Restaurants & Cuisine
With more than 40 distinctive restaurants from which to choose, Amelia Island serves up an enticing array of flavorful options. From the freshest Florida seafood and authentic Italian and Mexican specialties, to fine dining masterpieces and decadent desserts, Amelia Island's menu of restaurants provide a satisfying selection of dining experiences.
Chef de Cuisine Richard Gras leads the culinary team at Salt, Florida's longest-running AAA Five Diamond restaurant. Located at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Salt features a unique menu with seasonal changes each week, more than 500 wines, and a growing collection of salts from around the world. Sophisticated design and an elegant oceanfront ambience make Salt one of many local favorites. Reservations are highly recommended.
For more critically acclaimed cuisine in a more relaxed island setting, try Joe's 2nd Street Bistro in Fernandina Beach. Rated among Jacksonville magazine's "Top 25 Restaurants," Joe's is one of Amelia Island's many hidden treasures. Joe's creative menu matches the lively atmosphere, featuring New American cuisine with influence from around the globe - from Asian Barbequed Duckling to the tropically-tasty Cashew Crusted Tilapia. You'll love the fresh-baked bread and homemade ice cream, too.
One of Amelia's newest dining hotspots is Pablo's Mexican Restaurant, Grill & Cantina. Dedicated to serving the best in fresh, Mexican-style food, Pablo's is also the perfect place for a friendly fiesta. Shrimp a la Diabla, Seafood Fajitas, and Fish Tacos go great with imported beers, served indoors or the open-air courtyard.
For an exceptional romantic dinner, you may want to leave your amigos behind and dress for dinner at the Ocean Grill at the Amelia Island Plantation. With a menu of the finest steaks, chops, chef's specials, an extensive wine list, and lavish selection of dessert, the Ocean Grill is among the best in oceanfront dining. Decadent desserts include brandied cherries with Kirsch Chantilly cream, warm apple rum tarte tatin and Tahitian mocha créme brulee.
Not sure where to start? We can't blame you - Amelia Island is a food-lover's haven! Just browse through our restaurant listings to begin your culinary journey around the island.
As the birthplace of the modern shrimping industry, Amelia Island treasures its seafood. In fact, the islands' most popular event is the Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival, which features boatloads of seafood dishes. Check out some favorite shrimp dishes from our local restaurant scene. Amelia Island's Wonderful Shrimp Recipe
Recipes courtesy of Amelia Islander magazine.
American
Amelia Island is home to a wide array of family-friendly, all-American dining. Whether you are looking for real "Southern" cuisine, fresh local seafood or a family neighborhood bistro, we have it all, with restaurants scattered from downtown Fernandina Beach to oceanside along Fletcher Road.
Asian Cuisine
Feeling a little far east? Amelia Island's diverse dining options include some fabulous pan Asian delights. At Kabuki, you can enjoy fresh sushi and the sizzling show of a Japanese steakhouse. Jade's Bistro serves up the best of Chinese and Thai cuisine.
Cafés & Delis
Quaint. Upscale. Entertaining. What can we say? Our collection of cafés and delis are a reflection of the island itself. From the chic Café 4750 to the charming Café Karibo, visitors can enjoy numerous tasty treats at an affordable price.
Casual Dining
From Mexican fare to burgers and sandwiches, the island has a full menu of casual dining experiences to enjoy. Try one of T-rays famous burgers, the Dirty Martini Burger at Sliders, or a Beer Steamed Bratwurst at Amelia River Golf Club Restaurant. The island is also home to several popular chain restaurants, if you're wanting something a little more familiar.
Fine Dining
Try one of our exquisite, fine dining restaurants for a taste of Amelia at its best. Serving up everything from Portuguese cuisine to French fare, Amelia Island is home to an assortment of award-winning restaurants and chefs. At The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, you can dine in style at Salt, one of just five AAA five-diamond restaurants in Florida. You can also enjoy oceanview dining at the Ocean Grill on Amelia Island Plantation, or the beautiful courtyards at La Bodega and Joe's 2nd Street Bistro.
Italian
Enjoy the taste of Italy, right here on Amelia Island. From homemade pastas to mouthwatering desserts, our Italian restaurants will transport you to another time and place. Savor Chef Joe Demarco's daily specials at Joey D's Tuscan Grill. Or for a special treat, try the Italian Wedding Cake specialty martini at Thyme.
Steak & Seafood
As the birthplace of the modern shrimping industry, it is no surprise that Amelia Island takes seafood very seriously. Many of our restaurants offer fresh, locally caught seafood, including boatloads of succulent shrimp, crab and much more. Not a seafood fan? Not a problem. A fabulous, delicious steak is never far away.
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