drinks

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    The Garage

    One of the things I’m starting to enjoy about this city is the feeling of everyone having recently come from a sunny day at the beach. People look a little sand-dusted, wave-beaten and sun-toasted. They look weather weary but eager to finish the day in eating and chatting with friends. I was hanging out at…

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    Poe’s Tavern

    Nestled in the classy downtown of Atlantic Beach, sits a burger joint that is more than meets the eye. Before heading there, I assumed it was just created by someone either named Poe or a person that loved po’ boys. Didn’t give much other thought to the name. Ryan Adams and Beach Breezes When I…

  • Moxie

    Date Night Moxie stands out from the highway like a tall rectangular cube of ice inviting Butler drivers to slow down and stroll in for a drink. I recently stopped in for a Saturday night’s date. He had suggested a few options. Burgers or a swanky Jacksonville joint called Moxie. I chose the latter. I…

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    Kickbacks Gastropub

    Imagine a menu that never ended. Choices for days. And before you even see this you’re dazzled with rows of beer taps and whimsical decor with twinkling lights and a spiral staircase –this is Kickbacks. An Outside Fireplace and Taps for Miles Outside is a lovely raised patio area with a cozy fireplace (for the…