***** The Donut Shoppe, 1535 University Boulevard North, Jacksonville, Florida 32211, (904) 743-1844.

Got an absolutely terrific donut joint for you guys to checkout- The Donut Shoppe in Jacksonville.

Real simple tale to tell- yesterday morning, Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats “re-discovered” The Donut Shoppe which we last visited in late December, 2017. For you “historians” out there- the joint has been in business for something-like 59 years and I gotta tell you that its cake and yeast raised donuts absolutely kill! Order/pickup at counter, handful of tables and coffee to wash the donuts down with. Open 7 days a week, 5am-1pm.

Trust Jeff Eats on this- it doesn’t take a NYC cop to know that The Donut Shoppe’s donuts are off the chart delicious!

If you’re into donuts- and live in, work in or just visiting Jacksonville – The Donut Shoppe is an absolute must try!

Posted on December 24th, 2017

***** DISH OF THE WEEK (Sunday- 12/24/17 – The Donut Shoppe).

One of Jeff Eats’ favorite menu items…

MIXED DOZEN OF DONUTS
$8.88

The Donut Shoppe
1535 University Drive North
Jacksonville
(904) 743-1844
Latest Review: 4/15/14

Cash Only! Off the chart delicious donuts!

Posted on April 15th, 2014

***** The Donut Shoppe, 1535 University Drive North, Jacksonville, Florida 32211, (904) 743-1844.

Trust Jeff Eats on this one…I know my donuts–I seriously doubt that there is anyone in America who knows donuts better than I do–except maybe for some current/and retired members of the New York City Police Department.

With the above in mind, Jeff Eats would match Jacksonville’s–The Donut Shoppe’s donuts against any player in America. Now nothing for nothing-as I just recently found this joint, but I understand, that for the past 52 years it has been cranking out donuts Tuesday-Sunday 5am-1pm (closed on Monday) to a constant line of customers (I know that sounds a bit over dramatic)–by the way, don’t tell the IRS (look at today’s date) but The Donut Shoppe is a cash-only joint.

Not going to bore you -telling you about the mixed dozen I “had”…suffice it to say, after eating these donuts you’ll know that Dunkin’ Donuts and Krispy Kreme (to a lesser extent) got you hooked on-shall we say -g a r b a g e…there I said it!

One final thought, just so we are straight with each other, garbage is ok-unless real-good stuff is available nearby. You know, “any port in a storm.”

While I’m on Dunkin’ Donuts and Krispy Kreme, Dunkin’s donuts are made in a central commissary and then delivered to its stores- Krispy Kreme is now building a “small foot print” store which follows the Dunkin’ commissary model. Obviously- the economics of baking in house, doesn’t work for these huge chains. Finally, I don’t know about you, but I find Dunkin’s donuts to have an oily after-taste and Krispy’s glazed donuts don’t taste so-hot (pun intended) when they aren’t straight out of the oven.

The Donut Shoppe is a great joint to know about. The only problem that Jeff Eats got with the joint–it’s only open until 1pm and a drive from Boca Raton every morning would be a bit nerve racking.

This contest started on 9/23/21. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $25 Golden Corral Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $25 Golden Corral Gift Card to give to one of you guys.

The game- the first 25 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $25 Gift Card is good at any Golden Corral location.

Check menu/prices/locations/info at goldencorral.com.

***** Long Island Cafe, 3425 North Hiatus Road, Sunrise, Florida 33351, (954) 747-4755.

Got a real good diner for you guys to checkout- Long Island Cafe in Sunrise.

Real simple tale to tell- no frills decor, booth/table seating, reasonably priced breakfast/lunch menu loaded with all kinds of breakfast stuff/ sandwiches/ salads/ hot entrees/ burgers/ desserts, open every day of the week 7am-3pm except closed on Wednesday (you got me!).

