Our
story.

Sandollar Restaurant has served as Jacksonville's riverfront table since 1954, perched on the banks of the St. Johns River where cargo ships and cruise vessels glide past the railing. What began as a humble seafood shack has grown into a coastal fine-dining destination, yet the spirit remains the same: fresh seafood, warm hospitality, and a front-row seat to the working river.

Our kitchen leans on the Gulf and the Atlantic — oysters on the half shell, cedar-board salmon, and seasonal catches brought in by local boats — paired with a careful list of wines and coastal pours. The dining room and open deck flex from quiet weeknight dinners to lively celebrations, and our team plans private events from rehearsal dinners to holiday parties against the backdrop of the river at golden hour.

Sandollar is built and run by a small Jacksonville team who love the water and the people who gather beside it. This website is the digital extension of that hospitality — a place to explore the menu, discover live music and events, watch the ships pass, and reserve a table by the water. It is built for locals and travelers alike, and maintained by the Sandollar team using the Base44 platform. Whether you are a regular or just passing through, we would love to host you.