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North Beach Bistro
North Beach Bistro is Atlantic Beach's best kept secret. Recently voted one of the top 25 restaurants in Jacksonville Magazine, North Beach Bistro offers something for everyone. We feature a casual yet elegant dining experience. Enjoy a cocktail while sampling our tapas menu in the bar before sitting down to dinner. There are many favorites on our dinner menu including our signature dishes Seafood Bouillabaisse or American Kobe Beef Burger
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64 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 64 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(24)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(32)
- special occasion(30)
- fit for foodies(28)
- romantic(22)
- vibrant bar scene(17)
- good for groups(13)
North Beach Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another great brunch!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was looking forward to the prime rib all week long, and NBB did not disappoint. It was excellent!
NBB has a great approach to brunches for my taste: quality, not quantity. Every dish is tasty and each would easily stand on its own a la carte style.
Service was on the slow side (which is unusual)."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mother's Day Brunch experience
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is the first time going to this restaurant. I took my mom and kids there for Mother's day. It was buffet style . Food was mediocre and service were disappointing.
The buffet selection was limited. It was difficult to get the attention of the waiter in order to order drinks.
I will not return and cannot recommend this overpriced disappointing experience"
The buffet selection was limited. It was difficult to get the attention of the waiter in order to order drinks.
I will not return and cannot recommend this overpriced disappointing experience"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 3 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went here for the 1st time for Mother's Day Brunch and it was amazing!!!!! Loved all the options and the staff was great!!!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always you are treated very special when you walk in. For a Mother's Day brunch there was no long lines or cold food. Everything was wonderful. The wait staff is so attentive. I love this resaurant and even though it is a 45 minute ride for us to come from Julington Creek we will always go there."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service. The staff works
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great service. The staff works very to make your your evening a pleasurable experience."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 6 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This time it was disappointing.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This time it was disappointing. The waiter did not listen to our requests. It is a nice restaurant with a decent menu, but a waiter can make or break the experience."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2010
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Review 7 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
My first visit. Went into
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My first visit. Went into see the singer on Thursday night. Would love to go back. The bartenters were "nice". The singer Jukebox 377 was great. Loved the Ambiance!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was fantastic, both
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was fantastic, both of what I had and my wife had fell apart in our mouths it was so good!! We were very satisfied and will go again."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Hostess was not at station
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Hostess was not at station and we waited several minutes for her to appear. Food was OK. Server was nice but not experienced ... Had a bit of trouble with opening wine bottle. Food was OK - not great, not bad."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 10 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Easter Sunday Brunch was fantastic.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Easter Sunday Brunch was fantastic. I loved the very 1st brunch @ the Bristo! All the food that should have been hot was & whatever the food that was to be served chilled was! It was a great meal to meet with future family...................!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We had Easter brunch there.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had Easter brunch there. The food was good but was way over priced. There were only a handful of choices for $32.95 per person. I am totally willing to pay that or even more for quality food but I felt this fell short. I would be willing to try them again for other meals, but will not go back for brunch."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
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Review 12 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Almost perfect
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Both my wife and I had fish, 2 different dishes. Both were cooked perfectly, moist and tender. We enjoyed the dishes but felt the flavors were OK, not Wow. Presentation was great. Prices were toward the high side, especially for the wine list. While the beer glasses are attractive, the long/tall shape tends to drive too much carbonation out of the beer too quickly so it tastes flat by the time it's half-way gone."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
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Review 14 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Over priced for what we ordered.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Over priced for what we ordered. My wife and I ordered the corned beef and cabbage. The corned beef was good, however the cabbage was not good. It was 1/4 of a head of cabbage whole. It was so tough I had problems cutting it with their steak knife."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 15 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and very obliging
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and very obliging service. Limited wine selection but they will let you take your own bottle for a corkage fee. Next time we will save some room for dessert - we are told the bread pudding is excellent!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very tasty and menu
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very tasty and menu was varied. Service was friendly and helpful. A nice find!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 17 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We booked this based on OpenTable,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We booked this based on OpenTable, and were pleasantly surprised. It was on a rainy Monday night, so was pretty quiet, but the food and the service were both very nice. The menu offered plenty of options. All in all a nice place!"