Yesterday, Jeff Eats and two (formerly from Brooklyn) business associates “did” breakfast and I gotta tell you- the joint’s food was dynamite! I kinda think I know my “mom & pop” diners and I’m telling you guys- the Long Island Cafe definitely -got someone in the back of the house who knows how to cook!

If you’re a fan of “mom & pop” diners- the bet here is that you-will absolutely love Long Island Cafe!

This contest started on 9/22/21. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $20 Josie’s Ristorante Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $20 Josie’s Ristorante Gift Card to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $20 Gift Card is good at Josie’s Ristorante, 1602 South Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, Florida 33435, (561) 364-9601.

You guys can check menu/prices/info at Joseiesristorante.com.

Posted on July 19th, 2018

***** DISH OF THE WEEK (Sunday- 2/16/20- Josie’s Ristorante.

One of Jeff Eats’ favorite menu items…

CRUSTY PEPPERONI CHEESE PIZZA
($16)

Josie’s Ristorante
1602 South Federal Highway
Boynton Beach
(561) 364-9601
Joseiesristorante.com
Latest Review: 5/10/16

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats have been Josie’s fans for years- and I am telling you guys that you will absolutely love the joint!

Posted on May 10th, 2016
***** Josie’s Ristorante, 1602 South Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, Florida 33435, (561) 364-9601.

For our purposes we’re gonna call this Josie’s Ristorante “story” – A Public Service Announcement!

Jeff Eats first told you guys about this Italian joint way back on June 21, 2008…that “story is reprinted down below!

Since that date, Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats have been real steady Josie’s customers! The primary reasons…real good food, real reasonable prices, full liquor bar, indoor/outdoor patio seating and not one single drop of drama going on!

Long story short, yesterday- surprise surprise surprise (I know Gomer Pyle!)- Jeff Eats learned (from a pr-piece) that Josie’s is running a Summer Special, May 1, 2016-September 30, 2016 where you get 25% off your check!

Here’s the Public Service Announcement! (pr-piece)…

If you want to eat some real good Italian stuff and save 25%…

Josie’s Ristorante offers 25% off entire menu all summer

Lunch, bar and dinner menu revamped with new items

BOYNTON BEACH, FL, May 9, 2016 – Josie’s Ristorante, a family owned and operated traditional Italian restaurant, is offering 25% off the entire menu during the summer months starting now through September. This special applies to dine in only, not valid with other offers, discounts or small plates at the bar.

Josie’s Ristorante, established in 1992 and located on the corner of South Federal Highway and Woolbright, features pasta, gourmet pizza, fish, steak and Osso Bucco. Josie’s is open Monday-Saturday starting at 11 a.m. with a lunch menu including a fine selection of paninis, salads and gourmet pizza. The restaurant opens on Sundays at 4 p.m.

The restaurant has revamped its lunch, bar and dinner menus with new menu items including San Francisco Cioppino (clams, lobster, scallops, calamari in a spicy lobster saffron broth over linguini: MKT), Prime Short Rib Meatball (antipasti menu: $14), Spanish Octopus (wood grilled octopus, fingerling potatoes roasted onions, tomatoes, capers, evoo, Antipasti menu, $14), and Fresh Burrata (red & gold beets, Barolo poached pears, arugula, herb balsamic dressing, toasted crostini, antipasti menu, $12).

Josie’s signature dishes include Eggplant Stefania (grilled eggplant, stuffed with angel hair, garlic & oil, marinara, mozzarella, $22), chicken or veal prepared Marsala, Pizziola, Piccata or Francese (chicken $19, veal $26), and Veal Bersaglieri (scaloppini, garlic, marinated artichokes, olives, capers, roasted bell peppers, white wine and lemon sauce, spaghetti pomodoro).

Happy hour is served at the bar and on the patio daily from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and after 9 p.m. with special prices on beer ($2 draft, $3 bottle), wine ($4.50 house by the glass and bottles from $26 to $28), specialty cocktails ($6) and specialty martinis ($7). The happy hour bar menu includes truffle fries ($5) , bruschetta ($6) , fresh mozzarella caprese ($7), calamari fritti ($7), and eggplant napoleon ($7).

