It's hard to decide what is better about this restaurant, the food or the view. You'll have an enchanting time deciding for yourself at this Jacksonville classic. The Chart House has the right idea, serving fresh seafood in the traditional style that you'd expect from a waterfront restaurant. Why mess with a good thing? The menu consists of an extensive selection of every fish, crustacean and shell creature imaginable, as well as some land roamers. Classics like Shrimp Cocktail and Macadamia Crusted Mahi Mahi are exceptional, and the wine list is just as sizable as the menu.

River City Brewing Company is the spot for great dining and dancing right on the St. Johns River. Boat slips are available on the riverfront. Rent a boat at one of the marinas and cruise right up to the dock, or just pull up a seat and watch boaters. The brewery features four handcrafted beers to go along with a diverse menu featuring plenty of seafood entrees, prime rib and steaks. The Sunday seafood buffet is also a popular option. Considering there is a wealth of hotels nearby, the restaurant is popular with tourists, and a good place for and afternoon business meeting.

Presenting a mixture of Korean and Japanese cuisine, this intriguing restaurant called Sam Won Garden, also offers a large selection of fresh sushi. Silk lotus flowers and intricate wood paneling evoke images of exotic locales. Unusual appetizers include squid noodles and Korean pancake with seafood, while entrees include grilled beef, pork, fish and chicken, as well as spicy crab casserole. A few Chinese-style entrees round out the menu. Lunch specials are served daily and an assortment of hot and cold beverages is available.

Tucked away at the corner of Baymeadows and San Jose Boulevard, this authentic Greek and Italian restaurant called Mediterrania Restaurant, offers guests a chance to really test their appetites. Portions are hefty and the courses seem to keep coming from the kitchen. Stuffed grape leaves, mussels, calamari, New Zealand lamb and Angus certified tenderloin are featured, along plenty of intriguing seafood entrees. Plus, you will find numerous Italian staples like lasagna and Chicken Picatta.

This fun and friendly steakhouse called Roadhouse Grill is proud of its steaks, but adds to the entertainment with peanuts served in big baskets at your table. A handful of appetizers is offered, including a generous sampler platter. Entrée-sized salads come with fresh toppings like grilled chicken, mahi mahi and steak. Beef choices, the house specialty, include filet mignon and porterhouse steaks. Burgers, sandwiches and chops round out the menu. The children's menu has chicken, beef, or macaroni and cheese for little diners.

Cha-Cha's is the place for great Mexican food at low prices and quick, friendly service. There are multiple dining areas and they're usually packed. Booths and tables line the rooms. Mexican accessories decorate the walls and the atmosphere is casual. Authentic Mexican menu includes tacos, enchiladas, beans and rice, tamales and burritos. Combo platters are offered, or you can create your own from the a la carte menu. Homemade chips and salsa are plentiful and free.

This easy-to-miss shop called Healthy Bagel Express is tucked away in a strip mall, but shouldn't be overlooked. It's a great place for breakfast, lunch or take out. Some inside seating is available where customers can watch the bagels being made fresh daily in a variety of flavors including sun-dried tomato, onion, cinnamon raisin and the "everything" bagel. Bagel sandwiches, wraps and subs are on the lunch menu, and utilize top-of-the-line Boar's Head deli meats. Coffee and cold beverages are offered.

Mediterranean delights and French wines will lure you to this popular Bistro in Jacksonville. Bistro Aix, is named after the French Province Aix-en-Provence. The ambiance and the food tantalize the senses. Glowing Candelabras and French Antiques enhance the beauty of this place. Wine or Martinis, have it your way because this Bistro features 250 wine selections and 50 wines by the glass and a bar to boot. There's an array of food to choose from: pasta, meat, fish, contemporary, French Cuisine and Pizzas. For sweet indulgences, head straight to the Bistro Aix Bakery because the freshly baked desserts will just melt in your mouth! If you can cope with the calories easily, don't wait for dessert!

This small, out-of-the-way, unpretentious restaurant offers delicious, affordable food with a delightful view of the water. Chowder Ted's has a good variety of appetizers, such as smoked fish spread and crackers, jalapeno peppers, or lots of onion rings. For main dishes, choose from a Pot Of Chowder, Ted's "famous" recipe with garlic bread, swamp burger, "Catch of the Day" Sandwich, or Cajun shrimp. Ask about their Friday and Saturday dinner specials.

The Sandollar Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with delicious food and a relaxing waterfront atmosphere. You can watch the river traffic sail by on the St John's River or even see a dolphin or two as you enjoy your meal. You can choose from a selection of appetizers including peel-and eat shrimp. They also have soups and salads and a collection of steaks. They offer desserts and a children's menu.