(06-07-2017, 12:56 PM)Dumptruck Wrote: My wife and I will be down visiting my best friend in Jax. He has two kids and they aren't the most adventurous eaters. We are going to be moving within the next two years so getting a jump on knowing some good, unique spots to get a bite in Jax would be great.

Any suggestions from the locals? Bear in mind that I am from WV so I don't need southern food. I get that by the bucket load back home.

A couple of my favorites that are really not "Jacksonville unique" but offer great food.

For Mexican food I recommend Las Tapatias.  Keep in mind that this is by no means a "high end" place to eat, but it offers a unique experience and serves the most "authentic" Mexican food that I've found in Jacksonville.  Prices are inexpensive and the atmosphere is close to "real Mexico".  Keep in mind, I am of Mexican descent and am picky when selecting a "Mexican Restaurant".  Most other recommendations that you would get are not even close to being authentic.

As far as Italian food (one of my favorites) I haven't found a better place than Enza's.  It's a little bit more pricey, especially if you're just looking for a "bite to eat", but the food and service is amazing.

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