The dinner menu includes a variety of antipasti, salads, pastas, fish, Panini, and specialties including stuffed dolphin, rack of lamb, Red Childe Grilled Hatfield Natural Pork Chop, simple grilled salmon, and Tortellini di Bologna. Josie’s offers a full bar with an extensive wine and cocktail list.

Josie’s Ristorante is Monday-Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 4 to 10 p.m. and offers delivery, take out and catering. It is located at 1602 South Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL 33435, on the southeast corner of Woolbright and Federal next to the Intracoastal bridge. Reservations are encouraged through OpenTable or by calling 561.364.9601.
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Josie’s Ristorante (Boynton Beach)
Posted on June 21st, 2008 · Boynton Beach Italian Pizza ·

***** Josie’s Ristorante, 1602 South Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, Florida 33435, (561) 364-9601.

Josie’s Ristorante is a “mom and pop” Southern Italian Red Sauce Joint. You know the drill, soup or salad, garlic rolls, entree and a side of pasta…pizzas, subs, calzones and strombolis. Prices are neighborhood pizzeria prices…Veal parmigiana $17.99 etc.

Over the years, I have eaten at Josie’s something like 10 times…the food is real good. I especially like Josie’s interior/atmosphere, it looks like an old bar circa 1960 with dark wood tables and booths and bar area. There is also an out-door dining patio. This is a real easy going joint, so tee shirts/shorts are a pretty common site here.

Last night I ate dinner at Josie’s. I “sampled” the veal parmigiana, veal marsala, and zuppa di pesce…everything was right on the money!

If you live in Josie’s neighborhood, this is a good joint to know about…

Josie’s is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.

This contest started on 9/20/21. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $20 Hen And the Hog Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $20 Hen And The Hog Gift Card to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $20 Gift Card is good at The Hen And The Hog, 3003 North Federal Highway, Pompano Beach, Florida 33064, 954-366-1572.

You guys can check menu/prices/info at thehenhog.com.

Posted on August 23rd, 2021

***** The Hen And The Hog, 3003 North Federal Highway, Pompano Beach, Florida 33064, 954-366-1572.

Got a killer breakfast/lunch joint for you guys to checkout- The Hen And The Hog in Pompano Beach.

Real simple tale to tell- modern hillbilly decor, table/ booth/ counter seating, all day breakfast/ burgers/ sandwiches/ salads/ bbq/ soups/ desserts/ flatbreads/ other stuff menu, open Monday-Friday 6am-3pm/ Saturday-Sunday 6am-2:30pm.

Jeff Eats, Mrs. Jeff Eats, Daughter Jeff Eats and Son Jeff Eats “discovered” The Hen And The Hog something like 3-weeks ago and I am telling you guys that the joint’s food and service were absolutely terrific!

Let me close The Hen And The Hog tale out by saying- you guys absolutely positively must give this joint a shot!

You can check menu/prices/info at thehenhog.com.

***** Freshness Guaranteed Everything Bagels.

I don’t know about you guys- but when I’m thinking everything bagels, the name Walmart doesn’t exactly pop into my mind!

That said, yesterday morning I came across “this” package of (Walmart house-brand) Freshness Guaranteed Everything Bagels (6 count- $2.97) in the bakery department of- the Walmart Supercenter, 16205 South Military Trail, Delray Beach, Florida 33484, (561) 495-8127- and figured for $2.97 I’d take a shot!

Long story short, not bad, not bad at all! Thus far, Jeff Eats has eaten one toasted and one right out of the bag- and I gotta tell you guys- both schmeared with Philadelphia Original Whipped Cream Cheese (Walmart-$4.48, 12oz) definitely got the job done!

You guys can check walmart.com for store locations/info.

Originally posted on May 14th, 2021.

