Best Family Restaurants in Sawgrass Country Club

"Barely a year goes by without this local diner chain winning “Best Breakfast in Jax” according to the local newspaper Folio Weekly. Since it arrived in 1992 Metro Diner has gone regional, but the original location is 3302 Hendricks Avenue, in a diner building going back to 1938. There are 30 locations in Florida alone, but you can go to the spot where it all began for an indulgent southern-style breakfast."

"You can work up quite an appetite walking around the streets of Jacksonville, but the good news is that the city has plenty of restaurants to keep you fueled. One of them is Metro Diner. A local hot spot, Metro Diner serves comfort food with all of the fixings."

"254 Vilano Road Dubbed a “personal Caribbean Oasis,” Beaches at Vilano sits away from the main drag with a waterfront view of the Tolomato River. Alongside lots of signature drinks and a gorgeous view of the St. Augustine sunset, Beaches offers Sunset Shrimp Tacos, Seared Tuna Wrap, Peel-n-Eat Shrimp, and Steamed Snow Crab Legs and Clams.www.beachesatvilano.com. Featured image by Kate Gardiner"

"254 Vilano Road Tucked away on the waters edge, Beaches is truly a little vacation spot right in our hometown. Relax and enjoy a ‘no worries’ Caribbean island atmosphere with live music every Friday and Saturday night from 5pm-9pm.www.beachesatvilano.com. Image via San Sebastian Winery"

"Beaches at Vilano is a beach bar and restaurant with a great menu. Dine inside, on the deck, or on the beach."

"Situated in a grove of live oaks on the bank of the Tolomoto River, Aunt Kate’s is perfect for a laid-back waterfront experience. If you want to add to the nautical charm, you can even travel there by boat and tie up at their dock before you dig into some of their delicious food. Continuing over 100 years of serving the finest in local seafood, Aunt Kate’s pleasures both the eye and the palate."

"Maybe it was the meal I had but it seems like this place only has the location going for it. I ordered fish tacos thought it would be an ok choice howeve..."

"At Aunt Kate's guests dine on local seafood favorites in a charming riverside setting just as others have done for over 100 years."

"544-4 Marsh Landing Parkway, Jacksonville Beach, FL904.834.3789Hours: Breakfast served daily from 7am-2:30pm First Watch is our go-to for a healthy breakfast. They offer fresh cold press juices, egg white omlettes and are great about making substitutions to fit your specific needs. Be sure to try the Kale Tonic and Avocado Toast."

"A festive, casual and lively beachfront hot spot, Joe's is a large seafood restaurant and bar frequented by locals. You'll find almost every kind of seafood on the menu as well as burgers, steaks and sandwiches. The patio lets you take in the ocean view and feel the sea breeze while you enjoy your meal or drink."

"In the heart of Jacksonville Beach and right on the Atlantic Ocean, Joe's Crab Shack has crab buckets, steampots, dried favorites, fish tacos and signature drinks along with plenty of indoor and outdoor dining."

"A friendly neighborhood restaurant and pub for 15 years, Harp's is a casual, comfortable food and drink spot for those in the neighborhood. Burgers, sandwiches, wings, and seafood are the staples of the menu. Covered and uncovered outdoor seating, pool tables, and sports on the TV's create a friendly and comfortable atmosphere."

"Cheba Hut is the first Southeast location for this West Coast chain hoping to help visitors and locals ease their munchies."

"Some only dream of cupcakes—others bake it happen, like Sweets by Holly!. A 3x Winner of Food Network’s Cupcake Wars, Holly creates cupcakes, soft serve, cereal cones and cakes for any occasion. The treats created hold a special place in Holly’s heart."

"Muffin compares to Southern Dessert Plate’s ability to serve high quality creations with kindness that makes customers wanting to come back for the cakes and the conversations!. Like other bakeries in Jacksonville, Souther Dessert Plate offers a wide variety of cakes, cookies and small bites in a variety of flavors. Their speciality cakes are not only pleasing on the tastebuds but also pleasing on the eyes!"