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"Chef Dennis Chan’s restaurant was a Southside Boulevard landmark for more than 15 years. No doubt he’s hoping for similar longevity and success with a striking new Blue Bamboo rising in Mandarin. The new, larger space will feature Chan’s classics—vegetable spring rolls, hoisin chicken lettuce wraps, sweet and sour chicken and basil-miso salmon."

"Blue Bamboo is a unique name for a restaurant and it shows on their menu. The place is known for its Asian fusion dishes which feel both traditional and modern. The chef, and owner of the restaurant, had extensive culinary training before opening his restaurant and every single dish on the menu is well designed and carefully crafted."

"Owner and Chef Dennis Chan is not new to the Jacksonville food industry. His original Blue Bamboo location on  Southside Blvd served the community of nearly 15 years. With the goal of opening his “dream location,” Chef Chan started off 2021 by opening his new Blue Bamboo Canton Bistro location in Mandarin."

"Executive chef Charles Wang takes diners on a global journey of sorts with an expansive menu of upscale eats. Think curry beef empanadas, seafood gumbo, pan-seared Ahi tuna, tea-smoked duck breast, grilled salmon and lobster ravioli. A stylish exterior is made more special by an elegant interior, something not particularly common in the Fruit Cove area."

"The cuisine at Blackstone Grille, as directed by head chef Charles Wang. is described as ‘modern American fusion’. It may not be a familiar concept, but in practice nobody’s complaining."

"A truly classic steakhouse possess a clubby and welcoming vibe. One expect fine food but its the simple extras like heavy linen napkins, stylish but sturdy tables and chairs, a full bar and sharp interior design will set it apart. Such is the case at Chophouse 13, a Mandarin landmark for five decades."

"Whitey’s is a rambling restaurant that features a half-dozen different options at which to pull up a chair and indulge in something from its enormous menu. The Fleming Island landmark has covered seating overlooking the water and a small marina. The place is almost no-shirt, no-shoes casual (almost but not quite), which is exactly what draws crowds and boats from across Jax."

"Or, if you’re on the other side of the river, you can drop anchor or set up housekeeping at Whitey’s Fish Camp on Swimming Pen Creek in Fleming Island. In addition to a full-service bait and tackle shop, complete with boat ramp, docks and boat rentals, Whitey’s owners—children of founders Whitey and Ann Ham—included a 44-site RV park."

"Chef Dennis Chan’s restaurant was a Southside Boulevard landmark for more than 15 years. No doubt he’s hoping for similar longevity and success with a striking new Blue Bamboo rising in Mandarin. The new, larger space will feature Chan’s classics—vegetable spring rolls, hoisin chicken lettuce wraps, sweet and sour chicken and basil-miso salmon."

"Blue Bamboo is a unique name for a restaurant and it shows on their menu. The place is known for its Asian fusion dishes which feel both traditional and modern. The chef, and owner of the restaurant, had extensive culinary training before opening his restaurant and every single dish on the menu is well designed and carefully crafted."

"Owner and Chef Dennis Chan is not new to the Jacksonville food industry. His original Blue Bamboo location on  Southside Blvd served the community of nearly 15 years. With the goal of opening his “dream location,” Chef Chan started off 2021 by opening his new Blue Bamboo Canton Bistro location in Mandarin."

"A truly classic steakhouse possess a clubby and welcoming vibe. One expect fine food but its the simple extras like heavy linen napkins, stylish but sturdy tables and chairs, a full bar and sharp interior design will set it apart. Such is the case at Chophouse 13, a Mandarin landmark for five decades."

"This Salon & Spa is another Jacksonville local favorite and they offer a variety of services like Beauty, Hair, Nail, Massage, and so much more. If you are looking to have a full-on girls day, check out their packages. All packages come with a complimentary glass of wine and an add-on lunch option!"

"And even the interior of the Old St. Augustine Road restaurant is fairly underwhelming. However, it’s the food you visit Peony for, and you should do it often. The staff is quick to smile and offer help when perusing the dozens of options ranging from marinated flank steak in orange sauce to sautéed frog legs with onion and bell peppers."

"Peony Asian Bistro, a Chinese and Asian fusion spot in Southwood, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 275 Yelp reviews. Head over to 10586 Old St. Augustine Road to see for yourself."

"Next up is the Peony Asian Bistro, situated at 10586 Old St. Augustine Road. With 4.5 stars out of 297 reviews on Yelp, the Chinese and Asian fusion spot has proved to be a local favorite."