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DINING GUIDE KEY

Average Cost of Entrees

$ - Under $8

$$ - $8-$14

$$$ - $15-$22

$$$$ - $23 and up

The symbols: B/W: Beer, wine only. C/M: Children's menu. F/B: Full bar. R: Reservations. B: Breakfast. L: Lunch. D: Dinner. (F) designates a Folio Weekly distribution point.


Dining Guide Riverside

AJ’S ON PARK STREET (F)

AJ’s is a casual barbecue spot serving smoked St. Louis-style ribs, pulled pork, smoked brisket, seafood and dishes made with a Latin touch. L & D, Mon.-Fri. 630 Park St. 359-0035. $$

 

AL’S PIZZA (F)

Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Beaches. 1620 Margaret St. 388-8384. $

ALPHADOG GRILL (F)

This brand-new fun place in Riverside features gourmet hot dogs — like Ragin’ Cajun (andouille sausage covered in jambalaya) and The Hippie (veggie dog) — and sausages, grilled chicken wraps, soups, salads, appetizers and wings. L & D, daily. BW. 2782 Park St. 374-8715. $

 

BAKERY MODERNE (F)

The neighborhood bakery offers classic pastries, artisanal breads, seasonal favorites, all made from scratch, including popular petit fours and custom cakes. B & L, daily. 869 Stockton St., Ste. 6, Riverside. 389-7117. $

 

CARMINE’S PIE HOUSE (F)

The Italian eatery serves pizza by the slice, gourmet pizzas, appetizers, classic Italian dishes — calzone, stromboli, subs, panini — wings, and microbrews in a casual atmosphere. BW, CM, TO. 2677 Forbes St. 387-1400. $$

 

COOL MOOSE (F)

Classic sandwiches, eclectic wraps and desserts. An extensive gourmet coffee menu with Green Mountain coffees and frozen coffee drinks. B & L, daily. Brunch, Sun. 2708 Park St. 381-4242. $

 

CROSS CREEK

See Springfield. 850 S. Lane Ave. 783-9579. $$

 

EUROPEAN STREET CAFÉ (F)

See San Marco. 2753 Park St. 384-9999. $

 

GATOR’S DOCKSIDE (F)

See Orange Park. 6677 103rd St., Westside, 777-6135. $$

 

GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET (F)

A deli, organic and natural grocery, and juice & smoothie bar offers teas, coffees, gourmet cheeses; natural, organic and raw items. Grab-and-go sandwiches, salads and sides. Craft beers, organic wines. B, L & D, Mon.-Sat.; L, Sun. 2007 Park St. 384-4474. $

 

HJ’S BAR & GRILL

Traditional American fare: burgers, sandwiches, wraps and platters of ribs, shrimp and fish. CM, FB. L & D, Sat. & Sun., D, Mon.-Fri. 8540 Argyle Forest Blvd., Ste. 1. 317-2783. $$

 

HOVAN MEDITERRANEAN GOURMET (F)

Dine inside or on the patio. Mediterranean entrées include lamb, and beef gyros. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 2005-1 Park St. 381-9394. $

 

JOHNNY’S DELI & GRILL (F)

A Riverside tradition, serving 60+ fresh deli and grill items, including hot sandwiches. L, Mon.-Fri. 474 Riverside Ave. 356-8055. $

 

MONROE’S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ

Smoked meats include wings, pulled pork, brisket, turkey and ribs. Homemade-style sides include green beans, baked beans, red cole slaw, collards. BW, CM. L & D, Mon.-Sat. 4838 Highway Ave., 389-5551. $$

 

MOON RIVER PIZZA (F)

Best of Jax 2010 winner. See Amelia Island. 1176 Edgewood Ave. S. 389-4442. $

 

MOSSFIRE GRILL (F)

Southwestern menu with ahi tuna tacos, goat cheese enchiladas and gouda quesadillas. Dine inside or on the patio. FB. L & D, daily. 1537 Margaret St. 355-4434. $$

 

O’BROTHERS IRISH PUB (F)

Innovative Irish fare and traditional faves are offered, like lambburger with Stilton crust, Guinness mac & cheese, Shepherd’s pie and fish-n-chips — plus 18 beers on tap. L, daily except Mon.; D, daily. CM, FB. 1521 Margaret St. 854-9300. $$

 

PERARD’S PIZZA & ITALIAN CUISINE (F)

Traditional Italian fare is prepared with fresh sauces and dough made from scratch daily, along with a large selection of gourmet pizza toppings. CM, BW. L & D, daily. 11043 Crystal Springs Rd., Ste. 2. 378-8131. $

 

PERFECT RACK BILLIARDS (F)

Upscale billiards hall has burgers, steak, deli sandwiches, wings. Family-friendly, non-smoking. BW, CM. L & D, daily. 1186 Edgewood Ave. S., Murray Hill. 738-7645. $

 

PIZZA PALACE ON THE PARK (F)

See San Marco. Outdoor seating. 920 Margaret St., 5 Points. 598-1212. $$

 

SAKE HOUSE (F)

Japanese grill and sushi bar features sushi, sashimi, katsu, tempura, hibachi and specialty rolls. CM, BW, sake. L & D, daily. 824 Lomax St. 301-1188. $$

 

SUMO SUSHI (F)

Authentic Japanese fare, traditional to entrees and sushi rolls, spicy sashimi salad, gyoza (pork dumpling), tobiko (flying fish roe), Rainbow roll (tuna, salmon, yellowtail, Calif. roll). BW, CM. L & D, daily. 2726 Park St. 388-8838. $$

 

TASTI D-LITE

Health-conscious desserts include smoothies, shakes, sundaes, cakes and pies, made with fresh ingredients with fewer calories and less fat. More than 100 flavors. Open daily. 1024 Park St. 900-3040. $

 

TWO DOORS DOWN (F)

Former Tad’s owner offers traditional faves: hotcakes, omelets, burgers, pork chops, liver & onions, fried chicken, sides and desserts. CM, TO. B & L, Mon.-Fri. 436 Park St. 598-0032. $

 

WALKERS

This nightspot has a tapas menu plus a wide variety of wines, served in a rustic, intimate atmosphere. BW. Tue.-Sat. 2692 Post St. 894-7465. $

 

WASABI JAPANESE BUFFET (F)

AYCE buffet. Sushi bar, sashimi, hibachi, teriyaki, tempura, steak, seafood. BW. L & D, daily. 1014 Margaret St., Ste. 1, 5 Points. 301-1199. $

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