Downtown Entertainment
JACKSONVILLE NIGHTLIFE, CLUBS, & BARS
Jacksonville's nightlife is thriving and abounds with high energy dance clubs, quaint wine bars, and chic lounges - all located just outside the doorstep of our Downtown Jacksonville hotel.
TWISTED MARTINI
0.47 miles away via Skyway or Water Taxi at 2 Independent Drive | 904.353.TINI | thetwistedmartini.com | $ - $$$
Twisted Martini at the Jacksonville Landing is an upscale entertainment, dancing, and dining venue with South Beach sophistication on the St. Johns River. It is the place to see and be seen.
MAVERICK’S
With Maverick’s Rock N’ Honky Tonk & Miss Ellies Bordello comes a touch of class to the country western scene. Complete with two levels, balconies, wrap around bars, wooden floors, and private VIP lounges…and no western bar would be whole without a mechanical bull and 2nd floor bordello. Maverick’s truly is the “Rock N’ Honky Tonk” of the South!
MARK’S
0.47 miles away via Water Taxi at 315 East Bay Street | 904.355.5099 | marksjax.com | $ - $$$
Mark’s, a full service bar, lounge, and dance club is the newest addition to the growing nightlife scene in Downtown Jacksonville. Mark’s offers an intimate setting with an eclectic and stimulating array of lounge, pop, funk, and dance. Mark’s features funky modern and retro design and is housed in a former warehouse. Mark’s is a neighborhood lounge with a dash of dance club style.
DIVE BAR
0.47 miles away via Water Taxi at 331 East Bay Street | 904.359.9090 | www.divebarjax.com | $ - $$
Dive Bar is Downtown Jacksonvilles only Retro Bar with DJ's spinning the best in Top 40’s, Rock & Dance. The groovy-mod atmosphere makes Dive Bar a local favorite for fun.
THE IVY
As Jacksonville’s Ultra Bar, The Ivy is a perfect blend of trendy dance clubs and cozy local bars from around the corner. Being completely customer service driven, The Ivy is dedicated to providing an entertainment experience.
DOS GATOS
.47 miles away at 123 E. Forsyth Street | 904.354.0666 | www.dosgatosjax.com | $ - $$$
Downtown Jacksonville's newest cocktail lounge is swank, unpretentious, and sassy.
LIT
0.47 miles away via Water Taxi at 11 N. Ocean Street | 904.359.0051 | www.litdowntown.com| $$ - $$$
Lit can be best described as an intimate nightclub. Lit has quickly become a must-go destination for those who love great cocktails, music, dancing, and a high quality nightlife experience – all with an incredible city-chic ambiance.
TSI DISCOTHEQUE
0.47 miles away via Water Taxi at 333 East Bay Street | 904.424.3531 | www.clubtsi.com | $ - $$
TSI is Jacksonville’s premiere indie night club. Situated at a prime location in Downtown, Club TSI Discotheque is quite a chic venue for the nocturnal kinds who fancy a high-spirited-night. The club provides a great nightlife by presenting the customers with great music, extended wine bars, a good dance floor, and billiard tables. Also, the good news for all those lovebirds out there is, TSI has several nooks and private areas for conversation.
THE GROTTO
1.2 mile away at 2012 San Maro Blvd. | 904.398.0726 | grottowine.com | $ - $$$
The Grotto's passion for wine is rivaled only by its atmosphere of an old wine cellar in the heart of an Italian piazza. The Grotto has been a staple in the Jacksonville wine bar scene for years.
SQUARE ONE
1.2 mile away at 1974 San Marco Blvd. | 904.306.9004 | squareonejax.com | $ - $$
The trendy Square One is located in the heart of the hip and historic San Marco Square. Locals flock to this quaint lounge for its full bar, relaxed atmosphere, and live bands during the weekends.
ONYX
0.59 miles away at 1440 San Marco Blvd. 904.398.3660 | www.bistrox.com | $$ - $$$
If atmosphere is any indication of inspiration, the décor is guaranteed to inspire all who sip at Onyx. Onyx, located at Bistro Aix in San Marco, is known for its fabulous weekday L'Heure du Cocktail from 4 - 7 p.m., perfect for the networking after-work crowd. Appetizers and dinner are available from Bistro Aix.
ENDO EXO
0.47 miles away via Skyway at 1224 Kings Avenue | 904.396.7733 | $ - $$$
Endo Exo (Inside/Outside) is a cosmopolitan, South Beach club featuring two stages and several VIP areas.
WALKERS WINE BAR
Jacksonville’s newest hotspot for wine, champagne, and chic ambiance. This quaint wine bar offers a comfortable atmosphere and friendly service for the curious or experienced connoisseur.
THE LOFT
In addition to being Jacksonville’s newest hotspot, The Loft is the premier lounge in the King Street District of Riverside - located just across from Walkers, Kickbacks, and Park Place. Patrons flock to The Loft for its friendly service, neighborhood atmosphere, and a hip, organic ambiance.
METRO
2.7 miles away at 2929 Plum Street | 904.388.8719 | metrojax.com | $ - $$
For over 17 years Metro has been the centerpiece of Jacksonville’s dance club scene. This one of a kind nightclub experience plays host to many of the nation's best female impersonators and features a total of seven different bars and venues to choose from. Metro is consistently voted #1 by readers of Out in the City and Folio Weekly as Jacksonville’s favorite gay and lesbian night club – where all are welcome.
LONDON BRIDGE
.4 miles away at 100 E. Adams Street | 904.359.0001| | $
This British pub includes a large selection of drafts and features live bands, pool tables, and open mic night on Tuesdays.
THE PEARL
2 miles away at 1101 N. Main Street | 904.791.4449 | $ - $$
With its "enchanted forest" theme, The Pearl is a local hipster hang-out featuring a full bar, live bands, and DJ's spinning in to the late hours.
CUBA LIBRE
3 miles away at 2578 Atlantic Boulevard | 904.399.0609 | $ - $$
Latin DJ's spin salsa and merengue music with dance lessons every Thursday! Cuba Libre is located next to Havana-Jax, featuring authentic Cuban cuisine.
BURRITO GALLERY & BAR
1 mile away at 21 E. Adams Street | 904.598.2922 | $ - $$
An eclectic Burrito restaurant featuring local art, live music, DJ's, a full bar, and outdoor patio with its second bar.
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