Bold City Best 2015

12 • SEPTEMBER 27, 2015 THE TIMES-UNION
Best Brunch
Metro Diner
Multiple Locations
metrodiner.com
“Where the Locals Eat!” In 2000, the
Davoli family bought the Metro Diner
location on Hendricks Avenue and has
steadily built a loyal following since
then. In 2010, Metro Diner was featured
on “Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives” for
their unique take on diner fare and
daily blackboard specials. Open daily
from 6:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m. Now in seven
locations; some also open for dinner.
Best Coffee Shop
Bold Bean Coffee Roasters
Multiple locations
(904) 855-1181
boldbeancoffee.com
Jacksonville based, specialty
coffee roaster with two cafes,
roastery operation and espresso bar.
Single origin, direct trade coffees
and signature blends for retail and
wholesale customers. Coffee shops
located in Riverside, South Jacksonville
Beach and Murray Hill.
Best Dessert
Biscotti’s
3558 St. John’s Ave.
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 387-2060
biscottis.net
Photo provided by Biscotti's
Biscotti’s dessert case is filled with
cakes, pies, tarts and their signature
biscotti.
Since 1993 Biscotti’s has been
a favorite eatery in Avondale. The
restaurant is known for its mouthwatering
dessert case filled with
homemade tempting treats and as a
late night spot after a play or concert.
Open for lunch and dinner, Biscotti’s
also caters and is a favorite with
bride’s-to-be for wedding cakes and
receptions. Please check their website
for their new dinner menu and make a
reservation today.
Best Food Truck
The Happy Grilled Cheese
Follow @HappyGrilledChs on Twitter &
Facebook for location updates
thehappygrilledchees.wix.com/grilledcheese
The Happy Grilled Cheese is a
food truck that offers a full menu
specializing in gourmet grilled
cheeses. The Happy Grilled Cheese
Photo provided by Kazu Japanese Restaurant
Unique flavors and fresh creations helped Kazu Japanese Restaurant take home
2015 Bold City Best Sushi and Japanese Restaurant.
wants to thank Jacksonville for their
Best of Bold City votes. They value the
community’s continued support over
the past three years, and said, “Love to
love ya’ll, take it cheesy till next time.”
Best Healthy Eating
Native Sun Natural Foods Market
Multiple locations
(904) 260-2791
nativesunjax.com
Native Sun is North Florida’s largest
local organic grocery retailer, having
served the community since 1996.
Nationally recognized for leadership in
the natural products industry, Native
Sun provides shoppers with easy
access to a healthy mix of affordable
options for every diet and eating
occasion.
Best Bakery
Cinotti’s Bakery & Deli
1523 Penman Rd.
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 246-1728
cinottisbakery.com
Cinotti’s Bakery is filled with
love and family. Now run by the 5th
generation, Cinotti’s Bakery is known
for their amazing cookies, cakes,
pies, pastries, chocolates and more.
Located on Penman Road for the last
25 years, they serve their customers
with the highest quality of products
and service. This hard working family
business seeks to honor God on a
daily basis. Book your child’s next
birthday party at Cinotti’s. Private
room is now open. Open Tuesday
through Saturday at 6 a.m., closed
Sunday and Monday.
Best Deli
Pinegrove Market & Deli
1511 Pinegrove Ave.
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 389-8655
pinegrovemarket.com
Pinegrove is a family deli and the
last standing locally owned butcher
shop in Jacksonville. Open for over 40
years on the Westside, they have been
offering breakfast specialties, a huge
array of lunchtime favorites, juicy,
handmade hamburgers, and even a
Friday and Saturday fish fry that must
be experienced. Pinegrove is also
known for their USDA choice dry-aged
beef and other delicious meats.
Photo provided by
Native Sun Natural Foods Market
Customers enjoy healthy lunch options
at Native Sun Natural Foods Market.
Best Sushi
Kazu Japanese Restaurant
9965 San Jose Blvd, Ste. 35
Jacksonville, FL 32257
(904) 683-9903
kazujapaneserestaurant.com
Kazu is an elegant, yet comfortable
dining experience, satisfying for those
who are sushi veterans looking for a
way to expand their palettes, as well
as people who are venturing into
Japanese cuisine for the first time.
Best Diner
Metro Diner
Multiple Locations
metrodiner.com
“Where the Locals Eat!” In 2000,
the Davoli family bought the Metro
Diner location on Hendricks Avenue
and has steadily built a loyal following
since then. In 2010, Metro Diner was
featured on “Diners, Drive-ins, and
Dives” for their unique take on diner
fare and daily blackboard specials.
Open daily from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Now in seven locations; some also
open for dinner.
Best Chinese Restaurant
Blue Bamboo Restaurant and
Handcrafted Cocktails
3820 Southside Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 646-1478
bluebamboojacksonville.com
Celebrating 10 years of continuous
service in Jacksonville, Blue Bamboo
serves classic Chinese eats alongside
Hip Asian favorites such as red curry
shrimp and grits. Hand-crafted
cocktails and an extensive wine
list complete Jacksonville’s casual
Cantonese dining experience.