SoNapa Grille

About

The secret of SoNapa Grille is in the name, which is a tip of the hat to California's Sonoma County and Napa Valley wine regions. While it began as a wine-tasting club, SoNapa Grille has become a popular dining option in Jacksonville.

Your dining experience can best be summed up by the website's motto: "Taste. Toast. Together." Here, you can sip exquisite California wines paired with chef-inspired cuisine that, like wine, must be savored to be enjoyed.

The founders of SoNapa Grille, no doubt passionate about California wine, are equally passionate about friendships and savory fare. They add that the best way to sum up dining at the eatery is that it's more of a lifestyle than a restaurant. Here, you celebrate camaraderie, delicious cuisine, and delightful conversation.

SoNapa Grille's menu features fresh seafood and hearty meats, each prepared with intention. Sustainable practices are central to its philosophy, which prioritizes farm-to-table freshness.

The restaurant's central location makes it easy to visit local landmarks like Atlantic Beach followed by a delightful meal at SoNapa Grille. Like California, the vibe is casual while exuding an upscale decor. Don't equate this with snobbery or pretentiousness. Instead, picture an atmosphere with a friendly mood, making for a memorable dining experience.

Vibe

The exterior of SoNapa Grille welcomes you with a modern yet warm aesthetic. The building features a mix of wood and sleek glass accents, reflecting Jacksonville's contemporary vibe.

The interior's wood decor, tables, and flooring set the tone for a romantic evening or special dinner after a game at the Jacksonville Beach Golf Club. But the elegance is subtle, and it would also appeal to families or groups out for a fun night on the town.

The bar is suitable for solo diners or those wanting a place to watch the game on the flatscreen TVs while enjoying drinks and chef-crafted fare.

Unlike many fine dining establishments, where conversations are a whisper, the atmosphere at SoNapa Grille is jovial and lively. Laughter and stories flow like wine to create a communal atmosphere where dining is a celebration.

SoNapa Grille: Menu & Drinks

The menu is a fusion of East and West Coast cuisines with a few twists, making it one of the best dining options in Jacksonville.

Kick off your meal with an appetizer like the Korean BBQ Ribs! The meat is tender and moist, seasoned with sesame seeds and green onions. The ribs are served with Korean street fries and are a favorite with guests.

For a healthy option, select any of their outstanding salads. One favorite is the Dutton Ranch Apple Chicken, which features mixed greens, grilled chicken, dried cranberries, roasted pecans, blue cheese, and apple vinaigrette. The "Choose Two" option lets you combine soup, salad, or flatbreads for a meal uniquely yours.

Speaking of flatbreads, SoNapa features standouts that reflect its California roots. One example is the Central Valley, which features Mission figs, prosciutto, goat cheese, caramelized onions, arugula, and balsamic reduction.

Regarding entrees, the Mushroom & Cabernet Meatloaf is not your mom's special! This comfort food centers around Kobe beef and pork blended with spices and covered in a portobello mushroom and cabernet sauce. The meatloaf comes with white cheddar scalloped potatoes, making it a hearty meal after a day at Thompson Surf School.

Other notables are the SoNapa Smash Burger, the Sonoma Style Chicken, and the Highway 29 Famous Pork Chop. Add in the Thai Coconut Curry Mixed Grill, and you can easily see how diverse the menu is.

When you are ready to toast your adventures at Bird Island Park, the wine selection at SoNapa Grille will amaze you! And if you prefer a craft cocktail, the mixologists can fashion anything you crave.

Dining at SoNapa Grille offers California wines, chef-inspired cuisine, and a relaxing atmosphere where you can "taste, toast, together" on your Jacksonville Beach getaway.

Local Tips

The Little Grapes menu for kids makes it family-friendly.
Happy Hour is from 4-6 PM and offers killer food and drink deals.
Check their website for events at the restaurant and Jacksonville.
The Wine Club offers deals on Cali wines and dinner discounts.
Join the Vineyard Rewards to earn points and discounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a recommended one-day itinerary in Jacksonville Beaches?

Start the day off along 3rd St. at Jax Beach Brunch Haus for everything from basic breakfast favorites to hearty brunch options and tasty brunch-tails that go way beyond mere mimosas. From JBBH it’s a short hop over to the Jacksonville Beach Golf Course for those looking to spend a day on the greens.

On the north side of 3rd St., step into Maple Street Biscuit Co. for coffee and their self-proclaimed biscuits that wow. After breakfast, walk to Jacksonville Beach’s extended pier. Enjoy a stroll out over the Atlantic Ocean, or watch anglers casting their fishing lines. This is a great way to enjoy fishing in the area, especially if you don’t have enough time to go out on a boat. If surfing is more your style, be sure to hit the waves. Atlantic Beach to the north is more apt for novice surfers, while swells near the Jacksonville Beach Pier can be more challenging as this is the area’s high-tide break.

For lunch, savor the region’s fresh seafood as restaurants in Jacksonville and across the First Coast proudly serve fresh Mayport shrimp. Take in the view at Dockside Seafood restaurant to satisfy your shrimp cravings. Or, try Palm Valley Fish Camp in Ponte Vedra south of Jacksonville Beach after visiting the famed TPC Sawgrass golf course.

Many people who visit Jacksonville Beach are simply asking, where can I go to relax? Consider Neptune Beach to the north, a less crowded beach with calmer waves and plenty of space to spread out. A stroll through Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park is also a calm way to spend the day. If visiting downtown Jacksonville, the Riverwalk along St. John’s River provides ample walking space and benches to relax on while enjoying the view.

Wrap up the evening in Jacksonville Beach with the warm and elegant setting of Eleven South. This award-winning restaurant provides an exquisite fine dining experience to top off your day. For more casual fare, stop by TacoLu for fresh baja tacos and tequila with the essence of Florida.

Why is Jacksonville known as the First Coast?

People often refer to this part of northern Florida hugging the Atlantic Ocean as the “First Coast” (sometimes called the “Historic Coast”). Today, the First Coast moniker has come to represent it as the first coast in Florida that tourists visit when traveling southbound along the Atlantic seaboard. The name initially represented this area as the first part of Florida colonized by Europeans in the 16th century. Both the French and the Spanish settled into this part of northern Florida on lands of the Mocama and the Timucua. Further down the coast, St. Augustine was Florida’s first European settlement.

What are the biggest main events around Jacksonville Beach?

Jacksonville Beach welcomes visitors throughout the year to enjoy its wonderful weather and prime events. Each March, The Players Championship attracts golf aficionados from across the globe to our beckoning beaches.TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra has been home to The Players Championship of the PGA Tour since 1982.

If pigskin is more your style, Jacksonville is home to the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, so it’s easy to catch a game in season. Another highlight, though up in the sky over Jacksonville’s Naval Air Station, is the NAS Jax Air Show. Birthplace of the Blue Angels, the NAS Jax Air Show generally takes place mid-October each year (check the event site for upcoming dates and program changes).

Back on land, or rather in the waves, the Super Girl Surf Pro also hits Jacksonville Beach in the fall. Held at the Jacksonville Beach Pier, this is the world’s largest women’s surf, lifestyle, and music festival.

When your vacation plans include an adventure to Jacksonville Beach, you can be certain there’ll be plenty to see and do!