#14. Black Sheep

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (567 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1534 Oak St, Jacksonville, FL 32204-3923
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#13. Enza's Italian Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (373 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 10601 San Jose Blvd Ste 109, Jacksonville, FL 32257-6267
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#12. Green Papaya Thai Cuisine

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (437 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Asian, Thai
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 13141 City Station Dr #d149, Jacksonville, FL 32218-7235
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#11. The Capital Grille

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (383 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 5197 Big Island Dr St. Johns Towne Center, Jacksonville, FL 32246
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#10. Taverna

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (419 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1986 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207-3212
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#9. Marker 32

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (496 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 14549 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32250-2301
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#8. Maggiano's Little Italy

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (792 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 10367 Midtown Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32246-7409
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#7. Biscottis

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (445 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, International
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3556 Saint Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205-8446
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#6. Seasons 52

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (611 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5096 Big Island Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32246
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#5. BB's Restaurant + Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (775 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, International
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1019 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207-8307
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#4. Julington Creek Fish Camp

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (560 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 12760 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223-2661
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#3. Ruth's Chris Steak House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (962 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1201 Riverplace Boulevard Crown Plaza Hotel, Jacksonville, FL 32207-9009
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#2. Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (624 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Brazilian, South American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 4483 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216-5402
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#1. Restaurant Orsay

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (988 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 3630 Park St, Jacksonville, FL 32205-8336
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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