ARLINGTON. Arielle's doubles as a fine dining experience and a popular networking place for young professionals. The wide open plan of the main dining room allows tables to be positioned so that you can see the stage (and easily access the hardwood dance floor from wherever you sit), allowing your party to fully enjoy the night's entertainment, whether it's stand-up comedy, poetry, live jazz or a DJ mixing hot dance numbers. As for the fare, Arielle's kitchen serves up delicious versions of seafood bisque, grilled and broiled fish, lobster tail and even certified Black Angus steaks.

AVONDALE. Tantalizing dishes grace the menu at this popular establishment. Whether you have an enjoyable lunch in mind or a casual business dinner, Biscotti's won't let you down. If your stomach is already rumbling before you finish reading the starters, wait until you see the entrees. How do flank steak sandwiches, honey glazed salmon BLTs, large fresh salads and unique gourmet pizzas sound? Make sure you head to Biscotti's early, because they don't accept reservations and tables tend to fill quickly.

SOUTH JACKSONVILLE. Located in Julington Creek Plantation, Cobblestones combines a pleasantly casual atmosphere and modest prices, resulting in one of the area's most attractive outing options. First and foremost is the wine cellar, which features some 1000 bottles ­ an impressive sight to behold. Dinner menu highlights include seared Florida grouper, Mandarin steak and shrimp, and seafood manicotti. Sunday brunch, meanwhile, impresses with ditties like Vidalia onion soup, shrimp frittata and crab cake sandwich, all served with hashbrowns, fruit and a muffin.

BAYMEADOWS. Thanks to the ever-changing menu selections provided by this coffee shop, you never know what to expect. One constant, however, is that anything you choose is certain to be superb! Flaky pastries, just-baked muffins and scones all complement the variety of freshly brewed coffees. Casual attire.

JAX BEACH. Well worth the drive out to the beach, this attractive New American features a lovely garden patio, tables simply appointed with white linens and fresh-cut flowers, black booths, and a custom-made bar. Dinner mains include savory renditions of Muscovy duck breast, black grouper and shrimp gnocchi. Sunday brunch, meanwhile, is a three-course prix fixe ($25) that allows patrons to sample dandies like pecan-crusted French toast, tilapia Francaise and cedar-planked salmon.