City Grille and Raw Bar: Date Night Jacksonville 
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Jennifer Jensen
2d ago
Although still somewhat new to Jacksonville, City Grille and Raw Bar is garnering a lot of praise and attention. And rightfully so. The restaurant is located on the Southbank in downtown and is the perfect spot for a date night. The restaurant was opened by the owners of Eleven South in Jacksonville Beach.     Ambiance:  City Grille and Raw Bar looks like an old steakhouse with updated flair. It is definitely more of an upscale dining experience. While you are waiting for a table, you can pull up to the main bar, which includes the raw bar and Alley Cat Lounge. Or you ..read more
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Mixed Fillings Pie Shop: Desserts in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Shannon Beckham
2w ago
Located in the historic 5 points area of Jacksonville is a little pie company that’s serving up big taste. Mixed Fillings Pie Shop has become known as one of the top spots in North Florida for dessert. It’s also one of our favorite spots to eat like a local here in Jacksonville. Whether you’re ordering for a special occasion, or pop in because you’re craving a delicious treat, you’re sure to be blown away by what Mixed Fillings has to offer. Flavors at Mixed Fillings Pie Shop One of the things that keeps us coming back to Mixed Fillings over and over again are their pie flavors. They do sell s ..read more
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Sweet Talk: Why Families Love Sweet Pete’s Candy Shop
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Callie Knorr
3w ago
Between the concrete buildings of downtown is Jacksonville’s sweetest spot, Sweet Pete’s Candy Shop. Don’t let the name confuse you as the mansion is also home to more than just candy, including an ice cream parlor, soda shop, and full service restaurant, proving to be a one stop shop for breakfast, lunch, and dessert. The sugar rush will fuel you through all three floors of the 1903 mansion and all there is to see, smell, and of course, taste at Sweet Pete‘s. Offering glimpses into the factory, candy making classes, and event space, Sweet Pete’s has a treat for everyone, even those without a ..read more
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Florida Springs Day Trips from Jacksonville
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Jacksonville Beach Moms
3w ago
Did you know that there are several natural Florida Springs not far from Jacksonville? You can hop in the car and spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and keeping cool? Whether you’re looking for mermaids and want to do a little kayaking or just splash around in a clear, cool swimming hole, we’ve got a round-up of all the family friendly springs you should plan to visit this summer. Don’t forget, day trips to the springs isn’t just for the summer, in the winter you can visit many of the springs near Jacksonville and see manatees. Not sure where to start when planning your next adventure to the ..read more
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De Leon Springs State Park & Old Spanish Sugar Mill
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Melody Coarsey
3w ago
If you are looking for a fun family springs day trip from Jacksonville, I highly suggest making the little over one-hour trip to De Leon Springs State Park. One of Florida’s State Parks, De Leon Springs has easy hiking trails, a beautiful spring and even a boat tour. Enjoy Pancakes at The Old Sugar Mill Pancake House Plan to get there early and eat breakfast at The Old Sugar Mill Pancake House. Put your name in for amazing pancakes that you cook at your table. While you wait, explore the visitor’s center or let your kids play on the playground nearby. A small old mill, this restaurant doesn’t ..read more
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Juniper Springs: Florida Springs Day Trip
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Jillian Gishler
3w ago
On a recent stay in the Ocala National Forest, my family and I spent a day exploring J​uniper Springs Recreation Area​. From Jacksonville, Juniper is just under two hours away and would make a perfect summer day trip destination. You can Swim at Juniper Springs Juniper Springs is a natural, crystal clear pool in the middle of the forest. The swimming area is not very big, but it is deep. We were lucky that it was not crowded when we arrived first thing in the morning. We set up at a picnic table close to the swimming hole and put our floats in the water. No matter how many springs I’ve visited ..read more
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Salt Springs Swimming & Snorkeling
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Jillian Gishler
3w ago
One Florida spring that my family and I keep returning to is ​Salt Springs​. Located in the Ocala National Forest, it’s a short and scenic hour and a half drive away from Jacksonville and makes the perfect summer day trip. Salt Springs Recreation Area is currently my nine-year-old daughter’s favorite spring that we have explored. Plan a Visit to Salt Springs Our family likes to visit springs during the week, and early in the day. For us, every visit to Salt Springs has resulted in very light crowds. In fact, our last visit we were the only ones swimming in this massive swimming hole. The ..read more
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Alexander Springs: Florida Springs Day Trip
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Jillian Gishler
3w ago
Alexander Springs Recreation Area​ is located in the Ocala National Forest and ​has everything a family needs for a day of fun in the sun. There are hiking trails, swimming, snorkeling, canoeing, picnicking, and more waiting to be explored. It’s the perfect spot for a summer day trip from Jacksonville. Alexander Springs is a Spectacular First Magnitude Florida Spring First magnitude springs are classified as the largest springs and discharge at least 64.6 million gallons of water per day. Alexander Springs pumps out 70 million gallons a day! The Swimming area at Alexander Springs is ..read more
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Homosassa Springs: Florida State Park
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Jillian Gishler
3w ago
Looking for a guaranteed manatee sighting?​ Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park​ is just the place! Located along Florida’s Nature Coast this state park is absolutely worth a visit. Homosassa Springs State Park serves as a rehabilitation and refuge center for injured manatees as well as other Florida wildlife. It’s on of our favorite parks to visit in the winter when the manatees make their way into the warm spring water. Getting to Homosassa Springs State Park When you enter Homosassa Springs you’ll have the option of taking the tram or a boat ride to the main park ..read more
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Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
Jacksonville Beach Moms
by Jillian Gishler
3w ago
My family has a long list of Florida springs we want to visit. We also have a shortlist of springs we keep returning to because we love them so much. ​Weeki Wachee Springs​ is one of those springs on the shortlist. Since we first made the trip four summers ago we have returned every summer since. Read along to find out why this place has found a permanent spot on our summer bucket list. Weeki Wachee Springs is the home of Real Mermaids We first wanted to visit Weeki Wachee because of my daughter’s obsession with mermaids. Mermaids have been performing an underwater theater show since ..read more
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