May saw the opening of Estrella Cocina, the first of three new restaurants and a specialty marketplace at the VyStar Credit Union downtown Jacksonville campus. Other notable restaurant news included the opening of an eatery by a popular gourmet boiled peanut chef and the announcement that Dreamette is bringing its famous soft-serve ice cream to St. Johns.
Estrella Cocina
Estrella Cocina, a rooftop restaurant showcasing coastal Mexican cuisine, opened May 27 at the VyStar Credit Union downtown. Located at 100 W. Bay St., it is the first of three new restaurants to open at that location. Coming soon are the Bread and Burger, a gourmet burger, fries and milkshake eatery, the third Bread & Board artisan sandwich shop and Bread & Board Provisions, a specialty marketplace. All are concepts from the founders of The Bread & Board. | Read more