Dined on 02/25/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food, great service and great decor. Loved it!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
To me there is one thing a
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"To me there is one thing a chef should never mess up and that is shrimp. It only takes 3 minutes tops to cook and more than that it turns to rubber. Unfortunately my shrimp and grits appetizer and main course boillabaise suffered from rubbery shrimp. The grits were dense and chunky which was good because the sauce was watery and flavorless. I was underwhelmed by the Shrimp + Grits. Despite the overcooked shrimp, the boullabaise was outstanding. Rich tomato soup with generous quantities mussels, fish, shrimp, lobster, and squid. The chef's choice soup of duck broth and vegetables was simple but full of flavor."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 20 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"we had a wonderful lobster special cooked to perfection!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This restaurant is probably
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is probably a great local gem. The food seems well thought out and presentation is pleasing. The service, however, cast a negative feeling over our experience. Our server was condescending,making us feel as though we were inexperienced diners, even when we told her we were not. Wanted to try this to perhaps put it in our beach restaurant rotation. Will try one more time, but will be certain not to sit in the same server's area."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Try the Grouper
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our first time here (found it on Open Table) and it was GREAT! Live music on one side with a quieter dining section too. Food and service were both outstanding. We will definitely be back.o"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect for large groups!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our experience at North Beach Bistro was great! We had party of 12 and I really had a hard time finding a place that would take a reservation for such a large group. The food was AMAZING! Everything was perfect. We will definitely pick this spot again for another night out on the town with friends!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 24 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Split The Calimari was great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Split The Calimari was great and Caesar. Fantastic on both. Service was excellent until she took our salads away and then nothing for 30+ minutes. I can't remember going that long between courses. Fortunately we were in great moods so we kind of laughed it off. Also fortunately the entree I ordered was amazing. Tuna soba. It made me forget the wait. My wife had pecan grouper I think and it was pretty good but get the tuna. Better than Roys."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 25 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tuesday is Maine Lobster night!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My companion and I visited on Tuesday for the Maine Lobster specials: Two four-ounce tails for $18 or one for $10. It includes whipped potatoes and vegetables.
I also ordered the Lentil Stew; my companion ordered the Wedge Salad, and we shared the Hazelnut desert.
Everything was well prepared and tasty. The Lentil Stew is especially good."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 26 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went with a group of 6
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went with a group of 6 and were seated at a nice table. We were all able to find items on the menu that we liked, even my two picky vegetarian friends. One person ordered the filet, and he said it was one of the best filets he had ever had. I had the shrimp & grits for an appetizer, and it was very good, although I really loved the other version they had for years. I had the seafood soup, which had lots of seafood and a very tasty broth. My husband had the beef ribs and he said they were very good as well. A very good restaurant that is always pretty consistent with service and food quality. I'm disappointed that they took the whole fried fish off the menu, as that was my favorite."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a great experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great meal, great service. Anissa is a wonderful waitress, always pleasant and helpful with suggestions."
Dined on 01/30/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 28 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Appetizers were the best part
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
"Appetizers were the best part of the meal. Decent wine list. Entrees were disappointing for the price - the bouillabaise lacked flavor, however the Schezuan Ahi Tuna was excellent. Dead atmosphere on a Tuesday night."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2005
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Review 29 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Hidden Secret...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had a wonderful time.. The presentation of the food was excellent! I really enjoyed the dessert. I cant wait to go back again! I will highly recommend it to my family and friends. Thanks for the wonderful experience"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 30 for North Beach Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Calm and food for the soul
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"You can go high end or low brow in this wonderful warm toned establishment. The bar area was playing trivia and you never heard it in the dining area. The open kitchen is quite quiet and a astonishing to watch. The Chef is excellent. If the Crab corn Chowder is on the menu is it a must! Everything in the resturant is FRESH! Homemade and made with love! I had the apple cider brasied pork tenderlion that was fork tender and had leftovers!"
Dined on 01/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for North Beach Bistro
Based on the average of (34) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate