Riverside Avondale

Walkable historic districts, with unique shopping and dining options.

Stroll through the charming tree-lined streets of historic Riverside Avondale for fabulous dining, antique shopping, fun bars and trendy boutiques. View the world-class art collection at the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and don't miss the exciting 5 Points area for dining and shopping options with a hip, local twist.

Listed in the National Registry of Historic Places, Riverside is one of Jacksonville’s oldest and coolest neighborhoods. Voted as one of the country’s top 10 Great Neighborhoods, Riverside Avondale has a unique mix of history, culture, charm, and modern design. Learn more through Riverside Avondale Preservation.

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This is a hip part of town with a young population. Million-dollar waterfront homes and upscale apartment buildings are the norm, but there is nothing pretentious about the area. Instead, the vibe is that of community, urban living, and keeping it local.

Eat & Drink

Welcome to a foodie mecca.

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BREW - A cozy, hip coffee shop offering a curated selection of espresso drinks and fresh baked goods.

Hoptinger - This German-style bar and restaurant serves over 60 beers on tap. Don't miss their second-floor game room and the rooftop overlooking the 5 Points neighborhood.

Taqueria Cinco - Authentic Mexican street food served in a casual setting, with house-made tortillas, flavorful tacos and a rotating menu of regional specialties.

River & Post - Whether you go for brunch, lunch, dinner or drinks, you're bound to have an elevated dining experience, especially if you check out the rooftop for the best Downtown skyline view in Jacksonville.

While visiting, be sure to indulge in some of the city’s best restaurants located in the eclectic 5 Points District, on King Street, and in the Shops of Avondale. Don’t miss Hawkers, 13 Gypsies, Carmines Pie House, Cuisine 76, The Brick, Orsay, Biscottis or The Fox.

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Stroll, Shop and Dine in Riverside Avondale & 5 Points.

Riverside's funky, trendy 5 Points is considered Jacksonville's arts and commerce district. Built in the 1930s as Jacksonville's first shopping area outside of Downtown, it continues to thrive. Perhaps nothing embodies 5 Points more than the eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, boutiques and vintage, antiques, collectibles, odds & ends to be found at 5 Points Vintage or Fans and Stoves. Looking for a unique gift? Gloss Goods offers a selection of hard-to-find apothecary and limited-run jewelry. Stop into Violet, Wolfgang, and Edge City to cruise the racks for the latest styles.

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens - This world class museum features an impressive art collection and beautifully landscaped historic gardens overlooking the St. Johns River.

Memorial Park - A scenic, waterfront park perfect for relaxing, walking or picnicking, with open green space and a World War I monument at its center.

Keg & Coin - Keg & Coin is an arcade bar filled with vintage games, craft beer on tap and a laid-back vibe.

Riverside Arts Market - You won't want to miss this lively weekly market held under the Fuller Warren Bridge every Saturday from 10 am- 3pm (rain or shine) featuring local art, fresh produce, live music and food trucks along the river.