If you know of a restaurant, diner, or other eatery, on the 8th Street corridor of Amelia Island that we’ve missed, please email Judie Mackie.
1928 Cuban Bistro
Just a couple blocks from Centre Street’s main corridor, 1928 Cuban Bistro
uses authentic Cuban recipes and adds their own contemporary flair. It’s all about celebrating their Cuban roots while embracing the vibrant flavors of today.
Address: 122 S 8th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Hours (Sun/Mon): 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Hours (Tues-Sat): 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Payment: All Major CCs
Phone: (904) 432-8439
Price: $-$$FERNANDINA BEACH, FL 32034
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Aloha Bagel and Deli
Aloha Bagel and Deli has gotten off to a great start in Fernandina Beach and they offer something the island has been in need of for quite some time… great bagels.
Located near downtown’s historic district, the service is awesome, the portions are generous, and the food is amazing!!!
Address: 432 South Eighth Street, Fernandina Beach, FL
Hours Daily: 6:30 am – 2:00 pm
Phone: (904) 432-8934
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Beach Diner
Beach Diner is located on the corner of 8th street and Sadler Rd., open for breakfast and lunch. First impressions since opening in the spring of 2015 have been very favorable. Large indoor air-conditioned seating area that will vaguely remind you of the typical lay-out of an Apple Bee’s restaurant. Great choice of breakfast and lunch items on the menu, home cooked and fresh.
Address: 2006 S 8th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Hours: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm
Payment: All Major CCs
Phone: (904) 310-3748
Price: $-$$
Burger King
Who loses their Burger King? Fernandina Beach, that’s who. And we have lost our Burger King twice! Burger King closed down once before when patrons took, “Have it your way” a little too seriously. Back in the 1990’s, Burger King mysteriously closed for several years. The rumors I heard floating around was that a 5-year restriction to operate was put in place when employees were allegedly caught selling marijuana through the drive-thru window. Who knows what happened this time?
Remember the 1986 Burger King slogan, “Where’s Herb?”
Address: 1940 S 8th St Fernandina Beach, FL
Hours: Closed
Cantina Louie
Cantina Louie is a fun, affordable Mexican Cantina serving authentic Mexican street food (tacos, sope, tostadas, and tortas) and specialty cocktails.Creative appetizers, enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas, salads, and specialty tacos (Surf & Turf, Mahi, and Ceviche Tacos, for example) can be ordered à la carte so you can mix and match. Also choose from steak, chicken, pork and seafood entrées. Every Mexican dish on the menu, except Flautas (my favorite), which hopefully will be added soon.
Located immediately before heading over the bridge, on the island, they are in the office park that also houses the Chamber of Commerce, they have a full bar featuring daily drink specials as well as specialty tequilas and icy margaritas, a selection of Mexican beers and wine. Plenty of parking.
Address: 960062 Gateway Blvd., Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034
Hours: Sun & Mon 11:30 am – 9:00 pm, Tues. – Saturdays 11:30 am – 10:00 pm.
Payment: All Major CC
Phone: (904) 310 9675
Price: $-$$
David’s
David’s is located almost downtown. Meet The Executive Chef and owner, David Echeverri. David’s Restaurant & Lounge is a nod to his Colombian heritage and South American flavors, fusion dishes known for their bold, sweet, and sour flavors, rich textures, and vibrant colors
One of David’s favorite dishes to prepare is his famous Grilled Octopus, with homemade chimichurri and plantain bacon cheese croquettes and compressed cucumber and passion fruit gel… a guest favorite at David’s Restaurant.
The lounge opens at 4:00 pm offering a Bar Menu and special Martinis. Dinner, dedicated to prime steaks and unique seafood features will be served from 5:00 to 10:00 pm.
Banquet Room and Wine Room are available for special occasions. Ample street side parking. MAKE A RESERVATION
David’s
Address: 802 Ash St., Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034
Hours: Daily 5:30pm –
Payment: All Major CCs
Phone: (904) 310 6049
Price: $$$
Dunkin Donuts
The Dunkin’ Donut menu is full of great-tasting items that will get you going and keep you running throughout your busy day. Plus, they’re always made to order — just the way you like.
Address: 1954 S 8th St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Daily: 5:00am – 9:00pm
Phone: (904) 432-7594
*Dunkin Donuts Speedway
3100 S 8th St, Speedway
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Daily: 5:00am – 10:00pm
Phone: 904-432-7594
*Not sure if this location is still open as of May 30, 2025.
Firehouse Subs
A fireman’s favorite, Firehouse Subs is located in a strip mall of S 8th St. this franchised chain has air-conditioned dining room and drive thru service. Ample parking. Serving firemen tested Sub combinations, many served hot.
Address: 1982 S 8th St., Fernandina Beach, FL
Hours: Su-Th 10:30-9:30, Fr-Sa 10:30-10
Payment: Major CC’s
Price: $
Phone: (904) 491-8095
Kabuki Japanese Steakhouse
The Kabuki is a Hibachi grill with performing chefs and sushi bar. No MSG. Beer and wine. Air-conditioned dining room. Ample parking as it is located in the Winn Dixie (Soon to be Aldi)/Wal-Mart Shopping Center called Amelia Plaza. Open for dinner only.
