Dining

From fresh-off-the-boat shrimp to craft cocktails, Fernandina Beach serves up unforgettable flavors.

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🦐 Seafood

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Seafood Casual

Timoti's Seafood Shak

No-frills, counter-service seafood shack with freshest fish tacos and po'boys on the island.

📍 21 N 3rd St 💵 $
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Seafood Fine Dining

Verandah Restaurant

Elegant seafood and Southern cuisine at the historic Florida House Inn.

📍 22 S 3rd St 💵 $$$

🍸 Bars & Nightlife

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Dive Bar Local

Green Turtle Tavern

Local favorite with cold beer, pool tables, and laid-back island vibe.

📍 14 S 3rd St 💵 $

🍽️ Restaurants

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Fine Dining Wine Bar

The Decantery

Sophisticated wine bar with elevated small plates and an extensive wine list.

📍 Centre Street 💵 $$$
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American Brunch

29 South

Farm-to-table American cuisine in a sophisticated downtown setting.

📍 29 S 3rd St 💵 $$$
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Italian Pasta

Luca's Ristorante

Authentic Italian cuisine with homemade pasta and wood-fired pizza.

📍 4 N 2nd St 💵 $$$

☕ Coffee & Bakeries

Coffee Local Roaster

Amelia Island Coffee

Local roaster with a cozy downtown location. Fresh-roasted beans daily.

📍 207 Centre St 💵 $
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Bakery French

Café Karibo

European-style café with fresh pastries, sandwiches, and excellent coffee.

📍 27 N 3rd St 💵 $

🍔 Casual Eats

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Burgers American

T-Ray's Burger Station

Old-school burger joint in a converted gas station. Juicy burgers and milkshakes.

📍 202 S 8th St 💵 $
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BBQ Southern

Gilbert's Underground Kitchen

Smoked meats, Southern sides, and homestyle cooking. Lines for a reason.

📍 S 8th St 💵 $

🍽️ Dining Tips

Make Reservations

Popular spots fill up fast, especially on weekends.

Shrimp Season

May-December is peak for local wild-caught shrimp.

Happy Hours

Many downtown spots offer great deals 4-6 PM.

Cash Tip

Some smaller spots are cash-only. ATMs downtown.