* ABBAFAB.

Definitely one of America’s best ABBA tribute acts.

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Sunday, January 30th, 2022 (2pm)

Mizner Park Cultural Center
201 Plaza Real
Boca Raton, Florida 33432

Box Office: (844)-672-2849

Tickets: miznerparkculturalcenter.com

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January 30, 2022 @ 2:00 pm
Mizner Park Cultural Center

Having played to sold-out crowds across the U.S. and abroad, ABBAFAB is a stunning tribute to the music of ABBA featuring the sensational talents of some of TAD’s most talented and loved artists and musicians! This multimedia production is a tribute to some of the greatest music produced in the 70s and 80s including monster hits such as Waterloo, Fernando, Honey Honey, Dancing Queen and countless others. From ABBA’s earliest hits to Mamma Mia, ABBAFAB will take you on a technicolor journey that is unmatched. Our vocalists and musicians have toured the world as solo artists and band members and have come together to create the most entertaining ABBA tribute on the market today!

ABBA’s record-breaking string of hits has stood the test of time and continues to thrill audiences of all ages. With vocals and musicianship, they are second to none, the ABBAFAB vibe is infectious! ABBA fans love it and new ABBA fans are created at every show. There’s no generation gap here, so let’s ALL party like it’s 1979!

* Exclusive Online Presale- Gladys Knight.

The lady is a Living Legend!

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats will be there.

Tickets: Ticketmaster.com. Password: TRAIN

This contest started on 9/20/21. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $10 Checkers Rally’s Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $10 Checkers Rally’s Gift Card to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 10 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Card is good at any Checkers Rally’s location (checkers.com for locations, menu, prices).

This contest started on 9/20/21. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $20 GG’s of New York Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $20 GG’s of New York Gift Card to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $20 Gift Card is good at GG’s of New York, 5440 North State Road 7, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33319, (954) 484-0400.

Check menu/prices/info at ggsofny.com.

Posted on June 11th, 2016

***** GG’s of New York, 5440 North State Road 7, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33319, (954) 484-0400.

For our purposes we’re gonna call GG’s of New York an “out of sight, out of mind” mom & pop Italian red sauce joint.

Jeff Eats first told you guys about GG’s way-back on July 24, 2008. The truth be told, hadn’t been back-until last night when Jeff Eats, Mrs. Jeff Eats and another couple did dinner! Why the hiatus- you guys got me there, just forget about the joint!

Real simple tale to tell you, GG’s is right up there with the best mom & pop red sauce joints down here in Sunny South Florida.

Let me wrap this baby up for you guys- delicious food, large portions, reasonable prices, super pleasant service- makes GG’s of New York a joint that Jeff Eats “won’t” forget about again!

Posted on July 24th, 2008
***** GG’s of New York, 5440 N. State Road 7, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33319 (954) 484-0400.

You know and I know, that South Florida has more “mom and pop” Italian joints “than you can shake a stick at.” Some are good…some are lousy…some are terrific…and some are just okay.

GG’s is a red-sauce “mom and pop” Italian joint…for the purpose of this exercise, let’s rate it REAL GOOD.

Over the years, I have eaten in GG’s something like 10 times. Real good pizza, pastas, veal-meat-chicken-seafood entrees. You know the game here…garlic rolls, salad, entree with a pasta/vegetable side.

Take a look at GG’s website www.ggsofny.com for menu/pricing/details. What I especially like about this joint, is that it has a very extensive menu…it is absolutely loaded with appetizers, subs, soups, salads, pastas, pizzas, entrees and desserts…you will definitely find something to eat at GG’s.

To be perfectly honest with you, GG’s is probably as good if not better than 90% of the “mom and pop” red sauce joints that I have eaten in…and trust me, there have been a ton of them. GG’s is not close to my home…if it were, I would eat there more often.

If you live in GG’s neighborhood…this is a real good joint to know about.

GG’s is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.