Address:
1147 Amelia Plz,. Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034
Hours: Monday to Saturday 10am to 8pm, closed on Sundays.
Payment: Major CC
Price: $$-$$$
Phone: (904) 277-8782
Kitchen 251
Chef Michael’s Kitchen 251 is located in the old Beech Street Grill. With 30 years of experience and a unique Cajun flare, Chef Michael brings down-home comfort food with a historic charm – Kitchen 251 offers delicious eats, blackboard specials and weekly happy hour.
Happy Hour – Tuesday-Saturday: 11am-8pm
Address: 801 Beech Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034
Phone: 904.261.7447
Price: $$$
La Sureña Mexican
22 S 8th St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
In the little shopping center, just before the light at Centre and 8th Street, is a small Mexican grocery store called La Sureña Mexican serving up some of the best tacos and quesadillas in town. They also serve great steak and other Mexican homemade food delicacies such as caldo de res (a beef stew) and various chicken dishes.
To call it a restaurant in a traditional way maybe a little stretch, but the reviews on social media for the cuisine are outstanding. Open for late breakfast and lunch.
Address: 22 S. 8th Street, Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034
Hours: Breakfast and lunch (store open 9am to 8pm) Closed Sundays
Payment: Cash and CC
Phone: (904) 261-2844
Price: $
McDonald’s
McDonald’s is known for burgers, chicken and salads, and especially their fries. Order now with the Mobile Order & Pay app on iOS or Android, and pick it up at the store
Address: 1896 S 8th St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Hours: Open 5AM to 11PM
Payment: All major CCs
Phone: (904) 261 7288
New China Buffet
New China Buffet is just what it sounds like, a nice Chinese buffet spread. Located between Winn Dixie and Walmart. A la Carte menu available. Nicely decorated, air conditioned dining room, with ample parking. Open 7 days a week. No Buffet on Sunday evening. After 2pm they deliver.
Address: 1013 Amelia Plaza, Fernandina Beach, Fl 32034
Sunday – Thursday: 11:00 am – 09:15 pm
Friday – Saturday: 11:00 am – 09:30 pm
Payment: Major CC
Phone: (904) 261-6598
Price: $-$$
OPS – Pizza Kitchen
OPS Menu features thin-crust and Gourmet New York-style pizzas – build your own or choose one of their great options such as Veggie, Meat Lover’s, and gluten-free pizza, pizza by the slice, too. They have tasty appetizers, salads, calzones, sandwiches, subs, desserts, and then some. Plus, an excellent kid’s menu.
Stop by for lunch or dinner at their restaurant or order pickup or delivery with Slice.
Address: 2030 South 8th Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Hours: Sun – Thu 11:00am-9:30pm; Fri: 11am–10:00 pm; Sat: 5pm – 10pm
Payment: Major CC
Price: $$
Phone: (904) 277-8665
Subway
Subway is a national franchise known for their wide variety of 6 and 12 inch sub sandwiches. The one here is as good as any other one in the chain. They’re located on the main road entrance into the city where most fast-food chains are located, along the side of the Winn Dixie (soon to be Aldi) Shopping Centre. Perfect for a quick lunch, a carry out when you don’t want to cook, and perfect for parties.
Good Parking. Drive Thru Window.
Address: 1722 S. 8th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Phone (904) 261-9250
Taco Bell
Taco Bell is a Mexican fast-food franchise with nationwide representation. Fare is typically burritos, nachos, chalupas, gorditas, quesadillas, refried beans and of course, Tacos and Tacos Salads. Outside seating and inside air-conditioned dining room. Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. No alcohol served. Ample parking.
Address: 1858 S 8th St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Hours: Breakfast, Lunch Dinner – Daily
Sunday – Thursday: 9am to 1am
Friday – Saturday: 9am to 3am
Payment: All Major CCs
Phone: (904) 277-2263
Price: $
T-Ray’s Burger Station
Close to downtown, T-Ray’s is a Southern country breakfast and lunch served from a converted gas station. A local favorite that is being kept quiet without too much success. Delicious burgers and daily specials, their breakfast biscuits are amazing.
Grilled to mouth-watering perfection, topped with Portobello mushrooms, Swiss cheese or any number of other toppings, the burgers are the reason T-Ray’s is packed six days a week. Burger and Seafood lunch. No dinner. T-Ray’s was named one of USA Today’s 51 Best Burger Joints in the U.S. several years ago. Weekly lunch specials.
Small with only a handful of tables where you will find locals starting their day. High paced kitchen and loud. Cash only and sometimes the air is on, sometimes not. Oh, and yes – it looks like an old, closed gas station.
Address: 202 S 8th St. Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Hours: Mon – Fri 7am – 2:00pm; Sat 8am – 1pm; Closed on Sunday
Payment: cash preferred
Price: $
Phone: 904 261 6310