En route to one of the very best fried chicken dinners in Jacksonville, if not the universe, keep in mind that what was once the only road to the area’s beaches — aptly named Beach Road — is now known as Atlantic Boulevard. But the restaurant, a local treasure since 1939, has kept its name. Indeed, good luck prying the creamed peas recipe from one of the veteran waitresses. Even if they were so inclined, they’re usually far too busy for much chit-chat, what with about 500 four-piece chicken dinners being sold each and every Sunday. Sides of mashed potatoes, fries or rice, gravy, coleslaw, and those aforementioned peas are served family-style in big bowls.
No alcohol available. Lunch available for take out only Tue–Sat. Serving lunch Sun, dinner Tue–Sun. Closed Mon.
Jacksonville magazine: Northeast Florida Dining Hall of Fame
"Beach Road Chicken Dinners is truly a Jacksonville icon."
— www.JacksonvilleConfidential.com
En route to one of the very best fried chicken dinners in Jacksonville, if not the universe, keep in mind that what was once the only road to the area’s beaches — aptly named Beach Road — is now known as Atlantic Boulevard. But the restaurant, a local treasure since 1939, has kept its name. Indeed, good luck prying the creamed peas recipe from one of the veteran waitresses. Even if they were so inclined, they’re usually far too busy for much chit-chat, what with about 500 four-piece chicken dinners being sold each and every Sunday. Sides of mashed potatoes, fries or rice, gravy, coleslaw, and those aforementioned peas are served family-style in big bowls.
No alcohol available. Lunch available for take out only Tue–Sat. Serving lunch Sun, dinner Tue–Sun. Closed Mon.
Jacksonville magazine: Northeast Florida Dining Hall of Fame
"Beach Road Chicken Dinners is truly a Jacksonville icon."
— www.JacksonvilleConfidential.com