Matthew's Restaurant

Cary Bonetti Garcia

8 months ago

I went there solo because my son and daughter in law got sick. From the moment I walked in I was warmly welcomed and put at easy as I was a bit nervous. I'm sorry that I don't remember my waiter's name. He was so kind and professional and very helpful. He helped me pair my experience with an awesome wine, taking into consideration that I was driving back. I loved that I did not felt pushed to make a decision either way. The wine that he gave me to taste was good, but the Chablis made it all work. Nice, not too dry just perfect. The food outstanding, and the ambiance great. The couple that sat to my right were celebrating 14 year anniversary and the couple to my left I believe it was 4 or so. They even sang me happy birthday along with my waiter, I so wished I remember his name. He has glasses and a nice beard, and a warm and awesome smile. Love the open kitchen concept. I do have to come back for the chef bar experience. I'd love to sit right at the bar and see all that goes on. A very wonderful birthday 🎂.

Johnny

11 months ago

We were very blown away by the entire experience from start to finish. The valet opened our car door and said Welcome and Happy Birthday Audra. I still have no idea how he knew who we were? Then we proceeded to order the Chefs 6 course dinner with wine pairings. It was masterfully executed. Every course was amazing. Perfectly balanced and delicious! I am very picky and quick to point out errors. But Matthew’s absolutely blew me away! This was the best dining experience I’ve ever had in North Florida. Salute to the Chef, the server and the entire staff. Well done my friends. You’ve earned a loyal follower. Whenever I have a special occasion, Matthew’s is where I will be! Wow! Our server was fantastic. Forgive me but I think his name was Ryan. My receipt says Porter. I’m not sure. But the entire team was very professional and on point! Great job guys! Thank you for such a special night that we will never forget! Bravo! 5 stars!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Deyanira Borbon

5 months ago

LOVED the atmosphere, the food was amazing my favorites were the escargot and the key lime for deserts.The fish was also delicious. You CAN'T go wrong with any of the dishes.

Alyssa K.

9 months ago

**beef was not a part of tasting menu** The service was impeccable, this was not our first time there, it has exceeded our expectations as always. We missed the tasting menu the first time we went, and we vowed to go back after a great experience. This time, we went and had the tasting menu… It was not exactly as expected. However, Our server, Matt, we joked with him that he must’ve just got hired because of his name… Was a dream. Matt was tuned into our experience from the beginning and did his thorough job of ensuring we were happy at every step, We almost had to say nothing for him to understand us. He brought Amanda in, the manager when we were a tad bit less than satisfied from the menu and she brought our expectations to another level. Thank you so much Amanda and Matt, you all made our experience unforgettable, on an unforgettable night

Jeff Ross

3 months ago

We went for dinner, with a reservation, on a Friday evening to celebrate my wife’s birthday. We were seated promptly when we arrived, a little early. The ambiance is pleasant, if slightly noisy. A small table was brought for my wife to place her purse, which is a nice touch. The service staff were impeccable the entire night, and explained the menu, made recommendations, and took out drink order while we decided what we would like for dinner. Water and a fresh bread selection was served. Drinks came (delicious!) and we placed our order. We had an appetizer course, dinner course and dessert. Everything we ordered was a tastebud delight. The entire evening was flawless; food, service and enjoyment. Best restaurant experience I have had in many years. I highly recommend Matthew’s Restaurant!

Natalie Oren

9 months ago

We came here for dinner to celebrate my graduation and the staff went above and beyond to commemorate our occasion. Upon arriving, the valet and host congratulated me. Cricket had designed a beautiful bouquet, as well as the personal touches on the menu and dessert. Staff was always nearby to prepare for the next course and ask for anything we needed. The food was outstanding! I was worried about small portions, but everything was just right. 10/10 would recommend!

Lise Dabney

8 months ago

Matthews is an upscale restaurant in the San Marco area next to Publix. They offer valet parking. Reservations are required. Dress is business casual. They have a bar. The menu offers a wide variety of high-quality beef, fish, seafood and duck. The presentation of the food is of the quality that you would expect of an upscale restaurant. The service was professional and not intrusive. Overall I would give it a 10 out of 10. My favorite dish was the homemade pasta and a light sauce with shredded crab meat. It made me think I was back in Italy. The portion sizes are perfect. I skipped the dessert and had a White Russian.

DJ

7 months ago

This was our first visit and we were very impressed. This was the best dining experience of any restaurant I’ve been to in Jacksonville. Service from Ryan and Jonathan 10/10. Second courses: Escargot 10/10 - Incredible Tomato Corn Bisque 8/10 - Perfect, but flavor profile is strong. Entrees: Catch of the day 10/10 - was Chilean sea bass. The most perfectly cooked fish we’ve ever had. It was essentially a giant scallop. Pork Chop 7/10 - Very good, carrots were incredible,but I’d try something else next time. Sides: Peppers 7/10. They were good but wouldn’t get again Truffle fries 9/10. A very large portion even for two people. Drinks 10/10. Reasonably priced and delicious. If you have the budget to splurge on a dinner this is the place to go. Under $200 for two drinks, two courses each and dessert.

Ashleigh Greco

3 months ago

A Flawless Early Valentine’s Celebration at Matthew’s My husband and I decided to celebrate Valentine’s Day a little early this year to skip the holiday crowds and noise, and it was the best decision we could have made. We treated ourselves to the 8-course Chef’s Table with the added wine pairing, and every second of the experience was sheer magic. The Perfect Start We began with cocktails that were works of art. I had the "Purple Reign," which was strikingly beautiful and had a wonderful, frothy texture. My husband’s Four Peppers Margarita was a spicy, delicious masterpiece—not for the faint of heart, but absolutely worth it. Expertise & Atmosphere The service truly elevated the night. Preston was incredibly knowledgeable, guiding us through the food and wine pairings with a level of detail that made the meal feel like a curated journey. Zion, the Sous Chef, was also a highlight of our evening; his passion for his creations is clear, and he was such an entertaining and joyful person to chat with. The Culinary Journey As this was my husband’s first Chef's Table experience (and my second), we were ready to be adventurous. The Classics: The Beef and Tuna Tartare were incredibly refreshing and light. The Surprises: I was initially intimidated by the Octopus, but Preston assured us it was cooked to perfectio, and he was right. The Standout: I was honestly a bit "scary" to try the Escargot, but it ended up being my absolute favorite dish of the night! The Mains: Both the Duck and the Lamb were executed to perfection, rounding out a flawless progression of flavors. Final Thoughts If you want an intimate, world-class dining experience without the chaos of a holiday rush, I cannot recommend the Chef’s Table at Matthew’s enough. Thank you to the entire team for making our early Valentine’s Day so memorable. We’ll be dreaming of that escargot for a long time!

Niki Suggs

4 months ago

This is one of my favorite places to eat. I can't recommend it enough. We have done the chef tasting menu four times and we are never disappointed. I can't say enough about our server Peter. He is absolutely fabulous. I told him I was going to rave about him on my review so here it is. He knew his menu, his wine selections and went above and beyond to make sure I had a perfect birthday celebration. Of all the service I have had he will by far be one of my most memorable. Thank you for keeping a smile on my face the entire evening, and that's not just the wine and bourbon talking. We truly loved this whole experience. The food was amazing, the restaurant is beautiful and service was top notch.